trailer hitch, see also the installation man-
ual (part B).
The rear carrier has ECE type approval.
This rear carrier can be fitted to your vehi-
cle without an additional TÜV inspection if
the regulations and instructions of the ECE
type approval (particularly concerning the
support load) are fulfilled / observed (see
supplementary sheet for approval number).
In the event of incorrect installation that de-
viates from the user information, incorrect
handling or failure to use the equipment for
its intended purpose, all manufacturer war-
ranty and guarantee claims shall be inval-
idated .
Foreseeable misuse
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The rear carrier system / accessories are
not designed for installation by children or
adolescents.
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If alterations or changes are made to the
rear carrier system / accessories, the op-
erating permit will be invalidated.
•
The rear carrier is not suitable for fitting
to tow balls made from GGG 40 or alu-
minium .
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The rear carrier system / accessories are
not designed for transporting tandem bi-
cycles.
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The rear carrier is not a substitute for a
trailer.
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The rear carrier system / accessories are
not designed for the weight of persons.
Do not climb onto the rear carrier.
General safety instructions
When using the rear carrier system /
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accessories, please ensure that the na-
tional laws of the respective country are
observed .
When using the rear carrier system /
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accessories, please ensure that the ve-
hicle manufacturer's specifications are
adhered to (e.g. max. support load of the
trailer hitch).
Do not allow children to play with the rear
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carrier system / accessories.
Ensure that the load does not protrude
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more than 40 cm beyond the outer edge
of the tail lights of the rear carrier system.
Ensure that the change to the axle distri-
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bution caused by the rear carrier system /
accessories does not lead to the permis-
sible axle loads being exceeded.
Always have damaged parts replaced
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with original spare parts immediately. Do
not transport bicycles on a damaged rear
carrier system / accessories.
Ensure that the trailer hitch is clean and
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free of grease before installation.
Ensure that the lock on the rear carrier
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system is always locked while driving and
the key is removed.
Check the operation of the lighting before
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every trip with the rear carrier system.
Ensure that the third brake light of the
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vehicle is visible with the rear carrier sys-
tem / accessories fitted. If this is not guar-
anteed, connect a substitute brake light.
Residual risks
Risk of accident due to different handling
The vehicle will handle differently with the
rear carrier system / accessories fitted and
loaded.
Take increased braking distances into
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consideration .
Adjust your driving speed (no more then
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130 km/h on motorways depending on
the road, traffic and weather conditions).
Risk of accident due to incorrect
installation
If the equipment is not installed correctly,
the rear carrier system / accessories or the
load can become detached while driving
and cause accidents .
Do not use elastic tension straps.
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Check all screw connections and tension
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straps for damage, secure mounting and
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