Whispbar K454w User manual

K454W

Fitting Kit

EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier

x 1 x 1 x 4 x 2

x 4 x 2 x 2 x 2

x 4 x 4 x 2

Revision No: 3C 1

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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 C only.

Fitment

●Open or remove fixed-point covers.

●Front and centre covers only.

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●Place clamp into position as pictured.

●Hold clamp using M6 capscrew, spring

washer and flat washer.

●Leave clamp loose.

●Remove crossbar leg cover.

●Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting

screw 10 turns.

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●Fit rubber pad (supplied with crossbar) to

foot.

●Make sure the pad fits into the holes

underneath the foot.

●Remove locking screw.

●Place crossbar foot over clamp.

●Place crossbar foot over clamp. Secure

clamp to foot using M8 bolt.

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●Tighten clamp to roof.

●Set bars to length (revert to rear of these

instructions).

●Please check the rear of this manual for

information relating specifically to your

vehicle.

●Tighten adjusting screw.

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●Place nylon then steel washers on

capscrew (supplied in kit).

●Install capscrew through slot in clamp and

into internal block.

●Do not over tighten.

●Check crossbar is securely attached to the

vehicle.

●Foot to sit in position shown.

●Refit crossbar leg covers.

●Repeat for all legs.

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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

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