Yakima EvenKeel User Manual

EvenKeel
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.
MINI
M
UM
CROS
SBAR SPREAD: 24”/61
CM
PLAIN
STRAP (2X)
BUCKLE
STRAP (2X)
EVENKEEL
SADDLE (4X)
HOOK (2X)
HEAVY DUTY
STRAP (2X)
PAD (4X)
SECURITY
SCREW (4X)
WRENCH (1X)
Plastic Tube (2X)
MAXIM
UM
BOAT W
EI
GHT: 80 LBS./36K
G

Yakima EvenKeel Specifications

General

Brand	Yakima
Model	EvenKeel
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Warnings

Installation and Usage Guide

Install Pads and Mount Saddles

Secure pads onto crossbars and place saddles onto the crossbar.

Secure Saddle Clamps

Close and fully tighten the saddle clamps around the vehicle's crossbars.

Install Remaining Saddles

Repeat the mounting and clamping procedure for the other saddles.

Optional Security Measure

Install security screws on saddles to deter theft.

Load Boat and Adjust Position

Place the boat onto the saddles and adjust saddle positioning for fit.

Tie Down Boat Securely

Secure the boat to crossbars using straps and attach straps to vehicle.

Final Strap Adjustments and Protection

Use plastic tubes for protection and adjust strap tension.

Pre-Drive Safety Checks

Test load movement and re-tighten straps if loose before driving.

Weight Limits and Capacity

Understand the total weight limits for the rack and load.