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Part No. 24-0135 REV. D ECN 5315 05/13

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Model 1225 Service Body Ladder Rack

WARNING

This product is only intended for, and only safe for, transporting ladders,

lumber, pipe and other similar materials. It is the responsibility of the

user to secure these materials to the rack before transporting. Any

modifications made to this product, or use of this product for any other

purpose than its intended use, will create a hazardous condition that will

cause serious personal injury or property damage.

IMPORTANT

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions and

warnings completely before

installing.

BOLT KIT

Bolt Kit #32-0110 is provided with

your ladder rack. Check this bolt kit

to be sure the following parts are

included:

Quan. Description

5 3/8-16 x 3/4" Hex Head,

Thread Cutting

24 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" Carriage

Bolt

4 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Carriage Bolt

28 3/8" Flat Washer

28 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut

4 5/16-18 x 2" Carriage Bolt

8 5/16-18 x 1" Carriage Bolt

12 5/16 Flat Washer

12 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut

2 5/16" x 2-3/4" Snapper Pin

4 Rope Cleat (black)

8 10-24 x 2-3/4" F.H. Screw

8 10-24 Nylon Lock Nut

2 Square Cap Plug (black)

* See Bolt Chart on back page for

fastener reference

TOOLS REQUIRED

 Electric Drill

 Drill Bits - 7/32", 3/8", 7/16" & 1/2

 3/8 Open or Box End Wrench

 1/2" Open or Box End Wrench (2)

 9/16" Open or Box End Wrench (2)

 Screwdriver - common

 Framing Square

 Pencil or Marker

 Tape Measure

 Hack Saw

 Hammer

CAUTION

Never load your rack to exceed the safe rated capacity of your vehicle.

Heavy loads carried high can dangerously alter the center of gravity.

MAXIMUM

LOAD CAPACITY

1000 lbs.

(evenly distributed)

Summary of content (8 pages)

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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Model 1225 Service Body Ladder Rack IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions and warnings completely before installing. MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY 1000 lbs. (evenly distributed) BOLT KIT Bolt Kit #32-0110 is provided with your ladder rack. Check this bolt kit to be sure the following parts are included: Quan.
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NOTE: Truck beds and boxes vary in width and height. Crossmembers and legs may have to be cut to fit your box. Crossmember length will be the distance from center to center of the leg supports, but not more than 72". Clamp Socket (w/ loop for Strap) (1) Rail Clamp Plate (4) Crossmember (open one end) (2) NOTE: To prevent rust from occurring, touch-up any drilled holes. Cushion Strip (bulk) Strap, 1450 (2) NOTE: Apply E-6000 Sealant* to the service body around drilled holes prior to assembly.
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1. Rear Leg Support Installation - Begin with the rear of the vehicle, as the taillight location may determine the mounting option as well as the side to side placement. The Leg Supports when mounted must not be more than 72 center to center (see Figure 2.), and must be centered evenly side to side. Mount near the outside corner of the box if possible, for strength. Option 1 is preferred (see Figure 3.), but Option 2 (see Figure 4.
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Option 1 Installation - Place a Lower Bracket at the top of the rear end panel inside the service body, and in position side to side. Mark the centers of the four obround holes (see Figure 5.). Remove the Lower Bracket, and using a square, draw a line down 6 from the centers of the marks on the rear panel. Measure down 3-3/4 from the rear panel marks, and mark the lines. Drill the six marks with a 7/32 drill bit. Re-drill the rear panel holes with a 7/16 drill bit.
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3. Leg Height - Measure from inside Leg Support to a minimum of at least 2 above cab of truck (see Figure 11.). The Legs can be cut this dimension. NOTE: If Leg Support mounting Option 2 was used at the rear, the Rear Legs will be cut 3-7/8 shorter than the Front Legs to keep the rack level. Upper Bracket 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut (6 places) Leg Support 2 Min. Lower Bracket 3/8 Flat Washer (6 places) cut Leg height 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Carriage Bolt (6 places) Figure 9. Option 2 Assembly 2.
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5. Front Leg Crossmember - Install each Crossmember end into a Front Leg Socket (see Figure 13.). Place the Leg/Crossmember assembly into the Leg Supports at the front of the truck with the Leg gussets facing rearward. Tighten the Leg Supports so the Legs are at 90 degrees to the service body. Fasten the Crossmember in the Leg sockets. 6. Rail Fastening - Bolt the front Rail and Rear Leg/Rail Weldment halves together using two bolts per rail (see Figure 14. and detail Figure 15.).
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. Rear Leg / Rail Mounting - With 8. Rear Crossmember - Place the Crossmember in the sockets, center it, then mark the socket holes. Remove the Crossmember and drill the marks with a 3/8" drill bit. Install the Black Plugs in the Crossmember, replace the Crossmember in the sockets and install the Snapper Pins (see Figure 18.).
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10. Front and Middle Crossmember - Install one at the front and one at the middle of the rack (see Figure 20.). WEATHER GUARD® REFINISHING PROCEDURES WARNING Rail Crossmember Sleeve 3/8-16 x 3/4" Thread Cutting Bolt (1 place) Crossmember (one open end) All Weather Guard® products are finished with a polyester powdered coating, and it is important to follow these procedures to get proper adhesion.