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REAR CYCLE CARRIER - BC2085
Thank you for purchasing your cycle carrier.
Please read this leaflet carefully and retain for future reference.
THIS LEAFLET CONTAINS:
1. General Information and Warnings
2. Parts list.
3. Assembly instructions.
4. Fitting of the carrier to your vehicle.
5. Loading bikes onto the carrier.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION AND WARNINGS MUST BE READ
1.1
This carrier has been designed and manufactured to attach securely to a variety of vehicles. The attachment of this
carrier to a vehicle is safety critical and beyond the control of the manufacturer. The user must therefore ensure that
the cycle carrier is suitable for use with their particular vehicle and that both carrier and cycles are securely and safely
attached to the vehicle.
1.2
Roof or boot spoilers and plastic trims may prevent the correct fitting of the cycle carrier as straps and carrier
framework should not be in contact with them when fitted.
1.3
For hatchback vehicles with glass to the top of the hatch an adaptor kit with Foam Puller bars must be used (not
included in this kit).
1.4
During your journey, frequently check the tension of carrier fixing straps and the security of the cycles carried.
1.5
Secure cycles to the carrier using straps or rope (not supplied). Ensure that bicycles do not come into contact with the
vehicle bodywork and provide protection as required.
1.6
Drive carefully, be aware of cross winds, avoid sudden braking or hard cornering, reduce speed accordingly when
using the carrier.
1.7
Remove any loose objects from the cycles carried i.e. pumps, bottles etc.
1.8
The rear windscreen wiper (if fitted) may be obstructed by the cycle carrier, do not use.
1.9
Every time before use, check the carrier for the security of fittings or any sign of wear and tear. Replace any worn or
damaged parts.
1.10 If possible avoid any protrusions beyond the side of the car as these may present a risk of injury to passers - by. Under
any circumstances the load should not protrude more than 40cm to the side of the rear lights.
1.11 Should your rear lights or number plate be obscured when carrying cycles, an auxiliary lighting board and number plate
must be provided. Lighting boards and wiring systems are specifically designed for this purpose.
1.12 The maximum carrying capacity of this product is
3 cycles not exceeding a total of 45Kg
. Check the weight of your
cycles, a typical mountain bike may weigh 16Kg. Check the vehicle
manufacturer’s specification to ensure that you do
not overload the rear hatch or door.
1.13 If towing a trailer with the carrier fitted, ensure that sufficient clearance exists between the draw bar and cycles to allow
for manoeuvring.
1.14 This carrier is designed for temporary use only; remove when not in use or before going through a car wash.
KEEP THIS LEAFLET IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE
2. PARTS LIST
1 x Carrier, 6 x Straps
3. ASSEMBLY
The Cycle Carrier comes ready assembled, you only need to open the clamshell clamps by lifting the clamping handle
Diag. 3
unfold and adjust the carrier frame to fit the car
Diag. 2.
Rotate the cycle holding cradles into position on the cycle support
arms.
No tools are required.
If at any time straps are detached from the carrier, they must be
rethreaded as shown in
Diag. 1.
The loose end of the strap being
threaded through from the rear of the buckle as illustrated.
The spring loaded catch must be pressed into the buckle to release the
strap. Pulling the loose end of the strap through the buckle should easily
adjust the strap length. To release the straps, press the cam
(A)
into the
buckle as shown in
Diag. 1.
(A)
Diag. 1
