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LONG FOR THE RIDE Just as no garage is complete without a bicycle, at Saris, we believe no car is complete without a bike rack. Since setting off on this journey nearly 30 years ago, Saris racks have freed millions of bike-lovers to explore new territory and terrain, take part in group rides, bike pool to races, and commute to and from work.
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Specifications: Bones EX Max = 70 lbs | 32 kg Max = 35 lbs/16kg Máx.= 32kg (70 libras) Máx.= 16kg (35 libras) BIKE Max = 70 lbs | 32 kg Max = 35lb/16kg Guide Max = 105 lbs/48kg Max = 35 lbs/16kg Máx.= 48kg (105 libras) Máx.= 16kg (35 libras) BIKE...
Optional Accessories: #3050 #3037, 3040 #3035 #3033 Trunk Rack Lock Bike Beam Hatch Huggers Wheel Straps *The Bike Beam is recommended if bike wheels are not paralell to the ground or if wheels are less than 12” from the ground. 28749A BonesEX.indd 5 2/7/2020 2:38:38 PM...
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RACK ORIENTATION Bones EX can be confi gured for different vehicle types, as shown. 28749A BonesEX.indd 6 2/7/2020 2:38:38 PM...
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OPENING RACK Turn knob on rack arm counterclockwise to loosen rack arm. Slide arm to center of aluminum tube and open arms as shown, slide arm back over aluminum tube spline. Tighten knob by turning clockwise. 28749A BonesEX.indd 7 2/7/2020 2:38:38 PM...
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SETTING LEG POSITION Turn knob counterclockwise on outer leg knob to loosen leg as shown. Remove leg from spline and reinstall on spline at desired position. Refer to page 6 to determine optimal rack orientation. Tighten knob. 28749A BonesEX.indd 8 2/7/2020 2:38:39 PM...
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POSITIONING ON VEHICLE Place lower rack feet on bumper. Some vehicles require the feet to be on the trunk lid, refer to website fi t guide for proper feet placement on your vehicle. Place upper feet in center of trunk lid or center of rear window. Raise rack arms as shown. Note: bike cradles furthest from vehicle should be highest from the ground. 28749A BonesEX.indd 9 2/7/2020 2:38:39 PM...
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ATTACHING STRAPS Install rack hooks in locations as shown. Hooks are labeled upper, side and lower. Upper hook straps can route through channels in upper legs. Reference fit guide on website for recommended upper leg strap position. Tie off all straps as shown once thoroughly tightened. 28749A BonesEX.indd 10 2/7/2020 2:38:39 PM...
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INSTALLING BIKES Install bike in rack cradles as shown. Lower anti-sway strap on arm should be positioned at the rear of the bike. Close straps and pull tight. Heaviest bikes should be installed closest to vehicle. Note: be aware of bicycle tire position in relation to vehicle exhaust. Be sure bike tires are at least 12” from ground. Do not open trunk or hatch with rack and/or bikes installed.
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PRECAUTIONS >12” >30.5 cm Do not open vehicle trunk or gate when rack is installed. 28749A BonesEX.indd 12 2/7/2020 2:38:39 PM...
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CAUTIONS: • All requirements for compatability/fit as stated in the current Saris vehicle/carrier compatability guide must be followed. • Read and follow instructions carefully. Save owner’s manual for future reference or parts information. Ensure that any other users of the bicycle carrier are familiar with their content.
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Warning and Disclaimer: This carrier has been designed to carry bicycles on specific vehicles. Before installation, user must read and follow current Saris Fit Guide (available through Saris dealer) recommen-dations and enclosed instructions. Fit recommendations are based on vehicle’s standard features; optional features may affect the fit recommendations. User must attach carrier correctly to the vehicle, check its attachment before each use, and inspect carrier parts for wear.
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LIMITATIONS The foregoing warranties are in lieu of and exclude all other warranties not expressly set forth herein, whether expressed or implied by operation of law or otherwise. Other than as set forth above, SCG makes no warranty, whether express, implied or statutory, with respect to any product, including, but not limited to, warranties of reliability, merchantability fitness for a particular purpose, or those arising from any course of performance, dealing, usage or trade.
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