Tactik 92020-1000 User manual

Rooftop Cargo Carrier
Instruction Manual: #92020-1000 (10 Cubic Ft)
and 92020-1001 (18 Cubic Ft)
THIS ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER IS DESIGNED TO ATTACH/MOUNT TO THE ROOF OF THE
VEHICLE. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF THIS ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY TO ENSURE PROPER INSTALLATION ON YOUR VEHICLE AND SAFE USE OF
YOUR ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER.
THIS ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER ADDS SIGNIFICANT HEIGHT TO YOUR VEHICLE. BE
AWARE OF THAT DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT AROUND LOW CLEARANCE AREAS SUCH AS
LOW TREE BRANCHES, BRIDGES, HOME GARAGES, CAR WASHES AND PARKING GARAGES.
REMOVE THE CARGO CARRIER BEFORE ENTERING THOSE AREAS.

A FEW WORDS ABOUT PRODUCT SAFETY:
Your Tactik Rooftop Cargo Carrier is intended to enhance the utility and enjoyment of your vehicle. Before installation,
please review the following safety information and installation recommendations. Throughout these instructions
important safety information is generally preceded by one of the three signal words indicating the relative risk of
injury, property damage or adverse consequence.
The signal words mean:
A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY. YOU CAN BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY HURT IF YOU DON'T FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS.
CAREFUL ATTENTION IS REQUIRED TO THIS INSTRUCTION OR OPERATION BUT
GENERALLY DOES NOT RELATE TO PERSONAL INJURY. DAMAGE TO YOUR ROVE
PRODUCT OR OTHER PROPERTY MAY RESULT IF YOU DON'T FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN A MINOR OR
MODERATE INJURY. YOU CAN BE MODERATELY HURT AND ALSO MAY SUFFER PROPERTY
DAMAGE IF YOU DON'T FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN USAGE:
Congratulations on your purchase of the Tactik Rooftop Cargo Carrier. Your top-quality Rooftop Cargo Carrier mounts
directly to your properly weight-rated roof rack or aftermarket roof bars. When unpacking, check to make sure all parts
are included and not damaged due to shipping. If any part is missing or broken, please call Customer Service at 800-
745-6037 as soon as possible. Thank you again for your purchase.
INSTALL "CAUTION" (LOW CLEARANCE) REMINDER STATIC CLING DECAL ON REAR VIEW
MIRROR WHEN USING CARGO CARRIER.
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
ENSURE THAT ALL HARDWARE IS PROPERLY ATTACHED, TIGHTENED AND LOCKED PRIOR
USAGE. PERIODICALLY INSPECT HARDWARE TO ENSURE THEY ARE FASTENED SECURELY
AND PROPERLY TIGHTENED.
CHECK THAT BALE LATCH IS CLOSED AND SECURED. TEST THAT LID WILL NOT LIFT UP
WHEN PULLED. ALL FOUR LOCKS MUST BE ENGAGED (AND KEYS REMOVED) WHENEVER
THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
THIS ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER IS MOISTURE RESISTANT, BUT CONTENTS COULD
BECOME WET WHEN EXPOSED TO CERTAIN WEATHER ENVIRONMENTS. WE SUGGEST THE
USE OF DRY BAGS WHEN NEEDED.
HIGHWAY SPEEDS WITH AN EMPTY CARGO CARRIER IS DISCOURAGED. IF IT IS
UNAVOIDABLE, TAKE EXTRA PRECAUTIONS TO MAKE CERTAIN THE CARGO CARRIER IS
PROPERLY SECURED AND ATTACHED.
TO REDUCE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE: READ ALL SAFETY
MESSAGES AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURE NOTICES BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE THIS PRODUCT.
RISK OF EYE INJURY! SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES WHILE INSTALLING
OR MAINTAINING THIS PRODUCT. DO NOT USE IF DAMAGED.
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Put on safety glasses. Place the base on a flat surface.
Before placing the top on, make sure all four locks
are in the unlocked position. This is with the keyhole
in a vertical position and the latch in a straight down
position. Place and align the top shell on the base. The
top will overlap the base and slide over the lip of the
base. The latch of the lock should also be through the
corresponding slots in the base. (Fig 1)
BEFORE YOU USE
On top shell make sure all four cams are in the unlocked position and in slots. Note that the latch should go
completely through the slot in the ledge in the base. (Fig 2) The key can be inserted to turn and lock the cam in this
position. (Fig 3) At this point, lock one side of the cargo carrier so that the locks act as a hinge. Determine this by
deciding which side you prefer to load the cargo carrier and lock the two locks on the opposite side.
KIT CONTENT LIST:
A. Mounting Bracket (x4)
B. Knob (x8)
C. Mounting Back Plate (x4)
D. "CAUTION" (Low Clearance) Decal (x1)
E. Keys (x2)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
INSTRUCTIONS
FIG 2
FIG 1
FIG 3
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OPTIONAL TOOLS:
Drill
9/32" Drill Bit

If the cross rails on the vehicle are movable, set them at 24” apart measured from the center of the rail. (Fig 4) The
lower, more streamelined section of the cargo carrier is the front and should be pointed in the same direction as the
front of the vehicle. (Fig 5)
The cross rails on some vehicles are not adjustable and may require additional holes drilled into the bottom of the
cargo carrier to match the fixed position width. If holes need to be drilled, attach the base of the cargo carrier to the
rear cross rails first, using the predrilled holes and instructions in the following sections. There are drill marks set at 2”
apart. Measure and mark using the mounting back plate as a template for the hole positions.(Fig 6) Remove the base
from the roof to drill the holes. Use a 9/32” drill bit.
Note: This cargo carrier will fit multiple crossbar styles. Be aware of mounting location as it relates to rear hatch
opening for some vehicles. (Fig 7)
Front of Vehicle
FIG 4 FIG 5
FIG 6 FIG 7
24"
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Before mounting cargo carrier onto the roof rack of the vehicle, we will attach the internal uprights to the top of the
carrier. While holding the lid open, locate the closest upright on either the forward or rear internal surface. (Fig 8) Raise
the upright on front and rear ends and place the ball stud into the larger hole and slide into the locked position. On the
10 CU.FT model, there will only be one ball stud. Be sure to use the closest upright for the 18 CU.FT model (Fig 9).
Carefully, lift cargo carrier onto the roof rack trying to center it on the vehicle. From the bottom, slide the mounting
bracket around the rail and through both pre-drilled holes. (Fig 10) Slide the mounting plate over the threaded posts
inside the cargo carrier. (Fig 11)
FIG 8 FIG 9
FIG 10 FIG 11
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Thread knobs onto the threaded posts from the previous
step. (Fig 12) Do not fully tighten at this point. Repeat the
mounting bracket, mounting plate and knobs steps until
all four brackets, four mounting plates and eight knobs
are loosely in place. Look from the front and rear of the
vehicle and center the cargo carrier as needed. Tighten
all eight knobs evenly and securely.
Load the cargo carrier with gear. Proportionately
distribute the weight and do not exceed the maximum
allowed weight of either the cargo carrier or cross rails.
(Fig 13)
Close top lid by releasing the uprights and place the cam
locks into the slots. Lock and remove the key.
Place the bale latch on the front of the carrier onto the top ledge of the lid (Fig 14) and lower the lever to the closed
and locked position. (Fig 15) This will keep the front leading edge of the cargo carrier from rising from wind and
elements.
CONSULT YOUR AUTOMOBILE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR RECOMMENDED ROOF RACK LOAD
CAPACITY. THE CARGO CARRIER SHOULD NOT EXCEED A MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF 110 LBS.
OF EVENLY DISTRIBUTED CARGO TO BE TRANSPORTED IN THE CARGO CARRIER.
FIG 12
FIG 13
FIG 14 FIG 15
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Unlocked. (Fig 16) Locked. (Fig 17) Make sure to lock all locks and secure the bale latch prior to driving vehicle. Note
the number on the face of the lock and the key should be the same.
FIG 16 FIG 17
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Keys (x2) #92020.900X
Please specify the 3-digit lock and key code when ordering.
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Lock with 2 Keys #92020.910X
Please specify the 3-digit lock and key code when ordering.
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Replacement Mounting Hardware Pack #92020.9201
Includes Mounting Brackets (x4), Knobs (x8), Mounting Back Plates (x4), CAUTION Low Clearance Decal (x1)
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Replacement Bale Latch with Rivets #92020.9202
3-digit code
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