pro user BRILJANT User manual

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NL: Montagehandleiding en Veiligheidsvoorschriften
DE: Montageanleitung und Sicherheitsvorschriften
UK: Assembly instruction and safety regulations
FR: Notice d’assemblage et de sécurité
Fietsdrager/Fahrradträger/Bike carrier/Porte-vélos
BRILJANT

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INTRODUCTION
The Pro-User BRILJANT bike carrier is part of the family of bike carriers
manufactured by Tradekar Benelux BV.
Safe and reliable bike carrier for the transportation of 2 bicycles
Universal fitting on the tow ball
Easy fitting without the use of tools
Easy and quick storage
Including storage/carry bag
Good protection of bicycles by several foam rubber accessories
Including lighting and license plate holder
Lighting via a combined 7 and 13 -pin (Jaegers) plug
Almost no influence on the driving behaviour of your car
Read the following safety- and operating instructions
carefully and act accordingly before using the bike
carrier.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read these instructions carefully before using the product for the first time.
Do not use this product until the manual and safety regulations are read and are
entirely clear.
The assembly and installation of the bike carrier can only be done according this
instruction manual.
The steps that are mentioned and the safety regulations for assembly, handling
and use of the bike carrier need to be followed! The slightest non conformity can
lead to incorrect assembly or wrong use.
The carrier is suitable for the transport of two bikes at most. Please check the
maximum permissible ball load. You can find it on the identification plate of the
tow bar of your car (for most cars this is 75kg). The total weight of the carrier
with the bikes cannot exceed the maximum permissible ball load of the tow bar.
The maximum permissible load for the carrier itself may be 40kg.
The net weight of the carrier is 6,5kg.
Max. permissible Ball
load Weight bike carrier Max. load
50kg 6,5kg Max. 40kg
60kg 6,5kg Max. 40kg
75kg 6,5kg Max. 40kg
90kg 6,5kg Max. 40kg
Not suitable for the use on an aluminium hitch ball.
Keep these instructions in your car.
CONSUMER HELPDESK & SUPPORT
[phone] (Monday till Thursday 8:30-12:30)
[email protected]

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MOUNTING THE BIKE CARRIER
The bike carrier is already assembled in part. Remove all parts from packaging
and arrange them in a well-organized way. The instructions will clearly describe
and show the parts that you need for further assembly of the bike carrier and
mounting of the bikes.
Step 1
Parts:
Assembly:
Unfold the two hinged arms so that they are at
right angles to the base of the carrier. Next,
tighten them with the plastic knobs (M8) that are
also supplied.
Make sure that the plastic knobs are strongly
tightened!
The carrier is now ready for use!
End result:
Plastic knob (M8)
unfold

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Step 2
Parts:
Assembly:
The light frame is a loose part of the bike carrier that can be mounted on the far
ends of the unfolded arms. However, it must be assembled first.
Slide the two rear light holders (incl. lights) onto the light holder rail (make sure
that the lamp with an "R" on it is mounted on the right side) and fasten them
with the two plastic knobs.
Loosen and remove the little screws intended for the mounting of the number
plate holder from the light holder rail and fasten the number plate holder to the
rail. The number plate holder has to be level with the lighting.
End result:

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MOUNTING OF THE BIKE CARRIER ON THE CAR
When mounting the bike carrier to the car, it is best that the car is parked
straight, the engine is turned off and the parking brake is activated. Make sure
that the tow ball is undamaged, clean and not greasy!
Put the bike carrier on the tow ball. Make
sure it is optically straight and unfold the
carrier by pushing out the "legs" until more
force is needed (position similar as on the
picture).
Next, press with the flat hand the locking
handle down. Push until this is not possible
anymore (this can cost some force!)
WARNING: Please don’t hold the
locking handle with your complete
hand since this can cause some harm
on your hand!
Loosen the locking handle and the locking
system will make sure the bike carrier will
stay on the hitch ball.
Next, insert the safety pin in the in the
appropriate holes. The carrier is now ready
to carry your bikes!
Make sure that the carrier is the well
secured with the safety pin. The carrier
may not be used when the handle is
not secured with the safety pin.

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HOW TO TAKE THE BIKE CARRIER OF THE TOW BAR
When you want to put the carrier away, you follow the mounting instruction in
reverse order:
NOTE: the bike carrier can only be taken
from the tow ball when the lamp holder
frame is not mounted!
(situation as shown on the picture)
To release the bike carrier from the hitch
ball, first take out the safety pin.
Press down the locking handle with the
flat hand and tilt the bike carrier up with
your other hand (or by your fingers) on the
black handle.
WARNING: Because of the high tension
on bike carrier, the locking handle can
be pushed up by a high speed and with
a lot of force!!
Remove the bike carrier from the tow ball and then fold it together (note your
fingers!).
Now the bike carrier can be folded together and be stored.

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MOUNTING OF THE BIKES ON THE BIKE CARRIER
NOTE: The number plate and lights can only be mounted after having mounted
the bikes.
The bikes are well protected by several foam rubber accessories. It is possible to
move these foam rubber accessories, to provide optimum protection for your
bike.
1) The frame is protected by the foam rubber on the arms
2) The "legs" of the carrier have two foam rubber rolls that protect the bike
frame on the side
3) Two rectangular foam rubber accessories can be placed in between the bikes
(hanging on the arms).
Mounting of the bikes on the bike carrier: In principal, the frames of the bike are
hanging on the horizontal arms.
Remove all parts from the bikes that could easily be lost (E-
bike batteries, bike pumps, speedometers, baskets, panniers,
bicycle seats etc.) during transport. These parts may become
loose by the increased air resistance and vibration and put
other road users at risk.
The first (and heaviest, max 20kg) bike has
to be placed in the rear foam holders (the
one which are the nearest to the car) and
must be secured with the integrated,
flexible rubber strap.
Next, the front wheel must be fastened with
the supplied straps of ~65cm. This to
protect the wheel from moving/turning.
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Place the second bike in opposite direction in the second foam holders and
secure it with the integrated, flexible rubber strap.
Now secure the bikes using the long safety belt (supplied). Run the safety
belt through the bike frame and around the bike carrier mainframe and tighten
firmly.
If the bikes are firmly tight, the lighting can be mounted.
Slide the pre-mounted light frame with number plate into the ends of the arms
(lamps are adjustable, so it should always fit). Secure the light frame with the
two safety pins.
Now connect the electric connector (7 or 13 pin) into socket of the car and check
the lights for a proper operation.
ATTENTION: Driving the bike carrier without light frame (including
license plate) is not allowed!

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THE LICENSEPLATEHOLDER
The clips (2) to mount the license plate can be pressed out and are in the license
plate holder (see picture).
clips
Inserts for clips
LIGHTING
This bike carrier is equipped with a lighting system. This system can be
connected to the tow bar power socket of your car. Seeing that there are
different kinds of sockets that require different
kinds of plugs, this carrier comes with the
usual 7-pin plug and the 13-pin plug
(Jaegers). As a result, the carrier can be used
with any tow bar!
Both plugs are in one housing. Please cover
the plug you don’t use with the supplied cover.
Universal system 7 pin
1/L
2/54G
3/31
4/R
5/58R
6/54
7/58L
Indicator left
Not used
Ground
Indicator right
Rear light right
Stop lights
Rear light left
yellow
white
green
brown
red
black
Jaegers system 13 pin
(DIN 72.570)
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Indicator left
Not used
Ground
Indicator right
Rear light right
Stop lights
Rear light left
Not used
Not used
Not used
Not used
Ground
Not used
yellow
white
green
brown
red
black

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SAFETY REGULATIONS
Keep the tow ball clean and free of grease.
Check the bike carrier before use if there is any damage. Damaged or worn parts
need to be replaced immediately. Only use original replacement parts.
Do not make any modifications on the bike carrier (mechanical or electronic)
This can be very dangerous. Warranty claims will not be accepted and we can not
guarantee the correct functionality of the bike carrier, if you done modifications.
We are not responsible for damage caused as result of incorrect assembly,
installation or modification.
Check the correct operation of the lighting at regularly.
Always make sure that the bikes are firmly fixed by using the belts.
Always use the extra safety belt, for extra protection of your bikes. Run the
safety belt trough the U-frame and the frames of the bikes, and pull this firmly.
Make sure that no parts of the bike can get lost during driving (battery, pump,
basket, saddlebags, etc.). Always remove these before driving!
Check regularly if all the belts, knobs and fixations are firmly secured and if
necessary secure them again.
Do not cover the bikes with a cover while driving.
Driving with a bike carrier affects the performance of your car.
Adjust your speed accordingly (max 120km/h). Try to avoid
sudden braking and steering movements.
Please remember when driving in reverse that the
car is longer than usual!
In addition, pay attention to the regulatory requirements
applicable to the transport of goods at the back of your vehicle.
When you have a vehicle with electronic parking sensors, an error message can
come when the bike carrier is mounted. Switch off the parking system during the
use of the bike carrier.
If the car is equipped with an automatic opening of the trunk, this must be
switched off or only opened manually, if the bike carrier is mounted.
Take the bike carrier of the tow ball before using the carwash.
The bike carrier is not suitable for “off road” use.
Take the bike carrier of the tow ball if not used.

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After use, the carrier can be easily stored in the boot of your car or at home, in
the shed or garage. A practical carrier bag is supplied with the bike carrier, so
everything can be stored away neatly.
In case of defects or problems please contact your Pro-User supplier.
MAINTENANCE
Always store the bike carrier clean and dry after use. If necessary spray with the
water hose to remove mud and other filthy stuff.
Keep the tow ball of the car clean and free of grease.
Keep the connector of the bike carrier clean and free of grease.
Check the bike carrier regular if there is any damage. Damaged or worn parts
need to be replaced immediately. Use only original replacement parts.
The nuts and bolts of the bike carrier need to be checked regular, if necessary
tighten them again.
If there is a damage on the powder coating of the bike carrier this need to be
treated with paint immediately.
Rotating and moving parts need to be oiled regularly.
GUARANTEE
This product is covered by a 2 year warranty. Please note that our guarantee
covers reasonable use of the bike carrier, it does NOT cover any damage caused
by misuse. This also applies to a malfunction or failure of the bike carrier that
has been caused by poor or incorrect installation. To ensure the validity of the
guarantee please carry out maintenance in accordance with the maintenance
section. Warranty claim without proof of purchase is not possible. We reserve the
right to make a call out and/or repair charge for any work required to be
undertaken to rectify faults that are outside of the warranty i.e. incorrect or poor
fitting, misuse, accidental damage, etc.

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PART LIST
Pos
no. Description Number
Size
1 Plastic knob 2 M8
2 Spring washer 2 M8
2b Washer 2 M8
3 Hex head screw 2 M6x40
4 Self-locking nut 2 M6
5 Washer 4 M6
6 Mainframe 1
7 Washer 2 M8
8 Hex head screw 2 M8x40
9 Hinged arm 2
10 Flexible rubber strap 4
11 Foam rubber 4
12 Plastic clip for rubber strap 4
13 Rectangular foam rubber 2
14 Safety pin 2
15 Right rear light 1
16 Light holder real (R/L) 2
17 Washer 2 M5
18 Screw 2
19 License plate holder 1
20 Left rear light 1
21 Light holder rail 1
22 Plastic knob 2 M6
23 Hex head screw 2 M8x45
23b Washer 4 M8
24 Connection part 2
25 Self-locking nut 2 M8
26 Safety pin 1
27 Foam rubber rolls 2
28 Hex head screw 1 M8x45
29 Self-locking nut 1 M8
30 Locking handle right-part 1
31 Rivet 1
32 Locking handle left-part 1
33 Handle for press 1
34 Self-locking nut 2 M8
35 Spring under handle 1
36 Spring pin 1
37 Bushing 1
38 Washer 2 M8
39 Nylon washer 10 M8
40 End-cup 4 25X25
41 Washer 4 M5
42 Spring washer 4 M5
43 Nut 4 M5
44 End-cup 4 25X15

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