Owner’s Manual Date of issue: 07-2005 Cabriolet Corsaire XL Comfort Captain XL Cheetah Cougar CX
Table of contents 1. 1.1 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.2.1 1.1.2.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.1.6 1.1.7 1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.3.1 1.2.3.2 1.2.3.3 1.2.4 1.2.5 1.3 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.4 1.5 The Basic Unit .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Assembling the Basic Unit ............................................................................................................
8. General Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29 9. 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 Maintenance, Care and Storage of the Chariot CTS .......................................................................................................................... 29 Hitch Arm ...............................................................................................
1. The Basic Unit The assembled basic unit – example Corsaire XL Parts supplied: Folded passenger compartment, two 20" wheels, handlebar, parking brake. Transport safety lock (not Cheetah, Cougar and CX). 1.1 Assembling the Basic Unit 1.1.1 Assembling the passenger compartment of the Cabriolet, Corsaire XL and Comfort After releasing the transport safety lock press the rear of frame using one hand downwards, with the other hand push the body upwards.
1.1.2 Assembling the passenger compartment of the Captain XL 1.1.2.1 Unpacking and assembling the compartment for the first time This assembly step may only be carried out by a dealer assembling the trailer for the first time. On the Captain XL the upper frame tubes on each side of passenger compartment are of two-part design. So as to save space during transit from the factory to the dealer these tubes are not inserted together. protective cap Unpacled from the box, yet unassembled.
Final steps in assembly: At the clamp, pull tight the strap holding the tops of both side walls together, at the same time as applying pressure with the other hand from the outside. Pull tight the looped strap. Pull the 4 rear seat strap-fasteners tight. The "Captain XL" is now ready for sale, and from now on, any further folding or opening of the bicycle trailer will not entail reversal of the above steps. 1.1.2.
1.1.5 Wheel assembly on the Captain XL, Corsaire XL, Cheetah, Cougar and CX Put the basic unit on its side. Press on the rubber cap of the wheel axle and insert the clevis axle into the hollow axle until it engages. Repeat this on the other side. Check that the wheel cannot be pulled off! 1.1.6 Fitting the handlebar (for all models except CX) Push the handlebar into the upper open tube ends at the upper section of the carrier.
1.2 Functions of the Basic Unit 1.2.1 Seat and safety belt The frames of all Chariot models are stiffened by an additional cross brace, which also serves as an anchor point for the lap belts and for bracing the seat. This is important when one child is placed in the middle or for two children of different sizes as the reinforced seat is thus protected against sagging. With the tried and tested 5-point seatbelt system, children up to 5 years old are securely but comfortably strapped in.
Thread the end of the harness as shown through the belt buckles. Make sure you check the belt buckles are tight! Note: For small children the shoulder padding should be turned down at the top, otherwise the shoulder strap cannot be sufficiently shortened. If necessary, the lower connecting strap of the shoulder padding can also be unstrapped and the shoulder padding can be turned over there as well.
When fastened over the front the rear flap acts as a sun shield. In order to take off the 2-1 cover completely, the handlebar must be detached. Mesh cover in the back (Corsaire XL and Captain XL only). The model CX has tinted side windows that can be unzipped and detached. Tip: If both zips are half undone, the front half of the side window can be folded back and inserted behind the rear half. The floor covering of the Chariot Sport models Cheetah, Cougar and CX forms the seat cover too.
1.2.3 Parking brake 1.2.3.1 Fitting the parking brake on the Cabriolet, Corsaire XL, Comfort and Captain XL Loosen the securing nut of the parking brake using a 13 mm wrench. Put the passenger compartment on its roof (please use a suitable surface) and loosen both lock nuts off the brake bolts using an 11 mm wrench. These bolts are the ones which are located closest to the rear of the transporter.
1.2.4 Adjustable suspension on the Cougar and CX Chariot adjustable suspension (CAS): After loosening the knob it is possible to move the bracket, which surrounds both leaf springs. The more you slide this bracket towards the wheel axis, the stiffer the suspension becomes (see diagram containing weight details on the upper spring).
1.3 Folding the Basic Unit 1.3.1 Folding the Cabriolet, Corsaire XL, Comfort and Captain XL Auto-lock with release disks Releasing the disks of the auto-lock. To fold the base, release both disks simultaneously and push the W-frame forwards. Tip: Folding the transporter is easier with the parking brake engaged. To remove the wheels see paragraph 1.1.3 1.3.2 Folding the Cheetah, Cougar and CX To fold, release the locks on each side separately.
1.4 The Rain Cover (accessory, not supplied as standard) For each Chariot CTS a seamless rain cover is available. To fit the rain cover on the upper frame, remove the handlebar and push the two seals, which are welded round the holes of the rain cover (or the elastic loops, depending on the model) over the tube ends. Re-attach the handlebar (see section 1). Attach the rain cover on the lower frame exactly as the combi-cover, which is supplied as standard.
2. The Bicycle Kit The assembled bicycle trailer (base + bicycle kit) – example Cougar1 For your Chariot CTS there is a choice of three different bicycle hitch arms with different hitches. Fitting any of the hitch arms on the base takes no time at all and is the same for all hitch arms. Safety Recommendation: All aluminium hitch arms have been tested for safety by the manufacturers. These tests include functional tests as well as load and fatigue tests.
2.1 Fitting the Reflectors and Safety Flag When using the transporter as a bicycle trailer you must attach the front, back and spoke reflectors as well as the safety flag. Spoked wheels on the Corsaire XL, Captain XL, Cougar and CX Position the spoke reflector between two outer spokes and an inner spoke in such a way that the inner spoke lies in the guide slot of the reflector.
2.2 Fixing the Hitch Arm on the Base (all types of hitch arms) To insert the hitch arm depress the smaller knob and push the hitch arm in, until the big button engages (Nos. 1 to 4). Insert the securing pin into the rear hole of the hitch arm attachment bracket and push against the pressure of the springloaded ball as far as it will go.
Detaching the coupling Depress the securing pin of the Q.R. lever, open the lever, push the axle upwards and remove the coupling downwards. Remove the safety strap. 2.3.2 Fixing the hitch arm with Chariot axle hitch on the bicycle Parts supplied: Aluminium coupling for attachment on the rear axle; quick release skewer Fitting the hitch on a bicycle with quick release axle on the rear wheel Remove the existing quick release skewer. Loosen the nut of the Chariot quick release. Push the Q.R.
Attaching the trailer (identical for quick release axle and solid axle): Insert the hitch ball, which is attached to the hitch arm, from the front into the aluminium hitch cup. Pull the hitch ball to the end of the hitch cup. Push the securing pin from the top through both holes of the aluminium cup and secure the pin by pulling the hole of the elastic ribbon over the protruding end of the pin.
2.5 Safety Instructions for the Bicycle Trailer (see also section 8 "General Safety Instructions") • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 20 Before use read the User Guide carefully The bicycle rider must be older than 16 years. Before setting off, check that the trailer cannot come into contact with parts of the bicycle, such as pedals and brakes etc. Before setting off, ensure correct assembly of all components, in particular wheels and hitch arm.
3. The Jogging Kit Parts supplied: Jogging kit: 16” wheel and two wheel arms with ‘click system’ The assembled jogging stroller (base + jogging kit) – example Cougar1 3.1 Fitting the Jogging Kit Hold the wheel arm with the bar curving towards the centre of the transporter and the wheel slot pointing downwards. Push the arm into the hitch arm attachment bracket. To insert the wheel arms depress the smaller knob and push the wheel arm in until the big button engages. Push the Q.R.
Safety Recommendation: When using the carrier as a jogger always put the wrist strap, which is fastened securely on the left rear frame tube, around your wrist. This prevents the transporter from accidentally rolling. On the Cheetah, Cougar and CX you may conveniently attach the wheel of the jogging kit to the carrier if the Chariot CTS is to be used in any form other than a jogging stroller. Note: First of all draw the upper belt tight.
4. The Buggy Kit Parts supplied: Buggy twin wheels The assembled buggy (base + buggy kit) – example Cougar1 4.1 Fitting the Buggy Kit: protector, this means the wheel bolt is to be held tightly when turning off the star knob. When fitting the star knob all that is needed is that the buggy wheel be pressed hard on the ground by applying pressure on the hitch arm attachment bracket. Repeat this on the other side.
4.2. Safety Instructions for the Buggy (see also section 8 "General Safety Instructions”): • • • • 24 If you leave the buggy standing, always secure it with the parking brake. When pushing the buggy, always use the wrist safety strap. The brakes should not be used to control a rolling carrier to a halt.
5. The Hiking Kit Parts supplied: Drawbar with shoulder strap. The assembled hiker (base + hiking kit) – example Cougar1 5.1 Fitting the Hiking Kit: Push the short end of the drawbar into the attachment bracket. Once the holes of the attachment bracket and the drawbar are aligned with each other (the end of the drawbar is visible), push the securing pin from below through bracket and drawbar and lock it by pushing the clip over the pin.
6. The Skiing Kit (for the Corsaire XL, Cheetah, Cougar and CX ): Parts supplied: Skier and drawbar with waist strap The assembled sleigh hiker (base + skiing kit) – example Cougar1 6.1 Fitting the Skiing Kit: Fitting the skiing kit: Firstly, remove the wheel by pressing on the axle knob. Insert the skier into the hollow axle while depressing the axle knob and ensure that the axle safely engages. Slide the drawbar into the drawbar attachment bracket.
If required the waist belt can be adjusted tighter. To do this loosen one or both mounting bolts and screw them into the free grommets. The combined use of skiing kit and jogging kit allows it to be used as a sleigh hiker for pushing! 6.2 Safety Instructions for the Skiing Kit (see also section 8 "General Safety Instructions”): • • • • • • • Only an experienced skier should use the carrier with skiing kit.
7. The Walking Kit Parts supplied: Drawbar with waist strap The assembled walker (base + walking kit) – example Cougar1 7.1 Fitting the Walking Kit: The walking kit consists of the skiing kit drawbar and waist strap. Please follow the assembly instructions as for the skiing kit. (see section 6) 7.
8. General Safety Instructions: Irrespective of any special use, attention should always be paid to the following instructions: • • • • • • • • • • Do not try to make any alterations to the carrier that are not described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not exceed the maximum load of 45 kg (99 lbs.) for two-seater models and of 34 kg (75 lbs.) for the one-seater models. These loads include luggage. Only transport children under the age of seven (please observe the maximum load of 45 kg for the two-seater).
9.6 General Maintenance Look after your trailer. All aluminium parts, chrome or galvanised parts (including all screw connectors) should be regularly cleaned and protected using standard products for this purpose. Ask your specialist dealer about suitable products for protecting your trailor. 10. Warranty The statutory warranty covers defects. Damage resulting from improper use, use of force, lack of maintenance, or normal wear and tear, is excluded from such a statutory defect warranty.
Factors, which particularly increase wear on bicycle trailers and jogging strollers: Rims, hubs & spokes xx xx Baggage xx x x x xx xx Type of ride Degree of acceleration and braking xx x xx xxx xxx xx x xx xxx Fast cornering x Hitch arm, Clutch Brake cable (stroller) x Tyres*5 Brake pads (stroller) x x Windows x Passengers Seat xx Wear factors Loading of: Textile floors & side walls Fabric body Parts xxx Influence of UV rays xx*1 x xx xx the weather: Humidity
Date of issue: 07-2005 www.chariotcarriers.
