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InStep Rocket Owner's Manual

InStep Rocket Owner's Manual

Bike trailer and stroller

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Bike Trailer and Stroller Owner's Manual
Please keep this Owner's Manual for future reference. If you sell or give this product to someone else, please include
this Owner's Manual, and ask the new owners to read the instructions completely before operating.
Please read this Owner's Manual completely before assembling or operating this product.
Assembly of this product should be carried out by an adult.
Do not return this product to the store! If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact one of our
Customer Service Representatives by phone at
WARNING Failure to follow these warnings and assembly instructions could result in serious injury or death!
WARNING Immediately discard all plastic bags and plastic wrapping materials!
WARNING Maximum weight capacity for one child is 50 pounds, and for two children is 100 pounds!
WARNING Never use this trailer/stroller if it becomes damaged!
WARNING To avoid serious injury, children should always wear the seat belt and the shoulder straps!
WARNING Never leave children unattended in or around this product!
WARNING Never allow children to assemble, fold, or disassemble this unit!
WARNING Accessories or parcels placed in trailer/stroller may cause it to become unstable!
WARNING Not for use with children under 12 months old! Children must be able to support their own heads!
WARNING Before using, be sure the product is correctly assembled according to the manufacturer's instructions!
WARNING Inflate tires to within the range shown on the tire sidewall! Check tire pressure before each use!
WARNING Use a foot pump or hand pump to inflate tires! Pressurized air hoses can cause overinflation!
WARNING Periodically re-check all fasteners to make sure they are tight!
WARNING Do not use cleaning solvents! Clean only with mild soap and water!
WARNING To prevent injury, please use extreme care when folding and unfolding this product!
WARNING Make sure your bike brakes work properly! Braking distance is increased when pulling a trailer!
WARNING This trailer is wide! Allow extra clearance near curbs, signs, parked cars, and other obstacles!
WARNING A bicycle with trailer attached requires a wide turning radius! Do not turn sharply!
WARNING Each child must wear an approved safety helmet when riding in this product in trailer mode!
WARNING Never remove protective canopy when pulling children in the trailer!
WARNING Always use the safety flag when pulling this trailer!
WARNING When pulling one child in the trailer, seat him/her in the center!
WARNING Do not ride over curbs! Avoid bumps and holes! Always signal your turns!
WARNING Use extra caution when turning on uneven pavement, and going downhill!
WARNING Not for use at high speeds! Do not exceed 10 MPH!
WARNING Never ride a bike or pull this trailer at night!
WARNING Install a rearview mirror on your bike to check on children in trailer!
WARNING Be aware of exposure hazards such as windchill and heat exhaustion by less active trailer passengers in
prolonged exposure in colder temperatures, or by extended periods in warmer temperature without adequate ventilation and
hydration!
For use with models: MK550, MK750, SC760, SC761, GT551, and GT751
PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY
1-800-242-6110
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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Summary of Contents for InStep Rocket

  • Page 1 Rocket Bike Trailer and Stroller Owner’s Manual For use with models: MK550, MK750, SC760, SC761, GT551, and GT751 Please keep this Owner’s Manual for future reference. If you sell or give this product to someone else, please include this Owner’s Manual, and ask the new owners to read the instructions completely before operating.
  • Page 2: Tools Required For Assembly

    For questions concerning the safe use of this product, contact Pacific Cycle 1-800-242-6110 E-mail: info@instep.net Web site: www.pacific-cycle.com www.instep.net Please list your product’s identifying information below and keep for your records.
  • Page 3 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1 Remove the trailer from the carton and compare the contents with the parts list Remove all contents from inside the carton and place them on a clean flat surface. Compare them with the parts list to make sure that no parts are missing. (Note: the canopy is inside the trailer cabin.) WARNING Immediately discard all plastic bags and plastic wrapping materials! STEP 2 Open trailer and remove canopy...
  • Page 4 STEP 3 Link sling seat crossbar to side cabin frames Reach into the trailer, locate the sling seat and cross bar assembly and lift it up. Position the sling seat crossbar across the top of the trailer cabin frames. Slide the male joiner at the end of the cross bar into the female joiner on the cabin frame. Push the male joiner all the way down until secure.
  • Page 5 STEP 5 Begin attachment of the canopy to the cabin frame Drape the 2-in-1 rain cover over the cabin frame. Line up the snaps on each side of the canopy and those near the top of the cabin frame. Snap the canopy to the cabin frame snaps on one side of the trailer. Repeat for the other side.
  • Page 6 STEP 8 Prepare wheels for attachment Quick-release Axle lever Quick-release Black spacer Wheel axle nut nuts brackets Lift the front end of the trailer up and rest the trailer on its back. The wheel bracket slots open upward. The wheel axles may come with black protective caps. These are for shipping and should be discarded. Open the quick-release lever and loosen the nut a few turns so the axle is visible and there is a space between the quick-release axle nut and the black spacer nuts.
  • Page 7 STEP 11 Prepare front wheel assembly for attachment Carriage bolt Fork Bracket Lock knob 11A. Carefully set the trailer back down with the towbar extended in front and the wheels mounted in place. 11B. Locate the front wheel assembly: wheel, fork, bracket, lock knob, washers, and carriage bolt. 11C.
  • Page 8 STEP 14 Rotate front wheel assembly up for use in trailer mode Bracket Bracket wing wings 14A. Loosen the front wheel lock knob enough to allow the bracket to separate from the tow bar. 14B. Rotate the wheel assembly up so that the bracket wings rest on top of the tow bar. 14C.
  • Page 9 STEP 17 Coupler attachment for bikes with quick-release rear axles. (Note: If your rear bike tire has two hub nuts please refer to Steps 15 & 16.) 17A. Flip open the quick-release lever, and remove the nut and spring from the opposite side. 17B.
  • Page 10 STEP 20 Proper use of the 5-point safety harness for one or two children WARNING To avoid serious injury children should always wear the seat belt and shoulder straps! 20A. Proper seating position for one child A. Undo the lap belt buckle and seat the child in the center of the trailer/stroller. B.
  • Page 11 Removal of the trailer from the bike 1. Remove children and all cargo from inside the passenger compartment. 2. Unclip the tow bar safety strap from the “D” ring. 3. Loop the strap back around the bike frame tube so that the strap is free of the bike frame. 4.
  • Page 12 1-800-858-2800 3. Call our Customer Service Dept. at: Street Address:____________________________________________________ 1-800-242-6110 4. Order on line at our web site: City/State/Zip: ____________________________________________________ www.pacific-cycle.com or www.instep.net Contact Phone:____________________________________________________ Please allow 7 to 10 business days for your shipment to arrive. Contact E-mail:____________________________________________________...