Burley FLATBED Manual de usuario

BURLEY FLATBED

Owner's Instruction

and Safety Manual

Contents

Section Page

Introduction 2

I. Hardware Bag Contents and Tool List 3

II. Mounting the Reﬂectors 3

III. Installing the Quick-Release Levers 3

IV. Attaching the Wheels and Tongue 4

V. Hitching the Flatbed to Your Bicycle 6

VI. Loading Cargo 7

VII. Trailer Maintenance and Care 8

VIII. Safety Guidelines 9

IX. Safety Checklists 13

X. Parts List and Drawing 14-15

Warranty 16

Burley Flatbed Owner's Instruction and Safety Manual

Congratulations!

You’ve just purchased a Burley®trailer,the leading choice of discriminating

bicycle trailer owners worldwide.Every effort has been made to ensure your

purchase is of top quality and proven design,ready to provide you with

many years and miles of happy,safe trailering.

IMPORTANT: Because some of the features and guidelines for using

the Burley Flatbed merit close attention, it is very important that

you familiarize yourself with the trailer by reading this entire manual

before use. If you have any questions, we encourage you to

contact your authorized Burley dealer.

Introduction

Your Burley Flatbed is shipped almost completely assembled from the

factory. This manual is written sequentially to assist initial setup.You need

only to install the quick-release skewers,mount the reﬂectors,and attach the

wheels.

Before trailering,be sure you have a thorough understanding of the trailer

hitch operation.Check to see that the trailer wheels and hitch are securely

attached.We again request that you read this manual from start to ﬁnish

before use,and then refer to it as necessary in the future.

NOTE: Any reference to left or right is made in the direction of

travel, as if you were standing behind the trailer looking forward.

When Loaning or Selling Your Trailer

If you loan or sell your Burley Flatbed,supply the new user with this manual.

They must familiarize themselves with all sections—especially sections

“VIII.Safety Guidelines”and“IX.Safety Checklists”prior to use.It is essential

that they understand the differences between riding a bicycle with a trailer

and without one.It is also essential that they understand correct wheel

attachment.

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I. Hardware Bag Contents and Tool List

IMPORTANT: Please verify that you have received all of the

contents listed. Do not proceed with assembly if any parts are

missing; contact Burley immediately for replacement parts.

Hardware Bag Contents

Reﬂectors: Quick-Release Levers:

(2) Rear reﬂector,red (2) Quick-release lever

(2) Self-tapping screw,reﬂector (2) Pair tie-down straps

Envelope: Tools Required:

Trailer Checklist 5/16",8mm or small adjustable wrench

WarrantyCard

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II. Mounting the Reﬂectors

Fasten the reﬂectors to the brackets located on the rear of the main

frame using the self-tapping screws found in the hardware bag.(Note the

designation“Top”on the back of each reﬂector.)

III. Installing the Quick-Release Levers

In the bag with the reﬂectors you’ll ﬁnd two quick-release levers.Install these

through the hollow axle of the wheel.Make sure the lever is on the ﬂat side

of the wheel,the thumb nut is on the deep-dished side,and the springs are

mounted on each side as shown in the illustration below.

The quick-release lever must

be on ﬂat side of wheel and thumb

nut on deep-dished side. This

ensures that the lever will be on

the outside when wheel is properly

installed.

Deep

Dish

Thumb

Nut

Quick

Release

Lever

Flat

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IV. Attaching the Wheels and Tongue

First,verify that the tires are inﬂated to 30–35 P.S.I.Next,tip the trailer frame

on its back end.If you are working on a rough or dirty surface,lay down a

cloth or other protective barrier to avoid damage to your trailer.Move the

quick-release lever to the unlocked position and place the wheels into the

dropouts,making certain that the axles go all the way into the slots.

IMPORTANT: Wheels are dished off-center and must be installed

so that tires are offset away from side rails, closest to outer frame.

Dished wheels are a unique feature from Burley; they create a

wider track, and thus a more stable trailer.

Once the wheels are fully seated in the dropout slots,the quick-release lever

should be positioned so that it operates in the fore and aft direction.The

lever is marked for open or closed positions.Tighten the right-hand wheel by

moving the lever from the front (open) to the rear (closed) position.Tighten

the left-hand wheel by moving the lever from the rear (open) to the front

(closed) position.Use the thumb nut to adjust for correct spacing of the

quick-release lever.

When properly adjusted,you will feel resistance halfway through tightening

the lever (when the lever is pointing straight out away from the trailer).If you

are unfamiliar with the use of quick-release levers,contact your Burley dealer

for a demonstration.

The quick-release lever

operates in fore-aft direction

(with lever below the axle).

The drawing shows left-hand

wheel in the closed position.

Open

Position

Closed

Position

The quick-release

lever and ﬂat side

of wheel must be

installed toward

outside of trailer.

Correct Wrong

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Make sure wheels are held securely; you should not be able

to rock or shift wheels. Improperly installed wheels can fall

off, causing accident and serious injury.

Safety pin must be locked in place before using trailer,

otherwise tongue could shift and cause accident and serious

injury.

Only use dished, 20 x 1.75 wheels supplied with Burley

Flatbed. Do not operate with tires inﬂated above 35 P.S.I.

Failure to comply can cause trailer tip over, resulting in

accident and serious injury to cyclist.

Swing Tongue and Hitch into Place

Tip your trailer frame on its back end.If you are working on a rough or dirty

surface,lay down a cloth or other protective barrier to avoid damage to

your trailer.Swing the tongue 180˚ forward,so that it snaps into the plastic

tongue receptacle at the front frame.Slip the safety pin through the hole in

the tongue receptacle to lock the tongue in place.Refer to the illustration

below for correct use of the safety pin.

LockedOpen

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V. Hitching the Burley Flatbed to Your Bicycle

The trailer hitch was

designed to quickly

and safely attach to

virtually all types of

bicycles.It is inserted

in front of the left

rear dropout of your

bicycle.

Loosen the knob

on the eyebolt until

the two arms are

spread fully apart.

Slip the lower hitch

arm under the chainstay (A) and the upper arm above the seatstay (B).(See

illustration above.)Wedge the hitch cone all the way back into the angle

formed by the stays at the wheel.Tighten the knob until the arms are ﬁrmly

clamped against the stays.Wrap the safety strap around the inside of the

chainstay,over the hitch body,and back to the D-ring at the end of the

tongue.

Make sure that the cone is wedged securely into the stays.The knob should

be ﬁnger-tight;do not overtighten.The hitch should not move,but should

allow the bicycle complete movement,including lying it down on the

ground.It should clear any racks,bags,or ﬁttings you have on your bicycle.If

there is any interference,contact your Burley dealer.

IMPORTANT: Remove trailer from your bicycle when it’s not in use to

prevent deforming the plastic hitch.

Do not operate trailer without hitch safety strap properly

installed. A dangling safety strap can contact spokes and

damage rear wheel or cause accident resulting in serious

injury.

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Hitch must seat properly into stays and not interfere with

racks, bags, or ﬁttings. Inspect hitch and tongue frequently

for damage or loose fasteners. Interfering parts or damaged

hitch can cause accident resulting in serious injury.

Do not use or store trailer at temperatures below 32˚

Fahrenheit as hitch rubber ﬂex connector can become brittle

and possibly break, causing accident resulting in serious

injury.

VI. Loading Cargo

Burley has created the Flatbed trailer to be a ﬂexible and useful tool,for

use in a variety of cargo applications.The trailer is not designed to carry

occupants of any kind (with the exception of pets that are secured

within a pet carrier that is securely fastened to the trailer.) This is a

ﬂexible platform utility vehicle allowing cargo of varying sizes and shapes.

The limitations depend on the operator's ability to properly secure cargo for

good performance and trailer safety.Cargo can be fastened by rope,cargo

tie-down cords,netting,or within a container that is securely fastened to the

Flatbed trailer.

Be Sure Cargo is Secure

When loading cargo on your trailer,always ensure that the load is adequately

fastened and centered on the trailer ﬂoor.Cargo needs to remain securely

fastened within the perimeter of the trailer.Do not permit cargo to extend

past the perimeter of the fabric ﬂoor on either side.Objects loaded too close

to the trailer wheels when stationary risk catching spokes or interfering

with wheels when the trailer is in motion.The area in front of the trailer

frame must also remain clear to avoid interfering with the bicycle's rear

wheel.Objects that extend beyond the back can obscure reﬂectors,cause an

unstable weight balance on the bicycle's rear wheel,or contact the ground

on uneven terrain (hills,speed bumps,driveways,etc.)

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Secure a Container First

When carrying smaller items,it is suggested that you fasten a sturdy

container to the trailer ﬁrst and then carefully load the items you wish to

carry.Use of a container simpliﬁes securing cargo,and reduces wear on your

trailer due to rubbing of edges of small items.

Center the load

It is important to center the load you are carrying.A load balanced front and

back will detract the least from bicycle handling.As weight is placed further

forward on the trailer,the rear bicycle wheel carries more load.If the load is

placed behind the trailer wheels,weight is removed from the bicycle wheel,

making the bicycle less stable.The weight center of your cargo is ideally

located over the center of the trailer's fabric ﬂoor.

Cargo must be secured and ﬁt within the fabric ﬂoor space

of the trailer, avoiding any contact with trailer wheels or the

wheels of the bicycle pulling it. Shifting cargo can interfere

with wheels causing an accident that can result in serious

injury or death. Weight limit: 100 lbs. Speed Limit: 15 m.p.h.

VII. Trailer Maintenance and Care

Hitch and Tongue Maintenance

Your trailer is designed for low maintenance and easy care.Clean and grease

the eyebolt threads on the hitch periodically to ensure that the eyebolt knob

can be properly tightened.

Because of ultraviolet degradation,we recommend that the hitch be

replaced every ﬁve years under normal use.In sunny or smoggy locations or

for trailers that are stored outdoors,the hitch should be replaced every two

to three years for safety.Replace your hitch or tongue if there are any signs of

damage—i.e.,cracks,dents,scratches.

IMPORTANT: For any eyebolt service other than lubrication, contact

your Burley Dealer.

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Fabric Care

Your Burley Flatbed is manufactured from tough,durable vinyl coated

polyester.The fabric is coated for waterproofness and is highly resistant to

fading.The fabric can be easily cleaned with any mild soap or detergent and

warm water.For more persistent soil,use a nylon bristle brush.When not in

use,store your trailer in a dry,well-ventilated area;wipe it dry before storing

to help avoid mildew.

To extend the life of your fabric,as well as the hitch and other components,

do not store your trailer in direct sunlight.Do not use bleach for cleaning,as

it will damage the fabric.

VIII. Safety Guidelines

Bicycling with a trailer is different from bicycling without one,in ways which

aren’t always obvious.It is therefore essential that you read and understand

all of the following safety guidelines—in addition to the warnings and

instructions in the previous sections—prior to using your trailer.Before

loaning your trailer to others,make sure they too understand its proper,safe

use.Contact your dealer or Burley if any of these instructions are unclear.

Bicycling with a trailer, and bicycling in general, can be

hazardous. Failure to observe any of section “VIII. Safety

Guidelines” could result in accident and serious injury or

death.

Use Well-Maintained Bicycle and Trailer

Use a bicycle which is in good working condition,with good brakes.A

frequent safety check of your bicycle is essential.Inspect and maintain your

trailer as outlined in section“IX.Safety Checklists”of this manual.Have your

Burley dealer maintain and inspect your bicycle and trailer if you are not

qualiﬁed to do so.

Starting and Stopping

Because of the trailer’s additional weight,a bicycle pulling a trailer will be

slower to start up and stop,and because of its length it requires more time to

cross streets or paths.Your entire vehicle is heavier and less responsive.This

means you should think further ahead in anticipating stops,turns,and starts.

Note that your trailer extends out further on the left;allow for this difference

when turning,passing pedestrians,or approaching obstacles (like posts

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on bike paths).We recommend you spend some time experimenting with

a loaded trailer in an uncongested area to become familiar with how your

heavier,longer vehicle responds.

Prevent Trailer Tip Over

Just like automobile and motorcycle trailers,bicycle trailers can tip over.

To avoid overturning:Do not pull your trailer over curbs or hit holes or

other obstructions in the road.Do not make high-speed turns or descents

when pulling the trailer.Always corner with caution at 5 m.p.h.or less,as

the trailer cannot lean into a turn the way a bicycle can.Do not under any

circumstances travel faster than 15 m.p.h.—all road irregularities and your

slowness to react are greatly magniﬁed.

Trailers can tip over causing damage to trailer and serious

injury to cyclists. AVOID causes of tip over, especially:

• Hitting potholes, curbs, other road

obstructions

• Taking turns too fast

• Sudden swerving

• Off-banked turns

• Improper wheel installation

• Improper tire inﬂation

Fit, Alert, Adult Pilot

To safely pull a trailer,you need to be a ﬁt,experienced cyclist.You must be

alert,have good sight and hearing,and adequate strength in your legs,arms,

and hands.Never let a child or adolescent pull your trailer because it is likely

that they lack the necessary physical ability and judgment.

No Headphones or Other Distraction

Do not bicycle with headphones,radios,or other distractions.You must be

able to hear surrounding trafﬁc,and concentrate on safe bicycling at all

times.

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