Prorack K451 User manual

K451
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
x 4 x 2 x 1 x 1
x 4 x 4 x 4 x 1
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MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P WHD
Mazda
2, 5dr Hatch 07-+ ZA 50 kgs (110 lbs) 50 kgs (110 lbs)
2, 5dr Hatch 07-14 EU 50 kgs (110 lbs) 50 kgs (110 lbs)
2, 5dr Hatch 10-+ US 50 kgs (110 lbs) 50 kgs (110 lbs)
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 4dr Sedan 10-13 US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
3, 5dr Hatch May 09-Sep 13 US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Axela, 4dr Sedan 09-13 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Axela, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Hyundai
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Accent, 5dr Hatch 12-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Elantra GT, 5dr Hatch 13-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 07-Dec 11 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 09-09 CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-15 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-15 CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-Mar 15 ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-Mar 15 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-Mar 15 AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
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i30, 5dr Hatch Oct 07-Dec 11 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
i30, 5dr Hatch Oct 07-Dec 11 AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Kia
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 06-12 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 06-12 CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 07-12 ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 12-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 12-+ CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
pro_cee'd, 3dr Hatch 07-11 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
pro_cee'd, 3dr Hatch 13-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
pro_cee'd, 3dr Hatch 13-+ CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
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A B C 1 2 3
2, 5dr Hatch 07-+ (ZA) -130mm 580mm - 795mm 725mm -
-5 -1/8ths" 22 13/16ths" - 31 5/16ths" 28 9/16ths" -
2, 5dr Hatch 07-14 (EU) -130mm 580mm - 795mm 725mm -
-5 -1/8ths" 22 13/16ths" - 31 5/16ths" 28 9/16ths" -
2, 5dr Hatch 10-+ (US) -130mm 580mm - 795mm 725mm -
-5 -1/8ths" 22 13/16ths" - 31 5/16ths" 28 9/16ths" -
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 (EU) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 847mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33 3/8ths" -
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 (AU) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 847mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33 3/8ths" -
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 (NZ) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 847mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33 3/8ths" -
3, 4dr Sedan 09-13 (CN) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 847mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33 3/8ths" -
3, 4dr Sedan 10-13 (US) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 847mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33 3/8ths" -
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 (EU) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 838mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33" -
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 (NZ) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 838mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33" -
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 (AU) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 838mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33" -
3, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 (CN) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 838mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33" -
3, 5dr Hatch May 09-Sep 13 (US) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 838mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33" -
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 (NZ) -250mm 650mm - 834mm 840mm -
-9 -13/16ths" 25 9/16ths" - 32 13/16ths" 33 1/16ths" -
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 (AU) -250mm 650mm - 834mm 840mm -
-9 -13/16ths" 25 9/16ths" - 32 13/16ths" 33 1/16ths" -
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Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 (ZA) -250mm 650mm - 834mm 840mm -
-9 -13/16ths" 25 9/16ths" - 32 13/16ths" 33 1/16ths" -
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 (EU) -250mm 650mm - 834mm 840mm -
-9 -13/16ths" 25 9/16ths" - 32 13/16ths" 33 1/16ths" -
Accent, 5dr Hatch 11-15 (CN) -250mm 650mm - 834mm 840mm -
-9 -13/16ths" 25 9/16ths" - 32 13/16ths" 33 1/16ths" -
Accent, 5dr Hatch 12-+ (US) -250mm 650mm - 834mm 840mm -
-9 -13/16ths" 25 9/16ths" - 32 13/16ths" 33 1/16ths" -
Axela, 4dr Sedan 09-13 (NZ) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 847mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33 3/8ths" -
Axela, 5dr Hatch 09-Sep 13 (NZ) -290mm 360mm - 873mm 838mm -
-11 -7/16ths" 14 3/16ths" - 34 3/8ths" 33" -
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 06-12 (EU) -90mm 730mm - 825mm 795mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 1/2ths" 31 5/16ths" -
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 06-12 (CN) -90mm 730mm - 825mm 795mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 1/2ths" 31 5/16ths" -
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 07-12 (ZA) -90mm 730mm - 825mm 795mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 1/2ths" 31 5/16ths" -
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 12-+ (EU) -95mm 620mm - 845mm 790mm -
-3 -3/4ths" 24 7/16ths" - 33 1/4ths" 31 1/8ths" -
Cee'd, 5dr Hatch 12-+ (CN) -95mm 620mm - 845mm 790mm -
-3 -3/4ths" 24 7/16ths" - 33 1/4ths" 31 1/8ths" -
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ (NZ) -120mm 750mm - 895mm 845mm -
-4 -3/4ths" 29 1/2ths" - 35 1/4ths" 33 1/4ths" -
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ (AU) -120mm 750mm - 895mm 845mm -
-4 -3/4ths" 29 1/2ths" - 35 1/4ths" 33 1/4ths" -
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ (US) -120mm 750mm - 895mm 845mm -
-4 -3/4ths" 29 1/2ths" - 35 1/4ths" 33 1/4ths" -
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ (ZA) -120mm 750mm - 895mm 845mm -
-4 -3/4ths" 29 1/2ths" - 35 1/4ths" 33 1/4ths" -
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ (EU) -125mm 745mm - 895mm 840mm -
-4 -15/16ths" 29 5/16ths" - 35 1/4ths" 33 1/16ths" -
CX-5, 5dr SUV 12-+ (CN) -125mm 745mm - 895mm 840mm -
-4 -15/16ths" 29 5/16ths" - 35 1/4ths" 33 1/16ths" -
Elantra GT, 5dr Hatch 13-+ (US) -195mm 590mm - 870mm 836mm -
-7 -11/16ths" 23 1/4ths" - 34 1/4ths" 32 15/16ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 07-Dec 11 (EU) -90mm 730mm - 834mm 804mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 13/16ths" 31 5/8ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 09-09 (CN) -90mm 730mm - 834mm 804mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 13/16ths" 31 5/8ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-15 (EU) -195mm 590mm - 870mm 836mm -
-7 -11/16ths" 23 1/4ths" - 34 1/4ths" 32 15/16ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-15 (CN) -195mm 590mm - 870mm 836mm -
-7 -11/16ths" 23 1/4ths" - 34 1/4ths" 32 15/16ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-Mar 15 (ZA) -195mm 590mm - 870mm 836mm -
-7 -11/16ths" 23 1/4ths" - 34 1/4ths" 32 15/16ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-Mar 15 (NZ) -195mm 590mm - 870mm 836mm -
-7 -11/16ths" 23 1/4ths" - 34 1/4ths" 32 15/16ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch 12-Mar 15 (AU) -195mm 590mm - 870mm 836mm -
-7 -11/16ths" 23 1/4ths" - 34 1/4ths" 32 15/16ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch Oct 07-Dec 11 (NZ) -90mm 730mm - 834mm 804mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 13/16ths" 31 5/8ths" -
i30, 5dr Hatch Oct 07-Dec 11 (AU) -90mm 730mm - 834mm 804mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 28 3/4ths" - 32 13/16ths" 31 5/8ths" -
pro_cee'd, 3dr Hatch 07-11 (EU) -270mm 450mm - 900mm 860mm -
-10 -5/8ths" 17 11/16ths" - 35 7/16ths" 33 7/8ths" -
pro_cee'd, 3dr Hatch 13-+ (EU) -330mm 370mm - 850mm 770mm -
-12 -1/1ths" 14 9/16ths" - 33 7/16ths" 30 5/16ths" -
pro_cee'd, 3dr Hatch 13-+ (CN) -330mm 370mm - 850mm 770mm -
-12 -1/1ths" 14 9/16ths" - 33 7/16ths" 30 5/16ths" -
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First Time Installation
●Remove parts from inside the package and
check. Contact your dealer if any parts are
missing or damaged.
●This kit fits type A, B, C and D.
●These instructions show type A crossbar
fitted. They also apply to type B, C and D.
●Use keys to remove covers.
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●Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting
screw 10 turns.
●Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar
legs out. Refer to the crossbar instructions
for crossbar adjustment method.
●Ensure each end of the crossbar is
adjusted equally.
●Adjust crossbar in or out to suit vehicle.
Refer to the crossbar instructions for
crossbar adjustment.
●Please check the front of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
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●Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb)
hand tight.
●Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar
leg with fingers and push firmly with
thumbs until clamp block drops out behind
leg.
●Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit)
and insert into foot.
●Repeat for all legs.
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●Refer to the underside of the pad for the
part number.
●Letters refer to the pad part numbers and
position.
●Pad Part Number:
A = 11-04-257
B = 11-04-256
C = 11-04-244
●Fit rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) to
foot. Pad may vary in shape to that shown.
●Make sure the pad fits into the holes
underneath the foot.
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Fitment
●Open or remove fixed-point covers.
●Select grubscrews and screw into the
vehicle's fixed points.
●Grubscrew length:
Kia = 60mm (2 3/8")
Mazda = 60mm (2 3/8")
Hyundai = 70mm (2 3/4")
●Do not over tighten.
●Repeat for all four positions.
●Place crossbar foot over grubscrews.
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●Tighten the plastic knob. The side with the
nut showing should be facing up.
●In the fully tightened position, the knobs
should be parallel with the vehicle.
●Repeat for all four positions.
●Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
●Use keys to fit and lock covers
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CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after
a load is applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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Maintenance
●Clean the car roof and surfaces of the
product that will be in contact with the car
roof.
●Follow the fitting instructions for fitting the
product to your vehicle. Make sure all steps
are carried out in order.
●Set crossbars a minimum distance of
700mm (27 1/2") apart where no other
distance is specified in the fitting
instructions. This is especially important
when carrying long loads.
●Check unit is securely attached whenever
you refit it to the vehicle. If the unit feels
loose, refer to the fitting instructions and
readjust.
●Some glass/panoramic roofs and radio
antennae may not be able to be used when
the product is fitted.
●Do not modify this product.
●Refer to the maximum permitted load
capacity specified in the fitting instructions.
Do not exceed the vehicle manufacturers
roof load rating if it is lower than the
maximum load capacity specified in the
fitting instructions.
●Loads should not overhang the sides of the
product and be evenly distributed with the
lowest possible centre of gravity.
●Long loads should be secured with non-
elastic straps to the front and rear of the
vehicle.
●Objects with pointed ends (e.g. ski poles)
should be carried with the pointed ends to
the rear of the vehicle.
●Remove all loose or removable objects
from the load prior to loading.
●Make sure all loads are securely fastened
with non-elastic straps. Check regularly
during longer journeys.
●A loaded roof rack system can alter the
performance of your vehicle. Be especially
aware of the effects of side winds,
changing of direction, and braking
performance. Avoid rapid acceleration and
deceleration. Drive carefully.
●Note that the total height of the vehicle
increases when upright loads are carried.
●Products should be locked during transport
if they have locks fitted.
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●Check and replace worn out or defective
parts.
●Keep the product clean and maintained.
●Never drive into a car wash with the roof
rack system fitted.
●Lubricate locks and adjusting screws at
regular intervals.
●Remove the products from the vehicle
when not in use. Make sure all loose parts
are stored safely.
●Yakima Australia Pty Ltd
17 Hinkler Court
Brendale QLD 4500
AUSTRALIA
www.whispbar.com
www.whispbar.com.au
www.whispbar.co.nz
www.whispbar.co.uk
www.whispbar.co.za
www.whispbar.eu
www.whispbar.ca
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WARRANTY & DISCLAIMER
Yakima Australia Pty Ltd ABN 58 154 440 221
17 Hinkler Court, Brendale QLD 4500
Tel: [phone] (NZ) or 1800 143 548 (AU)
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Where the product is supplied to the customer for other than business purposes within the meaning of section 43 of the New
Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the provisions of that Act shall apply. It is important that anyone who fits or uses this
product does so in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Where the product is supplied to the customer for business purposes within the meaning of section 43 of the New Zealand
Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the provisions of that Act and all other representations or terms (including any conditions or
warranty expressed or implied by law, statute or otherwise) not expressly included in this leaflet are hereby expressly excluded
shall have no effect and the clauses (a) and (b) shall apply.
Subject to the Additional Information (Australia), where the product is supplied and purchased in Australia, the following shall
apply:
THE SUPPLIER WARRANTS the product to be free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of three (3) years
from the date of original purchase (the warranty period). Proof of purchase is required. Subject to the limitations and exclusions
set out below, the Supplier hereby agrees to remedy any defects in materials or workmanship becoming apparent during the
warranty period, by replacing or repairing any defective product or component (at its option) free of charge to the purchaser in
respect of replacement parts or labour. Any defective product or component must be notified and where practicable, returned
at the purchaser’s expense to the Supplier immediately upon discovery of the alleged defect and no attempt made on the part of
the purchaser to repair it.
EXCEPTIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS TO WARRANTY. The product and/or its components must be fitted/ assembled
and loaded in accordance with the Supplier’s written instructions and any requirements set out in the car’s owner manual. This
warranty does not cover defects, loss or damage resulting from circumstances beyond the Supplier’s control including, but not
limited to misuse, overloading, or failure to assemble and/or fit the product or component in accordance with the Supplier’s
written instructions. Nor does the warranty cover defects, loss or damage resulting from accidents, unlawful use of the vehicle
or defects/inconsistencies in the vehicle on which the product or component is fitted. Liability for direct, indirect, special,
punitive, incidental, exemplary, contractual or consequential damage or loss arising from defects, faulty materials or design
omissions or negligence or workmanship in the product or its components is hereby expressly excluded subject to the following.
Certain Commonwealth legislation, including the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), and other State and Territorial
legislation confers upon purchasers rights which cannot be excluded from or be restricted or modified by contract. Any
conditions, guarantees and/or warranties implied by law and incapable of exclusion are deemed to be expressly incorporated
herein. Nothing herein contained is intended nor shall be permitted to be inconsistent with any such conditions, guarantees
and/or warranties. To the extent permitted by legislation all conditions, guarantees and/or warranties such as implied
warranties which are capable of exclusion are hereby expressly excluded and negatived.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ( AUSTRALIA )
This information should be read in conjunction with clauses (a) and (b).
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or
refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the
goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
This warranty does not change or take away your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Your right to claim under this policy for
the benefits covered is in addition to other rights and remedies you have under the law in relation to the product.
Where you become aware of defects in materials or of workmanship, and wish to make a claim under this warranty you must do the
following for the warranty to be honoured by your Prorack dealer or Yakima Australia Pty Ltd ABN 58 154 440 221 (Yakima):
Make a claim as soon as practicable by contacting the Prorack dealer from whom you purchased the product, who will give you
instructions on how to proceed.
If you are unable to contact the Prorack dealer, or the dealer is not able to remedy the defect, you should contact Yakima as
soon as practicable at:
Call: 0800 4776 722 (NZ) or 1800 143 548 (AU)
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
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Alternately, you can write to Yakima at 17 Hinkler Court, Brendale QLD Australia 4500 in order to make a claim under your
warranty.
Upon contacting Yakima directly, you should explain as fully as possible the defect. A Yakima representative will provide you
with appropriate instructions for returning the product together with a copy of the original purchase invoice or receipt to
Yakima.
The costs and expenses associated with making a claim under your warranty including the costs of complying with those
instructions and of returning the product to Yakima or the Prorack dealer will be borne by you.
Following receipt of the product and purchase invoice or receipt, Yakima or the Prorack dealer must inspect the product to determine
whether the claim falls within the warranty. If:
4.1 the claim falls within the warranty, Yakima will remedy any defects in materials or workmanship becoming apparent during the
warranty period, by replacing or repairing any defective product or component (at its option) free of charge to the purchaser in
respect of replacement parts or labour.
4.2 the claim does not fall within the warranty, Yakima will return the product to you at your expense.
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