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Robin

OWNER’S MANUAL

This manual contains safety, assembly, use and maintenance

instructions. Read these instructions carefully before use and keep

them for future reference. Your child’s safety may be affected if

you do not follow these instructions. The InStep Bicycle Trailer

must be assembled by an adult who has read and understands the

instructions in this manual. Keep the packaging away from children

and dispose all packaging before use.

TWO SEAT BICYCLE TRAILER

Do not return to store. Call toll free 1-800-242-6110

for assistance

and replacement parts.

Keep instructions for future reference.

Summary of Contents for Robin

Page 1: ...e affected if you do not follow these instructions The InStep Bicycle Trailer must be assembled by an adult who has read and understands the instructions in this manual Keep the packaging away from children and dispose all packaging before use TWO SEAT BICYCLE TRAILER Do not return to store Call toll free 1 800 242 6110 for assistance and replacement parts Keep instructions for future reference ...

Page 2: ...ervice hours are 8 00 AM 5 00 PM Monday through Friday CST You may also reach us through the following Phone 1 800 242 6110 The Web www instep net Email info instep net Address 4730 East Radio Tower Lane Olney IL 62450 Important Do not return the product to the store Please contact customer service at 1 800 242 6110 for assistance and replacement parts ii InStep Robin Trailer ...

Page 3: ...py 8 Extend and Secure the Tow Bar 9 Attach the wheels 11 Insert the safety Flag 11 4 TRAILER ATTACHMENT 12 Attaching to a Bicycle with quick release axles 15 5 USING THE SAFETY HARNESS 17 Using the Safety Harness with Two Children 17 Converting the Safety Harness for One Child 18 Using the Safety Harness with One Child 19 6 DISASSEMBLY AND STORAGE 20 7 WARRANTY 23 InStep Robin Trailer iii Content...

Page 4: ... locked screws tight before using the product Use caution to avoid pinch points when folding or unfolding the trailer Never allow children to assemble fold or disassemble the trailer CHILD WARNINGS Each child must wear a certified helmet The maximum weight capacity per child is 40 lbs The total weight children and cargo in the trailer cannot exceed 87 lbs Do not use with children who exceed the we...

Page 5: ...ure the fasteners are tight Tighten if necessary Over inflation of tires may result in failure and risk of serious injury Do not exceed maximum pressure as shown on tires If necessary inflate the tires to within the range shown on the tire sidewall Always use a foot or hand pump to inflate the tires The safety flag and reflectors must be in place Do not use the trailer without the safety flag and ...

Page 6: ...e maximum weight that can be carried in the rear storage area is 5 lbs Attach a rearview mirror on the bicycle to check on the child children in the trailer CARE To clean the trailer use only mild soap and water Do not use cleaning solvents Routinely check that all fasteners and equipment wheels reflectors flag etc are tight and properly assembled Check the tire pressure often The recommended tire...

Page 7: ...ole Clear plastic windows Front panel Canopy Back panel Tow bar Bicycle coupler Safety strap Zip in zip out bug screen Safety harness system Elastic bands for weather shield Storage area Note The following accessories can be ordered from www instep net Additional Coupler Kits includes coupler plate tab washer and locking pin ...

Page 8: ...evices are engaged before use Note The trailer comes with the frame collapsed and the side walls folded down The front and back panels are tucked under the side walls Pull the front panel out from under the side walls to expose the front of the frame Notice the locking spring pin holes on each end of the frame Figure 3 1 Front panel 3 Assembly UNFOLD THE FRAME Locking spring pin hole WARNING 5 InS...

Page 9: ...ring pins insert into the holes on both ends Be sure the frame is securely locked together Figure 3 2 Lift the right side wall up into a vertical position Figure 3 3 InStep Robin Trailer 6 2 Right wall Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 3 Side rail Side rail Locking spring pin in hole ...

Page 10: ...e towards the crossbar latch Figure 3 4 Lock the crossbar into the crossbar latch Figure 3 5 Check the crossbar is locked into place by pulling up and down on it Figure 3 5 7 InStep Robin Trailer Left wall 4 Figure 3 4 Release button Crossbar Crossbar latch Lock 6 5 Figure 3 5 ...

Page 11: ... of the trailer snap the first set of snaps from the canopy to the frame on both sides Figure 3 7 InStep Robin Trailer 8 Back panel Pull the back panel up and over the crossbar Figure 3 6 Snap the panel closed Figure 3 6 7 8 Figure 3 6 Figure 3 7 1 ...

Page 12: ... located at the back of the frame Figure 3 8 Roll the weather shield up into the bands at the top of the canopy if you are not using it Figure 3 8 EXTEND AND SECURE THE TOW BAR Place the trailer on its side with the tow bar facing up Remove the locking pin from the tow bar bracket Figure 3 9 9 InStep Robin Trailer Figure 3 8 Figure 3 9 2 2 3 1 4 ...

Page 13: ...e frame Figure 3 10 Insert the locking pin completely through the hole in the end of the tow bar and bracket Slide the end of the metal safety loop over the end of the locking pin Check the locking pin is securely in place Figure 3 10 InStep Robin Trailer 10 Locking pin Safety loop 3 4 Figure 3 10 5 ...

Page 14: ...ot securely locked in place may fall off the trailer and cause serious injury or death Always check the wheels are securely locked in place before use Important The safety flag is an important safety feature that warns others a trailer is present and on the bicycle Always have the safety flag on the trailer when in use Assemble the flag pole sections by sliding the top half of the pole into the op...

Page 15: ...s or quick release Note Remove the coupler plate and tab washer from the end of the tow bar before proceeding Place the tab washer on the axle Fit the tab into the slot on the bicycle frame dropout Note If your bicycle frame doesn t have a slot in the drop out rotate the tab to fit into the axle slot Figure 4 2 Using a wrench remove the hub nut and washer from the bicycle s back wheel Figure 4 1 W...

Page 16: ...rtical position with the large hole down Align the pegs on the back of the plate with the holes in the tab washer Figure 4 3 Place the hub nut and washer back on the axle and tighten Figure 4 4 Coupler pegs Coupler plate large hole Washer Hub nut Figure 4 3 Figure 4 4 ...

Page 17: ...king pin Check that it is securely in place Figure 4 7 Wrap the tow bar safety strap around the bicycle frame and clip it to the ring on the end of the tow bar Figure 4 8 Coupler plate Tow bar Locking pin Safety loop Safety loop secured to pin Note Figures 4 5 4 8 are top views looking down on the tow bar Figure 4 5 Figure 4 7 Figure 4 6 Bicycle frame Safety strap clip Tow bar ring Figure 4 8 Safe...

Page 18: ...gure 4 9 Remove the axle skewer and spring Leave the wheel in place Figure 4 10 Slide the axle skewer through the coupler plate and tab washer Figure 4 11 The hook on the tab washer must face towards the wheel hub The bell of the coupler plate must face out The wide end of the spring must face out touching the lever 1 2 Figure 4 9 Figure 4 10 Figure 4 11 3 ...

Page 19: ...kewer and tighten Fit the tab on the tab washer into the slot on the bicycle frame dropout Rotate the quick release lever up and close fully and tightly Ensure the coupler pegs are inserted into holes on tab washer When properly tightened the quick release lever should leave an imprint in your hand The pressure should be firm but not excessive Figure 4 13 Follow step 5 8 on page 13 Figures 4 5 4 8...

Page 20: ...he center strap between the child s legs Place the shoulder straps over each child s shoulders and fasten the clips onto the center strap D ring Important Adjust the straps and D ring so they meet at the child s stomach Bring the waist strap across both children s hips and fasten the buckle in between the two children Tighten as needed Figure 5 1 To remove the child from the trailer Unfasten the c...

Page 21: ...safety harnesses Figure 5 2 CONVERTING THE SAFETY HARNESS FOR ONE CHILD Clip the left shoulder strap from the right set of safety harnesses into the center D ring Then snap the right shoulder strap from the left set of safety harness into the center D ring Figure 5 3 InStep Robin Trailer 18 1 1 2 Figure 5 2 Figure 5 3 ...

Page 22: ...Bring the waist strap across the child s hips and fasten the buckle Tighten as needed Figure 5 4 To remove the child from the trailer Unfasten the clips from the lap buckle Pull the straps away from the body and remove the child from the trailer 19 InStep Robin Trailer Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out Always properly secure the passenger s with the safety harness It may be dangerou...

Page 23: ... clip on the safety strap from the tow bar ring and unwrap it from the bicycle frame Clip the strap back onto the D ring of the tow bar Figure 6 1 Figure 6 1 Remove the locking pin from the tow bar coupler Figure 6 2 Remove the tow bar from the coupler Insert the locking pin through the end of the tow bar and secure it with the safety loop If desired leave the coupler on the bicycle wheel hub for ...

Page 24: ...in b Remove the locking pin from the axle and pull the wheel out of the hole in the frame bracket c Slide the locking pin back into the frame hole Remove the locking pin from the tow bar bracket Figure 6 4 Remove the flag pole and separate the flag pole sections Figure 6 3 1 Figure 6 3 2 3 Figure 6 4 ...

Page 25: ...e tow bar and bracket Figure 6 5 Unsnap the back panel remove the crossbar fabric and press the crossbar release button Rotate the crossbar down into the trailer interior Figure 6 6 Place any loose items such as the canopy and wheels inside the passenger compartment Store in a dry place Important If the storage area is hot then release the some air from the tires This will help prevent excessive e...

Page 26: ...nary wear and tear abuse misuse neglect theft or damage due to accident PACIFIC CYCLE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY PERSONAL INJURIES DAMAGE TO OR FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER LOSSES DUE TO ACCIDENT ABUSE MISUSE ALTERATION NEGLECT NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR IMPROPER ASSEMBLY IMPROPER FIT IMPROPER MAINTENANCE OR USE OF UNAUTHORI...

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Page 28: ...tured for Pacific Cycle Inc A Division of Dorel Industries Pacific Cycle Inc 4902 Hammersley Road Madison WI 53711 2016 Pacific Cycle Inc InStep is a registered trademark of Pacific Cycle Inc www instep net Made in China Printed 2016 ...

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