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Bicycle safety
Before connecting the bicycle trailer to your bicycle, ensure your bicycle is suitable for towing a trailer and is equipped with
well functioning brakes. It is recommended that the bicycle to which the trailer will be attached undergoes a safety check by a
qualified bicycle mechanic before attaching the trailer.
Riding behavior
When towing a trailer, your bicycle behaves heavier and less responsive due to the weight of the trailer. Familiarize yourself with
this behavior by experimenting with a loaded trailer in a quiet area first, before entering crowded public roads.
Be aware that due to the weight of the trailer, your bicycle has a longer braking distance. Use caution when driving down hill, as
your bicycle will gain more speed rapidly.
Do not exceed the maximum speed specified in this manual and slow down when making turns and on rough roads. Avoid riding
over rocks, curbs or other obstacles that may cause the trailer to tip over. Using the trailer in unfavorable weather, road or traffic
conditions can result in unsafe situations. Always use good judgement when deciding if conditions are safe to use the trailer.
High visibility
For optimal visibility and safety in the traffic, the multifunctional carrier has front (white), rear (red) and wheel (orange)
reflectors. The tires also have reflective lines. Reflective piping is integrated in the outer fabric. When using the carrier as a
bicycle trailer, you also need to apply the orange safety flag for even better visibility.
Intended use
The trailer is intended for transportation of children as specified in this manual on public roads with light traffic, sidewalks and
smooth paths. Hamax considers using the trailer in any other way as unintended use, including but not limited to:
• riding with excessive speed
• riding on rough off-road conditions
• using the trailer for commercial purposes
• transporting animals
• storing luggage in areas inside or outside the trailer other than in the trailer’s luggage compartment
• towing the trailer by motorized vehicles
• failing to comply with the instructions in this manual
GETTING STARTED - INSTALLATION
[1] Packaging content & required tools
• Trailer body (1x) [1a]
• Quick release wheel (2x) [1b]
• Bicycle arm (1x) [1c]
• Wheel guard including 2 screws
for installation (2x) [1d]
• Safety flag (1x) [1e]
• Stroller wheel (1x) [1f]
• User manual Hamax Outback (1x)
• Required tools: Phillips screw driver [1g]
• Required tools: Wrench, size 15 [1h]
[2] Product overview
• Push bar [2a]
• Front cover pocket [2b]
• Front cover [2c]
• Seat paddings [2d]
• Safe connection point [2e]
• Accessory, stroller wheel [2f]
• Adjustable suspension [2g]
• Quick release wheel [2h]
• Wheel guard [2i]
• Seat backrest rear [2j]
• Push bar release handle [2k]
• Storage space [2l]
• Parking brake [2m]
[3] Installing the hitch on your bicycle
• Remove quick-release or nut [3a] from the left side of your bicycle’s rear wheel axle. Place hitch [3b] between quick-release or
nut and frame. Tighten the quick-release or nut back on according to the bicycle manufacturer’s instructions.
• Ensure that the orientation of the hitch is correct. Keep the alignment / angle between hitch and bicycle arm as straight as
possible.
[4] Installing the wheel guards
• Align the holes [4a] on the wheel guard plate with the holes on the wheel guard [4b]. Insert the 2 screws from the inside of the
trailer through the holes in the fabric into the wheel guard. Use the screws provided with the trailer. Fasten both sides in the
same way.
[5] Setting the adjustable suspension
• The suspension can be adjusted to give a comfortable ride. Ensure that the suspension is always set to match your children’s
weight. Ensure that the trailer is unloaded when adjusting the suspension. Rotate the adjustment ring [5a] to the desired
position. Make sure that the left and right suspension are in the same position.
[6] Unfolding the trailer
• Pull push bar upwards until the auto-lock engages on both sides.
• Verify that the folding mechanism is locked on both sides by trying to push it back down.
• Lock the push bar with the release handle.
[7] Folding the trailer
• Ensure that the push bar is unlocked.
• Push the folding lock button [7a] in and than pull the straps towards you [7b] until the auto-lock is disengaged on both sides.
• Guide the trailer down into its folded position.
[8] Installing the quick release wheels
• Ensure that the parking brake is not engaged [2m].
• Make sure that you remove the cap that is protecting the wheel axle [8a]. Press the push button [8b] and insert the wheel axle
into the socket. Verify that the wheel is securely fastened by pulling the wheel.
[9] Mounting the safety flag
• Place the flag pole [9a] into the socket [9b] on the side of the bicycle trailer that is most exposed to the road.
USE
[10] Attach the accessory [1c] [1f] at the safe connection point
• Make sure the slider [10b] is upwards. Slide the accessory [10c] into the opening at the front until it locks into place.
• Move the slider downwards until it snaps into place. The green color indicates that the connection point is locked. Verify that
the slider is locked by pulling it upwards.
[11] Remove the accessory [1c] [1f] from the safe connection point
• Push the grey button and move the slider upwards until it snaps in place.
• Push and hold the button on the accessory down. Pull the accessory out of the Safe Connection Point.
TIP:
You can use the handle [10a] in the connection point when changing your accessories.
[12] Attaching the bicycle arm to the bicycle
• Securely attach draw bar & safety strap prior to use. Ensure that the trailer is unloaded when attaching & disconnecting it to/
from your bicycle.
• Slide the bicycle arm onto the hitch [12a]. Insert the retaining pin [12b] through the hole in bicycle arm and close it. Verify that
the bicycle arm is securely fixed by pulling the bicycle arm. Wrap safety strap around bike frame and fasten hook to D-ring
[12c].
• Make sure that you put the safety strap around the chain stay [12d] or seat stay [12e] of your bicycle frame.
TIP:
When you are not using the bicycle arm you can store it in the trailer.
TIP:
When the safety strap is too long you can wrap it twice around the frame to ensure that the strap does not interfere with
any moving part of the rear wheel.
[13] Adjusting the push bar
• Turn the push bar release handle [2k] upwards to unlock the push bar [2a].
• Rotate the push bar to the desired position.
• Turn the push bar release handle downwards until you feel it locks into its end position and secures the push bar. Verify that the
push bar is locked by gently pushing the push bar down.
[14] Using the parking brake
• To engage: Push the parking brake pedal down. The trailer can move slightly back and forth due to the movement in the
adjustable suspension.
• To disengage: Pull the parking brake pedal until it releases. Push or pull the trailer slightly to make sure the brake is disengaged
at the wheels.
[15] Front covers and shades
• The Outback bicycle trailer has a plastic front cover [15c], a mesh front cover [15d] and an additional sun shade [15b]. To open
and close the front covers, use the zippers along the sides. To fix the sunshade use the Velcro. The front covers can be stored
into the front cover pocket [15a] when not in use.
• The top window of the exterior also has an optional sunshade. [15e]
TIP:
For heavy rain Hamax supplies a full rain cover.
[16] 5-point safety harness
• Seat your child and guide the arms through the opening between the shoulder [16a] and waist belt [16c]. Check that the
shoulder straps are aligned with your child’s shoulders. Adjust the height by sliding the buckles [16e] behind the headrest up or
