Witter ZX404 Assembly And User Instructions Manual Download Page 4

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! Attach packer plate if using bottom 

  holes.

! Do not attach packer plate if using 

  top holes.

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To gain sufficient clearance

to open the tail-gate whilst

the carrier is tilted, lower the

carrier by using the upper

holes in the base plate.

Secure wheels into the wheel locators by feeding the strap into the buckle

and pulling down until tight. Note: To release the strap push in the strap 

retainer lever on the buckle.

How to operate ratchet straps and ratchet cycle arm clamps:

IMPORTANT: 

Ensure the strap is routed 

through the side aperture 

into the ratchet buckle.

                               

Continue to pump lever until the strap is tight against the cycle tube.

How to 

Tension

 cycle clamp arms with ratchet levers:

Push strap into

ratchet buckle.

Lift lever

Do not force lever !

On smaller diameter frames, take care that 

the rubber protector does not interfere with 

the operation of the ratchet system. 

It maybe necessary to trim the rubber 

to suit your frame size in this case.

Trim this area to

reduce length.

Do not over tighten !

Summary of Contents for ZX404

Page 1: ... function correctly Ensure that the bike rack is fitted correctly on the cycle carrier base plate and that the bikes are secured as instructed When on the road respect the highway code speed limits and pay attention to the road conditions to prevent jolts Be aware that the loaded bike rack may change the driving characteristics of the car while braking during windy conditions and whilst cornering ...

Page 2: ... should operate smoothly and the latch should be able to click securely back into its engaged position If this is not the case then the adjustment screws may have been over extended and should be backed off to allow full smooth latch operation Maintenance It is important to maintain the cycle carrier in a safe condition for use Periodically check the carrier and ensure the bolts and fixtures are t...

Page 3: ...elease handle with your foot To avoid injury or damage this operation of tilting the bike rack should be carried out with assistance To close the bike rack lift until the release handle and mechanism click and engage securely in the transit position The Tilt mechanism indicator must show Green before you commence your journey transit position release position CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN TILTING THE CA...

Page 4: ...er lever on the buckle How to operate ratchet straps and ratchet cycle arm clamps IMPORTANT Ensure the strap is routed through the side aperture into the ratchet buckle Continue to pump lever until the strap is tight against the cycle tube How to Tension cycle clamp arms with ratchet levers Push strap into ratchet buckle Lift lever Do not force lever On smaller diameter frames take care that the r...

Page 5: ...e that the cable to the socket is not stressed or pulled too tight Note Discard removed bolts washers and nuts from electrical socket Use the new longer bolts and Nyloc nuts provided 214Nm page 12 page 5 bike 1 bike 2 bike 3 Cycle Support Frame bike 4 bike 1 bikes 3 4 ...

Page 6: ...ocators using the straps Pull down on the strap until tight Bike 4 Fits in the outer locators this should be the smallest lightest bike using the bike to bike clamp arm attached to the bike frame from the previous bike frame Ensure the adaptor is positioned correctly for both the plug and socket K Check all fixtures and bolts M L J Attach the 13 pin plug into the vehicle 13 pin electrical socket I...

Page 7: ...or whilst driving page 10 page 7 Slide 2 bolts into the T channel to the positions shown A A A Note You may need to tilt the platform to gain better access to some of the bolts underneath Mount the lighting board to the carrier using bolts x 2 M6 x 75 B Secure the lightboard to the carrier with bolts B placing a washer at the top and bottom B Tighten the Nyloc nut to 4 Nm Push the plastic end caps...

Page 8: ... channels Ensure wires are not trapped Mount number plate frame using screws ST Support Frame Tube Support Frame Tube Attach the clamp arms to the carrier support frame Place nut within the Thumb nut wheel Push nut in tight to prevent the nut falling out on approach to the clamp fixture bolt Attach the protective rubber to the clamp arms as shown Ensure the rubber does not impede the safe operatio...

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