Halfords hi 3 bike instructions 6/8/07 12:05 PM Page 7

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The cycle frame locators can be adjusted to best suit the angle of

IMPORTANT: Do not open your boot/tailgate with the loaded cycle

ladies’ and children's etc, cycle frames. A FALSE cross bar is

carrier attached.

available, for the easy mounting of full suspension and low cross bar

 

cycle frames.

 

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1

3

FOR REMOVAL

2

When removing the carrier from your vehicle (1) release both carrier

CAUTION Make sure the carrier is fully supported during removal,

clamping levers. (2) Unhook the feet from the bottom of the tailgate.

taking care not to damage paintwork.

(3)Unhook the metal clamp straps from the top edge of the tailgate.

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REPEAT STEPS

6 7 8

FOR RE-FITTING

Special Recommendations

Avoid any vehicle bodywork of insufficient strength, trim and items such as aerofoils or spoilers.

IMPORTANT! Fabric straps should be checked routinely for signs of wear and abrasion, and any worn straps must be replaced immediately.

After driving for a few miles STOP and check that the carrier is secure and tight. If necessary, re-tighten the carrier. This must be repeated at suitable intervals depending on the nature of the road.

Do not exceed 45kg maximum load (3 adult cycles) and 30kg max on saloon vehicles.

To ensure full compliance with the road traffic regulations, the use of lighting board/number plate is required if your vehicle’s existing lighting/number plates are obscured by the use of the carrier.

Drive with care, the handling characteristics of your vehicle will be affected when carrying cycles, (e.g. cornering, braking, side winds etc).

Retain these instructions for future reference, ensure that any other users of the cycle carrier are familiar with their contents.

The carrier may obstruct the rear window wiper of your vehicle. DO NOT operate the wiper with the carrier fitted. (HINT) Remove fuse for extra safety.

When positioning cycles on the carrier ensure that they do not project beyond the profile of the vehicle and that no part of any cycle can touch the paintwork.

The use of rear mounted cycle carriers may be restricted in certain countries. Always check with the relevant national tourist authorities prior to commencing your journey.

Use cloth or foam padding to prevent abrasion damage occurring between the frames of your cycles, or from contact between the cycles and the cycle carrier. Halfords foam pad cycle protectors are available.

Care must be taken when positioning and loading the cycle carrier to avoid placing cycle tyres near the exhaust, and to ensure that a satisfactory ground clearance is maintained between the cycles and the road. Extra care should be taken when negotiating rough road surfaces, humps and ferry ramps.

All lengths are approximate.

Once you have set up the carrier for your first use, all adjustments can remain in position.

When re-fitting, refer back and repeat steps 6, 7 & 8 until firmly fixed in all directions.

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