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x-country series:
cheetah 1, cheetah 2, cougar 1, cougar 2, cx 1, cx 2
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you should not use the chariot child carrier before you have read and understood the contents of this owner's
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- Page 1 1, cheetah 2, cougar 1, cougar 2, cx 1, cx 2 Keep this owner’s manual for future reference. www.chariotcarriers.com warning you should not use the chariot child carrier before you have read and understood the contents of this owner’s manual.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
3.5 safety instructions for maintenance and repairs....3.6 Warning against unauthorised modifications..... chariot carriers inc. retains all rights to this owner’s manual. no text, details, or illustrations from this manual may be either reproduced, distributed, or become the subject of unauthorized 4.Description of the ready chassis......... -
Page 3: General Items
1, cougar 1, and cx 1 34 kg/75 lb, 1 child cargo load of the cheetah 2, cougar 2, and cx 2 45 kg/100 lb, maximum of 2 children maximum body height of the children 111 cm (43.7“) -
Page 4: Overview Of Components
. Overview of Components . Safety w ar n i n g the purpose of this section is to acquaint you with the symbols Here you will find instructions where failure to comply may and safety instructions and make you aware of general dangers that might arise in using the carrier. -
Page 5: General Safety Instructions
. General safety instructions even when folded, as they will get damaged. • at various points on the carrier, self-locking nuts are used. if these have been loosened they must not be reused. once Basics they have been loosened they lose their original function, •... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions For Carrying Infants
. Description of the Ready Chassis . Safety instructions for carrying infants .1 Supplied as standard • children who cannot as yet sit up without support may only be carried using the chariot infant sling (accessory). • the manufacturer accepts no liability for use of other sitting Cheetah 1, Cheetah , Cougar 1, Cougar aids or baby seats. -
Page 7: Erecting And Folding The Carrier
. Erecting and folding the carrier the assembly of the cx requires particular attention. care needs to be taken here that the brake cable (see section 4.10) Erecting the Ready Chassis is not bent or damaged in some other way. it must run along the frame tubes as illustrated. -
Page 8: Wheel Assembly
. Wheel assembly Folding the Ready Chassis The wheels of the Chariot models described are fitted with when folding the cts ready chassis, the procedure is the reverse of the above: First pull or release the auto-lock disk on so-called push-button axles. Pressing on the rubber cap in the one side and push the short lower side tube slightly forwards. -
Page 9: Installing The Handlebar
. Installing the handlebar Cougar and Cheetah the handlebar of the cx is installed in the same manner as described in the section above. only one position is possible however, as the ergonomic five-position CX handlebar allows it to Push the handlebar into the upper frame open tube ends. Depress both spring buttons simultaneously and push both be gripped in various height positions, depending on use. -
Page 10: Seat And Seatbelts
n OT E Handlebar bag (CX) the chariot cx is equipped as standard with a handlebar bag, which can also be used as a child backpack. For the other always make sure the safety wrist strap is safely stored in models the handlebar bag can be purchased as an accessory. - Page 11 Adjust the shoulder harness and crotch belt to fit so that all belts are tight and the lower end of the padded shoulder harness with the “chariot” logo is level with the child’s lower chest region. Fasten the waist belt. the waist belt must be on the outside of the crotch belt.
- Page 12 w ar n i n g Before each journey check all buckles. if this is not done, the belt system may fail resulting in an accident in which your passenger(s) could suffer serious injury or death. If only one child is being carried in a two-seater carrier, then he/she must sit in the centre of the seat.
- Page 13 2009 and later cx’s are equipped with a new 3-point harness system. To fasten the child into the carrier, proceed as follows: undo the tri-buckle and open the waist belt. Place the child on the seat, making sure the crotch pad is between the child’s legs.
- Page 14 If only one child is being carried in a two-seater carrier, then he/she must sit in the centre of the seat. To fasten the child into the carrier, proceed as follows: First, the two middle shoulder pads must be swapped in order to provide a proper left and right shoulder pad for the child in the middle seat.
- Page 15 w arn i n g always make sure you thread the belt through correctly (see illustration above). if this is not the case, the belt could slip out of the buckle resulting in the seatbelt failing in which your passenger(s) could suffer serious injury or death. Whenever you thread the belt through again, always give it a good pull to check that it cannot be pulled out of the buckle.
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Page 16: Climate Control
. Climate control 2009 and later model cougars and cx’s are equipped with a new two-in-one weather cover attachment method. the two-in- The two-in-one weather cover one cover is attached to the external 3/8in / 9.5mm aluminum frame via hooks on the underside of the two-in-one cover. using all models are equipped with the chariot two-in-one weather the thumb-pulls located on the lower outer corners, pull down- cover, which consists of a plastic window that can be rolled up... - Page 17 Sunscreen Front side air vent on the Cougar a sunscreen is located under the upper rear of the two-in-one For additional ventilation of the interior, the cougar is equipped weather cover. with a side air vent to the front of each side window. it can be opened either fully or partly from the inside by means of a fabric flap.
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Page 18: Storage Bags
. Storage bags the cheetah is equipped with a large rear mesh pocket and an oversized rear storage pocket. nOT E if the un-zipped portion of the window cannot be securely in- serted under the zipped portion, it may flap – especially when used as a Bicycle trailer –... -
Page 19: Adjusting The Suspension (Cougar And Cx)
warn i n g the bracket of the adjustable storage bag support bar has two settings, an upper and a lower one. make sure that the storage bag engages properly in both positions. Before you change the Depending on the type of use, the storage bags may only position of the storage bag, you must release the quick-release be loaded to a certain weight. -
Page 20: Operating The Parking Brake (Cheetah And Cougar)
. Operating the parking brake .10 CX brake system owner’s manual (Cheetah and Cougar) the parking brake of the cheetah and cougar is in the centre of the brake system is in the form of a cable-operated drum brake the long cross axle under the rear lower storage bag. working on both rear wheels. - Page 21 to completely detach the handlebar (s) from the carrier, the Warning against unauthorised modifications entire brake lever and right handlebar grip assembly (s1) with brake lever (a) can be removed by depressing a spring button located in the right plastic bracket (s2) and pulling outward. •...
- Page 22 Push it in until it locks. Adjusting the brake system your authorized chariot carriers will hand the carrier over to you with a fully adjusted brake system. inevitable wear on the brake pads eventually leads to the brake lever having to be pulled closer and closer to the hand grip so as to obtain the braking force required.
- Page 23 the brake system involves the use of 3 adjusting screws: Case 1: Too much increase in brake lever play: First check that all brake cables with their end caps are properly located in the relevant hole of the adjusting screws. if necessary do the same for the adjusting screw on the brake lever (the one that you are not to adjust).
- Page 24 Case : Brakes pull unequally Fine adjusting Basic adjustment with a loaded carrier, check that the breaks now work with equal force and the carrier does not pull to one side on braking. First check that all brake cables with their end caps are properly located in the relevant hole of the adjusting screws.
- Page 25 Wheel removal Fitting this cap is particularly important when you are using the xc skiing kit. Ti P when removing the wheels, the parking brake must be off. ensure too that all brake cables with their end caps are pro- perly located in the relevant hole of the adjusting screws.
- Page 26 Care and maintenance Cleaning the brake internal areas must be dry and free of dirt. if the wheels are removed, the protective cap prevents dirt entering from outside. wear of the brake callipers, however, also gives rise to dust that clogs the inside.
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Page 27: Parts Lists And Exploded Views
. Parts lists and exploded views Parts list Cheetah 1 Part Quantity upper Frame lower Frame axle Hangar Bracket Back Frame – left Back Frame – right Back tube seat Frame Versa wing 2.0 - left Versa wing 2.0 - right autolock Back Bracket –... - Page 28 Parts list Cougar 1 Part Quantity upper Frame lower Frame axle Hangar Bracket Back Frame – left Back Frame – right Back tube seat Frame cargo Bag Frame Versa wing 2.0 – left Versa wing 2.0 – right autolock Back Bracket – left 1 set autolock Back Bracket –...
- Page 29 Parts list CX 1 Part Quantity upper Frame lower Frame axle Hangar Bracket Back Frame – left Back Frame – right Back tube seat Frame cargo Bag Frame Versa wing 2.0 – left Versa wing 2.0 – right autolock Back Bracket – left 1 set autolock Back Bracket –...
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Page 30: The Cycling Kit
. The Cycling Kit Safety instructions for use as a Bicycle Trailer General safety instructions for operation as a bicycle trailer: Basics • Please make sure you read the safety instructions in the “safety” section at the beginning of this owner’s manual. •... - Page 31 Legal requirements Please ensure the following before each journey: Make sure that the hitcharm is correctly fitted and secured to • The rider and the children being carried must wear suitable the trailer: see pages 30 and 31. CPSC or CE approved helmets Make sure the hitch is firmly attached on the bicycle.
- Page 32 For fastening the rear reflector you need a Philips screwdriver. Guide the plastic clip with its slot over the inner spoke and into the hole of the reflector. Secure it by tightening it a quarter turn using a screwdriver. Spoked wheels on the Cougar, CX and Cheetah. Attach a reflector on each wheel.
- Page 33 Attaching the hitcharm to the the hitcharm should now protrude about 2 cm / 3/4 inch out of the rear side of the Versawing 2.0, and the rear vertical holes in CTS Ready Chassis the Versawing 2.0 and hitcharm must align with each other. the hitcharm is attached to the cts ready chassis into the left “Versawing 2.0”...
- Page 34 Attaching the hitcharm to the bicycle (Chariot Axle-Mount ezHitch) correctly installed hitcharm. wa r n ing make sure that the hitcharm is correctly attached and se- axle-mount ezHitch and accompanying quick-release skewer. cured to the carrier. any kind of incorrect assembly may lead to loss of the carrier during travel resulting in an accident in which you and/or your passenger(s) could suffer serious Attaching the Axle-Mount ezHitch...
- Page 35 close the quick-release lever with the end of the lever pointing screw the wheels axle nut and the spacer or plain washer back upwards. in this position there is enough space to insert the on and tighten them securely. security pin. w arn i n g Depending on the hub type, the existing torque support washer for the hub must stay on the frame.
- Page 36 Push the security pin from the top through both holes of the Finally, always attach the hitch’s back-up safety strap around the axle-mount ezHitch. bicycle frame. to do this, from above, put the hitch back-up safety strap around the chain stay, and attach the hook of the hitch back- up safety strap to the hitcharm D-ring located on the underside of the hitcharm.
- Page 37 n OT E Special features of the VersaWing .0 if you want to convert the carrier from a Bicycle trailer to always attach the snap hook of the hitch back-up safety another cts conversion Kit, or if you want to store the carrier, strap to its accompanying D-ring on the hitcharm end that the hitcharm on the cougar and cx can be stored to the side of now points upwards.
- Page 38 Suitability of the bicycle used for towing Pay attention to the following when travelling: Always make sure you follow the manufacturer’s specifications Follow all safety instructions at the beginning of this in the owner’s manual of the bicycle used for towing, where the section and the general safety instructions at the beginning suitability specifications of the bicycle are to be found.
- Page 39 warn i n g Use as a pull wagon on short stretches and level surfaces, the carrier may be used any assembly of the hitcharm other than the one described as a pull wagon. is not permitted. any kind of incorrect assembly may lead to loss of the carrier during travel resulting in an accident For this, insert the hitcharm rotated at 90°...
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Page 40: The Jogging Kit
. The Jogging Kit • the parking brake on the cheetah 1, cheetah 2, cougar 1 and cougar 2 models is not suitable for deceleration of a moving carrier. • so as to prevent it from tipping backwards, the storage bags at the rear of the carrier may not be loaded with excessive weight. - Page 41 Assembly the wheel arm should nowprotrude about 2 cm / 3/4 inch out of the rear side of the Versawing 2.0. Push the wheel arms, with the bend toward the centre of the carrier and wheel dropouts pointing downwards, into each Versawing 2.0.
- Page 42 tip the carrier backwards and put it down on the handlebar. to correct insert the wheel in the axle dropouts. directional trueness (ie. the carrier not rolling straight): the dropouts of the wheel arms are bolted on and their holes are slotted.
- Page 43 Weight distribution if you want to convert the carrier from Jogging stroller to another cts conversion Kit, or if you want to store the carrier, warn i n g the wheel arms can be attached to the rear side of the carrier. the 16”/40cm wheel can be attached at the back of the rear storage bag.
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Page 44: The Strolling Kit
• the foot activated parking brake on the cheetah 1, cheetah 2, cougar 1 and cougar 2 models is not suitable for deceleration of a moving carrier. • so as to prevent it from tipping backwards, the storage bags at the rear of the carrier may not be loaded with excessive weight. - Page 45 Assembly if you want to convert the carrier from stroller to another cts conversion Kit, you can store the stroller wheels on the top of to attach the stroller wheel, press the plastic button on the the Versawing 2.0 . side of the Versawing 2.0 until it can go no further.
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Page 46: The Hiking Kit
. The Hiking Kit Weight distribution wa r n ing so as to prevent it from tipping backwards, the storage bags at the rear of the carrier may not be loaded with excessive weight. carry out the following check while the carrier is stan- ding on a flat surface: Push downwards on the handlebar by about 6“/15cm. - Page 47 Assembly the shoulder strap, which is attached in a similar way to that of a backpack, can be adjusted in three positions: at the chest lay both the hiking arms with shoulder harness and waist strap strap at the front, as shown in the “supplied as standard”...
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Page 48: The Xc Skiing Kit
10. The XC-Skiing Supplied as standard • remember that the additional weight of the carrier with the xc skiing kit considerably changes the way you ski, particularly going up or down hills. For this reason, only an experienced skier should use the carrier with the xc skiing kit. - Page 49 Assembly To attach the XC Skiing Kit to the carrier, first remove the carrier Fitting the CX Axle Adapter Kit to the skis wheels. then attach the clear protective caps over the exposed drum If you want to use the XC Skiing Kit on the CX, you must brake calipers.
- Page 50 Pressing down the locking button on the axle, insert the xc now secure the arms by inserting the security pin from above skiing Kit into the axle socket on the chariot cx until it can go down through the vertical hole in the arm and Versawing 2.0 no further.
- Page 51 Length adjustment of the ski arms if required, the waist belt can be adjusted for larger and smaller hips. to do this, undo both attachment screws and reinstall them into the appropriate grommets. When refitting the screws, the ski arms are adjustable for length. to do this, withdraw the security pin which connects the two ski arm tubes.
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Page 52: Accessories
11. Accessories Fabric Axle-Mount ez-Hitch for additional bike check the fabric regularly for signs of damage (e.g. tears). Baby Bivy Contact your authorized Chariot retailer immediately if you find Baby Supporter a tear in the fabric. the fabric can be repaired or replaced. Bunting Bag Hydration Kit warn i n g... -
Page 53: Specifications
(41.7“ x 24“ x 11.8“) 106 x 61 x 30 cm • Mileage l x w x H, folded (cheetah 2, cougar 2) (41.9“ x 31.3“ x 10.5“) 107 x 80 x 27 cm • Loading of: l x w x H, folded... -
Page 55: Warranty
15. Warranty To validate your warranty and for contacting you for any future potential safety notices, please complete the following information and send to: Chariot Carriers Inc., #105 - 5760, 9th Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 1Z9, CANADA CTS Conversion Kits...