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Summary of Contents for Burley Trailer
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Hardware Bag Contents and Tool List Install Wheel Refl ectors III. Attach the Wheels Install Rear Refl ectors Setting Up and Knocking Down Your Burley-Solo Using the Seat Harness VII. Hitching the Burley-Solo to Your Bicycle VIII. Trailer Maintenance and Care Safety Guidelines... -
Page 2: Introduction
Before trailering, be sure you have a thorough understanding of the safety harness and of trailer hitch operation. Practice folding and unfolding your trailer; it can easily be done in less than a minute, no tools required. Check to see that the trailer wheels and hitch are securely attached. We again request that you read this manual from start to fi... -
Page 3: Hardware Bag Contents And Tool List
I. Hardware Bag Contents and Tool List IMPORTANT: Please verify that you have received all of the contents listed. Do not proceed with assembly if any parts are missing; contact Burley im- mediately for replacement parts. Hardware Bag Contents Wheel refl ectors: (2) Clear wheel refl... -
Page 4: Attach The Wheels
III. Attach the Wheels First, verify that the tires are infl ated to 30–35 P.S.I. Next, tip the Burley-Solo frame on its back end (black mesh). Plastic Wheels In the hardware bag, you’ll fi nd the parts needed to install your plastic wheels: (2) 3/8"... -
Page 5: Install Rear Refl Ectors
With wheels mounted, both refl ectors must face outward. Failure to follow this instruction can reduce trailer visibility at night and cause accident and serious injury. Install Rear Refl ectors In the hardware bag, you’ll fi nd the parts needed to install the rear refl ec- tors: (2) Refl... -
Page 6: Setting Up And Knocking Down Your Burley-Solo
Install Side Rails Ensure that all four of the plastic side-panel hold-downs (C-shaped) on the main frame are fl ipped to the outside of the Burley-Solo (see illustration below). Slide each side rail down over the 2" tall aluminum side-rail guides at the front and rear of each side of the main frame. - Page 7 Burley-Solo. Next, slip one of the roll-bar knobs through one of the grommets on the cover. Align one end of the roll bar with its corresponding hole on the side rail.
- Page 8 Burley-Solo, and snapping the cover snaps onto the snap studs at the front of the trailer. Note, that once the tongue is installed the cover must be carefully slipped over the end of the side rail inside of the tongue receptacle at the left front of the trailer.
- Page 9 4. Rotate the lock pin and locate the hole in it which will be between the receptacle and the trailer frame. Anchor the lock pin by inserting the hairpin cotter all the way into the hole in the lock pin.
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Page 10: Using The Seat Harness
5. We recommend leaving the wheels on when knocking down the Burley-Solo; with the wheels on, it is small enough to transport easily and reassembly is faster. VI. Using the Seat Harness IMPORTANT: The child seat is intended only for a child old enough to wear a helmet and sit upright alone. -
Page 11: Hitching The Burley-Solo To Your Bicycle
VII. Hitching the Burley-Solo to Your Bicycle The trailer hitch was designed to quickly and safely attach to virtually all types of bicycles. It is inserted in front of the left rear dropout of your bicycle. Loosen the knob on the eyebolt until the two arms are spread fully apart. - Page 12 fi ttings you have on your bicycle. If there is any interference, contact your Burley dealer. IMPORTANT: Remove trailer from your bicycle when it’s not in use to prevent deforming the plastic hitch. Do not operate trailer without hitch safety strap properly installed. A dangling safety strap can contact spokes and damage rear wheel or cause accident resulting in serious injury.
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Page 13: Trailer Maintenance And Care
Do not use or store trailer at temperatures below 32˚ Fahrenheit as hitch rubber fl ex connector can become brittle and possibly break, causing ac- cident resulting in serious injury. VIII. Trailer Maintenance and Care Hitch and Tongue Maintenance Your trailer is designed for low maintenance and easy care. Clean and grease the eyebolt threads on the hitch periodically to ensure that the eyebolt knob can be properly tightened. -
Page 14: Safety Guidelines
To extend the life of your fabric, as well as the hitch and other components, do not store your trailer in direct sunlight. Do not use bleach for cleaning, as it will damage the nylon. The nylon fabric is an important part of your trailer’s structure, and provides a safety envelope for child passengers. - Page 15 Always corner with caution at 5 m.p.h. or less, as the trailer cannot lean into a turn the way a bicycle can. Do not under any circumstances travel faster than 15 m.p.h.—all road irregularities and your slowness to react are greatly magnifi...
- Page 16 Fit, Alert, Adult Pilot To safely pull a trailer, you need to be a fi t, experienced cyclist. You must be alert, have good sight and hearing, and adequate strength in your legs, arms, and hands. Never allow a child or adolescent to pull your trailer because it is likely that they lack the necessary physical ability and judgement.
- Page 17 fl oor: add carpet for comfort, always use a cover, and do not exceed 60 lbs. Never tow an excitable dog in your trailer, as it may lunge or try to jump out causing the trailer to tip over or other accident.
- Page 18 When pulling a child, use the shoulder harness, lap belt, and child helmet at all times. Always fasten the seat belt so that each child is held securely. For maximum stability and safety, seat a single child in the center of the trailer. Periodically check placement of shoulder straps, especially for a sleeping child.
- Page 19 Observe Age and Height Restrictions The trailer seat is intended only for children old enough to wear a helmet and sit upright alone. Your child must have adequate neck strength to hold his or her head up while trailering. Check with your pediatrician if you are unsure about your child’s ability to sit upright and hold his or her head up.
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Page 20: Safety Checklists
√ Repair or replace any damaged or worn-out parts IMPORTANT: Refer to section “VIII. Trailer Maintenance and Care” of this manual for additional periodic maintenance. Unless you are a qualifi ed bicycle mechanic, contact your Burley dealer for repairs and maintenance. -
Page 22: Parts Lists And Drawings
(2) 16 X 1.75 Tire & Tube (4) Wheel Bearing (2) Refl ector Assembly (1) Sunscreen Cover (1) Tongue and Hitch Assembly Trailer (1) Tongue, 1 1/8" Aluminum Tube (1) Hitch (1) Hitch Safety Strap (1) Hitch Knob & Ball (1) Clip &... - Page 23 Your serial number is located on the top of the bag holder. Please have your serial number ready when re questing replacement parts.
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Page 24: Warranty
Burley Trailer Limited Warranty Burley will repair or replace any original equipment parts it determines to be defective for the life of the trailer . The owner of a Burley trailer must present the trailer for repair at an authorized Burley dealer, together with an original sales receipt or similar proof of purchase.
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