Thule Arcos 906501 Instructions página 12

D.5 Carriers fitted with a lock must always be
in the locked position. The keys must be
removed and kept inside the vehicle during
transport.
D.6 Be aware that the vehicle's driving
characteristics and braking behaviour
(including in curves) might change and
that the vehicle might become vulnerable
to side winds when the carrier is fitted.
D.7 Depending on the carrier model, the car's
tail lights can be obstructed. If that is the
case and if the carrier does not already
have integrated rear lights, an external light
board must be fitted.
D.8 An additional number plate might be
required. This should be attached to
the appropriate part of the carrier in
accordance with local laws.
D.9 The vehicle's speed must always be
adjusted to the load being carried and
the current driving conditions, such as the
road type, road quality, wind conditions,
traffic intensity and applicable speed limits,
but must under no circumstances exceed
130 km/h. Applicable speed limits and
other traffic regulations must always be
observed.
D.10 Drive slowly over speed bumps, maximum
speed 10 km/h.
D.11 Be aware that wind noise may be
generated during transport and may vary
depending on the vehicle and load.
D.12 For reasons of fuel economy and
environmental impact as well as the safety
of other road users, the carrier must be
removed from the vehicle when not in use.
D.13 Before departure, the functioning of the
lights must be checked. When using the
fog light on the carrier, make sure that the
fog light on the vehicle is not switched
on at the same time. The vehicle's fog
light normally switches off automatically
when the vehicle detects that the plug is
connected. Check if this is the case.
D.14 Check distance and exposed area on
the carrier behind the exhaustpipe to
avoid heat damage to the carrier. The hot
exhaust pipe and/or the hot exhaust gas
could damage components of the carrier.
On certain vehicle models an exhaust
pipe extension is required. Consult your
Thule dealer if you are in doubt about the
requirements that apply to your vehicle.
D.15 Check the load fastenings regularly.
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D.16 Make sure the cargo box is closed and
locked and the key removed from the lock
before driving off.
D.17 The vehicle's total length and/or height
may increase when a carrier is mounted.
Take special care when reversing and/or
entering garages or ferries etc.
E.0 Maintenance
E.1 The cargo box should be carefully cleaned
and maintained, particularly during the
winter months. For this purpose, only use a
solution of water and standard household
washing liquid without any alcohol, bleach
or ammonium additives as otherwise the
surface of the box could suffer damage.
Please do not use any standard cockpit
sprays for cleaning the cargo box. The
locks should be lubricated with spray
lubricant (no lubricant should be allowed
to come into contact with the plastic
surface of the box).
E.2 Lubricate the coupling mechanism (but
not the surfaces in contact with the tow
ball surface) and other moving parts of the
carrier when required.
E.3 Remove the carrier before using an
automatic car wash.
E.4 When the carrier is removed from the
vehicle, it must be stored in a dry storage
area. All the components of the carrier
must be stored safely. Remember to clean
and maintain the carrier in accordance with
the instructions.
E.5 If you lose part(s) of the carrier or part(s)
of the carrier wear out, only use genuine
Thule spare parts as replacements. Spare
parts can be purchased from your dealer
or manufacturer.
E.6 To ensure that you receive the spare parts
quickly and to avoid time-consuming
queries, please provide the relevant
product details and the serial number when
placing an order or making an inquiry.
E.7 In order to ensure that you are able to
replace lost or defective keys as quickly
as possible, note down the lock and key
number which can be found on your key.
5561211001