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• Fold up the bicycle carrier before driving (Figure 31).
• Check that the bicycle carrier is correctly in place. This will be
conrmed by an audible click. Lock the carrier, if necessary,
as described above.
WARNING!
Personal injury or material damage possible due to
loss of the bicycle carrier while driving.
A bicycle carrier which is not folded up may result in the
detachment of the carrier or the tow bar.
Figure 31: Folding up the bicycle carrier
CLICK!
Figure 32: Unlock and rotate the license plate holder
Figure 33: License plate holder in the storage position
Figure 34: Collapsing the bicycle carrier
• Unlock the licence plate holder, and rotate it into the storage position.
• Collapse the bicycle carrier.
• Pull the plug out of your vehicle’s trailer socket.
• Raise the lever of the quick release, and remove the carrier from the tow bar.
5.9 REMOVING THE BICYCLE CARRIER FROM THE TRAILER TOW BAR
To remove the bicycle carrier, repeat the installation steps in reverse order.
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6. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
6.1 MAINTENANCE
6.2 CARE
When used as directed, the bicycle carrier is maintenance-free.
The bicycle carrier can be cleaned with a mild detergent, warm water and/
or a soft cloth. Remove any coarse dirt and dust beforehand.
Do not use any solvents or similar cleaning agents, as these may damage
the bicycle carrier.
Leave the bicycle carrier to dry on its own. Do not use hairdryers or other
heating equipment to speed up the drying process.
Clean the bicycle carrier regularly when used in coastal areas or in winter
conditions, in order to wash o any salt and to prolong the service life of
the bicycle carrier.
Store the bicycle carrier in a dry and protected area when not used for
extended periods (e.g. over winter), in order to prolong the service life of
the bicycle carrier.
Before each trip, check the bicycle carrier for wear.
Defective metal parts and tensioning straps must be replaced.
The steel parts of the bicycle carrier are protected in the factory against
corrosion using a powder coating. If this paint coating is damaged, have the
damage repaired professionally as soon as possible.
Please contact our customer services if replacement parts are required.
Any modications made to original parts and materials, or to the
construction of the bicycle carrier, can adversely aect its safety and
serviceability.
Figure 35: Carrying handle
Easy to carry and store, thanks to
the great folding system.