Whispbar K468W Bedienungsanleitung

K468W

Fitting Kit

EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier

x 4

Revision No: 2C 1

Fitting Kit K468W

MAX kgs (lbs)

W/P WHD

Toyota

FJ Cruiser , 5dr SUV 07-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

FJ Cruiser , 5dr SUV 07-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

FJ Cruiser , 5dr SUV 07-+ CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

FJ Cruiser , 5dr SUV 11-+ NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

FJ Cruiser , 5dr SUV 11-+ AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

FJ Cruiser , 5dr SUV 11-+ ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Mercedes

GL Class X164, 5dr SUV 06-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

GL Class X164, 5dr SUV 06-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

GL Class X164, 5dr SUV 06-+ AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

GL Class X164, 5dr SUV 06-+ CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

GL Class X164, 5dr SUV Jul 06-+ NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Skoda

Yeti , 5dr SUV 09-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Yeti , 5dr SUV 09-+ NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Yeti , 5dr SUV 09-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Yeti , 5dr SUV 09-+ ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Yeti , 5dr SUV 09-+ AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Yeti , 5dr SUV 09-+ CN 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)

Fitting Kit EN

K468W

First Time Installation

●Remove parts from inside the package and

check. Contact your dealer if any parts are

missing or damaged.

●Ensure the roof rack face towards the front

of vehicle.

●This product has two different bar

lengths.The longer bar should be used on

the front of the vehicle and the shorter bar

used on the rear.

●Use keys to remove covers.

●While holding the key in the vertical

position, pull the cover towards you to

remove the cover.

●Repeat for all legs.

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●Locate the Hex Key in one of the roof rack

legs.

●Extend the leg out.

●Remove Hex Key by lifting and sliding out.

●Remove existing bolt and replace with bolt

supplied with fitting kit

●Just engage with nut

●Do not tighten at this stage

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Fitment

●Position one end of crossbar on the

opposite roof rail and swing the free end so

that the clamp is under the rail and the

rubber gasket sits on top.

●Repeat on other crossbar.

●Crossbars should be parallel to each other

and sit perpendicular to the roof rails.

●Pull legs out evenly until both rubber

gasket seal on roof rail.

●Ensure each end of the crossbar is

adjusted equally.

●Note that legs can pivot slightly to

accommodate for roof rail taper.

●Once crossbars are in position, tighten

screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb).

●Repeat for all legs.

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●Slide Hex Key back into position into one of

the roof rack legs.

●Ensure the locks on the legs are in the

locked position (horizontal).

●Slide cover into the leg, You will hear a

'click' when the cover is securely locked.

●Repeat for all four positions.

●Check crossbar is securely attached to the

vehicle.

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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

●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.

●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.

●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.

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●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.

Accessories Available for this Product:

●Roof Box

●Ski, Snowboard Carrier

●Canoe, Kayak Carrier

●Bicycle Carrier

●For more accessories please see our

product catalogue.

●Yakima Australia Pty Ltd

17 Hinkler Court

Brendale QLD 4500

AUSTRALIA

www.whispbar.com

www.whispbar.com.au

www.whispbar.co.nz

www.whispbar.co.uk

www.whispbar.co.za

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