CPE 100318 User manual

12039 Smith Ave.
Santa Fe Springs, CA. 90670
www.ChampionPowerEquipment.com
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Important Safety Instructions
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MADE IN CHINA
REV 100318-20160408
100318
MODEL NUMBER
OWNER’S MANUAL
4-BIKE CARRIER
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***Do not return this product to the retailer where purchased.***
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing your new CPE Adjustable Bike Carrier from Champion Power Equipment. This Carrier
is specifically designed for use on the back of your vehicle and not on Trailers or Motorhomes.
With proper use & maintenance, this Bike Carrier will bring years of satisfying service!
Should you ever have any questions or issues with your Bike Carrier, please call us for assistance.
Do Not Use on back of Trailers,
Motorhomes, or on Off-road Terrain.
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For residents of California:
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects
and other reproductive harm.

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SAFETY!
Read Manual thoroughly before installing & using
your Bike Carrier. Failure to follow instructions could
result in serious injury to person or property.
WARNING:
The Bicycle Carrier SHOULD NOT be used for
TOWING or any pulling purpose. Not for use behind
a 5th Wheel or Travel Trailer.
WARNING:
DO NOT exceed rated capacity of this Bike Carrier.
Load no more than 4-Bicycles, weighing less than
200-lbs total.
DO NOT use this Bike Carrier for transporting or
carrying other items or materials besides Bicycles.
WARNING:
ALWAYS secure your Bicycles to the Carrier using
the frame Cradles & Straps. Additional Rope,
Bungee Cords, or Cable Locks may be used for
additional security & stability.
If a Strap appears worn or frayed, replace it
immediately.
Check Straps and Cradles regularly during use. It’s
a good practice to stop your vehicle after 500 feet
and check security of mounted bicycles.
This Bike Carrier was not constructed to protect
Bicycles from severe abuse in off-highway driving
conditions. Bumpy roads may cause mounted
Bicycles to move & shift in transit, resulting in
property damage.
DO NOT let Bicycle Tires hang near exhaust pipes of
your vehicle. Hot exhaust may cause damage to Tires.
CAUTION:
This Bike Carrier is designed to attach securely
to most automobile receiver hitches. Due to
variations in automobile design & utility, we cannot
guarantee this product will fit all vehicles. It is your
responsibility to ensure safe & proper use of this
product.
The Carrier is designed for use on Passenger
Cars, Trucks and SUV’s with appropriate receiver
capacity. Improper use & attachment of Carrier to
your Vehicle may be hazardous to your Bicycles,
Vehicles or other Vehicles driving behind you.
WARNING:
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WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
Extra Parts
Extra Parts
#Part Number Description Qty
A100318-A Horizontal Bar With Cradle
Assembly 1
B100318-B Support Pole Assembly 1
C100318-C 2 in. x 2 in. Square Hitch
Assembly 1
D100318.23 Adapter 2 in. - 1.25 in. 1
E100318.14 R-Pin 3 x 60 1
FGB97.1 Ø16 Flat Washer Ø16 1
G50063-4 Bolt M16 x 92 1
H100318.09 R-Pin 2 x 38 1
IGB97.1 Ø12 Flat Washer Ø12 1
J50063-3 Bolt M12 x 60 1
K100318.24 Bolt Cap 2
LGB6186 M8 Lock Nut M8 2
M100318.10 Allen Bolt M8 x 60 2
N100318.25 Strap 2m 1
#Part Number Description Qty
1100318.09 R-Pin 2 x 38 6
2GB6186 M8 Lock Nut M8 4
3100189.15 Plastic Spacer
1.5 x 15 x 36 2
4100318.26 Hex Socket Bolt M8 x 65 4
5GB / T 5356-1988
M12
Allen Wrench for M12 Allen
Bolt 1
6GB / T 5356-1988
M8
Allen Wrench for M8 Allen
Bolt 1
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SPECIFICATIONS
Parts Diagram & List
#Part Number Description Qty
1100318.01 2 in. x 2 in. Square Hitch 1
2100318.02 Support Pole 1
3100318.03 Horizontal Bar 1
4100318.04 Cradle Assembly 4
5100318.0 Round Reflector 1
6GB/T820 M6x12 Screw M6 x 12 8
7GB6186 M6 Lock Nut M6 8
8100318.08 Straight Pin 8 x 60 4
9100318.09 R-Pin 2 x 38 5
10 100318.10 Allen Bolt M8 x 60 2
11 GB6186 M8 Lock Nut M8 2
12 100189.15 Plastic Spacer
1.5 x 15 x 36 2
13 100318.13 Straight Pin 12 x 88 1
14 100318.14 R-Pin 3 x 60 2
15 GB70.1 M12x80 Allen Bolt M12 x 80 2
16 GB97.1 Ø12 Flat Washer Ø12 5
17 100318.17 Buffer Pipe 1
18 GB6186 M12 Lock Nut M12 2
19 100318.18 Square Plastic Cap 1
20 50063-4 Bolt M16 x 92 1
21 GB97.1 Ø16 Flat Washer Ø16 1
22 50063-3 Bolt M12 x 60 1
23 100318.23 Adapter 2 in. - 1.25 in. 1
24 100318.24 Bolt Cap 2
25 100318.25 Strap 2m 1
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ASSEMBLY
1) Insert Square Hitch Tube(1) into Receiver Tube of
your vehicle. Secure before next step.
2) Insert Support Pole(2) into Square Hitch Tube (1)
making sure to align Bolt Holes.
3) Secure Support Pole(2) to Square Hitch Tube(1)
using a M12 x 80 Allen Bolt(15), two Ø12 Flat
Washers(16) & M12 Lock Nut(18).
4) Secure position of Support Pole(2) with Straight
Pin(13) & R-Pin(14).
5) Slide Horizontal Bar(3) over Support Pole(2). Secure
with M8 x 60 Allen Bolts(10), M8 Lock Nuts(11) and
Bolt Caps(24).
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If the Bike Carrier is not properly installed, possible
property damage & bodily injury may occur. Please
read & fully understand all instructions before starting
assembly. If any questions arise please call our help line
at 1-877-338-0999.
NOTE:This product ships from our factory partially assembled.
Clear away a dry clean space on the floor or a table to
assemble Bike Carrier.
Remove all contents from box & locate all components.
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ASSEMBLY
Assembling 1.25 in. Adapter
Vehicles with a 1.25 in. Hitch Receiver, please use
1.25 in. adapter supplied with this Bike Carrier.
Please follow the labels on 1.25 in. Hitch Adapter for
proper insertion of the Hitch Adapter & Bolts.
NOTE:
1) Align & insert 1.25 in. Square Hitch Adapter(23) into
2 in. Square Hitch Tube(1) on Bike Carrier, as shown in
image below.
2) Secure Hitch Adapter to Hitch Tube using M16 x 92
Bolt(20), Ø16 Flat Washer(21) & R-Pin(14).
Note: The M16 x 92 Bolt(20) must be inserted in proper
direction as shown below.
3) Once properly inserted & secured to Bike Carrier,
slide 1.25 in. Square Hitch Adapter into the 1.25 in.
Receiver Tube of your vehicle.
4) Secure Bike Carrier to your Vehicle using a M12 x 60
Bolt(22), Ø12 Flat Washer(16) & R-Pin(9).
Note: The M12 x 60 Bolt(22) must be inserted in proper
direction as shown below.
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Now your Bike Carrier is assembled, follow these instructions below for safe & proper use.
1) Slide the Square Hitch Tube into Receiver Tube of
your Vehicle. Secure Hitch using M12 x 60 Bolt(22),
Ø12 Flat Washer(16) & R-Pin(9) provided.
2) Lift a bicycle up to Horizontal Bar of Bike Carrier &
place Bike Frame onto Cradle Assembly(4). See image.
3) Take Cradle Strap & wrap it over Bike Frame, then
through Ring on Cradle. See image.
4) Double Strap over Ring and wrap back around tightly
over Bicycle Frame. Wrap all the way around until end of
Strap links with tab. See image below.
5) Repeat actions for additional bicycles.
MOUNTING
Before every use, verify all components are in good working order. Secure & tighten all
hardware before mounting Bicycles to Carrier. Make sure all Straps & Ties are in good
condition and not worn or frayed.
NOTE:
– ALWAYS secure your Bicycles to Carrier using
frame Cradles & Straps.
– If any part appears to be worn, frayed, loose,
or broken; DO NOT use Bike Carrier. Please
tighten & replace worn or damaged parts before
use.
– Additional Rope, Bungee Cords, or Cable Locks
may be used for additional security & stability.
CAUTION:
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6) Depending on your style of Bicycle Frame, you may
need to adjust angle of Cradle Assembly.
You may also need to adjust Angle of Cradle Assembly to
accommodate multiple Bicycles. Simply remove Straight
Pin(8) and rotate Cradle Assembly. Re-insert Locking
Pin to secure.
MOUNTING
7) Use Strap located on Support Bar to loop through
Bicycle Wheels to prevent movement during transit.
8) Make sure all Bicycles are secure & stable before
moving Vehicle.
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Check Straps & Cradles regularly during use. It’s a
good practice to stop your vehicle after 500-feet &
check security of your mounted Bicycles.
NOTE:
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WARRANTY
CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty Qualifications
Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this warranty upon
receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales
receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of purchase.
Please submit your warranty registration and your proof of purchase
within ten (10) days of the date of purchase.
Repair/Replacement Warranty
CPE warrants to the original purchaser that the mechanical and
electrical components will be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year (parts and labor) from
the original date of purchase and 90 days (parts and labor) for
commercial and industrial use. Transportation charges on product
submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty are the sole
responsibility of the purchaser. This warranty only applies to the
original purchaser and is not transferable.
Do Not Return The Unit To The Place Of Purchase
Contact CPE’s Technical Service and CPE will troubleshoot any issue
via phone or e-mail. If the problem is not corrected by this method,
CPE will, at its option, authorize evaluation, repair or replacement
of the defective part or component at a CPE Service Center. CPE
will provide you with a case number for warranty service. Please
keep it for future reference. Repairs or replacements without prior
authorization, or at an unauthorized repair facility, will not be covered
by this warranty.
Warranty Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following repairs and equipment:
Normal Wear
Products with mechanical and electrical components need periodic
parts and service to perform well. This warranty does not cover repair
when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment as a
whole.
Installation, Use and Maintenance
This warranty will not apply to parts and/or labor if the product is
deemed to have been misused, neglected, involved in an accident,
abused, loaded beyond the product’s limits, modified, installed
improperly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component.
Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty and is not
required to be performed at a facility or by a person authorized by
CPE.
Other Exclusions
This warranty excludes:
– Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc.
– Wear items such as filter elements, o-rings, etc.
– Accessory parts such as starting batteries, and storage covers.
– Failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events
beyond the manufacturer’s control.
– Problems caused by parts that are not original Champion Power
Equipment parts.
Limits of Implied Warranty and Consequential Damage
Champion Power Equipment disclaims any obligation to cover
any loss of time, use of this product, freight, or any incidental
or consequential claim by anyone from using this product. THIS
WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
A unit provided as an exchange will be subject to the warranty of the
original unit. The length of the warranty governing the exchanged
unit will remain calculated by reference to the purchase date of the
original unit.
This warranty gives you certain legal rights which may change from
state to state or province to province. Your state or province may also
have other rights you may be entitled to that are not listed within this
warranty.
Contact Information
Address
Champion Power Equipment, Inc.
Customer Service
12039 Smith Ave.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA
www.championpowerequipment.com
Customer Service
Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT)
Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999
[e-mail]
Fax no.: 1-562-236-9429
Technical Service
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Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999
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24/7 Tech Support: 1-562-204-1188
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