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Apex 2™ 2-Position Bicycle Rack
Operation and Maintenance Instructions
CONTENTS
1.
SCOPE OF THIS DOCUMENT .................................................................................... 2
2.
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................ 2
Mounting the Rack ................................................................................................. 5
3.
OPERATING THE BIKE RACK .................................................................................... 6
a)
Bicycle Loading ...................................................................................................... 6
b)
Bicycle Unloading .................................................................................................. 7
4.
USE OF THE BUS WASH ............................................................................................ 9
5.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 10
Visual Inspection Checklist .................................................................................. 10
30 Day General Maintenance Inspection & Service ............................................. 12
6.
SUPPORT ARM AND LATCH MECHANISM ............................................................. 13
Servicing the Support Arm. .................................................................................. 14
Servicing the Apex 2 Latch Mechanism ............................................................... 15
7.
WEAR LIMITS ............................................................................................................ 16
8.
CONTACT INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 17
All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
30 Day General Maintenance Inspection & Service ..........12 SUPPORT ARM AND LATCH MECHANISM ............. 13 Servicing the Support Arm................... 14 Servicing the Apex 2 Latch Mechanism ............... 15 WEAR LIMITS ......................16 CONTACT INFORMATION ..................17 All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. -
Page 2: Scope Of This Document
This document applies to all Apex 2 bicycle racks. The Apex 2 product line includes 2-position bike racks with stainless steel frames, wheel trays, and support arms. There are two primary versions of the Apex 2 – one with standard trays and support arms, the other with fat tire compatible trays and support arms. - Page 3 A minimum of 2 inches clearance is recommended, although some vehicles may have unique requirements. All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com...
- Page 4 Stowed Position / Headlight Clearance Figure 5 shows an outline of the Apex 2 against a bus front when the rack is in the stowed position. Obstruction of headlights and turn signal indicators should be avoided. The position of the rack can be adjusted.
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Page 5: A) Mounting The Rack
14" and 18" hole pattern. Bolt the pivot plate to standoffs, and tighten standoff bolts. Figure 7, Apex 2 Rack and Standoffs All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... -
Page 6: Operating The Bike Rack
Bikes with accessories that conflict with correct support arm placement must NOT be loaded onto the rack. All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... -
Page 7: Bicycle Unloading
VEHICLE MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Sportworks label (part no. 3575) shown in Figure 9 is available for use on the transit vehicle front fascia. The label measures 9.5 inches by 6.0 inches. It contains the same graphic in a larger format as the label affixed to each support arm of the rack. - Page 8 Figure 9, Instructional Label with Support Arm Placement Instructions Supported Bike Dimensions and Weight Limits To ensure safe bicycle fit in the Apex 2 rack, each bicycle must comply with the following: Apex 2 with standard trays and Apex 2 with fat tire compatible trays and...
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Page 9: Use Of The Bus Wash
Most wash systems use either a "top fixed" or "top and bottom fixed" spinning brush system. The Sportworks rack has been designed with round tubing and round edges so that the wash brushes contact surfaces that will not catch or tear them. -
Page 10: Inspection And Maintenance
BIKE RACK SWINGS FREELY AND LOCKS IN TWO POSITIONS Rack pivots and locks in both the deployed and stowed positions. All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... - Page 11 Figure 12, Location of Rack Components Figure 13, Side View of Rack Components All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com...
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Page 12: B) 30 Day General Maintenance Inspection & Service
13. If optional bike counter kit is installed, counter magnets are in place and aligned with magnetic switch. There is a 1/8”-3/8” gap between the magnet and the switch. All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... -
Page 13: Support Arm And Latch Mechanism
6. SUPPORT ARM AND LATCH MECHANISM NOTE: The standard support arm is shown, fat tire tray compatible support arms have some different components. See Apex 2 Parts and Options Breakdown for more information. Contact Sportworks for replacement parts. Figure 14, Location of Support Arm Components ITEM NO. -
Page 14: A) Servicing The Support Arm
3. Examine the support arm pivot. Check clevis pin for wear. Replace if damaged or worn. 4. Examine the rubber grip. Replace it if ripped, gouged, or bent. All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... -
Page 15: B) Servicing The Apex 2 Latch Mechanism
Remove any dirt and debris from inside the latch housing. e. Re-assemble the latch mechanism in the reverse order of steps a-c. NOTE: DO NOT LUBRICATE. All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... -
Page 16: Wear Limits
.03” deep 2558 – Clevis pin Ø0.242” Outer Diameter: Replace pin Ø0.243- Ø0.248 All dimensions and specifications nominal. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2023 Sportworks Global LLC. All rights reserved. sportworks.com... -
Page 17: Contact Information
3/11/2022 – Increased maximum weight limit to 75 lbs per position 8/29/2023 – General updates to copy and drawings 8. CONTACT INFORMATION Additional information can be found on Sportworks website: www.sportworks.com. For assistance, contact Sportworks by phone: 425-483-7000 or email: salesandsupport@sportworks.com.
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