BURLEY Tail Wagon Pet Trailer Owner’s Manual

BURLEY Tail Wagon Pet Trailer

IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Before using your trailer, please familiarize yourself with this Burley manual. For questions and additional information, please contact your authorized Burley dealer or visit www.burley.com

WARNING

Failure to comply with the instructions and warnings in this manual could result in serious injury or death of the passenger or rider.

• Never leave the pet unattended.
• DO NOT leash or attach your pet to any part of the trailer
•  Ensure that all locking devices are engaged before use.
•  To avoid injury ensure that the pet is kept away when unfolding and folding this product.
•  NOT intended for use by children. This product is not a toy.
•  Make sure pet cannot make contact with the wheel spokes or any other moving parts.
•  Be cognizant of exposure hazards to less-active trailer occupants such as windchill and heat exhaustion, either by prolonged exposure in colder temperatures, or by extended periods in warmer temperatures without adequate ventilation or hydration.
•  Items placed on top of the unit may cause this product to become unstable. Hazardous conditions may exist if unapproved accessory items are added to this product. Follow Burley cargo guidelines when adding Burley approved accessories.
•  Any load attached to the sides of the trailer will affect the stability of the vehicle.
•  This product is not suitable for running or skating.
•  DO NOT tow trailer with motorized or electric vehicle (approved electric bicycles are okay).
•  DO NOT use with a total load that exceeds the weight limits. If recommended load is exceeded, the unit may become unstable.
•  DO NOT make modifications to the product.
•  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.
•  DO NOT maneuver over stairs or other obstacles while the pet is inside.
• Only use Burley approved accessories. When attaching an accessory to your trailer make sure to read and follow all warnings and instructions that are included with the accessory kit.
  Note: references to the left or right refer to standing behind the trailer looking forward.

WARNING

Only use with a Burley approved accessory. If attaching an accessory to your trailer make sure to read and follow all warnings and instructions that are included with the accessory kit.

When used as a bicycle trailer:

•  It is recommended that a qualified bicycle mechanic perform 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.

•  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 on the rear of the trailer at all times.

• If you need to come to a stop for any reason, such as to check on your pet, to make adjustments, or to address a flat tire, be sure to pull off of the road completely.

•  When using your trailer, you are towing extra weight and a bigger vehicle. You must allow more time for braking, slowing, stopping, and starting, especially when riding downhill, and allow more room for turns, corners, and passageways.

•  Experiment with the loaded trailer in an uncongested area until you become familiar with how your bike handles towing a trailer.

•  Avoid rocks, curbs, hard braking, and sudden swerving. 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 trailer. Recommended temperature limits for using a Burley trailer are 20°F to 100°F (-7°C to 38°C).

•  Always ride with the mesh windows securely zipped close to protect pet from flying debris.

• The rider of the bicycle must be at least 16 years old.

• Bicycle trailers pulled by an Electric Powered Assist Cycle (EPAC) can be restricted by law.

•  Recommended speed limits:
  – 15 mph (24 km/h) on smooth, straight roads
  – 5 mph (8 km/h) when turning or on uneven roads

•  Trailer weight must be properly distributed for safe handling. The downward force at the end of the tow bar, where it meets the bike, should be between 2 lbs and 20 lbs (1 and 9 kg). To measure this, load your trailer and place next to bathroom scale. Step on scale and note your weight. While on scale, lift up the end of the towbar 1 foot (30 cm) off the ground and note weight again. The weight difference is the downwards force on the tow bar. If the weight is too low, the rear wheel of the bicycle could lose traction. If it is too high the hitch may be overloaded.

WARNING

Your pet moving around in the trailer will shift the weight load on the tow bar of the trailer and transfer directly to the bicycle. You should expect this and be prepared for some increased push or pull on your bicycle as this happens.

Maximum Capacities

• Maximum Weight of Pet + Cargo:
  – 75 lbs (34 kg), pet + cargo

• Maximum Standing Pet Height:
  – 23 in (58 cm)

• Maximum Standing Pet Length:
  – 29 in (73 cm)

Box Contents

•  1 Trailer
•  1 Safety Flag
•  2 Wheels
•  1 Tow Bar & Hitch
•  2 Wheel Guards

Burley Trailer Guide

1.  Push-Button Wheel
2.  Tow Bar Receiver
3.  Wheel Guard
4.  Tow Bar
5.  Frame Latches (under cover)

  Opening Your Trailer

1. Raise front frame tube and rear frame tube from inside the trailer until they sit together on the plastic saddles (Figure 1).
2. Lock bars together by pushing down on latches (Figure 2).

Closing Your Trailer

1. Remove all contents from the trailer.
2. Release frame latches and push rear frame under front frame.

  WARNING

• Check that the frame locks are properly engaged before using the trailer. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
• Care must be taken when folding and unfolding to prevent finger entrapment.

Installing Wheel Guards

1.  Insert wheel guard bolts through frame tube.
   Match holes in wheel guards to bolts. Tighten securely with hex key (Figure 3).

2. Repeat for wheel guard on other side of trailer.

Attaching the Wheels

1. Push in the rubber button on the outside of the wheel hub (Figure 4).
2. Insert wheel axle into axle receiver, and then release the button (Figure 5). Pull firmly on wheel to confirm the axle is fully engaged.

Installing the Tow Bar

1. Depress detent and slide the tow bar into the tow bar receiver until hole A is aligned with hole B (Figure 6).
2. Insert the retaining pin from the top through the aligned holes (Figure 7).
3. Make sure the retaining pin has locked properly as shown (Figure 8).

Removing the Tow Bar

1. Remove the retaining pin.
2. Depress the detent, and remove the tow bar.

Attaching Cover

1. Buckle both front corners of the cover to the sides of the trailer. (Figure 10)
2. At the back of the trailer, hook elastic loops of the cover over the side knobs. (Figure 11)
3. At top of frame, fasten cover snaps to frame.

Attaching Tailgate

OPTION 1: Tailgate fastened over cover: After attaching the cover, buckle each corner of the tailgate to the sides of the trailer. (Figure 12)
OPTION 2: Tailgate fastened under cover: Unhook and lift the cover out of the way. Buckle tailgate to trailer body, then hook the elastic loops over the side knobs. (Figure 13)
Note: If your pet is prone to making unplanned exits, OPTION 1 is the more secure attachment method.

Removing Floor

1. To remove for cleaning, lift floor at inside front and pull out of trailer. (Figure 14A & 14B)
2. To install floor, insert floor under rear corner mounts. Lower front of floor and snap into place under front corner mounts. (Figure 15A & 15B)

Installing Safety Flag

Join pole sections together. On trailers left side, Insert flag pole into sleeve on left side of trailer (Figure 16).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE TRAILER WITHOUT SAFETY FLAG.

Hooking up Your Trailer

1. Quick Release or Nutted Axle: Remove quick-release skewer 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. Consult Burley.com for accessories designed to help fit your trailer to your bike.
   Thru Axle: Consult Burley.com to obtain proper fit and installation to your bike.

2. Hooking the tow bar to the hitch: Insert flex connector between the two holes on the hitch. Insert retaining 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). The strap and latch should not be making contact with the spokes.

Before You Ride

Check before each use:

1. Wheels are properly secured to the trailer.
2.  Tires are inflated to recommended pressure on the tire side wall.
3. Tow bar is properly secured to the trailer.
4.  Hitch is properly secured to the bicycle.
5.  Hitch and tow bar lock pin retainers are secured.
6. Hitch safety strap is properly installed.
7. 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.
8.  Bicycle is in proper working order, especially brakes and tires (refer to bicycle manufacturer’s instructions).
9.  Safety flag is installed.
10. Lighting is adequate for riding conditions.
11.  Cover is installed and closed.
12.  Load does not exceed: 75 lb (34 kg), pet + cargo

Check monthly:

• Inspect tow bar, hitch, frame tubing, flex connector, and hardware for damage.
•  Flex Connectors need to be replaced every 3 years for safe operation.
•  Check that bolts are tight.
•  Inspect tires and wheels for trueness, wear, 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.
Always comply with local regulations for maximum trailer weight.

Maintaining Your Burley

Storage :
For longer product life, store trailer indoors.
The trailer should not be stored at temperatures less than -10°F (-23°C) or greater than 150°F (65°C).
If trailer is used in a high salt spray environment
(beach or salted roads) then it is highly recommended to spray off the trailer after use before storage.

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.

Burley Limited Warranty

This Burley trailer is warrantied from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship as follows: fabric parts for one year, frame and plastic parts for five years. Your original dated sales or delivery receipt showing the date of purchase is your proof of purchase.
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.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the good repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

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.

ABOUT BURLEY:
From everyday errands to extraordinary expeditions, Burley has helped folks do more by bike since 1978. Based in Eugene, Oregon, Burley designs trusted, versatile bike equipment for carrying everything you need and love.

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