DUALLIE owner’s manual
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BOB is a company that produces high quality products designed to promote a healthy outdoor life-style. See www.bobgear.com for our
complete line of products. Before attempting to assemble or use your new stroller, read and understand these operating instructions
completely to ensure proper assembly and operation.
If you are unclear on any point, contact your dealer, place of purchase or BOB [toll free 1-800-893-2447] before use.
A list of dealers is listed on our website [www.bobgear.com].
For updates to this manual, our warranty and other recent product notifications, please visit www.bobgear.com periodically.
WARNINGS
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Never leave children unattended in the stroller.
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Always use seat harness to avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out.
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Never allow occupants to stand in stroller.
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Always use Wrist Safety Strap.
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Do not attach parcels or bags to the handle or frame of stroller except those recommended by BOB, as stroller can become unstable
and tip over.
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Do not place sharp objects in the seatback pocket as your child leans against this and can be injured as a result.
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When starting out and during use, always make sure the child’s hands and feet are away from wheels.
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Do not use stroller on stairs or steep inclines. Stroller can tip over, resulting in injury.
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Never pull a loaded stroller backward up stairs. Doing so could damage the suspension system – leading to frame failure and serious
injury to the user and/or the occupants.
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Use extreme caution when using stroller on uneven and/or unpaved surfaces as these conditions create additional hazards and can
lead to loss of stability and injury.
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Do not make any modifications to the stroller. Doing so voids the warranty and could lead to a dangerous condition and possible injury.
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Transportation of stroller requires protection to prevent damage to stroller components that could lead to an accident and injury.
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We do not recommend wearing roller skates or in-line skates while pushing stroller.
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The stroller is not equipped for use after dark. If you intend to use at night, we recommend installing a front and rear lighting system
available through your local bike shop.
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Failure to properly assemble or install the quick release wheels on this stroller may result in the wheels becoming detached while
moving and a subsequent loss of control, resulting in serious injury or death. (See sections 4 & 6)
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The parking brake is not designed as a stopping brake. The parking brake should not be used to slow or stop the stroller because doing
so could cause the stroller to stop abruptly, resulting in loss of control. The parking brake is intended to park the stroller on flat surfaces,
not on inclines. Never leave your children in the stroller unattended with or without the parking brake set!
.
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Never load or unload the stroller without the parking brake set. (See section 8)
The maximum weight capacity of the Duallie stroller is 100 lbs (45 kg) (occupant plus luggage weight). Do not exceed the maximum
capacity, as stroller will become unstable. (See section 11)
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Always jog with the stroller seat in the fully upright position. Jogging with the seat in reclined positions may result in a loss of stability
and injury. (See section 12)
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When seat is fully reclined, (Fig. 23) backward tip-over is more likely, and may result in an accident or injury, as seat and/or passenger
may contact ground before handlebar. (See section 12)
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Follow instructions and use care when folding and unfolding stroller to prevent finger entrapment. (See section 15)
BOB IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INJURY, DAMAGE, OR FAILURE THAT RESULTS FROM OWNER’S FAULTY ASSEMBLY OR
MAINTENANCE AFTER SHIPPING.
Handle Bar & Hand Brake Lever
Handlebar Release Lever
Seat Recline Adjusters
Canopy Drawstring
Sun Canopy
Seat Pockets
5 Point Safety Harness
Canopy Flap
Slider Latch
Foot Well
Seat Back Pocket
Shock Absorber
Fender &
Hand Brake
Assembly
Frame Release Handle
Shock Release Button
Wrist Safety Strap
Fig. 1
Anatomy of the
BOB Duallie
Stroller
Parking Brake
Low Boy
Swing Arm
Swing Arm Pivot
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Adjusting the quick release mechanism
Fig. 7Fender Screws
The wheel hub is clamped in place by the force of the quick release cam pushing against
one dropout and pulling the tension adjusting nut, by way of the skewer, against the
other dropout. The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut.
Turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating
increases clamping force; turning it counterclockwise while keeping the cam lever from
rotating reduces clamping force. Less than half a turn of the tension adjusting nut can
make the difference between safe clamping force and unsafe clamping force.
Fabric Screw
Fabric Screw
Fender Screws
Front Wheel Secondary Retention Devices
All 2007 and newer BOB Strollers have front forks which utilize secondary wheel retention
devices designed to help keep the wheel from disengaging if the quick release is
incorrectly adjusted. Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick
release adjustment. The secondary retention devices on your stroller are the integral
type that is formed into the outer faces of the front fork dropouts.
WARNING: Do not remove or disable secondary retention devices. As its name
implies, they serve as a back-up for a critical adjustment. If the quick release is
not adjusted correctly, the secondary retention devices can reduce the risk of the
wheel disengaging from the fork. Removing or disabling the secondary retention
devices may also void the warranty.
Fig. 8 Fender Installation
Metal Tab Hole
Cross Tube Hole
Brake
Mounting
Plate Hole
Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release
adjustment. Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism can cause
the wheel to wobble or disengage, which could cause you to lose control and fall,
resulting in serious injury or death.
Fender
Screw
Installing a Quick Release Front Wheel:
Fabric
Screw
Hole
a. Move the quick release cam lever so that it curves away from the wheel (Fig. 9). This
is the FULLY OPEN position.
Fender Hole
b. Insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly at the top of
the slots that are at the tips of the fork blades — the fork dropouts. The quick release
cam lever should be on the left side of the stroller (Fig. 11 & 12).
c. Holding the quick release cam lever in the OPEN position with your right hand as
shown in Fig. 11, tighten the tension adjusting nut with your left hand until it is finger
tight against the fork dropout.
Tension
Adjusting
Nut
FULLY
CLOSED
d. While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts, and at the
same time centering the wheel rim in the fork, move the quick release cam lever
upwards and swing it into the FULLY CLOSED position (Fig. 9 & 12). The lever should
now be parallel to the fork blade and curved toward the wheel. To apply enough
clamping force, you should have to wrap your fingers around the fork blade for
leverage, and the quick release cam lever should leave a clear imprint in the palm
of your hand.
(rotate to
adjust
clamping
force)
Conical Springs
WARNING: Securely clamping the wheel takes considerable force. If you can fully
close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for
leverage, and the quick release cam lever does not leave a clear imprint in the
palm of your hand, the tension is insufficient. Open the lever; turn the tension
adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn; then try again.
Quick Release
Cam Lever
FULLY
OPEN
Fig. 9 Front Wheel Quick Release Anatomy.
e. If the quick release cam lever cannot be pushed all the way to the fully closed position
parallel to the fork blade, return the lever to the OPEN position. Then turn the tension
adjusting nut counterclockwise one-quarter turn and try tightening the lever again.
10 mm Nut
Fig. 10 Caliper Brake Anatomy
Removing a Quick Release Front Wheel:
Brake Body
Barrel
Adjuster
a.
To remove the front wheel, open the brake quick release (Fig. 10).
Brake & Fender
Mounting Screw
b. Move the wheel’s quick-release lever from the locked or FULLY CLOSED position
to the FULLY OPEN position (Fig. 9). Your front fork has integral secondary
retention devices. Loosen the tension adjusting nut enough to allow removing the
wheel.
Lock
Nut
Brake
Quick
c. Raise the front wheel a few inches off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with
the palm of your hand to knock the wheel out of the front fork.
Release
Lever
Brake
Pad Nut
7. HAND BRAKE:
Brake Pad
The hand brake may be used to help slow or stop the stroller.
The hand brake is not a parking brake. (See section 8)
After installing the front wheel, the brake caliper will need to be placed in the closed
position. Close the brake quick release lever (Fig. 10) by squeezing the brake pads
against the wheel with one hand, then rotate the brake quick release lever in the counter
clockwise direction with your other hand until
points downward.
it
Fork
For the hand brake to work correctly, it is
critical that it be adjusted properly. Squeeze
the brake lever and verify that the brake
pads contact the rim as shown in Fig. 15.
If they are misaligned, use a 10mm wrench
to loosen brake pad nuts, slide pads into
correct position and tighten securely. The
cable tension is pre-adjusted at the factory
yet the brake cable will need periodic
adjustment (as the cable stretches slightly
and the black cable housing compresses
over time). To adjust cable tension, there
are two barrel adjusters in the brake
assembly (Fig.10 & 13). To tighten the cable,
loosen the lock ring and turn the barrel
Tension
Adjusting
Nut
Blade
Quick
Fork
Dropouts
Release
Cam Lever
Closed
Quick
Release
Cam
Lever
Open
Fork
Blade
Fig. 11 Front fork dropouts shown
with wheel in position. Adjust nut snug
with Quick Release in open position.
Fig.12 Quick Release in the closed
position and parallel to fork blade.
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adjuster in the counter clockwise direction. Secure the barrel adjuster in the new position
by tightening the lock ring against the caliper or brake lever body. There should be a
3/16”(5mm) clearance between the rim and brake pads as shown in Fig. 14. If gap is
not equal on each brake pad, the brake caliper can easily be repositioned on the frame
by loosening the caliper mounting nut (Fig. 15) with a 10mm wrench, adjust to the gap
shown in Fig. 14 and re-tighten the same nut. If you do not understand these instructions,
or feel the brake is adjusted incorrectly, take the stroller to your dealer for proper
adjustment. If your brake pads (Fig. 10) are worn, see your dealer for replacements.
Barrel Adjuster
Brake lever
Lock Ring
Brake Lever
Body
8. PARKING BRAKE:
The parking brake prevents the stroller from moving while loading and unloading.
The parking brake is not designed as a stopping brake.
Fig. 13 Hand Brake Lever Anatomy
WARNING: Do not use the parking brake to slow or stop the stroller because
doing so could cause the stroller to stop abruptly, resulting in loss of control.
WARNING: The parking brake is intended to park the stroller on flat surfaces, not
on inclines. Never leave your child in the stroller unattended with or without the
parking brake set!
Brake
Body
Tire
Rim
Brake
Pad
To set the parking brake, press the brake bar down into the locked position (Fig. 16)
with your foot on the red foot pedal – making sure the locking pin fully engages the
locking disk. To ensure the brake is set properly, attempt to roll the stroller fore and aft
after setting the brake. If the stroller will not roll, the brake is set properly. To release
the parking brake, lift up on the red foot pedal with your foot until the brake bar springs
up into the fully unlocked position (Fig. 17).
3/16” (5mm) Gap
Fig. 14 Clearance between brake pad & rim
9. AFOD:
10mm Caliper
Mounting Nut
With the stroller in the fully open position, attach the AFOD (Anti-Fly-Out-Device) around
the cross tube with the plastic buckle (Fig. 18), so the AFOD is between parking brake
and low boy cargo pouch. It is important that the AFOD is always properly secured when
using the stroller, as it is part of the child’s seat restraint system. It is however, necessary
to release the AFOD in order to fold the stroller.
10. SUN CANOPY:
The stroller features a two position canopy. To fully open the canopy, rotate the assembly
forward until the fabric is taut. The rear canopy flap should be freed from the Velcro to
give additional sun protection. To reduce the size of the sun canopy, pull the canopy
toward the handlebar. The additional fabric can be gathered by pulling the canopy
drawstring (Fig. 1) and securing the cord lock.
Brake Pad
Nut
Fig.15 Brake pads shown aligned to rim
11. SEAT SAFETY HARNESS:
Brake Bar
(Locked Position)
Locking
Pin
(Engaged)
WARNING: Set parking brake before placing child in stroller.
To secure your child in the seat, put one shoulder strap over each shoulder and snap
the male buckle into the female receiver on the crotch strap (Fig. 19). Adjust shoulder
straps to be snug and secure (Fig. 20). Connect the sternum strap (red), see Fig. 21.
WARNING: Never place passengers in the stroller without securing them in the
harness. Unrestrained passengers can affect the control of the stroller.
Locking
Disc
Passenger weight limit - 50 lbs (23 kg) per seat.
Red Foot Pedals
Passenger height limit - 44 in (112 cm).
For heavier and or taller passengers (closer to the maximum limits above), auxiliary
harness anchors may be utilized by unfolding anchor Velcro (Fig. 20), sliding ladder
lock buckles above anchors, and reconnecting Velcro to keep ladder lock buckles in
place.
Fig. 16 Parking Brake - Locked position.
12. RECLINING SEAT:
WARNING: Set parking brake before making any seat adjustments.
To partially recline seat, rotate the ladder lock buckles forward thus releasing the reclining
straps. (Fig 22)
To fully recline seat, unfasten side release buckles at seat back. (Fig. 23)
WARNING: When seat is fully reclined, (Fig. 23) backward tip-over is more likely,
and may result in an accident or injury, as seat and/or passenger may contact
ground before handlebar.
Brake Bar
(Unlocked Position)
Conditions that make backward tip-over more likely to occur:
.
Heavier and or taller passengers (closer to our maximum limits in this manual) make
Fig. 17 Parking Brake - Unlocked position.
AFOD
backward tip-over more likely.
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Adding weight to the seat back pocket (max weight 2 lbs. / 1 kg.).
.
Elevating the front wheel. Be careful when going up curbs, steps or other obstacles.
.
Pushing down on handlebar.
.
Jogging and or running. Always jog or run with the seat in the fully upright position.
.
Hanging items from handlebar. Items should not be hung from handlebar when seat
is in fully reclined position.
.
Using the stroller on uneven terrain and inclines.
.
To help prevent backward tip over, always hold handlebar.
Wrist
Safety
Strap
To raise the seat to the fully upright position, fasten side release buckles and pull the
reclining strap loops. (Fig. 22 & 23).
Cross
Tube
For additional head clearance in fully upright and partially reclined positions:
Fold panel at top of seat down against seat back and attach Velcro.
Fig. 18 AFOD Correctly Attached
Next, pull back on strap at top center of seat. Holding tension on strap, fold down and
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connect Velcro on seat back. This strap tension will keep the top of seat (padded panel)
perpendicular to the seat back. (Fig. 22)
Shoulder
Strap
WARNING: Always jog with the stroller seat in the fully upright position. Jogging
with the seat fully reclined may result in a loss of stability and injury.
Crotch
Strap
Buckle
13. SHOCK ABSORBERS:
The suspension system features two shock positions to provide a comfortable ride for
kids of different weights. The two positions are shown in Fig. 2. Position 1 is intended
for occupants up to 50 lbs. (23 kg; total weight of occupants and cargo), while position
2 is intended for occupants from 50 to 100 lbs. (23 to 45 kg) total. The stroller features
a metal shock bracket with a sliding track and spring loaded shock pin that automatically
locks in place when it aligns with either of the two shock positions. Shock position
adjustments should be made with the stroller unloaded. The shocks will lock into position
1 when unfolding the stroller. To use the stiffer shock position, move the shock from
position 1 to position 2 by depressing the shock release button (Fig. 2) with one hand.
With the other hand, lift slightly and pull the shock backward. When the shock pin is
properly aligned in position 2, the pin will “snap” into place. Repeat this process for the
second shock. To move the shock from position 2 to position 1, reverse the above
process for both shocks.
Fig. 19 Place straps over shoulders
and secure to buckle.
Auxiliary
Harness
Anchor
14. WRIST SAFETY STRAP:
The wrist safety strap is designed to help prevent the stroller from rolling away should
you lose your grip on the stroller. When using the stroller make sure the strap is securely
looped over your wrist.
WARNING: Always use Wrist Safety Strap. Failure to use the Wrist Safetly Strap
can result in loss of control, injury and death.
Shoulder
Strap
15. FOLDING:
Remove children from stroller. Remove the contents of the Low Boy cargo pouch, seat
back and seat pockets. Unbuckle AFOD strap (Fig. 18.) Press both the right and left
handlebar release levers (Fig. 3), and fold the handlebar forward as shown in Fig. 24.
Locate the frame release handle (red foam) underneath the seat (Fig. 25) and pull
upwards sharply. This will allow the lower frame to fold together, as shown in Fig. 26.
The folded stroller can be made even more compact by removing the front and rear
wheels. To remove the front wheel, open the brake quick release (Fig. 10), open front
wheel quick release, then pull the wheel forward (see section 6). Note that it is often
easier to open the brake quick release before you fold the handlebar. The rear wheels
are removed by releasing the parking brake (see section 8), and then opening the rear
wheel quick release (Fig. 4), and pulling each wheel directly to the side.
Fig. 20 Securely adjust shoulder straps.
Sternum
Strap
The Wrist Safety Strap can be used to keep the stroller in the folded position for transport
and storage. With the stroller folded, loop the end of the wrist safety strap around the
handlebar and back to the cross tube and fix the Velcro surfaces together (Fig. 27).
16. TIRE PRESSURE:
WARNING: Check tire pressure before every use.
Keep all tires inflated to 30 p.s.i.
Fig. 21 Connect sternum strap.
17. STROLLER CARE & MAINTENANCE:
Seat Reclining
Ladder Lock
Buckles
Additional head clearance:
Fold top panel,
connecting
Velcro
The fabric is 100% polyester with a stain resistant treatment that makes cleanup easy.
Use a sponge with a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water (maximum temperature
of 100 deg. F / 38 deg. C). Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove soap then air
dry. Do not use detergent.
Regular maintenance should include: Verifying tire pressure, verifying that all screws
and fasteners are tight, checking for any tears or excessive wear in the fabric seating
which could lead to an accident, and wiping parts clean with a rag. To reduce the
possibility of squeaks, periodically apply a small amount of lubricant (Triflow, 3-in-one,
or light sewing machine oil) to the pivot axles and interior faces of the pivot brackets,
as shown in Fig. 28.
pieces.
Next,
Pull strap
and fasten
Velcro
STORAGE:
Side Release
Buckles
(Fastened)
It is best to store your stroller indoors when it is not in use. This will prolong its attractive
appearance. Extended exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays can fade and damage the
fabric, tires, and plastic parts.
Fig. 22 Seat in fully upright position. (single seat shown)
CARGO:
The stroller is equipped with two small seat pockets for each child, two seatback pockets
and a Low Boy cargo pouch under the stroller. Adding weight to the seatback changes
the center of gravity of the stroller, and increases the possibility that it will tip over
backwards. For this reason, loads in the seatback pocket should never exceed two
pounds (1 kg). Although the seatback is padded, it is important to remember that this
is what your child leans against. Never place sharp or injurious objects into the seatback
pocket. Maximum weight capacity for Low Boy is 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
Reclining
Strap
Loops
Side
Release
Buckles
(Unfastened)
Fig. 23 Seat in fully reclined position.
(single seat shown)
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LIMITED WARRANTY
BOB Trailers Inc. takes pride in its workmanship and strives to manufacture the best
products possible. Therefore, we warranty our strollers against defects in material and
workmanship for the periods and parts set forth below, subject to the conditions listed
below. Since no product is indestructible, it does not cover defects attributable to or
resulting from normal wear, abuse or alteration.
.
Frame is warranted for 5 years.
.
Components and fabric are warranted for one year.
.
Warranty is only valid for the original purchaser.
.
Proof of purchase is required to exercise this warranty.
.
Labor and freight charges are not included.
Fig. 24
Stroller with handle folded
.
Normal wear, neglect, abuse, accidents, improper assembly or maintenance, or the
installation of parts or accessories not compatible with the original intended use of
the stroller, as sold, are not covered by this Warranty.
.
Warranty claims must be made through an authorized dealer.
.
This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective part. BOB shall
in no event be responsible for consequential or special damages.
.
Pull Up
Sharply
This Limited Warranty is the only express or implied warranty applicable to BOB.
Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness shall be
limited in scope and duration in accordance with this limited warranty.
STROLLER ACCESSORIES
BOB offers a complete line of accessories for your stroller.
Visit our website for full details, specs and images:
Red
Frame
AFOD
Release
Handle
HANDLEBAR CONSOLE
(Unbuckled)
At your finger tips storage for two water bottles or drinks and other small items. 4 Velcro
straps for easy attachment.
Fig. 25 Pull red handle upwards
sharply to fold swing arm.
WARM FUZZY
Warm Fuzzy Seat Insert -The ultimate in plushness & comfort. Thick, polypropylene
fleece will give you and your child a warm fuzzy!
WEATHER SHIELD
Your little one will be dry & comfortable in bad weather, strolling with the BOB Weather
Shield!
INFANT CAR SEAT ADAPTER
Allows quick attachment of leading brand infant car seats to your stroller so you don’t
have to wait to take your infant on a stroll with BOB! Once installed, easily folds with
stroller.
Fig. 26 Stroller in fully folded position
SUN SHIELD
Reduces up to 65% of solar heat and glare as well as UVA/UVB rays.
Also protects children from brisk winds and flying insects.
DIAPER BAG
Clips directly to all BOB single and Duallie strollers. Shoulder strap, changing pad and
removable waterproof insert included.
Handlebar
Allows you to carry everything, and the baby!
Cross
Tube
Wrist
Strap
Velcro
Fig. 27 Secure stroller in folded position.
Apply Lubricant
to Interior Faces
of Bracket
Apply Lubricant
to Axle
Fig. 28
Lubrication Points
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tracking instructions
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We have added an enhanced feature to our jogging strollers that allows
release lever is on the opposite
side, Fig. 3. Reinstall the front
wheel, secure the wheel and
brake quick release levers.
the customer to fine tune the tracking of their stroller. This document is
designed to supplement to the Owner’s Manual. Proceed with initial
setup and use of your stroller and only refer to this document if
you believe there is a tracking problem with your stroller.
b. Perform roll test again. If the
stroller still consistently pulls to
the left or right when pushed
straight, proceed to next step.
All fixed three wheeled vehicles can be easily influenced to deviate from
a straight path. In some cases strollers can have or develop a tendency
to pull to the right/left due to many different factors including tire pressure,
wheel installation, road conditions and manufacturing tolerances. If you
find your BOB stroller to significantly track or pull to the left or right during
use on flat terrain, follow the sequence of instructions below.
7) Fine tune tracking of stroller
is accomplished by using the
adjustment knobs shown in Fig.
4.
Tracking Adjustment Instructions:
Rotate axle 90o
The fine-tuning of desired tracking should be performed in the following
sequence.
If your stroller pulls to the
right, proceed as follows:
Fig. 2 Rotate Axle
1) Confirm the rear wheels are installed correctly. Refer to step 4 of the
Owner’s Manual for installation instructions.
2) Confirm the front wheel is installed correctly. Refer to step 6 of the
Owner’s Manual for correct installation instructions. When tightening the
quick release make sure the front wheel is pushed straight and equally
toward the back of the dropouts.
Wheel Reoriented
With Quck Release
Lever On Opposite
Side
3) Check the tire pressure, making sure the tire pressure is exactly the
same on all three tires.
4) Roll test the stroller as described below. It is recommended you have
someone assist with this task in order to catch and return the stroller.
Top View Of Stroller
Stroller pulls
to left
Fig. 3 Reorient Front Wheel
Wheel axles
perpendicular
to straight line
Stroller pulls
to right
a. Open quick release lever on
front wheel, step 6 in the Owners
Manual. It is not necessary to
remove the front wheel.
Front
Wheel
90o
16’
b. Turn the right knob clockwise
1-full turn, as shown in Fig. 5,
thereby pushing the right side of
the wheel forward. Retighten
quick release.
Fig. 1 Stroller Roll Test
Fig. 1 illustrates the roll test process.
a. Empty the stroller. Do not roll test with a child or any occupant
in the stroller.
c. Repeat Roll test. If stroller still
pulls to the right, repeat steps A
and B.
Left
Adjust Knob
(Fig. 6)
Right
Adjust Knob
(Fig. 5)
b. Find a location on level ground approximately 16 ft. long. It is helpful
to use an existing straight-line as a frame of reference such as the
edge of the sidewalk or a painted line in a playground.
If your stroller pulls to the left,
proceed as follows:
Fig 4. Adjust Knobs
c. Align the stroller so the rear wheels are perpendicular to the straight
line. Push and release the stroller trying carefully not to influence its
direction to the left or right so it rolls straight down the test path. This
step should be performed more than once to make sure the stroller
was not biased left or right by the pushing action.
a. Open quick release lever on
front wheel, step 6 in the Owners
Manual. It is not necessary to
remove the front wheel.
d. If the stroller consistently pulls to the left or right when pushed straight,
proceed with the steps below until tracking is satisfactory. Fig 1.
illustrates how to interpret the results.
b. Turn the left knob clockwise
1-full turn, as shown in Fig. 6,
thereby pushing the left side of
the wheel forward. Retighten
quick release.
Turn Knob Clockwise
1 Full turn
Reference convention: Left and right are described as viewed from the
operator’s frame of reference (behind the stroller). Example: The parking
brake lever is on the left side of the handlebar.
Fig. 5 Right Adjust Knob
c. Repeat Roll test. If stroller still
pulls to the left, repeat steps A
and B.
5) Rotate the front axle. Often tracking can be corrected by simply rotating
the front wheel axle.
a. Open the front wheel quick release, step 6 of the Owner’s Manual.
Rotate axle 90 degrees in dropout, Fig. 2 and retighten quick release.
b. Perform roll testing again. If the stroller still consistently pulls to the
left or right when pushed straight, proceed to next step.
6) Reorient the front wheel. Many times the tracking can be corrected
by removing the front wheel and flipping it around and reinstalling it.
Turn Knob Clockwise
1 Full turn
a. Open the front wheel and front brake quick releases, step 6 of the
Fig. 6 Left Adjust Knob
Owner’s Manual. Remove the front wheel and flip it around so the quick
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