4
– 02|2017 – Subject to change.
Sportrex
Sportrex
Subject to change. – 02|2017 –
5
Introduction
Introduction
Proper use
The
Sportrex
was designed as a bicycle trailer and comes with an additional buggy and walker
function. For
Trailer mode
, use a tow bar with coupler to connect the trailer to a suitable towing
vehicle (bicycle or motorised pedelec with a maximum speed of 25 km/h). With the buggy wheel
attached, the
Sportrex
can be used as a child carrier in
Buggy mode
. In
Walker mode
you can use
it when jogging or walking.
The
Sportrex
is available as a one-seater (
Sportrex1
) or as a two-seater (
Sportrex2
) and should be
used exclusively for the private transportation for one or two children on paved routes. You can
also carry baggage in the compartments intended for that purpose, provided that you observe
the permissible weight limits and stow the baggage securely so that the load is evenly distributed.
During the journey, each child must be secured in the seat by a safety harness. If you are carrying
only one child in the two-seater, you must alter the harness arrangement as per the instructions
in the chapter
“Adjusting the safety harnesses (Sportrex2)” on page 23
so that the child is
seated securely in the centre.
The
Sportrex
fulfils all safety requirements of the European standard for bicycles and bicycle
trailers (DIN EN 15918). It also considers the wheeled child conveyances norm EN 1888. Use
as a bicycle trailer is permitted in darkness or in conditions of poor visibility only if a rear light
conforming to the road traffic regulations has been retrofitted to the back of the trailer.
It must not be used on unsurfaced ground, to transport baggage in the passenger compartment,
to carry animals or for commercial use. It is essential to observe the limit values specified in the
chapter
“Performance limits” on page 4
and to check them before every journey. In all cases,
the rider of the combination or the person using it in Buggy or Walker mode is responsible for
the proper use and roadworthiness of the
Sportrex
.
Performance limits
The
Sportrex
can only be safely used if you observe and adhere to the following performance
limits in every mode:
Requirements for passengers
Sportrex1
Sportrex2
Weights
Permissible total weight
(
Sportrex
+ ch luggage)
45 kg
60 kg
Maximum weight per child
22 kg
22 kg
Age
Minimum age (without baby seat)
The child must be able to sit up independently. For children
aged up to 18 months, we recommend using a comfort insert,
see
“Accessories” on page 12
.
6 months
6 months
Minimum age (with baby seat)
1 month
1 month
Maximum age
6 years
6 years
Size
Maximum height
118 cm
118 cm
Requirements for baggage
Sportrex1
Sportrex2
Storage space (behind bench seat)
5 kg
5 kg
The following additional restrictions apply to Trailer mode:
Requirements for the tow bar
Sportrex1 & Sportrex2
Permissible tow bar load range (on the coupler pocket)
3 – 8 kg
Minimum ambient temperature
-15 ° C
Requirements for the towing vehicle
Sportrex1 & Sportrex2
Vehicle type
Bicycle (also recumbent bicycle), pedelec
(supported for up to 25 km/h)
Maximum permissible speed
25 km/h; in curves max. 7 km/h (walking
pace)
Rear wheel size
20" – 29"
Notes on the user manual
This user manual provides you with information about all technical and safety aspects that you
require for mounting, using and maintaining the
Sportrex
.
f
Read the user manual in full.
f
Utilise the user manual to provide instruction for all users.
f
Always keep the user manual close to the
Sportrex
.
The following typographical elements are employed in the user manual to indicate the possible
danger sources or special information:
Danger!
Identifies notices pertaining to the Danger risk level. Indicates possible dangers that
can result in injury if the instructions are not followed.
Caution!
Identifies notices pertaining to the Caution risk level. Indicates possible dangers that
can result in material damage if the instructions are not followed.
Tip!
Identifies important information pertaining to the current subject. Indicates
alternative actions, other information sources or helpful tips.
All
stated positions
(left, right, front, back, top, bottom etc.) refer to the perspective of a viewer
standing behind the push handle and looking in the direction of travel. The tow bar is therefore in
front, the push handle behind.
In this user manual, the word
user
refers to the person transporting children with the
Sportrex
and making the necessary adjustments on the vehicle.
This user manual applies both for the
Sportrex1
and
Sportrex2
.
