Fiamma VW T5 PRO Instructions De Montage Et Mode D'emploi page 15

CARRY-BIKE
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Read the following instructions and warnings carefully; failure to observe these installation and
usage instructions as well as the laws for driving in the relevant country may cause severe harm
or damage for which the manufacturer declines all responsibility. Before installation, ensure
compatibility with the vehicle on which the product must be installed.
Checking that the wall/rear door is suffi ciently solid and suitable for guaranteeing the resistance of
the anchoring points is always mandatory. If not, strength and compliance with the maximum load
indicated in the instructions are not guaranteed and it will be necessary to reinforce these points.
After having positioned the Carry-Bike on the rear axle of the vehicle, the normal weight
distribution on both axles would be modifi ed. This variation must not exceed the maximum
permissible axle load.
Never exceed the maximum permitted length and the total weight of the full-load vehicle.
Make sure that loading occurs following a correct weight distribution; it must be uniformly
distributed (the heaviest bike must be placed near the wall of the vehicle) to ensure better stability.
Always give warnings about the presence of the Carry-Bike on your vehicle, using a clearly signal
for leaning loads and, in case of limited rear visibiliy, use the additional rear-view mirrors.
Take into account the presence of the Carry-Bike, paying attention during driving and expecially
during reversing manoeuvres, particularly if you have parking assist system.
Always comply with speed limits and the Highway Code.
The speed should always be suitable to traffi c conditions and towed load.
In case of use of the bike carrier with tow make sure that the tow hook is always accessible and
the corner mobility of the tow is guaranteed (volume measuring din 74058).
Check periodically the bicycle rack to make sure it is fi rmly attached, especially during the fi rst
kilometers of after long trips to avoid damages of the Carry-Bike/vehicle. Make sure the belts are
not loose and that the holding brackets have not shifted. Replace worn components immediately.
Make sure that the support brackets are located where they cannot move or shift sideways.
They also must not touch the roof of the vehicle, the hinges and the corresponding bolts or
screws.
While assembling, pay attention not to close the rear door if screws and brackets of the
Carry-Bike are not tightened, the light sources could be damaged.
Make sure that, during roar door opening, the Carry-Bike and/or the Bike-Block do not touch the
roof of the vehicle (raised roof) and/or its opening systems (pop-up roofs).
During Carry-Bike installation, verify that there is enough distance between handlebars and/or
pedals and the vehicle's rear windows in order to avoid any damages of the window van; do not
leave accessories attached (bay seats, baskets, etc) because vibrations could disengage bikes.
In some cases, the rear windscreen wiper may not work due to the presence of bicycles. Be
aware of the brush radius before operating the windscreen wiper.
On this type of Carry-Bike, bike covers are not allowed (Bike Cover).
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