Profi Plus III FZ022 - Bike trailer Fischer - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Profi Plus III FZ022 Fischer

86389-FZ-Fahrradanhänger-Profi-Plus-III-FIS-IM-INT-V03-OEF.indd 6 27.11.15 15:01We congratulate you on purchasing your high-quality bicycle trailer. The instructions for use form part of the product as supplied. Please pass on the instructions to the new owner if you sell or otherwise dispose of the product. Safety precautions Please read these instructions with attention before using the product, and then keep them in a safe place. Failure to follow the instructions can affect both your own safety and that of other road users.

1. The trailer is intended for transporting items. The trailer must not be used to transport passengers.

2. Do not exceed the trailer’s permitted maximum weight of 39 kg.

3. Do not carry out technical modifications of any kind on the trailer.

4. Do not attempt to carry additional loads on the tow bar.

5. Maximum road speed: 10 mph (16 km/h)

6. Do not use the trailer on stony or uneven road surfaces, or in road conditions otherwise considered dangerous.

7. Proceed with great care when on public roads in order to avoid hazards.

8. The person riding the towing bicycle must be at least 16 years of age and in a fit state to be in charge of a vehicle.

9. Always wear a helmet when cycling.

10. Ensure that the towing bicycle is in a perfect state of repair.

11. You are recommended to fit the towing bicycle with rear-view mirrors.

12. Check all components for tightness before each trip, paying particular attention to the quick-action coupling and wheels.

13. Always switch on the lamps in conditions of poor light (at twilight, etc.)

14. Please note that we cannot accept liability for accessories obtained from other suppliers.

15. Only bicycles must be used as towing vehicles. The cycle used must be specifically identified in its manufacturer’s instructions as being suitable for towing purposes. 16. Ask your specialist dealer to check that the brakes are capable of fulfilling the following performance specifications. Deceleration rate (with brakes full on) for a total mass of 140 kg. Front wheel brakes: a 3.4 m/s

(wet) 17. Never load the trailer to above the top edge of the side rails, as falling objects may endanger other traffic. When loading up the trailer, you must ensure that the load is evenly distributed. 18. Load the trailer to its maximum capacity and practice towing it on an enclosed piece of land before venturing out onto public roads. Take special care to practice riding around bends and up and down slopes, and try out your emergency-braking and setting-off techniques on different road surfaces. Take into account the extended braking distance of the vehicle and trailer resulting from the additional trailer load.

19. Attach the pennant supplied to make the cycle and trailer more visible.

20. Always check your tyre pressures before riding off, as insufficient tyre pressure can have a detrimental effect on the riding performance of the cycle and trailer. 21. Note that there is an increased risk of tipping over when stationary when the trailer is attached. Ensure at all times that the towing bicycle is in a fit state to tow the loaded trailer.

22. Push the load well inside the trailer or otherwise secure it to prevent loss.

23. Warning: Please follow the local traffic regulation during using on the public road!

24. Towbar load min.: 35 N / towbar load max.: 45 N

Technical specifications: Weights: Weight of trailer when empty: 9,0 kg Permitted total weight: 39 kg Maximum load capacity: 30 kg Notes on warranty: The warranty conditions are as stipulated in law. Maintenance and repair: If the trailer is subject to heavy use, all its components must be checked regularly and worn and damaged items replaced as required. Do not attempt to repair damaged components. Damaged items must always be substituted with an original replacement part. Retighten all screws, nuts, etc. after the first ten hours of use. Check the bicycle and trailer before each trip to ensure that they are in a correct state of repair. Made for: Inter-Union Technohandel GmbH · Klaus-von-Klitzing-Strasse 2 · 76829 Landau · Germany · Tel.: [phone] · www.fischer-fahrrad.de Issued: 09.15 Tools required Crosshead screwdriver + multifunctional tool supplied

Important: An approved battery-powered rear light must be fitted for use on public roads. Operating and safety precautions

Step 2 Fitting the wheels

Step 4 Attaching the lower tow bar part

Step 5 Attaching the upper tow bar part Place 2 orange reflectors [part no. 9] on the outer spokes of both of the wheels. Make sure that these are firmly attached to the spokes.

Screw both wheels [part no. 6] to the base frame [part no. 2] as shown in the photo. Tighten the screw positioned on the outside and attach the screw covers by placing them on the screws. Please make sure that the self-locking screw is properly tightened. Check regularly that the self- locking screw is correctly seated.

Screw both white reflectors [part no. 8] to the front of the base frame [part no. 2] and screw the red reflector to the rear of the base frame by the brackets provided for this purpose. Use 2 M5x10 fixing screws each for this.

Screw the lower tow bar part [part no. 4] to the front of the base frame [part no. 2] using the attachment bracket and by means of 2 M6x50 screws and 2 M6x35 screws (each with washers and nuts).

Put the upper tow bar part [part no. 5] on to the lower part and connect the two parts by putting the self-locking screw M6x35 into the square opening and screw it tight with its washer and nut. Operating and safety precautions

Screw one of the two wheel deflection guards [part no. 7] to the base frame in front of each of the wheels. For this use screws M6x40 with washers and nuts.

Put the two halves of the flag [part no. 10] together using the connector and then put it in the hole provided in the rear of the trailer. Fold out the transport box [part no. 1] and place it in the base frame [part no. 2].

Lay the fabric cover [part no. 3] on the transport box and attach the cover to the base frame [part no. 2] by means of the 4 Velcro strips.

Secure the saddle-support mounting, with the help of the plastic shims, to the saddle pillar of your bicycle. [Part-Nr. 12]

Now use the screw that is ready-fitted to the saddle support mounting to attach the ball-head coupling to the saddle support mounting. Step 6 Fitting the wheel deflection protection

Step 7 Attaching the safety flag

Step 8 Putting in the transport box Step 9 Putting on the transport cover

Fully-assembled trailer Operating and safety precautions