Sears 300.7271 Instruction Sheet

INSTRUCTION SHEET
ASSEMBLY OF CAR-TOP CARRIER
MODEL300.7271 (18 CU. FTi)
PA S UST I
DESCRIPTION PART NO. QUAN,
Hardshell Top (18 cu. ft.) WA 1
Hardshell Bottom N/A 1
Master Parts Bag 04870 1
M&=_J?,BJ_L_=_ O487O
Garnlock with Keys 03807 (R) 2
Lock Bracket 00841 (M) 2
Lock Locator 03808 (S) 2
Snap Latch 03347 (P) 2
Support Assembly 03810 (O) 2
Foam Gasket 01315 (A) 1
Instruction Sheet 04857 1
Small Parts Bag 04864 1
Large Flat Washer 00070 (G) 8
1/4"Flatwasher 00017 (Hi 2
Small Flat Washer 03668 (B) 4
1/4" x 20 Plastic Insert Nut 00115 (J) 10
1/4" :( 20 x 5/8" Screw 04103 (E) 6
IMPORTANT - MUST READ BEFORE ASSEMBLING
Before assembling and installingthe canJer please carefully r_d.
the guidelinesfor Installationand use of the carder below. Proper
assembly and installation of the carrier Is the customers'
responsibility.The mar_ufa(;turer's warranty is limited to the repair
or replacement of a defective €an'let. Damage to the vehicle, 'tl_
carrier'scontents, or to any person or property Is excluded,
No more than 100 pounds of evenly distributed weight should
ever be transported In the carrier.
Do not travel with an empty carder at speeds over 40 MPH. Keep
a minimum of 50 Ibs. in the carrier at higher speeds to ayold
undesirablewind effects. It is recommended to remove carrier,
from vehicle when not in use.
All Carrier hardware and straps must be firmly attached. When
traveling, periodically check all hardware and straps to assure'it'
is fastened securely. Each time the carder is installed che_:l_:
hardware and straps for sign of corrosionor excessive wear.
When using carrier the front and rear back latches must
i_e
closed, and the two locks must be locked and the keys
removed. Then locking carrier be sure latches on upper.
hardshell are engaging brackets on lower hardshell beam
turning key, Top hardshlHI will not pull up from lower
hard.shell when carrier Is properly locked,
The carrier is water resistant, not waterproof. Always protect
centents accordingly.
Do NOT place valuable or fragile items in the carrier. Sudden
stops may cause contents to shift, possible damaging "valual_e
or fragile items, The carder is not designed to be accident or
theft proof,The manufacturer and retailer cannot be held 1
responsible for damage to or theft of carder's eontsnts,
1/4"x 20 Universal Drive Screw 03948 (F) 4
#10-24 x 5/8" Screw
01010 (D) 4
#10-24 Plastic Insert Nut 00764 (I) 4
PRE-ASSEMBLEO ON CARRIER AT FACTORY.
Hinge 03396 (L) 2
PARTS AVAILABLE
sheet for tuture
laeement parts,
Replacement I
Parts Depa_
(800) 366-7278
Save this instrUctionsheet for tuture reference
when ordering replacement parts, Refer to
Model 300,72"Z_1. Replacement parts are
available through.Sears Parts Department.
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- INSTALLATION OPTIONS -
I. I
• If you intend to attach the Carrier to a vehk;le by using, ,
| mounting hooks, boa the mounting hooks and 7228 strop:.' J
I
kit are purchased separately. See Application Chart on store'
I
i displayfor specificvehiclefltment, i
• • If you intend to attach the Carrier to a vehicle with a ,
I factory
installed or aftermarket roofrack, you must
purchbse. I
the U-Bolt Kit #7215 separately. See application
Chart .on I
; store display for specific
vehicle fitment. Roof racks must
'=
| have a capacity ot at least 150 Ibs. Consult your owner's I
• manual for capacity
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MFG. By KAF_ 3737 NORll-L ACO_ AVENUE FRANKLIN PARK, iLLiNOIS 60131 1-_30-Y..A_RITE PART NO. 041_1o*7 MARCH, 2000