Main risks

• Detachment of the roof box or roof rack due to incorrect installation or loosening while driving.
• Loss of cargo or projection of objects due to insufficient securing.
• Altered vehicle stability, increased braking distance and sensitivity to crosswinds due to weight and aerodynamics.
• Impacts with low ceilings, barriers, branches or signs due to the increased height or length of the vehicle.
• Obstruction of lights, number plate, sensors or rear camera with rear-mounted solutions.
• Finger trapping, knocks or falls during loading, unloading and opening/closing.
• Damage to the roof, roof bars or paint due to overloading, poor weight distribution or scuffing.

Safe use

• Check compatibility with your vehicle and mounting system, and respect the load limits of both the vehicle and the accessory itself.
• Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions and tighten the fixings evenly; check that there is no play.
• Distribute the weight centrally and as low as possible; avoid loose items and use suitable straps to immobilise the load.
• Ensure that lids, locks and keys are fully closed and locked before setting off.
• Recheck the tightness and condition of the assembly after the first few kilometres and during stops on long journeys.
• Adapt your driving: reduce speed, increase following distance and avoid abrupt manoeuvres, especially in crosswinds.
• Mind the height and overhangs when entering garages, toll booths or tunnels; ensure that lights and the number plate remain visible.
• Avoid automatic car washes with the roof box or roof rack installed unless expressly indicated by the manufacturer.
• When loading or unloading, use stable footing and secure points of support; do not step onto unstable areas of the vehicle.

Storage and maintenance

• Clean with water and mild, pH-neutral soap after use, especially if exposed to salt or dust; dry thoroughly before storing.
• Store in a dry, shaded place with nothing on top, preferably hung or on padded supports that will not deform the structure.
• Keep seals, straps, fasteners and keys together to prevent loss and ease the next installation.
• Inspect locks, hinges, seals, straps, supports and fasteners periodically; replace any parts that are worn, cracked, rusty or deformed.
• Check the tightness and absence of play before each trip.
• Lightly lubricate the locks if recommended by the manufacturer; avoid solvents or abrasive products.
• If you are not going to use it for a while, remove it to reduce wear and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and the elements.

Usage restrictions

• Do not carry people, animals or unrestrained loads inside the roof box or on the roof rack.
• Do not exceed the maximum load permitted by the roof rack, the roof bars, the tow ball or the vehicle roof.
• Do not use the accessory if parts are missing or if any components are damaged, cracked or have play; do not improvise fixings.
• Do not use as an anchorage point for towing or lifting, nor as a platform to stand or sit on.
• Do not attach it to unintended surfaces or to vehicles incompatible with the mounting system.
• Avoid high speeds and demanding off-road driving if the product is not designed for it.
• Keep children and pets away during assembly, loading and unloading; carry out these operations under adult supervision.