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5. Hitching the Trailer on the Bicycle
NOTE: The universal hitch is only suitable for bicycle with full axle or/and with quick release axle.
5.1. Bicycles with Full Axle
Remove the left hand axle nut from the bicycle. Any spacers or washers can generally be retained. Put the hitch
on the axle and re-attach the nut.
WARNING: The axle nut must be tightened on the axle thread by at least 5 full turns, so that adequate clamping
force is ensured. A thread which is too short can result in accidental loosening of the rear wheel and therefore
cause serious injury or death. If in doubt, contact your specialist dealer.
5.2. Bicycles with Quick Release Axle
Remove the quick release from the bike and guide it through the hitch along with the quick release axle.
Push the quick release through the wheel hollow axle again, screw the nut and clamp the quick release with
the correct pressure.
Insert the safety pin through holes in both hitch and hitch connectors. Rotate and lock up the pin.
Wrap the safety strap around the chain stay and fasten it to the tow bar D-ring with the snap hook.
WARNING! Hitch and safety strap must be properly installed. Inspect the hitch and tow bar frequently
for any damage or loose fasteners. Damaged or improperly installed can result in serious injury or death.
Safety Instructions:
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The trailer is intended to carry house goods only. No human passengers!
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Maximum load: 60 kgs
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Maximum speed: 16km/hour.
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Always wear a helmet when riding.
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Carefully check the bolts, nuts and safety pins.
Make sure that all these parts are properly tightened or locked.
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Be aware that riding with the trailer increases your braking distance and may affect your
ability to control the bicycle. Thoroughly practise in a safe area until you become familiar with it.
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Only use factory-supplied wheels, with the tires inflated to 30-35 P.S.I. Check pressure before each use.
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Do not make any alterations to the trailer or hitch, which could result in injury or death.
In order to ensure that the hub is clamped sufficiently
in the hollow axle, the quick release lever must begin
gripping as it moves from the open to the middle
position, and approaching the closed position you
should clearly feel resistance as you tighten. If it is too
easy or too difficult to move the quick release lever,
tighten or loosen the quick release nut on the other side
of the hub.
WARNING: The thread of the quick release nut must
be tightened on the quick release axle by at least 5 full
turns, so that adequate clamping force is ensured. A quick
release axle with is too short can result in accidental
loosening of the rear wheel and therefore cause serous
injury or death. If in doubt, contact your specialist dealer.
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