BURLEY 946207 Bee Child Trailers Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- BURLEY
Table of Contents
- BURLEY 946207 Bee Child Trailers
- Box Contents
- Burley Trailer Guide
- Burley Hitch Guide
- Opening Your Trailer
- Closing Your Trailer
- Installing the Wheel Guards
- Installing the Tow Bar
- Installing the Tow Bar
- Adjusting the Suspension
- Attaching the Wheels
- Attaching the Cover and Flag
- Hooking up Your Trailer
- Setting the Brake and Securing Your Child
- Adjusting the Roll Bar
- Before You Ride
- Maintaining Your Burley
- Safety Guidelines
- Burley Limited Warranty:
- Replacement Parts
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
BURLEY 946207 Bee Child Trailers
Box Contents
- 1 flag,
- 2 wheels,
- 1 tow bar,
- 1 cover*,
- 1 parts bag,
- 1 trailer
Required Tools
- 10mm wrench (not included),
- 5mm hex key (included)
- Some models may not have cover included in the box.
Burley Trailer Guide
- Roll bar/handlebar lever
- Suspension adjustment
- Push-button release wheel
- Flag mount
- Wheel guard
- Tow bar receiver
- Cover
- Roll bar/handlebar
- Tow bar
- Frame latches (under cover)
- Brake lever
NOTE: Not all models have all features listed above.
Burley Hitch Guide
- Safety strap
- Hitch
- Flex connector
- Lock pin
Opening Your Trailer
- Lift upper frame at rear (Figure 2).
- Reach through seat for rear frame tube (Figure 3).
- Squeeze frame tubes together to click securely in place (Figure 4).
Closing Your Trailer
- Remove Wheels.
- Under cover (Figure 4), lift left and right red latches to release frame tubes.
- Fold flat.
Installing the Wheel Guards
For trailers with plastic tow bar mounts
- Match hole in wheel guard to hole in tow bar receiver (Figure 5), and insert bolt from top. Tighten nut securely to bolt using the provided hex key and 10mm wrench.
- Repeat for wheel guard on other side of trailer.
For trailers with aluminum tow bar mounts
- Insert wheel guard bolts through frame tube. Match holes in wheel guards to bolts. Tighten securely with hex key (Figure 6).
- Repeat for wheel guard on other side of trailer.
Installing the Tow Bar
For trailers with plastic tow bar mounts
- Squeeze buttons on top and bottom of wheel guard to open (Figure 7).
- Slide tow bar into receiver on left side of trailer (Figure 8) and insert lock pin through holes in tow bar and rear receiver (Figure 9). Close retainer to secure lock pin.
- Close wheel guard to secure tow bar (Figure off).
Installing the Tow Bar
For trailers with aluminum tow bar mounts
- Slide tow bar into receiver on left side of trailer while pressing down on the button (Figure 11).
- Insert lock pin through the rear tow bar receiver and the hole at the end of the tow bar (Figure 12). Close retainer to secure lock pin.
Adjusting the Suspension
- There are 5 marked adjustment set points (Figure 13). Rotate adjustment knob to set suspension. Top position for lightest loads, bottom position for heaviest loads. Trailer should be used with left and right suspension set the same.
Attaching the Wheels
- Push in the rubber button on the outside of the wheel hub (Figure 14).
- Insert wheel axle into axle receiver, and then release the button. Pull firmly on wheel to confirm the axle is fully engaged.
Attaching the Cover and Flag
- Attach cover to trailer using provided screws and insert safety flag into circular knob on handlebar (Figure 15). Slip the cover D-rings over the hooked corners of the tow bar receivers (Figure 16).
Hooking up Your Trailer
- Installing the hitch to your bike: Remove quick-release or nut from the left side of bike’s rear wheel axle. Install hitch between quick-release or nut and frame (Figure 17). Tighten the quick-release or nut following manufacturer’s recommendation. The hitch can remain on the bike when trailer is removed.
- Hooking the tow bar to the hitch: Insert flex connector in between the two holes on the hitch. Insert lock pin and close retainer. Wrap safety strap around the frame of the bike twice and latch to the D-ring on the tow bar (Figure 18).
Setting the Brake and Securing Your Child
- Setting the parking brake: Slide the lever to the right (Figure 19). To release the brake, slide the lever to the left.
- Securing your child: Before loading or unloading your children, set the parking brake. After loading, secure and adjust the harnesses. When using a double trailer with one child, always seat the child in the center position (Figure 20). Snap shoulder strap buckles into Y-buckle positioned at the child’s sternum. Fasten and adjust lap belt(s) to fit securely. Adjust the reclining seat as needed using the webbing buckles on the back of the seat.
Adjusting the Roll Bar
- Tow mode: Always rotate the roll bar forward at least 4 inches (100mm) above the top of your child’s helmet when trailer is in towing mode.
- Stroll / Jog mode: The roll bar* may be rotated to serve as a handlebar while trailer is in strolling or jogging mode. Pull lever to rotate (Figure 21).
The roll bar lever tension is optimally adjusted from the factory. If the roll bar slips when lifting up or pushing down – or if it makes excessive noise when rotating – the lever tension can be fine-tuned by releasing the lever, squeezing the outer bar mounts together and turning the barrel nut on the side opposite the lever.
Before You Ride
Check before each use
- Wheels are properly secured to the trailer
- Tires are inflated to recommended pressure on the tire side wall
- Tow bar is properly secured to the trailer
- Hitch is properly secured to the bicycle
- Hitch and tow bar lock pin retainers are secured
- Hitch safety strap is properly installed
- Load does not exceed 100 lbs (45 kg) for double child trailers or 75 lbs (34 kg) for single child trailers
- Weight of tow bar at hitch is greater than 2 lbs (1 kg) but does not exceed 20 lbs (9 kg) with fully loaded trailer
- Bicycle is in proper working order, especially brakes and tires
- All passengers are wearing a helmet
- Safety flag is in place
- Child(ren) are properly secured with harness and lap belt
- Cover is installed and closed
Check monthly
- Inspect tow bar, hitch, frame tubing, flex connector and hardware for damage
- Check that bolts are tight
- Inspect tires and wheels for wear and check.
- Inspect wheels for trueness and cracks
- Inspect fabric parts for rips, abrasions, and missing or damaged hardware
Contact your authorized Burley dealer for replacement of any damaged or worn parts.
Maximum Capacities
Single Child Trailers: 75 lb (34 kg), one child + cargo
Double Child Trailers: 100 lbs (45 kg), one or two children + cargo
Maximum seated height of child: 24.5 in (62 cm)
Always comply with local regulations for maximum trailer weight. Maximum
overall weight (trailer + cargo + passengers) is 60 kg in Germany.
Maintaining Your Burley
Folding the Trailer
- Remove passengers and cargo
- Remove the tow bar and both wheels
- Fold roll bar flat with top of trailer
- Release frame latches and push the rear frame under the front frame
- Place the wheels and tow bar in the trailer
- NOTE: damage to windows can occur if trailer is folded with wheels installed
Storage:
For longer product life, store trailer indoors. If trailer is stored outdoors,
protect the trailer with a Burley storage cover. The trailer should not be
stored at temperatures less than -10°F (-23°C) or greater than 150°F (65°C).
Tires should not be stored in contact with windows as window discoloration may
result.
Fabric Care:
Hand wash fabric parts with warm water and mild soap or detergent. DO NOT use
bleach or solvents. Line-dry trailer cover. Wipe dry and store out of direct
sunlight in a dry, well-ventilated area. Clean windows with a damp, soft
cloth.
Safety Guidelines
- Recommended speed limits:
- 15 mph (24 km/h) on smooth, straight roads
- 5 mph (8 km/h) when turning or on uneven roads
- Children must be able to sit upright without support and have adequate neck strength to support their heads before being carried in a trailer. Consult a pediatrician to determine if a child is of sufficient developmental age to be carried in a bicycle trailer
- Maximum age of passenger is 7 years old
- Passengers must wear a bicycle helmet that meets applicable safety standards
- Always ride with the cover down to protect children from flying debris
- When using a double trailer with one child, always seat the child in the center position
- Make sure children cannot put fingers, clothing, toys or shoelaces into the wheel spokes
- Check children frequently, especially during hot or cold weather
- Never leave children unattended
- The rider of the bicycle must be at least 16 years old
- DO NOT use a car seat in trailer
- DO NOT use with a total load that exceeds the weight limits
- DO NOT make modifications to the trailer
- DO NOT over-inflate the tires. Failure to comply with the rated tire sidewall pressure may lead to explosion of the tire and possible injury.
It is recommended that a qualified bicycle mechanic does a safety check of the
towing bicycle before attaching the trailer. Before each ride, be sure the
trailer does not interfere with braking, pedaling or steering of the bicycle.
It is recommended that a rearview mirror be used on the bike.
Always comply with local regulations when using the trailer on public
roadways. Never ride a bicycle at night without adequate lighting. Obey all
local legal requirements for lighting. The red reflectors that came with the
trailer must remain attached and visible at all times. If you need to come to
a stop for any reason, such as to check on your child, to make adjustments or
to address a flat tire, be sure to pull off of the road completely.
Because of the trailer’s weight, a bicycle pulling a trailer is heavier and
less responsive. Avoid rocks, curbs, hard braking and sudden swerving.
Experiment with the loaded trailer in an uncongested area until you become
familiar with how your bike handles towing a trailer. Avoid riding over
obstacles with one wheel – as this may cause the trailer to tip over.
Use good judgment when deciding if weather, road or traffic conditions are
safe to use a Burley. Recommended temperature limits for using a Burley
trailer are 20°F to 100°F (-7°C to 38°C).
Failure to comply with the instructions and safety guidelines in this manual
could result in serious injury or death of the passenger or rider.
Burley Limited Warranty:
Burley Child Trailers are warranted from the date of purchase against defects
in materials and workmanship as follows: D’Lite, Cub, Solo: fabric parts for
one year, frame and plastic parts for five years. Encore, Honey Bee: fabric
parts for one year, frame and plastic parts for three years.
If a defect in materials or workmanship is discovered during the Limited
Warranty period, we will, at our sole option, repair or replace your product
at no cost to you. This warranty is only valid in the country in which the
product was purchased.
The Limited Warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser of this
product and is not transferable to anyone who obtains ownership of the product
from the original purchaser.
The Limited Warranty does not cover claims resulting from misuse, failure to
follow the instructions, installation, improper maintenance and use, abuse
alteration, involvement in an accident, and normal wear and tear. The Limited
Warranty does not cover products which are used in rental operations and
Burley will not be liable for any incidental or commercial damages relating to
such use.
TO THE GREATEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WRITTEN OR ORAL, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The duration of any implied warranties, including any
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose that
may exist during the express warranty period are expressly limited to the
limited warranty period.
Some states and countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied
limited warranty lasts; therefore, the above limitation and exclusions may not
apply to you.
THE CUSTOMER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR OF ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OR OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR
OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AS SPECIFIED HEREIN TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT
OUR SOLE OPTION. IN ANY EVENT, RESPONSIBILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IS EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other
rights that vary from state to state or country.
For warranty service or replacement part information for the USA or Canada,
please contact Burley directly by calling
800-311-5294 or emailing
burley@burley.com. For warranty service or
replacement part information outside of the USA and Canada please contact the
place
of purchase for warranty service. Please be prepared to provide the product
model, serial number and a description of the warranty issue.
Some replacement parts may be available for purchase after this limited
warranty expires. Please visit us at www.burley.com or call us at
541-687-1644 for more information.
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Replacement Parts
Diagram Number | Description | Part Number |
---|---|---|
D’Lite | Cub | Solo |
1 | Sunshade | 950184 |
2 | Cover (Other cover color options may be available. Contact your local | |
Burley dealer.) | 960101 (orange) | **** |
960105 (red)
| ****
960060 (blue)
| ****
960112 (red)
960102 (yellow)
960103 (green)
3| Safety flag| 960009| 960009| 960009| 960009| 960009
4| Shoulder safety strap (one pair for each child)| 950127 (grey)| 950127
(grey)| 950127 (grey)| 950004 (black)| 950004 (black)
5| Pad Set for seat, harness & crotch strap| 950143| 950143| 950144| 950158|
950158
6| Handle Bar ( Handle Bar tube, outer handle bar clamps & flag holder )|
120107| 120107| 120095| 120075| 120075
| Flag holder (not shown) (includes bolt & nut)| 120096| 120096| 120096|
120096| 120096
7| Handlebar lever, rod & barrel nuts| 950154| 950154| 950161| 950154| 950154
8| Suspension Replacement Kit (pair)| 950187| 950187| 950187| n/a| n/a
9| Axle assembly| 950082| 950082| 950142| 950088| 950088
10| Wheel (includes push button axle, tire & reflectors) (sold individually)
2013| 160041| 160041| 160041| 160041| 160041
11| Tow Bar Receiver Kit, left| 950075| 950075| 950075| 950075| 950005
| Tow Bar Receiver Kit, right (not shown)| 950108| 950108| 950108| 950108| n/a
12| Tow bar assembly (tow bar, safety strap & flex connector)| 250229| 250229|
250228| 250229| 250229
13| Flex connector with safety strap| 950038| 950038| 950038| 950038| 950038
14| Forged standard hitch| 960041| 960041| 960041| 960041| 960041
15| Lower Frame Kit (L & R main frame tubes, front & rear cross frames, bag
holder, hinges & hardware) 2013| 950151| 950198| 950199| 950024| 950147
16
| Batten Kit, Upper (pair) (D’Lite) (Solo 2013)| 950163| n/a| 950163| n/a| n/a
Batten Kit, Lower (pair) (D’Lite) (Solo 2013)| 950164| n/a| 950164| n/a| n/a
17| Frame assembly, front (tubes & latches) 2013| 950194| 950194| 950195|
950194| 950194
18| Frame assembly, rear (tube) 2013| 950196| 950196| 950197| 950196| 950196
19| Brake Kit 2013| 950188| 950188| 950189| 950188| 950188
| Seat (not shown)| ****
250242
| ****
250242
| ****
250243
| ****
250242
| 250242 (EURO),
250423 (US)
| Floor/side panels (not shown)| 250177| 250172| 250171| 250170| 250281
20| Wheel Guard Kit| Included with tow bar receiver kit| 250160
21| Right side cover hook| Included with tow bar receiver kit| 250263
References
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