SportRack SR5531 User manual

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WARNINGS / LIMITATIONS
• You are responsible for attaching the racks and
accessories to your vehicle securely and periodically
inspecting the product for wear and damage. Improper
attachment could result in an automobile accident and
serious injury.
• SportRack is not responsible for damage to your gear
or vehicle. For heavier loads consider purchasing a full
rack system.
• After driving 5 miles, stop to ensure straps/ropes are
still tight. Limit transport distance to 250 miles.
• Do not place blocks on sunroofs or spoilers.
• Be sure to cover an exposed kayak cockpit on
rainy days.
FOAM 18" KAYAK CARRIER - SR5531
description part number qty.
ABR531R 2
ABR702 1
ABR700 2
853-7711 4
foam blocks
15 foot blue straps
9 foot red straps
metal bumper hooks
bow/stern black tie-down straps ABR704 2 pair
PARTS INCLUDED
1 • The blocks may be placed on a bare roof or wrapped around a factory rack
crossbar. If foam is to be wrapped around a crossbar, the foam insert needs
to be cut out and removed with sharp blade or scissors.
2
• Clean the bottom anti-skid surface of the foam blocks and top of the vehicle
prior to loading kayak.

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3 • Attach foam blocks to bottom of kayak prior to loading on vehicle. Slide red straps through foam slots, around
kayak and tighten as shown. If the foam will be placed on a bare roof, leave inserts in foam and slide red straps
into cutouts around insert. Place kayak and foam blocks on top of vehicle with the rubber anti-skid surface fac-
ing down. Blocks should be placed close to the front windshield and rear window. Both blocks should be placed
on the roof, or attached to factory or aftermarket crossbars.
4 • Place blue strap across top of kayak not directly across kayak cockpit. Open vehicle doors and pull both ends of
one strap into the vehicle. Run one end of strap through the buckle and tighten firmly on inside of vehicle. If your
car has siderails, you may tie strap(s) to it instead.
5
• Secure front and rear of the kayak with the rope bow/stern tie-down and bumper hooks provided. Avoid running
safety lines across sharp edges or near the exhaust. Each black strap has a looped end which should be attached
to a bumper hook. The other ends should be looped through the kayak handles, buckled and tightened.
NOTE: Check all straps and tie-downs for tightness regularly.
6SUGGESTIONS
•Twisting the straps a few turns will help prevent strap vibration and noise at high speeds.
•To prevent vehicle damage with a boat on top, you may need to remove antenna from roof and use caution when opening hatchbacks.
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