Reese Explore 7452700 Owner's Manual

• Read, understand, follow and save all instructions before attaching and/or using product. NEVER allow anyone unfamiliar with these instructions to
use this product.
• Read, understand, follow and save all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the product(s) that this ramp will be used with.
• Failure to follow these warnings and instructions may result in property damage, serious bodily injury, and/or death.
• Extreme caution should be used when loading or unloading your equipment.
• Do not exceed the rated capacity of the ramp.
• Do not exceed the capacity of your loading surface (i.e. tailgate, bumper). If unknown, consult the manufacturer to find load capacities.
• Do not drive or ride any equipment up or down the loading ramp.
• Straps must be secured tightly to limit any movement of the ramp while loading or unloading. If loading or unloading from a vehicle/trailer, be sure the vehicle is
parked with emergency brake engaged and/or wheels are chocked and engine is off. If loading or unloading from a trailer, also make sure the trailer is properly
coupled to the tow vehicle.
• Never stand in the path of equipment when loading/unloading with the ramp, and keep bystanders away from the ramps.
• This ramp must be used on a level and stable surface.
• Do not step between rungs, this may cause a person to fall through and possibly result in serious bodily injury.
• Ramp surfaces may be slippery when wet or dirty.
• Ramps are intended for loading/unloading equipment onto a trailer or pickup truck. Do not use ramp sections as a ladder, bridge, scaffolding, or for any other
use.
• Keep body parts completely clear of the hinge pin area at all times.
• Do not attempt to load or unload power equipment with its engine running.
• Do not leave ramps unattended when attached. Someone not knowing the intended use may misuse the ramps or move the ramps which may cause
misalignment when returning to load/unload equipment.
• Do not cut, drill, weld or modify ramp sections. Any modifications to the ramp sections may cause them to become unstable. Never use ramp if there are any
broken, bent or worn parts.
• Ramp may scratch loading surface (i.e. tailgate, bumper, trailer, ground surface).
• Remove ramp from loading position before moving vehicle or trailer.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Center Fold Model Only (74543)
1. First, assemble the hinge bars to the
bottom ramp section using the
hardware (capscrew, washer and
locknut) provided, as shown in Fig. 1.
(Note: Only finger-tighten the
hardware at this time.) The washers
are used as spacers between the rail
and hinge bar. (Quantity 2 per side)
2. Next, assemble the top section to the
bottom/hinge assembly using the
hardware provided, as shown in Fig.
2. Again, the washers are used as
spacers between the rail and hinge
bar and under the nut and bolt heads.
(Quantity 3 per side)
3. Tighten all hardware to 25 – 30 in. lb
of torque. Use caution not to
overtighten. This may cause the side
rails to distort during assembly. (Note:
Fig. 2 is showing a pivot point. The
two ramp sections should fold up on
themselves without excessive force.)
7452700 Arched Ramp • 7453700 Straight Ramp • 7454300 Center Fold Ramp • 7454500 Heavy Duty Arched
Ramp • 7454600 Extra Wide Straight Ramp • 7454700 Tri-Fold Ramp • 9515000 Arched Center Fold Ramp
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
U.S. Patent No. 5,538,308 U.S. Patent No. 5,926,889
CONNECT RAMPS INSTRUCTIONS
Straight Ramp Models Only (74537, 74546)
Create bi-fold ramp by connecting 2 straight
ramps.
1. Insert shoulder rivets on right side of first ramp into lock
slot on left side of second ramp, as shown in Fig. 1. (Note:
There are connectors at top AND bottom of each ramp.)
2. Slide ramps to lock into place.
3. Slide ramps in reverse to unlock.
Fig. 1
Shoulder
Rivet
Cequent Consumer Products, Inc.
29000-2 Aurora Road • Solon, Ohio 44139
Questions?: 1-800-234-6992
ReeseBrands.com
Made in China • Hecho en China
U.S. Patent No. 7,100,231
Lock Slot