H31 S - Bike rack Uebler - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H31 S Uebler

- Uebler H31 S, for 3 bicycles

Mounting and operating instructions

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Uebler GmbH

Daimlerstraße 22

D-91301 Forchheim

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Internet: www.uebler.com

Stand: 07.2024

25A002-24

Lieber Kunde,

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We are delighted that you have chosen an UEBLER cycle rack.

Please comply fully with all work and safety instructions presented in these mounting and operating instructions. No liability will be accepted for any damage caused in the event of failure to comply with instructions.

Overview of parts

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Order numbers

Uebler H31 S cycle rack for 3 bicycles

Order no. 18180

ECE type-approval number

E24*26R04/00*0156*00

Scope of delivery

Name	H31 S
	Quantity
1 Cycle rack 1
2 Holder for 1st bicycle 1
3 Holder for 2nd bicycle 1
4 Hold er for 3rd bicycle 1
5 Key 8

Note

We reserve the right to make changes to the scope of delivery. Any repairs or parts replacements must be carried out by a specialist company. For safety reasons, Uebler recommends that you use only original spare parts available from your specialist dealer.

Note

Holders (2), (3) and (4) are included separately in the delivery package and are not pre-assembled. The keys (5) are inserted in the lock of the holders (2), (3) and (4), and in the lock of the safety lever (11).

Part names

Name	H31 S
	Quantity
6 Carrier frame 1
7 Qu ick-release fastener for carrier frame 2
8 Rear lig hts 2
9 Whe el rails 6
10 Towbar mount 1
11 Safety lever for towbar mount 1
12 Connector for lighting system	1
13 Number plate holder	1

Technical data

Maximum payload (load capacity)
Uebler H31 S: Tongue weighta- tare weight = max. payload
Tongue weight Tare weight Max. payload
165 lbs (75 kg)	Uebler H31 S = approx. 44 lbs (approx. 20 kg)	121 lbs (55 kg)
≥ 176 lbs (80 kg)		132 lbs (60 kg)

a If the values of the towbar and the vehicle differ, the lower value must be taken into account.

Electrical connection
Power supply 13-pin, 12 V

Bicycle weight
Maximum weight per bicycle	66 lbs (30 kg)

Maximum tube diameter of the bicycle frame
Round tube 3 inch (75 mm)
Oval tube 3x2 inch	(75x45 mm)

Mounting/unfolding the cycle rack on the vehicle and inserting the number plate

Caution

The towbar and the vehicle must be suitable for attaching a cycle rack:

• Towbar tongue weight (see rating plate on the towbar and vehicle operating instructions)
• Towbar material at least St 52-3 (see rating plate on the towbar)

Failure to comply with the above may cause the cycle rack and mounted bicycles to detach from the vehicle and injure you and others or cause an accident.

The ball head must be cleaned and degreased before mounting.

Caution

When you mount the cycle rack you are altering the dimensions and departure angle of the vehicle. Failure to take this into account could result in injury to you and others and/or damage to property.

Particular care must be taken at entrances and passageways, when driving over bumps, inclines and ramps etc., and when reversing. Use of driver assistance systems, such as parking assistance and rear-view cameras, may be restricted.

Caution

Check that the lighting system is working properly before each journey, otherwise accidents could occur.

Note

The cycle rack must be removed from the vehicle when not in use.

Mounting the cycle rack to the vehicle

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1. Press the safety lever (11) so that the mount (10) folds out. If the mount (10) does not fold out automatically, swivel it down manually.

Note

For the H31 S cycle rack, the towbar (14) neck must have a diameter of at least 1 inch (28.5 mm) (A).

1. Hold the cycle rack (1) vertically and slide it onto the ball head (14) with the mount (10) (arrow I).
2. Tilt the cycle rack (1) downwards (arrow II) until you hear the safety lever (11) click into place. The red marking on the safety lever (11) must no longer be visible.
3. Check that the cycle rack (1) is parallel to the bumper and roughly level. Check that the cycle rack (1) is firmly attached by shaking it. If necessary, remove the cycle rack (1) and remount it.

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1. Lock the cycle rack (1) with the key (5) and remove the key.
2. Pull the connector (12) out of the holder (15) and plug it into the socket (16).

Unfolding the cycle rack

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1. Open the quick-release fasteners (7) (arrow I) and fold up the carrier frame (6) (arrow II).

2. Fully close the quick-release fasteners (7) again (arrow III). The carrier frame (6) is fixed in place.

Note

The quick-release fasteners (7) and the carrier frame (6) must be cleaned with soapy water regularly, or if they become dirty or difficult to move.

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1. Fold out the rear lights (8) and click into place.

Note

All wheel rails (9) must always be folded out, even if only one or two bicycles are being transported.

1. Fold out the wheel rails (9) and click into place.
2. Check that the lighting system is working.

Inserting the number plate

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Note

The number plate on the cycle rack must match the vehicle's registration number and be clearly legible.

1. Press the holder (17) downwards (arrow I).
2. Push the number plate (18) into the number plate holder (13), press upwards and insert fully (arrow II).
3. Release the holder (17) and check that the number plate is firmly seated.

Note

To insert taller number plates, press the stopper (19) backwards and push the number plate (18) fully into the number plate holder (13).

Mounting/removing bicycles

Caution

The towbar cycle rack is to be used exclusively for transporting bicycles or the Uebler rear load system.

Only bicycles with a maximum weight of 66 lbs (30 kg) each may be transported on the cycle rack.

The maximum permissible load of the cycle rack, the towbar tongue weight, the permissible total weight of the vehicle and the maximum permissible axle load of the vehicle (see vehicle operating instructions) must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Failure to comply with the above may cause the cycle rack and mounted bicycles to detach from the vehicle and injure you and others and/or cause an accident.

Caution

The bicycles must be mounted on the cycle rack as evenly as possible and with a low centre of gravity and secured against falling with a holder on the bicycle frame and tensioning straps on the front and rear wheels.

Failure to comply with the above may cause the bicycles and/or loose parts to detach from the vehicle while you are driving, potentially causing an accident involving other road users with associated injury and damage to property.

Before mounting, remove and stow away child seats and all loose parts from the bicycles, such as water bottles, saddlebags, e-bike batteries, etc.

Caution

Depending on the vehicle type, the cycle rack with the bicycles might be positioned too close to the vehicle's exhaust system. The hot exhaust pipe and/or the hot exhaust fumes could damage the cycle rack and/or the bicycles. In this case, the cycle rack is not suitable for use.

When transporting bicycles with carbon fibre parts, contact the manufacturer/dealer to clarify whether these bicycles are suitable for transport on the cycle rack.

Arrangement of bicycles

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Note how the bicycles are arranged in an alternating pattern in the direction of travel (arrow) as shown here.

Note

Mount heavy bicycles close to the vehicle and light bicycles, e.g. children's bicycles, further back on the cycle rack. Mount the first bicycle with the sprocket facing the vehicle.

Mounting the first bicycle

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1. Unlock the rotary knob (20) with the key (5) and unscrew until clamp (21) is open (A).
2. Press the clamp (21) together and hold. The clamp (22) opens.

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1. Position the open clamp (22) around the carrier frame (6) and release the closed clamp (21). The clamp (22) closes.
2. Press the tensioner (23) (arrow) and pull out the tensioning strap (24).

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Caution

There is a risk of injury if the bicycles slip or tilt. Secure the bicycles against slipping or tilting. Two people are needed to mount and remove bicycles.

Caution

To prevent damage, only attach the holder (2) to the bicycle frame. Do not clamp other components, e.g. gear and brake cables. Defective holders must be replaced immediately.

1. Place the bicycle on the wheel rails (9) and position the holder (2) at right angles to the bicycle frame.
2. Mount the holder (2) with the clamp (21) on the bicycle frame and tighten with the rotary knob (20).
3. Lock the holder (2) with the key (5) and remove the key.
4. Centre the tensioning straps (24) between the wheel spokes and insert the straps into the buckles (25) until you hear them click into place.

Caution

Do not overtighten the tensioning straps (24), otherwise the tyres or rims may be damaged.

1. Use the tensioner (23) to tighten the tensioning straps (24) (arrow).

Note

The threads of the holders must be cleaned and lubricated at regular intervals to prevent the rotary knobs from seizing.

Mounting the second bicycle

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Caution

To prevent damage, only attach the holder (3) to the bicycle frame. Do not clamp other components, e.g. gear and brake cables. Defective holders must be replaced immediately.

The second bicycle is mounted in the same way as the first bicycle. Make sure that the two bicycles are arranged in an alternating pattern.

The second bicycle is attached with the long holder (3).

Mounting the third bicycle

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Caution

To prevent damage, attach the holder (4) to the bicycle frame only. Do not clamp other components, e.g. gear and brake cables. Defective holders must be replaced immediately.

The third bicycle is mounted in the same way as the first bicycle. Make sure that all bicycles are arranged in an alternating pattern. The third bicycle is attached to the second bicycle with the holder (4).

Removing bicycles

Caution

There is a risk of injury if the bicycles slip or tilt. Secure the bicycles against slipping or tilting.

Two people are needed to mount and remove bicycles.

Removing the bicycles and loosening the holders (2), (3) and (4) is done in reverse order.

Tilting/folding back the cycle rack

Caution

Tilt the cycle rack slowly and make sure that there are no people or objects in the tilting area.

There is a crushing hazard for persons and objects in the tilting area.

Make sure that both hooks click fully into place and lock when folding back the cycle rack, otherwise it could tip over during the journey and injure you or other people and/or cause damage to property.

Tilting the cycle rack

The cycle rack can be tilted in order to open the tailgate and to load and unload the vehicle.

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Operate the foot lever (26) and tilt the cycle rack (1) by pulling on the carrier frame (6) or on the bicycle frame if bicycles are already mounted.

Folding back the cycle rack

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1. Fold back the cycle rack (1) until both hooks (27) click fully into place in the frame (28) and lock.
2. Check that the cycle rack (1) is firmly attached by shaking it. If necessary, tilt the cycle rack (1) again and fold it back.

Preparing for travel

Caution

Check that all screw connections and fastenings on the cycle rack and bicycles are firmly attached after each mounting, before each trip and on longer journeys. Retighten if necessary.

Failure to comply with the above could lead to the cycle rack and mounted bicycles detaching from the vehicle and potentially injuring you and others and/or causing an accident.

These checks must be repeated at regular intervals depending on road conditions.

Caution

Check that the lighting system is working properly before each journey, otherwise accidents could occur.

Note

The number plate and the lighting system on the cycle rack must not be obscured.

If the cycle rack is not fully loaded, make sure that:

• holders that are not required are removed from the carrier frame and stowed safely in the boot;
• all keys are removed and stowed away; and
• the tensioning straps on all wheel rails are closed.

Folding up/removing the cycle rack from the vehicle

Folding up the cycle rack

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1. The wheel rails and rear lights are folded in reverse order.
2. Open the quick-release fasteners (7) (arrow I) and fold down the carrier frame (6) (arrow II).
3. Fully close the quick-release fasteners (7) again (arrow III). The carrier frame (6) is fixed in place.

Note

The quick-release fasteners (7) and the carrier frame (6) must be cleaned with soapy water regularly, or if they become dirty or difficult to move.

Removing the cycle rack from the vehicle

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1. Unplug the connector (12) from the socket (16) and insert it into the holder (15).
2. Unlock the cycle rack (1) with the key (5).
3. Press the safety lever (11) and swivel the cycle rack (1) vertically upwards (arrow I).
4. Pull the cycle rack (1) backwards from the ball head (14) (arrow II).
5. Place the cycle rack (1) with the mount (10) on the ground. The mount (10) closes.

Bulb replacement

Caution

To change the bulbs, the vehicle ignition must be switched off and the connector for the lighting system must be disconnected from the socket for the towbar electrics. Failure to comply with the above may result in a short circuit or damage to property. If in doubt, use a specialist company to replace bulbs.

Aids

- Torx T15 (inside)

Note

The bulb replacement procedure is described and illustrated using the left-hand rear light of the cycle rack. Proceed in the same way to replace the right-hand rear light.

Note

When ordering a new bulb, please specify the name of the bulb you need.

Name	Spare part no.
29 Indicator ^a BL PY21W 12V yellow	E1687
30 Number plate light ^a BL C5W 12V (35 mm long) white	E1687
31 Rear fog light ^a for left rear lightBL PR21W 12V red	E1687
31 Reversing light ^a for right rear lightBL P21W 12V white	E1687
32 Brake/rear light ^a BL P21/5W 12V white	E1687

a The bulb is commercially available.

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1. Press the cover (33) on the ribbing, slide outwards and remove.

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1. Release the lock (arrow 1) and slide the light (arrow 2) out of the holder and remove it (arrow 3).

Caution

When removing the rear light, do not place the connection cable under high mechanical tension. Failure to comply may result in damage to property.

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1. Turn the connector (34) 90° in an anti-clockwise direction and remove it.
2. Unscrew the screws (35) and remove the diffusing lens (36) in the direction of the arrow.

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1. Gently press the defective bulb into the socket (29), (31) or (32), turn it 90° in an anti-clockwise direction and remove it.
2. Remove the defective bulb from the socket (30).

Note

Only touch new bulbs with a clean cloth and insert them into the socket (29), (30), (31) or (32).

1. Press the new bulb into the socket (29), (31) or (32) and turn 90° in a clockwise direction. See table for the required bulbs.
2. Press the new bulb into the socket (30). See table for the required bulbs.

Assembly is in the reverse order to removal.

General safety instructions

The driver is responsible for ensuring that their vision and hearing are not impaired by the cycle rack, the bicycles or the condition of the vehicle. The driver must ensure that the vehicle, the cycle rack and bicycles comply with regulations and that road safety is not impaired.

Prescribed lighting and lighting equipment must also be present and operational, including during the day.

These mounting and operating instructions include the general approval of the towbar cycle rack and must be kept in the vehicle at all times.

Please follow the relevant statutory provisions for the use of cycle racks in the country of use.

Caution

Please comply fully with all work and safety instructions presented in these mounting and operating instructions.

The towbar cycle rack is to be used exclusively for transporting bicycles. The cycle rack is not suitable for off-road use.

Check that all screw connections and fastenings on the cycle rack and bicycles are firmly attached after each mounting, before each trip and on longer journeys. Retighten if necessary.

These checks must be repeated at regular intervals depending on road conditions.

When driving, the driver should check the cycle rack and bicycles for any displacement by looking in the rear-view mirror.

If anything has changed, the driver should continue driving at reduced speed to the next safe stopping point and retighten the screw connections and fastenings on the cycle rack and/or bicycles.

Failure to comply with the above may cause the cycle rack and mounted bicycles to detach from the vehicle and injure you and others and/or cause an accident.

Caution

Moving parts, e.g. the threads of the holders, must be cleaned and lubricated at regular intervals to prevent the rotary knobs from seizing.

Do not use lubricant on any other screw connections. Failure to comply with the above could lead to the cycle rack and mounted cycles detaching from the vehicle, potentially injuring you and others and/or causing an accident.

Caution

If the mounted bicycles protrude more than 16 inch (40 cm) beyond the outermost edge of the illuminated surface of the cycle rack's marker or tail lights, they must be marked with a white light to the front and a red light to the rear, positioned laterally no more than 16 inch (40 cm) from the edge of the bicycle and no more than 59 lbs (150 cm) above the carriageway.

When transporting the bicycles, separately mark the wheels that protrude to the side.

When driving at night, cover the rear lights and wheel reflectors to prevent confusion with the vehicle's rear lights and to avoid hindering or misleading other road users.

Failure to comply with the above may cause an accident.

Caution

Check that the lighting system is working before you start your trip. When the rear fog light on the cycle rack is switched on, the rear fog light on the vehicle must be switched off, i.e. they must not light up at the same time.

For vehicle models whose type approval was first granted after 1 October 1998, neither the fitted cycle rack nor the mounted bicycles may obscure the vehicle's third brake light. The vehicle's third brake light must be visible: to the right and left in relation to the vehicle's longitudinal axis – at a horizontal angle of 10^ , upwards in relation to the edge of the light – at a vertical angle of 10^ and downwards – in relation to the lower edge of the light – at a vertical angle of 5^ .

If these values are not complied with, a "third" replacement brake light must be fitted.

Failure to comply with the above could cause an accident.

Caution

Mounting the cycle rack and bicycles changes the driving and braking characteristics as well as the vehicle's susceptibility to crosswinds. The maximum speed of 81 mph (130 km/h) must not be exceeded.

Do not cover the bicycles with tarpaulins, protective covers or similar, as this significantly affects the area exposed to the wind and the driving characteristics.

Heavy loads in the boot should be pushed as far forwards as possible to prevent excessive rear loading.

Always adapt your driving style to the road, traffic and weather conditions, and drive with particular care when the cycle rack is loaded.

Failure to comply with the above may cause the cycle rack and mounted bicycles to detach from the vehicle and injure you and others and/or cause an accident.

Caution

If the vehicle is equipped with an electric tailgate, ensure that there is sufficient clearance when the cycle rack is mounted. If possible, the electric tailgate should be deactivated and operated manually.

Remove the cycle rack before using a car wash. Otherwise the cycle rack, the vehicle and/or the car wash could be damaged.

Note on disposal

Dispose of components, accessories and packaging for environmentally friendly recycling. Do not dispose of the bulb kit in your household or non-recyclable waste.

In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU and the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG), electrical appliances that are no longer fit for use must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.

Separate the bulb kit from the carrier and take the components that are no longer usable to a suitable collection point.

Ask your specialist dealer for advice.

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Attention

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Attention

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Precaución

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Precaución

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Let op

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Let op

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Opmerking over recycling

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Uwaga

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Uwaga

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1. Rebater as luzes traseiras (8) e engatar.

Nota

Montar/desmontar as bicicletas

Cuidado

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Cuidado

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Cuidado

Desmontar as bicicletas

Cuidado

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Upozornění

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Upozornění

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1. Åbn hurtigudløserne (7) (pil I), og klap holderrammen (6) op (pil II).
2. Luk hurtigudløserne (7) helt igen (pil III). Holderrammen (6) er fastgjort.

Bemærk!

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Forsigtig!

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Forsigtig!

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Vigyázat

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Vigyázat

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Attenzione

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