Bicycle Rack Amber; Operating Instructions; Proper Use Of The Product; Scope Of Delivery - Eufab AMBER 4 Bedienungsanleitung

1. PROPER USE OF THE PRODUCT

The AMBER 4 bicycle rack is mounted to the trailer tow bar of a car and is
designed for the transportation of up to four bicycles.
Intended use also includes the observation of all information provided in these
operating instructions, particularly the observance of safety instructions. Any
other use is considered improper and can lead to property damage or personal
injury. EAL GmbH assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper use.

2. SCOPE OF DELIVERY

1 x Base frame
8 x Wheel rail
1 x Lamp mount set
1 x U-tube
2 x Frame holder, short
1 x Frame holder, long
1 x Frame holder, wheel to wheel
4 x Plastic cover
12 x Tensioning strap, short
1 x Tensioning strap, long
1 x Tension-relief strap, two-piece
16 x Lock screw M6 x 50

3. SPECIFICATIONS

Dead weight: approx. 19.5 kg
Payload: 30 kg (at 50 kg supporting load)
40 kg (at 60 kg supporting load)
55 kg (at 75 kg supporting load)
max. 60 kg (at 90 kg supporting load)
Material: Steel
Electrical connection: 13-pin connector

3.1. TOW BAR REQUIREMENTS

• The trailer tow bar must be approved in its construction.
• Ball and ball rod must have been forged in one piece.
• Mount the bicycle rack only on a coupling made of steel St52-3, grey cast
iron GGG52 or better.
• Unsuitable ball rods made of GGG40.
• The D-value of the tow bar ball must be at least 7.6 kN
• Never mount the carrier on a coupling made of aluminium, other light
metals or plastic.
• These are manufactured e.g. by Westfalia for the following vehicles:
Manufacturer Test symbol
F 4192
Westfalia
F 3830
F 4112
Observe the specifications from the tow bar manufacturer on your type plate.
If in doubt, ask the manufacturer of your trailer hitch directly whether it is
suitable.

4. SAFETY NOTES/WARNINGS

Personal injury or property damage due to changed vehicle driving
characteristics.
Driving with the mounted bicycle rack will affect the driving characteristics
of your vehicle.
• Adjust your speed to the new driving characteristics.
• Never drive faster than 130 km/h.
• Avoid sudden or jerky steering movements.
• Remember that your vehicle is longer than usual.
Personal injury or property damage due to loss of the bicycles.
• Before embarking on any journey, check the correct and firm seating of the
strap around the bicycles and U-tube of the rack.
• Before embarking on any journey check the correct and firm seating of both
8
16 x Washer 17,8 x 6,5 x 1,1
16 x Nut M6
1 x Cross-headed screw M5 x 12
1 x Washer 9,8 x 5,4 x 0,9
1 x Spring washer 8,4 x 5,5 x 1,5
2 x Cross-headed screw M5 x 35
2 x Spring washer 8,1 x 5,5 x 1,2
2 x Washer 9,7 x 5,3 x 0,9
2 x Lock screw M8 x 60
2 x Washer 15,8 x 8,5 x 1,1
2 x Knob nut M8
Cable tie
Suitable for
Audi A4
Audi A6
Audi A8
straps around the front wheel and the strap around the rear wheel of the
bicycle.
• If necessary tighten the straps again.
• Before embarking on any journey, check to make sure the straps used are
undamaged and not worn.
• Damaged or worn straps must be replaced with undamaged ones before
you embark on your journey.
• Only straps authorised by EAL GmbH for the purpose may be used.
Personal injury or property damage possible due to an incompletely
mounted bicycle rack.
Driving with the bicycle rack not fully assembled may result in accidents. The
moving parts of the bicycle rack do not represent a source of danger when fully
mounted.
• Mount the bicycle rack completely before starting your journey.
Personal injury or property damages caused by protruding parts.
Parts protruding beyond the edge of the vehicle or rack may cause personal
injury or property damage during the journey.
• Only mount parts that do not protrude beyond the edge of the vehicle.
Personal injury or property damage due to overloading.
Exceeding the maximum payload of the bicycle rack and the permitted
supporting load of the trailer tow bar or permitted overall weight may lead
to serious accidents.
• Always observe the specifications regarding the maximum payload,
permitted supporting load and permitted overall weight of your vehicle. Do
not exceed these specifications at any time.
Property damage due to opening tailgate.
The tailgate could hit the bicycle rack and be damaged.
• Switch off the electric tailgate and operate it manually.
• Fold down the bicycle rack before opening the tailgate.
Property damage caused by hot exhaust gases.
Damages may be caused to the rack or bicycles if the exhaust outlet is close by.
• Use an exhaust deflector if necessary.
Personal injury or property damage possible due to a damaged
bicycle rack.
Damage to the rack, e.g. by bent parts, cracks or scratches, prevents the safe
operation of the rack.
• Do not mount the bicycle rack if it is damaged in any way.
• Follow the steps as described in the chapter on „Maintenance".
Personal injury or property damage due to loss of the bicycle rack
while driving.
A loose or faulty connection between the bicycle rack and trailer tow bar can
lead to the detachment of the bicycle rack.
• Replace a defective trailer tow bar.
• Clean the trailer tow bar of dirt, dust and grease.
Personal injury or property damage possible due to loss of bicycle
parts while driving.
Damaged may be caused by parts that can be lost if they come away from the
bicycle during the journey.
• Remove all parts that may be lost before starting your journey, these include
air pumps, battery-powered lamps, navigation systems, bicycle computer,
tool bags or baskets.
Personal injury or property damages caused by increased wind loads
The bicycle rack and trailer tow bar may be damaged by too high a wind load.
• Remove all bags from the bicycle before starting your journey.
• Do not use protective covers for the bicycle during the journey.
The general operating permit must be carried in the
vehicle when the rack is mounted.
Do not travel with the bicycle rack empty. Store it in
the boot of your vehicle. This prevents increased fuel
consumption and protects the rack.
The driver is always responsible for ensuring that the
load and the load securing meet the regulations.