Curt Group 18320 User manual

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Brackets and Hardware
INSTALLATION MANUAL 18320
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Product Photo
Parts List
Qty Description #
2Kayak holder 1
2Tie-down strap 2
4Carriage bolt 3
4Flat washer 4
4Hand wheel 5
2Bracket 6
Notes and Maintenance
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
Mild automotive detergent may be used to clean the product. Do not use dish detergent, abrasive
cleaners, abrasive pads, wire brushes or other similar products that may damage the finish.
Make sure the kayak holders are secured before every trip.
The kayak holders must be periodically inspected for signs of wear, corrosion and fatigue.
Check at each stop to ensure the load is secure.
Remove your kayak holders when not in use and before entering automatic car washes.
Do not use the kayak holders for purposes other than those for which they were designed.
Check local and state laws governing projection of objects beyond the perimeter of a vehicle.
Be aware of the width and height of your cargo in low clearance areas.
Do not exceed 80 mph (130 km/h).
Do not attempt to modify the cross bars or any of the system components.
Weight Capacities
Holder capacity 75 lbs. 34 kg
Holder weight 7.5 lbs. 3.4 kg
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Step 1
Rotate the locking handle 90° to
the right or left to release the lock.
Rotate the backrest to the desired
position. To lock, return the locking handle
to be parallel with the backrest, as shown.
CAUTION: Pinch hazard.
Place the kayak holder (#1) onto the vehicle
cross bar in the desired position. Insert two
carriage bolts (#3) through the kayak holder
frame, as shown.
Slide the mounting bracket (#6) onto
the bolts, followed by a flat washer (#4)
on each bolt. Tighten firmly with the
provided hand wheels (#5).
Note: Do not overtighten to prevent
damage to your kayak and / or kayak holders.
Repeat this step for other kayak holder.
Step 2
Position the vehicle cross bars appropriately
to fit the kayak being transported, maintaining
a minimum spacing of 23-5/8".
Place a tie-down strap buckle (#2)
on the outer side of the kayak. Pass
the other end of the strap over and
through the kayak holder backrest and
over the kayak, passing beneath the buckle.
Continue passing the strap downward through
the kayak holder frame, around the vehicle
crossbar and then upward through the kayak
holder frame, as shown. Pass the strap
through the slot in the leather pad.
While pressing the buckle handle open, pass
the strap through the buckle from the bottom
side. Release the buckle handle and pull the
strap to be snug. Tie the loose end of the strap
to the kayak holder frame or vehicle crossbar.
When not in use, remove the tie-down straps
and fold the backrest down by rotating the
locking handle 90° to the right or left to release
the lock. Rotate the backrest to the desired
position. To lock, return the locking handle to
be parallel with the frame, as shown.
CAUTION: Pinch hazard.