Important Guidelines - Yakima KingJoe Pro 2/3 Manual Del Usuario

MAINTENANCE:
use non-water-soluble lubricant on
screws. Use a soft cloth with water and
mild detergent to clean plastic parts.
CAUTION! BEFORE EACH USE:
• MAke sure suPPort ArM knoB, AnD slIDInG
ARM KNOB ARE TIGHT.
• CheCk strAP tensIon oFten AnD tIGhten
WITH EACH NEW LOAD.
• keeP BICYCle tIres AnD strAPs AWAY FroM
VEHICLE'S EXHAUST.
• neVer DrIVe oFF-roAD WIth BICYCles loADeD.
• You Must tIGhten strAPs AFter loADInG
BIKES.
• FAIlure to CheCk AnD tIGhten strAPs CAn
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY, OR DEATH.
Read the Installation Cautions that apply to your car...
Rear Window Wiper
• Wiper may not be usable while
carrier is installed. Do not allow
wiper to contact any part of this
carrier, at any time.
Vehicles with a Spoiler
• If any part of the carrier contacts
the spoiler, do not use this
product.
Spoiler Gap
• SUV's, vans, and wagons with
a gap between the rear spoiler
and rear window or hatch must
route upper straps under the
spoiler when possible. Do not
allow straps to contact spoiler.
WARNING: Be sure all hardware is secured according to instructions. Attachment
hardware can loosen over time. Check before each use, and tighten if necessary.
K E E P
1033584C-10/30
Glass/Plastic Hatches
• If upper or lower hooks must
attach to glass or plastic, follow
instructions to use Glass Hatch
Adapters (included).
Convertibles
• Do not allow the upper frame
of the carrier to rest on car
convertible top.
• Do not raise or lower top while
carrier is installed.
T H E S E
REMOVE BIKE RACK BEFORE
ENTERING AN AUTOMATIC CAR WASH.

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES:

• Certain automotive aftermarket products
such as spoilers, antennae, etc. may
prevent attachment of the carrier.
• excessive tightening of the strap may cause
damage to softer body materials.
• not recommended for tandems or
recumbents.
• Do not install onto trailers, campers, or rVs.
• never open trunk/hatch with carrier installed.
Opening the hatch or trunk with carrier
installed could cause damage to the vehicle.
• replace any of the straps that appear worn
or frayed (contact your dealer).
I N S T R U C T I O N S !
CAUTION
Tight Seams
• on some vehicles the trunk/hatch
seams may be too tight to easily
insert hooks. Slide hooks from
outside edge of trunk/hatch to
appropriate location. If still too
tight, open trunk/hatch, insert
hooks, and close very carefully to
avoid damage.
• Make sure trunk/hatch is
securely closed before continuing
installation.
Soft Attachment Points
• excessive tightening of the straps
may cause damage to softer body
materials.