Allen Sports Model 840QR Instructions

Safety Warnings

WARNING: Bikes or rack falling in the road can cause serious accidents resulting in bodily injury. Do not use the rack on any vehicle on which it cannot be properly mounted as described in this instruction sheet.

• Rack should only be used on vehicles with Class III or IV 2" receiver hitches.
• NEVER use on a trailer or the front of vehicles.
• Bikes must be tied to the rack using tie-downs, or additional straps if necessary.
• Check periodically during use that all bolts and pins are tight, and that the rack and bicycles are secure.
• Never carry more than 4 bicycles (MAX CAPACITY: 140 LB). Do not carry tandems, mopeds, or recumbents.
• Car tail lights must remain visible. Bikes must be securely tied to the rack. Use bike tie-downs, or additional straps if necessary.
• Drive conservatively, especially over bumps. Never use off-road.
• Do not use if any part of the rack is damaged, worn, or missing. Contact R. A. Allen Co., Inc. for replacement parts.

Caution

Use Allen 840QR only in accordance with local motor vehicle and traffic regulations.

• Install rack and load bicycles only at a safe distance away from moving traffic.
• Make sure that the rack and bicycles are kept at a safe distance from the road and hot exhaust.
• Only operate the vehicle with the rack in an upright, locked position.
• Bicycles should never extend beyond the sides of the vehicle.
• Remove rack from car, or fold carry arms down when not in use.

A. Parts

The 840QR box should contain the following items:

• 1 x Hitch Insert
• 1 x Carry Arm Assembly
• 1 x RR Post
• 1 x Hardware Kit, containing:
  • 2 x 3/8" x 2 1/2" Bolt
  • 1 x 3/8" x 3" Bolt
  • 3 x 3/8" Lock Nut
  • 1 x Key Chain
  • 2 x Keys

[Diagram showing the Hitch Insert, Carry Arm Assembly, RR Post, and hardware components.]

B. Assembling Rack

Tools Required

2 x 9/16" Wrench or 2 Adjustable Wrenches

Step 1

Insert the lower portion of the RR Post into the Hitch Insert so that the holes at the bottom of each part line up. Insert the 3/8" x 3" bolt through the aligned holes. Thread a 3/8" lock nut onto the end of the bolt. Pivot the RR Post into the upright position so that the securing latch snaps into place. Tighten the nut and bolt firmly using two wrenches.

[Diagram illustrating the connection of the RR Post to the Hitch Insert using the 3/8" x 3" bolt and lock nut, showing the securing latch.]

Step 2

Insert the Carry Arm Assembly into the upper portion of the RR Post, lining up the holes in each part. Insert the two 3/8" x 2 1/2" bolts through the aligned holes. Thread a 3/8" lock nut onto the end of each bolt. Tighten each nut and bolt firmly using two wrenches. Upon completion, both parts should be firmly joined together.

[Diagram illustrating the connection of the Carry Arm Assembly to the RR Post using the 3/8" x 2 1/2" bolts and lock nuts.]

IMPORTANT: When the rack is in an upright position, the securing latch must be fully engaged for the rack to function properly. ⚙️

C. Installing Rack Onto Vehicle

This rack should only be used on 2" receiver hitches professionally installed on automobiles. Never use this rack on a trailer of any kind.

Step 1

Insert the key into the lock and turn the key counter-clockwise so that the locking knob can tighten/loosen the hitch insert wedge. ?

[Diagram showing the key inserted and turned counter-clockwise to unlock the knob.]

Step 2

Rotate the locking knob counter-clockwise to loosen the hitch insert wedge. ↩️

[Diagram showing the knob being rotated counter-clockwise.]

Step 3

Depress the hitch spring pin and insert the rack into the vehicle's receiver hitch until the hitch spring pin engages the hole in the vehicle receiver hitch. ➡️

[Diagram showing the spring pin being depressed and the hitch insert being slid into the receiver.]

Step 4

Turn the locking knob clockwise to tighten the rack inside the receiver hitch. Be careful not to overtighten; a properly secured rack should be free of any movement inside the receiver hitch. ?

Step 5 (Optional)

Insert the key and rotate clockwise so that the locking knob can spin freely. This will lock your rack to your vehicle. To remove the rack from the vehicle, follow steps 1 through 3 above.

D. Folding Up Carry Arms

To fold up the carry arms, squeeze together the two red tabs on the back of the carry arm assembly and swing the carry arms into the upright position. The pins connected to these tabs should "snap" into place to hold the carry arms in an upright position. Reversing this process will keep the carry arms locked in a down position. If both pins on your rack do not properly engage the carry arms in the upright position, do not use your rack, and contact R. A. Allen Co.

[Diagram showing the red tabs being squeezed and the carry arms being rotated into the upright position.]

E. Loading Bicycles on Rack

Remove all loose items from bicycles (pumps, bags, etc.), and check that all quick release hubs are tight. Load the first bicycle with its chain and gears facing away from the rack. Make sure that bicycles do not come in contact with the vehicle.

Load subsequent bicycles in alternating directions. For best weight distribution, load the heaviest bicycles first, with lighter bicycles on the outside. Add padding between bicycle contact points, if necessary.

After bicycles are loaded, check that the entire rack is secure and tight, and that the rack is still firmly in place. Vision out of the rear window may be restricted—use side mirrors accordingly when backing up. ?

Special Note on Installing Women's Style Frames:

Place one carry arm under the front top tube. With the other carry arm, rotate the tie-down cradle, and place it in the space behind the seat tube and below the rear down-stay. The Allen 900B Adaptor Bar is also recommended for this application.

F. Securing Bikes to Rack

All bikes must be securely tied to the rack. Use individual tie-down straps, or additional straps if necessary.

1. Place bicycle in cradle. ?
2. Thread straps. ?
3. Pull strap tight. căng
4. Use a 70" strap (not included) to pull all bicycles together around the bottom brackets. The strap should also secure the wheels.

[Diagram showing a bicycle placed in the cradle, straps being threaded, pulled tight, and an additional strap securing multiple bikes.]

Allen Lifetime Warranty

If an Allen bike rack is found to have a defect in workmanship or material over the lifetime of the original purchaser, Allen will repair or replace the rack free of charge. The warranty does not cover damage or wear which occurs as a result of day-to-day use or general wear and tear.

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