Burley-Solo TM OWNER’S INSTRUCTION & SAFETY MANUAL Contents Section Page Introduction 2 I. Hardware Bag Contents and Tool List 3 II. Install Wheel Reflectors 3 III. Attach the Wheels 4 IV. Install Rear Reflectors 5 V. Setting Up and Knocking Down Your Burley-Solo 6 VI. Using the Seat Harness 10 VII. Hitching the Burley-Solo to Your Bicycle 12 VIII. Trailer Maintenance and Care 14 IX. Safety Guidelines 15 X. Safety Checklists 21 XI.
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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.
III. Attach the Wheels First, verify that the tires are inflated to 30–35 P.S.I. Next, tip the Burley-Solo frame on its back end (black mesh). Plastic Wheels In the hardware bag, you’ll find the parts needed to install your plastic wheels: (2) 3/8" SAE flat washer (2) 3/8" SAE locknut Slide each wheel over its axle with the reflectors facing outward. Place a flat washer over the axle and secure the wheel with the locknut using a 9/16" wrench. Torque the axle nuts to 12 ft.-lb.
With wheels mounted, both reflectors must face outward. Failure to follow this instruction can reduce trailer visibility at night and cause accident and serious injury. IV.
V. Setting Up and Knocking Down Your Burley-Solo Setting up or knocking down your Burley-Solo is accomplished in a few easy steps involving the side rails, the roll bar and cover, the tongue, and the safety flag. Install Side Rails Ensure that all four of the plastic side-panel hold-downs (C-shaped) on the main frame are flipped to the outside of the Burley-Solo (see illustration below).
Take care that you put the proper side-panel assembly on each side with the correct side facing outward. The side rails slope gently toward the front of the Burley-Solo, each with the trademark “Burley” facing outward. Next, snap each side-panel assembly into place with the plastic side-panel holddowns at the front and rear of each side as shown on previous page. All four side-panel hold-downs must be snapped in place before using trailer.
side panels in the cargo area. Snap the mesh tailgate into place on the upper of the snap studs at the rear of the side rails. Ensure that the roll bar is properly installed by snapping the cover snaps onto the lower snap studs at the rear of your Burley-Solo, and snapping the cover snaps onto the snap studs at the front of the trailer. Note, that once the tongue is installed the cover must be carefully slipped over the end of the side rail inside of the tongue receptacle at the left front of the trailer.
Tongue Receptacle 1. Slide Tongue onto Pivot Pin 4. Anchor Lock Pin with Hairpin Cotter 3. Secure Tongue with Lock Pin 2. Rotate Tongue into Place 1. Slide the tongue onto the pivot pin at the left front. 2. Remove the hairpin cotter and lock pin from the front tongue receptacle, rotate the tongue up into place, and snap it into the two plastic tongue receptacles. 3. Secure the tongue by pushing the lock pin fully into the front tongue receptacle. 4.
Installing the Safety Flag Insert the safety flag pole into the vertical casing of the left side panel on the outside of the aluminum side rail. Note that the base of the flag pole slips into a pocket inside the vertical casing of the side panel. Knocking Down Your Burley-Solo Knocking down your Burley-Solo is basically the reverse of setting it up. Familiarize yourself with setting up the trailer as outlined in this section above. Pocket to Secure Base of Flag To knock down your trailer: 1.
Thread the shoulder strap thru the back of the O-ring located on the crotch strap and connect buckle (A) at opposite shoulder. Tighten as necessary. Adjust the crotch strap (B) so the O-ring is at the child’s sternum. Be sure to connect and tighten the lap belt (C) after connecting the shoulder strap. The straps and sliding buckles sewn to the backrest of the child seat are part of a self-adjusting system that keeps the shoulder straps at the correct height for children of various sizes.
the inside of the chain stay, 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.
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. VIII. 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.
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 avoid mildew. Nylon fabric will eventually fade, especially when exposed to direct sunlight. 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 nylon.
Loading Your Trailer Do not overload the trailer. Maximum trailer load limit for child and/or cargo is 60 lbs. When placing child or cargo into the trailer, keep the load centered or forward of the axle. Pack the load as low as possible and make sure items cannot shift around. Loose, heavy objects can injure passenger in event of a sudden stop or tip over.
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 allow a child or adolescent to pull your trailer because it is likely that they lack the necessary physical ability and judgement. No Headphones or Other Distractions Do not bicycle or stroll with headphones, radios, or other distractions.
Do not ride on surfaces where sand, gravel, ice, oil, or other slippery substances are present; if you must pass over slippery surfaces, walk your bike and trailer. Navigating Curbs, Stairs, and Escalators Never tow your trailer over curbs; rider must dismount and walk over any curbs. If you must traverse stairs, prevent a hazardous loss of control: have the child get out of the trailer and disconnect it from the bike; carefully roll your trailer and bike, independently, up or down the stairs.
when you consider the child’s inactivity sitting in the trailer—coupled with a potential windchill factor—an extra sweater or jacket may be needed for them to keep from getting too cold. Wear Helmets Numerous studies have shown that: • Head injury is the leading cause of bicycling fatalities; and, • Helmets prevent or reduce bicyclists’ head injuries. For safety, it is essential that both cyclist and passengers use approved bicycling helmets at all times. Don’t take chances.
Observe Age and Height Restrictions The trailer seat is intended only for children old enough to wear a helmet and sit upright alone. Your child must have adequate neck strength to hold his or her head up while trailering. Check with your pediatrician if you are unsure about your child’s ability to sit upright and hold his or her head up. Never carry a child whose sitting height (with helmet) is above the roll bar, because their chance of injury is significantly higher in the event of tip over.
X. Safety Checklists Before Each Ride, Ensure the Following: √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Wheels tightly attached Tire pressure 30–35 P.S.I. Hitch properly secured with safety strap in place Roll bar, tongue, and side rails securely attached Maximum load 60 lbs.
XII. Parts Lists & Drawings Note: Subassemblies are indented. Inquire for additional parts.
Your serial number is located on the top of the bag holder. Please have your serial number ready when requesting replacement parts.
About Burley Design Cooperative Burley has been supplying products to the bicycle industry since 1975. Burley products are designed and manufactured at our Eugene, Oregon shop. As worker-owners of our cooperatively owned business, we bring an uncommon degree of personal pride and attention to our work. Use our products with confidence and satisfaction! Burley Trailer Limited Warranty Burley will repair or replace any original equipment parts it determines to be defective for the life of the trailer .