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Terms of Service & Legal Notice

By visiting our site and/or purchasing products from Equator Auto, you engage in our "Service" and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions, including all additional policies referenced herein.

1. Governing Law

These Terms of Service and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by, interpreted, and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Queensland (QLD), Australia, and the Commonwealth of Australia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

2. Technical Specifications & Brand Clarification

We endeavor to present accurate product descriptions, amperage ratings, Working Load Limits, and pricing. Independent Automotive Hardware Brand Notice: Equator Auto is an independent designer and retailer of 4WD touring hardware, 12V electrical panels, and off-road recovery gear. Equator Auto is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Redarc, ARB, Rhino-Rack, Rola, Narva, Warn, Maxtrax, Toyota, Ford, Isuzu, or Nissan. Vehicle makes and rack systems referenced on our store are listed solely for physical T-slot bracket fitment, electrical circuit compatibility, and consumer guidance. Equator Auto reserves the right to correct any inadvertent inaccuracies at any time without prior notice.

3. 12V/24V Electrical Fusing, Roof Load Limits & Off-Road Recovery Safety Warning

CRITICAL 12V/24V CIRCUIT FUSING & FIRE PREVENTION WARNING: When installing auxiliary battery distribution panels, Anderson plug looms, or high-draw lighting circuits, ALWAYS disconnect the vehicle's negative battery terminal prior to installation. Every positive power cable exiting a starter or auxiliary battery MUST be protected within 300mm of the battery terminal by an appropriately rated MIDI/MEGA fuse or thermal circuit breaker matching the wire gauge capacity. Route cables through rubber firewall grommets and split-loom conduit away from hot exhaust manifolds to prevent insulation chafing and electrical fires. MANDATORY RECOVERY SAFETY WARNING (AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER GOODS SAFETY STANDARD): Off-road vehicle recovery involves extreme stored kinetic energy that can cause fatal injury if rigging fails. NEVER attach recovery straps or shackles to standard vehicle tow balls, tie-down loops, or unrated factory shipping hooks—connect ONLY to chassis-mounted, load-rated recovery points. Always drape a heavy recovery damper blanket over the midpoint of tensioned straps/winch lines, and keep all bystanders clear at a distance of at least 1.5 times the length of the stretched strap. Equator Auto is not liable for vehicle electrical fires caused by unfused wiring, roof damage from exceeding dynamic rack load ratings, or personal injury resulting from improper off-road recovery rigging.