Chariot Carriers Cougar 1 Manuel utilisateur
COUGAR 1 & 2
USER GUIDE
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1 IntroductIon
1.0 Thank You 03
1.1 Manual Intended Use 04
1.2 Carrier Intended Use 04
1.3 Specications 04
2 Parts descrIPtIon
2.0 Included in the box 05
3 safety
3.0 Safety Introduction 06
3.1 Symbols and Instructions 06
3.2 General Safety Instructions 06
4 GettInG started
4.0 Unpacking Your Carrier 08
4.1 Included Components 08
4.2 Unfolding the Carrier 09
4.3 Folding the Carrier 09
4.4 Installing the Wheels 10
4.5 Removing the Wheels 10
4.6 Installing the Handlebar 11
4.7 Installing a CTSTM Conversion Kit 11
5 use & features
5.0 Setting the Parking Brake 12
5.1 Using the Two-in One Cover 13
5.2 Adjusting the Padded Shoulder Harness 14
5.3 Child Placement and Seatbelt 15
5.4 Using the Safety Wrist Strap 16
5.5 Adjusting the CASTM Suspension 16
5.6 Using the Sunshade 17
5.7 Using the Side Vents 17
5.8 Locating the Cargo Bag & Storage Pockets 17
5.9 Cargo Bag & Storage 18
6 addItIonal InformatIon
6.0 Accessories 19
6.1 Service and Care 19
6.2 Storage 20
6.3 Wear and Tear 20
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing a ChariotTM Cougar child carrier, This chassis is the key component of the world‘s premiere Child
Transport System (CTS). Your new CTS carrier offers superior quality, safety features and comfort.
PLEASE NOTE:
AllChariot™carriersaredesignedwiththeendconsumerinmindandtheirdesireformaximumexibility&
performance; in order to achieve this, the purchase of CTS conversion kit(s) is required allowing you to choose the
activityyoudesirewhilealsoeliminatingtheneedtopurchaseseveraldedicatedchildcarriers.TheveChariot™CTS
Conversion Kits available for sale from your local dealer are:
CTS Strolling Kit CTS Jogging Kit CTS Bicycle Trailer Kit CTS Hiking Kit CTS Cross-country Kit
Thule Child Transport Systems Ltd. retains all rights to this Owner’s Manual. No text, details, or illustrations from this
manual may be reproduced, distributed, or become the subject of unauthorized use for commercial purposes, nor may
they be made available to others.
Additional Manuals for using this carrier may be downloaded from www.chariotcarriers.com.
Great care has been taken in assembling this manual. Nevertheless, should you discover any errors, we would be
grateful if you could bring them to our attention.
North America Contact:
Thule Child Transport Systems Ltd.
105 - 5760 9th Street SE
Calgary, AB T2H 1Z9
Canada
Telephone:
1.800.262.8651
Europe Contact:
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1.1 manual Intended use
Who is this Manual intended for?
This Manual is intended for the purchaser and user
of the carrier, who is also responsible for keeping
it in proper condition, carrying out maintenance as
prescribed and performing repairs.
When using this carrier with the Bicycle Trailer Kit,
please also follow the owner’s manual of the bicycle
usedfortowingandthespecicationsthereregarding
the maximum allowable full load for the bicycle.
1.2 carrIer Intended use
Use as intended
The carrier is intended for use within the
performancerangesspeciedforthecarryingof
childrenindaylighthours,onsidewalks,lighttrafc
public roads, and smooth paths.
Luggage may also be carried in the storage bags
intended for that purpose, provided the children in
the carrier are not put at risk.
1.3 sPecIfIcatIons
If the child carrier is used in conditions of poor
visibility, at dusk or in the hours of darkness, it
ishighlyrecommendedtobettedwithasafety
approved working light set.
As part of the recommended use, you should also
follow this Owner’s Manual and comply with the
prescribed maintenance requirements.
Use not recommended
Any use that goes beyond the above is not
recommended.
Use not recommended is primarily the conveying of
people together with animals, use of this carrier on
rough off-road terrain, use for commercial purposes,
overloading, excessive speed and improper repair
ofdefectsormodications.
The manufacturer is not liable for damages arising
from use that is not recommended – this is at the
risk of the user.
Cougar 1 Cougar 2
Maximum Load Carrying Capacity including passenger(s) 34Kg/ 75lb 45Kg/ 100lb
and cargo combined
Number of child(ren) 1 2
Dimensions without handlebars (Length x Width x Height) 89 x 69 x 86 cm 90 x 82 x 86 cm
35 x 27 x 34 in 35 x 32 x 34 in
Dimensions folded (Length x Width x Height) 107 x 61 x 27 cm 107 x 80 x 27 cm
42 x 24 x 11 in 42 x 31 x 11 in
Weight of child carrier without CTS™ conversion kits 11 kg/ 24 lb 13 kg/ 28 lb
Maximum body height of passenger(s) 111 cm / 44 in
Head / helmet must not stick out of the carrier frame
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INTRODUCTION
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PARTS DESCRIPTION
PARTS DESCRIPTION
Included
A. Cougar 1 or 2 chassis
B. Adjustable Height Handlebar
C. 2 - 20" Aluminum wheels
D. 2 in 1 weather cover
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SAFETY
The safe use of this child carrier is vital to the
enjoyment of it. For that reason it is extremely
important that you familiarize yourself with the
safety instructions in this manual and follow
them whenever you use this child carrier.
3.1 symBols and InstructIons
This owner’s manual uses warnings and notices throughout
to emphasize safety and optimal use information.
3.2 General safety InstructIons
• Readtheseinstructionscarefullybeforeuseandkeep
them for future reference. Your child’s safety may be
affected if you do not follow these instructions.
• Neverleaveachildunattendedinthischildcarrier.
• Putontheparkbrakewheneveryouparkthischildcarrier.
• Donotcarryextrachildrenorbagsonthischildcarrier.
• Thischildcarrierwillbecomeunstableifthe
manufacturer’s recommended load is exceeded.
• Donotusewithchildrenwhoexceedtheweight
limitations.
• Whenusingthischildcarrierwithonlyonechild,the
child should be seated in the center seating position.
• Theuserofthischildcarriermustbeawareof
exposure hazards such as wind chill and heat
exhaustion, either by less active children in prolonged
exposure in colder temperatures, or by extended
periods in warmer temperatures without adequate
ventilation or hydration.
NOTICE
Notices provide additional instructions to make
using the product easier.
WARNING
Warnings provide instructions critical to the
safe use and operation of this child carrier.
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in an accident, potentially causing
serious injury or death to you and/or your
passenger(s).
SAFETY
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• Donotallowanyofthechild’sbody,clothing,shoe
laces, or toys to come into contact with moving parts.
• Caremustbetakenwhenfoldingandunfoldingthis
childcarriertopreventngerentrapment.Ensure
children are clear of any moving parts, otherwise they
may be injured.
• Donotinstallacarseatoranyotherseatingdevicenot
approved by Chariot Carriers Inc. on this child carrier.
• OnlyuseChariotCarrierInc.approvedrackproducts
otherwise this child carrier will become unstable if any
other parcel bag or rack is used.
• Itisunsafetouseanyaccessoryproductswhichare
not approved by Chariot Carriers Inc.
• Donotuseanycleaningsolventsonthischildcarrier,
clean only with mild soap and water.
• Makenomodicationstothischildcarrier.
• Donotusethischildcarrieronstairsorescalators.
• Donotusethischildcarrieraroundornearanopen
reorexposedame.
• Areectorthatcomplieswithlocalregulationsshallbe
visible on the rear of this child carrier when it is used
for cycling.
• Beforeeachride,ensuretheattachedchildcarrier
does not interfere with braking, pedaling, or steering of
the bicycle.
• Neverrideabicycleatnightwithoutadequatelighting.
Obey all local legal requirements for lighting.
SAFETY
WARNING
This product is not suitable for skating.
WARNING
This product is not suitable for running unless
a CTSTM Jogging Kit is attached.
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GETTING STARTED
4.0 unPackInG your carrIer
A. Opentheboxapsandremovethestaples.
B. Remove the handlebar from inside the box.
C. Lay the box on its side on a clean, sturdy surface.
D. Slide the carrier and wheels out of the box.
(See image 1)
E. Remove and discard all packaging materials.
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4.1 Included comPonents
Verify that your carrier was packaged with the
following items:
• CougarChassis
• Two-in-OneCover(onChassis)
• Handlebar
• Two20inchWheels
• TheOwner’sManual
NOTICE
This child carrier is not packaged with any
CTS™ conversion kits. These kits are sold and
packaged separately.
NOTICE
Store your carrier and its components in a safe
dry place so that when they are needed, they
are in the best possible condition.
GETTING STARTED
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4.2 unfoldInG the carrIer
A. With one hand on the upper frame and the other
hand on the carrier axle, pull the two halves apart.
(See image 1)
B. With one hand on the upper frame and the other
hand on the Click n' Store™ bracket, pull the back
frame rearward until the auto-lock disc engages.
Repeat for the other side of the carrier.
(See image 2)
C. Verify that the carrier’s frame is locked by giving the
left and right back frame a push forwards.
4.3 foldInG the carrIer
A. With one hand, pull or release the auto-lock disc on
one side of the back frame. With the other hand, push
forwards on the Click n' Store™ bracket. Repeat for
the back frame on the other side of the carrier.
(See image 3)
B. With one hand on the upper frame and the other
hand on the carrier axle, push the two halves together.
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WARNING
Care must be taken when folding and
unfolding this child carrier to prevent nger
entrapment. Ensure children are clear of any
moving parts, otherwise they may be injured.
WARNING
Ensure that all the locking devices are
engaged before use.
GETTING STARTED
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4.4 InstallInG the Wheels 4.5 removInG the Wheels
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WARNING
Before each journey make sure that both of the
wheels are securely locked in the carrier axle.
A. Press and hold the wheel release button on the wheel.
B. Insert the wheel axle into the carrier axle.
(See image 1)
C. Release the wheel release button.
D. Press the wheel fully into the carrier axle.
E. Verify that the wheel is securely attached to the
carrier by giving it a sharp pull.
F. Repeat for the other wheel.
G. Using a tire pressure gauge check the air pressure
in each tire. The minimum recommended tire
pressure is 30 psi (2.1 bar) and the maximum is 35
psi (2.5 bar).
H. Ifairpressureistoolowineitheroneofthetiresll
them up using a bicycle tire pump.
A. Press and hold the wheel release button on a wheel.
(See image 2)
B. Pull the wheel out of the carrier axle.
C. Repeat for the other wheel.
GETTING STARTED
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