WEATHER GUARD Model 252-3-02 EZ-GLIDE® System, Full-Size, GM - Manual

Read and understand all WARNINGS, DANGERS, NOTICES and instructions before assembly and installation.
This product is only intended and only safe for transporting ladders. It is the responsibility of the user to secure these
materials to the rack before transporting.
Ladders must be secured per ANSI standard A142.2-1990 paragraph 8.4.4. Ladder damage will occur from road shock
and vehicle vibration if the ladder is not properly secured to the ladder rack. Bouncing and side to side motion of an
improperly secured ladder will cause wear and weaken the ladder. Using a damaged ladder could lead to structural collapse
resulting in serious injury or death. Place ladder in a raised position before transporting. Driving with rack in lowered
position may cause serious injury or damage to vehicle, ladder, rack or persons.
Any modification or unintended use of this product shall immediately void all manufacturers warranties. Manufacturer dis-
claims all liability for injuries to persons or property resulting from any modification to, or unintended use of this product.
Never load your rack to exceed the safe capacity of your vehicle. Heavy loads when carried high can dangerously alter the
center of gravity.
Loads should be approximately centered front to rear. Failure to do this will cause damage to the vehicle roof. Long loads
that extend out the rear of the vehicle will prevent the rear hatch from fully opening and cause damage if attempted.
O P E R A T O R S M A N U A L
EZ-GLIDE® SYSTEM ALUMINUM DROP DOWN LADDER RACK
MODEL 251-3-02, 252-3-02
WARNING
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
-ATTENTION-
-NOTICE-
CAUTION
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Open or Box End Wrench 9/16"-
1/2"-7/16"
• 3/8" Drive Socket 9/16"-1/2"-7/16"
• 3/8" Drive Ratchet
• Phillips Screwdriver (Large)
• Needle Nose Pliers
• 3/8" Drive Torque Wrench (in. lbs.)
• Tape Measure
• Flat Screwdriver (Small)
HARDWARE KITS
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Check these kits to be sure the following parts are included:
IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and warnings completely before installation.
Approximate Assembly and Installation time:
120 min. per unit (2 hrs.) depending on van equipment installation experience
PARTS LIST
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• Rear Cross-Member Assembly
• Front Cross-Member Assembly
• 2 - Pivot Arm
• Rear Drive Tube/Handle Assembly
• Front Drive Tube
• Center Drive Tube
• Cylinder
• 4 - Mounting Bases
• 4 - Gussets
• 2 - Ladder Supports
• 2 - Ladder Stops
• 2 - Drivers Side End Stops
• 2 - White Plastic Bushings
• 2 - Black Plastic Bushings
• 1 - Tube E-6000 Sealant
• 15 - 1" Dia. Vinyl Hole Covers
1 ROTATION KIT:
2 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
2 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
11 3/8" Flat Washer
4 5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
11 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
14 5/16" Flat Washer
2 5/16-18 x 4-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
8 Flat Plastic Bushings
1 Bushing Lubricant Tube
2 5/16-18 x 2-1/2" Phillips Flat Hd.
Screw
2 5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
1 Aluminum Bushing
1 Clevis Pin
1 Cotter Pin
1 5/16-18 x 4-1/2" Hex Head Bolt
2 GUTTERED KIT:
2 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Bent Bolt
2 1/4-20 Nylon Lock Nut
4 1/4" Flat Washer
6 5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
2 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Carriage Bolt
(Model 251 Ford Only)
2 5/16-18 x 2" Carriage Bolt (Model
252 GM Only)
1 5/16-18 x 1" Phillips Flat Hd. Screw
9 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
15 5/16" Flat Washer
2 Clamps (Stainless Steel)
2 Vinyl Tube
Part No. 24-0097 REV. L ECN 5305 04/13