Saris 512, 525, 522, 524, 514 manual Check Carrier Straps & Stability, Limited Warranty

CHECK CARRIER STRAPS & STABILITY

Shown below are the different possible positions for mounting mens, womens, and non-traditional style frames.

Check Clearance. Bike must rest high enough to allow bike tires 12” minimum of ground clearance. It’s recommended to load smallest and lightest bikes last.

Heaviest bikes should be placed closest to the vehicle (35lbs. per bike maximum)

To use tilt and release features, remove cotter and clevis pins and tilt carrier away from vehicle. Note: Do not tilt carrier with bikes mounted.

Arms may be folded down when not in use. Pull pin on arm assembly, rotate arms down, and secure with pin and clasp.

CAUTIONS:

Cautions:

1)Read and follow instructions carefully. Save owner’s manual for future reference or parts information.

2)Be certain any future user of this carrier is aware of correct attachment and use.

3)Vehicle should be in good condition in the area at which the hitch is located. Refer to table on cover page for load capacities and limitations.

4)Make sure bike tires are not directly behind exhaust pipe.

5)Do not exceed maximum load capacity of the carrier.

6)This hitch mounted carrier is not recommended for off road use.

7)Do not mount on any type of trailer.

8)Do not take carrier through car wash.

9)Replace straps at the first sign of wear. Replacement parts are available by contacting Saris at (800) 783-7257.

10)It’s the consumers responsibility to ensure that the use of this rack complies with local regulations, regarding issues such as distance behind vehicle & partial covering of license plate and tail lights.

WARNING AND DISCLAIMER:

This carrier has been designed to carry bicycles on specific vehicles. Before installation, user must read and follow enclosed instructions. User must attach carrier correctly to the vehicle, check its attachment before each use, and inspect carrier parts for wear. Carrier's attachment to the vehicle is critical and beyond the control of the manufacturer. Manufacturer and seller expressly disclaim any and all liability for personal injury, property damage or loss, whether direct, indirect, or inciden- tal, resulting from the incorrect attachment, improper use, inadequate maintenance, or neglect of this carrier.

LIMITED WARRANTY:

Saris Cycling Group, Inc. ("Saris") warrants that your Saris product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for as long as you own the product. This warranty only extends to the original consumer buyer.This warranty does not apply to parts that have worn out through normal use or been damaged through misuse, abuse, neglect, accident or unauthorized modifications. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE BUYER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TIME THAT THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER BUYER OWNS THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied war- ranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. At its option, Saris will repair or replace, or refund the purchase price of, any Saris product which is defective or fails to conform with this warranty under normal use and service. To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective Saris Product or part, freight prepaid, to Saris at the address below. Please contact our customer service department prior to return to get a return authorization number. Repair or replacement of a defective Saris product or refund of the purchase price, shall be the sole remedy of the buyer under this warranty, and in no event shall Saris be liable for incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses. Some states do not allow the exclu- sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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