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2.3. Fixing the Drawbar on the Bicycle
2.3.1. Fitting the Coupling Unit to the Bicycle
Please note:
When the Croozer is used as a trailer behind a bicycle, your own and your child’s safety depend on the coupling being pro-
perly fitted. Proceed therefore with special care. Never cycle with a coupling that is inadequately attached or not secured.
If in doubt ask your specialist dealer!
2.3.1.1. Bicycle with Full Axle
Always fit the drawbar and coupling on the left hand side in direction of travel!
Remove the left hand axle nut. Any spacers or plain washers can generally be
retained. Put the coupling unit on the axle and reattach the nut. Hold the coup-
ling unit horizontal throughout.
Detach the quick release and guide it through the coupling unit along with the
quick release axle. Push the quick release through the hollow axle again, attach
the nut and clamp the quick release with the correct prestress. (see also:
Section 4.1.2) At the same time align the coupling unit horizontally, along with the
quick release lever, so that the square drawbar connector fits on top. (see also
illustration 1 in Section 2.3.2).
Please note:
The axle nut must be tightened on the axle thread by at least 5 full turns, so that adequate clamping force is ensured.
A thread which is too short can lead to accidental loosening of the rear wheel and could cause a serious accident.
If in doubt ask your specialist dealer!
Please note:
The thread of the adjusting nut of the quick release must be tightened on the quick release axle by at least 5 full turns, so
that adequate clamping force is ensured. A quick release axle which is too short can lead to accidental loosening of the rear
wheel and and could cause a serious accident.
If in doubt ask your specialist dealer!
Tip:
For bicycles where the length of the standard quick release is insufficient, a special quick release with longer axle is available.
Tip:
For bicycles where the coupling unit for horizontal assembly as supplied does not
fit, a coupling unit for vertical assembly is available.
2.3.1.2. Bicycle with Quick Release Axle
