Baby Trend Expedition LX Jogging Stroller

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Please follow all of these instructions to ensure the safety of your child. Keep these instructions for future reference.

WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death. Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use the safety harness and ensure that the child is properly positioned according to these instructions.

WARNING: Never leave child unattended.

• Purses, shopping bags, parcels, diaper bags or accessory items may change the balance of the stroller and cause hazardous unstable conditions.
• The maximum weight that can be carried in the basket is 5 lbs and in the parent tray is 3 lbs. Excessive weight may cause a hazardous unstable condition to exist.
• Be certain the stroller is fully erect and latched in the open position before allowing the child near the stroller.
• Use of the stroller with a child weighing more than 50 pounds, or over 42 inches tall, will cause excessive wear and stress on the stroller and may cause a hazardous unstable condition to exist.
• DO NOT use the stroller on stairways or escalators.
• DO NOT use the stroller with roller skates or in-line skates.
• It is recommended that the child occupant be at least 6 months of age prior to use of the stroller for jogging. Because children develop at different rates, please discuss the use of a jogging stroller with your health care provider prior to jogging with your child.
• Never allow your stroller to be used as a toy.
• To clean, use only mild household soap or detergent and warm water on a sponge or clean cloth.
• Check your stroller for loose screws, worn parts, torn material or stitching on a regular basis. Replace or repair parts as needed.
• Discontinue use of stroller should it malfunction or become damaged. Please contact our customer service Parts Hotline to arrange for repair or obtain replacement parts.

If you experience any difficulty with the use of this product or have a question regarding these instructions, please contact the Customer Service Department at (800) 328-7363 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Pacific Coast Time. Please do not return the product to the store as it cannot be re-sold.

Parts Identification

The following parts are included with the stroller:

• Stroller Frame
• Front Wheel
• Rear Wheels (x2)
• Fender
• Fender Screws
• Parent Tray
• Child Tray

Assembly Instructions

TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR STROLLER, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Attaching the Front Wheel:

1. Remove stroller from box. The front wheel, rear wheels, fender, child tray, and parent tray need to be installed prior to use.

2. To attach the front wheel, unfold the stroller as described in the following section. Lean the stroller backwards so that it rests on the handle and rear axle frame, with the front wheel forks pointing upward. The front wheel features a quick release attachment system (see Figure 3).

3. Slide the front wheel onto the front forks (see Figure 2). The quick release must be loose enough for the wheel to slide on, and the brake release lever must be in the open position (see Figure 6).

4. Line up the tab on the Holding Plate with the slot on the fork plate. With the wheel in position, tighten the finger nut on the axle until it is very close to contacting the fork (see Figure 4).

5. Rotate the lever to the closed position as shown in Figure 5. You should feel significant resistance when closing the lever, and the wheel should be held tightly. If not, open the lever, tighten the finger nut a bit more, and close the lever again. Continue this until the wheel is held tightly in the fork.

6. Close the brake release lever by rotating it toward the front of the stroller (see Figure 6).

Attaching the Front Fender:

1. The front fender is secured to the frame by the 5 screws provided.

2. Examine the bottom of the front fender; you will notice four 1/4 inch diameter plastic tubes protruding from the bottom (see Figure 7a).

3. These tubes must be lined up with the holes in the front frame assembly (see Figure 7b).

4. Line up the front fender and press onto the front frame assembly (see Figure 7c).

5. Insert the 5 screws through the underside of the front frame assembly into the front fender's plastic tubes. Tighten the screws only until snug (see Figure 7d). Do not over-tighten.

Attaching the Rear Wheels:

1. Lean the stroller forward to rest on the front wheel.

2. To attach the rear wheels, push each wheel's axle into the plastic corner fitting as shown in Figure 8. Lift upward on the plastic lever on the inside of the corner fitting as you push the axle into the fitting. When the wheel will not go on any farther, release the lever.

3. Check that the wheel has locked into the corner fitting by pulling on the wheel. If not locked, lift upward on the lever, push the wheel on farther, and release the lever.

4. Ensure that the wheels are firmly locked into place. Do not use the stroller if the wheels are not locked into place. Contact customer service immediately at (800) 328-7363, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PCT, for assistance.

Attaching the Front Child Tray:

1. Line up the male fittings of the child tray with the female fitting on the outside of the center joint and push inward (toward the rear of the stroller) until locked in place (see Figure 9A).

2. To remove the front child tray, depress the button on the underside of the male fitting and pull the tray outward to remove (see Figure 9B).

Attaching the Parent Tray:

1. Align the fittings on the ends of the parent tray with the fittings on the outsides of the handle.

2. Hook one end of the tray on so that the fitting on the handle protrudes from the hole in the parent tray.

3. Pull outward on the opposite end while pushing down on the tray until locked onto the stroller handle. Please be careful not to pinch your finger when installing the parent tray (see Figure 9C).

4. To remove the parent tray, pull outward on one end of the tray while lifting upward.

WARNING: Do not place hot liquids or more than 3 pounds in the parent tray. Serious burns or unstable conditions could result.

Canopy Operation:

1. To open the canopy, push forward on the front edge of the canopy while holding the rear of the canopy in place (see Figure 10).

2. To fold the canopy, pull backwards on the front edge (see Figure 11). The canopy must be in the closed position before folding the stroller.

Your stroller is now ready to use.

Child Securing and Seatback Positioning

To Secure the Child:

1. The shoulder straps of the 5-point harness have 2 attachment positions. Select the position that places the shoulder strap level with, or below the top of the child's shoulder.

2. Carefully place the child in the stroller seat and bring the safety harness around the child's waist and over the shoulders. Place the crotch strap between the child's legs. Insert the male end of each shoulder/waist belt into the buckle on the crotch strap. Tighten the harness to be snug around the child's waist and over the child's shoulders (see Figure 12a).

WARNING: Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use the safety harness.

STRANGULATION HAZARD: Child can strangle in loose straps. Never leave child in seat when straps are loose or undone.

3. To release the harness, apply pressure to both sides of each male clip until the clip is released (see Figure 12b). This process requires a moderate amount of effort to prevent accidental release by your child.

4. The jogging stroller also comes with a removable head support, attached by 2 hook and loop fasteners (see Figure 12c).

Seatback Positioning:

1. The seat has a multiple position recline controlled by a strap and buckle assembly behind the seat (see Figure 13).

2. To recline the seat, loosen the strap through the buckle and adjust to the required recline position (see Figure 14).

3. To place the seat back in a more upright position, press upward on the seat back with one hand while pulling the strap through the buckle with the other. The strap will lock automatically.

4. The upright position should be used only for a child that is at least 6 months old.

5. Always re-adjust the safety harness, including the shoulder belts, when repositioning the seatback.

Brakes

WARNING: Always set brakes when the stroller is not being pushed so that the stroller will not roll away. Never leave stroller unattended on a hill or incline as the stroller may slide down the hill.

1. To engage brakes, apply light downward pressure to the brake lever located on each rear wheel. The stroller may require slight forward or rearward movement to line up the teeth on the brake with each wheel brake cluster (see Figure 15).

2. Check that the stroller will not move and that both brakes are properly applied.

3. To release, gently lift up on the brake lever.

Canopy

The canopy features a ratchet system that allows the canopy to be moved forward or back to block the sun or wind. To adjust the canopy's position, push forward or backward on the canopy until it is in the desired position (see Figure 16).

Jogging with Your Stroller

Your jogging stroller has two safety features for use when jogging with your child:

1. Always connect the safety strap to either wrist when jogging. This strap will keep the stroller from rolling away in the event that you trip while running (see Figure 17). The safety strap must remain connected to the rear lower frame cross member at all times. This location is intended to prevent the stroller from tipping backward if you fall to the ground. The safety strap includes a Velcro attachment for storage on the left side of the stroller when not in use (see Figure 18).

2. The front wheel has a bicycle style caliper brake system designed to assist in slowing the stroller on a hill or in an emergency. Squeeze the brake handle to slow the stroller (see Figure 19). The hand brake is not to be used as a parking brake.

Folding and Unfolding the Stroller

To Fold Stroller:

1. Close the canopy as described in the canopy section above. Recline the seat by releasing the buckle as described in the seatback positioning section above.

2. The stroller is folded by simultaneously depressing the safety lock on the right side and the fold buttons located on the central joints (see Figure 20).

3. When the fold latches are released, the handle will begin to fall toward the floor. Release the fold buttons and press downward on the stroller handle until the stroller is completely folded.

4. Secure the stroller in the folded position by hooking the fold latch, located on the right side of the stroller, over the rivet that protrudes from the frame (see Figure 21).

To Unfold Stroller:

1. Stand the stroller on the ground with all three wheels touching the ground. Release the folding latch, which is located on the right side (see Figure 22).

2. Lift up on the stroller handle with both hands until the stroller frame is erect and locked in the open position (see Figure 23). The stroller has spring-loaded latches on both sides of the frame. Test that both latches are fully engaged prior to placing your child in the stroller.

Tires

Tires are shipped un-inflated. The tires should be inflated on a regular basis to between 20 to 25 pounds of air pressure. Always use a bicycle style hand air pump to inflate the tires.

The jogging stroller features bicycle tires for extended wear and ease of pushing. Just like a bicycle tire, the jogging stroller can suffer from flat tires. If you have a flat tire, you can use a standard bicycle tire repair kit to repair the tire or take it to a bicycle shop for repair. If you experience numerous flat tires, consider purchasing thorn-proof inner tubes. These can be purchased at bicycle stores or many national retail stores. The correct size to purchase is shown on the sidewall of the tire.

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Troubleshooting

Stroller Pulls to One Side:

The jogging stroller has no swiveling front wheels, which may cause it to pull to one side. This can be due to two causes, individually or in combination:

1. Tire Pressure: The stroller is sensitive to tire pressure. If the rear tires do not have equal pressure, the stroller will pull towards the side with lower tire pressure. Check that the rear tires have the same pressure. Add air pressure to a maximum of 25 pounds using a bicycle style hand air pump.
2. Front Wheel Alignment: The alignment of the front wheel can also cause the stroller to pull to one side. The stroller is designed so the front wheel can be adjusted to correct alignment problems. Refer to Page 3 for an expanded view of the front fork assembly. To align the front wheel, first loosen the wheel via the quick release handle (as in assembly step 2). Grab the front wheel directly in front of the stroller and push the wheel in the opposite direction of the pulling problem. You will notice the axle will move within the slot on the fork. Move the wheel a small amount. Retighten the quick release handle. Give the empty stroller a push across a smooth surface (let go of the handle) and note if it runs straight. Re-adjust the axle a small amount at a time until the stroller runs straight. A very minute movement of the axle will affect tracking. Once aligned, you can mark the holding plate position with a pen if you detach the front wheel regularly. The hole in the fork allows adjustment for pulling right, going straight, or pulling left. If difficulty persists, contact customer service at (800) 328-7363 for assistance.

Caliper Brake Does Not Slow the Stroller Down:

The jogging stroller is equipped with a bicycle style caliper brake. It is designed with a quick release lever for ease in detaching the front wheel. If you are experiencing inadequate slowing when applying the hand brake, ensure the quick release lever is in the down position (facing the front of the stroller).

If the quick release lever is in the closed position and you still have braking problems, the brake cable tension needs adjustment. This can be done in two ways:

• Fine Tuning Tension Nut: If the brake is slowing the stroller slightly, the cable tension can be fine-tuned via the tension nut located on the end of the brake cable just above the caliper. Turn the tension nut counter-clockwise to increase tension.
• Adjusting Cable Length: If at maximum tension nut adjustment you still lack adequate braking, adjust the brake cable length. First, return the tension nut to its factory setting by turning it clockwise until it stops. Loosen the cable clamp nut that holds the brake cable to the brake caliper. Squeeze the caliper together so the brake pads are just touching the rim of the front wheel. Pull the cable through the cable clamp nut until slack is removed. Retighten the cable clamp nut. Retest braking and fine-tune tension via the tension nut until adequate slowing is achieved.

Brakes are designed to be adjustable for brake pad wear. If you experience difficulty, contact customer service at (800) 328-7363 for assistance. Most bicycle shops can also perform this adjustment.

Flat Tire:

If you have a flat tire, you can use a standard bicycle tire repair kit to repair it, or take the tire to a bicycle shop. For frequent flats, consider thorn-proof inner tubes, available at bicycle stores or national retail stores. The correct size is shown on the tire sidewall.