Whispbar K327W Operation and installation manual

K327W
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
CZ Pokyny pro montáž základních nosičů
HU Felszerelési útmutató a tetőcsomagtartóhoz
SK Pokyny pre montáž základných nosičov
x 4 x 4 x 4 x 4
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Fitting Kit EN
K327W
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.
●Assemble front and rear plugs to tracks.
Note: Rear plug shown in picture.
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●Carefully select position on vehicle roof
making sure that your crossbar lengths will
match selected positions for the tracks.
●Apply long lengths of masking tape to
vehicle roof in both positions.
●Repeat for all four positions.
●Make sure there is no interference between
what you intend to carry with aerials,
sunroof or tailgate.
●Tracks can be fitted either parallel or
tapered to match vehicle roof shape.
●Parallel Tracks:
A1 & A2 are equal
B1 & B2 are equal
C1 & C2 are equal
D1 & D2 are equal
●Tapered Tracks:
A1 & A2 are different
B1 & B2 are equal
C1 & С2 are equal
D1 & D2 are equal
●With help from another person, carefully lay
tracks over the masking tape and mark
rivet hole positions with a pencil or pen.
●Take care not to move the tracks until the
holes are marked out.
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●Use drill bit supplied, to drill rivet holes in
marked positions.
●Take care not to drill too deep.
●Remove masking tape and apply silicon
sealant around drilled holes.
●Sit tracks on roof and line up tracks with
drilled holes.
●Insert rivets through the tracks and into
drilled holes.
●Fit pop rivet nozzle supplied with tracks to
your rivet gun.
Note: It is a standard thread to fit most rivet
guns. Use low pressure on air rivet guns.
●Ensure that the front plugs are at the front
of the track and rear plugs at the rear.
●Rivet tracks to roof.
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●Slide metal T-bolt into the track channel via
the entrance on the rear end plug. Two per
track.
Fitment
●Use keys to remove covers.
●Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting
screw 10 turns.
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●Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar
legs out. Refer to the crossbar instructions
for crossbar adjustment.
●Ensure each end of the crossbar is
adjusted equally.
●Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar
leg with fingers and push firmly with
thumbs until clamp block drops out behind
leg.
●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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●Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit)
and insert into foot.
●Repeat for all legs.
●Adjust crossbar in or out to suit vehicle.
Refer to the crossbar instructions for
crossbar adjustment.
●Ensure that the crossbar is adjusted evenly
at both ends.
●Mount crossbar over metal T-bolt.
●Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb).
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●Tighten the red plastic knob.
●Ensure the red plastic knob is in the
position shown when fully tightened.
●Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
●Use keys to fit and lock covers
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 Products, Inc.
15025 SW Koll Pkwy.
Beaverton, OR 97006-6056
USA
www.whispbar.com
www.whispbar.ca
www.whispbar.eu
www.whispbar.co.uk
www.whispbar.co.za
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