Advantage SportsRack V-Rack 1011 User manual

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Heininger Holdings, LLC
2222 Queen Street, Bellingham, WA 98229-4753 USA
Ph: 360.756.2411 Toll Free: 888.722.5240 Fax: [phone]
Web: www.heininger.biz - Email: [email protected]
V-Rack Instructions Manual
To ensure the best service and satisfaction from your Advantage® Sports Rack V-Rack, please
read and follow all instructions, recommendations, and warnings. Heininger Holdings, LLC is not
responsible for damage or injury due to misuse of the V-Rack product. And we always want to
hear from you about our products and service. Contact us at [e-mail].
VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE INCLUDED IN PACKAGE:
V-Rack Contents List
1 - Completely assembled V-Rack, 2-Bike Carrier
4 - Rubber-like, straps to attach to the saddles holding the bikes in place
1 –Coiled, red security strap
1 –Storage/Carry bag
If you find a discrepancy, call us and we will help with any issues or questions.
Toll Free 888-722-5240 (Pacific Coast, USA Time Zone)
Installation of the V-Rack - Model: 1011
The V-Rack is a very unique bike carrier. It is designed to clamp onto the 2” x 2” insert
(sometimes referred to a “Stinger-Tube”) that fits into the more common 2 x 2” receiver hitch.
The clamping power or pressure is a lot. It needs to be this firm in order to stabilize the 2 bikes
that you may want to carry. The weight limit must be 26 kg or 57 lbs. maximum.
You must first align the V-Rack with the 2” x 2” insert tube. It will need to have about 1½” of
clamping space on the insert tube. There must be this much space for it to clamp on for proper
use.

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1. Flip the
supporting arms
to be horizontal,
turn the cradles
upward. Now
slide the lower
“jaws” of the V-
Rack over the
open area of the
insert and
spread the top of the tubes away from each other so they nest on
the 2 x 2 insert tube.
2. After you spread the tubes apart, press
down the connection lever (blue). Now
attach the straps (4) to the saddles. The
rectangular end slips over the inside
(nearest the vehicle)

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3. Insert the security
pin, and turn 180
degrees. Then insert
the bridge pin through
the small hole in the
pin.
4. Mount bikes on the V-Rack
carrier. Use either of the little
mushrooms (R or L) to attach
the loose end of the strap.

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5. Load bikes alternatively and
secure them by using rubber straps.
6. Pass the safety strap through wheels
and frames to secure the bikes.
When in USE
Do not stand or ride on V-Rack while the vehicle is in motion.
Ensure the vehicle engine is shut off before/during installing, loading/unloading V-Rack.
Best practice: always stow V-Rack in its storage bag when not in use.
Do not use V-Rack as a towing device.

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Web: www.heininger.biz - Email: [email protected]
Spares & Replacements
Item/Product
Description
Price with Handling-
shipping
#1012 4pk
Replacement Straps
$14.95
#1011-BAG
Replacement Storage bag
for V-Rack
$14.95
#6007 Tube
Stinger tube replacement (in
the event you don’t have a towing
stinger-tube)
$19.95
#6008 Converter
Converter/riser (converts from
a 1¼” hitch to a2 x 2 mounting
tube)
$39.95
Care and Maintenance
Wash the V-Rack after use. Dry and store in the bag provided.
Please remember to remove and stow the V-Rack if you drive through an automated car wash.
Routine lubrication of V-Rack is highly recommended. Use 3-In-One®Oil
generously and often.
For more information on 3-In-One Oil, please visit
www.3inone.com
Please share & show your bikes on the V-Rack by uploading a photo/comments onto the
Advantage Sports Rack Facebook page.

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Web: www.heininger.biz - Email: [email protected]
If you have questions: Call 888-722-5240
(Real people, in the USA, will actually answer the call!)
Office Hours Monday-Friday 8 A.M. –5 P.M. Pacific Time
Email: [e-mail]
Two-Year Limited Liability, Warranty Policy
Heininger Holdings, LLC, warrants the original owner of each new Advantage Sports Rack product
against defects in workmanship and materials for two years from the date of purchase (at retail) of the
product, provided it is purchased from an authorized Advantage Sports Rack dealer. This Limited Two
Year Warranty is not transferable and shall only apply to normal and ordinary use, for which the product
was intended.
Warranty claims are to be made directly to Heininger Holdings and must be accompanied by a
sales receipt or other appropriate proof-of-purchase document. Should this product or any part or
accessory be determined by Heininger Holdings, to be defective and covered by this Limited Two Year
Warranty, it will be repaired or replaced at the option of Heininger Holdings, without further charge. The
cost of transportation to and from the Heininger warranty inspection facility for repair or replacement of
any defective part and/or accessory and any related charges is not covered by this warranty, and is to be
paid by the owner.
The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, worn and normal use cosmetic blemishes,
improper assembly, lack of maintenance, or custom alteration/installation of any parts or accessories not
originally intended or compatible with the product as sold. The warranty does not apply to damage or
failure resulting from an accident, abuse or neglect.
This warranty is given in lieu of all other expressed warranties, implied warranties, including
without limitation implied warranties of merchandising ability and fitness for a particular purpose, and are
limited to the duration and specification of this warranty. In no event shall Heininger Holdings, be liable
for damages in excess of the purchase price of the Advantage Sports Rack product, for any loss of use,
loss of time, inconvenience, commercial loss, lost profits or savings or any incidental, special,
consequential, direct or indirect damages arising out of the use or inability to use such product, to the full
extent as such may be disclaimed by the law. Labor charges for part changeover are not covered by this
warranty.
Advantage is a registered trademark of Heininger Holdings, LLC, Bellingham, WA,
3-In-One®is a registered trademark of WD-40 Company, San Diego, CA