mft 4203 Compact 2e+1 FIX4BIKE User Manual

mft 4203 Compact 2e+1 FIX4BIKE

Technical Data

• Length: 630 mm
• Width: 1300 mm
• Height: 640 mm
• Weight: 19.4 kg
  Declaration of weight +/- 5 percent
• Maximum load: 60 kg Max. load per wheel rail:
  1. Wheel rail: 30 kg
  2. Wheel rail: 30 kg
  3. Wheel rail (= Extension): 20 kg
• Item number: 4203

The bike carrier was developed especially for e-bikes with a wheelbase ≥ 1.10 m.

Component Parts

1. Wheel strap (4 pieces)

2. Left release button

3. FIX4BIKE fastener

4. Support bar

5. Short bike arm

6. Knob

7. Extension arm

8. Lockable knob

9. Right release button

10. Long bike arm

11. Light

12. Number plate bracket

13. Foot pedal
    Further components

14. Key for bike carrier
    

15. Lighting plug
    

Safety Instructions

General Information

The vehicle should be equipped with a 13-pin socket, according to the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations as of 1990-01-01.
The vehicle’s fog lamp must be switched off via contact or relay when the bike carrier lighting is plugged in.

An unstamped (invalidated) number plate, corresponding to the vehicle’s registered number plate, must be mounted on the bicycle carrier.
In export countries, the relevant approval conditions and legal requirements must be observed.

The compact 2e+1 is licensed within the EC as a self-contained technical unit:

• Model: compact 2e+1 FIX4BIKE
• Type: euro-select compact
• E926R03/031257*02

The last two numbers correspond to the year of production (see type label).
The EC type-approval number is imprinted to the type label of the bike carrier. This type label is sufficient as a verification of the type approval.

• Weight: 19,4 kg (+/- 5 percent)
• Max. load of the bike carrier: 60 kg
• Max. load per wheel rail:
  1. Wheel rail: 30 kg
  2. Wheel rail: 30 kg
  3. Wheel rail (= Extension): 20 kg

The permitted bearing load of the trailer hitch must not be exceeded. Additional specific information of the vehicle must be observed.

Mounting

If you have any questions when assembling or handling this product, please contact our customer service. Technical details are subject to change and may differ from figures in the instructions for assembling.
Each individual step of these instructions should be followed exactly. If the bike carrier is installed and handled properly it will not damage the vehicle and its trailer hitch. mft transport systems GmbH is not liable for damages caused by disregard of the assembly sequence and safety instructions.
The towball must be clean, metallically bright, undamaged and free from grease for assembling of the bike carrier.

Transport of bicycles

Never cover the load with a foil or other materials, as it can affect the handling of your vehicle.
Ensure that all locks on the bicycle carrier and the frame holders are always locked.
All loose parts (air pumps, water bottles, baskets, child seats etc.) must be removed when transporting the bicycles. They can detach and put you or other road users in danger.

Attention!
The bike carrier must be transported clamped on the trailer hitch!

Before Travelling

Before travelling check the lights if they are fully functioning and if the bike carrier and its cargo are securely fixed. According to the road traffic regulations, only the vehicle owner or the driver is responsible for the condition and the secure fixing of the bicycle carrier!
After the first installation, all fastening elements of the bike carrier must be checked after a test drive of approx. 15 km and be tightened if necessary. All mobile parts such as frame holders and hand wheels etc., must also be included into this inspection. Repeat this test regularly, especially if the road conditions are bad.
An improperly mounted bicycle carrier can det-ach and cause an accident.
Each function of the bike carrier must be checked before travelling even if no bikes are transported. Always tighten and lock the frame holders and the retaining straps of the rails securely. The boot can be opened only when the bike carrier is folded down. Be careful with automatic boot lids and electric convertible roofs. People may be injured or the vehicle and the bike carrier damaged.

Precautions During Travel

Check regularly the bike carrier using the rear-view mirror throughout the journey.
Stop immediately if you notice any significant change of the bike carrier or its cargo. Identify the cause and continue your journey after resolving of problem only.
The compact 2e+1 and its load apply to the provisions of the Road Traffic Regulations. The recommended maximum speed with a loaded bike carrier is 130 km/h. When driving abroad, observe the applicable traffic regulations.

Changed handling of the vehicle

Due to the fact that the bike carrier juts out of the vehicle, there is a great tendency to oversteer, a changed reaction to crosswinds and a changed braking function, especially when navigating curves. Always adjust your speed according to the road, weather and wind conditions.
Note the length of the vehicle also when parking or driving in reverse. When driving up or down very steep inclines or when driving over ramps, for instance in traffic calmed areas, the bike carrier must be allowed clearance in order to avoid bumping. In any case, the speed must be reduced to an appropriate level.

Maintenance

It is recommended to clean and maintain the bike carrier regularly. Lubricate all moving parts and screw threads with bike grease or chain spray, and grease the brackets.

Accessories

• Extension for the 3rd bike: Item no. 4333
• Third brake light:  Item no. 2228
• Loading ramp: Item no. 4288
• Ratchet strap XL: Item no. 207
• Wheel strap XL: Item no. 4232

Mounting to the Vehicle

The bike carrier can only be used with a Fix4Bike towbar (attribute: two pins on the neck of the towbar).

The bike carrier is not mounted correctly if you can see the round safety gauge in red color.

1. Open the fastener
   Before assembly, the key must be in the unlocked position. The handle must be loosely movable horizontally, the locking indicator is protruding and shows red.
   Attention!
   The key must always be in the unlocked position, before you place it on the towbar!
   

2. Correct attaching
   Place the carrier vertically on the ball head. The pins on the ball neck must be enclosed.
   

3. Automatic fastening
   As soon as the FIX4BIKE fastener makes correct contact with the pins, it locks automatically. The fastener audibly engages.
   

4. Lock the fastener
   The locking indicator is immersed in the handle when correctly mounted and shows green. To lock, turn the key clockwise and remove it.
   

5. Remove the bag
   Open the velcro fastener of the bag and pull the bag off.
   

6. Insert the plug
   You will find the lightning plug below the right side of the bike carrier. Lock the plug with one quarter turn clockwise.
   

7. Loose the security strap
   Loosen the security strap from the right side and stow it on the left side.

8. Fold down left side
   Fold the left side of the bike carrier down by the handle until it locks into place with a “click”.
   

9. Fold down right side
   Fold the right side of the bike carrier down by the handle until it locks into place with a “click”.
   

10. Number plate rotation
    To move the number plate bracket to the center position, pull it towards you and turn it half a turn counterclockwise. Snap the bracket into place. The bike carriers’s lock must be opened.
    

11. Lock the Bike Carrier
    

12. Insert number plate
    Bend the number plate slightly and insert laterally into the number plate bracket. Then fix it with the nib.
    

Functions of the Bike Arm

1. Adjusting Extension Arm
   The position of the bike arm can be adjusted by loosening the lockable knob and tightening afterwards.
   

2. Moving Bike Holder
   Loosen the knob clockwise to move the bike holder horizontally. Afterwards tighten again.
   

3. Opening of the Ratchet Strap
   The ratchet strap can be pulled out by pushing the lock on the bike holder in the direction of the strap.
   

4. Closing of the Ratchet Strap
   Insert the ratchet strap into the appropriate opening and tighten it with the ratchet lever. If necessary, adjust the rubber buffer.
   

Functions of the Wheel Holder

1. Unlocking the Wheel Holder
   Unlock the wheel holder by un-locking the lock.
   

2. Opening of Ratchet Strap
   Press the ratchet lever down as far as it will go, hold it down and pull out the wheel strap at the same time.

3. Closing of Ratchet Strap
   Insert the ratchet strap and tighten it with the ratchet lever or pull at the loose end. If necessary, adjust the rubber buffer.

Attention!
Ensure that all locks on the bike carrier are always locked.

Mounting of the Bikes

Information
Place the heaviest bike on the rail nearest to the vehicle.

1. Mounting of the First Bike
   Open the ratchet straps of the bike arm and all wheel holders. Put the wheel holders in an upright position and place the bike with the saddle on the left on the wheel rail closest to the vehicle. Make sure that the bike is attached in the middle.

2. Attachment to the Bike Frame
   Attach the bike arm to a stable frame element. The rubber buffer should enclose the frame. The ratchet strap skips over when optimal tension is reached.

3. Attachment to the Wheel
   By attaching the wheel holder the rubber buffer has to enclose the rim properly. Lock the wheel holder and make sure that the ratchet lever is pressed shut.

4. Mounting of the Second Bike with saddle on the right side

Tilt Function

1. Unlocking the Foot Pedal
   Pull out the foot pedal and stabilize the bike carrier by holding it, especially when loaded. Then place your foot on the pedal and push it down.

2. Tilting down
   Now the bike carrier can be folded down slowly. If the carrier is loaded, you have to hold the bikes with both hands to prevent an uncontrolled tilting.

3. Tilting up
   When tilting up the bike carrier make sure that it audibly snaps back into place. Push back the foot pedal.
   

Information
The lighting plug has a socket connection for the third brake light. It can be mounted on the outermost bike.

Removal from the Vehicle

1. Unlock the bike carrier
   

2. Number plate rotation
   Pull the number plate bracket out of the holder and turn it clockwise by half a turn.
   

3. Fold up right side
   Press the release button and fold up the right side until it is in an upright position.
   

4. Fold up left side
   Press the release button and fold up the left side until it is in an upright position.
   

5. Fasten the security strap
   Loosen the security strap from the left side and stow it on the right side.

6. Remove the plug
   Turn the lighting plug counterclockwise. Remove it from the vehicle socket and place it into the provided mounting on the right side of the bike carrier.
   

7. Pull over the bag
   Now pull the bag over the bike carrier and close it with the velcro fastener.
   

8. Unlock the fastener
   

9. Open the fastener
   Pull the handle up and lift the bike carrier off the towbar.
   

mft transport systems GmbH
Almarstraße 9
74532 Ilshofen
Tel: +49 7904 / 9444 78-0
Fax: +49 7904 / 9444 78-44
Website: www.mft.systems
Email: [email protected]

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