Uebler P21/P31 towbar bike carrier

Fitting and operating instructions for the Uebler P21 (2 bikes) and P31 (3 bikes) towbar bike carrier: parts, technical data, safety, fitting to the towbar, fitting the bikes, folding and tilting.

Uebler P21/P31 towbar bike carrier

Uebler P21 towbar bike carrier for 2 Bikes	Item No. 15600
Uebler P31 towbar bike carrier for 3 Bikes	Order No. 15610
EC type-approval number	e1174/48379/488023100

Parts overview

Contents of the Package

No.	Item	P21 Quantity	P31 Quantity
1	Bracket	1	1
2	Carrier frame	1	1
3	Screws	2	2
4	Washers	4	4
5	Nuts	2	2
6	Screws	2	2
7	Nuts	2	2

Part names

No.	Designation	P21 Quantity	P31 Quantity
8	Left tail light	1	1
9	Right tail light	1	1
10	Connector for lighting unit	1	1
11	Number plate holder	1	1
12	Wheel rails	4	6
13	Holder for the 1st bike	1	1
14	Holder for the 2nd bike	1	1
15	Key for Mount	4	4
16	Key for lever	2	2
17	Holder for the 3rd bike	–	1
18	Key for holder	–	2

Required tools

10 mm ring spanner
Screwdriver
Socket wrench SW 10

Technical data

Weight of the bike carrier
P21 for up to 2 bicycles	13.5 kg
P31 for up to 3 bicycles	15 kg
Maximum load capacity of the bike carriers
P21 with a minimum nose weight of 50 kg	36.5 kg
P21 with a minimum nose weight of 75 kg	50 kg
P31 with a minimum nose weight of 50 kg	35 kg
P31 for a nose weight of 75 kg or more	54 kg
Maximum tube diameter for bike carriers
Round tube	80 mm
Oval tube	80x45 mm

General safety instructions

Dear Customer, we are pleased that you have chosen a UEBLER bike carrier. The procedures and safety instructions listed in this installation and operating manual must be strictly followed. We accept no liability for any damage resulting from failure to comply with these instructions.

Caution

Before you begin installation, please read these installation and operating instructions carefully. Failure to do so endangers your safety and the safety of others.
The bike carrier for the towbar is intended solely for transporting bicycles. Only bicycles weighing a maximum of 25 kg each may be transported on the bike carrier. The bike carrier is not suitable for off-road use.
The towbar must be suitable for mounting a bike carrier:
- D-value of the towball: at least 6.7 kN (see the type plate on the towbar)
- Towbar material: at least St 52-3 (see the nameplate on the towbar)
Never exceed the maximum load capacity of the bike carrier or the nose weight of the towbar. The bike carrier and bicycles must not cause the vehicle’s gross vehicle weight rating or maximum allowable axle load (see vehicle owner’s manual) to be exceeded.
A second rearview mirror (right-side exterior mirror) is required when using the bike carrier.
Secure the bicycles as evenly as possible on the bike carrier with a low center of gravity, and secure them against falling off using brackets on the bike frame and tensioning straps on the front and rear wheels. Secure the bicycles on the bike carrier to prevent them from rolling away or tipping over. Mount heavy bicycles closer to the vehicle and lighter bicycles (e.g., children’s bikes) further back on the bike carrier. Before loading, remove child seats and loose items, such as water bottles, saddle bags, etc. Do not cover the bicycles with tarps, protective covers, or similar items. Store heavy loads in the trunk as far forward in the vehicle as possible to prevent excessive rear-end weight.
Objects that are difficult to see, poles, or horizontal panels must not protrude from the sides. If the load protrudes more than 40 cm beyond the outer edge of the light-emitting surfaces of the side marker lights or tail lights of the rear carrier system, it must be marked: on the sides, no more than 40 cm from its edge and no more than 1.5 m above the road surface, with a white light toward the front and a red light toward the rear. The distance between the tail lights, turn signals, and reflectors (other than triangular ones) and the outer contours of the vehicle must not exceed 40 cm.
When transporting bicycles, mark the wheels protruding from the sides separately. When driving at night, cover the reflectors on the wheels to prevent distortion of the vehicle’s rear lights and to ensure that other road users are not obstructed or misled.
The vehicle owner is responsible for ensuring that their vision and hearing are not impaired by the load or the condition of the vehicle. They must ensure that the vehicle and its load comply with regulations and that the vehicle’s road safety is not compromised by the load. Required lights and lighting units must be present and in working order even during the day.
Check all bolts and fasteners on the bike carrier and the bicycles after each installation, before every trip, and after extended trips; tighten them if necessary and recheck them at appropriate intervals. On rough roads, check the bolts and fasteners on the bike carrier and the bicycles at more frequent intervals. Failure to do so may cause the bike carrier or the bicycles to come loose, potentially injuring you or others and/or causing property damage.
Do not use any lubricants on the pre-assembled bolts. This can cause the bolts to loosen on their own, and the bike carrier or the bicycles may come loose, potentially injuring you or others and/or causing property damage.
The vehicle’s handling, braking performance, and susceptibility to crosswinds will change. Do not exceed the maximum speed of 130 km/h.
Have repairs or part replacements performed by a qualified service center. Only use genuine replacement parts available from your authorized dealer.
Degrease the towball before installation!

Caution

Remove the bike carrier when not in use.
After each installation and before every ride, check that the lighting unit is working properly and that the bike carrier is securely fastened.
The number plate on the bike carrier must match the vehicle’s official number plate and be clearly legible.
The vehicle’s number plate and the bike carrier’s lighting unit must not be obscured.
While driving, the driver should check the bike carrier and the bicycles for any shifting or movement by looking in the rearview mirror. If any changes are noticed, continue driving at a reduced speed to the nearest safe stopping point and retighten the bolts and fasteners on the bike carrier and the bicycles.
Remove the bike carrier before using a car wash.
When entering or passing through certain areas, be aware of the vehicle’s increased width and height.
These installation and operating instructions contain the general approval for the bike carrier for use with a towbar and must always be carried in the vehicle.
Observe the applicable legal regulations for the use of bike carriers in other countries.

Fitting/removing the carrier frame

Insert the carrier frame (1) into the brackets (2) and secure it with screws (3), washers (4), and nuts (5) until the carrier frame (1) can slide within the brackets (2).
Tighten the bolts (6) with nuts (7). Lightly grease the bolts (6) before installation.

Snap the number plate into the number plate holder (8) and lock the locking pin (9) by turning it.
To remove the carrier frame (1), follow the steps in reverse order.

Fitting to the vehicle

Unlock the clamping lever (1) with the key (2).
Unlock the clamping lever (1) using the lever (3) and swing it upward.
Slide the bike carrier horizontally onto the towbar (4) and align it parallel to the bumper. The towbar (4) must be guided into the mounting bracket (5).
Swing the clamping lever (1) downward until the lever (3) snaps into place, then lock it with the key (2). Remove the key (2).
Check that the bike carrier is securely fastened by shaking it. If necessary, remove the bike carrier from the towbar (4) and reattach it.
Plug the connector (6) for the lighting unit into the vehicle’s socket (7) and check that the lights are working.
To remove the bike carrier from the vehicle, follow the steps in reverse order.

Fitting/removing the bikes

Press the lever (1) and pull out the tensioning strap (2).
Place the bicycle onto the wheel rails (3).
If necessary, unlock the clamp (4) with the key (5).
Screw the clamp (4) in place using the screw (6) until the required width for the bicycle frame is reached.
Attach the bracket (7) to a suitable location on the bicycle, tighten the clamp (4) with the screw (6), and lock it with the wrench (5). Remove the wrench (5).

Thread the tensioning strap (2) diagonally through the buckles (8) between two wheel spokes, centering it, and tighten it with the lever (9) (arrow).

Mount the second bicycle in the opposite direction in the same manner on the wheel rails (10) and with the bracket (11).
For bike carrier 15610, the third bike is secured using a bracket that connects the second bike to the third bike.
To remove the bicycles, follow the steps in reverse order.

Folding the carrier frame down/up

The carrier frame can be folded down for space-saving storage.

Folding the carrier frame: positions I and II

Folding the carrier frame by approx. 60°

Loosen the bolts (1) with nuts (2) and pull them out of the recesses in the brackets (4).
Pull the carrier frame (3) out of the brackets (4) and fold it down to position I.

Folding the carrier frame by approx. 90°

Unscrew the bolts (1) with nuts (2).
Pull the carrier frame (3) upward out of the brackets (4) and fold it down to position II.

Folding the carrier frame up

To fold the carrier frame (3) up, follow the steps in reverse order.

Tilting the bike carrier

The bike carrier can be tilted 90° to load and unload the vehicle.

Open the quick-release fasteners (1).
Tilt the bike carrier 90° backward by pulling on the carrier frame (2).
To tilt the bike carrier forward, follow the steps in reverse order.