Getting Started - Installation - Hamax AVENIDA Manual Del Usuario

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 Avenida (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] Fold down the wheel guards
• Simultaneously push the wheel guard to the front of the trailer and fold it down until it locks into place [4a].
[5] Unfolding the trailer
• Pull the push bar [2a] to bring the top frame up. Be careful the fabrics do not get stuck on the upcoming frame parts.
• Bring the tubes together until the folding locks [5a & 5b] hook the tube at the rear of the frame.
• Verify that the folding mechanism is locked by trying to push it back down.
• Always lock the push bar before using the trailer [12].
[6] Folding the trailer
• Ensure that the push bar is unlocked [12].
• Push the folding locks [6a] up and [6b] down until the tube with the push bar release handle [2i] is released from the hooks.
• Gently push the top frame down into its folded position and fold the fabrics into the trailer.
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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]
[7] Mounting the quick release wheels
• Ensure that the parking brake is not engaged [2f] and that the wheel axle [7a] is clean.
• Press the push button [7b] and insert the wheel axle into the socket. Verify that the wheel is securely fastened by pulling the
wheel.
[8] Mounting the safety flag
• Put the flag pole [8a] in a socket in the hinge of the push bar. There are 2 sockets [8b] on each side so you can have the push bar
stay up or store it in the luggage compartment. Place the flag pole on the side of the bicycle trailer that is most exposed to the
road.
USE
[9] Using the stroller wheel
• To attach: Push the button [9a] and slide the pin of the stroller wheel [1e] into the stroller wheel connection [2e]. Release the
button. Pull on the stroller wheel to verify a secure connection.
• To remove: Push the button [9a] to unlock and pull the stroller wheel [1e ] out of the front connection [2e].
[10] Attaching the bicycle arm to the trailer
• Rotate the locking pin [10a] and remove it from the bicycle arm attachment [10b].
• Gently slide the bicycle arm [10c] into the bicycle arm attachment.
• Insert the locking pin all the way through. Rotate the locking pin to secure it with the clip. Pull on the bicycle arm to verify a
good connection.
[11] Attaching the bicycle arm to the bicycle
• Securely attach draw bar & safety strap prior to use. Ensure that the trailer is unloaded when attaching & disconnecting it to/
from your bicycle.
• Slide the bicycle arm onto the hitch [11a]. Insert the retaining pin [11b] through the hole in bicycle arm and close it. Verify that
the bicycle arm is securely fixed by pulling the bicycle arm. Wrap safety strap around bike frame and fasten hook to triangular
plate [11c].
• Make sure that you put the safety strap around the chain stay [11d] or seat stay [11e] of your bicycle frame.
TIP: When you are not using the bicycle arm you can store it in the trailer
TIP: When the safety strap is too long you can wrap it twice around the frame to ensure that the strap does not interfere with
any moving part of the rear wheel.
[12] Adjusting the push bar [2a]
• Rotate the push bar handle [2i] upwards to unlock the push bar [2a].
• Move the push bar to the desired position.
• Turn the push bar handle downwards until you feel it lock into its end position. Check if the pushbar is well locked by pushing it
down.
• Place the pushbar in its highest position when you go cycling [12a]. Do not forget to lock the push bar [2i].
[13] Using the parking brake
• To engage: Rotate the parking brake lever [13a] upwards until the button [13b] pops out and the lever is locked. You may need to
move the trailer slightly back and forth for the brake pin near the wheel to find its hole. Always be sure to check if the brake is
engaged by pushing the trailer.
• To disengage: Press the release button [13b] and rotate the lever [13a] down.
[14] Front covers and shades
• The Avenida has 3 front covers: a plastic cover [14a], a mesh cover [14b] and an additional sun shade [14d]. The plastic and mesh
cover can be fixed at the bottom using the buckles just above the frame [14c].
• To fix the sunshade use the velcro pieces [14e]: 4 for short or 6 for full length. To shorten the sunshade [14d], fold it and fix the
bottom velcro pieces to the top velcro pieces [14f].
• When not in use, the covers can be stored in the pocket [14g]. Close the pocket using the buttons to prevent the covers from
falling out during a ride.
[15] 5-point safety harness
• Seat your child and guide the arms through the opening between the shoulder [15a] and waist belt [15b]. Check that the
shoulder straps are aligned with your child' s shoulders. Adjust the height by sliding the buckles [15e] above the headrest up or
down.
• Connect the two shoulder strap buckles together and insert them into the center buckle [15c] on the crotch strap [15d] until you
feel it snap. Reduce the length of the crotch strap and the shoulder belts so that your child is securely tightened. Verify that the
safety harness is locked by pulling both shoulder belts.
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