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Pathfinder 

Trailer Bike 

Owner’s Manual

 

[Please keep this Owner’s Manual for future reference.  If you sell or give this product to someone, please include 
this Owner’s Manual, and ask the new owners to read the instructions completely before operating.] 

 

PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY: 

 

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Please read this Owner’s Manual completely before assembling or operating this product. 

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Assembly of this product should be carried out by an adult. 

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Parts are wrapped in paper or protective covering to prevent damage during shipment.  Remove all parts and 

packing materials from the box prior to assembly.  Save all packing materials until assembly is complete to 
make sure no parts are accidentally thrown away.  After assembly is complete, properly discard all waste.   

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Refer to the Parts List and Diagram on page two of this manual to make sure all parts are accounted for. 

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Do not return this product to the store!  If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact one of our 

Customer Service Representatives by phone at 1-800-242-6110, or by e-mail at 

[email protected]

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: 

 

   

WARNING Always wear an approved safety helmet when riding! 

   

WARNING

 

Never leave your child unattended on this product! 

   

WARNING This trailer bike is designed to attach to an adult bicycle with 26”, 27”, or 700C wheels!   

   

WARNING This trailer bike does not have a brake.  Make sure the adult bike brakes function properly! 

   

WARNING Recommended for ages 4 through 9!  Maximum weight capacity of rider is 75 pounds!

 

   

WARNING Make sure the child riding the trailer bike understands how to operate it correctly! 

   

WARNING Always use the safety flag when riding with this product! 

  

WARNING A bicycle with the trailer bike attached requires a wide turning radius!  Use caution when turning! 

   

WARNING Do not ride over curbs!  Avoid bumps and potholes!  Do not turn sharply!  

   

WARNING Before riding, check that all parts are assembled correctly per the manufacturer’s instructions! 

   

WARNING Tire should be inflated to the pressure reading shown on the tire sidewall!  Check before each use! 

   

WARNING Use a foot pump or hand pump to inflate tires!  Pressurized air hoses can cause overinflation! 

 

WARNING Do not ride at night!   

 

WARNING Do not ride barefoot! 

   

WARNING Do not ride in wet weather or when road surface is slippery!

 

   

WARNING Periodically re-check all fasteners to make sure they are tight!   

 

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY: 

 

 

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Adjustable wrench (or a 15mm wrench, a 13mm wrench, and an 8mm wrench)  

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6mm Allen wrench   

 

Summary of Contents for Pathfinder

Page 1: ...en riding WARNING Never leave your child unattended on this product WARNING This trailer bike is designed to attach to an adult bicycle with 26 27 or 700C wheels WARNING This trailer bike does not have a brake Make sure the adult bike brakes function properly WARNING Recommended for ages 4 through 9 Maximum weight capacity of rider is 75 pounds WARNING Make sure the child riding the trailer bike u...

Page 2: ... with your selection Although great care has been taken to assure the highest quality some problems may occur PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE To ensure prompt and correct handling of your problem or to answer any questions you may have please contact our Toll Free Customer Service Number listed below Please have the model number found on carton or manual and assembly instructions re...

Page 3: ...ove all contents from the carton Check to make sure nothing is left in the box 1B Unwrap all parts and compare them with the Parts List Make sure nothing is missing STEP 2 Extend the folding trailer arm 2A 2B 2A Extend the trailer arm until the flat plates meet and are flush If necessary flip the quick release tightening bolt out of the way 2B Rotate the shaft of the tightening bolt into the slot ...

Page 4: ...ely with the Allen wrench IMPORTANT NOTE As you tighten the screws alternate among all four to make sure they are tightened evenly When properly tightened the handlebar should not move STEP 4 Attach the handlebar foam then fold the trailer arm 4A 4B 4C 4D 4A Remove the cover from the foam pad and slide the foam pad over the handlebar crossbar so the opening is on the bottom 4B Wrap the cover aroun...

Page 5: ... STEP 6 Install the seat post assembly and adjust the seat 6A 6B 6C 6A Open the quick release lever loosening the seat clamp 6B Slide the tube of the seat post assembly into the frame seat tube to a depth of at least 2 1 2 inches WARNING Minimum insertion line must be completely inserted into frame and must not be visible 6C Adjust the seat to the desired height With the seat facing forward tighte...

Page 6: ...de to side or up and down 7C Slide the reflector on to the bracket post as shown STEP 8 Prepare coupler for attachment of trailer bike to adult bike 8A 8B Coupler Assembly 8C 8A Adjust the height of the adult bike seat to allow space for the coupler to clamp to the seat post Re tighten the seat post securely so it does not spin 8B Unscrew the four bolts on the coupler assembly that hold the seat p...

Page 7: ... the safety flag poles and plastic joiner Join the two poles by inserting one pole into each end of the joiner 10B Insert the safety flag assembly into the bracket next to the trailer bike s rear hub nut 10C The completed product should look like this Check the tire pressure and inflate to correct PSI reading indicated on the tire sidewall Re check all fasteners to make sure that they are all secu...

Page 8: ...3D 13A Slide the square coupler assembly tube into the seat post clamp 13B Align the holes in the coupler assembly and seat post clamp tubes and slide the quick release bolt through 13C Screw the nut over the threaded end of the pin and tighten with your fingers 13D Clamp the quick release lever all the way down STEP 14 Maintenance 14A Inflate tires with a hand or foot pump to the correct PSI read...

Page 9: ...PF001 Cut Here Cut Here Bike Trailer Accessory Order Form Model Item Cost Shipping Handling Quantity Amount PF001 PATHFINDER Coupler Kit 7 99 3 00 U S and Canada MN residents add 6 5 sales tax All prices are in US Canadian tax and duty are not included TOTAL AMOUNT OF ORDER How to Order Order accessories in one of four convenient ways 1 Mail this form with a check or VISA or Master Card number lis...

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