DoubleDown - Bike rack Yakima - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DoubleDown Yakima

DoubleDown 1033617E-1/15For Your Safety Warranty Registration on-line YAKIMA.com TOOLS REQUIRED: ADJUSTABLE WrEnchES RUBBER STRAP (12X)DOUBLEDOWN (1X)HEX WRENCH (1X)BASE (1X)SAFETY CLIP (1X)PIVOT BOLT (1X)HITCH BOLT (1X) PIVOT WASHER (2X)PIVOT NUT (1X)LOCK WASHER (1X)WASHER(1X)WRENCH (1X)SAFETY STRAP (1X) IMPORTANT WARNING It Is crItIcal that all yakIma racks and accessorIes be properly and securely attached to your vehIcle. Improper attachment could result In an automobIle accIdent, and could cause serIous bodIly Injury or death to you or to others. you are responsIble for securIng the racks and accessorIes to your car, checkIng the attachments prIor to use, and perIodIcally InspectIng the products for adjustment, wear, and damage.

herefore, you must read and understand all of the InstructIons and cautIons supplIed wIth your yakIma product prIor to InstallatIon or use.

f you do not understand all of the InstructIons and cautIons, or If you have no mechanIcal experIence and are not thoroughly famIlIar wIth the InstallatIon procedures, you should have the product Installed by a professIonal Installer such as a qualIfIed garage or auto body shop. PURCHASE SEPARATELY: TubeTop Required for bikes with step- through/Ladies frames or bikes with slanted top tubes. Part #8002531 DeadLock Locks bikes to carrier, and carrier to vehicle. Part #8002411 HitchSki -for DoubleDown 4 & 5 ONLY- Carries up to 6 pr. skis or 4 snow boards. Part #8002418 To purchase any Yakima accessory visit Yakima.com or contact your local dealer.

DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT

WITH HITCH EXTENDERS. Use only yakima adapters with this prodUct. do not Use any other brand tongUe adapter.1033617E-2/15 If your vehIcle's hItch Is 1 1/4": remove the 2" hItch aDapter, anD the plastIc sleeve. Remove the bolt from the adapter using the hex wrench. Remove the adapter, and sleeve from the tongue. for 2" hItches: proceeD to next step. Install tongue. Push the tongue into the hitch plate, aligning the holes.

• Install hex bolt and a at washer.

• Add a second washer, attach a nut. Insert tongue Into vehIcle's hItch.

IF SPARE TIRE CAUSES

INTERFERENCE, DO NOT

USE THIS PRODUCT! Align the holes in the receiver to the holes in the tongue. Install large bolt, lock-washer, anD washer. NOTE: Flat washer may be discarded on some 1-1/4" receivers if there are clearance issues with receiver.

TIGHTEN with adjustable wrench.

• Install bolt, lock-washer, and washer from right side of receiver. Washer must be used on 2" receivers!1033617E-3/15 EXTEND ARMS. RAISE ARMS COMPLETELY. Pull the lever to release the arms from locked-down position. Arms will lock into position. CAUTION Keep fingers away from ALL moving parts! LOAD HEAVIEST BIKE FIRST.

• Always load rst bike with chain away from vehicle.

• Expand the cradle against the bike. A Yakima TubeTop (see cover page) may be required to carry your bike safely. Failure to load bikes properly can result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Bikes should be as level as possible to avoid ground clearance issues and possible ejections Unhook one end of each rubber strap as shown. PREPARE STRAPS FOR LOADINg. CRADLE POSITIONING To slide cradles along the carrier arms, close cradle and stabilizer. Close cradles while loading bikes. Always use the cradles closest to the vehicle.1033617E-4/15 Use the included safety strap to secure your bikes to the carrier. Route the strap through each wheel, around the carrier. Feed the strap through the buckle, tighten it down, and secure the loose end. Alternate bike directions to avoid interference. Stabilize bike, secure with straps. Load remaining bikes. The straps can be routed under the cables. Stabilize the bike frame in the cradle. Arrange bikes for best stabilization. Pull straps tightly over bike frame, and hook onto cradle. CAUTION: NEVER OpERATE VEhIClE wITh DOUblEDOwN IN fOlDED pOsITION! CAUTION: Keep ngers away from ALL moving parts!

• Pull release knob upward.

• When finished be sure to bring mast back to the upright and locked position. pull

• Pull release lever forward.

• Pull up slightly on arms while pulling lever.

• Fold arms. Be sure arms lock in down position. Fold carrier arms when not in use. Fold mast down to Access the rear: perform safety checks If yOUR VEhIClE hAs A REAR hATCh: On some vehicles, hatch interference is unavoidable. Use caution when opening your hatch.

• Mast must be locked into place when operating vehicle.

• Be sure the straps are hooked securely over the bike frames.

• Replace straps if cracked or worn.

• Be sure all hardware is secured according to instructions.

• Do not let bicycle tires hang near vehicle’s hot exhaust.1033617E-5/15 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: Contact your dealer or call [phone] Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm PST KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS! WARNING Attachment hardware can loosen over time. Check before each use, and tighten if necessary. Failure to perform safety checks can result in property damage, personal injury, or death. — USE —

• Off-road driving is not permitted and could result in damage to your vehicle, hitch receiver, or your bikes.

• Do not transport bicycles with attached baby seats, panniers, wheel covers, full bike covers or motors.

• Not for use with tandems and recumbents. — INSTALLATION —

• Do not install if spare tire causes interference.

• Do not install onto trailers, campers, or recreational vehicles.

• Remove this rack before entering an automatic car wash, and when not in use.

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