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Read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference. Your pet’s safety may be affected if you do not follow these instructions. The Schwinn Bicycle Trailer must be assembled by an adult who has read and understands the instructions in this manual.
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Thank You For purchasing the Schwinn Pet Trailer. Enjoy hours of pleasurable exercise and pet-time fun. If you have any questions or comments our customer service hours are: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday CST. You may also reach us through the following: Web: www.pacific-cycle.com...
• Check the assembly (i.e.: crossbar locked, screws tight) before to riding using the product. • Make sure the tow bar safety strap is properly secured for • Never allow children to assemble, fold, or disassemble additional safety the trailer. Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
• Zippered bug screens and weather screen can be rolled up (fastened with elastic bands) or rolled down, depending on riding conditions. Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
(rolls up and fastens in elastic bands) Storage pouch Zippered bug screen Zippered pet door Bug screen side window (2) Washable liner Bicycle coupler Wheels (2) Safety strap Tow bar Tow bar locking pin Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
Locking bracket. Figure 3.1 ❷ Rotate the tow bar out and away from the trailer. The tow bar should be resting on the front of the frame. Figure 3.1 Tow bar bracket Figure 3.1 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
❶ Remove the caps from the ends of the axles. ❷ Insert the axle of the wheel into the hole located on the side of the trailer frame. Figure 3.3 Figure 3.2 Figure 3.3 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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❹ Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining wheel. Figure 3.5 slide the end of the safety loop over the end of the locking pin. Check that the locking pin is securely in place. Figure 3.4 Figure 3.4 Figure 3.5 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
Fold or unfold the trailer slowly using caution. • Keep children clear when folding or unfolding the trailer. • Ensure that all locking devices are engaged before use. Figure 3.6 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
❷ Lift the left side wall up into a vertical position. Figure 3.7 ❸ Lift the right side wall up into a vertical position. Figure 3.8 Figure 3.7 Figure 3.8 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
❶ Insert the top half of the pole into the opening of the bottom half of the pole. ❷ Insert the flag pole into the flag pole sleeve. Figure 3.12 Release button Crossbar latch Figure 3.9 Figure 3.10 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
❸ 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 4.3 Slot washer Figure 4.3 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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❹ Remove the locking pin from the coupler and slide the coupler ❻ Place the hub nut and washer back onto the axle and tighten. off the end of the tow bar. Figure 4.5 Incorrect coupler placement Coupler Washer Hub nut Figure 4.4 Figure 4.5 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
Figure 4.6 Inner Skewer Spring Outer Quick spring release lever Quick release lever and spring Figure 4.6 Figure 4.7 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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❻ Rotate the quick release lever up and tighten. When properly tightened, the quick release lever should leave an imprint in your hand. The pressure should be firm but not excessive. Quick release lever and spring Slot washer Figure 4.9 Figure 4.8 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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This reduces stress on the tow bar. Figure 4.10 from the wheel to prevent possible friction against the wheel and spokes of the bicycle. ❽ Insert the locking pin into the hole on the top of the coupler. Figure 4.10 Figure 4.11 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
Tow bar ring ❶ Wrap the tow bar safety strap around the bicycle frame. Figure 4.12 Bicycle frame Safety strap Safety strap Figure 4.12 Figure 4.13 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
• To get your pet used to the trailer, practice with frequent but shorter rides, in less trafficked areas to limit distraction for you and the pet Figure 5.1 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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Figure 5.2 screen zipped shut, rolled back and secured with the elastic straps. This will depend on the dog’s size and comfort. Figure 5.3 Figure 5.2 Figure 5.3 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
• Always fold or unfold the trailer slowly and with caution. • Keep children clear when folding or unfolding the trailer. ❶ Remove the flag pole and separate the flag pole sections. Figure 6.1 Release button Crossbar latch Figure 6.1 Figure 6.2 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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❸ Fold the left and right walls down. Figure 6.3 ❹ Remove the locking pins from the wheels. Pull the wheels out of the trailer frame. Figure 6.4 Figure 6.3 Figure 6.4 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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❻ Rotate the tow bar back into the frame. Insert the locking pin through the tow bar and frame. Secure the safety loop over the end of the locking pin. Figure 6.6 Figure 6.5 Figure 6.6 Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
Only use a foot or hand pump to inflate. • Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform routine safety checks on your bicycle before using with the trailer. • Routine bicycle maintenance is recommended to be performed every year. Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
To make a claim under warranty, notification of such defect must be given to Pacific Cycle, Inc. at 1-800-242-6110. You will be instructed on how the product or part needing replacement should be shipped, postpaid, to Pacific Cycle, Inc. Schwinn Pet Trailer • model 13-SC315...
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