EARLY RIDER CHARGER 12 User manual

User Manual
RUNNERS CHARGER 12 BIG FOOT 12

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B
C
D
E
F
EARLY RIDER RUNNER BIKES
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CHARGER 12
In the
box
B
C
F
N.B. The rear wheel
comes pre-attached
to the frame.
D
Frameset
Wheels
Handlebars
Hex-head Bolt (x2)
Washers (x2)
Allen Keys x2)
CHARGER 12 BIG FOOT 12
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They are brought to you by a small team of passionate
life-long bikers based in Henley-on-Thames, UK.
We simply love what we do and we hope that shows in the
amazing Runner bike you have selected. If you have any ques-
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Your Early Rider has been part assembled for your
convenience. These instructions are intended to guide
an adult through the final assembly and adjustment of
the bike to fit your child. It also details some important
points vital for the safe and ecient running of your
bike and to run through the adjustment of the bike to
accommodate your child’s development.
Please retain these instructions for future reference.
So, you’re ready for your first adventure.
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SEttING UP YOUR runner
FIT THE HANDLEBAR
Using the allen key provided, remove the hex head
bolts securing the front plate of the stem.
Place the handlebar on the front of the stem and
re-attach the front plate to secure.
Be sure that the stem clamps the centre of the handlebar
length and that you don’t over-tighten the hex bolts.
1
Do not over-tighten the stem bolts, you could strip the
thread from the stem or the bolt. Recommend torque
setting is 9Nm.
Important Stuff
GET READY FOR YOUR FIRST RIDE

FIT THE FRONT WHEEL
Grab the front wheel (B), 2 x hex head bolts (D)
and the 2 x metal washers (E).
Slide a large washer over each of the hex head
bolts and loosely th read them into the wheel axle.
Then place the wheel axle into the fork drop outs with
the washers between the fork drop out and the bolt head.
Tighten the bolts with the supplied allen key. Ensure that the
wheel is straight and that it spins freely.
2

ADJUST THE SEAT
Loosen the hex head bolt on the seat post clamp,
with the supplied allen key, to allow height
adjustment of the saddle.
Adjust the height so that your child’s feet rest
comfortably on the ground, flat and with a slight bend in
the knee.
NOTE: Do not adjust the saddle height beyond the marked
safety line on the seatpost.
3
SEttING UP YOUR runner
GET READY FOR YOUR FIRST RIDE

SEttING UP YOUR Bike
CHECK YOUR BRAKES
(BIG FOOT 12)
You can adjust the reach to the lever using
the allen head screw as shown in the picture
to find the perfect reach for your child’s hands.
Squeeze the brakes before setting o on a ride. It’s easy to
forget to reconnect brake cables after transporting the bike
or repairing a puncture. Ensure the brake blocks are not
worn and contact the rim uniformly when the brake lever is
pulled. If in doubt, ask your dealer.
Your bike is equipped with a short reach, high
performance brake. Encourage your child to pull the
brake lever smoothly and gradually. Remember that braking
will throw the rider’s weight forward and so when the brakes
are applied, extend or tense the arms to resist this motion.
Regularly inspect the brakes for adjustment and wear.
A worn or loose brake pad won’t work well and may be
more dangerous than no brake pads at all.
4
Your bike is set up so the left hand brake lever operates the rear
brake. If the destination country drive on the right, the right hand
brake will operate the rear brake. Please check before the first
ride.
Important Stuff

Your Early Rider Belter is designed to be low maintenance but it will still benefit from care and attention.
CLEANING & STORING
Cleaning your bike regularly means you are more likely
to notice any loose or worn components and possible
frame damage. A clean, well maintained bike will also run
more smoothly.
We recommend using a bicycle or car shampoo, a sponge
and a brush. Wash, rinse and dry before lubricating it.
DO NOT JET WASH as this may damage your bike’s
cartridge bearings.
Store your Early Rider in a dry place when not in use. Never
leave your bike outside for prolonged periods of time.
REGULAR CHECKS
• Periodically check wheels and tyres for damage.
• Ensure that tyre pressures are at the recommended
psi level on the side of the tyre.
• Regularly check and tighten all bolts.
• If broken in any way discontinue use immediately and
refer to your authorised Early Rider retailer.
simple maintenance
ENJOYING YOUR BIKE EVERY RIDE

V-BRAKES (BIG FOOT 12)
To disconnect the brakes (to remove the wheel for example)
you need to release the curved metal tube (the guide pipe or
noodle) from it’s retainer connected to the brake arm. Grab
both brake arms with one hand and squeeze the brakes onto
the rim. There should now be enough slack in the cable to
unhook the lead pipe. If not, use the barrel adjuster on the
brake lever to add a little slack, but remember to take up
this slack before riding.
The brake pads on V-brakes have grooves in them to clear
water from the rim, replace pads before the pad is worn to
the bottom of these grooves. The pads can be simply
unbolted to replace. When unbolting be sure to keep the
washers and shims in the correct order. Slip these onto the
post of the new pad.
Hold the bed flat against the rim and tighten up the Allen
bolt. Double check the pad hits the rim squarely without
overlapping the edge of the rim.
To reconnect the brakes, squeeze the brakes against the rim
and hook the lead pipe back into the retainer. Make sure that
the lead pipe is correctly located and that the outer cable is
properly seated in the brake lever. As the pads wear, you can
take up additional cable slack with the barrel adjuster on the
brake lever. Keep an eye on the pads though, make sure that
they still hit the rim squarely. It only takes a few moments to
correct and may avoid problems later.
It is important that the parents or carers ensure that
the child is properly instructed in the use of the bicycle,
particular in the safe use of the braking systems.
IMPORtant stuff

GET READY FOR YOUR FIRST RIDE & EVERY RIDE
Safety first
When riding a bicycle, a child should wear a correctly
fitted helmet at all times. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury. There, we’ve told you twice.
In addition to a helmet, we strongly recommend arm
and knee protectors together with appropriate clothing.
IMPORtant stuff
RIDING IN THE DARK
If you and your child will be riding in dull or dark conditions
we recommend that you use a set of reliable battery
powered lights. We also strongly recommend your child
wears reflective clothing when riding, but especially in low
light conditions.
RIDING ENVIRONMENT
Children should be under adult supervision at all times.
Be aware of potential dangers in their riding environment.
For example; do not use near swimming pools, bodies of
water, near steps, on steep hills, on stairways or on the
open road.
NOT FOR ADULT USE
The Runner is a small child’s bike. As such, it is not intended
for use by kids over 6, teenagers or adults.
An adults weight on the bike could result in damage to parts
on the bike including, but not exclusive to, the frame, forks,
saddle and wheel set.

ALWAYS WEAR
A HELMEt!
PLEASE RIDE WITH CARE!
No matter how experienced your child is,
it’s worth spending some time allowing your
child to get used to riding their new bike in
a quiet, open area, free from trac.
The Early Rider Runner is a performance
bicycle, built for speed and awesomeness.
Ensure that your child is properly
protected at all times and above all...

limited warranty
THE SERIOUS STUFF
Warranty coverage on your Runner frame and components
extends for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase while
owned by the original retail purchaser.
This warranty does not cover:
1. Normal wear and tear. Including consumables such as tyres,
grips and inner tubes.
2. Any damage, failure or loss caused by accident, misuse, neglect,
abuse, failure to follow instructions or warnings in the owners’
manual or manuals supplied with the bike referring to original
equipment fitted.
3. Any damage, failure or loss caused by use of bicycles for stunt
riding, acrobatics or other similar activities or in any other
manner for which they were not designed. Bending of frames,
forks, handlebars, seat posts or wheel rims can be a sign of
misuse or abuse.
4. The original owner shall pay all labour charges connected with
the repair or replacement of all parts. Under no circumstances
does this limited warranty include the cost of shipment or
transportation to or from an authorised Early Rider distributor
or retailer.
Useful product life cycle
Every Early Rider bike and frame set has a useful life cycle. The
useful life cycle is not the same as the warranty period. The warranty
identifies the period of time that Early Rider will replace the product
if this becomes necessary, this does not guarantee that the product
will last forever. The length of the useful life cycle will vary depending
on the type of bike, riding conditions and care the bike receives. Any
non-standard use can substantially shorten the useful product life cycle
of an Early Rider bicycle or frame set. All Early Rider bicycles and frame
sets should be annually checked by an authorised Early Rider dealer
for indications of potential failures including cracks, corrosion, dents,
deformation, paint peeling and any other indications of potential
problems, inappropriate use or abuse. These are important safety
checks and very important to help prevent accidents, bodily injury to
the rider and shortened useful product life cycle of an Early Rider
frame set.

Limitations
Only bikes sold, assembled and collected from an authorised
Early Rider dealer will be eligible for warranty. The foregoing warranties
are in lieu of and exclude all other warranties not expressly set forth
herein, whether express or implied by operation of law or otherwise,
including but not limited to any warranties of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose. Early Rider shall in no event be liable for
incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses in connection
with its bicycle products. Early Rider’s liability hereunder is expressly
limited to the replacement of goods not complying with this warranty
or, at Early Rider’s discretion, to the amount equal to the purchase price
of the product in question.
Procedures
• Warranty service will be performed by Early Rider or an Early Rider
authorised dealer. Proof of purchase must be provided.
Transportation to and from Early Rider, an Early Rider distributor
or an Early Rider authorised dealer is the responsibility of
the purchaser.
• Early Rider will have the option of either repair or repayment of an
amount equal to the purchase price of the product.
• In the event Early Rider elects to replace a defective frame, a new
frame of equal or greater value will be provided. The new frame
may not be the exact model purchased. Early Rider is not responsible
for dealer labour charges for component changeovers when a frame
is replaced.
• If you elect to repair a defective product yourself or use the services
of someone other than an Early Rider authorised dealer, Early Rider
will not be liable for any damage, failure or loss caused by the use of
such unauthorised service or parts.

THE SERIOUS STUFF
warning
• Please remove all packaging material before giving the toy to a child. This toy has plastic packaging which is not a toy
and must be kept away from children.
• Please keep this packaging and the instructions for future use or return.
• This toy must be assembled by an adult in accordance with the instructions in the user manual before being given to a
child to ride.
• This toy should be checked before every ride to ensure all bolts are securely fastened and the toy is in good working
order.
• This toy requires adult supervision at all times whilst in use.
• This toy requires protective equipment such as a safety helmet to be worn when in use.
• This toy should not be used in trafc at any time.
• This toy should not be used on public highways.
• This toy may have brakes pre-installed. Brakes must be used in accordance with the instructions given in the user manual.
• Please wipe down this toy, freeing it from all dirt. Once clean please store in a dry place. This toy should not be left out-
side.

Age 3 - 4.5 years
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not suitable for children under 36 months.
Protective equipment should be worn. Do not use in trac.

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