Allen Sports 103AB - Manual (Page 2)

Allen
Model 103A Bike Rack
English Instructions
Page 2.
C. Alternate method #1 for Bottom Strap:
Use if there is no metal edge below bumper for attachment of hooks.
D. Alternate method #2 for Bottom Straps:
Use if there is no metal edge below bumper or on the trunk for
attachment of lower hooks.
Never use rack on oversized tires, or trailers. Make sure that spare
tire is securely mounted to vehicle and that it is fully inflated. Before mount-
ing rack, remove any spare tire cover that may be damaged by rack.
E.
Mounting rack onto spare tires:
Hook bike rack’s top-foot assembly over top
of spare tire so that top feet are positioned
completely behind tire. Top straps go down
each side of tire. Secure all 3 hooks to a
metal edge below spare tire. Completely
tighten all straps. With off-center spare tires,
make sure that bikes do not extend beyond
side of car.
F.
Mounting rack onto pickup trucks:
Make sure that tailgate is securely latched.
G. Loading bicycles onto rack:
Remove all loose items from bikes (pumps, bags, etc.) and check that all quick-release hubs are tight.
Never carry more than 3 bikes (max. capacity: 100 lb..). Car tail lights must remain visible.
Load first bike with its chain and gears facing away from rack. Make sure that bikes do not come
into contact with car (rotate inside pedal if necessary). Place carry arm behind seat tube for
women’s style frames.
Load subsequent bikes in alternating directions. For best weight distribution, load heaviest bikes first
with lighter bikes on outside. Add padding between bike contact points, if necessary.
After bikes are loaded, check and retighten all straps, making sure that rack is still firmly held against car.
Vision out of rear window may be restricted - use side mirrors accordingly, especially when backing up.
H. Securing bikes to rack:
All bikes must be securely tied to rack. Use excess of top straps extending from knots tied at metal buckles, or
use additional straps if necessary.
1. Loop excess of top strap around
each bicycle and carry arm.
3. Pull tight.
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Loop bottom strap around carry-arms
near the top metal buckles. Attach hook to
lower edge of rear trunk/ hatch; tighten
straps as described in section B.
Remove bottom strap from rack. Open trunk
slightly and place bottom hooks just inside
trunk/hatch. Carefully close trunk on
bottom strap. Pull strap to bring hook
against inside of trunk. Mount rack
onto car, rethread strap and tighten as
described in section B.
2. Tie a snug clove hitch knot
at last (outside) bicycle.
Position top 2 rubber feet so that they will be against the top edge of the
tailgate.
Hook rack’s top-foot
assembly over tailgate.
Secure all 3 hooks to
bottom edge of tailgate,
then completely tighten
all straps.