Whisper K744W Operation and installation manual

K744W
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
x 8 x 1 x 1 x 4
x 4 x 4 x 8 x 4
x 2 x 2 x 4 x 1
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MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P WHD
Hyundai
ix35 , 5dr SUV 10-13 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
ix35 , 5dr SUV 10-13 AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
ix35 , 5dr SUV 10-13 ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
ix35 , 5dr SUV 10-13 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Tucson , 5dr SUV 10-13 US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
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Items you will require:
●Tape measure
Pen
Flat-head screwdriver
Craft knife
Cordless drill
Depth stop
Vacuum cleaner
Rust inhibitor
Small paint brush
Neutral cure silicon sealant
Rivet gun
Attention:
●Attaches with riveted mounts under rubber
ditch mould. Professional installation
advised.
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.
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●Use keys to remove covers.
●Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting
screw 10 turns.
●Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar
leg with fingers and push firmly with
thumbs until clamp block drops out behind
leg.
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●Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit)
and insert into foot.
●Repeat for all legs.
Permanent Mount Fitment
●Measure from the front of the ditch mould
at 520mm and 1220mm.
●Apply masking tape to vehicle roof in all
four positions.
●Mark reference point on masking tape with
a pen.
●Carefully cut tape to seperate ditch mould
from roof.
●Repeat for all four positions.
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●Lift and pull ditch moulding back towards
you and remove from the vehicle.
●Apply masking tape to ditch in all four
positions.
●Place mount into position as pictured.
●Line up the centre hole in the mounting
block with the marked reference points.
●Repeat for all four positions.
●Mark reference point on masking tape with
a pen.
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●Mark as shown.
●CAUTION: Maximum depth 7mm.
Use 7mm drillstop over supplied 4.9mm
drill bit.
Drill two outside holes at marked positions.
●Remove tape.
●Vacuum and clean swarf from channel.
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●Treat holes to prevent corrosion.
●Apply neutral cure silicon sealant in and
around drilled holes.
●Install rivets through permanent mount
blocks.
●Rivet into place.
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●Fit plastic plugs to permanent mount blocks
over rivet heads.
●Installed as shown.
●Assemble as shown.
●Line up the centre hole in the mounting
block with the marked reference points.
●Record the dimension from the reference
point to the centre hole.
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●Re-install ditch mould in roof channel.
●Transfer reference points to ditch mould.
●Lift and pull ditch moulding back towards
you and remove from the vehicle.
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●Use drill bit supplied, to drill holes in
marked positions.
●Re-install ditch mould in roof channel.
●Align holes.
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●Select grubscrews and screw into the
vehicle's fixed points.
●Do not over tighten.
●Repeat for all four positions.
●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.
●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 = 222A
B = 223A
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●Clamps directly to edge of roof under the
doors, pin locates in hole on vehicle
●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).
●Place crossbar foot over grubscrews.
●Tighten the plastic knob.
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●Ensure the plastic knob is in the position
shown when fully tightened.
●Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb)
hand tight.
●Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
●Use keys to fit and lock covers
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●If crossbars are removed, please install the
rubber plugs into the ditch moulding.
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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A B C 1 2 3
ix35, 5dr SUV 10-13 (NZ) -90mm 600mm - 880mm 830mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 23 5/8ths" - 34 5/8ths" 32 11/16ths" -
ix35, 5dr SUV 10-13 (AU) -90mm 600mm - 880mm 830mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 23 5/8ths" - 34 5/8ths" 32 11/16ths" -
ix35, 5dr SUV 10-13 (ZA) -90mm 600mm - 880mm 830mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 23 5/8ths" - 34 5/8ths" 32 11/16ths" -
ix35, 5dr SUV 10-13 (EU) -90mm 600mm - 880mm 830mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 23 5/8ths" - 34 5/8ths" 32 11/16ths" -
Tucson, 5dr SUV 10-13 (US) -90mm 600mm - 880mm 830mm -
-3 -9/16ths" 23 5/8ths" - 34 5/8ths" 32 11/16ths" -
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Technical Assistance or Replacement Parts: Contact your dealer or visit: www.whispbar.com or call [phone] Monday through
Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm, PST
This limited lifetime warranty covers all Whispbar-brand products* and rack components manufactured by Yakima Products, Inc.
(Yakima), and is effective for as long as the original retail purchaser owns the product. This warranty terminates when the original
retail purchaser sells or otherwise transfers the product to any other person. Subject to Yakima’s inspection of the product, Yakima
will remedy defects in materials and/or workmanship by repairing or replacing, at Yakima’s option, the defective product without
charge for parts or labor, subject to the limitations and exclusions described in this warranty. Yakima may elect, at its option, not to
repair or replace a defective product, in which case Yakima will issue to the original retail purchaser, at Yakima’s option, either a
refund equal to the purchase price paid for the product, or a credit to be used toward the purchase of new Whispbar products or
rack components. This warranty does not cover problems caused by normal wear and tear (including, but not limited to, scratches,
dents, or aesthetic oxidation of surfaces), accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or modifications or repairs not performed or
authorized by Yakima. In addition, this warranty does not cover problems resulting from conditions beyond Yakima’s control
including, but not limited to, theft, misuse, overloading, or failure to assemble, mount or use the product in accordance with
Yakima’s written instructions or guidelines included with the product or made available to the original retail purchaser. If a product is
believed to be defective, the original retail purchaser should contact the Whispbar dealer from whom it purchased the product, who
will give the original retail purchaser instructions on how to proceed. If the original retail purchaser is unable to contact the Whispbar
dealer, or the dealer is not able to remedy the defect, the original retail purchaser should contact Yakima by e-mail at:
[email protected], or phone [phone] for shipping instructions. Upon contacting Yakima directly, a Yakima technician
will provide the original retail purchaser with appropriate instructions for returning the product to Yakima. The original retail
purchaser will be responsible for the cost of mailing the product to Yakima. In order to receive any remedy under this warranty
(either from a Whispbar dealer, or from Yakima directly), proof of purchase in the form of an original purchase invoice or receipt is
strictly required.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT, OR THE ISSUANCE OF A REFUND OR CREDIT (AS DETERMINED BY YAKIMA), IS
THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. DAMAGE OR INJURY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL
PURCHASER, TO HIS OR HER VEHICLE, CARGO, OR PROPERTY, AND/OR TO ANY OTHER PERSON OR PROPERTY IS NOT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR
WRITTEN.
YAKIMA’S SOLE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REMEDY SET FORTH ABOVE. IN NO EVENT WILL YAKIMA BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND
OR NATURE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS OR LOST SALES).
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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2.
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 limited lifetime 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 Whispbar dealer or Yakima Australia Pty Ltd ABN 58 154 440 221 (Yakima):
Make a claim as soon as practicable by contacting the Whispbar dealer from whom you purchased the product, who will give
you instructions on how to proceed.
If you are unable to contact the Whispbar 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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