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Rescue 42 podRUNNER Owner's Manual

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The PodRunner™ portable delivery system consists of a fully customizable payload (the "Pod")
securely attached to a scissor-lift chassis with all-terrain tires (the "Runner"). PodRunner™
mounts on any standard 2" trailer hitch, and the scissor-lift chassis enables one person to easily
load and unload the unit from the hitch without lifting—and then roll it to the destination.
PodRunner™ fits through standard doorways and can be used on elevators and escalators.
PodRunner™ by Rescue 42, Inc. 
Toll Free: (888) 427‐3728 / Business: (530) 891‐3473 
 
PO Box 1242 Chico, CA 95927 
www.ThePodRunner.com 
 

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  • Page 1     The PodRunner™ portable delivery system consists of a fully customizable payload (the “Pod”) securely attached to a scissor-lift chassis with all-terrain tires (the "Runner"). PodRunner™ mounts on any standard 2” trailer hitch, and the scissor-lift chassis enables one person to easily load and unload the unit from the hitch without lifting—and then roll it to the destination.
  • Page 2  You are always responsible for damage to your PodRunner™, other property, injury or death caused by incorrect use of a PodRunner™.  Vehicle transport of a PodRunner™ is limited to a class III (or higher), 2” receiver hitch. Never use a hitch extender or hitch size converter with a PodRunner™.
  • Page 3 Please be aware of these issues for the best performance of your PodRunner™  Most PodRunner™ components are finished to prevent rust. As with any metal equipment, we recommend you keep the unit clean and remove road salt and debris.

  • Page 4: Front View

                  Please read all instructions carefully before using and/or attaching the PodRunner™ to your vehicle Front View A. Steering Handle F. (Scissor) Lift Handle B. Upper Frame G. License Plate Bracket C. Lower Frame H.
  • Page 5 Using Your PodRunner™ Your PodRunner™ has two phases of mobility (1) manually rolling the unit on its wheels or (2) mounting the unit to a 2” (class III or greater) vehicle hitch. When rolling the unit around using manual power, use caution on slopes or ramps as the unit may be difficult to control when fully loaded.
  • Page 6 PodRunner™ is just starting to transfer onto your hitch. Too little weight and the PitchLok™ Pins won’t drop. Too much weight and it will be difficult to shift the weight of the PodRunner™.
  • Page 7 Steering Lock Pin into the Lock Tab and continue to rotate the wheels into the UP Position. (5) Reinsert both Leg Pins and secure Safety Springs, then secure the Steering Handle with the red Safety Lanyard. Do not to pinch the brake lines. PodRunner™ by Rescue 42, Inc.  Toll Free: (888) 427‐3728 / Business: (530) 891‐3473   ...
  • Page 8 PodRunner™ or your vehicle. Adding weight to the rear of your vehicle (with a PodRunner™ or any carrying device) will lighten the front of your vehicle. This may cause reduced friction between your front tires and the ground affecting steering control. Use caution particularly in wet or icy conditions.
  • Page 9 There are literally thousands of vehicle/trailer hitch combinations on the road today. Providing a “one size fits all” Hitch Adapter is impossible. The PodRunner™ Hitch Adapter has a set of adjustment bolts to allow you to adjust the Hitch Adapter to your particular vehicle. These adjustments are primarily used when you intend to also use an Anti- Rattle hitch pin and want your PodRunner™...

  • Page 10: Maintenance And Repairs

    Holes. When not in use, it is recommended that the PodRunner™ be stored in a protected/indoor area to protect it from the elements. Long term exposure to UV and moisture can cause the powder coating to fade and non-painted surfaces to corrode.

  • Page 11: Warranty

    Rescue 42’s sole liability to any purchaser is limited to the remedy set forth above. In no event will Rescue 42 be liable for any lost profits, lost sales or for any consequential, direct, indirect, incidental, special or exemplary or punitive damages or for any other damages of any kind or nature.
  • Page 12 Cargo Carrier • Equipment Racks • Communications • Pumping • General Contracting • SCBA/SCUBA Transport • Dive & Boat • Audio/Visual Hub • Remote Field Monitoring • Mobile Service & Repair • and much, much more… Be sure to check out our PodRunner™ website for additional product offerings, Pod accessories, pictures, instructional videos and testimonials.

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