Safe Fleet PRIME DESIGN FBM-1017-BLK User manual

Pages 2-3 Packaging Contents
Pages 4-7 Low Roof Medium Wheelbase (130”)
Pages 8-11 Low Roof Long Wheelbase (148”)
Pages 12-15 Mid/High Roof Medium Wheelbase (130”)
Pages 16-19 Mid/High Roof Long Wheelbase (148”)
Pages 20-23 Mid/High Roof Long Wheelbase Extended Length (148”)
2015+ Ford Transit Low/Mid/High Roof Base Mounting Kit
PRIME DESIGN, A SAFE FLEET BRAND
Address: 580 Opperman Drive, Eagan, MN 55123 ▪ Toll Free: 1.8.PRIME.RACK
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(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
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Anti-Seize (1X)
23” Channels (2X)
74” Channels, Pre-assembled (2X)
" Lock Washer (6X)
Channel Bracket (6X) M8 x 20MM (6X) M8 X 25MM (10X)
M8 X 40MM (10X)
" Flat Washer (14X)
Mounting Bracket (10X)
Foam Pad (10X)
M8 Lock Nut (10X)
*See Note*See Note
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–PACKAGING CONTENTS
1—FBM-1017-BLK ................................................. (Qty 1)
Channels w/HKT-0132 Hardware Kit
CONTENTS OVERVIEW
TWO & THREE CROSSBAR CONFIGURATIONS
NOTE: This Manual contains information covering
two and three Crossbar congurations. If your
model is a two Crossbar conguration (ErgoRack
only), disregard all Center Crossbar installation
information.
NOTE: OEM threaded tie in heights may
require included M8 X 40 MM Flat Head
Bolt. Please check to ensure sufcient
engagement of threads is achieved.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
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ErgoRack, Gen4
AluRack
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–PACKAGING CONTENTS
2—Crossbars (shown for illustrative purposes only)
Ordered separately

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(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
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Foam Pad
Mounting Bracket
M8 x 25MM Bolt (*See Note)
Rear
Front
1E
1A
3E
3A
2E
2A
M8 Lock Nut
Flat Washer
Rear
Front
T Bolt Stud
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR MWB UNIVERSAL FBM
LOW ROOF MEDIUM WHEEL BASE (130.00”)
FBM ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE
Prior to assembling the Channels
and hardware, the OEM roof holes
must be chased using an M8 x 1.25
tap and uid. Doing so will ensure
accurate torque is achieved.
MOUNTING BRACKETS
Apply Anti-Seize to all M8 x 25MM Flat Head Bolts and
install the Channel Mounting Brackets with Foam Pads
onto the vehicle’s roof mounting holes. Do not tighten
bolts until Step 2.4.
* See note on Page 2
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CHANNELS
2.1 Apply Anti-Seize to all M8 T Bolt studs, then attach the
Channels to the Mounting Brackets using the indicated
hardware. Do not tighten until Step 2.3
NOTE: Base, Rotation, Crossbar, and Side Rail features are shown for
illustrative purposes only. These features are not included with this
Base Mounting Kit, and must be purchased separately.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
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FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR MWB UNIVERSAL FBM
Rear
Front
Left
Right
M8 X 20MM
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Fig. A
Flush
Left
Right
Rear
Front
Channel Rear Channel Front
(B) 48.00” ErgoRack
34.50” AluRack
(B) 24.00” ErgoRack
34.50” AluRack
(A) 72.00” ErgoRack
69.00” AluRack
Flush
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Fig. A
Apply silicone sealant
(not provided) to screws
Mid Crossbar
Strip Nut
2.6
Loosen nuts
3 Crossbar models: Position
the rear and center Mounting
Brackets as shown.
*2 & 3 Crossbar models:
Position the front Mounting
Brackets as shown.
Attach Mounting Brackets to the Aluminum
Strip Nuts located in the Channels
2.5
2.3
Position the Channel ends
until contacting the End
Caps as shown in Figure A.
Torque all Mounting Bracket
Nuts to 90 in-lb
2.7 Set to distances shown below:
Use Dimensions A for 2 Crossbar models.
Use Dimensions B for 3 Crossbar models.
Do not torque the Crossbar Mounting Brackets until Step 3.4.
Finger-tighten them into designated dimension to hold them in
place, then proceed to your Feature (FEA) Assembly Manual.
2.4 Torque all M8 x 25MM Flat Head Screws to
150 in-lbs. Apply Silicone Sealant to screw
heads to seal against water intrusion.
2.2 The Channels include
aluminum Strip Nuts for a
3 Crossbar conguration.
For 2 Crossbar congurations,
disregard the extra Strip Nut.
*2 Crossbar ErgoRack models:
See Page 24 regarding center
Crossbar Mounts.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
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Vehicle Rear
Vehicle Front
10.00”
10.00”
Rear
* NOTE-VBB and VCC Rack Models (no Rotations):
Offsets are even on the Left and Right sides.
Front
9.25”
Center
(if equipped)
Flush to rear of Channel
Vehicle Rear
Vehicle Front
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR MWB MOUNTING
3E.2
CROSSBAR ADJUSTMENT
Torque all of these
Crossbar Clamp
nuts to 90 in-lbs
3E.1
CROSSBARS
Shown with LH Base, and
RH Rotation for illustrative
purposes only
3E.3
Verify the specied
distance from the
ends of both Rear
Crossbar Mounting
Brackets to the ends
of both Channels.
3E.4
3E.4
Torque only the Rear Crossbar Mounting
Bracket bolts to 90 in-lbs at this time.
The Center (if equipped) and Front
Crossbar Mounting Brackets will
be torqued to specication when
designated in the respective Feature
(FEA) Assembly Manual.
Do not mount the Crossbars to this FBM system at this time.
Refer to the respective FEA or AR Assembly Manual(s)
included with your chosen rack conguration features.
Depending upon the features chosen, you may need to
perform a complete feature assembly onto the Crossbars or
Side Rails as noted in that feature’s Assembly Manual.
WARNING: Failure to position the Crossbars as shown in this
FBM Assembly Manual may result in damage to the sliding
door and/or ladder rack.
NOTE: Crossbars, Side Rails, Base, Clamp Down, or Rotation
features are not included in this FBM kit, and must be
purchased separately. To purchase applicable features and
accessories, please contact your authorized distributor, or a
Prime Design Sales & Service Representative.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
▪ TM & © 2021 PRIME DESIGN. PROTECTED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENT NO.’s 6427889, 6764268, 6971563, 8991889, 9415726, 9506292, 9481313, 9776476, 9796340, 10470565, 10486608, 10501022 AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING
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FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR MWB MOUNTING
Vehicle Rear
Vehicle Front
Center
Flush to rear
of Channel
Do not mount the Crossbars to this FBM system at this time.
Refer to the respective FEA or AR Assembly Manual(s)
included with your chosen rack conguration features.
Depending upon the features chosen, you may need to
perform a complete feature assembly onto the Crossbars or
Side Rails as noted in that feature’s Assembly Manual.
WARNING: Failure to position the Crossbars as shown in this
FBM Assembly Manual may result in damage to the sliding
door and/or ladder rack.
NOTE: Crossbars, Side Rails, Base, Clamp Down, or Rotation
features are not included in this FBM kit, and must be
purchased separately. To purchase applicable features and
accessories, please contact your authorized distributor, or a
Prime Design Sales & Service Representative.
CROSSBARS (ALURACK)
Shown with LR MWB
AluRackfor illustrative
purposes only
3A.1
3A.2
CROSSBAR
ADJUSTMENT 3A.3
Verify the specied
distance from the
ends of both Mounting
Bracket to the ends of
both Channels.
3A.4
Torque all of these
Crossbar Clamp nuts
to 90 in-lbs.
Torque all Crossbar Mounting
Bracket bolts to 90 in-lbs at
this time.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
▪ TM & © 2021 PRIME DESIGN. PROTECTED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENT NO.’s 6427889, 6764268, 6971563, 8991889, 9415726, 9506292, 9481313, 9776476, 9796340, 10470565, 10486608, 10501022 AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING
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Foam Pad
Mounting Bracket
M8 x 25MM Bolt (*See Note)
Rear
Front
M8 Lock Nut
Flat Washer
T Bolt Stud
Rear
Front
Rear Channel
1E
1A
3E
3A
2E
2A
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR LWB UNIVERSAL FBM
LOW ROOF LONG WHEEL BASE (148.00”)
FBM ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE
Prior to assembling the Channels
and hardware, the OEM roof holes
must be chased using an M8 x 1.25
tap and uid. Doing so will ensure
accurate torque is achieved.
MOUNTING BRACKETS
Apply Anti-Seize to all M8 x 25MM Flat Head Screws and
install the Channel Mounting Brackets with Foam Pads
onto the vehicle’s roof mounting holes. Do not tighten
screws until Step 2.4
* See note on Page 2
1
CHANNELS
2.1 Apply Anti-Seize to all M8 T Bolt studs, then attach to
Mounts using the indicated hardware. Do not tighten
until Step 2.3
NOTE: Base, Rotation, Crossbar, and Side Rail features are shown for
illustrative purposes only. These features are not included with this
Base Mounting Kit, and must be purchased separately.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
▪ TM & © 2021 PRIME DESIGN. PROTECTED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENT NO.’s 6427889, 6764268, 6971563, 8991889, 9415726, 9506292, 9481313, 9776476, 9796340, 10470565, 10486608, 10501022 AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING
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Left
Right
Rear
Front
Channel Rear Channel Front
(B) 48.00” ErgoRack
32.25” AluRack
(B) 48.00” ErgoRack
63.75” AluRack
(A) 96.00”
ErgoRack AluRack
Flush
Rear
Front
Left
Right
M8 X 20MM
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Rear
Front
Fig. B
Contact
Fig. B
Fig. A
Flush
Fig. A
Apply silicone sealant
(not provided) to screws
Mid Crossbar
Strip Nut
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR LWB UNIVERSAL FBM
2.6
Loosen nuts
3 Crossbar models: Position
the rear and center Mounting
Brackets as shown.
*2 & 3 Crossbar models:
Position the front Mounting
Brackets as shown.
Attach Mounting Brackets to the Aluminum
Strip Nuts located in the Channels
2.5
2.2 The Channels include
aluminum Strip Nuts for a
3 Crossbar conguration.
For 2 Crossbar congurations,
disregard the extra Strip Nut.
2.3
Move the Rear Channel
until the Mount contacts
the End Cap. Torque nut
to 90 in-lb.
Push the Front Channels
rmly against the Rear
Channels. The Channel
Cap Screws will make
full contact. Torque all
remaining nuts and
bolts to 90 in-lb.
2.7 Set to distances shown below:
Use Dimensions A for 2 Crossbar models.
Use Dimensions B for 3 Crossbar models.
Do not torque the Crossbar Mounting Brackets until Step 3.4.
Finger-tighten them into designated dimension to hold them in
place, then proceed to your Feature (FEA) Assembly Manual.
2.4 Torque all M8 x 25MM Flat Head Screws to
150 in-lbs. Apply Silicone Sealant to screw
heads to seal against water intrusion.
*2 Crossbar ErgoRack models:
See Page 24 regarding center
Crossbar Mounts.

Prime Design Limited Warranty. Seller’s sole and exclusive warranty (and Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach thereof) with respect to the Goods is set forth in the Limited Warranty document available at primedesign.net/warranty-liability
(the “Prime Design Limited Warranty”).
▪ TM & © 2021 PRIME DESIGN. PROTECTED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENT NO.’s 6427889, 6764268, 6971563, 8991889, 9415726, 9506292, 9481313, 9776476, 9796340, 10470565, 10486608, 10501022 AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING
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Vehicle Rear
Vehicle Front
Flush to rear of Channel
Vehicle Rear
Vehicle Front
10.00”
10.00”
Rear
Front
9.25”
Center
(if equipped)
* NOTE-VBB and VCC Rack Models (no Rotations):
Offsets are even on the Left and Right sides.
3E.2
CROSSBAR ADJUSTMENT
Torque all of these
Crossbar Clamp
nuts to 90 in-lbs
3E.1
CROSSBARS
Shown with LH Base, and
RH Rotation for illustrative
purposes only
3E.3
3E.4
3E.4
Torque only the Rear Crossbar Mounting
Bracket bolts to 90 in-lbs at this time.
The Center (if equipped) and Front
Crossbar Mounting Brackets will
be torqued to specication when
designated in the respective Feature
(FEA) Assembly Manual.
Do not mount the Crossbars to this FBM system at this time.
Refer to the respective FEA or AR Assembly Manual(s)
included with your chosen rack conguration features.
Depending upon the features chosen, you may need to
perform a complete feature assembly onto the Crossbars or
Side Rails as noted in that feature’s Assembly Manual.
WARNING: Failure to position the Crossbars as shown in this
FBM Assembly Manual may result in damage to the sliding
door and/or ladder rack.
NOTE: Crossbars, Side Rails, Base, Clamp Down, or Rotation
features are not included in this FBM kit, and must be
purchased separately. To purchase applicable features and
accessories, please contact your authorized distributor, or a
Prime Design Sales & Service Representative.
Verify the specied
distance from the
ends of both Rear
Crossbar Mounting
Brackets to the ends
of both Channels.
FBM-1017-BLK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS–LR LWB MOUNTING