Troubleshooting and Maintenance
ELECTRICAL
If your problem is electrical, check your color code to insure
the proper wires have been connected. A loose bullet connector
connection can be improved by unpluging the connector and
making the female receptacle smaller by use of pliers and then
reinstalling the bullet connector. If your turnsignals do not
function properly, your ground connection is probably not
making good contact, or your battery is weak and needs to be
serviced.
If there are any problems that cannot be solved by you or your
dealer, contact the Customer Service Department of Vetter Corporation, 1150 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-2900.
MOUNTING
The best answer to almost any problem is to reread your instructions carefully. Sometimes it is helpful for someone else to look
the problem over, especially someone who has not been working
on the installation with you, such as your dealer.
MAINTENANCE
The Floating Mount Saddle Bags require little maintenance, but
we recommend that you make periodic checks. The mounting
bolts and mounting clamps should be checked for tightness and
adjustments made as necessary.
Cleaning and waxing the Saddle Bags: When washing your saddle
bags, use a mild detergent and warm water. Washing should be
done with a soft cloth or sponge. Avoid spraying water under
pressure directly at the joint between the door and the body of
the saddle bag as some water may enter the bag itself. Waxing
the saddle bags is easy; furniture polish works as well as anything
we have found. Spray the polish on a rag rather than on the bag
itself, however, as if it is sprayed on the bag the wax becomes
very difficult to remove from the bag's textured surface.
CAUTION:
Do not use cleansers which contain methyl or
ethyl alcohol.
CAUTION: Hydraulic fluid will damage your saddle bags. Never
allow it to come in contact with your saddle bags.
With normal use the bodies of your saddle bags may become
scratched or marred. Small cosmetic touch-ups can be accom-
plished by treating the area with a hot air gun (a hair dryer is not
hot enough) or a propane torch. Using either the torch or the
hot air gun, pass back and forth over the marred area in a sweep-
ing motion at a safe distance from the bag surface. The correct
amount will smooth and restore shine to the damaged area. If
the area in concern is located near the door or a painted part,
that part should be removed before any treatment is performed.
PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS
If you wish to repaint your saddle bag doors, we
,
recommend
that the following instructions be used:
1.
Remove the Floating Mount logo and stripe decals.
2.
Sand thoroughly with 320 grit wet sandpaper.
3.
Resand with 400 grit wet sandpaper.
4.
Dry thoroughly.
5. Spray with Dupont 100S Multi-Purpose Primer.
6.
Spray Dupont Weight Lifter Acrylic Enamel with 7925 or
7935 Hardener.
7.
Install new vinyl decals.
SADDLE BAG STRIPING
When removing striping from the saddle bag doors, the suggested
method is to use 3M Woodgrain and striping Remover, part
number 08907, followed by 3M Adhesive Remover, part number 08908. Please follow the directions on the spray cans. These
products can be obtained at most paint and automotive stores
that carry 3M products.
When handling saddle bag striping, do not crease or bend it.
Always handle striping from the edges, never from the ends. Do
not pull the backing paper off the striping with expectations of
reapplying. Backing paper will NOT restick.
If you have any questions on storing, handling, removing or
applying of saddle bag striping that your dealer cannot answer,
contact our Customer Service Department.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
We recommend that you always use Genuine Vetter Replacement Parts. Contact your local Vetter dealer to purchase or
order replacement parts.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Any problems concerning installation of the Saddle Bags should
be referred to your dealer or the Customer Service Department,
Vetter Corporation, 1150 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo,
CA 93401. We are here to serve you: (805) 541-2900. In order
to provide the maximum amount of service to you and the dealer, it is necessary that you fill out the Owner's Registration Card
and promptly return it to Vetter Corporation. We also suggest you record your saddle bags Serial number here:
so you'll have it should you ever need to contact us: (It is located
inside the left hand saddle bag.)
Also record your key number hereso that you can order replacement locks if necessary.
Limited Warranty—Vetter Corporation Products
This warranty applies to products manufactured or distributed
by Vetter Corporation, 1150 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401, and sold by Vetter Corporation or its authorized dealers
within the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
It is given to the first retail purchaser only and is not transferable to subsequent owners.
Warranty Obligation: Vetter Corporation warrants that it,
or one of its authorized dealers, will repair or, at its option,
replace any part proven to be defective in factory material or
workmanship within six (6) months (unlimited mileage) of the
date of purchase. Parts repaired or replaced under this warranty
are warranted only during the balance of the original warranty
period. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY LABOR
CHARGES FOR TROUBLESHOOTING, REMOVAL OR IN-
STALLATION.
Exclusions from Coverage: 1. Any repairs or replacements or
parts necessitated by misuse, negligence, fire, accident, damage
caused by exposure to gasoline, brake fluid, harmful solvents
and cleaners, paints, or repair material, use of unauthorized
accessories, faulty installation, installation upon motorcycles or
vehicles not listed in Vetter Corporation's retail and dealer
catalog sheets, or improper or unreasonable maintenance are
not covered. 2. This warranty does not cover "Totes" rainboots.
DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND LIMI-
TATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: TO THE EXTENT
THE LAW PERMITS, VETTER CORPORATION SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES FOR LOSS
OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCI-
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DENTAL DAMAGES. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING
UNDER LAW, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS LIMITED
TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
I
MPORTANT:
Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts and/or limitations or exclusions
or consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations
may not apply to you.
To Obtain Warranty Service:
Information you must provide
when filing claim: 1. Name, mailing address and telephone
number. 2. Selling dealer's name and address. 3. Serial number
of product. 4. Model and year of motorcycle. 5. Date product
was purchased. 6. Date and mileage at failure. 7. Description of
problem.
Steps to take: 1. Contact or take your product to an authorized
Vetter dealer (preferably your selling dealer) at your expense.
2. If you are unable to obtain warranty service, or should your
warranty claim be denied for reasons that you consider unjustifiable, contact the owner of your selling dealer. Normally, this
should resolve your problem. However, if you require further
assistance, write or call the Customer Service Department of
Vetter Corporation, 1150 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo,
CA 93401, (805) 541-2900. At this point, you must be prepared
to return the part in question to Vetter Corporation with
all freight charges prepaid. The charges will be reimbursed to you
if they total over $5.00 (five dollars) and the warranty claim is
honored. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
June 23, 1978
Vetter Corporation