Rhino-Rack RTL001 User manual

Rhino-Rack Kayak T-Load Tow Ball Mount (RTL001)
Important: Please read these instructions carefully prior to installation.
Please refer to your tting instruction to ensure that the roof racks are installed in the correct locations.
Check the contents of kit before commencing tment and report any discrepancies.
Place these instructions in the vehicle’s glove box after installation is complete.
Important Information
Maximum carrying capacity: 60kg (132lbs)
Please refer to your vehicle manufacturers handbook for maximum carrying capacity of your roof racks. Always use the lower of
the two gures. Load must be evenly distributed over the crossbars.
Warning: Do not attempt to t the T-load to your vehicle unless you fully understand this tting instructions. Please direct any
questions regarding tting to the dealer from where the T-load was purchased.
Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
Recommendations:
It is essential that all bolt connections be checked after driving a short distance when you rst install your roof racks and T-load.
Bolt connections should be checked again at regular intervals (once a week is enough, depending on road conditions, usage,
loads and distances travelled). You should also check the roof racks and T-Load each time they are re-tted. Always make sure
to fasten your load securely. Please also ensure that all loads are evenly distributed and that the centre of gravity is kept as low
as possible. Long loads (e.g. canoes and kayaks) must be secured front and rear with non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
Roof racks must be removed when putting vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Caution: The handling characteristics of the vehicle 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 cornering and braking.
Note for Dealers and Fitters:
It is your responsibility to ensure these tting instructions are given to the end user or client.
Rhino-Rack
3 Pike Street, Rydalmere,
NSW 2116, Australia. Document No: R069
(Ph) [phone] Prepared By: Andy Wana Issue No: 02
(Fax) [phone] Authorised By: Chris Murty Issue Date: 04/08/2011
These instructions remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty Ltd and may not be used or changed for any other purpose than intended.
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Tools supplied with kit:
Allen Keys, Spanner, Key
Tools needed:
Measuring tape, Spanner (for tow ball removal), Power drill (optional), 3mm pilot drill bit
(optional), 10mm drill bit (optional)
Item Component Name Qty
1Main Support 1
2M8 Button Head Cap Screw Bolt 3
3M8 Flat Washer 7
4M8 Nut 3
5M12 Button Head Cap Screw Bolt 1
6M12 Flat Washer 2
7M12 Nut 1
8M10 HT Cap Screw 1
910mm x 55mm Rubber Sleeve 1
10 Locking Pin 1
11 Top Tube 1
12 Bottom Tube 1
13 Allen Key Set (Small, Med, Large) 3
14 Spanner 1
15 Key 1
16 Protective Mat 1
17 Back Stop Pin 1
18 8mm x 30mm Rubber Sleeve 1
19 Back Stop R Clip 1
20 M10 Flat Washer 1
21 M10 Nut 1
22 Anti Swivel Plate 1
23 Anti Swivel Tongue 1
24 M8 Spring Washer 1
25 M8 Security Bolt Short 1
26 Fitting Instruction 1
RTLK
Item Component Name Qty
32 Cup Head Square Neck Bolt 4
33 Upper Clamp 2
34 Universal Clamp 2
35 M6 Flat Washer 4
36 Dial 4
37 Strap 1
Crossbar Fitting Kit
Item Component Name Qty
27 M6 x 32mm Security Screw (Aero) 2
28 M6 Flat Nut (Aero) 2
29 M6 x 16mm Flat Washer 2
30 M6 Spring Washer 2
31 Security Key Short 1
Crossbar
Item Component Name Qty
38 Aero Crossbar 1
Parts List

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Tighten the
dial knob
Tighten the
M12 bolt
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MIN : 950mm
MAX : 1540mm
Adjust to suit
vehicle’s height

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Do not overtighten
Overtightening may cause deformation
of the universal clamp
24 Insert both ends 25 Flip the buckle on both ends

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Set spacing of supports to suit kayak or load.
Always have load evenly distributed over cross bars.
Set spacing of supports to suit kayak or load.
Always have load evenly distributed over cross bars.
Pull strap to tighten
Lift buckle to loosen
Keep strap in car
when not in use
For KAYAKS / CANOES
For LOAD STOP
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How to load with the gunwale facing down:
Extra straps sold seperately

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For Permanent Height Set Up
(OPTIONAL)
Centre punch, drill
3mm pilot hole,
then drill using
10mm drill bit
Apply corrosion
protection (cold
galvanise) around
the hole.
*not supplied

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