BorMann BWR5044 Manual page 2

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Safety and instructions for use
Instructions for use for bike rack made for transporting up to 3 bicycles. Thank you for
purchasing the bike rack for transporting bicycles. This rack is built to the highest standards
and will last for many years provided it is maintained and used properly. Keep the manual
in a safe place for future reference.
Important! Read the following instructions for use and pay particular attention to the
safety rules and the manufacturer's instructions. If you do not comply, there is a risk of
injury and damage to the bicycle rack.
Safety instructions.
Do not use the bike rack if parts of the packaging are missing or damaged. Risk of accident.
WARNING! Due to differences in the design of bicycles and vehicles, the user is responsible
for the correct use and safety of this product. Proper installation of the product on the
vehicle is the responsibility of the purchaser and not of the manufacturer, seller or anyone
else.
WARNING! The user must secure the bike rack and bicycles so that they can be transported
safely. Check the bike rack frequently to ensure the safety of yourself and others around
you.
Use sturdy, good quality brackets to secure bicycles to this product. Do not use elastic
fasteners.
WARNING! If your car lights are obstructed by the bicycles, you are required by law to
replace them with an auxiliary kit that will allow them to operate normally.
Avoid damage to your bikes from hot exhaust fumes. Do not place bikes near the exhaust
tailpipe as this will damage your bikes, especially their tires.
Make sure that the bikes do not come into contact with your car at any point and make
sure that if this happens, the particular surface of the car that the bike is touching is
sufficiently protected from scratching.
WARNING! Remove items that are loose on the bikes such as water bottles and pumps.
WARNING! Avoid sticking bikes out the side of your vehicle as this causes hazards to
passers-by and other vehicles.
Do not use the bike rack for any purpose other than for carrying bicycles.
Do not rest any other object on the carrier other than bicycles.
WARNING! Drive with caution. Be prepared for sudden braking and strong winds. Reduce
speed when transporting bicycles.
WARNING! This carrier is not designed for permanent use. Remove the carrier when not in
use or before making any visits to a car wash.
Each time before use, check the bike rack to ensure that it is properly mounted and that it
is free of wear and tear. Replace any worn component.
WARNING! Remember that the driver of the vehicle is solely responsible for the transport
and safety of the bikes.
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