Grand Tour - Bike trailer Axkid - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Grand Tour Axkid

IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Read these instructions carefully before assembling and using the product. The assembly may only be carried out by an adult. Retain these instructions for future reference.

Warnings Not following the instructions and safety information in this manual can result in serious injury or death to the passenger or driver!

• Any additional load on the handlebar will affect the stability of the trailer.

• Do not use this trailer on stairs or escalators.

• Do not transport additional children or bags with this trailer.

• Never leave the child unattended.

• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when folding and unfolding this child carrier. Make sure your child is not nearby when folding and unfolding this product to avoid injury.

• Make sure that the child's limbs, clothing, laces, or toys do not come into contact with moving parts of the van.

• Do not install a car seat or other seating device.

• The maximum load for one kid is 22 kg.

• The maximum load of the luggage compartment is 6 kg.

• The parking brake must always be applied while children are getting in and out.

• Always wear a helmet that complies with local regulations.

• Never ride at night without proper lighting. Follow all locally applicable legal requirements regarding lighting.

• Be extremely careful when driving with the trailer. Do not drive faster than 16 km/h and slow down to less than 10 km/h when cornering and on bumpy roads.

• The drawbar load should not be less than 3 kg and not exceed 8 kg.

• Always fasten the safety catch strap of the hitch. Do not use the bicycle trailer if you cannot attach the safety strap to the frame of your bicycle for any reason! If the catch strap is not fastened, the trailer can separate from the bike. The bicycle should be safety checked by a qualified bicycle mechanic before using the trailer.

• The child carrier becomes unstable if the manufacturer's recommended load is exceeded. Do not use it for children who exceed the maximum permissible weight.

• Before each journey, make sure that both wheels are securely engaged in the axle of the transporter.

• The trailer is not suitable for children under 6 months. Children must be at least 6 months old and able to sit upright independently. If the transporter is used for cycling, the child must be old enough to wear a helmet and sit upright. Consult your pediatrician if the child is younger than one year.

• Prevent injury to children from accidentally falling or sliding out. Always wear the seat belt.

• When using this child carrier with only one child, the child should sit on the right side.

• The user of this child carrier must be aware of the hazards of cold wind and heat exhaustion when a child is either less active due to sitting in colder temperatures for extended periods of time or sitting in warm temperatures for extended periods of time without adequate ventilation or hydration.

• If the child carrier is used as a bicycle trailer, the weather cover should be closed to prevent dirt and dust from entering the carrier.

• If the child carrier is used for cycling, a reflector with a test mark must be visibly attached to the rear.

• Before each ride, make sure that the hitched child carrier does not interfere with the brakes, pedals or steering of the bicycle.

• The use of a trailer changes the stability, handling and braking characteristics of your bicycle.3

• When turning right, the angle between the towing bicycle and the child carrier must not exceed 45°.

• When turning left, the angle must not exceed 90°.

• Always use a safety pennant.

• The quick release nut must be fully tightened with at least two turns of the bolt over the end of the quick release nut on the quick release to ensure that the rear wheel of the bicycle does not come loose. Always ensure that the quick release system is correctly fitted. An incorrectly fitted quick release system can cause the rear wheel to accidentally come loose.

• The rear axle nut must be tightened with at least 5 full turns to ensure that it is tight. You can replace the original nut on some axles to make room for the axle coupling. To be sure, ask your specialist bicycle dealer. Depending on the type of hub, the original washer must remain on the frame as a torque support. Please follow the hub assembly instructions and the manufacturer's torque specifications when tightening the axle nut.

• Inline skating is not permitted with the product.

• Always use the restraint system.

• Do not let your child play with this item.

• Safety may be compromised if you use accessories that have not been approved by Axkid AB.

• Do not use this child carrier near open or

• Use and care of the child carrier affect its performance and safety.

• Only spare parts supplied or recommended by the manufacturer/dealer may be used.

• Be aware that a hitched trailer increases the braking distance of the bicycle.

• Cycle trailers pulled by an EPAC can be restricted by law.

• Obey all local legal requirements.

• WARNING Never leave the child unattended.

• WARNING Always use the restraint system.

• WARNING This seat unit is not suitable for children under 6 months.

• WARNING This product is not suitable for running, skating, or skiing.

• WARNING Ensure that all the locking devices are engaged before use. This vehicle shall be used only for up to 2 children for which it has been designed. The weight and the age of the child for which the vehicle is suitable up to 22kgs or 4 years which ever comes first.4

Components A. 1x frame cover B. 2x rear wheels with reflector C. 1x jogger wheel (sold separately) D. 2x wheel outrigger (sold separately) E. 2x buggy wheel F. 1x drawbar with axle coupling. G. 1x axle coupling. H. 1x safety pennant

1. Reach into the folded bicycle trailer and pull the handlebar.

2. Pass the frame part to which the handlebar is attached under the linkage of the

frame. Note: The angle of the handlebar can be adjusted by pressing both grey buttons simultaneously.

3. Connect the frame part to which the handlebar is attached to the frame of the

bicycle trailer using the black fastening hooks.

4. Secure the black fastening hooks by turning the blue locks until they engage.

5. The parts are correctly connected to each other when the connection looks like in

picture 5, the textile cover is taut and nothing wobbles. Note: Secure the textile cover by folding it over the frame and closing the Velcro fastener.

1. Set the handlebar to the lowest position.

Note: The angle of the handlebar can be adjusted by pressing both blue buttons simultaneously.

2. Open the Velcro fastener that connects the textile cover to the frame.

3. To release the blue fastening hooks, press the blue fastening hooks down until they

4. Push the frame part to which the handle bar is attached downwards until it is

released from the anchorage. Pass this part under the frame linkage.

5. Now fold the frame together.

6. The frame is correctly folded when it looks like in picture.

Use of the safety belt The 5-point safety harness system consists of two shoulder straps, two lap straps and a crotch strap secured in a buckle. Padded shoulder straps provide more comfort. WARNING! Never transport babies under 6 months or children who cannot yet sit independently.

1. Open the straps by first pressing the red buttons and at the same time the black

buttons on the buckle. The individual straps should now come out of the buckle.

2. Let the crotch strap hang down towards the footwell and place the two shoulder

straps and the lap straps to the sides of the seat for the time being, so that you can comfortably put your child into the seat.

3. Place the child in the seat with the harness open.

4. Guide the crotch strap with the buckle between the child's legs upwards to the

5. Guide the hands away from the child. And pass the child's hands between the

shoulder straps and lap straps. Place the shoulder straps over the child's shoulders.

6. Now insert the ends of the straps into the buckle.

Note: The seat belts can be adjusted to the child's height.

7. Adjust the seat belts so that the child is held securely by the belts, but not so tight

that the seat belts cut in. Note: If a flat hand can be slid between the straps and the baby's body, the straps are usually adjusted correctly

WARNING! The distance between the shoulder and lap belts and the child's body should be as small as possible so that the child is held optimally in the seat. If the distance is too great, the child cannot be restrained sufficiently in the seat, which can lead to life- threatening injuries in the event of an accident. If the distance is too small, the seat belts may possibly cut into the child's body. WARNING! Always fasten the child's seat belt! Your child could otherwise suffer life- threatening injuries in dangerous situations. WARNING! Seat belts that are adjusted too loosely or buckles that are not properly fastened can cause life-threatening injuries to your child in the event of an accident.8

Attaching the rear wheels

1. Insert the rear wheels into the openings on the frame. When you hear a click, the

rear wheels are correctly fixed and locked in place. Note: The rear wheels can be removed by pressing the button located in the middle of the wheel.

2. Extend the wheel guard

Note: Always fold the wheel guard outwards when using it as a bicycle trailer. The wheel guard protects the rear wheels from collision

WARNING! After mounting, check the locking by pulling both wheels back and forth! The wheels must not be able to be pulled out without pressing the button. Wheels that are not fully locked can come loose when riding, which can lead to accidents with life- threatening injuries.

WARNING! The right tyres are essential! Use only the tyres supplied and keep them properly maintained. Inflate the tyres to 30-35 P.S. I. and check the pressure before each use. Do not use higher pressure tyres as this will make the trailer bouncy and prone to tipping over when lightly loaded. We recommend only tyres with road tread. Do not use off-road tyres.

Note: The wheel guard protects the wheels from collisions with obstacles

Set and release the parking brake. The parking brake prevents the bicycle trailer from unintentionally rolling away when stationary. It is not suitable for breaking a rolling bicycle trailer. Always apply the parking brake when you:

1. park the jogger or buggy.

2. allow your child to get in and out of the trailer when using it as a jogger, buggy or

3. fold the trailer so that it does not roll away.

The parking brake is operated by a brake lever located on the handlebar and acts on both wheels release the foot brake. The parking brake can be fixed by pressing the silver button on the brake lever. The parking brake can be released by pulling the brake lever again. WARNING! Always apply the parking brake after parking the trailer and when getting in and out of the trailer with the children. Check that the trailer cannot roll away by pulling it slightly forwards and backwards. An unsecured trailer could cause accidents with life- threatening injuries by rolling away or could roll away when getting in or out of the trailer, causing serious injuries to the children. WARNING! Never drive with the parking brake applied! This can damage the brake mechanism. Hand brake

1. Insert the drawbar into the opening on the frame. The opening is located under the

2. Secure the drawbar with the blue clamp. To do this, insert both steel bolts of the

clamp into the holes on the side of the bicycle trailer and close the clamp. The clamp is securely closed as soon as you hear a loud click. Note: Opening and closing the clamp is not smooth and requires a certain amount of force. This is necessary to guarantee a secure hold of the clamp.

3. The drawbar must always be mounted on the left side of the bicycle trailer. The

drawbar must not be mounted on the right-hand side.

Caution: The drawbar must always be mounted on the left side of the bicycle trailer.

Caution! Both steel bolts must always be locked with the clamp when the trailer is used. Always make sure that the drawbar is securely mounted. Failure to do so may result in serious accidents and injuries..11

Mounting the axle coupling (quick release) The coupling is always mounted on the left-hand side of the tractor wheel, as seen in the direction of travel . It consists of two parts: the drawbar head, which is attached to the drawbar, and the axle coupling, which is attached to the axle of the rear wheel hub of the towing bicycle . Before you mount the axle coupling, you must determine whether your bicycle is suitable for towing a trailer. Check the owner's manual of the bicycle, ask the manufacturer or ask a bicycle dealer. WARNING! The axle coupling must be fitted correctly. An incorrectly mounted axle coupling can come loose while riding and lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries.

1. Open the quick-release lever on the rear wheel of the traction bike or loosen the

hexagon socket screw (5 mm), depending on the version of the quick-release axle. Often the direction of movement of the clamping lever is marked "OPEN".

2. Unscrew the quick-release axle nut anticlockwise. Be careful, there is a small spring

underneath that could jump away.

3. Place the axle coupling on the quick-release axle without removing the spring.

4. Screw the axle nut clockwise onto the thread of the quick-release axle with at least

5. Align the rear wheel and close the quick-release lever or tighten the hexagon

socket screw, depending on the quick-release axle version. The direction of movement of the clamping lever is often marked "CLOSE" . The force you apply must increase from about half way. In the last area shortly before the end position, the clamping lever should be difficult to move . In the end position the lever must be parallel to the frame and must not stick out.

6. Check whether the quick-release is really tightly closed by trying to turn the closed

quick-release around its own axis . If the quick-release can be twisted, the clamping force is not sufficient . Open the clamping lever and screw the axle nut half a turn clockwise . Repeat steps 5 and 6. If the clamping lever cannot be closed completely, open the clamping lever and screw the axle nut half a turn anticlockwise . Repeat steps 5 and 6. Note that the axle nut must be screwed onto the thread of the quick- release axle with at least five full turns. WARNING! Less than five full turns of the thread will not ensure sufficient clamping force of the rear wheel, which can lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries. The quick- release axle is then too short and must be replaced. This is available as an accessory. Contact a specialist workshop.

7. Finally, try to move the rear wheel in the dropouts to make sure that it is correctly

fixed. WARNING! The rear wheel must be correctly fastened after mounting the axle coupling. An incorrectly fastened rear wheel can lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries when riding. Refer to the instruction manual of your towing bicycle. There are many different axles. If in doubt, consult a specialist mechanic.12

Assembly of the axle coupling (solid axle) The coupling is always mounted on the left-hand side of the tractor wheel, as seen in the direction of travel. It consists of two parts: the drawbar head, which is attached to the drawbar, and the axle coupling, which is attached to the axle of the rear wheel hub of the towing bike . Before you mount the axle coupling, you must determine whether your bicycle is suitable for towing a trailer. Check the owner's manual of the bicycle, ask the manufacturer or ask a bicycle dealer. WARNING! The axle coupling must be fitted correctly. An incorrectly mounted axle coupling can come loose while riding and lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries.

1. Unscrew the axle nut on the left side of the rear wheel counterclockwise.

WARNING! Do not remove the lock washer (2). It prevents the rear wheel from twisting in the dropouts. Riding without lock washers can lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries. Place the axle coupling on the axle without removing the lock washer.

2. Screw the axle nut onto the thread of the solid axle with at least five full turns.

WARNING! Less than five full turns will not ensure sufficient clamping force of the rear wheel, which can lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries. The axle coupling must not be fitted! Contact a specialist workshop.

3. Align the rear wheel and tighten the axle nut to the tightening torque specified in the

instruction manual of your towing bicycle. Hold the axle coupling firmly.

4. Finally, try to move the rear wheel in the dropouts to make sure it is correctly

secured. WARNING! The rear wheel must be correctly fixed after mounting the axle coupling. An incorrectly fastened rear wheel can lead to accidents with life- threatening injuries when riding. Observe the operating instructions for your towing bicycle. If in doubt, consult a specialist workshop.

Attaching the safety pennant (bicycle trailer configuration) To ensure that other road users better see the bicycle trailer, you should always use the safety pennant provided. This increases your safety and that of your child. The safety pennant is inserted into a fabric tunnel located on the left side of the fabric cover.

1. put the two parts of the frame together.

2. put the safety pennant together.

3. put the safety pennant into the fabric tunnel on the fabric cover.

WARNING! If you use the bicycle trailer as a bicycle trailer, the safety pennant must always be fitted. Without the safety pennant, the bicycle trailer could easily be overlooked in road traffic, which could lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries. Note: When folding the trailer, remove the safety pennant beforehand. Otherwise, the pennant pole could break

Coupling the trailer to the bicycle (bicycle trailer configuration) WARNING! Check whether the towing bike is approved by the manufacturer for towing trailers! Pulling trailers with an unsuitable towing bike can lead to frame fractures and accidents with life-threatening injuries. Coupling should always be done without a child in the trailer.

1. Open the safety bar of the cotter pin. The cotter pin is located on the drawbar head

and remove the cotter pin.

2. Lift the drawbar and push the drawbar head onto the axle coupling mounted on the

3. Put the cotter pin back into the hole provided on the drawbar head and close the

safety bar. Caution! Make sure that the connection is secure by pulling on the drawbar.

4. Pass the safety strap around the frame tube and hook the carabiner into the holder

on the drawbar. Make sure that the safety strap does not get caught in the spokes or disc brakes. WARNING! Make sure that the axle coupling is correctly fixed in the drawbar head. If it is not fixed correctly, the trailer may come loose while driving, which may lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries. WARNING! Never drive without securing the drawbar with the safety strap! If the trailer comes loose, it will still be connected to the bicycle. Failure to observe this can lead to accidents with life-threatening injuries.

Mounting the buggy wheels (buggy configuration) If the bicycle trailer has the drawbar or the jogger wheel set mounted, first remove these elements, and insert the blue fastening hooks back into the holes provided. Make sure that the fastening hooks are closed. Note: To familiarize yourself with the assembly, we recommend that you first lift the bicycle trailer at the front, tilt it backwards and support it on the handlebar. Make sure that the surface under the trailer is clean and smooth so as not to soil or damage the textile cover. Later, when you are familiar with the assembly, it is enough to lift the trailer slightly at the front for this work.

1. lift the trailer at the front or tilt it backwards.

2. insert the buggy wheel into the buggy wheel holder as far as it will go until you hear

3. to remove the buggy wheel, press the blue button and pull the buggy wheel out.

Caution! Never ride with a mounted buggy wheel when using the trailer as a bicycle trailer! The buggy wheel could hit obstacles, which could lead to accidents and injuries. Caution! Make sure that the buggy wheel is correctly engaged and cannot come loose by itself! If the buggy wheel is not correctly engaged, the buggy wheel can come loose, which can lead to accidents and injuries.

Mounting the jogger wheel (jogger configuration) If the drawbar or the buggy wheels are mounted on the bicycle trailer, first dismantle these elements. The jogger set consists of two wheel-arms, a jogger wheel and a catch strap. The two wheel outriggers are mounted in a similar way to the drawbar. The left-hand outrigger is inserted into the receptacle of the drawbar and the right-hand outrigger is inserted into an identically constructed receptacle on the right-hand side.

1. Lift the trailer at the front or tilt it backwards.

2. Now insert the jogger wheel into the dropouts of the wheel arms and do not tighten

the axle nut completely.

3. open and remove the blue clips. Then insert the wheel arms into the receptacles.

The blue adjustment wheels must point downwards.

4. Fix the wheel arms with the help of the blue clamps. To do this, insert both steel

bolts of the clamp into the holes on the side of the bicycle trailer and close the clamp. Then tighten the axle nut, close the quick-release lever. Check that the wheel and outriggers are fixed by pulling on them. Note: Opening and closing the clamp is not smooth and requires a certain amount of force. This is necessary to guarantee a secure hold of the clamp. WARNING! The jogger wheel and the wheel outriggers must be correctly fixed after assembly. Riding with an incorrectly fastened jogger set can lead to accidents with life- threatening injuries. If in doubt, contact a specialist workshop! Note: If the trailer does not drive exactly straight ahead in the jogger configuration, the track can be adjusted by turning the adjusting rings on the dropouts.

Adjust the positions of wheel suspension. There are two positions of rear wheel suspension. In the 1st position, it is for the maximum weight in 22kgs; And in the 2nd position, it is for the maximum weight in 22+22kgs. When you open the frame, the suspension in the 1st position. If you want to take maximum weight more than 22kgs, please use the tow bar, and lift it into the 2nd position. When adjusting from the 2nd position to the 1st position, you need to lift the tow bar first and press the blue button down at the same time. When it falls off, then press the tow bar down.

Please be sure to adjust the shock gear according to the weight or number of passengers. Care & Maintenance

• Maintain and clean the trailer regularly to keep it in good condition for a long time.

• Check your trailer and accessories regularly for damage and signs of wear:

• Check all metal components for possible breaks or cracks. Do not use the trailer if any metal components are cracked or damaged.

• Check the trailer for bent, defective, missing or loose fasteners or catches. Tighten loose fasteners or catches and replace damaged or missing parts.

• Inspect the fabric regularly for tears, worn spots or other signs of damage.

• Clean the child carrier regularly with warm water and a mild soap solution. Never use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents.

• Clean the wheel axles and lubricate all exposed moving parts with grease or oil. Always check the wheels and carry out maintenance at least once a year.

• Store your trailer and accessories in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Before storage, the child carrier must be dry to prevent the formation of mould or bacteria.1