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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Position the “Bike Cradles” onto the top plate of carrier as shown in Diagram 1.
Attach “Bike Cradles” to top plate with the ¼” x ½” Lg. Screws using the Allen
Wrench supplied.
2. Assemble both tubular sections together as shown in Diagram 1 and fasten
together with two 5/16” x 2-1/2” Lg. Carriage Bolts and Lock Nuts. Tighten
5/16-18 Gr5 bolts to 17 ft-lb.
3. Insert the hitch ball through bike carrier and ballmount and install the lock
washer and hex nut onto the hitch ball.
NOTE: A ball with ¾” diameter X 3-1/8” long shank is required for towing
– sold separately.
4. Tighten hitch ball to 160 ft-lb.
5. Place the bike rack receiver into your receiver hitch. Secure rack with hitch
pin and clip. (See Diagram 2)
LOADING BIKES ONTO CARRIER:
1. Load one bike onto the first “Bike Cradle” (closest to vehicle) so the horizontal
seat tube of the bike rests on the rubber lined “Cradle”. Adjust position of
bike to find its center or gravity. Secure bike to “Cradle” using both Hook-NLoop Straps on the “Cradle” as shown in Diagram 3. Velcro straps must be
fully engaged and wrapped tight against bike tube.
2. Position the next bikes onto “Cradle” so the handle bars face in opposite
direction and secure using both Hook-N-Loop Straps (See Diagram 3)
The series of slots in the Top Plate have been provided to allow use of a
cable and padlock to protect bikes from theft. (sold separately)
4 PLACE TOWING BIKE CARRIER
¼” x ½” Lg. Screw
(8) Places
Bike Cradle
5/16 x 2-1/2” Lg.
Carriage Bolt
Locknut
(2) Places
Pin & Clip
Hook-N-Loop Strap
Diagram 2
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOLDING THE RACK:
Remove the “Bail Lock Pin” from the bike carrier.
WARNING: Removal of this pin will allow the bike carrier to pivot rearward or forward.
Be certain to hold the bike carrier securely when removing the locking pin to prevent the bike
carrier from falling suddenly, Causing personal injury or vehicle damage. To remove the
“Bail Lock Pin” simply deflect the bail wire away from the small end of the pin and pull the pin
free of the carrier.
NOTE: Do not drop or let the support tube fall freely. Make sure that your hands and fingers
are clear of the hinging area during this operation. DO NOT attempt to move the vehicle
unless the Bike Carrier is in the upright position and securely locked.
Cequent Performance Products
47774 Anchor Court
Plymouth, MI 48170
Technical Service: (888) 521-0510
Diagram 3
Lock Washer
Hex Nut
Diagram 1
Diagram 4
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When leaving them outside for extended periods of time the finish will lose its luster. It is recommended that
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IMPORTANT NOTES:
• This bicycle rack has been designed to carry four (4) bikes, as long as the maximum weight on the rack does
not exceed 45 kg or 100 lb.
• Load rating for towing:
Maximum trailer weight is the lowest of:
50 percent of the towing capacity of your trailer hitch.
Vehicle MFR’s towing capacity per owner’s manual.
Do NOT exceed 3500 pounds (1588 Kg.) maximum trailer weight.
Maximum tongue weight is the lowest of:
50 percent of the tongue weight capacity of your trailer hitch.
Do NOT exceed 300 pounds (136 Kg.) maximum tongue weight.
• This rack is designed for typical use and applications (on paved or smooth gravel roads). Do not use this rack
on a vehicle that will be driven on rough roads or where the rack (and bikes) will be subjected to significant or
constant jarring and/or shock, or any vehicle with very stiff springs that will transfer the load shocks directly to
the rack and the bikes.
• Proper fitting and installation of this carrier to your specific vehicle is critical, and is the owner’s sole
responsibility.
• Improper use of this product may result in damage to your rack, your vehicle, your bicycles, or even other
vehicles driving behind you (as a result of colliding with or trying to avoid fallen bicycles and/or the rack).
• PRO SERIES™ racks are powder coated to help prevent rust. As with any metal equipment it is
recommended that you keep the rack clean and remove road salt and debris.
4 PLACE TOWING BIKE CARRIER
when not in use the rack is stored indoors.
• The rack won’t carry bikes with oblong frame tubes or unusually large frame sizes.
• Take care to add padding on any area of the bikes that touches another bike or any part of the vehicle.
Damage can and will happen (to your bikes and/or to the vehicle) if care is not taken during the loading and
transporting of your bikes, and padding used where necessary.
• Bicycle tires should be kept at least 6” away from the exhaust pipes of the vehicle. The high temperature
exhaust exiting from the exhaust pipes is hot enough to melt or damage tires. Keep all bike tires totally
away from the direct exhaust flow.
• Bikes fitted with large accessories (such as child carrying seat) will greatly increase the wind resistance
and therefore the pressure on the rack and all vehicle-mounting points. Reducing vehicle speed will reduce
the chance of any problems occurring because of this situation.
• After reading this manual, should you have any additional questions regarding the compatibility, fitting and/or
use of this rack, please call your nearest PRO SERIES™ authorized retail dealer or Cequent Performacne
Products Customer Service.
WARNING:
• Improper mounting will void the rack warranty.
• The recommended minimum ground clearance is 14”. This may not be sufficient ground clearance
depending on the application. Damage to bicycles or rack due to ground clearance problems are not covered
by warranty.
Cequent Performance Products
47774 Anchor Court
Plymouth, MI 48170
Technical Service: (888) 521-0510
63125N Rev C 4-29-13
Printed in Taiwan