Swagman Chinook Mode D'assemblage

INSTRUCTION SHEET
PRODUCT: 64683 Chinook 2 Bike Platform Rack
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Assembly Instructions:
1. Remove main assembly from box.
2. For easier assembly, insert the main tube into your 2" Class 3 hitch.
3. Align the ratcheting upright bar assembly onto the center section of the main
assembly (Diagram 1). Position it so that it folds to the left side when viewing
from the back of the vehicle. This will allow for easier use of the ratchet hooks.
Secure with two 6mm x 70mm (A) carriage bolts, washers and nuts. Do not
tighten the bolts completely at this time.
4. The crossbars are in two pieces. You need to insert the male section into the
female section. Make sure that the small set screw holes at the ends of the
bars are both facing downward.
5. Insert the cross bar through the upright ratchet assembly. The square hole on
the bar should face up (Diagram 2). Insert one 6mm x 45mm (B) carriage bolt
through the cross bar and the bracket. Install the second bolt 6mm x 50mm (C)
through the side plate of the ratchet arm assembly (Diagram 3). Tighten all of
the bolts, including the ones on the upright ratchet arm.
6. Install one long hook and one short hook onto the upright ratchet arm
(Diagram 4). NOTE: the long hook goes on first. NOTE: depending on the bikes
you may have to install the short hook first and then the long hook.
7. Slide the wheel trays onto the cross bars (Diagram 5). The wheel trays should
be orientated so that the upsweep is facing inward and the buckles and knobs
are facing the back of the rack. Your bike size will determine the best position
for these 4 wheel holders. Review bike Installation for more details.
8. After all of the wheel trays are installed you will need to install the self taping
screws (G) into the underside ends of each crossbar (Diagram 5). NOTE: This
will prevent the wheel tray from sliding off if you forget to tighten the wheel
tray knob.
9. If the rack is to be used on 1-1/4" receiver you will need to remove the Allen
Bolt that holds on the spacers (Diagram 6). Use supplied Allen Key (D).
Installing the Chinook into your vehicle:
1. Insert the bike rack into the 2" or 1-1/4 " receiver. Install the 1/2" threaded
locking hitch pin (E) and tighten to 40 ft lbs. (very tight). Put on the lock head
(F) until it is securely attached (Diagram 7).
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PARTS LIST:
A
B
C
D
G
A 6mm x 70mm Carriage Bolts
B
6mm x 45mm Carriage Bolt
C
6mm x 50mm Carriage Bolt
D
Allen Key
E Threaded Hitch Pin
F
Lock Head
G
Self Taping Screws
E
F
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