Hamax Ixplorer Bedienungsanleitung Seite 9

Bicycle safety
Before connecting the bicycle trailer to your bicycle, ensure your bicycle is suitable for towing a trailer according to the bicycle
manufacturer' s instruction and is equipped with well functioning brakes. It is recommended that the bicycle to which the trailer
will be attached undergoes a safety check by a qualified bicycle mechanic before attaching the trailer. Bicycle trailers pulled by
an EPAC can be restricted by law.
Riding behavior
When towing a trailer, your bicycle behaves heavier and less responsive due to the added weight. Familiarize yourself with this
behavior by practicing with a loaded trailer in a quiet area before entering crowded public roads with passengers.
Be aware that due to the weight of the trailer, your bicycle has a longer braking distance. Use caution when driving downhill, as
your bicycle will gain speed more rapidly.
Do not exceed the maximum speed specified in this manual and slow down when making turns and on rough roads. Avoid riding
over rocks, curbs or other obstacles that may cause the trailer to tip over. Using the trailer in unfavorable weather, road or traffic
conditions can result in unsafe situations. Always use good judgement when deciding if conditions are safe to use the trailer.
High visibility
For optimal visibility and safety in traffic, the multifunctional carrier has front (white), rear (red) and wheel (orange) reflectors.
Reflective piping is integrated in the outer fabric. When using the carrier as a bicycle trailer, you also need to apply the orange
safety flag for even better visibility [8]. Use the rear light that is included see [16].
Intended use
• the trailer is intended for transportation of children as specified in this manual on public roads with light traffic, sidewalks and
smooth paths. Hamax considers using the trailer in any other way as unintended use, including but not limited to:
• riding with excessive speed
• riding on rough off-road conditions
• using the trailer for commercial purposes
• transporting animals
• storing luggage in areas inside or outside the trailer other than in the trailer' s luggage compartment
• towing the trailer by motorized vehicles
• failing to comply with the instructions in this manual
GETTING STARTED - INSTALLATION
[1] Packaging content
• Trailer body (1x) [1a]
• Quick release wheel (2x) [1b]
• Bicycle arm (1x) [1c]
• Safety flag (1x) [1d]
• Stroller wheel (1x) [1e]
• User manual Hamax Ixplorer (1x)
[3] Attaching the hitch on your bicycle
• Remove quick-release or nut [3a] from the left side of your bicycle' s rear wheel axle. Place hitch [3b] between quick-release or
nut and frame. Put the quick-release or nut back on and tighten according to the bicycle manufacturer' s instructions.
• Point the hitch to the rear. Keep the alignment / angle between hitch and bicycle arm as straight as possible.
[4] Mount the wheel guards
• Place the two wheel guards [4a] in the 2 holes on the side of the frame. Fasten the screw [4b] from the bottom inside of the
frame. Use the allen key provided with the wheel guards.
[5] Unfolding the trailer
• Grab the rear frame [5a] inside the rear storage compartment [2k] and pull it backwards. While doing this you can push the top
frame [5b] forward.
• The folding locks [6a] lock automatically and you hear a clicking sound .
• Verify that the folding mechanism is locked by trying to push the rear frame forward.
• Insert the push bar [5c] into the pushbar connection [12a], push the pushbar buttons [12b] and push the pushbar in further untill
it locks. Place the pushbar in its highest position when you go cycling [12c].
[6] Folding the trailer
• Remove the pushbar while pushing the buttons [12].
• Pull both folding locks [6a] and push forward the frame untill it folds.
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[2] Product overview
• Push bar [2a]
• Front cover pocket [2b]
• Front cover [2c]
• Seat paddings [2d]
• Stroller wheel attachment [2e]
• Parking brake [2f]
• Wheel guard [2g]
• Bicycle arm attachment [2h]
• Push bar release handle [2i]
• Seat backrest rear [2j]
• Storage space [2k]