Rhino-Rack RLTFMV User manual

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HI-TECH GLASS REINFORCED NYLON LEGS WITH STRUCTURAL GRADE ANODISED OR
POWDER COATED ALUMINIUM H SECTION BAR AND STRUCTURAL GRADE ANODISED
TRACKS THAT WILL GIVE YOU MANY YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USAGE.
THANKYOU FOR PURCHASING A RHINO-RACK
TO SUIT THE MERCEDES VITO
YOUR RHINO-RACK IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN AUSTRALIA TO MEET THE
STRINGENT REQUIREMENTS OF AUSTRALIAN STANDARD AS1235-2000. ONLY USE
RHINO-RACK APPROVED ACCESSORIES.
HOW TO FIT YOUR MERCEDES VITO
RHINO-RACK.
1. The Mercedes Vito has two tracks fitted on the outside
edge of the vehicle roof turret. It’s to these tracks that the
Rhino-rack mounts too.
2. Remove brass hex nuts from leg assembly and slide into
existing tracks. Please note that the nuts are a little bit stiff
getting past the track end caps. Hex nuts need to be placed
in tracks the same position they came off base of leg
support. (This is with the chamfered faces of the nuts facing
each other.)
3. Attach leg supports to hex nuts in tracks ensuring that
both legs are facing the same direction (three legs each
track if it is to be a three-bar system).
4. Space leg supports on tracks evenly so that they sit
50mm from each end of the tracks. Tighten leg supports.
5. Loosen the channel nut on top of the leg support
assembly to allow it to slot into the underside of the
crossbar (refer detail B). Rotate the bolt clockwise to allow
the channel nut to lock into position.If thechannel nut does
not rotate into position, loosen the bolt and repeat. It is
essential that the channel nut rotates into lock position.
Refer Detail B
6. Tighten the M10 leg bolt to the crossbar to a torque of
20Nm. Ensure crossbar overhang is equal both sides, refer
Detail E. Tighten the leg support M6x40 button head bolts
to a torque of 6Nm. Refer Detail D.
7. Knock bar end caps into ends of crossbar using a rubber
mallet. Insert rubber buffer strip into top of crossbar.
Please Note: When more than three crossbars are to be
fitted, Rhino-Rack leg height spacers (LHS) are
required on the front and rear crossbars (Refer Detail
A). This will level crossbar height and allow for roof
curvature.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Please refer to your vehicle manufacturers operating manual
for maximum roof load rating. Pleasenote thatthe vehicles
roof load rating may be less than the trackmount bar
load rating.

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It is essential that all bolt connections are checked after
driving a short distance when you first install your Rhino-
Rack. Bolt connections should be checked again at regular
intervals (probably once a week is enough, depending on road
conditions, usage, loads and distances traveled). You should
also check the roof bars each time they are refitted.
Crossbars and accessories should be cleaned and all screw
threads should be lubricated at regular intervals. Rhino-Rack
offers a 3 Year warranty to the original purchaser of the
Rhino-Rack Roofbar Systems and Accessories. Rhino-Rack
cannot be held responsible for incorrect mounting of the
Roofbars or for usage that exceeds vehicle and production
tolerances.
Make sure to fasten the load securely. Please ensure that all
loads are evenly distributed and that the centre of gravity is
kept as low as possible. Useonlynon-stretchfasteningropes
and straps.
SENSITIVITY TO CROSSWINDS, BEHAVIOUR IN
CURVES AND BRAKING
The handling of the car changes when you transport a load on the
roof. For safety reasons, we recommend you exercise extreme care
when transporting wind resistant loads, special consideration must be
taken into account when braking
PLEASE REMOVE CROSSBARS WHEN PUTTING
VEHICLE THROUGH AN AUTOMATIC CAR WASH.
LOAD RATINGS
Maximum permissible load is 100kg per pair of roof bars (include
the weight of the roof bars, 7kg). When roof bars are to be used in
extreme off-road conditions please build a safety factor of 1.5 into
this load limit (67kg per pair). Although roof bars are tested and
approved to AS1235-2000, Australian road conditions can be much
more rigorous. Addition of extra roof bars has proven to be themost
successful way to minimize vehicle roof turret deformation.
However, increasing the number off crossbars does not increase the
vehicles maximum permissible roof loading. Note for dealers and
fitters. It is your responsibility to ensure instructions are given to the
end user or client.
Manufactured by Rhino-Rack
17 Euston St., Rydalmere, NSW 2116, Australia
(Ph) 02 9638 4744 (Fax) 02 9638 4822
RHINO-RACK
No: RR177
Prepared By: MARTIN FERRIER Issue No: 02
Authorized By: GARY ENGLAND Issue Date: 26/04/01