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Yakima Boat Loader User Manual

Yakima Boat Loader
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1032499A-1/12
Boat Loader
The inside of your crossbar should
be free of heavy corrosion which
could prevent the extension from
operating smoothly.
IMPORTANT WARNING!
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL YAKIMA RACKS AND
ACCESSORIES BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY
ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER
ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN AUTOMOBILE
ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR TO OTHERS. YOU
ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SECURING THE RACKS
AND ACCESSORIES TO YOUR CAR, CHECKING THE
ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY
INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT,
WEAR, AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE
INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH
YOUR YAKIMA PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE
INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE
NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE NOT
THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION
PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT
INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER SUCH
AS A QUALIFIED GARAGE OR AUTO BODY SHOP.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
IF YOU NEED FURTHER
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Please contact your dealer or
call us at (888) 925-4621 or
(707) 826-8000, Monday
through Friday, 8:00am to
5:00pm Pacific time.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Yakima Products (“Yakima”) will repair or replace
merchandise which proves defective in materials and/or
workmanship. The limited warranty is effective for three
years from the date of purchase. The limited warranty is
applicable only if the Fit List and instructions are followed
and the products are used properly. If a customer believes
that a Yakima product is defective, the customer must
return it to an authorized Yakima dealer with proof of
purchase. Yakima will then issue authorization to the
dealer for the return of these products. If an article is
found to be defective upon inspection by Yakima, Yakima
will repair or replace the defective article at its discretion
without charge. The customer will pay freight to Yakima,
and Yakima will pay any applicable return freight.
Unauthorized returns will not be accepted. Normal wear
and tear of Yakima products or damage resulting from
misuse, accidents, or alterations are not covered by this
Limited Warranty.The purchaser acknowledges that
Yakima has no control over the attachment of its products
to vehicles or the attachment of items to the Yakima
products. Accordingly, Yakima cannot assume
responsibility for any damage to any property arising out
of the improper attachment or use of its products. In
addition, this Limited Warranty applies only to Yakima
products and not to other products used in conjunction
with Yakima products. This Limited Warranty is in lieu of
all other warranties, expressed or implied, and does not
cover consequential damages of any kind that may arise
from the use or misuse of any Yakima product.
Part 1032499 RevA
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Yakima Boat Loader Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandYakima
ModelBoat Loader
CategoryAutomobile Accessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Warnings and Limited Warranty

Critical Attachment Warnings

It is critical that all Yakima racks and accessories be properly and securely attached to your vehicle to prevent accidents.

Limited Warranty Information

Details the three-year limited warranty for defects in materials/workmanship and exclusions.

Technical Assistance and Replacement Parts

Contact information for technical assistance or replacement parts.

Install the Extension

Prepare Crossbar for Extension

Decide which bar to use, remove the end cap, and ensure sufficient crossbar length for the extension.

Q Tower User Instructions

Specific advice for Q Tower users regarding crossbar length and system reinstallation.

Insert and Secure Extension

Loosen the bar clamp, insert the extension, push the sand dollar disc, and tighten the clamp screw.

Adjust Extension

Loosen the knob to slide the bar, extend it away from the car, and then tighten the knob.

Loading the Boat

Protect Vehicle Surface

Protect the surface of your vehicle while loading the boat.

Work Boat onto Roof

Steps for working the boat onto the roof, emphasizing caution to prevent sliding or falling.

Secure Load and Final Checks

Retract and Secure Extension

Slide the extension back into the crossbar and tighten the knob securely.

Center Boat on Racks

Center the boat over the racks and follow accessory instructions to secure it to the vehicle.

Test Installation and Pre-Drive Checks

Test movement by rocking the boat and ensure all hardware is secure before driving.

Periodic Hardware Checks

Attachment hardware can loosen over time; check and tighten if necessary before each use.

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