Chariot Carriers 51100442 manual Brake System, Inspection Adjustment Lubrication

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BRAKE SYSTEM

Introduction

Your jogging stroller comes with 2 separate braking mechanisms. The first braking mechanism is a foot activated parking brake that locks both wheels. The parking brake is located at the center of the axle and is activated by pushing the plunger down (Fig. 21). To deactivate the brake you must lift the plunger. The second braking mechanism is a hand activated caliper jogging brake that allows you to control the speed of your jogging stroller, but is primarily used as a parking brake when desired to prevent

the jogging stroller from moving. The brake system can be difficult to adjust properly without the proper tools and training. If you are unsure of

the brake adjustment, or suspect any problem, do not walk your jogging stroller. Take your jogging stroller to your Chariot dealer for service. If

you need more specific information regarding your brake system, contact your Chariot dealer.

THREE

Inspection,

Adjustment

& Lubrication

Inspection

 

Before every walk make sure your brake is working properly. Before every

 

walk check that the brake pads are in proper position (Fig. 22). Your rims are

 

part of the braking system, so keep them clean at all times. Check that there

 

is no oil, grease, or other dirt on the rims.

 

 

Every month check your jogging stroller’s brake cable and housing.

Fig. 21

Check the cable for kinks, rust, broken strands, and frayed ends. Check

 

the housing for bent ends, cuts, stretched coils, and wear. Replace any part of your brake

 

cable or housing which do not pass inspection.

 

Every month, inspect your brake pads for wear. Brake pads have shallow grooves in their

 

Brake pad aligned with

Pad and rim should be

the rim surface

parallel

 

 

Fig. 22

braking surfaces to channel water from the rim. If any of these grooves are less than 2 mm deep, replace the pads.

Adjustment

Adjust the brake pads so they are 1.5 mm to 2 mm away from the rim when the brakes are not applied. This is done by turning the barrel adjuster on the brake caliper (Fig. 23). To bring the pads closer to the rims, turn the adjusting barrel counter-clockwise. To move the pads away from the rim, turn the adjusting barrel clockwise.

If the pads cannot be adjusted close enough to the rim in this manner,

Pad fixing bolt

 

loosen the cable anchor bolt until the cable is loose. Screw the barrel

 

adjuster all the way in clockwise. Hold the brake pads against the rim,

 

and re-tighten.

Cable

To adjust the alignment of the brake pads, loosen the brake pad fixing

anchor

bolt and align the pad so that the pad surface and the rim surface meet

bolt

correctly (Fig. 22).

 

When adjustment is complete, tighten the pad fixing bolt. After the

 

brakes are adjusted, test the brakes by applying maximum braking force

 

to the levers. Ensure that the cable does not slip, that the pads close

 

toward the rim at right angles, and that the pads do not contact the tire.

QR

If you are unsure of the brake adjustment, or suspect any problem, do

Barrel

not walk your jogging stroller. Take your jogging stroller to your Chariot

adjuster

dealer for service. It is strongly recommended that adjustment of critical

 

 

 

Fig. 23

components such as brakes be done by your Chariot dealer.

 

 

 

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Contents Cavalier Congratulations Table of Contents Before your first use Before each use ChecklistIMPORTANT! Read Before YOU USE During each useMake sure you are familiar with your jogging stroller Before Your First USE ONEStroller Folding Folding the jogging strollerCheck your tire inflation Before Every USE ChecklistCheck that your wheels are straight Check your brakeGuide for Before Each USE Checklist ONECheck attachment of all wheels Safe UseRear wheel Test for wheel retentionKnow and observe your local pedestrian laws USE Safely During Every USE ONEGuide for Safe Strolling Wear a helmet Do not use unsafe jogging stroller practicesUse proper storage for your jogging stroller Keep your jogging stroller cleanAvoid leaving your jogging stroller out in the weather Safely transport your jogging strollerChild Safety and Restraint System ONE Guide for Safe UseTWO Periodic Maintenance ScheduleINSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT, and Lubrication Fabric and Fasteners Inspection Adjustment Lubrication IntroductionHandlebars Three InspectionInspection Adjustment Lubrication Brake SystemWheels Three Check attachment of all wheels Rear wheel Tracking adjustment Additional FeaturesAdjustable Sunshade Reclining seatParts List Cavalier1 Parts List Cavalier2 Limited Lifetime Warranty