Prorack K823 User manual

K823
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
ES Instrucciones de montaje para el sistema
de transporte
FInstructions de montage pour Basic Carrier
x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1
x 2 x 2 x 2 x 2
x 2 x 2
Revision No: 1A 1

Fitting Kit K823
MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P WHD
Audi
A6 , 4dr Sedan 12-+ NZ 45 kgs (99 lbs) 45 kgs (99 lbs)
A6 , 4dr Sedan 12-+ AU 45 kgs (99 lbs) 45 kgs (99 lbs)
A6 , 4dr Sedan 12-+ EU 45 kgs (99 lbs) 45 kgs (99 lbs)
A6 , 4dr Sedan 12-+ ZA 45 kgs (99 lbs) 45 kgs (99 lbs)
A6 , 4dr Sedan 12-+ US 45 kgs (99 lbs) 45 kgs (99 lbs)
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Fitting Kit EN
K823
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.
NOTE: Clamp images in these instructions may
not be representative of the clamps in this kit
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Fitting Kit EN
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●Use keys to remove covers.
●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.
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●Remove locking screw.
●Apply protective strip as shown.
Trim if required.
●A = Clear
B = Grey
●It is important to put the clamps in the
correct position on the vehicle.
●Letters refer to the part numbers stamped
on clamps.
●Clamp Part Number:
A = A369
B = A370
C = A371
D = A372
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●Attach clamp to each leg. NOTE; clamps
may have labels showing their positions on
the vehicle (For example; "Front Right").
●Refit locking screw so that it goes through
the hole in the clamp. Do not begin to
tighten the locking screw.
●Refer to the underside of the pad for the
part number.
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●It is important to put the pads in the correct
position on the vehicle.
●Letters refer to the pad part numbers and
position.
●Pad Part Number:
A = 295A
B = 296A
●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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Fitting Kit EN
K823
Fitment
●Place crossbar on vehicle. Minimum
recommended spacing between the bars is
700mm (27 1/2") (unless otherwise stated).
●Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
●Adjust the legs on the crossbar so that they
are positioned equally from the ends of the
crossbar, and the clamps engage firmly on
the body work of the vehicle.
●Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb)
hand tight.
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Fitting Kit EN
K823
●Tighten locking screw on both legs evenly.
●Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
●Use keys to fit and lock covers
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Fitting Kit EN
K823
CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after
a load is applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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Fitting Kit EN
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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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Fitting Kit EN
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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 Products, Inc.
15025 SW Koll Pkwy.
Beaverton, OR 97006-6056
USA
888-925-4621 (US)
Yakima Australia Pty Ltd
17 Hinkler Ct
Brendale QLD 4500
Brisbane
Australia
1800 143 548 (AU)
0800 4776 722 (NZ)
www.prorackgear.com
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Fitting Kit ES
K823
Primera instalación
●Retire las piezas del embalaje y confirme
su contenido. Póngase en contacto con su
vendedor en el caso de que falten piezas o
éstas estén dañadas.
●Este kit se adecua a los tipos A, B, C y D.
●Estas instrucciones muestran la barra de
techo tipo A montada. También se aplican
a los tipos B, C y D.
NOTA: Los ganchos en este Kit de Fijación
pueden diferir de las que usted ve en la figura.
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Fitting Kit ES
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●Utilice las llaves para retirar la tapa.
●Utilice la llave Allen para desatornillar los
tornillos de ajuste en 10 vueltas.
●Presione el tornillo de ajuste y tire de los
pies de la barra hacia fuera. Consulte las
instrucciones de montaje de las barras
para su ajuste.
●Asegúrese de que las extremidades de la
barra estén ajustadas de forma igual.
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●Retire el tornillo de bloqueo.
●Aplique la tira de protección como se
muestra.
Recorte si fuera necesario.
●A = Clara
B = Gris
●Es importante colocar los ganchos en la
posición correcta en el vehículo.
●Las letras se refieren a la referencia
marcada en los ganchos.
●Referencia del gancho:
A = A369
B = A370
C = A371
D = A372
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Fitting Kit ES
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●Ponga el gancho metálico en cada pie de
barra. NOTA: Los ganchos podrán tener
información sobre su posición de
colocación en el vehículo (Ejemplo:
Delantera derecha).
●Recoloque los tornillos de bloqueo hasta
que este se atornille al agujero en el
gancho. No apriete el tornillo de bloqueo
todavía.
●La referencia de la almohadilla está en la
parte de abajo de la misma.
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●Es importante colocar los almohadilla en la
posición correcta en el vehículo.
●Las letras se refieren a la referencia de las
almohadillas.
●Referencia de almohadilla:
A = 295A
B = 296A
●Ajuste las almohadillas de goma a la base
del pie de la barra (suministradas con el kit
de fijación).
●Asegúrese de que la almohadilla encaja
correctamente en la base del pie de la
barra.
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Montaje
●Ponga la barra en el vehículo. Las
distáncia mínima recomendada entre
barras es de 700mm.
●PF ver documento adjunto 1 para detalles
específicos de su vehículo.
●Ajuste los pies al largo de la barra para que
se encuentren a la misma distáncia de la
barra de techo y que los ganchos metálicos
se fijen firmemente en la carrocería.
●Apriete el tornillo de ajuste a 5Nm (3.7 ft
lb).
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●Apriete el tornillo de bloqueo en ambos
pies uniformemente.
●Asegúrese de que la barra esté fijada al
vehículo de forma segura.
●Utilice las llaves para instalar y cerrar las
cubiertas.
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Fitting Kit ES
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ATENCIÓN: Verifique regularmente si los tornillos
están apretados.
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