EUFAB QUICK FIT PRO Operating Instructions Manual

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Contents Information on these mounting....................................................................................................................................... 3 Foreword.............................................................................................................................................................................3 Obligations regarding these mounting instructions.............................................................................................................3 Intended Use...................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Safety instructions ­ Explanation of categories............................................................................................................ 3 Scope of delivery.............................................................................................................................................................. 4 Technical data................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Coupling requirements.................................................................................................................................................... 4 Safety instructions........................................................................................................................................................... 5 Before first use................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Mounting of the registration plate on the bicycle carrier..................................................................................................... 6 Mounting of the bracket on the bicycle carrier....................................................................................................................6 Mounting and use............................................................................................................................................................. 7 Mounting the bicycle carrier on the trailer coupling............................................................................................................ 7 Mounting bicycles............................................................................................................................................................... 9 Tilting the bicycle carrier, access to the luggage space......................................................................................................11 Cleaning and care............................................................................................................................................................. 12 Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Adjustment of the quick release fastener............................................................................................................................13 Disposal............................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Contact.............................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Spare parts overview ­ Exploded drawing..................................................................................................................... 14 Spare parts overview ­ Table........................................................................................................................................... 15 Effective: 2018

Personal injury possible:

Instructions with the heading WARNING warn of a possible impending danger. Failure to avoid such danger could result in serious or even fatal injuries. Safety instructions ­ Explanation of categories In this manual, you will find the following categories of safety instructions: The safety symbol used does not replace the text of the safety message. Therefore, read the safety information and follow it exactly! Personal injury or material damage possible: Instructions under the heading CAUTION warn of possibly impending danger. Failure to avoid such danger may result in slight or minor injuries. The product or other nearby objects may be severely damaged. Personal injury or material damage possible: Instructions under the heading ATTENTION warn of a potentially harmful situation. Failure to avoid such situations may result in damage to the product or other nearby objects. Other information: Useful tip. Facilitates the operation or installation of the product or serves for better understanding. Information on these mounting instructions Information on these mounting instructions Preface These mounting instructions will help you with the • proper and • secure mounting of the QUICK FIT PRO bicycle carrier. Obligations regarding these mounting instructions Every person who • installs, • cleans or • disposes of this bicycle carrier must have read and understood the full content of this mounting manual. Always keep these mounting instructions at hand and in a safe place. In the case of the sale or transfer of this bicycle carrier, provide the mounting instructions. Intended use The QUICK FIT PRO bicycle carrier is used to transport a max. of two bicycles. It must be mounted on trailer couplings that meet the requirements that are described in the chapter "Coupling requirements". The permissible load capacity of the bicycle carrier must not be exceeded under any circumstances. Intended use also includes the observation of all information provided in these mounting instructions, particularly the observance of safety instructions. Any other use is considered improper and can lead to property damage or personal injury. Coast to Coast assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper use.

Personal injury through breakage of the trailer

coupling possible. The coupling could break if the bicycle carrier is mounted to a coupling made of too soft a material. • Only mount the bicycle carrier to a coupling of steel St52, grey cast iron GG52 or higher quality. • Never mount the carrier to a coupling made of aluminium, other light metals or plastic. Only mount the bicycle carrier to trailer couplings which have the following properties: Material: Minimum steel St52 or cast iron GG52 Material:.............. mind. Stahl St52 oder Grauguss GG52 D value:............................................................... ≥ 7,6 kN Observe the instructions from the coupling manufacturer. Coupling conditions Scope of delivery Carrier:....................................................QUICK FIT PRO Item no. QUICK FIT PRO:............................................350-20106 Material:....................................................................Steel Net weight:: for two bicycles ....................................................... 17 kg with extension for third bicycle.................................19 kg Load bearing capacity.:............................................60 kg The maximum load capacity of the bicycle carrier and the permissible load capacity of the trailer coupling joint must not be exceeded. The bicycle carrier and load must not exceed the permissible overall weight, or the permissible axle load of the vehicle. Scope of delivery / Technical data A = Bracket with two frame holders B = Bicycle carrier C = 2 keys D = Safety strap for bicycle frame E = 2 knobs F = 2 carriage bolts G = 2 washers Technical data

Personal injury or material damage due to

overloading. Exceeding the max. load capacity of the bicycle carrier as well as the permissible load on the coupling joint of the trailer coupling or the permissible overall weight can lead to serious accidents. • Observe the information on the max. load capacity, permissible coupling joint load and permissible overall weight of your vehicle. Never exceed these specifications. ATTENTION! Material damage caused by hot exhaust gases. Damage can be caused to the bicycle carrier or the bicycles if the the exhaust pipe is too close. • If necessary, use an exhaust deflector. ATTENTION! Material damage due to opening tailgate. The tailgate could hit against the bicycle carrier and be damaged. • Switch off the electric tailgate and operate them manually. • Fold down the bicycle carrier before opening the tailgate. WARNING! Personal injury or material damage possible due to protruding parts. Parts protruding beyond the edge of the vehicle or bicycle carrier can cause personal injury or material damage when driving. • Only mount parts that do not protrude beyond the edge of the vehicle. WARNING! Personal injury or material damage possible due to an unsecured/incorrectly mounted bicycle carrier. The moving parts of the bicycle carrier constitute a source of danger if not properly mounted. • Disassemble the bicycle carrier when not in use. WARNING! Personal injury or material damage due to loss of the bicycles. Driving without using the safety straps can lead to accidents. • Before the start of every trip, check correct and secure mounting of the straps around the bicycles and the U-bracket of the carrier (See Step 6, Section "Mounting bicycles"). • Before the start of every trip, check to see if the straps used are undamaged and not worn. • A damaged or worn strap must be replaced with an undamaged one before driving. NOTE European operating approval has been obtained for this bicycle carrier. This is supplied with the carrier and must be carried when using the carrier. WARNING! Personal injury or material damage due to changed vehicle driving characteristics. Driving with the mounted bicycle carrier will affect the driving characteristics of your vehicle. • Adjust your speed to the new driving characteristics. • Never drive faster than 130 km/h. • Avoid sudden or jerky steering movements. • Remember that your vehicle is longer than usual. Safety instructions Follow the mounting instructions exactly. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to personal injury and property damage. If you are not sure about correct mounting, ask your dealer or the manufacturer for further information. Neither the manufacturer nor dealer are liable for damages which are due to improper use or mounting. Check the bicycle carrier and the load regularly! You are required to do so and may be held liable in case of damage. Safety instructions

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