Tire Inflation; Spokes; Storage - Schwinn FASTBACK TRAILER Owner's Manual

TIRE INFLATION

WARNING!
All tires lose air pressure over a period of time. Use a hand or foot
operated pump. Inflate tires to the recommended pressure which is
molded on sidewall of the tires. Check them over for cuts and wear.
Do not over- or under- inflate your tires. Use a tire pressure gauge to
check for proper pressure.
WARNING!
NOTE: Pencil type automotive tire gauges and gas station air hose air
pressure settings are notoriously inaccurate and should not be depend-
ed on for consistent, accurate pressure readings.

SPOKES

Spokes need to be tightened to the correct tension for your wheels to
be both round and centered within the bicycle trailer frame.
Periodically check for any broken or loose spokes, as they can cause
overloading of other spokes and a wobbly ride with excessive tire wear.
Because spoke tightening is somewhat complicated, we recommend
taking your trailer to your Authorized Schwinn Dealer to have the
spokes tightened.

STORAGE

Improper storage is very hard on a trailer. Before storing your trailer,
clean, lubricate and wax it. Hang the trailer off the ground with the
tires at about half pressure.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
Avoid filling your tires at gas stations. The
greater pressure and volume at gas station air
pumps makes blowouts possible which may result
in serious personal injury or death.
Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure
marked on the tire's sidewall. Exceeding this
pressure can blow the tire off the rim, causing
possible damage to the bike and serious personal
injury or death to the rider and bystanders.
Do not store near electric motors.
Ozone, a by-product of electric motors, destroys
rubber and paint.
After removing a trailer from storage, be sure it is in
proper working condition.
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