2. Attach the holder (2) to the rack frame and lock it.
Attention
Do not completely unscrew the nut (46).
At least one thread of the bolt (47) must protrude.
3. To increase the clamping force: Tighten the nut (46) (AF 13)
a quarter turn.
or
To reduce the clamping force: Loosen the nut (46) (AF 13) a
quarter turn.
4. Check the clamping force of the clamp (42), if necessary repeat
steps 2-4.
5. Insert the cover (43) into the twist grip (29).
The adjustment for the holder of the second bicycle is made in
the same way as for the holder of the first bicycle.
Folding the bicycle rack down and back up
again
Attention
Slowly fold the bicycle rack down, making sure that no persons
or objects are in the way.
People may be injured and objects may be damaged if they get
in the way.
Make sure the bicycle rack engages fully with both hooks and
that it locks when folded up, otherwise it could swing down
during a journey, injuring you or others and/or causing property
damage.
Folding the bicycle rack down
The bicycle rack can be folded down to load and unload the
vehicle.
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Press the foot lever (32) and pull the bicycle rack (1) down by
pulling on the rack frame (6) or on the frame of a mounted bicycle.
Attention
With the Uebler i21 cycle rack order no. 15920 (90° opening
angle version), the bicycle's handlebars may be placed on the
ground due to the greater opening angle. Damage may then be
caused to the handlebars. Remove the bicycle when opening
the rack if necessary.
Folding the bicycle rack back up
1
1. Fold the bicycle rack (1) back up so that both hooks (33) are
fully engaged and lock into the frame (34).
2. Shake the bicycle rack (1) to ensure that it is seated firmly.
If necessary, fold the bicycle rack (1) down and back up again.
Preparation before driving
Attention
Always check all screw connections and fastenings of the
bicycle rack and the bicycles after every assembly, before
every trip and at intervals during lengthy trips to make sure they
are sitting firmly, and retighten them if necessary.
Otherwise, the rack and the bicycles mounted on it may come
loose, injuring other persons or causing an accident.
Repeat this check at regular intervals depending on road
conditions.
Attention
Check that the lights are in perfect working order before each
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journey, otherwise accidents may occur.
Note
The number plate and the lights on the bicycle rack must not be
obscured.
If the bicycle rack is not fully loaded, make sure that:
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•
Unused holders are removed from the rack frame and stowed
safely in the luggage compartment
•
All keys are removed and kept in a safe place
•
The lashing straps on all the wheel rails are closed
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