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Plain Strap (2X) 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.
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NOTE: Some smaller factory bars may require the short, black T-bolts SqUARE BAR included with this product. INSTALL BOWDOWN POSITION BOWDOWN ON VEHICLE Position BowDown on the crossbar. Position the tip of BowDown so that it protrudes slightly further than the crossbars.
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SET BOWDOWN TO BE VERTICAL If necessary adjust the waffle BowDown blocks. should be as 90° close to vertical as possible. If necessary adjust mounts. Blocks will self tighten when BowDown is tightened. SECURE BOWDOWN TO CROSSBAR 90° Close bail around crossbar, Push t-bolt to rest in slot.
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LOAd The bOAT— TIe IT dOWN WITh sTRAPs • Raise BowDown to upright position. • Tighten the red knob. Pass strap through loop at top of BowDown. LOAD BOAT. LOOP STRAP AROUND • Bring straps up and over boat. BOWDOWN POST.
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Strap outside of tower. Yakima part number 8005015 (sold separately). Use Strap Cap. Lines on adjustment knob and BowDown install sks loCks base must be aligned to lock the BowDown. aCCordinG to loCk instruCtions (Purchased separately). Align...
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Check straps periodically during travel and tighten if necessary. Replace any straps that are worn or frayed before using (see your yakima dealer). Now that you’ve installed your BowDown take a moment to enjoy your beverage of choice.
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