Whispbar K716W User manual

K716W
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
DMontageanleitung für Basisträgersystem
ES Instrucciones de montaje para el sistema
de transporte
FInstructions de montage pour Basic Carrier
NO Monteringsanvisning for takstativ
PT Instruções de Montagem para sistema de
transporte.
RU Установочные Инструкции для
Поперечных Балок
x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1
x 2 x 1 x 1 x 2
x 2 x 2 x 1 x 1
Revision No: 1A 1

Fitting Kit K716W
MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P WHD
Toyota
Rav 4 , 5dr SUV Jan 13-+ NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Rav 4 , 5dr SUV Jan 13-+ AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Rav 4 , 5dr SUV Jan 13-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Rav 4 , 5dr SUV Jan 13-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
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Fitting Kit EN
K716W
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.
●Set bars to length (revert to rear of these
instructions).
●Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
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Fitting Kit EN
K716W
●Tighten adjusting screw to 3 Nm (2.2 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.
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Fitment
●Open or remove fixed-point covers.
●Store items away in a safe place.
●Letters refer to the part numbers stamped
on clamps.
●Clamp Part Number:
A = 239A
B = 241A
●Hook clamps into the fixed points on the
vehicle.
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●Place ditch mould insert over the clamp.
●Repeat at other end.
●Refer to the underside of the pad for the
part number.
●Letters refer to the pad part numbers and
position.
●Pad Part Number:
A = 296
B = 297
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Fitting Kit EN
K716W
●Place pads on roof as per diagram. Screw
thread should be vertically through square
hole in pad.
●Place crossbar foot over clamp bolt.
●Tighten the plastic knob. The side with the
nut showing should be facing up.
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Fitting Kit EN
K716W
●Ensure the plastic knob is in the position
shown when fully tightened.
●Repeat at other end.
●Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
●Use keys to fit and lock covers
●Use keys to remove covers.
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Fitting Kit EN
K716W
●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.
●Remove locking screw.
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●Apply protective strip as shown.
Trim if required.
●A, B = Clear
C, D = 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 = 055A
B = 056A
●Attach clamp to each leg. NOTE; clamps
may have labels showing their positions on
the vehicle (For example; "Front Right").
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●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.
●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 = 244
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Fitting Kit EN
K716W
●Place rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit)
on the vehicle roof. Pad may vary in shape
to that shown.
●Make sure the pad fits into the holes
underneath the foot.
●Clamps directly to edge of roof under the
doors
●Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
●Place crossbar on vehicle. Minimum
recommended spacing between the bars is
700mm (27 1/2") (unless otherwise stated).
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●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 3 Nm (2.2 ft lb)
hand tight.
●Tighten locking screw on both legs evenly,
3 Nm (2.2 ft lb).
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K716W
●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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K716W
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.
Archimedesbaan 25
3439 ME Nieuwegein
The Netherlands
[phone]
www.whispbar.eu
www.whispbar.co.uk
●Yakima Products, Inc.
15025 SW Koll Pkwy.
Beaverton, OR 97006-6056
USA
www.whispbar.com
www.whispbar.ca
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Fitting Kit D
K716W
Erstinstallation
●Komponenten aus der Verpackung
nehmen und überprüfen. Setzen Sie sich
mit Ihrem Händler in Verbindung, sollten
Teile fehlen oder beschädigt sein!
●Dieses Kit ist für die Typen A, B, C und D.
●Dargestellt ist der Querträger des Typs A.
Die Anweisungen gelten aber auch für die
Typen B, C und D!
●Abdeckungen mit Schlüsseln abnehmen.
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Fitting Kit D
K716W
●Innensechskantschlüssel benutzen und
Stellschraube mit 10 Umdrehungen lösen.
●Befestigungsschraube eindrücken und
Querträgerschenkel ausziehen. Siehe
Anweisungen für das Einstellen der
Querträger!
●Sicherstellen, dass beide Enden der
Querträger gleich lang eingestellt sind
(Maß 'x', s. Abb.).
●Beide Stangen auf Länge einstellen. (siehe
Rückseite dieser Anleitung)
●Im hinteren Teil dieser
Bedienungsanleitung finden Sie
Informationen speziell für Ihr Fahrzeug.
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Fitting Kit D
K716W
●Stellschraube mit 3 Nm / 2.2 ft lb anziehen.
●Klemmblock nach hinten drücken und so
entfernen.
●Innenblock aus dem Montage-Kit in den
Fuß einsetzen.
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