Burley Tail Wagon - Manual (Page 2)

B U R L E Y T R A I L E R O W N E R ’ S I N S T R U C T I O N A N D S A F E T Y M A N U A L

Table of Contents
Introduction Pg. 3
Safety Guidelines Pg. 3
Hardware Bag Contents and Tool Lists Pg. 6
Mounting the Reflectors Pg. 6
Attaching the Wheels Pg. 6
Installing the Frame Pg. 7
Snapping the Fabric Sides and Ends Around Frame Pg. 7
Installing the Cover Pg. 7
Attaching the Tongue Pg. 8
Installing the Safety Flag Pg. 9
Hitching Your Tail Wagon ™ to Your Bicycle Pg. 9
Safety Checklists Pg. 10
Maintenance and Storage Pg. 11
Parts List and Diagram Pg. 12
Warranty Pg. 14
Congratulations!
You’ve just purchased a Burley ® trailer, the leading choice of discriminat-
ing pet trailer owners worldwide. Every effort has been made to ensure your
purchase is of top quality and proven design, ready to provide you with many
years and miles of happy, safe trailer use with your animal companion.
Because some of the features and guidelines for using
your Burley merit close attention, it is very important that you familiar-
ize yourself with the trailer by reading this entire manual before use. If
you have any questions, please contact your Authorized Burley Dealer or
check our website at www.burley.com.
IMPORTANT:
Introduction
Your Burley is shipped partially assembled from the factory. Initial assembly
should take about 15 to 20 minutes. Before using your trailer, be sure you
have a thorough understanding of how the trailer hitch operates. Make sure
the trailer wheels and hitch are securely attached. Once you’ve read the
safety guidelines, you’re ready to go!
Any reference to left or right is made in the direction of travel,
as if you were sitting on the bike seat looking forward.
NOTE:
Safety Guidelines
Bicycling with a trailer is different from bicycling without one, in ways which
aren’t always obvious. It is essential that you read and understand all of the
following safety guidelines—in addition to the warnings and instructions—
prior to using your trailer. Contact your Authorized Burley Dealer or Burley if
any of these instructions are unclear.
Bicycling with a trailer, and bicycling in general, can be hazardous.
Failure to observe any of the safety guidelines in this manual
could result in accident and serious injury or death.
WARNING
Use a Well-Maintained Bicycle and Trailer
Use a bicycle which is in good working condition, with good brakes. A fre-
quent safety check of your bicycle is essential. Inspect and maintain your
trailer before each ride and monthly, as outlined in the ”Safety Checklists” of
this manual. Have your Authorized Burley Dealer maintain and inspect your
bicycle and trailer if you are not qualified to do so.
Starting and Stopping
Because of the trailer’s additional weight, a bicycle pulling a trailer will be
slower to start and stop, and because of its length, requires more time to
cross streets or paths. Your entire vehicle is heavier and less responsive.
Think ahead and anticipate stops, turns, and starts. Experiment with your
pet in the trailer in an uncongested area to become familiar with how your
heavier, longer vehicle responds.