joovy Caboose Ultralight Sit and Stand Double Stroller Instruction Manual

joovy Caboose Ultralight Sit and Stand Double Stroller

Safety and Warnings

Please read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference.

1. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death.
2. Never leave child unattended.
3. Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out.
4. Always use restraint system and ensure that children are positioned according to these instructions.
5. Be certain that the stroller is fully opened, the safety latch is in position, and the wheel brakes are on before allowing children near the stroller.
6. The parking device should always be engaged during the loading and unloading of children.
7. The front seat is not suitable for a child under 3 months.
8. The maximum weight of the child that can be seated in the front seat is 45 lbs. (20.4 kg).
9. The maximum height of a child the product is designed to carry is 44 in (111.8 cm).
10. The rear stand-on platform and the rear bench seat are designed for a child that is at least 2-1/2 years old but LESS than 44 inches (111.8 cm) tall and less than 45 lbs. (20.4 kg).
11. Use of the stroller with two children weighing more than 45 lbs. (20.4 kg) each, or children totaling more than 90 lbs. (40.8 kg), will cause excessive wear and stress on the stroller and may cause a hazardous unstable condition.
12. Never use this stroller to carry more than 2 children at the same time.
13. Never allow a child to step on the footrest to get into or out of the stroller.
14. Do not use the stroller on stairways or escalators.
15. Do not add any attachment not specifically recommended by Joovy.
16. Any load attached to the handle affects the stability of the stroller. Hanging purses, shopping bags, parcels, changing bags or other accessory items from handle bars or any other parts of the stroller may change the balance of the stroller and cause a hazardous unstable condition.
17. The maximum weight that can be carried in the storage basket is 15 lbs. (6.8 kg). Excessive weight may result in a hazardous unstable condition.
18. The included parent organizer is for use ONLY on the Joovy Caboose UL stroller. DO NOT use it on other stroller models.
19. Never carry hot beverages or open containers in the parent organizer. Maximum weight allowed is 5 lbs. (2.3 kg).
20. The maximum weight that can be carried in each seat side pocket is 1 lb. (0.5 kg).
21. When installing an infant carrier onto the stroller, ALWAYS use the restraining strap to secure the carrier in place.
22. The maximum weight that can be carried in each cup holder or the tray is 2 lbs. (0.9 kg).
23. Never allow your stroller to be used as a toy.
24. Discard all packaging materials properly. Do not allow children to play with them.
25. Check your stroller for loose rivets, snaps, worn parts, and torn material or stitching on a regular basis.
26. Discontinue use of the stroller should it malfunction or become damaged.
    CAUTION: While unfolding the stroller, be careful to keep your fingers from being pinched by moving parts.

Please do not return this product to the store.

If you experience any of difficulty with the assembly or use of this product, or if you have a question regarding these instructions, please contact Team 432 (page 12).
Please note: Styles and colors may vary.

Parts List

Additional Accessories (sold separately)

Customize your ride with a number of optional accessories for added functionality. All accessories are sold separately.

Rear Seat

1. Removable/machine-washable seat fabric

Stroller Assembly

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please refer to the end of this manual for all photos that are referenced in parentheses in the instructions below.

Unpacking the Product

1. Remove everything from the box – stroller, canopy, two rear wheels, two front wheel sets, tray, parent organizer, infant car seat adapter and documents (not shown).
2. Discard all packaging materials properly including plastic coverings.
3. DO NOT allow children to play with any packaging materials.

WARNING: Adult assembly is required for this product. No tools required.

Unfolding

1. Keep children away from stroller while unfolding.

2. Release the folding lock located on the right side by lifting the lever off of the catch. (1)

3. Lift up on the handlebar of the stroller until the frame snaps into its open locked position. CAUTION: While unfolding the stroller, be careful to keep your fingers from being pinched by moving parts.
   NOTE: Remove packing foam from rear frame assembly to ensure stroller locks in the open position.

4. Lock the safety latch. (2)

5. Ensure that the safety latch is secured before ANY use of the stroller.

WARNING: ALWAYS secure the safety latch on the side of the stroller when it is in the unfolded use position. This will prevent collapse of the stroller should the handlebar trigger locks be accidentally opened. Possible pinching hazard – Be careful when unfolding the stroller.

Installing/Removing Rear Wheels

• Install one rear wheel by sliding it onto the axle until it clicks into place. (3)
• Repeat for other rear wheel.
• Pull on the wheels to ensure they are installed securely.
• To remove each wheel, push up the plastic tab on the rear axle and then pull the wheel outward from the stroller. (4)

Installing/Removing the Front Wheels

1. Place the front wheel sets onto the front wheel posts until they click in place. (5)
2. Pull on the wheel sets to ensure they are installed securely.
3. To remove each wheel, press down on the plastic tab in the hole at the bottom of the front wheel and then pull the wheel outward from the stroller. (6)

Front Wheel Locks

1. The front wheels can be set to swivel or lock.
2. To lock the front wheels, rotate each wheel set so that it points forward.
3. Pull up on the locking lever to engage the swivel lock. (7)
4. To unlock the wheels (swivel mode) push down on the lever.

Installing and Operating the Canopy

• Position the canopy with the sun visor forward.
• Insert the canopy attachments into the frame mounts on BOTH sides. Ensure they snap into place. (8)
• The canopy can be adjusted forward and back.
• To remove the canopy, press the lock buttons on BOTH sides of the canopy and pull up. (9).

WARNING: Possible pinching hazard – Be careful when closing and opening the side hinges so as not to pinch your fingers.

Installing/Using the Canopy Rear Extension

1. Locate the Extension in the zipper pocket on the rear upper edge of the canopy.
2. Unzip the zipper and fully open the Extension. (10)
3. Attach each buttonhole to the post on each side of the handlebar. (11)
4. When not in use, detach the buttonholes from the posts and roll up the Extension. Store it in the pocket and zip the zipper closed.

Attaching/Detaching the Front Tray

1. • To attach the front tray, slide the tray onto BOTH mounts until they snap in place. (12)
   • To remove tray, press the lock buttons on BOTH mounts and pull forward. (13)

WARNING: The child tray is not a restraint device. Always secure your child with the restraint system. Never lift the stroller by the child tray. Use caution when attaching the child tray when there is a child seated in the stroller.

Stroller Operation

Rear Wheel Brakes

Always engage rear wheel brakes before placing a child in or removing a child from the stroller.

1. To engage, push down on the brake lever on either side. (14)
2. To release, push down on the back of the brake lever on either side. (15)
   NOTE: Gently push the stroller back and forth to ensure the brake is fully engaged.

WARNING: Always make sure the wheel brakes are engaged when the stroller is not being pushed so that the stroller will not roll away. Never leave stroller unattended, especially on a hill or incline, as the stroller may tip over or slide.

Adjusting the Footrest

1. The footrest can be adjusted to 3 positions.
2. To adjust it upwards, simply rotate it up to the desired position until it locks into place.
3. To adjust it down, press the release buttons on both sides and rotate it down to the desired position. (16)

WARNING: Never allow a child to step onto the footrest in either position in order to get into or out of the stroller. This may cause the stroller to tip over and injure the child.

Securing the Front Seated Child

1. There are three height adjustment positions for the shoulder harness.
2. Adjust the height to the closest height above your child’s shoulders.
3. To remove the shoulder harness, turn the plastic ends sideways and push them through the slots in the seatback. Reattach the harness at the proper height by reinserting the plastic ends through the slots. (17) Ensure both straps are the same height.
4. To unlatch the buckle press the center button and remove the male ends of each buckle. (18)
5. Carefully place the child in the seat with the shoulder straps over their shoulders and chest. Then place the crotch strap between the child’s legs.
6. Push the shoulder/waist latch posts into the crotch buckle until all parts snap into place. (19)
7. Tighten the waist belt to be snug around the child’s waist.
8. The shoulder, waist, and crotch straps may be adjusted using the sliding plastic rings on these straps.

WARNING: The front seat is not suitable for children under 3 months. Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use the restraint system.

Seat Recline Positioning

The front seat has 3 recline positions. This seat should only be used for a child that is at least 3 months old. For children between 3 and 6 months, only use the fully reclined position.

1. To place the seat in the first upright position, squeeze the recline bars located on the back of the seat, and move the seat to the upright position. Check to ensure that the recline mechanism has engaged and the seat does not move. (20)
2. To recline the seat, squeeze the recline bars and move the seat to either the second (middle) or third recline positions. Again, check to ensure that the recline mechanism has engaged, and that the seat does not move.

WARNING: Whether the seatback is upright or reclined, ALWAYS make certain that the recline mechanism is engaged before placing the child into the seat.

Using the Stand-On Platform

1. Push the bench seat to its most forward position.
2. Position the canopy to its most forward position.
3. Position the child on the platform on the back of the stroller. Be sure that the child is facing forward and BOTH of their hands are holding the stroller frame.
4. Be sure that BOTH of the child’s feet are fully on the platform at all times.
5. You may need to adjust the recline position of the seat to allow for more room for the child to stand.

WARNING: The rear stand-on platform and the rear bench seat are designed for a child that is at least 2-1/2 years old but LESS than 44 in (111.8 cm) tall and less than 45 lbs. (20.4 kg). Use of the stroller with two children weighing more than 45 lbs. (20.4 kg) each, or children totaling more than 90 lbs. (40.8 kg), will cause excessive wear and stress on the stroller and may cause a hazardous unstable condition. NEVER allow a standing child to use the canopy as a hand hold. NEVER use this stroller to carry more than 2 children at the same time.

Using the Rear Bench Seat

1. Push the bench seat to its most rearward position.
   NOTE: There are webbing straps attached to the bottom of the rear seat pad. These straps will lock the seat into the most rearward position. To lock the seat, pull the straps from EACH side of the pad and loop them around the frame as shown, then snap them together. (21)

2.  To slide the seat forward, undo EACH snap and reattach the webbing to the underside of the seat pad using the Velcro® attachments.

3. Position the canopy to its most forward position.

4. To unlatch the buckle press the center button and remove both latch posts.

5. Have the child sit on the bench seat facing backward with their feet on the platform.

6. You may need to adjust the recline position of the seat to allow for more room for the child to sit.

7. Place the crotch strap between the child’s legs.

8. Push the waist latch posts into the crotch buckle until all parts snap into place. (22)

9. Adjust the seat belt to be snug around the child’s waist.

10. Be sure that BOTH of the child’s feet are fully on the platform at all times.

11. Be sure that BOTH of the child’s hands are holding the stroller frame.

WARNING: NEVER allow a rear-seated child to use the canopy as a hand hold.

Storage Basket

The maximum weight that can be carried in the storage basket is 15 lbs (6.8 kg).

Installing the Parent Organizer

• Loop one strap of the parent organizer around one side of the handlebar and loop the rest of the strap back around the handlebar to attach the Velcro®. (23)
• Repeat for the other side. Ensure the parent organizer is secure.

WARNING: For use ONLY on the Joovy Caboose UL Stroller. NEVER carry hot beverages or open containers in this product. Maximum weight for Organizer is 5 lbs. (2.3 kg).

Folding the Stroller

• Keep children away from stroller while folding.

• Remove any infant car seat. The stroller can be folded with the infant car seat adapter in place.

• Close the canopy and push it forward.

• Put the front seat into the most upright position.

• Make sure both rear wheel brakes are set to their locked positions.

• Lock BOTH front wheel sets in place with locking levers facing forward.

• Unlock the safety latch on the lower left side of the stroller.

• Pull upward on the trigger mechanisms on both sides of the stroller and push the handlebar fully forward. (24)
  CAUTION: While folding the stroller, be careful to keep your fingers from being pinched by moving parts.

• Engage the fold lock on the right side of the stroller over the mounting post. (25)

WARNING: ALWAYS keep children away from the str oller when folding. Possible pinching hazard – Be careful when folding the stroller.

Using the Stroller with an Infant Car Seat

1. NOTE: See insert for a list of specific compatible car seat models.
2. Remove the front tray and install the infant car seat adapter on the same mounts. Ensure it is secure on BOTH sides. (26)
3. Push the canopy to its most rearward position.
4. ADJUST THE SEAT TO ITS SECOND (MIDDLE) POSITION.
5. Remove the infant car seat from its base and place it onto the front seat of the stroller so it is in a REAR FACING POSITION. Position the “head” end toward the front, resting on the infant car seat adapter. Position the “feet” end on the seatback – but NOT on the top edge of the seatback. (27)
6. Buckle the restraining straps over the LOWEST part of the infant car seat (the straps are located in the pockets on the side of the seat) Adjust the straps so they are tight around the infant car seat but AWAY from the child’s neck. Pull up on the infant car seat to be sure it is secure. (28)
7. To remove the infant car seat from the stroller, unlock the restraining strap buckle by pressing the button and both side releases. (29)
8. Return the restraining straps to their pockets.

WARNING: ALWAYS install the infant car seat so that the child is facing toward the rear (handlebar) of the stroller with the restraining straps secured. ALWAYS position the infant car seat so that it is securely placed down inside the infant car seat adapter frame. ALWAYS position the infant car seat so that it is resting ON the seatback, but NOT on the top of the seatback. The seatback must be in the second (middle) position. NEVER position the restraining straps on or near the child’s neck as this may result in strangulation. The infant car seat adapter is for use ONLY with specific infant car seat models. See insert for specific models. DO NOT use other infant car seat models.

Care & Maintenance

Maintenance

All of the fittings, snaps, locks, rivets, and other hardware and plastic parts on the stroller should be inspected periodically to ensure that they are secured properly and not damaged or malfunctioning. The restraint system as well as all other straps and fabric items and their stitching should also be inspected periodically to ensure that they are secured properly and not loose, torn or otherwise damaged. All moving parts, such as wheels, brakes, and hinges should also be checked periodically to ensure they are operating properly. Any missing, broken, or worn components should be replaced immediately, and the stroller should not be used until they are replaced. Only original manufacturer’s components should be used. If needed, please contact Joovy at our toll-free phone number.

Cleaning

The fabric material on this stroller can be cleaned using mild household soap or detergent and warm water on a sponge or clean cloth. Always allow the fabric to completely air dry before using the stroller. The frame and wheels should always be kept clean and free of dirt and foreign matter, especially after operating the stroller in rain, snow, or other harsh environments. Use a sponge or cloth dampened with warm water and a mild household soap or detergent to clean the wheels after such use.

Storage

Direct sunlight may fade fabric and dry out wheels. Store stroller indoors to prolong its appearance. DO NOT store outdoors. Ensure that the stroller is dry before storing for prolonged periods. Always store the stroller in a dry environment. Store the stroller in a safe place when not in use (i.e. away from children). DO NOT place heavy objects on top of the stroller. DO NOT store the stroller near a direct heat source such as a radiator or open fire.

Team 432 Please do not return this product to the store. If you experience any of difficulty with the assembly or use of this product, or if you have a question regarding these instructions, please contact Team 432: United States Joovy 877-456-5049, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Central Time joovy.com LiveChat, 8:30 am – 9:00 pm Central Time
[email protected]

CanadaElfe Juvenile Products 800-667-8184, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Eastern Time [email protected]

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