PROPOINT HEADACHE RACK User manual
V1.0 8819443
Please read and understand all instructions before use. Retain this
manual for future reference.
USER MANUAL
HEADACHE RACK
8819443 HEADACHE RACK V1.0
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SPECIFICATIONS
Width
2-1/16 in.
Length 6-1/2 ft
Height 27-5/8 in.
Material Steel
Colour/Finish
Powder Coat
Mounting Bolt-on
Adjustment Range (in.)
62 to 74 in.
INTRODUCTION
The Headache Rack has 2 in. wire screen that protects your cab
window from damage from a loose load, without impairing visibility.
SAFETY
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using
this tool. The operator must follow basic precautions to reduce
the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or
inspection and maintenance instructions.
HAZARD DEFINITIONS
Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this
manual. A notice is an alert that there is a possibility of property
damage, injury or death if certain instructions are not followed.
DANGER! This notice indicates an immediate and specific
hazard that will result in severe personal injury or death if the
proper precautions are not taken.
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WARNING! This notice indicates a specific hazard or unsafe
practice that could result in severe personal injury or death if
the proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION! This notice indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if proper
practices are not taken.
NOTICE! This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe
practice will result in equipment or property damage, but not
personal injury.
WORK AREA
1. Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area
clean, well-lit and free of distractions. Place lights so you
are not working in a shadow.
2. Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety
equipment away from the work area.
3. Store tools properly in a safe and dry location. Keep tools
out of the reach of children.
PERSONAL SAFETY
WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by
the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or American
National Standards Institute (ANSI).
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
1. Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and
side protection for the eyes. Eye protection equipment
should comply with CSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards
based on the type of work performed.
2. Wear the appropriate type of full-face shield in addition to
safety googles, as the work can create chips, abrasive or
particulate matter.
3. Wear gloves that provide protection based on the work
materials or to reduce the effects of tool vibration.
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3.1 Do not wear gloves when operating a tool that can
snag the material and pull the hand into the tool.
4. Wear protective clothing designed for the work
environment and tool.
5. Non-skid footwear is recommended to maintain footing
and balance in the work environment.
6. Wear steel toe footwear or steel toe caps to prevent a foot
injury from falling objects.
7. Wear the appropriate rated dust mask or respirator.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Control the tool, personal movement and the work
environment to avoid personal injury or damage to the tool.
1. Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medications.
2. Avoid wearing clothes or jewelry that can become
entangled with the moving parts of a tool. Keep long hair
covered or bound.
3. Do not overreach when operating the tool. Proper footing
and balance enables better control in unexpected situations.
SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to the
tool safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly,
you can suffer serious personal injury.
1. Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for
a specific function. Do not modify or alter this tool or use it
for an unintended purpose.
2. Do not use the tool if any parts are damaged, broken or
misplaced. Repair or replace the parts.
2.1 Check the weld points for cracking or metal fatigue.
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3. The rack is heavy. Seek assistance when carrying or lifting
the rack during installation or assembly.
4. Check all bolts and connections for tightness daily. Tighten
the bolts when necessary.
UNPACKING
WARNING! Do not operate the tool if any part is missing.
Replace the missing part before operating. Failure to do so
could result in a malfunction and personal injury.
Remove the parts and accessories from the packaging and inspect
for damage. Make sure that all items in the parts list are included.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Numbered references in parenthesis (#1) refer to the included
Parts List.
Installation of the headache rack requires drilling a bolt hole
into the truck bed rim to secure the rack. Verify there are no
hidden wires or structures in the area adjacent to the front
pocket stakes.
1. Lay the rack (#2) flat with the width adjusting slots (#13)
face up.
2. Insert the side bracket (#3 and #11) into the rack. The bolt
holes must be visible through the width adjustment slots
(#13). See Parts Breakdown for orientation.
3. Slide an M12 lock washer (#10) over each of the four
M12x30 flat hex bolts (#9). Screw two bolts into each side
bracket. Do not fully tighten to allow the braces to slide.
4. Insert the end caps (#1) into the upright openings.
5. Place the rack onto the truck with the assistance of
another person. Have that person hold the rack in place
during installation.
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6. Extend the right side bracket out beyond the truck wall.
7. Slide an M12 lock washer (#5) and an M12 flat washer (#6)
over an M12x75 flat head hex bolt and drop it into the front
slot of the side bracket.
8. Screw a U-clamp (#8) onto the bolt. Make sure the clamps
flanges are facing up.
9. Lift the rack slightly and push the side bracket in until the
U-Clamp is above the truck’s stake pocket hole. Align the
U-clamp with the hole and lower the rack until it is seated.
10. Reach under the truck bed’s rim and turn the U-clamp 90°.
Hold the clamp in this position while you tighten the bolt.
Do not tighten fully yet.
11. Repeat steps 5 to 9 with the left bracket.
12. Centre the rack between the brackets, then tighten the rack
and clamp bolts with a wrench.
13. Use the second bracket bolt hole as a guide and drill a new
bolt hole with a 1/2 in. a cobalt twist bit. Repeat with the
other bracket.
14. Slide an M12 lock washer (#5) and an M12 flat washer (#6)
over an M12x75 flat hex bolt (#4). Drop this bolt through
the new bolt hole created in step 13.
15. Position the flat bracket (#7) over the protruding bolt
beneath the rim. Hold the bracket in place while screwing
the bolt into it. Tighten with a wrench. Repeat with the
other bracket.
16. Repeat steps 14 and 15 with the other side.
17. Recheck the tightness of all bolts to ensure the rack is
properly installed.
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CARE & MAINTENANCE
1. Maintain the tool with care. A tool in good condition is
efficient, easier to control and will have fewer problems.
2. Inspect the tool components periodically. Repair or replace
damaged or worn components. Only use identical
replacement parts when servicing.
3. Maintain the tool’s labels and name plates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing, contact
Princess Auto Ltd. for replacements.
WARNING! Only qualified service personnel should repair the
tool. An improperly repaired tool may present a hazard to the
user and/or others.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the tool does
not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so,
have a qualified technician service the tool.
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PARTS BREAKDOWN
PARTS LIST
#
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1 End Cap 2
2
Rack Frame
1
3 Right Side Bracket 1
4
M12x75 Flat Head Hex
Bolt
4
5 M12 Lock Washer 4
6
M12 Flat Washer
4
7 Flat Clamp 2
8
U-Clamp
2
9 M12x30 Flat Hex Bolt 4
10
M12 Lock Washer
4
11 Left Side Bracket 1
12
Anchor Hole
-
13 Width Adjustment Slot -
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