M-WAVE 640063 Stalwart Carry Fold Bicycle Cargo Trailer Owner’s Manual

M-WAVE 640063 Stalwart Carry Fold Bicycle Cargo Trailer

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Bicycle Cargo Trailer – Stalwart Carry Fold 2
• Compatible with hand cart towing bar (art. 640063)

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly of the Wheels
Follow these steps to assemble the wheels:

1. Identify the outer side and inner side of the wheels.
2. Attach the wheels to the designated positions on the trailer frame.

Installing the Tow Bar
Follow these steps to install the tow bar

1. Push the round end of the tow bar into the receptacle provided on the left-hand side of the trailer.
2. Secure the tow bar by using the quick-action tension jack (Pos.a) and the locking pin (Pos.b).
3. Ensure that the tow bar is securely locked to prevent any accidents while riding.

Unfolding the Trailer
Follow these steps to unfold the trailer

1. Lay the trailer frame flat on the ground.
2. Raise the side panels so that they are vertical.
3. Position the roll bar into place, aligning the holes in the side panels with the holes on the ends of the roll bar.
4. Insert the knob from outside of the side panel into the thread on the end of the roll bar.
5. Repeat for the other side and fully tighten both knobs.

Hitching the Trailer on the Bicycle Bicycles with Full Axle
To hitch the trailer on bicycles with full axle:

1. Remove the left-hand axle nut from the bicycle, retaining any spacers or washers.
2. Place the hitch on the axle and re-attach the nut.
3. Ensure that the axle nut is tightened on the axle thread by at least 5 full turns to provide adequate clamping force.

Bicycles with Quick Release Axle
To hitch the trailer on bicycles with quick release axle

1. Remove the quick release from the bike and guide it through the hitch along with the quick release axle.

2. Push the quick release through the wheel hollow axle again, screw the nut, and clamp the quick release with the correct pressure.

3. Ensure that the hub is clamped sufficiently in the hollow axle
   by checking the quick release lever’s movement and resistance.

4. Tighten or loosen the quick release nut on the other side of the hub to adjust the quick release lever’s ease of movement.

5. Make sure that the quick release nut is tightened on the quick release axle by at least 5 full turns to ensure adequate clamping force.

After hitching the trailer, insert the safety pin through the holes in both hitch and hitch connectors. Rotate and lock up the pin. Wrap the safety strap around the chain stay and fasten it to the tow bar D-ring with the snap hook.

It is important to frequently inspect the hitch and tow bar for any damage or loose fasteners. Proper installation of the hitch and safety strap is crucial to prevent accidents.

FAQ

• Q: Is the bicycle cargo trailer compatible with all bicycles?
  A: The trailer is compatible with bicycles with full axle or/and with a quick release axle. Please refer to the specific instructions for each type of bicycle.

• Q: How should I tighten the axle nut or quick release nut?
  A: The axle nut or quick release nut should be tightened by at least 5 full turns to ensure adequate clamping force. If you have any doubts, it is recommended to contact your specialist dealer for assistance.

• Q: What should I do if I notice any damage or loose fasteners on the hitch or tow bar?|
  A: If you notice any damage or loose fasteners, it is important to address them immediately. Replace any damaged components and ensure that all fasteners are securely tightened before using the trailer.

Bicycle Cargo Trailer ›Stalwart Carry Fold 2‹

Compatible with hand cart towing bar (art. 640063)

Owner’s Manual & Instructions

Please read through this manual and following the instructions before and during use.

Assembly of the wheels

Fixing the wheels: Please remove the two black protective caps on each wheel. Unscrew the parts marked
„inner side“ in the picture from the quick-action tension jack and push the quick-action tension jack together with the parts marked “outer side“ through the wheel axle. Take one wheel and position it in the guide way provided inthe frame in such a way as to ensure that the quick-action tension jack lever is locatedon the outside of the trailer. Now, remount the parts marked „inside” onto the quick-action tension jack, observing the sequence shown in the picture and then tighten it. Please proceed along the same lines on the opposite side with the other wheel.
PLEASE NOTE : Ensure that the retaining washers (a) are positioned in the recesses in the frame.

Installing the Tow Bar

Fixing the tow bar: In order to fix the tow bar, push the round end into the receptacle provided (Figure 1) on the left-hand side, Secure the inserted tow bar with the quick-action tension jack supplied (Pos.a) and the locking pin (Pos.b) (Figure 2). The bend in the tow bar is now facing the right with respect to the direction of travel.
Important: Ensure that the pin is securely locked, because a loose tow bar could result in your losing control of the trailer while riding.

Unfolding the Trailer

With the trailer frame lying flat, raise the side panels so that they are vertical. Position the roll bar into place until the holes in the side panels and the holes on the ends of roll bar are line up. Insert the knob from outside of the side panel and then into the thread on the end of the roll bar. Repeat for the other side and fully tighten both knobs.

Hitching the Trailer on the Bicycle

NOTE: The universal hitch is only suitable for bicycle with full axle or/and with quick release axle.

Bicycles with Full Axle
Remove the left hand axle nut from the bicycle. Any spacers or washers can generally be retained. Put the hitch on the axle and re-attach the nut.

WARNING: The axle nut must be tightened on the axle thread by at least 5 full turns, so that adequate clamping force is ensured. A thread which is too short can result in accidental loosening of the rear wheel and therefore cause serious injury or death. If in doubt, contact your specialist dealer.

Bicycles with Quick Release Axle
Remove the quick release from the bike and guide it through the hitch along with the quick release axle.
Push the quick release through the wheel hollow axle again, screw the nut and clamp the quick release with the correct pressure.

In order to ensure that the hub is clamped sufficiently in the hollow axle, the quick release lever must begin gripping as it moves from the open to the middle position, and approaching the closed position you should clearly feel resistance as you tighten. If it is too easy or too difficult to move the quick release lever, tighten or loosen the quick release nut on the other side of the hub.

WARNING: The thread of the quick release nut must be tightened on the quick release axle by at least 5 full turns, so that adequate clamping force is ensured. A quick release axle with is too short can result in accidental loosening of the rear wheel and therefore cause serous injury or death. If in doubt, contact your specialist dealer.

Insert the safety pin through holes in both hitch and hitch connectors. Rotate and lock up the pin. Wrap the safety strap around the chain stay and fasten it to the tow bar D-ring with the snap hook. WARNING! Hitch and safety strap must be properly installed. Inspect the hitch and tow bar frequently for any damage or loose fasteners. Damaged or improperly installed can result in serious injury or death.

Safety Instructions

• The trailer is intended to carry house goods only. No human passengers!

• Maximum load: 40 kgs

• Maximum speed: 16 km/hour.

• Always wear a helmet when riding.

• Carefully check the bolts, nuts and safety pins.
  Make sure that all these parts are properly tightened or locked.

• Be aware that riding with the trailer increases your braking distance and may affect your ability to control the bicycle. Thoroughly practise in a safe area until you become familiar with it.

• Only use factory-supplied wheels, with the tires inflated to 30-35 P.S.I. Check pressure before each use.

• Do not make any alterations to the trailer or hitch, which could result in injury or death.

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