Black Widow MCC-500 User manual

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Black Widow MCC-500 is a heavy-duty steel motorcycle carrier capable of supporting up to 500 lbs. It features a ramp for easy loading and unloading, as well as tie-down points to secure your motorcycle during transport. The carrier is designed to fit into a standard 2" hitch receiver and includes an anti-tilt bracket for added stability. With its durable construction and convenient features, the Black Widow MCC-500 is an ideal choice for transporting your motorcycle safely and securely.

Black Widow MCC-500 is a heavy-duty steel motorcycle carrier capable of supporting up to 500 lbs. It features a ramp for easy loading and unloading, as well as tie-down points to secure your motorcycle during transport. The carrier is designed to fit into a standard 2" hitch receiver and includes an anti-tilt bracket for added stability. With its durable construction and convenient features, the Black Widow MCC-500 is an ideal choice for transporting your motorcycle safely and securely.

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Steel Motorcycle Carrier
Instructions for Part # MCC-500
General Guidelines
It is the user’s responsibility to read and follow all instructions.
Keep these instructions with the product at all times and review before each use.
It is the responsibility of this product’s owner to furnish the instructions to any person that borrows
or purchases the product.
Inspect the product before use to ensure it is assembled properly and all parts are in safe working
order and free of defects.
Never modify this product in any way.
All circumstances cannot be addressed in these instructions. Please use common sense and
practice general safety measures when using this product.
Parts and/or instructions are subject to change without notice.
Safety Warnings
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed may result in serious
injury.
Do not exceed the 500 lb weight capacity. Distribute the load evenly.
Only load the carrier on at and level surfaces capable of supporting its maximum load.
Prior to transport, make sure the ramp of the carrier and the motorcycle are properly secured to the
carrier.
When not in use, store the carrier in a secure place out of the reach of children.
Be aware of the possible re risk and property damage resulting from the vehicle’s exhaust system
pointing at or running near the cargo in the carrier. Do not use if this condition exists.
NOT recommended for tow-behind trailers including 5th wheel trailers and camping trailers.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight rating of your trailer hitch (check the weight sticker on
the trailer hitch).
Maintenance
It is recommended that the general condition of any steel motorcycle carrier be examined each
time before it is used. Keep your steel motorcycle carrier in good repair by adopting a program of
conscientious repair and maintenance. Check misalignment, loose or damaged parts, and any oth-
er condition that may aect its safe operation. If any abnormal vibrations or noise occur, have the
problem corrected before further use. Have necessary repairs made by qualied service personnel.
Before each use, make sure any dirt, debris, oil, grease, etc. is cleaned o the carrier. Clean the
carrier with a clean, moist cloth. Do not use solvents.
Periodically check all hardware for tightness.
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Part Description Quantity
A 1/2"x7-1/2" (M13x190) Bolt 4
B 3/8"x2-3/4" (M9.5x70) Bolt 4
C 3/8"x1-3/4" (M9.5x45) Bolt 8
D M10x16 Bolt 2
E 1/2" Lock Nut 4
F 3/8" Lock Nut 12
G Anti-Tilt Bracket* 1
H Support Bracket 2
I Platform 2
Part Description Quantity
J R-Pin 2
K Hitch Pin and Clip 1
L Hitch Tube 1
M Wheel Pin 2
N Lock Pin 1
O Ramp 1
P Cross Bar 2
Q L-plate 2
A B C D E F G
H
I J K
L M N
O P Q
Parts
*The anti-tilt bracket includes two M10x50 bolts and two M10x40 bolts.
Tools Needed: 9/16" wrench, 11/16" wrench, 3/4" wrench, 17mm wrench
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Assembly
Note: Bolts and nuts should be tightened by hand rst; after all parts have been assembled, go back
and tighten all hardware with a wrench.
Step 1. Place the hitch tube (L) on a solid work surface with the mounting brackets facing upward.
Place the platform pieces (I) across the hitch tube, positioned between the two middle brackets.
(Make sure the ramp brackets are facing up.) Align the holes on the platform and L-plates (Q), secure
with eight 3/8"x1-3/4" bolts (C) and 3/8" lock nuts (F). NOTE: The bolts are inserted from the inside
out.
(1a)
(1b)
L
C
Q
F
I
Step 2. Place the cross bars (P) on top of the platform and the support brackets (H) beneath the
platform. (The rubber-coated ends of the support brackets should be towards the front of the carrier.)
Align the holes and secure with four 3/8"x2-3/4" bolts (B), four 3/8" lock nuts (F) and two M10x16
bolts (D).
(2a)
(2b)
P
H
B
F
D
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Step 3. Slide the four 1/2"x7-1/2" bolts (A) into the platform and secure with 1/2" lock nuts (E). Place
the two wheel pins (M) in the holes at each end of the platform and secure with R-pins (J).
Make sure all nuts and bolts on the carrier are securely tightened with wrenches before use.
Step 4. Place the ramp (O) on the hitch tube and secure the ramp in place using the lock pin (N).
Note: Make sure the ramp is secured in place before fully securing the motorcycle with tie down
straps. See Operation section.
(3a)
(4a)
(3b)
(4b)
A
E
J
O
N
M
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Mounting the Carrier to the Hitch Receiver
1. Slide the anti-tilt bracket (G) over the end of the hitch tube. The side with the three bolts should
face the vehicle hitch receiver.
2. With assistance, lift the empty carrier and slide the open end of the hitch tube into the hitch
receiver. Secure with the hitch pin and clip (K).
3. Slide the anti-tilt bracket up against the hitch receiver. Tighten the bolts against the underside of
the hitch receiver collar.
Operation
1. Remove the lock pin (N) to unlock the ramp (O).
2. Remove the ramp and place the end rung onto the hook
end of the platform (I), making sure the ramp is securely
in place. The bottom end of the ramp must rest at on a
solid, level surface when loading and unloading equip-
ment.
3. Measure the motorcycle wheelbase to make sure the
wheel pins (M) are in the appropriate positions.
4. Shift the motorcycle into neutral and, with another per-
son’s assistance, push it up the ramp. Push the motor-
cycle completely onto the carrier platform until the front
wheel rests in place between the platform rungs. DO NOT
sit on the motorcycle while loading or attempt to drive it up
the ramp.
5. Lightly secure the motorcycle using tie down straps (sold
separately) so that the motorcycle won't fall over.
6. Return the ramp to the mounted position and secure with
the lock pin.
7. Properly secure the motorcycle for transport, fully tighten-
ing the previously installed tie downs.
8. Attach any needed markers and/or lights to the carrier
and motorcycle as required by vehicle codes.
K
G
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Product Warranty and Liability
GENERAL PRODUCT WARRANTY: Products purchased from the Authorized Dealer (original place
of purchase) or Merchant (“Dealer”) will be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of
receipt, and will meet the specications stated at the place of purchase transaction or online at the
Dealer’s website, under normal use and service when correctly installed, operated and maintained.
This product warranty is eective for the period of time stated below, unless otherwise stated in the
product instructions or depicted in the product advertisement. All Authorized Dealer warranties are
NON-TRANSFERABLE and cover only the original end purchaser. This limited warranty does not
cover products purchased through non-authorized dealers. Non-authorized dealer receipts are not
accepted for warranty verication.
***Warranty claims must be made directly to the original place of purchase.***
WARRANTY PERIOD: This warranty remains in force for one year from the date of the product’s
accepted delivery. The Authorized Dealer oers a one year manufacturer’s warranty for most products
unless otherwise specied on the product advertisement.
WARRANTY SERVICE: The Authorized Dealer will replace any defective or malfunctioning part at
no charge, including payment of the shipping costs of parts or replacement product to and from the
manufacturer. The purchaser is responsible for labor charges. If the product does not meet specica-
tions as depicted in the advertisement, the Authorized Dealer will refund the full purchase price of the
product.
Questions regarding the warranty on a specic product and warranty claims should be directed to the
Authorized Dealer with whom the purchase transaction was made.
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS: The above warranty does not apply to products that are repaired, modi-
ed or altered by any party other than the Authorized Dealer; are subjected to unusual physical stress
or conditions (such as overloaded ramps or corrosion), natural disaster, governmental actions, wars,
strikes, labor disputes, riots, theft, vandalism, terrorism or any reason beyond reasonable control; are
damaged due to improper installation, misuse, abuse, accident or negligence in use, storage, trans-
portation or handling, or tampering; or to products that are considered consumable items or items
requiring repair or replacement due to normal wear and tear.
Product should be inspected prior to signing for delivery. Product damage incurred during shipping,
unless noted on the Bill of Lading at the time of delivery, renders this warranty void.
LIMITED LIABILITY: In no event shall THE AUTHORIZED DEALER be liable to the purchaser or any
third party for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary or punitive damages arising
out of the use of the product, including, without limitation, property damage, loss of value of the prod-
uct or any third party products that are used in or with the product, or loss of use of the product or any
third party products that are used in or with the product.
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Black Widow MCC-500 User manual

Type
User manual
This manual is also suitable for

Black Widow MCC-500 is a heavy-duty steel motorcycle carrier capable of supporting up to 500 lbs. It features a ramp for easy loading and unloading, as well as tie-down points to secure your motorcycle during transport. The carrier is designed to fit into a standard 2" hitch receiver and includes an anti-tilt bracket for added stability. With its durable construction and convenient features, the Black Widow MCC-500 is an ideal choice for transporting your motorcycle safely and securely.

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