Malone MPG186 User manual

18” Foam Block
Kayak Kit
MPG186
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J-STYLE FOLDING KAYAK CARRIER
12’ Safety LinesJawz Universal Adapters Mounting BoltsKayak Carriers Load Straps T-Knobs
60mm
70mm
Installation & Loading Instructions - Please Read Before Beginning
Veuillez lire les instructions avant d’entreprendre l’installation et le chargement
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. Insert Mounting Bolt through one hole of a Jawz adapter.
Insert washer and loosely apply a T-knob. See image 2.
. Faites passer le boulon de fixation dans l’un des trous
d’un adaptateur Jawz puis vissez légèrement un bouton
en ‘‘T’’ à la base du boulon. (Figure 2)
. Prior to installation, insert a bolt into the mounting holes in
the bottom of the carriers. Push upward to open the two
mounting hole covers located in the Base pads.
. Insert a Mounting Bolt into one mounting hole from the top
side. Rotate and close the mounting hole cover.
See image 1.
. Insérez un boulon de fixation dans l’un des trous hexagonaux
situés sur le côté supérieur du support.
(Figure 1)
. Place the carrier onto the front cross bar with the boarding
ramp facing out. Swing the Jawz under the cross bar as
shown. See image 3.
. Placez le support sur la barre transversale avant, la rampe
de chargement vers l’extérieur. Faites passer l’adaptateur
Jawz sous la barre transversale, tel qu’indiqué. (Figure 3)
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Mounting Bolt Washers
Base Pad
Covers
IMPORTANT WARNING: All vehicular transports are potentially hazardous. Any person(s) using Malone products are personally responsible for
following the given directions for use and/or installation and accepts full responsibility for any and all damages or injury of any kind including death,
which may result from their use and/or installation.
It is critical that all Malone racks and accessories be properly and securely attached to your vehicle. Improper attachment could result in a serious
accident, and could cause serious bodily injury or death to you or to others. You are responsible for securing the racks and accessories to your car,
checking the attachment’s prior to use, and periodically inspecting the products for adjustment, wear, and damage.
You must read and understand all of the instructions and cautions supplied with your Malone products(s) prior to installation or use. If you do not
understand all of the instructions and cautions, or, if you have no mechanical experience and are not thoroughly familiar with the installation
procedures, you should have the product installed by a professional installer.
MISE EN GARDE IMPORTANTE: Tout transport d’un chargement sur le toit d’un véhicule est potentiellement dangereux. Une personne qui
utilise les produits Malone doit suivre sans faute les instructions d’installation et d’utilisation fournies et assume l’entière responsabilité pour tout
dommage ou toute blessure, y compris un décès, pouvant résulter d’une telle installation ou utilisation.
Il est essentiel de xer correctement et solidement les supports et les accessoires à votre véhicule. Une mauvaise installation ou attache pourrait
provoquer un accident, entraîner des blessures corporelles graves à vous et aux autres et même causer la mort. Vous avez la responsabilité de
xer solidement les supports et les accessoires à votre véhicule, de vérier l’installation avant l’utilisation et d’inspecter périodiquement le produit
pour déceler tout signe d’usure ou de dommage ou tout problème d’ajustement.
Vous devez lire et comprendre les instructions et les mises en garde fournies avec les produits Malone avant l’installation et l’utilisation. Si vous
ne comprenez pas les instructions et les mises en garde ou si vous ne possédez pas d’expérience en mécanique et ne connaissez pas à fond les
procédures à suivre d’installation, vous devriez faire monter et poser le produit par un installateur professionnel.
18” Foam Block
Kayak Kit

Important Note
Product Warranty & Registration Form
All information is condential and used exclusively by MALONE only.
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for your purchase of a Malone Product.
In order to be eligible for the Malone Warranty program, we ask that you contact us by email, telephone or
online at one of the following: With-in 30 days of purchase. You can also mail this letter back to the address at
the bottom.
• Online: www.maloneautoracks.com
• Tel: [phone] x215
• Email: [e-mail]
We will require the information below.
Here is the information collected:
First Name:
Last Name:
Address:
Address2:
City:
State:
Zip:
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Phone:
Product Description/Name:
Product MPG# or Serial #
Date Purchased:
Store Where Purchased:
Purchase Price:
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81 County Rd. Ste 1, Westbrook, ME 04092
P: 207.774.9100 F: 207.615.0551
E: [e-mail] W: www.maloneautoracks.com

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18” Foam Block
Kayak Kit
18” Foam Block
Kayak Kit
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Installation & Loading Instructions - Please Read Before Beginning
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Deluxe Kayak KitDeluxe Kayak Kit
SOFT RACK KAYAK CARRIER
. Place the kayak onto the Blocks so that it
is aligned and the weight of the kayak is
evenly distributed on each Block.
See image 2.
Step 1: Attaching Blocks to Kayak
. Unroll the 9’ Block Straps. Thread each one
through the cut-out in the bottom of each
Block. For installation without cross bars,
the Blocks should be placed so that they are
spaced apart 1/3 of the total length of the
kayak. For installation with cross bars, the
Blocks should be spaced apart the same
distance as the distance between the front
and rear cross bars. See image 1.
. Tighten the two Block Straps so that kayak
and Blocks are firmly cinched together.
See image 3.
12’ Bow & Stern Lines15’ Load Straps9’ Block Straps
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Kayak Blocks
MPG152
MPG186
For Vehicles without Cross Rails:
1. Unroll the 9’ Block Straps. Thread each one through the
cut-out in the bottom of each Block. The Blocks should be
placed so that they are spaced apart 1/3 of the total length of
the kayak. Maintain a minimum of 24” between the Blocks.
See image 1.
2. Place the kayak onto the Blocks so that it
is aligned and the weight of the kayak is evenly distributed on
each Block. Tighten the two Block Straps so that kayak and
Blocks are rmly cinched together. See image 2.
3. Conrm that the bottom of the Blocks and the roof of the ve-
hicle are clean and free of any dust or dirt that could scratch the
nish. Place the kayak with Blocks onto the vehicle. Center the
kayak on the roof and conrm that the weight is evenly
distributed. See image 3.
Note: Do not place Blocks on sun roof.
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Installation & Loading Instructions - Please Read Before Beginning
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3
Deluxe Kayak KitDeluxe Kayak Kit
SOFT RACK KAYAK CARRIER
. Place the kayak onto the Blocks so that it
is aligned and the weight of the kayak is
evenly distributed on each Block.
See image 2.
Step 1: Attaching Blocks to Kayak
. Unroll the 9’ Block Straps. Thread each one
through the cut-out in the bottom of each
Block. For installation without cross bars,
the Blocks should be placed so that they are
spaced apart 1/3 of the total length of the
kayak. For installation with cross bars, the
Blocks should be spaced apart the same
distance as the distance between the front
and rear cross bars. See image 1.
. Tighten the two Block Straps so that kayak
and Blocks are firmly cinched together.
See image 3.
12’ Bow & Stern Lines15’ Load Straps9’ Block Straps
2
Kayak Blocks
MPG152
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Step 2: Loading the Kayak
. Confirm that the bottom of the Blocks and
the roof of the vehicle are clean and free of
any dust or dirt that could scratch the finish.
Place the kayak with Blocks onto the vehicle.
For installation without cross bars, center the
kayak on the roof and confirm that the weight
is evenly distributed. See image 4.
Note: Do not place Blocks on sun roof.
For installation with cross bars, the Blocks
should be fitted onto the cross bars with the
bottom cut-outs fully inserted over each bar.
MALONE
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Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG152 Deluxe Kayak Kit
. Unroll the green 15’ Load Straps. Open
the vehicle’s doors. Throw the non-buckle
ends of each Strap up and over the kayak
and down to the other side of the vehicle.
The Straps and the Blocks should be as
closely aligned as possible. See image 5.
. With the doors open, pull both ends of the
straps together and buckle from the inside
of the vehicle. Confirm the straps are tight
and secure. See image 6.
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Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG186 18” Kayak Foam Block Kit
MPG186
For Vehicles without Cross Rails: Cont.
4. Unroll the green 15’ Load Straps. Open the vehicle’s doors.
Throw the non-buckle ends of each Strap up and over the
kayak and down to the other side of the vehicle.
The Straps and the Blocks should be as closely aligned as
possible. See image 4
5. With the doors open, pull both ends of the straps together
and buckle from the inside of the vehicle. Conrm the straps
are tight and secure. See image 5.
6. Install the bow and stern safety tie-downs per the attached
instructions. See image 6.
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6
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Step 2: Loading the Kayak
. Confirm that the bottom of the Blocks and
the roof of the vehicle are clean and free of
any dust or dirt that could scratch the finish.
Place the kayak with Blocks onto the vehicle.
For installation without cross bars, center the
kayak on the roof and confirm that the weight
is evenly distributed. See image 4.
Note: Do not place Blocks on sun roof.
For installation with cross bars, the Blocks
should be fitted onto the cross bars with the
bottom cut-outs fully inserted over each bar.
MALONE
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Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG152 Deluxe Kayak Kit
. Unroll the green 15’ Load Straps. Open
the vehicle’s doors. Throw the non-buckle
ends of each Strap up and over the kayak
and down to the other side of the vehicle.
The Straps and the Blocks should be as
closely aligned as possible. See image 5.
. With the doors open, pull both ends of the
straps together and buckle from the inside
of the vehicle. Confirm the straps are tight
and secure. See image 6.
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Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG152 Deluxe Kayak Kit
. Install the bow and stern safety tie-downs
per the attached instructions.
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Always check mounting hardware, load straps and safety tie-down lines for proper
and secure attachment before transport. Use of this product for any other
application other than kayak transport voids warranty.
Limit transport distance to 250 miles or less. Warning, this product is not
to be used as a flotation device.
Proudly Made In The USA
MALONE AUTO RACKS, 81 County Road, Westbrook, Maine 04092
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Website: www.maloneautoracks.com Email: [e-mail]
Warning: All vehicular rooftop transports are potentially hazardous.
Any person using MALONE automotive transport systems is personally
responsible for following the given directions for use and installation
and accepts full and complete responsibility for any and all damages
or injury of any kind including death, which may result from their use.
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Always check mounting hardware, load straps and safety tie-down lines for proper
and secure attachment before transport. Use of this product for any other
application other than kayak transport voids warranty.
Limit transport distance to 250 miles or less. Warning, this product is not
to be used as a otation device.
Proudly Made In The USA

MALONE
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18” Foam Block
Kayak Kit
18” Foam Block
Kayak Kit
MALONE
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Installation & Loading Instructions - Please Read Before Beginning
1
3
Deluxe Kayak KitDeluxe Kayak Kit
SOFT RACK KAYAK CARRIER
. Place the kayak onto the Blocks so that it
is aligned and the weight of the kayak is
evenly distributed on each Block.
See image 2.
Step 1: Attaching Blocks to Kayak
. Unroll the 9’ Block Straps. Thread each one
through the cut-out in the bottom of each
Block. For installation without cross bars,
the Blocks should be placed so that they are
spaced apart 1/3 of the total length of the
kayak. For installation with cross bars, the
Blocks should be spaced apart the same
distance as the distance between the front
and rear cross bars. See image 1.
. Tighten the two Block Straps so that kayak
and Blocks are firmly cinched together.
See image 3.
12’ Bow & Stern Lines15’ Load Straps9’ Block Straps
2
Kayak Blocks
MPG152
MPG186
For Vehicles With Cross Rails:
1. Fit the Blocks onto the cross bars with the bottom prole of
each block fully inserted over each bar, and loosely add the
load straps around the cross rails. See image 1.
2. Place the kayak onto the Blocks so that it is aligned and the
weight of the kayak is evenly distributed on each Block. See
image 2.
3. Place the strap loops over the kayak so that each loop is
positioned directly over a foam block. Pull the free end of each
strap down until the buckles are positioned half way up the side
of the kayak. Thread the free strap ends around the cross rail
and back through the buckles. Pulling down to tighten.
See image 3.
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Step 2: Loading the Kayak
. Confirm that the bottom of the Blocks and
the roof of the vehicle are clean and free of
any dust or dirt that could scratch the finish.
Place the kayak with Blocks onto the vehicle.
For installation without cross bars, center the
kayak on the roof and confirm that the weight
is evenly distributed. See image 4.
Note: Do not place Blocks on sun roof.
For installation with cross bars, the Blocks
should be fitted onto the cross bars with the
bottom cut-outs fully inserted over each bar.
MALONE
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Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG152 Deluxe Kayak Kit
. Unroll the green 15’ Load Straps. Open
the vehicle’s doors. Throw the non-buckle
ends of each Strap up and over the kayak
and down to the other side of the vehicle.
The Straps and the Blocks should be as
closely aligned as possible. See image 5.
. With the doors open, pull both ends of the
straps together and buckle from the inside
of the vehicle. Confirm the straps are tight
and secure. See image 6.
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6
Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG186 18” Kayak Foam Block Kit
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Step 2: Loading the Kayak
. Confirm that the bottom of the Blocks and
the roof of the vehicle are clean and free of
any dust or dirt that could scratch the finish.
Place the kayak with Blocks onto the vehicle.
For installation without cross bars, center the
kayak on the roof and confirm that the weight
is evenly distributed. See image 4.
Note: Do not place Blocks on sun roof.
For installation with cross bars, the Blocks
should be fitted onto the cross bars with the
bottom cut-outs fully inserted over each bar.
MALONE
R
Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG152 Deluxe Kayak Kit
. Unroll the green 15’ Load Straps. Open
the vehicle’s doors. Throw the non-buckle
ends of each Strap up and over the kayak
and down to the other side of the vehicle.
The Straps and the Blocks should be as
closely aligned as possible. See image 5.
. With the doors open, pull both ends of the
straps together and buckle from the inside
of the vehicle. Confirm the straps are tight
and secure. See image 6.
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6
Installation & Loading Instructions - MPG186 18” Kayak Foam Block Kit
For Vehicles With Cross Rails: Cont.
4. Install the bow and stern safety tie-downs per the attached
instructions. See image 4.
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Always check mounting hardware, load straps and safety tie-down lines for proper
and secure attachment before transport. Use of this product for any other
application other than kayak transport voids warranty.
Limit transport distance to 250 miles or less. Warning, this product is not
to be used as a otation device.
Proudly Made In The USA

MPG306 BOW & STERN LINE KIT
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Thread free end
of cord through
hook.
Create a “left
over right”
knot & tighten.
Create a “right
over left”
knot & tighten.
Pull to test for
knot strength.
A B C D
Attach hook to rope (steps A-D)
Keeping the rope tight and
S-hook in place, thread the
free end up and through a
strong point on the kayak
F
Make a loop in the rope
12” to 14” away
from the kayak or canoe.
G
Attach and dress rope to vehicle and boat (steps E-O)
Attach S-hook to vehicle
tow ring or other sturdy
body part.
E
Bend the loop over leaving
a large opening as shown.
H
Opening
Pass the loop through the
opening.
I
Pull to create a tight knot.
JK
Thread the free end of
the rope
through the loop.
L
Pull the free end up until
the rope
is sufficiently tight.
M
Hold the rope secure with
one hand.
Form a knot with the free
end and tighten. Form
a second knot for
safety purposes.
N
The line should be tight
and secure. Repeat for
second tie-down.
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Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Website: www.maloneautoracks.com Email: [e-mail]

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Limited One Year Warranty
MALONE AUTO RACKS, 81 County Road, Westbrook, Maine 04092
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Website: www.maloneautoracks.com Email: [e-mail]
Repair or replacement of a defective product, or the issue of a refund or credit (as determined by Malone) is the original
retail purchaser’s exclusive remedy under this warranty. Damage to original purchaser’s vehicle, cargo, or property, and/
or to any other person or property is not covered by this warranty.
This warranty is expressly made in lieu of any and all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of
merchantability and tness for a particular purpose.
Malone’s sole liability is limited to the remedy set forth above. In no event will Malone be liable for any direct, indirect,
consequential, incidental, special, exemplary, or punitive damages , or, for any other damages of any kind or nature
(including but not limited to, lost prots, lost income or lost sales).
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations
may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
In addition, all vehicular transports are potentially hazardous. Any person using MALONE products are personally
responsible for following the given directions for use, installation and accepts full responsibility for any and all damages
or injury of any kind including death, which may result from their use.
The Malone Auto Racks (Malone) Limited One Year Warranty covers certain Malone-brand products that have been specically
identied for inclusion in the program and is eective for one year from the date of purchase for the original retail purchaser.
This warranty is terminated after one year from the date of purchase, or, when the original retail purchaser sells or otherwise
transfers the product to any other person or entity during the one year warranty period.
Subject to the limitations and exclusions described in this warranty, Malone will remedy defects in materials and/or
workmanship by repairing or replacing, at its option, a defective product without charge for parts or labor. Malone may
elect, at its option, not to repair or replace a defective product but rather issue to the original retail purchaser a refund
equal to the purchase price paid for the product, or credit to be used toward the purchase of a replacement Malone
product.
This warranty does not cover, and no warranty is given for defects or problems caused by normal wear and tear which
includes but is not limited to surface (aesthetic) metal corrosion, scratches, dents, deformities, accidents, unlawful
vehicle operation, or any modication of a product not performed or authorized in writing by Malone.
In addition, this warranty does not cover problems resulting from conditions beyond Malone’s control including, but not
limited to, theft, misuse, overloading, or failure to assemble, mount or use the product in accordance with Malone’s
written instructions or guidelines included with the product available to the original retail purchaser.
No warranty is given for Malone products purchased outside of the United States, Canada and Mexico.
If the product is believed to be defective, the original retail purchaser should contact the Malone dealer from whom it
was purchased, who will give the original retail purchaser instructions on how to proceed. If the original retail purchaser
is unable to contact the Malone dealer, or the dealer is not able to remedy the defect, the original retail purchaser should
contact Malone by email at [e-mail].
In the event that the product must be returned to Malone, a technician at the email address above will provide the
original purchaser with return shipping instructions. The original purchaser will be responsible for the cost of mailing
the product to Malone. In order to receive any remedy under this warranty, a copy of the original purchase receipt,
a description of the defect and a return address must be provided.
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