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Metal Clamp High 3 Bike Carrier
Fitting Instructions
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 THE SEPARATE
APPLICATION GUIDE TO
DETERMINE THE
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CORRECT FITTING KIT.
Made in the UK
Halfords Ltd, Washford
Redditch, B98 0DE
PI480-01
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SLIGHTLY
ABOVE
HORIZONTAL
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FITTING
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
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When carrying a second or third cycle, feed the RED straps around all
in the cycles falling off the carrier. To reduce obstruction from the
cycles frames, and fully tighten. Failure to use these straps will result
handlebars, alternate the direction of each cycle during loading.
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.
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.
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Special Recommendations
• Avoid any vehicle bodywork of insufficient
strength, trim and items such as aerofoils
or spoilers.
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• 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.
• IMPORTANT! Fabric straps should be
checked routinely for signs of wear and
abrasion, and any worn straps must be
replaced immediately.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
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.
• Do not exceed 45kg maximum load (3 adult
cycles) and 30kg max on saloon vehicles.
• 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.
• 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.
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• 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.
• Drive with care, the handling characteristics
of your vehicle will be affected when
carrying cycles, (e.g. cornering, braking,
side winds etc).
FOR REMOVAL
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• Retain these instructions for future
reference, ensure that any other users of
the cycle carrier are familiar with their
contents.
• All lengths are approximate.
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.
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REPEAT STEPS
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7
8
FOR RE-FITTING
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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