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Pr e-2004 d’Lite, Lite & Pr e-2005 Encor e Handlebar & Stroller W heel Supplement T o be used in conjunction with 2003 or previous model year Burley trailer Owner’s Instruction & Safety Manual. T able of Contents Page I. Introduction 2 II. Preparation for Installation 3 III. Handlebar Installation 3 IV . Using the Handle 6 V . Mount[...]
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2 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier I. Introduction Congratulations! With the W alk ’n Roller option you are able to stroll or jog with your kids – using your Burley d’Lite, Burley Lite, or Burley Encore tr ailer!. Y ou can enjoy years of maintenance-fr ee c ycling and strolling together , all in one neat package. Every[...]
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3 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier II. Prepar ation f or Installation The W alk ’n Roller requires the assembly and attachment of 3 components: handlebar , parking brake, and stroller wheel. T hese are covered in sections III, V , and VII. Each section has its associated par t list so that you may confi rm that you have r[...]
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4 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier NO TE: if you hav e a 2004 Encore, this step is not necessary . Locate the replac ement par ts for the roll bar catch and hinge , and their counterparts on the trailer (see the fi gure, top of next page). The “ catch” is located on the trailer ’ s right, the “hinge ” is on the le[...]
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5 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier Replace the roll bar into the new hinge. Use the pre-existing 1.5 inch hex bolt from the old hinge and the new jam locking nut provided . Tighten until the end of the bolt is fl ush or slightly protrudes beyond the nut. On the right side, remov e the old catch from the frame sa ving the Ph[...]
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6 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier Insert the Handle receivers, on right and left side using 1-1/8” bolts and locking nuts provided . The right and left receiv ers are side specifi c. Be sure to mount the receiv er that directs the handle upward towar d the back. IV . Using the Handle Install the handle from the rear of t[...]
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7 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier V . Mount W heel Piv ot Assembl y Par ts Included f or the Pivot wheel Assembly Attachment: (1) 1/4 x 2” hex bolt (1) Pivot Wheel Assembly (3) 1/4” locking nuts (3) 1/4 x 1” hex bolts (3) 5/8” washers T empor ar y Hitch R emoval Before installing the Wheel Pivot Assembly , the hitch[...]
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8 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier Re-Assembly with the Piv ot W heel • Slide the wheel pivot assembly ov er the end of the tongue so that the hole in the tongue lines up with the hole in the top as shown below . • Line the hitch connector hole #4 with those same two holes. • Run the 2-inch bolt provided through the d-[...]
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9 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier VI. Using the Walk n ’ Roller Wheel The wheel has two positions. One is f or use as a trailer , “bike” position. The other is for use as a stroller , “str oll” position. Before changing engage the parking brake. T o rotate the wheel, loosen the k nob , #1. This will loosen the tri[...]
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10 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier Clamp the brake assembly onto the frame tube as shown. The clamp should be oriented so that the bolt runs underneath the main frame tubing . F asten with the bolt and nut through the clamp , but do not tighten. Adjust the brake by sliding backward or forward as needed before tightening . Y[...]
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11 Burley W alk ‘n Roller Manual; models 2003 and earlier VIII. Safety Guidelines • Walk n ’ Roller must be operated by a responsible adult. • Wear str eet shoes. D o not wear roller or in-line skates, as you may lose balanc e or be unable to emergency stop . • Check handle is secure, button protruding through handle receivers . • Alway[...]
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IX. Maintenance Grease the wheel-pivot assembly twice a y ear (monthly under wet, dirt y , salty conditions). Use a standard grease gun with multi- purpose (thick brown, or green) grease and insert into the hole on pivot casing (1). Wipe clean all the old grease that fl ushes out. T his can be done by your local bike shop or gas station while you [...]