CCM 040-1190-4 User manual

model no. 040-1190-4
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
HITCH MOUNT PLATFORM BIKE
CARRIER
NOTE: Please read instructions carefully before installation.
Please refer to assembly instructions and ensure the bike carrier is installed
correctly.
Please keep the instruction manual in your vehicle for future reference.
For assistance, please contact customer service at
1-888-670-6686 (toll-free).

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WARRANTY/ GARANTIE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Do not use the bike carrier for off-road purposes.
• Do not load tandems or recumbents on this bike carrier.
• Do not install this bike carrier on a trailer or other towed vehicles.
• Inspect and check the bike carrier before and after loading the bicycles. If required, tighten the
straps.
• Check for tightness of the straps at regular intervals, as the bicycles may shift during travel. Inspect
more frequently when travelling on bumpy roads.
• After loading the bicycles, do not attempt to remove the quick release pins from the main bracket.
Doing so may cause tilting of the bike carrier, which would lead to damage of the vehicle carrying the
bike carrier, vehicles moving behind or bicycle.
• Some states/provinces may not allow the licence plate to be obstructed.
Please check with the local ministry of transportation for more information.
• This bike carrier may not be suitable for use on vehicles equipped with a rear-mounted spare tire, as
this carrier requires clearance from the vehicle 11” (28 cm) beyond the hitch received pin opening
for the vehicle.
• Do not wash or use an automated car wash while the bike carrier is mounted on the vehicle.
IT IS USER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THE SAFE AND PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
Improper attachment or misuse of the bike carrier may damage the bike carrier, bicycles loaded on the carrier, the vehicle
carrying the carrier or vehicles moving behind, thereby resulting in HAZARDOUS situations due to possible collision or
swerving of the vehicle.
READ AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE BIKE CARRIER.
NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY ON THE BIKE CARRIER.
WEIGHT LIMIT: 90 lb (40 kg) total or 45 lb (20 kg) per tray
WARRANTY/ GARANTIE
WARRANTY/ GARANTIE
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product has a one (1) year limited warranty from the original date of purchase against defects in material
or workmanship.
EXCLUSIONS
The warranty will not apply if the product is modified, damaged or misused. Any and all implicit warranties,
including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, shall not exceed in
duration the term of limited warranty. In no event shall the manufacturer or the distributor be liable for
incidental or consequential damages.
WARRANTY CLEANING AND STORAGE
• Wipe the bike carrier with a damp cloth and mild detergent after every use and before storage.
• Fold the wheel trays for compact storage of the bike carrier.
• Store the bike carrier indoors and in a cool, dry place.
CLEANING
STORAGE
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CAUTION
Some vehicles may not support the bike carrier.
This bike carrier is designed in such a way that the paint of the vehicle will not be damaged if the carrier
is properly mounted on the vehicle.
• Always secure your bicycle(s) to the bike carrier using straps (not included).
• Do not use worn or damaged straps.
• Never load more than two bicycles (totalling 90 lb [40 kg]) on the bike carrier.
• Do not allow the bicycle tires to hang near the exhaust pipe of the vehicle. The hot exhaust could melt
and destroy the tires.
• To prolong the life of the bike carrier, remove the bike carrier from the vehicle when not in use.
• Do not use power tools or pneumatic tools to tighten the nuts.
Made in China
Imported by
Trileaf Distribution Trifeuil Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8

model no. 040-1190-4
PACKAGING CONTENTS
PACKAGING CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY ILLUSTRATION/
A Centre bracket 1
B Right wheel tray 2
C Left wheel tray 2
DStinger with 2" (5 cm)
receiver adaptor 1
E Centre mast 1
F Base gasket (left and right) 2
G Anti-sway hitch pin 1
H Hitch pin clip 1
I Step bolt 1
J Flat washer, 5/6" (2.1 cm) ID 1
K Nylon locknut, 1/2" (13 mm) 1
M Spring washer, 1/2" (13 mm) 1
N Flat washer, 1/2" (13 mm) 1
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Align lower holes of the centre bracket (A) with
corresponding holes at the end of the base
gasket (F) and insert both gaskets into the bracket.
A
A
F
F
E
1
1
Insert the centre mast (E) on the centre bracket such
that the holes of the vertical square tube align with
the aligned holes of the bracket and base gasket.
Insert the one top and two bottom quick release
pins (1) into the corresponding keyholes on the
centre bracket.
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2
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ASSEMBLING THE BIKE CARRIER
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 5/8" (16 mm) wrench (for two bolts on the stinger assembly).
• 3/4" (19 mm) wrench (for the anti-sway hitch pin bolt).
• 1/2" (13 mm) wrench and 3" (7.6 cm) extension (optional) (to secure the centre mast).
• Screwdriver.

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INSTRUCTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS
C
BC
B
A
Insert the right wheel trays (B) and the left
wheel trays (C) onto the rack ams of the centre
bracket (A).
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ASSEMBLY
Note: This bike carrier can be fitted to vehicles
equipped with a 1 1/4" (3.2 cm) or 2" (5 cm) hitch
receiver.
• Follow steps 7 to 9 for fitting the bike carrier to
a 2" (5 cm) hitch receiver.
• Follow steps 10 to 12 for fitting the bike carrier
to a 1 1/4" (3.2 cm) hitch receiver.
Remove the hexagon bolts (2) and washers (3) fitted
to the end of the stinger. Align holes at the end of the
stinger (D) with the upper holes of the centre
bracket (A). Insert the washer and hexagon bolt into
the aligned holes. Tighten them using 5/8" (16 mm)
wrench.
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2
A
D
5
I
K
J
Insert step bolt (I) into the aligned holes and secure
using flat washer (J) and nylon lock nut (K). Tighten
them using 1/2" (13 mm) wrench (not included).
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H
G
Tighten the anti-sway hitch pin (G) using 3/4"
(19 mm) wrench (not included) and secure it using
the hitch pin clip (H).
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Insert the anti-sway hitch pin (G) into the aligned
holes of the 2" (5 cm) receiver adaptor and hitch
receiver. Secure the pin using the spring
washer (M) and flat washer (N).
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G
M
N
STINGER INSTALLATION FOR 2" (5 CM) HITCH RECEIVER
D
4
5
Insert the 2" (5 cm) receiver adaptor (4) of the
stinger (D) into the 2" (5 cm) hitch receiver (5) of
the vehicle.
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INSTRUCTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY

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ASSEMBLY
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M
H
G
N
Secure the stinger using anti-sway hitch pin (G),
spring washer (M), flat washer (N) and hitch pin
clip (H) . Tighten the anti-sway hitch pin using
3/4" (19 mm) wrench (not included).
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1
D
7
Insert the stinger (D) into the 1 1/4" (3.2 cm) hitch
receiver (7) of the vehicle.
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D
6
4
6
6
Disassemble the 2" (5 cm) receiver adaptor (4) of the
stinger (D) by removing the two #3 cross-head
screws (6) using a screwdriver.
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STINGER INSTALLATION FOR 1 1/4" (3.2 CM) HITCH RECEIVER
CAUTION:
• Position the bicycle pedal in such a way to prevent the vehicle from being
scratched.
• Do not allow the bicycle tires to hang near the exhaust pipe of vehicle.
The hot exhaust could melt and destroy the tires.
• Check for tightness of the straps at regular intervals, as the straps may loosen
and bicycles may shift during travel. Inspect more frequently when travelling
on bumpy roads.
• Remove the bike carrier from the vehicle when not in use to avoid
additional wear on both the vehicle and the carrier.
Place the bicycles (8) in an alternating direction on
the bike carrier in such a way that the wheels of
the bicycle rest on the right wheel tray (B) and left
wheel tray (C), respectively.
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B
C
Note: Load the heaviest bicycle closest to the
vehicle.
LOADING BICYCLES ON THE BIKE CARRIER
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9
11
Push down the rack arm (9) of the centre mast
onto the top tube (10) of the bicycle until the
rack arm gets locked in its position.
Note: Press the button (11) provided at the centre
mast, and lift to release the locking of the rack
arm, while unloading the bicycle.
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Note: To enable easy loading of the bicycle, refer to
pages 10–11, steps 16–20.
OPERATION

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OPERATION
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WARNING:
Hold the centre mast firmly while removing the quick release pins so as to
prevent the user from being hit by the rack arm .
Ensure that the bike carrier is not loaded with
bicycles.
Rotate the top quick-release pin (1) upwards in
such a way that the keyhole on the centre bracket
aligns with hole on the centre mast.
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TILTING THE BIKE CARRIER
1
8
8
Secure the bicycle wheels with the left and right
wheel trays using straps (8).
15 Hold the centre mast (E) and remove the top
quick-release pin (1) from the bike carrier.
Tilt the centre mast (E) completely away from the
vehicle.
After loading, lift the centre mast back to its upright
position. Reinsert and rotate the top quick-release
pin to lock the mast in position.
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19
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E
1
E
E
Note: The bike carrier can be tilted for easy access to the rear trunk/hatch of the vehicle and to prevent damage of the
carrier or vehicle while opening the trunk lid of the vehicle.
OPERATION
CAUTION:
Make sure the centre mast (E) is tilted while opening the trunk lid of the
vehicle.
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FOLDING THE BIKE CARRIER
Lift one of the side arms (9) of the bike carrier.
Insert one of the bottom quick-release pins (1) into
the upper locking hole of the centre bracket.
Repeat the same procedure for folding the other
side arm.
Ensure that the bike carrier is not loaded with
bicycles.
Rotate the bottom quick-release pins (1) upwards
and remove the pins from the centre bracket.
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1
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1
OPERATION
NOTE: The wheel trays can be folded up while the
rack is not in use or for storage.
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