Prorack PR3217 User manual

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PR3217 FISHING ROD HOLDER
INSTRUCTIONS
FIRST TIME INSTALLATION
• Please read instructions carefully before installation.
• Check the contents of kit. Contact your Prorack dealer if any parts appear to be missing or damaged.
• Clean your roof racks prior to tting the Fishing Rod Holder.
IMPORTANT WARNING!
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL PRORACK RACKS AND ACCESSORIES BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN
AN AUTOMOBILE 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 ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR, AND DAMAGE.
THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR PRORACK PRODUCT 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 SUCH AS A ROOF RACK SPECIALIST.
09-13-585 Rev 2
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 10mm Spanner or Torque Wrench (for P-Bar tment only)
KIT CONTENTS
Item # Component Qty
1 M6 Spring Nut 4
2 M6 Slot Nut 4
3 M6 Nylock Nut 8
4M6 Spring Washer 4
5M6 Washer 8
6 M6 Button Head Capscrew 20mm 4
7 M6 Button Head Capscrew 12mm 4
8 Clamp Plate For P-Bar 2
9 M6 Button Head Capscrew 40mm 8
10 Fishing Rod Holder Zip Strap 2
11 Fishing Rod Holder Body 2
12 Screwdriver Allen Key 4mm 1
4
5
6
8
1
9
3
2
11
10
12
7

Installation onto Tradesman and other Heavy Duty Crossbars
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Installation onto Prorack S-Wing and International T-Slot Crossbars
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Installation onto Prorack P-bar and other square Crossbars
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1Insert 2 x M6 Spring Nuts at an equal distance from the ends of each crossbar. Push
Spring Nuts down into the crossbar channels and twist to lock into place as pictured.
Use the Rod Holder Body to ensure Spring Nuts align with the two rear holes in the
base of Rod Holder Body.
2Position the Rod Holder Bodies on each crossbar with the strap/foam ends pointing
towards each other. Secure the 2 x Rod Holder Bodies to the M6 Spring Nuts in the
crossbars using the M6 Button Head Capscrews 20mm and M6 Spring Washers via
the rear holes as shown. Tighten to 4Nm with 4mm Allen Key Screwdriver provided
or a suitable Torque Wrench.
4To secure rods, push the Zip Straps into the Buckles on either side of the Rod
Holders.
To release, push the top end of the Buckles inwards and lift Strap.
3Your Fishing Rod Holder is now tted and ready for use.
To use, place handle end of rod back into the main opening of the Rod Holder Body
and down into the foam. Place the rod tip into the foam on the opposite Rod Holder
Body as shown. Repeat for multiple rods, utilising the opposite end as required.
INSTALLATION ONTO TRADESMAN AND OTHER HEAVY DUTY CROSSBARS

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1Push rubber inll down and slide 2 x M6 Slot Nuts into each crossbar channel at an
equal distance from the ends of the crossbars as pictured. The 4mm Screwdriver Alley
Key can be used to assist Slot Nut installation into the channel.
Use the Rod Holder Body to ensure Slot Nuts align with the two rear holes in the base
of Rod Holder Body.
2Position the Rod Holder Bodies on each crossbar with the strap/foam ends pointing
towards each other. Secure the Rod Holder Bodies to the Slot Nuts in the crossbars
using the M6 Button Head Capscrews 12mm and M6 Spring Washers via the rear
holes as shown. Tighten to 4Nm with 4mm Allen Key Screwdriver provided or a
suitable Torque Wrench.
4To secure rods, push the Zip Straps into the Buckles on either side of the Rod
Holders.
To release, push the top end of the Buckles inwards and lift Strap.
3Your Fishing Rod Holder is now tted and ready for use.
To use, place handle end of rod back into the main opening of the Rod Holder Body
and down into the foam. Place the rod tip into the foam on the opposite Rod Holder
Body as shown. Repeat for multiple rods, utilising the opposite end as required.
INSTALLATION ONTO PRORACK S-WING AND INTERNATIONAL T-SLOT
CROSSBARS

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1Loosely fasten the Clamp Plates to Rod Holder Bodies via the two inward facing holes
(next to foam) using 2 x M6 Button Head Capscrews 40mm, 2 x M6 washers and 2 x
M6 Nyloc Nuts as shown.
2Position the Rod Holder Bodies on each crossbar with the strap/foam ends pointing
towards each other. Slide the Clamp and Rod Holder assemblies onto crossbars at
an equal distance from the ends of the crossbars as pictured. Install the remaining
M6 Button Head Capscrews 40mm, M6 washers and M6 Nyloc Nuts into the
outward facing holes. Tighten all Nuts to 4Nm with a 10mm spanner or a suitable
Torque Wrench.
4To secure rods, push the Zip Straps into the Buckles on either side of the Rod
Holders.
To release, push the top end of the Buckles inwards and lift Strap.
3Your Fishing Rod Holder is now tted and ready for use.
To use, place handle end of rod back into the main opening of the Rod Holder Body
and down into the foam. Place the rod tip into the foam on the opposite Rod Holder
Body as shown. Repeat for multiple rods, utilising the opposite end as required.
INSTALLATION ONTO PRORACK P-BAR AND OTHER SQUARE CROSSBARS

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MAINTENANCE
• Check accessory is securely attached whenever you ret it to the vehicle. If the unit feels
loose, refer to the tting instructions and readjust.
• Regularly check all fasteners. This includes all attached accessories and roof racks.
• Clean with hot soapy water and sponge as required.
CAUTION
• The Fishing Rod Holder can carry up to 2 shing rods with a maximum of 3kg per rod.
Ensure all items are securely attached.
• A loaded roof rack system can alter the performance of your vehicle. Be especially aware
of the effects of side winds, changing of direction, and braking performance. Avoid rapid
acceleration and deceleration. Drive Carefully.
• Make sure all loads are securely fastened with the Zip Straps. Check regularly during
longer journeys.
• Never drive into a car wash with the roof rack system or accessories tted.
• Do not exceed the vehicle manufacturer’s roof load rating. Total load equals weight of roof
racks + accessories + cargo/equipment.
WARRANTY & DISCLAIMER
Yakima Australia Pty Ltd ABN 58 154 440 221
17 Hinkler Court, Brendale QLD 4500
Tel: [phone] (NZ) or 1800 143 548 (AU)
Email: [e-mail] or [e-mail]
1. Where the product is supplied to the customer for other than business purposes within the meaning of section 43 of the
New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the provisions of that Act shall apply. It is important that anyone who
fits or uses this product does so in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Where the product is supplied to the customer for business purposes within the meaning of section 43 of the New Zealand
Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the provisions of that Act and all other representations or terms (including any conditions
or warranty expressed or implied by law, statute or otherwise) not expressly included in this leaflet are hereby expressly
excluded shall have no effect and the clauses (a) and (b) shall apply.
3. Subject to the Additional Information (Australia), where the product is supplied and purchased in Australia, the following
shall apply:
(a). THE SUPPLIER WARRANTS the product to be free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of three (3)
years from the date of original purchase (the warranty period). Proof of purchase is required. Subject to the limitations
and exclusions set out below, the Supplier hereby agrees to remedy any defects in materials or workmanship becoming
apparent during the warranty period, by replacing or repairing any defective product or component (at its option) free of
charge to the purchaser in respect of replacement parts or labour. Any defective product or component must be notified
and where practicable, returned at the purchaser’s expense to the Supplier immediately upon discovery of the alleged
defect and no attempt made on the part of the purchaser to repair it.
(b). EXCEPTIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS TO WARRANTY. The product and/or its components must be
fitted/assembled and loaded in accordance with the Supplier’s written instructions and any requirements set out
in the car’s owner manual. This warranty does not cover defects, loss or damage resulting from circumstances
beyond the Supplier’s control including, but not limited to misuse, overloading, or failure to assemble and/or fit
the product or component in accordance with the Supplier’s written instructions. Nor does the warranty cover
defects, loss or damage resulting from accidents, unlawful use of the vehicle or defects/inconsistencies in the
vehicle on which the product or component is fitted. Liability for direct, indirect, special, punitive, incidental,
exemplary, contractual or consequential damage or loss arising from defects, faulty materials or design
omissions or negligence or workmanship in the product or its components is hereby expressly excluded subject
to the following. Certain Commonwealth legislation, including the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth),
and other State and Territorial legislation confers upon purchasers rights which cannot be excluded from or be
restricted or modified by contract. Any conditions, guarantees and/or warranties implied by law and incapable
of exclusion are deemed to be expressly incorporated herein. Nothing herein contained is intended nor shall be
permitted to be inconsistent with any such conditions, guarantees and/or warranties. To the extent permitted by
legislation all conditions, guarantees and/or warranties such as implied warranties which are capable of exclusion
are hereby expressly excluded and negatived.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ( AUSTRALIA )
This information should be read in conjunction with clauses (a) and (b).
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure.
This warranty does not change or take away your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Your right to claim under
this policy for the benefits covered is in addition to other rights and remedies you have under the law in relation to the
product.
Where you become aware of defects in materials or of workmanship, and wish to make a claim under this warranty you
must do the following for the warranty to be honoured by your Prorack dealer or Yakima Australia Pty Ltd ABN 58 154
440 221 (Yakima):
1. Make a claim as soon as practicable by contacting the Prorack dealer from whom you purchased the product, who
will give you instructions on how to proceed.
2. If you are unable to contact the Prorack dealer, or the dealer is not able to remedy the defect, you should contact
Yakima as soon as practicable at:
Call: 0800 4776 722 (NZ) or 1800 143 548 (AU)
Email: [e-mail] or [e-mail]
Alternately, you can write to Yakima at 17 Hinkler Court, Brendale QLD Australia 4500 in order to make a claim
under your warranty.
3. Upon contacting Yakima directly, you should explain as fully as possible the defect. A Yakima representative will
provide you with appropriate instructions for returning the product together with a copy of the original purchase
invoice or receipt to Yakima.
4. The costs and expenses associated with making a claim under your warranty including the costs of complying with
those instructions and of returning the product to Yakima or the Prorack dealer will be borne by you.
Following receipt of the product and purchase invoice or receipt, Yakima or the Prorack dealer must inspect the product
to determine whether the claim falls within the warranty. If:
4.1 the claim falls within the warranty, Yakima will remedy any defects in materials or workmanship becoming
apparent during the warranty period, by replacing or repairing any defective product or component (at its
option) free of charge to the purchaser in respect of replacement parts or labour.
4.2 the claim does not fall within the warranty, Yakima will return the product to you at your expense.
Yakima Australia Pty Ltd
17 Hinkler Court, Brendale
QLD 4500, Australia
Freephone
AU: 1800 143 548 www.prorack.com.au
NZ: 0800 4776 722 www.prorack.co.nz