InStep M3 manual Front Wheel Assembly, Adjusting the front side pull caliper brake

Step 4. Front Wheel Assembly

While stroller is still tipped back, attach the front wheel by loosening the wheel’s quick release

(Q/R) lever on the front wheel far enough to allow the axle to slide into the front fork (Figure D1). The front caliper brake Q/R lever should be in the open position so the front wheel can be inserted easily Into the front fork . With wheel’s Q/R lever in open position, hand tighten the cone nut until

almost tight, then close the wheel’s Q/R lever to lock wheel in place. Note this step may require minor adjustment until the Q/R lever flips back with firm pressure ( Figure D2 and D3). Pull outward

on wheel to ensure it is locked in place. Close the Q/R lever on the front caliper brake and spin the front wheel to check if the brake pads are properly aligned and not rubbing on the rim. If brake pad alignment is off, loosen the brake pad nut with an adjustable wrench, reposition pad and re-tighten the brake pad nut (See Figure D1).

NOTE: The alignment of the front wheel determines if the stroller will roll straight or veer to the right or left. In the event the stroller is veering to one direction, unloosen the front wheel’s Q/R lever, point the wheel in the opposite direction it is veering and retighten wheel’s Q/R lever. This may require a very slight adjustment to get your stroller rolling straight .

NOTE: The black hex nuts should be on the inside of the wheel next to the hub. These are factory set and should not require adjusting (See Figure D3).

Adjusting the front side pull caliper brake

Properly adjusted brakes require attention to this detail. It is normal for the brake cable to stretch over a period of time and you will find it necessary to periodically adjust the front brake. This can be done 2 ways: Micro adjustment- unloosen the locknut located next to the Micro adjustment screw, turn the micro adjustment screw out to move brake pads closer to the rim then re-tighten locknut (See Figure D1). Macro adjustment - unloosen the brake cable nut that holds the cable onto the caliper. With one hand hold the brake pads next to the rim of the wheel with the other hand pull firmly on the brake cable below the caliper brake While still holding the brake pads next to the rim re-tighten the nut with adjustable wrench. Use the micro adjustment to fine tune the position of the pads to the rim which should be about ¼” from the rim. Check adjustment by squeezing the front brake lever (See Figure D4)

Brake Pad	Brake	Brake Pad
Nut	Pads
		Nut
Closed
Open
	Lock Nut
	Micro Adjustment
	Screw
		Fig D1	Fig. D2

		Brake Cable
		Brake Cable
	Wheel Q/R	Nut
Cone Nut	Lever
	Black Hex Nut	Brake Pad
	(Do Not Adjust)
		Brake Cable

Fig. D3 Fig. D4