Hullavator Arm Levers Do Not Completely Depress, Preventing Arms from Lifting
Updated 09/11/2017 | Published 09/08/2017
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My hullavator Handles will not depressed fully to allow it to be unlocked from the down position. I was wondering if there something that I’m doing wrong is it a issue with the product, I have owned my product for approximately six months
asked by: Mechelle
Expert Reply:
In this case, you'll want to make sure that you are pulling towards you when you're starting to load the kayak back up to the top of the vehicle. You will need to pull a little harder than you think you would when you first depress the handles.
I've included a video of our demo team loading a kayak using the Thule Hullavator Pro, part # TH898 so you can follow along and watch their process.
If the arms are damaged, then you'll want to purchase replacement arms, as part # TH753352303.
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