SportRack SR3162 Installation Instructions

3 bike strap bike rack

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Bike support arms

Rubber bumper

• Ensure that the hooks do not come in contact with the

roof rail. (Risk of permanent deformation damage)

• Number of bicycles carried should not exceed

designated carrying capacity for your specific model.

• 3 bike maximum carrying capacity = 132lbs/60kg

• Check tightness of all bolts and knobs periodically.

• Check straps for wear and replace if worn.

• Not intended for off-road use.

• Not intended for tandems or recumbents.

• Do not install on a trailer or other towed vehicle.

• Failure to use safety strap may result in loss of bicycles.

• Do not open your trunk/rear hatch with the rack

installed; it may cause damage to your vehicle.

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3 BIKE STRAP BIKE RACK - SR3162

Adjustable hub assemblies

Lower support frame

WARNINGS / LIMITATIONS

Upper support frame

80" Strap

Cam buckle

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Page 1 3 BIKE STRAP BIKE RACK - SR3162 Adjustable hub assemblies Upper support frame 80" Strap Cam buckle Bike support arms Rubber bumper Lower support frame WARNINGS / LIMITATIONS • Ensure that the hooks do not come in contact with the roof rail.
Page 2 IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO INSURE THE SAFE AND PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT Improper attachment or misuse of this product may be HAZARDOUS and may result in damage to your SR3162, bicycles, vehicle, or vehicles driving behind you as a result of colliding with or trying to avoid the fallen bicycles and SR3162.
Page 3 • Loosen the two adjustable hub assemblies by untightening the two knobs. • Move the upper support leg until the SR3162 is set approximately to the same angle as in Step 2 that closely resembles your vehicle. Hold the SR3162 in place to check for correct adjustment.
Page 4 ATTACH LATERAL HOOKS • Position the lateral hooks to the outside edge of the trunk lip, hatch lip or rear door lip. The hook location will be determined when the straps are under tension. The straps should always be at a 90° angle from the attached edge. ATTACH LOWER HOOKS •...
Page 5 • For maximum security, we recommend that a arms in the bicycle cradles. Make sure to frame and the SR3162 arms with the 80" strap simple knot be tied at the end of the buckle. cover the pedal closest to the vehicle to help (See illustration).