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model no. 040-1190-4
STINGER INSTALLATION FOR 1 1/4" (3.2 CM) HITCH RECEIVER
Disassemble the 2" (5 cm) receiver adaptor (4) of the
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stinger (D) by removing the two #3 cross-head
screws (6) using a screwdriver.
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Insert the stinger (D) into the 1 1/4" (3.2 cm) hitch
receiver (7) of the vehicle.
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Secure the stinger
using anti-sway hitch pin (G),
spring washer (M), flat washer (N) and hitch pin
clip
(H). Tighten the anti-sway hitch pin using
3/4" (19 mm) wrench (not included).
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4
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D
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1
M
N
G
LOADING BICYCLES ON THE BIKE CARRIER
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Place the bicycles (8) in an alternating direction on
the bike carrier in such a way that the wheels of
the bicycle rest on the right wheel tray (B) and left
wheel tray (C), respectively.
Note: Load the heaviest bicycle closest to the
vehicle.
Note: To enable easy loading of the bicycle, refer to
pages 10–11, steps 16–20.
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Push down the rack arm (9) of the centre mast
onto the top tube (10) of the bicycle until the
rack arm gets locked in its position.
Note: Press the button (11) provided at the centre
mast, and lift to release the locking of the rack
arm, while unloading the bicycle.
CAUTION:
Position the bicycle pedal in such a way to prevent the vehicle from being
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scratched.
Do not allow the bicycle tires to hang near the exhaust pipe of vehicle.
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The hot exhaust could melt and destroy the tires.
Check for tightness of the straps at regular intervals, as the straps may loosen
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and bicycles may shift during travel. Inspect more frequently when travelling
on bumpy roads.
Remove the bike carrier from the vehicle when not in use to avoid
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additional wear on both the vehicle and the carrier.
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B
C
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