Ranger design MAX RACK 2.0 User manual

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MAX RACK 2.0
OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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MAX RACK 2.0
LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
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Please place provided label
on your ladder to mark the
hook mounting point.
Load ladder on front hook (Sticker
can be applied for easy reference).
1
Lift the ladder from the rear
and push the ladder forward.
2

THE LADDER LOCK
MUST LINE UP
IN THE MIDDLE OF
TWO RUNGS WHEN
LOADING THE LADDER
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Ensure the anti-theft pin is
engaged and locks your ladder.
4
Rotate the ladder over
the rear hook and settle
it into the anti-theft.
3

MAX RACK 2.0
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STEP TWO
With both hands, insert the
handle into the Max Rack and
turn to secure.
2
STEP THREE
Pull the handle down
towards you.
3
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STEP ONE
Release positive lock before
operating the rack.
1
LOWER LADDER

STEP FOUR
Turn around. Push the handle
forward.
4
STEP FIVE
Continue to push the handle until
the Max Rack has finished its
descent. Do not let go of handle
until ladder has fully descended.
5
STEP ONE
Push the handle, don’t pull it.
1
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RAISE LADDER

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MAX RACK 2.0
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WEEKLY
INSPECT CYLINDERS FOR
OIL OR DIRT ON PISTON.
Wipe the cylinders with a paper to verify
for leaks. If there is a leak, your cylinder
is failing. Plan for a replacement.
1
OPERATE RACK TO HALF-POINT POSITION.
Push ladder and mechanism back onto roof and check for loose
or rattling parts.
2
INSPECT INTERLOCKING
HOOKS TO ENSURE THEY ARE
TIGHT AND DO NOT RATTLE.
3
Disclaimer Carrying ladders on your roof can be dangerous. While minimizing the risks is Ranger Design’s
top priority, ladder rack safety is ultimately the user’s responsibility. Regular maintenance can also help
prevent accidents and extend the life of your rack and ladders.

MONTHLY
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INSPECT CYLINDERS, FOUND
ON THE FRONT AND REAR
MECHANISMS.
Check for leaks and tighten nuts if loose.
2
INSPECT BOLTS AND NUTS
ON THE SHAFT AND FRAME.
TIGHTEN IF LOOSE.
1
INSPECT ELBOW FOR ANY CRACK
AND ENSURE THE SLEEVE RESTS
FLUSH TO THE PIPE KEEPING THE
PIN KEY IN PLACE.
3

MAX RACK 2.0
LADDER INSTALLATION
CORRECT HOOK POSITION
YOU MUST ENSURE:
The arm socket and the ladder do not extend beyond the rear bumper of the vehicle.
The center of the ladder must be minimum 15" behind the front hook when the ladder
is loaded.
REAR FRONT
FLUSH
FRONT HOOKCENTER OF THE LADDER
MINUMUM 15"
END OF THE LADDER
FLUSH
END OF THE LADDER MINIMUM 15"
FRONT HOOK
CENTER OF THE LADDER
F
1/16"
1/16"
2"
1.5"
FLUSH
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Failing to comply with the hook adjustment settings can result in unrestrained ladder as shown
in Figure 1 and Figure 2. In these conditions the ladder can dislodge from the vehicle, causing
serious injuries to road user and can be life threatening.
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
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MAX RACK 2.0
WARNING

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MAX RACK 2.0
MAXIMUM LADDER LENGTH
Max Rack Maximum Ladder LENGTH
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VEHICLE MODEL
(RACK MODEL SHOWN)
16ft
(32ft LADDER)
12ft
(24ft LADDER)
APPROX. 15"
APPROX. 15"
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER
FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
MAXIMUM
LADDER LENGTH
32ft
MERCEDES
SPRINTER
(1870-DH)
NISSAN
NV
(1870-NH)
FORD
TRANSIT
REGULAR WHEELBASE
(1870-FTR)
FORD
TRANSIT
LONG/EXTENDED
WHEELBASE
(1870-FTL)
24ft
24ft
32ft
12ft
(24ft LADDER)
APPROX. 15"
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
16ft
(32ft LADDER)
APPROX. 15"
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK

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VEHICLE MODEL
(RACK MODEL SHOWN)
MAXIMUM
LADDER LENGTH
28ft
RAM
PROMASTER
118"WHEELBASE
(1870-PHS)
RAM
PROMASTER
136”WHEELBASE
(1870-PHM)
RAM
PROMASTER
159”WHEELBASE
(1870-PHL)
RAM
PROMASTER
159”EXTENDED WHEELBASE
(1870-PHX)
32ft
32ft
32ft
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MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY
PER SINGLE MAX RACK IS 100LBS.
1880 FOR A DOUBLE SIDED MAX RACK 2.0
14ft
(28ft LADDER)
APPROX. 15"
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
16ft
(32ft LADDER)
APPROX. 15"
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
APPROX. 15"
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
16ft
(32ft LADDER)
CENTER OF MASS
OF THE LADDER
APPROX. 15"
FRONT HOOK
OF THE RACK
16ft
(32ft LADDER)

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