GRABER 173Z is a hitch-mounted bike rack designed to carry up to 3 bikes with a maximum weight of 105 lbs. It features adjustable arms to accommodate various bike sizes and styles, and a tilt-away design for easy access to your vehicle's trunk or hatch. The rack also includes straps to secure your bikes in place and protect-o-pads to prevent damage to your bikes and vehicle.
GRABER 173Z is a hitch-mounted bike rack designed to carry up to 3 bikes with a maximum weight of 105 lbs. It features adjustable arms to accommodate various bike sizes and styles, and a tilt-away design for easy access to your vehicle's trunk or hatch. The rack also includes straps to secure your bikes in place and protect-o-pads to prevent damage to your bikes and vehicle.
USER MANUAL
Please READ and FOLLOW all instructions carefully.
Model #173
Cautions:
1) Read and follow instructions carefully. Save owner’s manual for future reference or parts information.
2) Be certain any future user of this carrier is aware of correct attachment and use.
3) Vehicle should be in good condition in the area at which the hitch is located. Refer to table on cover page for load capacities and limita-
tions.
4) Make sure bike tires are not directly behind exhaust pipe.
5) Do not exceed maximum load capacity of the carrier.
6) This hitch mounted carrier is not recommended for off road use.
7) Do not mount on any type of trailer.
8) Do not take carrier through car wash.
9) Replace straps at the first sign of wear. Replacement parts are available by contacting Graber at (800) 783-7257.
10) It’s the consumers responsibility to ensure that the use of this rack complies with local regulations, regarding issues such as distance
behind vehicle & partial covering of license plate and tail lights
Warning and Disclaimer:
This carrier has been designed to carry bicycles on specific vehicles. Before installation, user must read and follow enclosed instructions. User
must attach carrier correctly to the vehicle, check its attachment before each use, and inspect carrier parts for wear. Carrier’s attachment to the
vehicle is critical and beyond the control of the manufacturer. Manufacturer and seller expressly disclaim any and all liability for personal injury,
property damage or loss, whether direct, indirect, or incidental, resulting from the incorrect attachment, improper use, inadequate maintenance,
or neglect of this carrier.
Warranty:
Saris Cycling Group, Inc. (“Saris”) warrants that your Mass 173 Rack will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from
date of purchase. (Please retain your sales slip for your records.) This warranty only extends to the original consumer buyer.This warranty
does not apply to parts that have worn out through normal use or been damaged through misuse, abuse, neglect, accident or unauthorized
modifications or alterations.ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE BUYER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TIME THAT
THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER BUYER OWNS THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply to you. At its option, Saris will repair or replace, or refund the purchase price of, any Mass 173 Rack which
is defective or fails to conform with this warranty under normal use and service. To obtain service under this warranty, contact Saris at our
toll-free Warranty Hotline (1-800-783-7257) and we will determine what parts you need and instructions on how to get repairs or a replacement
part, or whether a refund will be given.
Repair or replacement of a defective Mass 173 Rack, or refund of the purchase price, shall be the sole remedy of the buyer under this
warranty, and in no event shall Saris be liable for incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
20179B 01/12
Saris Cycling Group, Inc.
5253 Verona Road Madison, WI. 53711
800-783-7257
www.saris.com
Hitch Rack
DON’T GO BACK TO THE STORE! If you have any questions about your new bike rack, please contact us at 1-800-783-7257. We can help you more quickly if you have your
model number and assembly instructions ready when calling.
Patents:
Made in USA
Accessories
Sold Separately, call 800-783-7257 for information.
2060 Protect-O-Pads
• Foamblocksseparateand
protect bikes and vehicles
• Setof4perpackage
3037 Bike Beam
Attaches from the seat post to stem
of the bike creating the standard top
tube of a men’s style frame. Ideal
for unique, women’s & kid’s small
frames and bikes with over-sized
tubes
3033 Wheel Stabilizing Strap
• Keepshandlebarsfromturningwhileintransit
• Keepswheelfromspinning
• Easybuckleclosure(Twoperpackage)
Tongue Weight Limitations
Hitch Type Tongue Weight Maximum Load
1-1/4”
200 lbs.
2”
300 lbs.
3 bikes/105 lbs.
Tongue Weight Limitations
Hitch Type Tongue Weight Maximum Load
1-1/4”
200 lbs.
2”
300 lbs.
4 bikes/140 lbs.
Model #174
Model #172
2
3
4
5
Mount Carrier to Vehicle
• Shownbelowarethedifferentpossiblepositionsformountingmens,womens,andnon-traditionalstyleframes.
• CheckClearance.Bikemustresthighenoughtoallowbiketires12-15”ofgroundclearance.It’srecommendedto
load smallest bikes last.
• Tousetiltandreleasefeatures,removecotterandclevispinsandtiltcarrierawayfromvehicle.Note:Donottilt
carrier with bikes mounted.
• Armsmaybefoldeddownwhennotinuse.Loosenknobenoughtoallowarmtopivittoadownwardpositionand
then retighten knob.
Check Carrier Straps & Stability
Mount Arms to Carrier
•Slidewasherontothreadsofknob,insertintoarm,andthreadknobintobasetubeasshownbelow.
•Rightarmsassembledinthesameway.
Load and Secure Bikes
• Coverinnerpedaloffirstbiketoavoidscratchingvehiclefinish.We
recommend 2060 Protect-O-Pads (sold separately) see back page. It
is the consumers responsibility to ensure adequate protection
exists between the bikes and vehicle and between bikes being carried.
• Placebikesoncarrierarmsinbikeholddowns,
alternating direction of handlebars (fig. 4b).
• Oncebikesareinholddowns,pullholddown
strap over frame and secure to tabs on the hold
down.
Correct Block
Placement
Incorrect Block
Placement
Note: Be sure all four tabs on the
holdown are poking through and
are secure.
Additional Notes
Knob
Washer
Figure4
Receiver Tube
•AssembleHitch-TiteasillustratedinFig.3,
securing receiver to hitch.
•AssemblerackasshowninFig.1andFig.2.
NOTE: Your rack includes an adapter block to allow your rack
to fit into a 2” receiver hitch. You only need to follow Fig. 4 if
you have a 2” receiver hitch.
•Slideadapterblock
over the receiver tube
as shown. Note correct
block placement. Bolt
threads will not engage if
used incorrectly.
1 1/4” receiver
NUT
Base
Tube
2” ONLY
Attachment Block
Bolt
Receiver tube
Clevis Pin
Bolt
Cotter Pin
4B
NOTE: Your rack includes an adapter block to allow
your rack to fit into a 2” receiver hitch. You only need
to follow Fig. 4 if you have a 2” receiver hitch.
Figure1
1
HitchTite
Washer
RECEIVER
VEHICLE HITCH
For 1-1/4” Hitch
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GRABER 173Z is a hitch-mounted bike rack designed to carry up to 3 bikes with a maximum weight of 105 lbs. It features adjustable arms to accommodate various bike sizes and styles, and a tilt-away design for easy access to your vehicle's trunk or hatch. The rack also includes straps to secure your bikes in place and protect-o-pads to prevent damage to your bikes and vehicle.
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