MAXXHAUL 50506 64 Steel Roof Rack Instruction Manual

MAXXHAUL 50506 64 Steel Roof Rack

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NOTE: Our roof rack has a powder coat finish to resist rust and corrosion.
However, we highly recommended that you park your vehicle indoors and use Truck Bed liner Paint to make the entire rack rust proof.

Read and understand this entire manual before assembling, installing, operating, or servicing this product.

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Copyright” 2020 by Maxx Group LLC. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Maxx Group LLC. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ sligh Hy from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and maintenance may not be included.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

This is a SAFETY ALERT symbol.
It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE indicates important information which, if not followed, may cause damage to equipment.

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Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions. The manual offers important information on how to assemble, use and maintain this product.

Write the product’s model number and purchase date on the cover page of this manual.

Keep this manual (and your purchase receipt) in a safe place.

UNPACKING

The shipment should be thoroughly inspected as soon as it is received. The signed “bill of lading” is acknowledgement by the carrier of receipt in good condition or shipment covered by our invoice. For your own protection, if any of the goods called for on the bill of lading are shorted or damaged, do not accept them until the carrier makes a notation on the freight bill of the shorted or damaged goods.

Notify MAXXHAUL immediately if any hidden loss or damage is discovered after receipt.

Definition of Symbols

WARNING concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI approved eye protection.

WARNING concerning Risk of Hearing Loss. Wear hearing protection.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read and understand all safety warnings and instructions.
   Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious injury or death. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

2. Personal and Work Area Safety
   A. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles.
   B. Always wear hearing protestation when working in noisy environments. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise can cause hearing loss.
   C. Use safety equipment. Safety shoes, hard hat and work gloves must be used for applicable conditions.
   D. Dress appropriately. Never wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry when working. Contain long hair, and keep hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
   E. Use common sense when working. Stay alert and concentrate when setting up and using the Universal Steel Roof Rack. Never work while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medications.
   Personal and Work Area Safety (continued)
   F. While assembling and when loading/ unloading the Cargo Rack, keep work area clean and well lighted. Keep spectators and children out of the work area.

3. Use of the Cargo Rack
   A. Do not modify the Cargo Rack and do not use this product for purposes that it was not designed for.
   B. Never exceed the maximum load capacity of 150 Lbs. Distribute weight evenly inside the Cargo Rack.
   C. Be aware of the danger of “dynamic loading”. This situation arises when a load is dropped onto the Cargo Rack, resulting in a short term excessive load. Dynamic loading can result in damage and failure of the Cargo Rack, damage to the vehicle and personal injury to the person loading the Cargo Rack.
   D. Never load people or animals onto the Cargo Rack. Keep children and spectators away when loading, unloading and using this product.
   E. Adhere to all Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) requirements when using this product. Always use ropes and straps to securely hold the cargo in place.
   F. For the vehicle that will support the Cargo Rack, read all pertinent vehicle instructions and warnings provided in the owner’s manual. Make sure that the vehicle has the appropriate roof rack needed to securely and safely mount the Cargo Rack’s Mounting Brackets. Make sure the vehicle’s engine is OFF, with parking brake set, before loading or unloading the Cargo Rack.
   G. This product requires complete assembly and set-up on the vehicle. Depending on the size of the vehicle vehicle, use of a stool or ladder may be required. Use extreme caution when using a stool or ladder to prevent accidents. If you are not experienced or capable of doing this type of assembly and set-up work, the Cargo Rack should be assembled and set-up by a qualified service technician.
   H. Make sure the vehicle’s engine is OFF, with parking brake set, before loading or unloading the Cargo Rack. Never attempt to carry a load that is wider that the vehicle.
   I. Obey all speed limits and traffic laws. Adhere to all state and local regulations regarding roof mounted loads that extend beyond the configuration of the vehicle.
   J. Before each trip make sure that all hardware is tight and secure. Tighten all Knobs to secure each Mounting Bracket to the vehicle’s roof rack cross bars. Replace ropes and straps used to hold cargo at first sign of wear.
   K. Use caution when driving near low clearance parking structures, tree branches and any other obstruction which could interfere with the Cargo Rack and its contents.
   L. Do not attempt to mount the Cargo Rack on RV’s (Recreational Vehicles), trailers or towed vehicles. Do not use the Cargo Rack on off-road vehicles.
   M. Maintain labels and nameplates on the
   Cargo Rack. They contain important information and must always remain readable.
   Contact MAXXHAUL for replacements.
   Keep in mind that the warnings previously discussed cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur.
   It is important that the person setting up and using this product understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, and must be supplied by the person(s) using this product.
   MAXXHAUL is not responsible for the attachment or the installation of this product. The attachment of this product is critical and beyond the control of MAXXHAUL. It neither guarantees, nor will it be liable for any damage resulting from the attachment or improper use of the Universal Steel Roof Rack.

Limited Warranty

MAXXHAUL warrants to the original retail purchaser that the product is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of shipment. This Cargo Rack is warranted for 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied.

Proof of purchase is required for warranty transactions; a copy of the original invoice or sales receipt is required.

Assembling and Setting Up the Roof Mount Cargo Rack

Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles.

1. Refer to photo above of an already assembled Cargo Rack. Also see Assembly Diagram at end of this manual.

2. Place all components on a flat, padded surface to prevent marring of the parts.
   Identify the Front Rack Section (4), the Middle Rack Section L (2) and R (2), the Rear Rack Section (7).

3. From the illustration below, note how the three sections are attached together.
   

4. Lubricate the inside of each Large and Small Protective Gasket (5 ). Use a quality grade grease (not included). Connect Middle Rack Section L (2) and Middle Rack Section R(2) together by using Middle Plate (11) Screws(1 O) with Nylon Nut(8).

5. Slide the Protective Gaskets on each end of Middle Rack Section – large gaskets on upper rail; small gaskets on lower rail. Slide each gasket about 1-3/4″ from the edge of the rail.

6. Insert end of Middle Rack Section into end of Front Rack Section (4). Line up the drill holes and secure the sections together using Screws (1) with Washers (6).

7. Secure Middle Rack Section to Rear Rack Section (7) in same manner as described in paragraph 6 above.

8. With all 3 sections secured together, slide al I 8 Protective Gaskets (5 ) back so that gaskets are against the Screws (1) as shown in illustration below.
   

9. Attach Wind Screen (9) to Front Rack Section using four sets of Screw (1) and Washer (6).

10. With assembly of the Roof Mount Cargo Rack complete, begin planning for the location of the Cargo Rack on the top of the vehicle. This Cargo Rack will attach to the cross bars of the vehicle’s roof rack by use of the four Mounting Brackets (13) with Plastic Spacers (14).

11. The Mounting Brackets (13) with Plastic Spacers (14) should be set up in the widest position possible (towards the outer 4 corners of the Cargo Rack). This will vary depending on the vehicle and whether the vehicle’s roof rack cross bars are adjustable.
    If vehicle’s roof rack cross bars are adjustable, they should be set in the widest position (farthest apart from each other) that will accommodate the attachment of the Cargo Rack; this positioning will make for better load distribution.
    Center to center (Last page of the manual)
    The distance between crossbars must be:
    a. Minimum 28-3/8″
    b. Maximum 49-5/8″

12. Attaching Mounting Brackets {13) and Plastic Spacers (14 ): The first step is to secure the Plastic Spacers (11) to the underside of the Cargo Rack (in the desired position of each Mounting Bracket). Each Plastic Spacer will attach from the underside of the Cargo Rack; Plastic Spacers will snap into place.
    

13. Position the Cargo Rack on top of the vehicle’s roof rack cross bars. The Plastic Spacers should rest evenly on each cross bar (and in the position described in Paragraph 12 -below left).

14. Attach the Mounting Brackets (13) to the Cargo Rack using LI-Bolt ( 15) and Knobs (12). Hand tighten each Knob for now. – see photo below left.

15. With all Mounting Brackets (13) now in place, double check the position of the Cargo Rack. Make sure all Plastic Spacers (14) are properly aligned on top of the vehicle’s roof rack cross bars. Make minor adjustments if needed. Now, evenly and firmly tighten all Knobs (12) to secure the Cargo Rack in place.
    A minimum of 1/2″ of threads on each U-Bolt (15) must be engaged with each Knob (12). Less than 1/2″ thread engagement may result in Knobs loosening, resulting in possible damage to cargo, vehicle and Cargo Rack, and possible personal injury.

16. Push on a Protective Cap (3) to the top of each Knob (12).

17. Before first use of this product, check to make sure the vehicle’s roof rack cross bars are securely in place. Check all screws and knobs to make sure the Cargo Rack is tightly secured in place. Check straps and ropes used to tie down cargo in the rack.
    Check that the operation of the vehicle’s rear hatch door does not interfere with the Cargo Rack. If vehicle has a sun roof, make sure it’s operation is not affected by the Cargo Rack.

Using the Roof Mount Cargo Rack

1. Make sure the vehicle is in a safe place for loading the Cargo Rack. Make sure the vehicle’s engine is OFF, with parking brake set, before loading or unloading the Cargo Rack.
2. Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of 150 Lbs. Evenly distribute the load on the Roof Mount Cargo Rack.
3. Before each use, check for tightness of all hardware and knobs. Frequently check the condition of the Cargo Rack. Make sure all components are in good condition. If the Cargo Rack becomes damaged through accident, or if any damage is noted, the product should be replaced.
4. Keep the product clean, and free of harsh chemicals and road salt.

SPECIFICATIONS

Assembly Diagram

NOTE: Our roof rack has a powder coat finish to resist rust and corrosion. However, we highly recommended that you park your vehicle indoors and use Truck Bed Liner Paint to make the entire rack rust proof.

Note: The Parts List and Assembly Diagram is provided as a reference tool only. Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available as replacement parts. All repairs to this tool (including replacing parts) should only be done by a qualified service technician.

Parts List

Unit: inch

Center to center
The distance between crossbars must be:
a. Minimum 28-3/8″
b. Maximum 49-5/8″

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Manufactured for and distributed by:
Maxx Group, LLC, Camarillo, CA93012 USA
www.maxxhaul.com

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