User manual BURLEY PICCOLO

[. . . ] Owner's Instruction & Safety Manual Contents Section Page Introduction 2 I. Transferring or Installing Additional Moose Racks 17 Warranty 20 Congratulations! You've just purchased a Burley® PiccoloTM trailercycle. Every effort has been made to ensure your purchase is of top quality and proven design, ready to provide you with many years and thousands of miles of happy, safe trailercycling. IMPORTANT: Because some of the features and guidelines for using the Burley Piccolo merit close attention, it is very important for you to familiarize yourself with the trailercycle by reading sections IV-IX of this manual before use. If you have any questions we encourage you to contact your Burley dealer. Introduction Your Burley dealer must install the pedals, handlebars, shifter, and grips; and mount the seat, and the rear reflector. [. . . ] Do not cycle with children under age 4, as they likely lack the stamina and attention span required to cycle safely. If your child is physically or mentally impaired, consult your physician as to whether your child can safely ride a trailercycle. Proper adjustment of your child's seat and handlebars is essential for a safe and enjoyable ride. Ensure that the minimum insertion mark on the seat post remains inside the frame. If the seat post must be raised beyond this height for the child to ride comfortably, your child is too tall for the Piccolo and should not attempt to ride it. Don't use a seat post longer than the one supplied with your Piccolo, as it could result in a high, unstable center of gravity. Trailercycle Weight Limits Do not overload the trailercycle. In addition, the lead rider must weigh at least twice as much as the trailing child, in order to safely control the Piccolo. For example: · If the lead rider weighs 110 lbs. , the trailercycle weight limit is reduced to 55 lbs. · If the child riding your trailercycle weighs 70 lbs. , the lead rider must weigh at least 140 lbs. Burley Piccolo Owner's Instruction & Safety Manual 11 No Trailers or Other Cargo The Piccolo hitch is rated for a maximum of 85 lbs. Do not attach a trailer to the Piccolo, as it will overload the hitch and create a long, unwieldy vehicle. Likewise, do not exceed above weight limits by attaching a rack, panniers, or other cargo to the Piccolo. Trailercycling with Your Child Introduce your child to trailercycling with caution--it is most likely a new experience for both of you. Be smooth and predictable as you cycle to gain the confidence of your child. If there's an unavoidable bump, announce it ahead so your child isn't caught off guard. Always allow extra room when turning or passing parked cars or other obstacles so your child doesn't feel hemmed in. Never push your child's endurance; a younger child may lose interest and become drowsy. Avoid this hazardous condition by going on shorter rides, stopping frequently, and checking with your child periodically as you ride. Instruct your child to keep feet on pedals and hands on handlebars at all times. Bring plenty of water, especially on longer rides; keep a full water bottle handy so your child can easily quench her/his thirst when s/he desires. No Headphones or Other Distractions Do not bicycle with headphones, radios, or other distractions. You and your child must be able to hear surrounding traffic, communicate with each other, and concentrate on safe bicycling at all times. No Motorized Vehicles Your Burley Piccolo is only intended for use with pedal-powered cycles; never pull it with a motorized vehicle, as the increased acceleration and speed could cause a hazardous loss of control. Avoid Riding in Traffic We recommend against riding in traffic. If you must ride in traffic, do not pull your trailercycle on highways, busy streets, or on streets unsafe for bicycling with children. Never assume that you will be given the right-of-way, even if it is legally yours. Your child is a precious load; his or her safety should not be entrusted to a car driver whose attention or regard for bike riders is unknown. [. . . ] Repair or replace any damaged or worn-out parts. 16 Burley Piccolo Owner's Instruction & Safety Manual Annual or 1000-Mile Maintenance--Whichever Comes First Perform these steps every year at the beginning of your riding season. If you are riding in rain you will need to perform this maintenance every 6 months or 500 miles. Clean and lubricate pivot points on derailleur; wipe excess oil to prevent dirt buildup. Check wheel for trueness; inspect for cracks at the spoke hole or sidewall. [. . . ]