Chariot Carriers 51100442 User Manual

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CAVALIER

OWNER’S MANUAL / GUIDE D’ UTILISATION

Revised: 1/26/05

www.chariotcarriers.com

51100442

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CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations for choosing a Chariot Carriers®jogging stroller. We have carefully constructed your jogging stroller so that its safety and performance meet the highest standards. With proper care and maintenance, your new Chariot jogging stroller will give you and your family pleasure for years to come.

Read Chapter 1 carefully before you use your new Chariot jogging stroller!

• Chapter 1 covers important information concerning safety and jogging stroller care.

• Chapter 2 provides information about periodic maintenance for your Chariot jogging stroller with the intervals for upkeep of specific parts of your jogging stroller under normal strolling conditions.

• Chapter 3 gives basic instructions for inspection, lubrication, and adjustment of the individual components on your Chariot jogging stroller, including instructions for folding the jogging stroller.

If you have any questions after reading this manual, consult your Chariot dealer.

Assembly and initial adjustment of your Chariot jogging stroller should only be done by an authorized Chariot dealer.

Read Chapters 1 and 2 thoroughly. This will take about 35 minutes but will help to ensure that your Chariot jogging stroller keeps working properly and safely. Use Chapter 3 as a reference guide whenever a part of your jogging stroller needs routine maintenance, as required in the Periodic Maintenance Schedule, or whenever something needs repair or adjustment between routine maintenance periods.

Some maintenance and repair should only be performed by your Chariot dealer. Any such service will be indicated in this manual. If you have a question or problem which your Chariot dealer can’t address, contact us at:

Bay F, 6810 - 6th Street S.E.

Calgary, Alberta T2H 2K4

tel: 403-640-0822 fax: 403-640-0759

www.chariotcarriers.com

Thank you for buying a Chariot Carrier

and for buying Canadian.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Guide to Safe Use

Important- Read Before You Use!

Make sure your jogging stroller fits properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Make sure you are familiar with your jogging stroller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Jogging stroller folding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Make sure your jogging stroller is in proper working condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check that your wheels are straight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check your tire inflation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check your brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check attachment of all wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

Walk safely. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Take care of your jogging stroller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Child safety and restraint system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

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Chapter 2 Periodic Maintenance

Periodic Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Recommended tools for proper jogging stroller maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Chapter 3 Inspection, Adjustment, and Lubrication

Handlebars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Fabric and Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16

Additional features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Parts List/Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

WARNING

This manual contains many WARNINGS and Cautions. Read and understand all of the WARNINGS and Cautions. Failure to assemble and use this carrier correctly may lead to serious injury or death to your passenger.

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IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE YOU USE

I. GENERAL WARNING!

• Do not operate the jogging stroller without reading and understanding this manual.

• Passenger must always use seat belts.

• Never leave a child unattended in jogging stroller.

• Use wrist safety strap at all times.

• Always use parking brake when the jogging stroller is stationary.

• Do not allow any of the child's body, clothing, shoe laces, or toys to come in contact

with moving parts.

• Child must be old enough to sit upright unattended.

• Maximum capacity of jogging stroller is 75 lb (34 Kg) for a single child model or

100 lb (45 Kg) for a double child model including child and cargo.

• The carrier may become unstable if a parcel bag or rack is attached to the

jogging stroller.

• Care must be taken when folding and unfolding to prevent finger entrapment.

• Never in-line skate with the jogging stroller. A serious accident could occur resulting

in serious injury or death.

• Never allow children to push or play with jogging stroller.

Because a jogging stroller is used to transport your child, safety cannot be overemphasized. This chapter contains suggestions that will help you use your jogging stroller as safely as possible. Read this entire chapter before you use your new Chariot jogging stroller.

Before your first use

Make sure your jogging stroller fits properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Make sure you are familiar with your jogging stroller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Jogging Stroller folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Before each use: Checklist

Make sure your jogging stroller is in proper working condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check that your wheels are straight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check your tire inflation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Check your brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Check attachment of all wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

During each use

Use safely. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Before, during, and after every use

Take care of your jogging stroller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Child safety and restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

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BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE

ONE

Guide for Safe Use

STROLLER FOLDING

Make sure your jogging stroller fits properly.

The maximum capacity for a Chariot single child jogging stroller is 75 lb (34 Kg) and for a double jogging stroller is 100 lb (45 Kg) including child and luggage or other supplies. The child’s head, including any helmet, should not project above the sunshade assembly. The child’s feet should not reach the front wheel. Using the jogging stroller with a child who does not properly fit may cause damage to the jogging stroller, or possibly injure the child.

The maximum capacity of the rear mesh storage pocket is 1 kg (2.2 lb). Do not overload the rear storage pocket. Do not attach additional carrying bags or other items to the back or handlebars of the jogging stroller. Any additional weight on the back of the jogging stroller could make it unstable. Additional cargo may be stored in the lower cargo pocket to a maximum of 3 kg (6.6 lb).

You can also adjust the jogging stroller handlebars to fit the person pushing the jogging stroller. Read page 12 of this manual before attempting to make these adjustments.

Make sure you are familiar with your jogging stroller.

Familiarize yourself with the use of the mechanisms on this jogging stroller. Practice adjusting and walking the jogging stroller without a child in it before attempting to walk with a loaded jogging stroller.

locking tension bar bracket

Your jogging stroller can be folded for easier transportation or more compact storage. Before storage, always make sure the jogging stroller is completely dry. Storing the jogging stroller when wet or moist will cause rust to form on the metal parts, and mildew will form on the fabric parts. Care must be taken when folding and unfolding the jogging stroller to prevent finger entrapment.

locking tension bar

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Folding the jogging stroller.

1. Open the brake quick release lever. Remove the front wheel by moving the

quick release lever to the OPEN position as shown in the Wheels section. When removing the wheel, the tire will rub the brake pads. Do not force the tire through the brake pads. This may change the adjustment of the brakes. Use a gentle wiggling motion.

2. Remove the rear wheels by depressing the button located in the center of

the wheel hub and pull the wheel out of the axle tube.

3. Remove the safety pin (located next to the left locking tension bracket) and

gently pull the auto lock spring clip (right locking tension bracket) out of its hole as you pull the locking tension bar (Fig. 1) into its upper, unlocked position.

4. Fold the sunshade back, see Additional Features section for additional

information. Gently fold the handlebar forward, being careful not to catch or pinch any of the running stroller’s fabric parts. (Fig. 2)

5. Lower the weight of the stroller gently backwards, allowing the wheel struts

to tuck forward.

6. If the wheels are removed: Attach the plastic clip on the handlebar to the

plastic D-ring near the bottom of the wrist safety strap. You may need to gently compress the stroller.

Unfolding the jogging stroller.

1. Detach the clip holding the stroller folded. Fold the wheel struts back (see Fig. 2)

2. Gently lift the handlebars up and back.

3. Partially lower the locking tension bar (see Fig. 1).

4. Now simply push down on the handlebars and the locking tension bar will

Fig. 3

oriented in the same direction. During routine folding, transportation and unfolding, these levers can move into an opposite orientation due to movement and vibration. Forcing the stroller to upright when the levers face in opposite directions can cause frame damage.

5. Insert the attached safety pin into the aligned holes on the side of the locking tension bar and bracket.

6. Velcro the wrist strap to its holding position on the handlebar.

7. Install the wheels as shown in the Wheels section. Close the brake quick release.

engage down into its stops, being careful not to entrap fingers, the safety wrist strap or clothing. Having the parking brake engaged helps this process.

Important Note: Check that the handlebar height adjustment levers are

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BEFORE EVERY USE – CHECKLIST

Make sure your jogging stroller is in proper working condition.

Spend a few moments before each walk to check your jogging stroller’s systems against the following checklist:

✓

❐

Check that your wheels are straight.

Spin each wheel to check that the rim doesn’t wobble up and down or from side to side, and that the wheels are centered in the jogging stroller frame and fork. To do this, watch the rim as it passes through the brake pads, or by the frame. If any wheel fails this test, take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service.

✓

Check your tire inflation.

❐

Inflate your tires to the air pressure recommended on the tire sidewalls. Use a handoperated pump with an appropriate gauge. Gas station hoses inflate the jogging stroller tires too rapidly and the pressure they indicate is often inaccurate.

✓

Check your brake.

❐

Press the brake lever to make sure that the brake moves freely and stops the jogging stroller. The brake pads should be adjusted so they are 1 to 2 mm away from the rim when the brakes are not applied. Brake pads should be centered on the rim (Fig. 4). If your brakes are too tight, too loose, or not centered on the rim, refer to the Brake System section of Chapter 3.

WARNING

Failure to secure the locking tension bar into its lower locked position could cause the jogging stroller to collapse causing serious injury.

WARNING

If your brakes are not working properly, do not place a child in your jogging stroller. Refer to the Brake System section of Chapter 3 or take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service.

Brake pad aligned with

the rim surface

Fig. 4

Pad and rim should be

parallel

Direction of rim

rotation

0.5 - 1mm toe in

WARNING

This is not a comprehensive maintenance program. Check the entire jogging stroller carefully. If you spot a problem, do not use the jogging stroller until it has been corrected. If you are not certain if your jogging stroller has a problem, take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer.

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BEFORE EACH USE – CHECKLIST

✓

Check attachment of all wheels.

ONE

Guide for Safe Use

❐

This jogging stroller is equipped with quick release wheel retention mechanisms. The quick release allows the wheel to be installed and removed without tools. For proper and safe performance, read and follow these instructions carefully:

1. Check all wheels of your jogging stroller before each use.

Front wheel.

2. For the front wheel, move the quick release lever to the OPEN position

and set the wheel so it firmly touches the inside of the fork ends.

OPEN

CLOSED

Fig. 5

CLOSED

OPEN

Fig. 6

3. With the lever about halfway between the position (Fig. 5), tighten the quick release adjusting nut on the opposite end of the quick release axle until finger-tight (Fig. 6).

4. Place the quick release lever in the palm of your hand and move the lever in a motion as shown in Figure 7. Move the lever into the closed position of the quick release lever, you should start to feel some resistance to this motion.

5. If the lever is moved to the clamping strength is insufficient. Simply return the lever to the tighten the quick release adjusting nut further and close the lever, testing again for resistance. When the quick release device is properly tightened, and clamped to the closed position, the clamping force is adequate to cause metal into metal engagement (embossing) of the fork surfaces.

Fig. 7 Fig. 8

OPEN position and the CLOSED

CLOSED position (Fig. 9). At the halfway

CLOSED position with little or no resistance,

OPEN

Fig. 9

OPEN position,

• Do not tighten the quick release by using the quick release lever like a wing nut (Fig. 8). This will not result in sufficient force to hold the wheel in place.

6. Orient the quick release lever so that it does not interfere with any other jogging stroller part and so that it will not become accidentally snagged by obstacles in the path of the jogging stroller (Fig. 9).

(continued next page)

WARNING

Failure to have wheel quick release retention mechanisms properly adjusted and closed, may cause loss of control resulting in personal injury. If you have any questions about the operation of this system, consult your Chariot dealer.

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Note: If your dropouts don’t appear parallel, this is normal when the wheel is not

inserted and tightened, especially on two child strollers. First ensure that both handlebar height adjustment levers are oriented in the same direction (see page 12) and the locking tension bar is correctly seated. It may be possible to slightly correct minor twisting. Use moderate, gradual movements with hands only (no tools, feet or force) to tweak in the desired direction. The bolted aluminum construction allows for slight corrections.

Rear wheel.

7. Depress the button located in the center of the wheel hub on the axle and then

insert the rear hub axle (Fig. 10) into the axle tube (Fig. 11) until it stops.

Test for wheel retention.

8. Do these two tests to ensure that you have adequately performed these

procedures:

• Pick the front of the stroller off of the ground, and give the top of the front tire a sharp downward blow (Fig. 12). The wheel should not come off, be loose, or move from side to side. If uncertain, repeat the tightening process, as shown in Steps 2-6 of these instructions.

• With the quick release lever properly adjusted and in a closed position, you will not be able to rotate the quick release lever in a circular motion parallel to the wheel (as opposed to the flipping motion used to open and close the quick release leversee Fig. 13).

9. For the rear wheel, test for a secure attachment by attempting to pull the rear hub axle from the axle tube (Fig. 14). You should not be able to pull the axle from the tube.

Fig. 10

Fig. 12 Fig. 13

Fig. 11

Axle tube

Fig. 14

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USE SAFELY DURING EVERY USE

ONE

Guide for Safe Strolling

Wear a helmet.

An unprotected head is highly susceptible to injury, even from the slightest contact. Children in a stroller should wear a helmet that is comfortable, fits properly, and meets CPSC or CE safety testing standards. Helmets should be removed when not riding in the stroller to avoid entrapment in the straps.

Know and observe your local pedestrian laws.

• Use your jogging stroller defensively (expect the unexpected). Remember: You and your jogging stroller are hard to see. Many drivers simply are not trained to recognize the rights and special considerations of a jogging stroller.

Do not use unsafe jogging stroller practices.

While most pedestrian rules can be classified as common sense, it is still necessary to list a few of the things you should NOT do with a jogging stroller.

• Never leave a child unattended in a jogging stroller. Not even for a moment.

• Do not walk ‘no hands’. Without a firm grip on the handlebars, the slightest road imperfection could cause the jogging stroller to turn unexpectedly.

• Do not walk with loose objects attached to the handlebars or any other part of the jogging stroller. They could get caught in the wheel spokes, cause the handlebars to turn unexpectedly, or in other ways cause loss of control.

• Do not walk while intoxicated or while using medications which might make you drowsy. Jogging strollers require attention to the child in the jogging stroller, and walkers must be alert for hazards.

• Do not use the jogging stroller at night or in poor visibility conditions. Other vehicles may not be able to see the jogging stroller.

• Never push the jogging stroller while wearing in-line or roller skates. Jogging strollers are not made for high speeds and even when equipped with brakes, their braking system is not designed to control the weight of the person pushing the jogging stroller.

Do not submerge any bearings of your jogging stroller.

Bearings allow the parts of a jogging stroller to rotate smoothly, and water will make them rust and lose their smoothness. If any bearings on your jogging stroller get submerged, take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service.

WARNING

Avoid unsafe practices. Keep the safety of yourself, the child, and the jogging stroller in mind. Failure to follow these rules may cause loss of control resulting in personal injury.

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BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER EVERY USE

TAKE CARE OF YOUR JOGGING STROLLER

Keep your jogging stroller clean.

To keep your jogging stroller in proper working condition, keep it clean. If your jogging stroller frame or a component is dirty, clean it with a soft damp cloth. If the fabric cover or seat is dirty, use a soft nylon brush and wash with a solution of water and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives, solvents, or bleach.

If you hear a grinding or “sandy” noise coming from any bearings, your bearings need maintenance. Take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service.

Avoid high pressure washing systems, like those at most car washes. The high pressure can bypass bearing seals, letting water into the bearings. Water will make the bearings rust and lose their smoothness.

Avoid leaving your jogging stroller out in the weather.

When not strolling, keep your jogging stroller in a location where it will be protected from rain, snow, sun, etc. Rain and snow can cause your jogging stroller to corrode. The ultraviolet radiation from the sun can fade the fabric seat, or crack any rubber or plastic on the jogging stroller.

Use proper storage for your jogging stroller.

Improper storage is very hard on a jogging stroller. Always completely dry the jogging stroller before storage to prevent rust and mildew. Before storing your jogging stroller for an extended period of time, clean and lubricate it. Do not store near electric motors, as ozone from motors destroys rubber, nylon and paint. Once again, before walking with the jogging stroller, be certain it is in good working order.

Safely transport your jogging stroller.

Never transport your jogging stroller on the outside of your car. The high wind speed can cause damage to the jogging stroller.

Protect your jogging stroller from accidental damage.

Park your jogging stroller in a place where it will be out of the way. If you suspect your jogging stroller has been damaged or tampered with in any way, ensure that there is no problem, or take it to your Chariot dealer for inspection and repair.

Never modify your jogging stroller.

Your jogging stroller’s parts have been carefully designed to meet the strength and function requirements of normal use. Modifying these parts in any way may make your jogging stroller unsafe.

Any modification of your jogging stroller’s frame, fabric seat, or components means that your jogging stroller no longer meets our specifications and will therefore void the jogging stroller’s warranty.

WARNING

Never modify your jogging stroller in any way, including sanding,

drilling, filing, or by any other technique. Such modifications will

void your warranty, may cause your jogging stroller to fail, and

may contribute to loss of control resulting in personal injury.

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CHILD SAFETY AND RESTRAINT SYSTEM

ONE

Guide for Safe Use

Two Children (Cavalier 2)

All Cavalier models come with a padded shoulder harness. Shoulder harness length can be adjusted by removing the shoulder harness straps from either one or both of the adjustment loops. The harness is adjusted to the middle position on the small child and the long position on the larger child as in the diagram. The third and final arrangement is achieved by removing the straps from both adjustment loops.

1. Lift shoulder harnesses and Velcro to upper seat frame, so that

harnesses do not interfere with seating the children.

2. Seat children in carrier, place outer crotch straps between legs

of children and adjust so buckles are centered on children’s lower chests.

3. Place shoulder harnesses over children’s head and slide ladder locks downwards to fit

the harnesses snugly over their shoulders.

4. Secure the bottom of the harnesses with the buckles on the crotch strap.

5. Pull the loose strap ends from over the children’s shoulders to snugly secure the top of

the harnesses.

6. Fasten lap belt buckles and tighten snugly.

Warning: Failure to properly attach seatbelts could result in serious injury or death to occupants in the event of an accident.

One child in double carrier (Cavalier 2)

1. Remove both shoulder harnesses from ladder lock buckles.

2. Install one shoulder harness in the center seat using the two

center ladder locks. (See diagram at right). Thread the shoulder harness straps up through the ladder locks, pull over and towards yourself, then thread straps back down through the ladder locks.

3. Seat child in center seating position, place the center crotch

strap between child’s legs and adjust so buckle is centered on child’s lower chest.

4. Place shoulder harnesses over children’s head and slide ladder

locks downwards to fit the harnesses snugly over their shoulders.

5. Secure the bottom of the harnesses with the buckle on the

crotch strap.

6. Pull the loose strap ends from over the child’s shoulders to snugly secure the top of

the harness.

7. Fasten lap belt buckle and tighten snugly.

Warning: Failure to seat single child in the center position on a double child carrier could cause the carrier to tip.

One child in single carrier (Cavalier 1)

1. Lift shoulder harness and Velcro to upper seat frame so that

harness does not interfere with seating the child.

2. Seat child in carrier, place crotch strap between the legs of the

child and adjust so that the buckle is centered on child’s lower chest.

3. Place shoulder harness over child’s head and slide ladder locks

downwards to fit the harness snugly over the child’s shoulders.

4. Secure the bottom of the harness with the buckle on the crotch

strap.

5. Pull the loose strap ends from over the child’s shoulders to

snugly secure the top of the harness.

6. Fasten lap belt buckle and tighten snugly.

Warning: Always adjust shoulder harness and crotch strap so they meet at child’s lower chest. Adjusting harnesses and buckles near your child’s neck could cause serious injury or death.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Before each use

Check wheel attachment (all) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Check tire inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Check tires for wear, replace if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Check that wheels are straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Check brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Weekly

Wipe off your jogging stroller with a damp cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Monthly

Inspect for any loose nuts or bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Inspect brake cables for wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Check wheel bearing adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Every 3 months

Inspect and lubricate brake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Every year

Re-grease wheel bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Lubricate wheel quick releases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

This maintenance schedule is based on normal usage. If you walk your stroller more than average, or in rain or snow, service your jogging stroller more often than the schedule suggests. If any part appears to be malfunctioning, inspect and service it immediately, or consult your Chariot dealer.

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TWO

Periodic Maintenance

Recommended tools for proper stroller maintenance:

10mm open-end wrench 7/16”, 3/8”, 1/2” open-end wrenches No. 1 Phillips head screwdriver 5mm Allen Key Bicycle tire pump with gauge

INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT, AND LUBRICATION

Handlebars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Fabric and Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16

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HANDLEBARS

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Introduction

The handlebar assembly is primarily responsible for your ability to steer and control the

jogging stroller.

Adjustment

The handlebar height of your jogging stroller can be adjusted to provide increased comfort

and control. Remove the child from the jogging stroller before making adjustments.

To adjust the handlebar height, move the locking tension bar (Fig. 18) to its upper, unlocked position. Rotate both bar height adjustment levers (Fig. 19) at the same time to change the handlebar height. Rotating both levers at the same time helps prevent any jamming. Rotate forward and down (Fig. 19) for the low bar position, or up and back (Fig.

20) for the high bar position.

After adjustment, swing the locking tension bar into its lower, locked position.

Bar height adjustment lever

Locking tension bar

Fig. 18

FABRIC AND FASTENERS

Introduction

In addition to the other specific parts of your jogging stroller listed in this chapter, your jogging stroller is comprised of a metal frame with a fabric seat and sunshade. These structures form the jogging stroller itself.

Inspection

Once a month check the fabric of the seat and sunshade for wear, tears, or any other damage.

Once a month check all the nuts and bolts on the jogging stroller. As a simple function test, check that any two parts bolted together do not feel loose, and cannot be moved from one another. All the threaded fasteners on the jogging stroller use Nylock nuts, where a plastic insert prevents loosening of the bolt.

In some cases, the bolt in question needs to allow pivoting of the parts it holds together. In these cases, you must inspect the bolt to make sure there is not undue looseness.

Fig. 20Fig. 19

Adjustment

Use the proper tools to tighten any loose bolts. If you are unsure of what constitutes a loose bolt, take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for inspection and repair.

If your jogging stroller has any damaged fabric, repair or replace the damaged part, or take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service.

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BRAKE SYSTEM

Introduction

Your jogging stroller comes with 2 separate braking mechanisms. The first braking mechanism is a foot activated parking brake that locks both wheels. The parking brake is located at the center of the axle and is activated by pushing the plunger down (Fig. 21). To deactivate the brake you must lift the plunger. The second braking mechanism is a hand activated caliper jogging brake that allows you to control the speed of your jogging stroller, but is primarily used as a parking brake when desired to prevent the jogging stroller from moving. The brake system can be difficult to adjust properly without the proper tools and training. If you are unsure of the brake adjustment, or suspect any problem, do not walk your jogging stroller. Take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service. If you need more specific information regarding your brake system, contact your Chariot dealer.

Inspection

Before every walk make sure your brake is working properly. Before every walk check that the brake pads are in proper position (Fig. 22). Your rims are part of the braking system, so keep them clean at all times. Check that there is no oil, grease, or other dirt on the rims.

Every month check your jogging stroller’s brake cable and housing. Check the cable for kinks, rust, broken strands, and frayed ends. Check the housing for bent ends, cuts, stretched coils, and wear. Replace any part of your brake cable or housing which do not pass inspection.

Every month, inspect your brake pads for wear. Brake pads have shallow grooves in their

Brake pad aligned with

the rim surface

Pad and rim should be

parallel

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Inspection, Adjustment & Lubrication

Fig. 21

Fig. 22

braking surfaces to channel water from the rim. If any of these grooves are less than 2 mm deep, replace the pads.

Adjustment

Adjust the brake pads so they are 1.5 mm to 2 mm away from the rim when the brakes are not applied. This is done by turning the barrel adjuster on the brake caliper (Fig. 23). To bring the pads closer to the rims, turn the adjusting barrel counter-clockwise. To move the pads away from the rim, turn the adjusting barrel clockwise.

If the pads cannot be adjusted close enough to the rim in this manner, loosen the cable anchor bolt until the cable is loose. Screw the barrel adjuster all the way in clockwise. Hold the brake pads against the rim, and re-tighten.

To adjust the alignment of the brake pads, loosen the brake pad fixing bolt and align the pad so that the pad surface and the rim surface meet correctly (Fig. 22).

When adjustment is complete, tighten the pad fixing bolt. After the brakes are adjusted, test the brakes by applying maximum braking force to the levers. Ensure that the cable does not slip, that the pads close toward the rim at right angles, and that the pads do not contact the tire.

If you are unsure of the brake adjustment, or suspect any problem, do not walk your jogging stroller. Take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service. It is strongly recommended that adjustment of critical components such as brakes be done by your Chariot dealer.

Pad fixing bolt

Cable anchor bolt

QR Barrel

adjuster

Fig. 23

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WHEELS

THREE

Inspection, Adjustment & Lubrication

Introduction

The wheels allow your jogging stroller to roll down the road smoothly so the integrity of your jogging stroller wheels is crucial. Their structural soundness and their relationship to the performance of your brake are of great importance.

The best maintenance of a wheel is preventative maintenance. Be aware of the things that can go wrong, so you can stop trouble before it happens.

Inspection

Before each use, check that your quick release hub is in its closed (locked) position and that your wheels are correctly attached. For further information on adjusting quick release hubs, see the

Make sure your tires are inflated to the pressure indicated on the tire sidewalls. Use a gauge and a bike pump whenever possible. Avoid filling your tires at gas stations. Because of the greater pressure and volume of air their pumps release, blowouts are very possible. Inspect your tires for wear and any other damage. If a tire has any cuts or separations which go through the tire, making any part of the inner tube visible, or if any part of the tire casing shows through the tire tread (running surface) replace the tire.

Make sure your rims are clean. Dirty or greasy rims result in ineffective brakes. Wipe your rims with a clean rag or wash them with soap and water, rinse, and let them air dry.

If a wheel is not in good condition, both the effectiveness of the brakes and the strength of the wheel are greatly reduced.

Every month, check that the hub bearings are properly adjusted. Lift the front end of the jogging stroller off the ground with one hand and attempt to move the rim laterally, left to right. Look, feel, and listen for any looseness in the hub bearings. Spin the wheel, and listen for any grinding or other unusual noises. If the hub feels loose or makes any noise, the hub may need an adjustment. Repeat these procedures for the rear wheels.

Adjustment section, or consult your Chariot dealer.

WARNING

If there is movement between the axle and the hub, or you suspect the hub may need an adjustment, do not use your jogging stroller. Take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service.

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Check attachment of all wheels.

1. Check all wheels of your jogging stroller before every use.

OPEN

CLOSED

OPEN

CLOSED

Fig. 24

Fig. 25 Fig. 26

Front wheel

2. For the front wheel, move the quick release lever to the OPEN position and

set the wheel so it firmly touches the inside of the fork ends.

3. With the lever about halfway between the position (Fig. 24), tighten the quick release adjusting nut on the opposite end of the quick release axle until finger-tight (Fig. 25).

4. Place the quick release lever in the palm of your hand and move the lever in a motion as shown in Figure 26. Move the lever into the

CLOSED position (Fig. 28). At the halfway closed

position of the quick release lever, you should start to feel some resistance to this motion.

5. If the lever is moved to the no resistance, clamping strength is insufficient. Simply return the lever to the

OPEN position, tighten the quick release adjusting

nut further and close the lever, testing again for resistance. When

Fig. 28

the quick release device is properly tightened, and clamped to the closed position, the clamping force is adequate to cause metal

into metal engagement (embossing) of the fork surfaces.

OPEN position and the CLOSED

CLOSED position with little or

OPEN

Fig. 27

• Do not tighten the quick release by using the quick release lever like a wing nut (Fig. 27). This will not result in sufficient force to hold the wheel in place.

6. Orient the quick release lever so that it does not interfere with any other stroller part and so that it will not become accidentally snagged by obstacles in the path of the jogging stroller (Fig. 28).

Note: If your dropouts don’t appear parallel, this is normal when the wheel is not inserted and tightened, especially the Cavalier 2. First ensure that both handlebar height adjustment levers are oriented in the same direction (see page 12) and the locking tension bar is correctly seated. It may be possible to slightly correct minor twisting. Use moderate, gradual movements with hands only (no tools, feet or force) to tweak in the desired direction. The bolted aluminum construction allows for slight corrections.

Push button Hub Clevis Axle

Fig. 29

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Axle tube

Fig. 30

Rear wheel

7. Depress the button located in the center of the wheel hub on the axle and then insert the rear hub axle (Fig. 29) into the axle tube (Fig. 30) until it stops.

Test for wheel retention

8. Do these two tests to ensure that you have adequately performed these procedures:

• Pick the front of the jogging stroller off of the ground, and give the top of the front tire a sharp downward blow (Fig. 31). The wheel should not come off, be loose, or move from side to side. If uncertain, repeat the tightening process, as shown in Steps 2-6 of these instructions.

9. For the rear wheel, test for a secure attachment by attempting to pull the rear hub axle from the axle tube (Fig. 33). You should not be able to pull the axle from the tube.

Lubrication

Regrease wheel bearings every year. This requires special tools and

training, so should only be done by your Chariot dealer.

Lubricate quick releases once a year. Apply several drops of light oil

where the quick release lever rotates in the quick release body.

Fig. 31

Fig. 32 Fig. 33

WARNING

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Adjustable Sunshade

The sunshade on your stroller can be attached in 3 ways: (1) the side windows by their lower clips being hooked over the small studs, (2) the front windscreen opened by securing its lower loops over the footbar ends (with this option the side windows can also be rolled up), or (3) folded backwards over the handlebars and secured behind the seat to the velcro loop located on the end of the middle seat anchor strap attached to the locking tension bar. (Fig. 34).

Reclining seat

The seat back offers an adjustable angle to the seatback to enhance comfort. Adjust the seat back adjuster buckles located on the outside of the seat, next to the rear mesh pocket.

Storage

The jogging stroller has on-board storage for the many accessories required for child maintenance. Look for the rear mesh pocket (Fig. 34), as well as the additional under-seat basket. (Fig. 35) The maximum capacity of the rear mesh pocket is 1 kg (2.2 lbs). Do not overload the rear pocket. Do not attach additional carrying bags or other items to the back or handlebars of the jogging stroller. Any additional weight on the back of the jogging stroller could make it unstable. Additional cargo may be stored in the under-seat basket to a maximum of 3 kg (6.6 lbs).

Tracking adjustment

The jogging stroller can be aligned so it will roll in a straight line. To adjust the tracking, move the locking tension bar to its upper unlocked position, rotate one of the barrel adjusters found supporting the under the seat storage basket (Fig. 36) at the cable insertion point. By rotating the adjuster, cable tension is changed which aligns the axle tube with the front wheel.

Adjustable

sunshade

Studs

Adjuster

Buckle

Foot ba r

Fig. 34

Side Window

Basket

Fig. 35 Fig. 36

Rear Mesh Pocket

Tracking Barrel Adjuster

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Parts List - Cavalier1

Part # Part Quantity A 41103009 Foot Bar 1 B 50103012 Quick Release Skewer 1 C 50101732 16" Plastic Wheel (Quick Release) 1 D 50101737 16" Plastic Wheel (Hollow Bearing) 2 E 50101305 Clevis Axle 2 F 50101416 Rubber Wheel Cap 2 G 40101732 Axle Assembly 1 H 50103039 Lanyard With Thumbscrew (Tracking Adj) 2 I 50103040 Small Lanyard 2 J 31100606 Fabric Sunshade 1 K 40101342 Handlebar Sub-Assembly 1 L 50101814 9" Foam Grip 2 M 40202029 Wrist Safety Strap 1 N 40202030 Folding Lock Strap 1 O 50103026 Jogging Brake Assembly 1 P 40100806 Sunshade Sub -Assembly 1 Q 30100604 Fabric Body 1 R 31100604 Plastic Rain Cover (Not Shown) 1 S 50203031 Shoulder Harness 1 T 50101404 1" Round End Cap 2

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Parts List - Cavalier2

Part # Part Quantity A 41103037 Foot Bar 1 B 50103012 Quick Release Skewer 1 C 50101732 16" Alloy Plastic (Quick Release) 1 D 50101737 16" Alloy Plastic (Hollow Bearing) 2 E 50101305 Clevis Axle 2 F 50101416 Rubber Wheel Cap 2 G 40101733 Axle Assembly 1 H 50103039 Lanyard With Thumbscrew (Tracking Adj) 2 I 50103040 Small Lanyard 2 J 31100704 Fabric Sunshade 1 K 41101341 Handlebar Sub-Assembly 1 L 50101814 9" Foam Grip 2 M 40202029 Wrist Safety Strap 1 N 40202030 Folding Lock Strap 1 O 50103026 Jogging Brake Assembly 1 P 40100807 Sunshade Sub -Assembly 1 Q 30100703 Fabric Body 1 R 31100702 Plastic Rain Cover (Not Shown) 1 S 50203031 Shoulder Harness 1 T 50101404 1" Round End Cap 2

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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

CHARIOT CARRIERS INC. warrants that the frame is free of defects for the lifetime of the product. The fabric is warranted for one year following the date of delivery to the original purchaser. This warranty does not include the wheels and tires. This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser and under normal use.

Repairs must be made by CHARIOT CARRIERS INC. or an authorized dealer, otherwise this warranty is void. CHARIOT CARRIERS INC. reserves the right to repair or replace the warranted stroller.

This warranty does not apply to damages caused by misuse of this product, accidental or intentional damage, neglect or commercial use. Excluded from this warranty is liability for consequential property or commercial damages or for damages for loss of use. This constitutes the only warranty of CHARIOT CARRIERS INC. and its authorized agents and dealers and no other warranty or conditions, statutory, parole, collateral or otherwise (including conditions requiring compliance with description, fitness for purpose and merchantable quality) shall be implied.

To validate your warranty, please complete the following information and send to: Name Address City Province / State Postal Code / Zip Telephone ( ) Date of Purchase Store & Location

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