Indie - Stroller Bumbleride - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Indie Bumbleride

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Indie

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Hello

Welcome to the Bumbleride family.

Get ready for the ride of your life.

At Bumbleride, our goal is to make gear for parents to get out and do what they love, while doing our best to preserve the planet.

With Indie and all our products, we are committed to creating the very best product experience for our families. Our designers seek to understand how you interact with your children and develop ergonomic designs for you and your baby. Our customer care team is here to help and put a smile on your face. We love to make your life just a little bit easier. That's our Bumbleride Promise.

Everything we do has an impact on this world. From the factories we partner with, to the materials we choose, we take the time to think critically and act responsibly. We promise straightforward, common sense design that doesn't try to be too clever.

We know you're busy. So you need products and services that work seamlessly and a partner that supports you if they don't. For us, it's not just about providing quality service, but caring about the service we provide.

Our aim with Indie is to give you an all terrain stroller perfect for the active family. From the pavement to the trail, Indie adapts to your daily adventures called life. Wherever your path takes you, Indie is the only stroller you will need from birth through toddlerhood.

Please complete the product registration card so that we may assist you with any of your warranty needs should they arise. You can also register your product online at: www.bumbleride.com/support

The Bumbleride Indie complies with ASTM F-833, SOR/85-379 and EN 1888 safety standards.

Feel good knowing our eco fabrics keep plastic bottles out of landfills and our dye process conserves water.

Table of Contents

This owner's manual is broken into 4 sections. The first, Assembly, will introduce you to the Indie and guide you through the steps of assembling your new Indie. The second, Operation, will show you how to use your Indie properly. The third, Maintenance, will give you clear steps on how to maintain your Indie. The fourth, Useful Information, contains all product information such as warranty, warnings and additional accessories you may need.

ASSEMBLY

8 What's in the box

10 Opening frame

12 Attaching rear axle & wheels

14 Attaching front wheel

16 Attaching sun canopy

18 Attaching bumper bar

19 Attaching wrist strap

OPERATION

20 Using the brake
21 Adjusting the handlebar
22 PART ONE

Using with an infant

24 PARTTWO

Using with an infant

26 Folding Indie

MAINTENANCE

28 Adding air to the tires
30 PART ONE

Removing the fabric to wash

32 PARTTWO

Removing the fabric to wash

34 Cleaning instructions

USEFUL INFORMATION

35 Additional accessories
36 Stroller warranty, standards and warnings (English)
38 Stroller warranty, standards and warnings (Spanish)
40 Stroller warranty, standards and warnings (French)

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Indie frame
Estructura Indie

Cadre Indie

Gray backpack with front cover and pocket pockets, no visible text or symbols

UPF 45+ canopy
Capota UPF 45+
Pare-soleil UPS 45+

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12in front wheel 30.5cm ruedas frontales 30.5cm roues avant

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Rear axle Eje trasero Essieu arrière

Top-down view of a black and white tire with three wheels and a central hub (no text or symbols visible)

Black ribbon belt with loop design (no text or symbols)

12in rear wheels 30.5cm ruedas traseras Roues de 30.5cm a l'arrière
Wrist strap Correa para la muñe corroie de poignet

Black cylindrical object with attached metallic clip and separate plastic clip (no text or symbols visible)

Also included but not pictured, 2 Allen wrenches, open wrench, operating manual, inflation cheat sheet and warranty registration card.

Black and silver outdoor scooter with adjustable handle and seat, no visible text or symbols

WARNING / ADVERTENCIA / ATTENTION

Always ensure baby is a safe distance away while opening and folding the stroller.

Begin by releasing the autolock. Lever it away from the stroller and pull up on the handlebar at the same time.

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2

Lift handle upwards & back.

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3

As handle comes around lift the stroller onto the back legs and continue rotating the handle until the hinge locks engage.

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Attaching rear axle & wheels

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1

Position the rear axle so that the brake bar is facing outward. Slide the rear axle onto the rear tubes until you hear a 'CLICK' on both legs.

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2

To remove the rear axle press release tabs. There is one on each side.

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3

Slide the rear wheel into the rear axle tube. You will hear a 'CLICK'. To remove rear wheel pull on the release knob while pulling out the wheel.

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Attaching front wheel

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1

Position front wheel between fork. Slide the axle bolt through the fork and wheel.

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2

Thread nut onto axle bolt. Hold axle bolt in place with the Allen wrench and tighten the nut with the wrench (tools included).

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3

When running or jogging at a fast pace always lock fork for maximum stability.

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1

Slide canopy ratchets onto the hot shoes located on the inside of the handlebars. Push the ratchets down until they notch in place

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2

Pull open the canopy and, using the snaps, secure the back edge to the black support bar. Snaps on both sides will secure the canopy to the seat fabric.

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3

For more coverage reach inside the canopy to pull out extended visor.

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4

The rear canopy extension can be added if more coverage is required.

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Attaching bumper bar

Colocación de la barra de parachoques / Fixation de la barre pare-chocs

1

Locate the bumper bar holsters on each side of the seat and slide it into place.

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2

To release bumper bar press on the plastic tabs and lift.

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3

When folding the stroller use the grey buttons on the bumper bar to move it down for a more compact fold. Always ensure the bar is in an upright position when a child is in the stroller.

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Attaching wrist strap

Feed the loop end of the strap through the slot in the handlebar standoff.

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2

Bring the loop under and feed it through the buckle until it is tight against the handlebar standoff.

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Using the brake

Cómo usar el freno / Futilisation du frein

Press down on the brake bar to engage.

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Lift up on the brake bar to release it.

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WARNING / ADVERTENCIA / ATTENTION

Always ensure baby is a safe distance away while opening and folding the stroller.

Adjusting the handlebar

Push the buttons on the outside of the handlebar to adjust position.

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PART ONE

Using with an infant

Open the fi ve point safety harness. Notice how the harness locks together.

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2

For infants ensure the waist straps are threaded through the infant side straps.

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3

To tighten the straps pull down on the straps until the harness fi ts comfortably and securely.

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4

As your child becomes taller you can rethread the shoulder straps in a higher position on the backrest.

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5

Undo the Velcro pocket on the seat back to access matching slots on the seat back support.

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6

Push the shoulder straps buckles through the slots and lay them fl at against seat back support.

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PART TWO

Using with an infant

Recline the backrest to its lowest position by squeezing the backrest adjuster and pulling it down.

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Lift footrest to its highest position by pressing the buttons on each side.

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Unsnap the infant wall from under foot-rest.

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Wrap the infant wall around footrest and engage snaps on seat fabric.

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Folding Indie

Cómo plegar Indie / Plier Indie

Begin by folding down the bumper bar and footrest.

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Stand behind stroller and simultaneously squeeze both triggers while lifting the handlebars.

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Fold the handle forward.

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Continue fold until you hear the autolock engage.

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Adding air to the tires

Cómo agregar aire a las ruedas / Ajouter de l'air aux pneus

Indie's tires have inner tubes and will occasionally need air added. Keep the pump handy by storing it in the zippered pocket of the cargo basket.

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Begin by removing the valve cap. Keep it close by and out of reach of children.

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Flip the dust cover of the pump head.

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Push pump head firmly onto valve. You may hear some air escaping. Flip up the pump head lever to seal the connection.

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Unfold pump handle and infl ate the tire to 30psi/2bar.

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PART ONE

Removing the fabric to wash

Cómo quitar la tela para lavarla / Retirer le tissu pour le laver

Begin by unsnapping all six snaps on the sides and back of the canopy. Grasp the canopy ratchets from underneath and give them a fi rm tug upwards to remove them from the hot shoes.

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Remove the bumper bar by pressing on the release tabs. Unzip the fabric for washing.

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Unsnap the seat fabric from the handlebars.

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Unzip the side panels.

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Remove backrest adjuster by feeding the strap through the split buckle.

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Unsnap and remove the webbing from the back leg frame buckle.

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PART TWO

Removing the fabric to wash

Cómo quitar la tela para lavarla / Retirer le tissu pour le laver

Remove Fabric from frame.

Quite la tela del marco.

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Remove back support by first pushing the shoulder harness buckles back through the buckle slots.

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To wash the canopy, remove one of the ratchets with a Philips screwdriver. Warning: keep the screws close by and out of reach of children.

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Remove canopy frame by sliding it out of the fabric.

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Cleaning instructions

Machine wash seat fabric, canopy fabric and bumper bar fabric using cold water on a delicate cycle. Do not machine-dry. Do not iron. Only air-dry. To attach the fabric, reverse the steps above.

Additional accessories (not included)

Green foam roller pad with visible seam details (no text or symbols)

Seat Liners

Black and teal backpack with a white logo on the side (no text or symbols visible)

Footmuff & Liner

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Parent Pack

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Snack Pack

Black and gold-colored outdoor skateboard with wheels and adjustable legs (no text or symbols visible)

Mini Board

Black and white photo of a branded cushion device with logo and icons (no readable text or symbols)

Travel Bag

Black compact car case with visible seat and side panels (no text or symbols)

Winter Footmuff

Black electronic device with a spherical head and earbuds, no visible text or symbols

Bell

Black baby stroller with black seat and silver handle, no visible text or symbols

Car Seat Adapters

Black baby stroller with transparent hood and black body, no visible text or symbols

Non-PVC Rain Cover

For more information visit us at www.bumbleride.com

Warranty & Safety Standard

STROLLER

This product is tested in compliance with ASTM F833, SOR/85-379 and EN 1888 safety standards.

Your Bumbleride stroller frame comes with a 3 year warranty and a lifetime of friendly customer service to ensure that you will love your Bumbleride for years to come. The frame of your Bumbleride is guaranteed to be free from manufacturer defects for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase. The fabric components, tires and inner tubes are guaranteed to be free from manufacturer defects for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. Damage due to wear and tear will be repaired or replaced at a reasonable cost.

The warranty card must be returned, or online registration completed in order to activate the warranty period. The warranty covers consumers who have purchased their Bumbleride within the U.S. and Canada.

International shipping for any replacement part or repair is to be covered by the consumer.

This warranty does not cover damage caused by normal wear and tear, neglect, accidents, lack of maintenance or damage caused by parts not manufactured by Bumbleride. This warranty covers Bumbleride products purchased from authorized Bumbleride dealers only. A list of authorized dealers can be found by visiting our Dealer Locator online at: www.bumbleride.com

All warranty claims must be made directly to the authorized Bumbleride dealer from whom the product was purchased or by contacting Bumbleride Customer Care ([e-mail] or 1-800-530-3930).

Costs associated with shipping and handling are the responsibility of the customer. Upon receipt of the product, Bumbleride or its authorized repair center, will arrange for inspection of the item. If the problem is due to defective parts or defective workmanship on behalf of Bumbleride, Bumbleride will repair or replace the product at Bumbleride's option. If the product is not covered under the original warranty, the customer will be responsible for all expenses associated with the service provided.

Bumbleride Inc.

2345 Kettner Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92101

www.bumbleride.com

[e-mail]

1-800-530-3930

WARNING - STROLLER

The following are important safety instructions. Save this operating manual for future use. Read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference. Your child's safety may be affected if you do not follow these instructions. Always ensure that children are a safe distance away when opening and closing the stroller. Learn more by visiting us at www.bumbleride.com.

• Never leave your child unattended.
• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use the 5-point safety harness.
• Any load attached to the handle aff ects the stability of the stroller.
• Ensure that all the locking devices are engaged before use.
  • Always use the restraint system.
  • Always use the crotch strap in combination with the waist belt.
• Check that the stroller body or seat unit or car seat attachment devices are all correctly engaged before use.
  • Always use the restraint system.
  • To avoid serious injury ensure that your child is kept away when unfolding and folding this product.
• Do not let your child play with this product.

• Care must be taken when folding and unfolding this product to prevent fi nger entrapment.

• This vehicle is intended for children from infancy to 55 lbs/25 kg or 40"/120cm.
  • Always use the brakes when not holding the stroller.

• Excess weight may cause hazardous or unstable conditions to exist. Never allow more than one child per seat of the stroller. Never leave children in stroller when using stairs or escalators.
• Child may slip into leg openings and strangle. Never use in reclined carriage position unless the safety harness is used, the footrest is raised and the footrest sidewalls are attached. (Read instructions before using this product!)
• Do not leave the stroller exposed to heat for long periods of time.
• Do not fold stroller when wet.
• Parcels and/or accessory items placed on the stroller may cause it to become unstable. Maximum weight in cargo basket 10lbs (5.55kg)

bumbleride

the ride of your ife.

Bumbleride Inc.

2345 Kettner Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92101

www.bumbleride.com

[e-mail]

1-800-530-3930