Rhino-Rack 33100 LH User manual

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33100 LH - Batwing Awning
33200 RH - Batwing Awning
Note: Use caution in windy
conditions. The pegs and ropes
must always be used when the
Batwing Awning is open.
Important Information
Recommendations
It is essential that all bolt connections be checked after driving a short distance when you fi rst install your
Rhino-Rack Batwing Awning. Bolt connections should be checked again at regular intervals depending on road
conditions, usage, loads and distances travelled. You should also check the roof bars each time they are refi tted.
Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
Please remove Batwing Awning and crossbars when putting vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Do not stow away the awning for long periods if it is wet. You must allow the awning material to dry completely
before storing for extended periods of time. When rolling up the awning, avoid excessive bunching up of the
material before stowing. The awning should be rolled up as neatly as possible following the instruction on page 9.
Torque settings
Unless stated otherwise in these instructions, all fasteners should be set to the following torque settings -
M6: 4-5Nm (3-4lbs/ft), M8: 8-10Nm (6-7.5lbs/ft) and M10: 16-18Nm (12-13lbs/ft).
Load Ratings
With the addition of the Batwing Awning, the load capacity of your crossbars will have to be adjusted accordingly.
The Batwing Awning with mounting brackets weighs approximately 20kg.
Note for Dealers and Fitters
It is your responsibility to ensure this fi tting instruction is given to the end user or client
Rhino-Rack
22 Hanson Pl, Eastern Creek,
NSW 2766, Australia. Document No: R1686 Fit Time: 15min
(Ph) [phone] Prepared By: Kayle Everett Issue No: 07
rhinorack.com.au Authorised By: Nicholas Clarke Issue Date: 14/12/2018
These instructions remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty Ltd and may not be used or changed for any other purpose than intended.
1. Check Part No./Kit is correct 3. Fit roof rack accessory
2. Read through instruction before installing 4. Check and recheck all fasteners are secure
CONTROLLED

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
Always use guy ropes when awning is deployed. Do not use the awning as a means to hoist your
body weight up or to the roof of the vehicle.
Be aware of the eff ects of wind on the open awning.
It is advised that the awning be stowed away in strong winds.
Do not leave your awning unattended while open, weather
conditions can change suddenly. Avoid setup in windy
conditions.
If awning is wet, be sure to dry before you stow. Always use sand screws (31113 , sold as separate) when
awning is open on beach or sand.
Warning: Shade does not provide 100% protection.
Some UV can still reach you in the shade by refl ecting off
surrounding surfaces. Always combine shade with clothing, a
hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
Installation hardware kit
Item Assembled Batwing Qty Part No.
1a Batwing Main Extrusion 1 -
1b Batwing Bag 1 SP266(LH)
SP267(RH)
2Batwing End Cap 1 M930
3 M6 x 20mm CSK Screw 2 B163
4 Phillips Screw 2 B176
5Batwing End Cap Magnet 4 CA1796
6Batwing Spar Support 4 SUB0758
7 M8 x 150mm Axle Bolt s/s 1 C775
8 M8 x 17mm Flat Washer 2 W020
9 Batwing Spar Hinge Pin 2 M938
10 M8 Nyloc Nut 1 N028
11 M6 Nyloc Nut 2 N013
12 Spar Hinge Casting 1 CA1797
13 Retention Strap 1 CA1871
14.
15.
16.
18.
19.
20.10.
17.
1
Installation and setup
*
15.
16.
18.
19.
20.10.
*
Heavy duty
crossbar
Requires 33101 kit*
14.
15.
16.
18.
19.
20.
10.
17.
PioneerVortex crossbar
Tools required • 10 and 13mm socket wrench
• 6mm allen key
• Hammer/ mallet for peg installation
Item Hardware kit Qty Part No.
14 M6 x 20mm Hex Bolt 4 B082
15 M6 Spring Washer 4 W004
16 M6 x 16mm Flat Washer 4 W031
17 Plate Nut 2 C838
18 Pioneer Awning Bracket 2 CA1816
19 M8 x 23mm T-bolt 4 B269
20 M8 x 17mm Flat Washer 4 W020
10 M8 Nyloc Nut 4 N028
21 Allen Key 4mm (H001) 1
CA1834
22 M6 x 16mm CSK Screw 2
23 Pickup Moulding (SP202) 1
24 M6 Channel Nut (N002) 2
25 Spare Hinge Moulding 2 CA1175
Item Peg Bag Qty Part No
26 Metal Peg 10 C909
27 Guy Rope ‘S’ Hook 4 C911
28 Guy Rope 8 C910
1a.
2.
3.
4.
5.
11.
6.
7.
8.
9.
9.
8.
12.
10.
14,15,16.
17.
18.
19,20,10.
21.
22.
23.
24.
28.26.
25.
13.
27.

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
Slide the bracket assemblies into either of the slots of the
Batwing awning. Finger tighten only.
Heavy duty crossbar
*Requires purchase of
33101 hardware kit.
Vortex crossbar Pioneer
Up to
1000mm
Up to
1000mm
Be sure
hardware is
located
correctly
within the
crossbar.
Tighten to 4-5Nm with a 13mm socket wrench. Be aware
of tail gate position and adjust awning position
accordingly.
Install the pick up mounting points at the rear of the vehicle, on the opposite side you intend to fi x the Batwing
awning to. Tighten in place with allen key provided.
2
3
4
5
Be aware of height
diff erences when
changing bracket
orientation. Confi rm
door clearance. 42mm 95mm
Min
700mm

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
Unzip the bag.
Remove the peg bag from the peg pouch at the rear of the
awning. Flip the peg pouch over the back of the
awning.
1.
2.
6
7
8

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1.
2.
3.
4.
x3
9
10
11
12
1. 2. Tension strap as
required.
End horizontal
support may have a slight
curve after tensioning.
This is normal on some
vehicles.

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Be aware on some vehicles
the 4th support can hit the
rear of the vehicle when
dropped down. Simply undo
the tension strap, drop the
support, then re-attach the
retention strap.
Unclasp the supports and drop them down into position.
14
Drive a peg through the foot of the support. Pegs can
be driven in both sides to lock the support down. Leave a small gap to allow pegs to be
removed easily.
15
Tighten the support
poles in place at the
selected height.
Note: Once these heights
are set for your vehicle, they
can be left at this length
even when stowed away.

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
Drive the metal pegs into suitable ground on the out-
side of the supports. Hook the ropes the to the awning,
fi xing it in place as shown.
16
Approx. 45º
Metal Peg
Guy Rope
Metal Hook
GROUND
RAIN
Tensioning guy
ropes will allow
rain to fl ow off
the awning
freely.
Stowage instructions
Lift the support poles back up into their original position.
Be sure they clip into place.
17
“CLICK”
Unclip the tension strap if required, then
re-attach to ensure it is not lost.
18
1.

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1. 2.
3.
4.
20
x3
1. Fold the
awning material
in half.
2. Roll the
material from the
front edge back
up into its original
setting.
3.
“CLICK”
RHS shown:
Swing each arm back towards the body of the awning. As you move through positions 1 - 4, stack each
arm on top of the one before it as shown. Place all 4 arms back onto the magnets at the same time.

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
21 Replace the metal pegs and guy ropes to their original
position. Zip the outer bag closed.
1.
22
2.
3.
Important Notes
The support arms are designed to allow slight adjustment by the end user. When housed, if the arms are not
sitting fl ush with end cap (fi g A), adjust the rotation on the arm using a phillips head screw driver (fi g B).
(fi g A) If the arm is off
centre as shown, the
magnet in the end cap
will not secure the arm
in place properly.
(fi g B) Loosen the screw behind the
drop down hinge, adjust the arm
rotation and re-tighten the screw.
1

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33100 LH, 33200 RH - Batwing
Should a spar hinge be damaged from stronger than
expected wind conditions, they can be replaced with
the spare pieces provided. Remove awning from
vehicle. Use a 13mm spanner and a 6mm allen key to
undo the casting assembly.
Remove the assembly pieces and store safely to the
side.
Using a phillips head screw driver, remove the screw
holding the damaged hinge moulding in place.
Replace with the spare hinge provided.
Replace the assembly pieces and tighten with a
13mm spanner and 6mm allen key.
2a
2b
3a To replace a damaged PVC bag:
1 - Unzip the bag and remove the velcro straps.
2 - Remove the plastic plugs in the rear of the bag. It is normal that
these screws will be destroyed in the process.

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3b Slide the bag free, off the awning body.
3c Slide the new bag in as shown. Be sure correct orientation is used. The matte fi nish of the PVC bag faces the
outside. Replace the plastic plugs with those provided in the new bag kit.
4
Awning shade covers
approximately 11m 2
200mm
95mm 2500mm
2.5m (98”)
2.5m (98”)
2.5m (98”)