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ART. 300 - 304_"TRAIL ANGEL" CHILD BIKE TOW-BAR
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING THE "TRAIL ANGEL" CHILD BIKE TOW-BAR
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR FITTING THE TOW-BAR
• 2 open-end wrenches, size 13
• 2 open-end wrenches, size 10
• 1 Phillips screwdriver
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING THE TOW-BAR
1. Check that all the components are present in the pack (check against the list accompanying the assembly drawings );
2. Assemble the tie-rod as illustrated in fig.D, make sure that the ends are parallel (do not over-tighten, apply a force of 2 Nm); *
3. Assemble the central assembly, fig. A, as in the drawing, taking care that the tubes are assembled correctly; *
4. Insert the rubber joint cover inside the tube and fix the cardan joint (pre-assembled) as in fig.B, apply a force of 5 Nm; *
5. Connect tie-rod fig.D to the central assembly fig.A, apply a force of 5 Nm, then tighten the bolt installed at the point where the tie-rod tubes
cross over fig.D, apply a force of 5 Nm;
6. Insert fig.C is provided with two holes on each side having different diameters (16/18 mm – 0.63"/0.71"), check which of the two holes has
the correct diameter to fit the hub axle nut of the child bike, then fix the insert, in the correct direction fig.C, to the tube with the bolt provided,
apply a force of 3 Nm;
7. Next insert the element fig.C in the hub axle nut of the child bike (attention: for this step it is not necessary to remove any components
of the child bike)
* for art.304, the pre-assembled "Trail Angel" child bike tow-bar, this operation is not required
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONNECTORS ON THE BICYCLES
As regards the steps indicated in this section, work exclusively on the bicycles and not on the child bike tow-bar:
1. Forcefully fix the connector on the steering column of the child's bike and insert the scratch prevention cardboard at the front, see fig. F (find the
most suitable space on the steering column for positioning the connector. If necessary it is possible to rotate the position of the connector, fig.
F, by 180° compared with what is shown in the figure);
2. Attach the tow-bar unit to the seat post of the adult bike fig.E, with the cardboard pads to prevent scratching the seat post, and tighten the
bolts securely to 10 Nm.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING THE TOW-BAR BETWEEN THE TWO BIKES
1. Insert the square tube of the bar to the drawbar and lock it using the provided lever, fig. E1, (if there are obstacles such as the saddle, for
example, it is possible to insert the pin the other way around);
2. Attach tie-rod D to coupler F with the bolt and knobs provided as illustrated in fig.F1 and tighten securely to 5 Nm (attention: the first time the
tow-bar is used insert the bolt and nut completely within the plastic knobs);
3. Unscrew the knob A2 and the knob A1 until the teeth are completely released as in fig. A;
4. Fit the wheel-holder inserts C on the nuts of the front hub of the child's bicycle;
5. Slightly tighten the knob A2 and lift the tow-bar to which the child bike is attached until the front wheel height is about 12 cm. Check that the
teeth of the assembly A are perfectly coupled then tighten knob A1 to 10 Nm and A2 to 15 Nm;
6. Cover the cardan joint with the rubber joint cover;
7. When the bar is not in use and folded on the adult bike as in fig. G, remember to screw the knobs A1 and A2 and use the provided straps to fix
it to the bike as in fig. G1.
MAIN SAFETY RULES FOR THE USE OF THE
CHILD BIKE TOW-BAR
PRELIMINARY CHECKS BEFORE EVERY USE
1. Check that nuts and screws are adequately secured;
2. All the fasteners, nuts, pins and other components must be adjusted after the first 10 hours of use;
3. Check that there is no damage or breakage of any of the parts of the child bike tow-bar;
4. Check that the cardan joint, the fixing pins and any other part of the child bike tow-bar have not been worn or damaged; replace them im-
mediately if they are damaged or worn;
5. Check that the insert C is fitted properly on the wheel axle of the child's bike;
6. Check that there is no deterioration such as breakages, cracks, etc, in seat post tube of the adult bike;
7. Check that there is no deterioration such as breakages, cracks, etc, in handlebar column of the child's bike;
8. Check that the adult bike brakes work properly;
9. Check that the wheel and rear brakes of the child's bike work adequately;
10. Ensure that the adult and child's bike meet all the requirements specified in the section "requirements for the use of the child bike tow-bar" in
these instructions;
11. Ensure that the characteristics and equipment of both adult and child meet all the requirements specified in the section "requirements for the
use of the child bike tow-bar" in these instructions.
12. Do not use the product if any of the parts are faulty, worn or damaged;
13. Do not modify the product in any way. Tampering could affect the safety of the product.
CHECKS AND PRECAUTIONS DURING USE
1. If the child's bike wobbles over the limit (the child has difficulty staying balanced on the bike) check that the closing force of the fastenings,
fig. F and E, is adequate;
2. When using for the first time, check the child bike tow-bar in open, obstacle-free spaces in order to ensure the correct operation of all the
components, particularly when starting, braking, making turns, etc. Then, only when both adult and child have gained confidence with the
towing system, should alternative paths be attempted;
3. The adult cyclist and the child cyclist must know how to uses their bicycles correctly, and be familiar with the braking, changing and steering
procedures as well as with all other actions that are fundamental for guaranteeing safe use of their bikes;
4. The child bike tow-bar must be used exclusively by two people: 1 adult for towing and 1 child on the rear towed bike. Both must wear approved
helmets and the use of knee and elbow protection is also recommended;
5. Do not use the child bike tow-bar on rough ground, off-road or on steep slopes but only on flat tracks.
6. Do not use the child bike tow-bar on roads with motor vehicle traffic, and in any case adhere strictly to the laws of the country in which the
product is used and to the rules of safe, common sense cycling ;
7. Never exceed a speed of 20 km per hour when towing;
8. Avoid humps, kerbstones, footpaths, etc.;
9. Never make sharp turns or turns with angles below 90°;
10. Pay attention to other users or things that could interfere with your path;
11. Do not use the tow-bar with electric bicycles (pedal assisted) or other motorised vehicles;
12. When using, allow for the need for greater space for starting and stopping the bicycles;
13. When starting, the adult must position him/herself with his/her feet firmly on the ground until the child has mounted and is appropriately
anchored to the handlebars and pedals;
14. Never use the child bike tow-bar if the child is tired, inattentive or distracted;
15. Never leave the child unattended;
16. The child must remain seated on the bicycle at all times during use of the tow-bar;
17. Users must always wear shoes that guarantee adequate adherence to the pedals. Never ride barefoot or with sandals, etc.;
18. When using the child bike tow-bar at night, use approved lighting devices.
The "Trail Angel" child bike tow-bar is manufactured by: Peruzzo s.r.l. Via Meucci, 115 - 36028 Rossano Veneto (VI) Italy
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