Rescue 42 podRUNNER Owner'S Manual Download Page 11

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

PodRunner™

 

by

 

Rescue

 

42,

 

Inc.

 

PO

 

Box

 

1242

 

Chico,

 

CA

 

95927

 

Toll

 

Free:

 

(888)

 

427

3728

 

/

 

Business:

 

(530)

 

891

3473

 

www.ThePodRunner.com

 

 

Warranty 

We warranty this product to the original purchaser to be free from defect in materials and workmanship for one year 
from the date of purchase. Please note that all warranty claims must be accompanied by an original proof of 
purchase in the form of a purchase receipt or invoice and a written detailed description of the defect.  Any product 
or part found to be defective within that period will be replaced without charge provided that: (1) the product was 
not misused or overloaded; (2) no alterations or modifications were made; (3) its failure resulted from a defect in 
material or workmanship and not from normal wear expected in the use of this product; (4) the product or part is 
delivered, freight prepaid to Rescue 42, Inc.  Please contact Rescue 42, Inc. at (888) 427-3728 / (530) 891-3473 to 
get a return authorization number prior to return. Manufacturers only obligation shall be to replace such products or 
parts proved to be defective.  

Rescue 42, Inc. 
P.O. Box 1242 
Chico, CA 95927-1242 
Toll Free: (888) 427-3728 
Business: (530) 891-3473 
Fax: (530) 891-9255 
E-Mail: 

[email protected]

  

www.ThePodRunner.com 

  

 
  (

Contact Rescue 42, Inc. for a Physical/Shipping Address) 

 
No warranty is given for PodRunner™ products outside of the United States and Canada. 
 
This warranty is expressly made in lieu of any and all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties 
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Rescue 42’s sole liability to any purchaser is limited to the 
remedy set forth above.  In no event will Rescue 42 be liable for any lost profits, lost sales or for any consequential, 
direct, indirect, incidental, special or exemplary or punitive damages or for any other damages of any kind or nature. 
 
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations 
may not be applicable.  This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary 
from state to state. 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for podRUNNER

Page 1: ... payload the Pod securely attached to a scissor lift chassis with all terrain tires the Runner PodRunner mounts on any standard 2 trailer hitch and the scissor lift chassis enables one person to easily load and unload the unit from the hitch without lifting and then roll it to the destination PodRunner fits through standard doorways and can be used on elevators and escalators Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...er frame is in its completely raised position Always set the parking brake and deploy the wheel chocks before leaving a PodRunner In some cases even these devices may not be sufficient to prevent the PodRunner from rolling away You are always responsible for securing the PodRunner from unintentional movement It may be required by law and we strongly recommend using the PodRunner running and brake ...

Page 3: ...the vehicle if left unattended using a standard cable locking system as long as it does not interfere with the function and safety of the vehicle How to Attach a Pod Payload to the Runner s Upper Frame 1 The PodRunner upper frame has numerous 3 8 16 female threaded holes to allow you to mount almost anything to your PodRunner using 3 8 16 fully threaded bolts Wood or plastic sheets may be bolted d...

Page 4: ... before using and or attaching the PodRunner to your vehicle Your PodRunner includes 1 Scissor lift chassis with threaded inserts for mounting Pods 1 Adjustable Hitch Adapter with 1 PitchLok Pin 2 Hitch Pin 1 Set of wheel chocks 1 Owner s Manual Tools Needed 2 15 16 wrenches 2 1 1 8 wrenches 1 Anti rattle hitch pin recommended 1 4 pin adapter if necessary O R T Q S P Hitch Adapter O Mounting Box P...

Page 5: ...ins Make sure that the PitchLok Pins and associated holes are lubricated Next insert the PitchLok Safety Pin into the open hole directly above the Pitch Box If the Height Adjustment Post is at its lowest position and there is no hole available store the PitchLok Safety Pin in any hole below the Pitch Box This pin acts as a backup safety device should the PitchLok pins become damaged or loose Adjus...

Page 6: ... will need to perform this action when the weight of the PodRunner is just starting to transfer onto your hitch Too little weight and the PitchLok Pins won t drop Too much weight and it will be difficult to shift the weight of the PodRunner You may have to turn the Lift Handle to find the correct height to set the PitchLok Pins correctly Your PodRunner does not need to be exactly perpendicular to ...

Page 7: ... the pin holes to the UP position Reinsert both Leg Pins and secure the Pin Safety Springs To nest the Steering End wheels in the UP Position 1 remove both Leg Pins and the Steering Lock Pin 2 Rotate axle half way up then 3 rotate steering handle counter clockwise 180 Once the holes align 4 insert the Steering Lock Pin into the Lock Tab and continue to rotate the wheels into the UP Position 5 Rein...

Page 8: ...he effect of increasing the load on your hitch Hitting bumps too fast particularly with heavy PodRunners may cause damage to the PodRunner or your vehicle Adding weight to the rear of your vehicle with a PodRunner or any carrying device will lighten the front of your vehicle This may cause reduced friction between your front tires and the ground affecting steering control Use caution particularly ...

Page 9: ... the PodRunner for short trips then these adjustments are probably not needed Your Hitch Adapter will come preset to a common position for transporting an average amount of weight You have the ability to adjust both the Pitch and Roll of the PodRunner if needed To adjust the Pitch of your PodRunner the angle toward or away from the vehicle mount the unit on the vehicle using the directions in the ...

Page 10: ...f the chassis This grease acts as a lubricant and protects the screw from corrosion Do not use a WD 40 type of product on the Thrust Screw You must also use grease on the Mounting Pin the inside of the Hitch Adapter Mounting Hole the PitchLok Pins and associated PitchLok Holes When not in use it is recommended that the PodRunner be stored in a protected indoor area to protect it from the elements ...

Page 11: ...number prior to return Manufacturers only obligation shall be to replace such products or parts proved to be defective Rescue 42 Inc P O Box 1242 Chico CA 95927 1242 Toll Free 888 427 3728 Business 530 891 3473 Fax 530 891 9255 E Mail info ThePodRunner com www ThePodRunner com Contact Rescue 42 Inc for a Physical Shipping Address No warranty is given for PodRunner products outside of the United St...

Page 12: ...b Remote Field Monitoring Mobile Service Repair and much much more Be sure to check out our PodRunner website for additional product offerings Pod accessories pictures instructional videos and testimonials www ThePodRunner com We value your feedback Call us toll free at 888 427 3728 or e mail info ThePodRunner com if you have any questions about your PodRunner or would like to share your experienc...

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