Softride 26321 Dura Assist 4 bike rack - Manual (Page 4)

Use Of Rack
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Place bicycles onto the rack starting at the point
closest to the vehicle. Alternate the direction the
bikes are facing when mounted on the rack.
Some bike frames may require a “top tube”
adapter to create flat mounting surface.
2
Position the seat post tube in the anti-sway
cradle. Attach the bikes to the block and anti-
sway mechanism using the straps provided. The
bike may be off center on the rack. It is impor-
tant that the anti-sway cradle is flush the bicycle
seat tube. Avoid placing cable stops on blocks.
Do not over tighten straps.
3
To utilize the cable lock, pull it out of the upright
and along the side of the top plate, over the
bicycle top tubes and attach it to the yellow bail
on the end of one of the arms using a padlock.
4
To lower the rack, grasp the release lever and
while pushing the rack toward the vehicle pull
the lever out. Supporting the arms of the rack,
lower the unit.
5
To raise the rack, push the arms of the rack up
and toward the vehicle until you hear the pull pin
click back into place.
6
When not carrying bikes, remove the arms and
store.
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HYDRAULIC ASSIST DURA BIKE RACK INSTRUCTIONS
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