Baby Trend Expedition LX Jogging Stroller

Important Information

Read all instructions BEFORE assembly and USE of product. KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

? 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 children are properly positioned according to these instructions.

WARNING: Never leave children unattended.

CAUTION: This single jogger is designed for one child only. Use with more than one child may cause an unbalance condition which can injure or harm your child.

Purses, shopping bags, parcels, diaper bags or accessory items may change the balance of the stroller and cause hazardous unstable conditions.

Maximum weight capacities:

• Basket: 5 lb
• Child tray and parent tray: 3 lb each
• Side pockets (2): 3 lb each
• Canopy pockets (2): 1 lb each

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 children near the stroller.

Use of the stroller with children 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.

NEVER use the stroller on stairways or escalators.

NEVER use the stroller with roller skates, in-line skates, skateboards, or bicycles.

It is recommended that the child occupant be at least 6 months of age prior to use of the stroller for jogging. Consult with a healthcare provider regarding the use of a jogging stroller 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.

Regularly check your stroller for loose screws, worn parts, torn material, or stitching. Replace or repair parts as needed.

Discontinue use of the stroller if it malfunctions or becomes damaged. Contact customer service for repair or replacement parts.

Parts Identification

Before assembly, identify all parts. The stroller is available in two types: Type 1 (Fixed Front Wheel) and Type 2 (Lockable Swivel Front Wheel).

Type 1: Fixed Front Wheel Components

• Stroller Frame
• Fender Screws
• Front Wheel
• Fender
• Parent Tray
• Rear Wheels

Type 2: Swivel Front Wheel Components

• Stroller Frame
• Fender Screws
• Front Wheel
• Fender
• Parent Tray
• Rear Wheels

Optional Components

• Child Tray (Type A)
• Child Tray (Type B)
• Pedometer
• Infant Car Seat

Assembly Instructions

IMPORTANT! Adult assembly is required. Before assembly and each use, inspect the product for damaged hardware, loose joints, missing parts, or sharp edges. NEVER use if any parts are missing or broken.

Type 1: Fixed Front Wheel Assembly

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

Front Wheel Attachment (Type 1)

1. Lean the stroller backwards so it rests on the handle and rear axle frame, with the front wheel forks pointing upward (refer to Figure 1).
2. Ensure the brake release lever is in the open position (refer to Figure 6).
3. The front wheel features a quick release attachment system. Open the quick release by rotating the lever forward to loosen one side (refer to Figure 2a) and loosening the finger nut on the other side (refer to Figure 2b).
4. Slide the front wheel onto the front forks, ensuring the front forks are in the correct position (refer to Figures 3a and 3b).
5. Line up the tab on the Retainer Plate with the slot on both sides of the forks (refer to Figure 3c). IMPORTANT: The tab must be aligned before tightening the wheel.
6. With the wheel in position, tighten the finger nut on the axle until it is very close to contacting the fork. Rotate the lever to tighten it (refer to Figure 4).
7. Close the lever (refer to Figure 5). You should feel significant resistance, and the wheel should be held tightly. If not, open the lever, tighten the finger nut slightly, and close the lever again. Repeat until the wheel is held tightly. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
8. Close the brake release lever by rotating it toward the front of the stroller (refer to Figure 6).

WARNING: Always make sure the lever is in the closed position before use. Leaving the lever open can cause the wheel to fall off.

Fender Attachment (Type 1)

1. Examine the bottom of the front fender; you will notice four 1/4 inch diameter plastic tubes (refer to Figure 7a).
2. Align these tubes with the holes in the front frame assembly (refer to Figure 7b).
3. Line up the front fender and press it onto the front frame assembly (refer to Figure 7c).
4. Insert the 4 screws through the underside of the front frame assembly into the front fender's plastic tubes. Tighten the screws only until snug (refer to Figure 7d). DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Type 2: Swivel Front Wheel Assembly

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

Front Wheel Attachment (Type 2)

1. Lean the stroller backwards so it rests on the handle and rear axle frame, with the front wheel forks pointing upward (refer to Figure 1).
2. The front wheel features a quick release attachment system. Open the quick release by rotating the lever forward to loosen one side (refer to Figure 2a) and loosening the finger nut on the other side (refer to Figure 2b).
3. Slide the front wheel onto the front forks, ensuring the front forks are in the correct position (refer to Figures 3a and 3b).
4. Line up the tab on the Retainer Plate with the slot on both sides of the forks (refer to Figure 3c). IMPORTANT: The tab must be aligned before tightening the wheel.
5. With the wheel in position, tighten the finger nut on the axle until it is very close to contacting the fork. Rotate the lever to tighten it (refer to Figure 4).
6. Close the lever (refer to Figure 5). You should feel significant resistance, and the wheel should be held tightly. If not, open the lever, tighten the finger nut slightly, and close the lever again. Repeat until the wheel is held tightly. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
7. If you experience front wheel wobble beyond normal use while walking or jogging, you may need to adjust the front wheel housing nut. This nut is located under the footrest at the front of the jogger. Use a standard crescent wrench to tighten the nut. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN, as this can cause damage to the wheel housing (refer to Figure 6).

WARNING: Always make sure the lever is in the closed position before use. Leaving the lever open can cause the wheel to fall off.

Fender Attachment (Type 2)

1. Examine the bottom of the front fender; you will notice four 1/4 inch diameter plastic tubes (refer to Figure 7a).
2. Align these tubes with the holes in the front frame assembly (refer to Figure 7b).
3. Line up the front fender and press it onto the front frame assembly (refer to Figure 7c).
4. Insert the 4 screws through the underside of the front frame assembly into the front fender's plastic tubes. Tighten the screws only until snug (refer to Figure 7d). DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Rear Wheel Assembly

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 (refer to Figure 8). Depress the metal lever on the inside of the corner fitting as you push the axle in.
3. When the wheel will not go on any farther, release the lever. 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. NEVER use the stroller if the wheels are not locked into place. Contact customer service immediately if wheels are not locked.

Parent Tray Assembly

1. Align the fittings on the ends of the parent tray with the fittings on the outsides of the handle.
2. Hook the hole in the parent tray. Pull outward on the opposite end while pushing down on the tray until it is locked onto the stroller handle. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when installing the parent tray (refer to Figure 9).
3. 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

• To open the canopy: Push forward on the front edge of the canopy while holding the rear of the canopy in place (refer to Figure 10a).
• To fold the canopy: Pull backwards on the front edge (refer to Figure 10b).

Child Tray (if equipped)

Type A

• To attach: Line up the child tray fittings with the female fitting on the outside of the center joint and push inward (toward the rear of the stroller) until locked in place (refer to Figure 11a).
• To remove: Depress the button on the underside of the male fitting and pull the tray outward to remove (refer to Figure 11b).

Type B

• To attach: Insert the tray clip into the fitting on the stroller's fold joint. Check that the tray clip locks into place (refer to Figure 11c). Push the angled tray onto the post at the end of the right armrest, while pressing downward on the snap button, until locked into place. Rotate the tray downward until latched onto the left armrest. Ensure the snap button comes through and securely latches the tray in place (refer to Figure 11d).
• To open: Press inward on the left side tray release button and rotate upward on the tray (refer to Figure 11e). The tray can be removed completely by depressing the buttons on each side while pulling forward on the tray.

Infant Car Seat (if equipped)

Please refer to the infant car seat instruction manual for more details.

Pedometer (if equipped)

The pedometer is located in a separate box inside the main box. Slide the pedometer onto the provided mounting bracket as shown (refer to Figure 12). Instructions on how to use the pedometer are included in the separate box. Caution: When folding the stroller, rotate the pedometer inward towards the parent tray to prevent damage when folded.

MP3 Speaker (if equipped)

The canopy has a speaker sewn into an MP3 storage pocket on the side. The speaker has a wire with a male jack for use with an MP3 player. Connect the male end of the speaker wire into your MP3 player (refer to Figure 13). Your stroller is now ready to use.

Safety Guidelines

General Safety

Before placing your children in the stroller, please follow these instructions.

WARNING: Always check with your pediatrician for a recommended starting age/weight for your baby in an all-terrain stroller.

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

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

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

Brakes

• To engage brakes: Apply light downward pressure to the brake lever located on each rear wheel. You may need to move the stroller slightly forward or backward to align the brake teeth with the wheel brake cluster (refer to Figure 14). Check that the stroller will not move and that both brakes are properly applied.
• To release brakes: Gently lift up on the brake lever.
• Your stroller may be equipped with a caliper brake system (refer to Figure 15). This front wheel bicycle-style caliper brake system is designed to assist in slowing the stroller on a hill or in an emergency. Squeeze the brake handle to slow the stroller (refer to Figure 16). The hand brake is not to be used as a parking brake.

Front Wheel Lock (Type 2 Only)

WARNING: Always lock the front swivel wheel in the straight position before placing or removing your children from the jogger.

The Type 2 swivel jogger is equipped with a front wheel locking device. A remote release lever is located under the right side handle. Pull to disengage the wheel and push to engage the locking device located under the footrest.

• Figure 17a shows the remote release lever.
• Figure 17b illustrates the front wheel lock working in a horizontal motion (left to right) for locking and unlocking.
• Figure 17c illustrates the front wheel lock working in a vertical motion (top to bottom) for locking and unlocking.

Securing the Child (5-Point Harness)

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

• Carefully place the child in the stroller seat. 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 (refer to Figure 18a).
• To release the harness: Apply pressure to both sides of each male clip until the clip is released (refer to Figure 18b). This requires moderate effort to prevent accidental release by the child.

Seatback Positioning

The seat has a multiple-position recline controlled by a strap and buckle assembly behind the seat (refer to Figure 19).

• To recline the seat: Loosen the strap through the buckle and adjust to the required recline position (refer to Figure 20).
• 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.

The upright position should be used only for a child that is at least 6 months old. Always readjust the safety harness, including the shoulder belts, when repositioning the seatback.

Jogging with Your Stroller

When jogging with your child, use the following safety features:

• Lock the front swivel wheel in the straight position (Type 2 only).
• Safety Wrist Strap: Always connect the safety strap to either wrist when jogging. This strap will keep the stroller from rolling away if you trip while running (refer to Figure 21). 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. The safety strap includes a Velcro attachment for storage on the left side of the stroller when not in use (refer to Figure 22).
• Caliper Brake System: Squeeze the brake handle to slow the stroller (refer to Figure 16). NEVER use the hand brake as a parking brake. This feature is only available on Type 1 strollers.

Tires

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

Folding and Unfolding

WARNING: Care must be taken when folding and unfolding the stroller to prevent finger entrapment.

To Fold Stroller

1. Close the canopy.
2. Recline the seat by releasing the buckle as described in the seatback positioning section.
3. Fold the stroller by simultaneously depressing the safety lock on the right side and the fold buttons located on the central joints (refer to Figure 23).
4. 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 it is completely folded.
5. Secure the stroller in the folded position by hooking the fold latch (located on the right side) over the rivet that protrudes from the frame (refer to Figure 24).

To Unfold Stroller

1. Stand the stroller on the ground with all three wheels touching the ground.
2. Release the folding latch, which is located on the right side (refer to Figure 25).
3. Lift up on the stroller handle with both hands until the stroller frame is erect and locked in the open position (refer to Figure 26). 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.

Troubleshooting

Stroller Pulls to One Side (Type 1: Fixed Front Wheel)

The fixed front wheel jogging stroller may sometimes feel like it is pulling to one side due to tire pressure or front wheel alignment.

1. Tire Pressure: If rear tires do not have equal pressure, the stroller will pull towards the side with lower pressure. Check that rear tires have the same pressure. Add air to a maximum of 25 pounds using a bicycle-style hand air pump.
2. Front Wheel Alignment: 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:
   • 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. The axle will move within the slot on the fork.
   • Move the wheel a small amount. Retighten the quick release handle.
   • Push the empty stroller across a smooth surface and note if it runs straight. Re-adjust the axle a small amount at a time until the stroller tracks straight. A minute movement of the axle significantly affects tracking.
   • 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 you continue to have difficulty with tracking, contact customer service.

Caliper Brake Does Not Slow the Stroller Down

The caliper brake system is designed to assist in slowing the stroller. Ensure the quick release lever is in the down position (facing the front of the stroller).

If the quick release lever is closed and braking is still inadequate, the brake cable tension needs adjustment:

• Fine Tuning Tension Nut: Located on the end of the brake cable just above the caliper. Turn the tension nut counter-clockwise to increase tension.
• Cable Length Adjustment: If maximum tension nut adjustment is insufficient, adjust cable length. Return the tension nut to its factory setting (turn clockwise until it stops). Loosen the cable clamp nut holding the brake cable to the caliper. Squeeze the caliper so the brake pads just touch the rim. Pull the cable through the clamp nut until slack is removed. Retighten the cable clamp nut. Retest braking and fine-tune tension with the nut.

Brakes are adjustable to compensate for brake pad wear. If you experience difficulty, contact customer service. Most bicycle shops can also perform this adjustment.

Reverse steps if brakes are too tight.

Diagram shows Quick Release Lever, Fine Tune Tension Nut, Cable Clamp Nut, Brake Cable.