Stabilize the bike frame in the cradle.
Arrange
bikes for best
stabilization.
Pull straps
tightly over bike
frame, and hook
onto cradle.
Fold mast down to Access the rear:
• Unload the bikes.
• Pull release knob upward.
• Fold mast down.
• When finished be sure to bring mast
back to the upright and locked position.
CAUTION: Keep fingers away
from ALL moving parts!
CAUTION: NEVER OpERATE VEhIClE wITh DOUblEDOwN IN fOlDED pOsITION!
Fold carrier arms when not in use.
• Pull release lever forward.
• Pull up slightly on arms
while pulling lever.
• Fold arms.
perform safety checks
• Mast must be locked into place when operating vehicle.
• Be sure the straps are hooked securely over the bike frames.
• Replace straps if cracked or worn.
• Be sure all hardware is secured according to instructions.
• Do not let bicycle tires hang near vehicle's hot exhaust.
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The straps can be routed
under the cables.
pull
Load remaining bikes.
alternate bike
directions to avoid
interference.
Stabilize bike, secure
with straps.
• Use Long Strap to secure
bikes to mast.
• Secure loose strap end.
be sure arms
lock in down
position.
If yOUR VEhIClE hAs A
interference is unavoidable.
Use caution when opening
when loading 5 bikes,
frames may touch!
REAR hATCh:
on some vehicles, hatch
your hatch.