GENERAL REMARKS
01.Please read and observe the instructions carefully before you use the product, and keep them in a safe place for
future use. Check the part list after opening the package. Make sure that all the parts are fully assembled according to the
instruction before fitting it on your car.
02.The user is responsible for assembly and installation of this product, and the manufacturer disclaims any liability due to
improper fitting or use of the product.
03.Failure to properly install this bike carrier and/or the bikes may cause damage to the vehicle and/or the bikes, and may
result in personal injury.
04.Do not use this product for purposes other than those for which it is designed. Do not modify any components of the
product. Remove the carrier if not in use.
05.Do not use the carrier to carry more bikes than recommended. The weight of each bike cannot exceed 15kg/ 33lbs.
06.Do not install the bike carrier on trailers, campers, or RVs.
07.This bike rack is not intended for transporting tandem, or recumbent bicycles.
08.Do not transport bicycles with attached baby seats, panniers, wheel covers, full bike covers or motors.
09.Depending on the shape of your bicycle, TYGER cannot guarantee that it will fit properly on this carrier. You might
have to use the frame adapter for bicycle without top bar.
10.Fits 1 1/4" (3.2 cm) and 2" (5.1 cm) hitch receivers.
SAFE AND PROPER USE
01.Always use the safety strap to attach the bikes to the bike carrier.
02.Check that the hitch tube is properly fastened to the hitch receiver on the car.
03.Verify that the safety pin is always inserted in the pin hole when the bike carrier is in the vertical position.
04.Check if the distance from the exhaust pipe to the bicycle tires is safe for your bicycles or the straps of the carrier.
The heat of the exhaust could damage the bike or bicycle racks.
05.If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic tailgate opening system, disable this function when using the bike carrier,
and open the tailgate manually.
06.When loading the bicycles, remove all loose parts and accessories from bicycles (toolbars, baby carriers, pumps, etc.)
07.Always position the biggest/heaviest bike first and closest to the car, and then position the smaller bike after that.
08.The user is responsible for periodically verifying that all hardware, straps, knobs, hubs are securely tightened for safety
purposes.
09.You might have to use extra protections to protect the bikes and the tailgate from scratches.
10.The locks used on this rack are theft deterrent.
01.The bicycle rack increases the vehicle's length, and the bicycles may increase its width and height. Be aware of this
when passing through narrow or low clearance spaces and when reversing.Any loads exceeding the indicated dimensions
must nevertheless respect existing regulations and be properly strapped down.
02.The load of rack and bicycles will affect driving. Do not exceed the speed limit, and do not drive faster than
120 km/h (75 mph).
03.Drive slowly over speed bumps. Respect the speed limit, and adapt your speed to the condition of the road.
04.Off-road driving is not recommended and could result in damage to your vehicle, hitch receiver, bike carrier, or your
bikes.
05.If you hit a bump or a hole in the road, stop your vehicle and inspect the bikes and the carrier. If you notice anything
wrong, remove the bikes and do not use the bike carrier.
06.Make sure there is a safe distance between the bikes and the ground, especially when entering a driveway.
MAINTAINING YOUR BICYCLE RACK
01.Periodically inspect the product for signs of wear, corrosion, and fatigue.
02.Do not use the carrier with defective parts, contact the dealer to replace them before using it again.
03.Remove the product before entering an automatic car wash.
04.To keep your product in the best condition, it is recommended to remove the product from the car when not in use.
Please be advised that this product is not designed to resist extreme weather conditions, especially seacoast air.
05.Lubricate the bolts in order to avoid corrosion.
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