Halfords Hi 3 Bike Instructions Rack Metalclamp909903

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Made in the UK

Halfords Ltd, Washford

Redditch, B98 0DE

PI480-01

Metal Clamp High 3 Bike Carrier

Fitting Instructions

REFER TO THE SEPARATE

APPLICATION GUIDE TO

DETERMINE THE

CORRECT FITTING KIT.

Please follow instructions carefully to ensure the safety of yourself and other road users.

The initial assembly and fitting of this carrier will take approximately 15 minutes.

Before you begin:

•Under no circumstances should this carrier be fitted to your car unless it is adjusted to

the exact settings specified in the enclosed vehicle application list. This carrier must

not be fitted to any vehicle not listed. If in any doubt ask in store.

•Due to the construction of boot lids we recommend only two cycles be carried on saloon

cars with this carrier

•Make sure all parts are included in the package.

•Ensure that the vehicle boot lid/rear bumper are free from dirt and grime.

Kit Contents

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REFER TO

APPLICATION

GUIDE

Adjuster Plate

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Position the assembled carrier on a clean surface as illustrated.

(1) Release the 2 adjuster levers and (2) rotate the cycle support arms

through 90º and lock in position. The quick release action should be

firm for both opening and closing. The tension may be set by releasing

the handles and turning clockwise. (3) Rotate the bottom feet 180º as

shown.

(1) Release the two carrier clamping levers and (2) turn the handles

anti-clockwise until the angle adjusters are fully opened,

(approx 40 turns).

Rotate the large black angle adjusters upwards, ensuring a minimum of

45mm of screw is visible between the angle adjusters and the main

carrier frame.

Refer to the enclosed application list to find the correct angle for the

vehicle support arm for your car. Insert the bolts from the outside

faces in the specified holes A, B, C, D, E, F or G.

Fit the thumb screw nuts to the inside face of the angle adjusters,

making sure the bolt passes through the vehicle support arm.

Refer to the enclosed application list to find the correct metal strap for

your car. Refer to the enclosed application list to find the correct

clamp bolt hole for your car. Insert the bolts, from the outer faces,

through the metal clamps and the vehicle support arm.

Fit the thumb screw nuts on the inside of the vehicle support arm.

Refer to the enclosed application list to find the correct position for the

extendible feet X, Y or Z. Insert the bolts from the outside faces, fit the

thumb screw nuts to the inside of the carrier frame.

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45mm

INITIAL PREPARATION CARRIER SET-UP

DO NOT PROCEED ANY FURTHER UNTIL STEPS 1 + 2

HAVE BEEN COMPLETED CORRECTLY

DO NOT USE ANY HOLE SETTINGS OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED FOR YOUR VEHICLE MAKE AND MODEL.

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REFER TO

APPLICATION

GUIDE

Strap Location

180°

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REFER TO

APPLICATION

GUIDE

Strap Selection

REFER TO

APPLICATION

GUIDE

Lower Mount

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(1) Before offering the carrier to your vehicle ensure the rear

window/bodywork and rubber feet on the vehicle support arm are

clean and free of dust. (2) For most vehicles it will be necessary to

pre-bend the plain flat section of the metal straps. (3) Offer the carrier

to the vehicle and hook the metal straps over the top edge of the

tailgate of your vehicle. Ensure that the rubber protective sleeves are

positioned to avoid any abrasion of the metal straps on the paintwork

of the vehicle.

Hook the feet under the bottom of your tailgate. In some cases it

may be necessary to slightly open the tailgate to enable the feet to

hook on.

Ensure that both carrier clamping levers are in the closed position.

Progressively tighten the levers on both sides of the carrier by turning

them clockwise. When the resistance to turning starts to increase

check the security of the carrier. Continue gradually tightening both

levers until the carrier is firmly fixed in all directions.

SLIGHTLY

ABOVE

HORIZONTAL

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Reposition the cycle support arm so it is positioned slightly above

horizontal.

Position your cycle(s) into the saddle area of the frame locator. Pass

the webbing strap over the frame of the cycle and thread through the

metal loop. Pull the strap back tightly and press the hook and loop

fastener to secure.

Note: there must be a minimum 45mm of overlap (See Diagram). If

the straps supplied with this product are not suitable, longer straps

are available as an accessory. Please contact your nearest Halfords

store.

IMPORTANT: Use the red webbing straps to secure the cycle frame

to the carrier. Failure to use these straps will result in the cycles

falling off the carrier

When carrying a second or third cycle, feed the RED straps around all

cycles frames, and fully tighten. Failure to use these straps will result

in the cycles falling off the carrier. To reduce obstruction from the

handlebars, alternate the direction of each cycle during loading.

FITTING

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CAUTION: After the cycles are securely located on the carrier it is important to re-

check the security of the carrier. If required, the clamping levers should be further

tightened until the carrier is firmly fixed in all directions.

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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.

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

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

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

cycle frames.

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

carrier attached.

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

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

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

CAUTION Make sure the carrier is fully supported during removal,

taking care not to damage paintwork.

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.

FOR RE-FITTING

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FOR REMOVAL

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REPEAT STEPS

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