Sealey BS17 - Manual (Page 2)

5.1 A maximum of two bicycles can be placed onto the carrier
support arms. Place them in opposite directions. To avoid
damage do not position them directly next to the vehicle’s
exhaust, especially the bicycle tyres.
Secure bicycles to the carrier with the thin straps provided.
DO NOT use string or elasticated straps. Ensure that the
bicycles, especially the pedals, do not come into contact with
the vehicle’s bodywork.
5.2. When you have secured the bicycles on the carrier, check
and re-tighten all the straps and tie off the surplus lengths of
strap for extra security and to prevent the loose ends flapping.
4. FIXING CARRIER TO VEHICLE
5. PLACING CYCLES ON CARRIER
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4.1 PREPARING THE CARRIER
4.1.1 Position the carrier on the rear of your vehicle and adjust the
carrier arms as shown in fig.7 and fig.8.
4.1.2 The arms should be at a minimum angle of 20° above the
horizontal. See section 3.1 regarding adjustment of the arms.
4.2 SALOON CARS
When securing the carrier to the vehicle ensure that straps
are not twisted. Straps must be progressively tightened
alternately and equally ensuring the carrier is centrally
positioned. Attach straps in order, top, bottom, and then
sides as follows:
4.2.1. To fix upper straps to vehicle, we recommend that you hook
the straps onto the top edge of the boot lid, see fig.7(T) and
adjust the length of the the straps to allow the carrier to hang
in place at the required height.
4.2.2. Attach the bottom straps to the lower edge of the boot lid, or
other adequate securing point on the vehicle bodywork.
Equally tighten the straps, see fig.7(B)
4.2.3. Attach the side straps to a suitable position on either side of the
boot lid and equally tighten the straps. See fig.7(S).
4.2.4. Adjust all straps to finally position carrier ensuring that the
protection pads are firmly in contact with the vehicle
bodywork.
4.2.5. Re-check all straps and fully tighten.
4.3. HATCHBACKS & ESTATE CARS
When securing the carrier to the vehicle ensure that the
straps are not twisted. Straps must be progressively
tightened alternately and equally ensuring the carrier is
centrally positioned. Attach straps in following order top,
bottom and then sides.
4.3.1. To fix upper straps to vehicle, we recommend that you hook
the straps onto the top edge of the tailgate, see fig.8(T) and
adjust the length of the the straps to allow the carrier to hang
in place at the required height.
4.3.2. Attach the bottom straps to the lower edge of the tailgate.
Equally tighten the straps, see fig.8(B)
4.3.3. Attach the side straps to a suitable position on either side of
the rear hatch or door and equally tighten the straps. See
fig.8(S).
4.3.4. Adjust all straps to finally position carrier ensuring that the
protection pads are firmly in contact with the vehicle
bodywork.
4.3.5. Re-check all straps and fully tighten.
fig.7
fig.8
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% WARNING! Remember the driver of the vehicle is responsible
for the security and safety of the load carrier. Check the tension
of all straps and security of the bicycles frequently during your
journey. If your lights or number plate are obscured, you must
fit an auxiliary number plate and/or lighting system. Contact
your local Sealey dealer for details.
fig.5 fig.6
BS17 - 2 - 220807