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BEFORE

THE RIDE

• Release the brakes;

lift up on the red foot
levers, squeeze the
hand brake.

• Wrap the safety strap

around your wrist.

PASSENGER

LOADING

• Set the rear brakes to load or unload

the passenger.

• Lift child into stroller.

• Buckle the straps and tighten securely.

• Junction of straps must be at child’s

belly. Belts or buckles near child’s
neck can cause discomfort or serious
injury. Check child periodically.

• Never leave child unattended.

Absolutely-Must-Do

BEFORE-YOU-JOG 

CHECKLIST

 Tires must be properly inflated to recommended air pressure.

 Front wheel is installed correctly.

 Brake pads do not touch the tire—only the rim.

 Test front brakes by squeezing hand lever.

 Rear brakes engage and hold tightly.

 Load is within the limit of 75 lbs. (34 kg).

 Wrap the safety strap around your wrist when moving, or

when brake is off.

 Passenger is securely strapped into stroller.

 Bolts and fasteners are intact, and there is no damage to the

frame or fabric.

 Adequate supply of drinking water is on board.

 No bags or packages are attached to the handle. Never place

sharp or injurious objects into the seat’s back  rest pocket.

BEGIN THE RIDE

Before rolling, sit down with your passenger and make it clear that they may not bounce or rock from side to side.

Shifting of weight from one side to another can cause tip over and must not be permitted.

DURING

THE RIDE

• DO NOT allow any of child’s

body, clothing, toys or other
objects to come in contact
with moving parts.

• CHILDREN must not rock,

lean or bounce while sitting
or riding in stroller.

• DO NOT allow children to

play with buckles.

WARNING

Secure child safely inside the stroller before moving! Failure to

properly secure passenger may lead to serious injury or death!

Avoid serious injury or death from child falling or sliding out:

Always fasten seat belt/harness, and tighten all straps.

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Summary of Contents for Beetle

Page 1: ...ressure 6 Stroller Safety 7 Assembly Installation Unfold the Stroller 8 Wheel Installation 9 10 Handle Height 11 Brakes 12 Child Position Straps 12 13 Passenger Qualifications 12 CHECKLIST Before You...

Page 2: ...GED OR MALFUNCTIONS IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO THE ASSEMBLY OF THE STROLLER YOU SHOULD HAVE THE STROLLER ASSEMBLED BY A PROFESSIONAL BIKE SHOP OR QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN...

Page 3: ...l means wear reflective clothing and always use a light for both the front and rear of your stroller You will need a flasher if you are going to run at night Always make sure you have reflectors that...

Page 4: ...set the rear brakes when loading or unloading NEVER leave a child unattended DO NOT wear headphones while jogging with a stroller AVOID a busy road or highway that is unsafe for a child Run defensivel...

Page 5: ...hild to climb into the stroller at any time BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS In wet rainy or slick conditions observe the following safe handling procedures Your stopping distance will at least DOUBLE in wet or...

Page 6: ...se Using higher pressure tires will cause your stroller to become unstable creating the potential for tip over WARNING Never use the stroller with improperly inflated tires Failure to properly inflate...

Page 7: ...eds or downhill runs Keep your hands on the bar at all times Slow your pace and carefully maneuver the stroller through turns Papa Mama NEVER STRAP BAGS OR PACKAGES TO STROLLER HANDLE Extra weight on...

Page 8: ...ng from stroller and wheels 4 WITH BOTH RED KNOBS AT FOLD MARK 3 If you are having difficulty opening the stroller make sure the red knobs are turned completely to the FOLD position Turn knobs until t...

Page 9: ...ate while inserting until it snaps into the hub 8 There are two REAR wheels Insert wheel s post into the axle center The post should snap in and not pull out P U S H TO ADJUST BAR H E I G H T DO NOT M...

Page 10: ...by compressing the calipers and closing the lever Adjust brake pads until aligned to metal rim of wheel Do not allow the pads to contact the tire O P E N C LO S E Move lever to open position Tighten t...

Page 11: ...SAFETY STRAP IS NOT INSTALLED Anchor the strap to the frame at the rear axle 16 To open the canopy Release the canopy strap Open the canopy as far as it will go 17 Using two hands with firm pressure...

Page 12: ...bility to support his or her head and sit alone while riding in a stroller If the strap should come out of the buckle Thread the end of the strap through the back of the buckle Pass it through the fro...

Page 13: ...y need to adjust the straps until the junction is positioned correctly 21 TIGHTEN CROTCH STRAP Adjust the strap end until fit is firm Remember to position buckle at child s belly 20 Lift both red brak...

Page 14: ...when brake is off Passenger is securely strapped into stroller Bolts and fasteners are intact and there is no damage to the frame or fabric Adequate supply of drinking water is on board No bags or pac...

Page 15: ...completely to the FOLD position FOLD Pull up on the crotch strap and fold the stroller P U S H TO ADJUST BAR H E I G H T DO NOT MAKE ADJUSTMENTS WITH CHILD IN STROLLER 1 2 ONE KNOB AT A TIME LIFT the...

Page 16: ...ut of the improper use of its products In addition this Limited Warranty applies only to Yakima products and not to other products used in conjunction with Yakima products This Limited Warranty is in...

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