Whispbar S56 User manual
WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
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Instrucciones de montaje para el
sistema de transporte.
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Instructions de montage pour Basic
Carrier
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Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
x 1 x 1 x 2
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Revision No: 1.1B
WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
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.
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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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
Locate the Hex Key in one of the roof rack
legs.
Extend the leg out.
Remove Hex Key by lifting and sliding out.
Using Hex Key, reverse the leg screw 10
turns.
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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
Fitment
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.
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.
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Once crossbars are in position, tighten screw
to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb).
Repeat for all legs.
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.
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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is
Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is
Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is
applied to the crossbars.
applied to the crossbars.applied to the crossbars.
applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
Regularly check screws are tight.Regularly check screws are tight.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
Maintenance
Long loads should be secured with non-
elastic straps to the front and rear of the
vehicle.
Objects with pointed ends (skis) 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.
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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
Set crossbars a minimum distance of 700mm
(27 4/8") 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 sunroofs and radio antennae cannot
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.
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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
GB
Yakima Products, Inc.
15025 SW Koll Pkwy.
Beaverton, OR 97006-6056
USA
www.whispbar.com
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WHISPBAR RAIL BAR
S56
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Première installation
Retirer les pièces de contenu de l'emballage
et vérifier. Contactez votre revendeur si
certaines pièces sont manquantes ou
endommagées.
Veiller à ce que les barres de toit soient
tournées vers l'avant du véhicule.
Utiliser les clés pour retirer les caches
Tout en maintenant la clé en position
verticale, tirer le couvercle vers vous pour
l'enlever.
Répéter l'opération pour tous les pieds.
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