InStep 11-AR278 User manual
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This manual contains safety, assembly, use and maintenance
instrucons. Read these instrucons carefully before use and
keep them for future reference. Your child’s safety may be
aected if you do not follow these instrucons. The InStep®
Lifestyle stroller must be assembled by an adult who has read
and understands the instrucons in this manual.
Keep the packaging away from children and dispose all
packaging before use. Do not return to store. Call toll free
1-800-242-6110 for assistance and replacement parts.
DOUBLE SEAT SWIVEL WHEEL
LIFESTYLE STROLLER
11-AR278, 11-AR279, 11-AR280, 11-AR281, 11-AR290, 11-AR291
OWNER’S MANUAL
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For purchasing the InStep® lifestyle stroller. You will be sure to
enjoy hours of pleasurable exercise and family me. If you have
any quesons or comments our customer service hours are:
You may also reach us through the following:
1-800-242-6110
The Web: www.instep.net
Email: [email protected]
4730 East Radio Tower Lane, Olney, IL 62450
Do not return the product to the store. Please contact customer
service at 1-800-242-6110 for assistance and replacement parts.
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1 SAFETY ...............................................1
Assembly ......................................... 1
Children .......................................... 1
Use .............................................. 2
Addional Warnings for Customers in the
European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 PARTS AND FEATURES .................................4
3 ASSEMBLY ............................................5
Unfold the Lifestyle Stroller.......................... 5
Aach the Rear Wheels ............................. 6
Aach the Front Wheel ............................. 7
Aach the Front Fender............................. 8
Aach the Parent Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Aach the Child's tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Aach the Canopy ................................ 10
Aach the Safety Strap ............................10
4 SAFETY FEATURES....................................11
Using the 5-Point Safety Harness ....................11
Adjusng the Shoulder Strap Height..................12
Using the Safety Wrist Strap ........................12
5 USING THE STROLLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using the Manual Front Wheel Swivel Lock ............13
Using the Parking Brake ............................13
Adjusng the Seat.................................14
Using the Child Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 DISASSEMBLING AND STORING THE
LIFESTYLE STROLLER................................. 15
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8 WARRANTY..........................................17
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• The maximum weight capacity of the Lifestyle stroller for one
child is 50 lb. The weight limit for two children is 100 lb.
• This lifestyle stroller is intended for children at least 6 months
old and weighing up to 50 lb.
• Never have more than two children in the lifestyle stroller at
any me.
• Never use with children that can not support their own head.
• Do not place a child in the lifestyle stroller with the back of
their head facing forward or their feet facing towards the rear.
• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always
use the 5-point safety harness.
• Never leave children unaended in or around the
lifestyle stroller.
• Excessive weight may cause a hazardous and unstable
condion to exist.
• An adult who has read and understands the informaon and
warnings in the manual shall assemble this product according
to manufacturer’s instrucons.
• Do not use the product if there are any missing or damaged
parts. Do not return the product to the store. Please contact
customer service at 1-800-242-6110 for assistance and
replacement parts.
• Dispose of all plasc bags and wrapping material
immediately.
LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
Always read and understand the informaon
and warnings in this manual before using the lifestyle
stroller.
• If you are unsure of any informaon in this manual or
have a queson regarding assembly or use please call
customer service. Always keep this manual for
reference and include it with resale of the lifestyle
stroller.
ASSEMBLY
• Check the assembly (i.e.: fasteners, wheels) before using
the lifestyle stroller.
• Never allow children to assemble, fold, or disassemble the
lifestyle stroller.
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USE
• Any load aached to the handle aects the stability of
the stroller. Unstable hazardous condions may exist
if package carrying accessories are added to the
product.
• Parcels or accessories placed on the lifestyle stroller
may cause the lifestyle stroller to become unstable.
Do not place items on the stroller. Hazardous
condions may exist if package carrying accessories
are added to the product.
• The lifestyle stroller for damage. Do not use if damaged.
• The re pressure. Tires are shipped deated, Do Not
Overinate. Inate slowly, with short bursts, to 20-25 PSI
maximum. 25 PSI will provide a comfortable ride for your child.
• The fasteners are ght. Tighten if necessary.
• Ensure the brakes work properly!
• All loose items are removed from the passenger compartment.
• Maximum weight that can be carried in the under seat basket is
10 lb. The parent/child tray is 3 lb each.
• Take proper steps (clothing, venlaon, hydraon) to protect
the child from exposure hazards such as wind chill and heat
exhauson. These hazards will have a greater impact on the
less acve passenger.
• Only an adult who can physically control the vehicle should
use the lifestyle stroller. Never allow the lifestyle stroller to
be used by children as a toy.
• Do not place hot liquids in the parent tray.
• Always lock the front wheel before jogging with the lifestyle
stroller. Failure to lock the front wheel when jogging with the
stroller may cause the stroller to become unbalanced, p
over or loose control.
• Do not use the lifestyle stroller with inline or roller skates.
• Always maintain a safe speed. Avoid quick, sharp changes in
direcon, as p-over may occur. The lifestyle stroller is not
intended for use at high speeds.
• Allow extra clearance for the lifestyle stroller when near
curbs, parked cars, and other obstacles. The lifestyle stroller
requires a wide turning radius. Do not turn sharply.
• Use cauon when turning on loose or uneven surfaces and
when going downhill. Avoid braking suddenly.
• Always engage the parking brakes when stopping, releasing
the handle or loading / unloading children.
Only replacement parts supplied or recommended
by the manufacturer/distributer shall be used.
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IN THE EUROPEAN UNION
• Use the harness as soon as your child can sit unaided.
• The seat unit is not suitable for children under 6
months old.
• This product is not suitable for running or skang.
• Check the pram body, seat unit or car seat aachment
devices are correctly engaged before use.
• Always use the crotch strap in combinaon with the
waist belt.
• Do not let your child play with the product.
• To avoid injury, please keep your child clear when
folding and unfolding the stroller.
• Keep the safety wrist strap on unl you are sure the lifestyle
stroller is completely stopped.
• Do not travel over curbs, bumps or holes.
• Do not pull or push the lifestyle stroller with a vehicle.
• Do not li stroller by child and/or parent tray or canopy
STORAGE
• Use cauon to avoid pinch points when folding or unfolding
the Lifestyle stroller.
• Do not use cleaning solvents; clean only with mild soap
and water
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Parent tray
Rear wheels
Quick release
front wheel
Fender
(with screws)
Seat adjustment
buckle
Height
adjustment
strap
Storage basket
Two seats with 5-point
safety harness
Frame
Frame folding
release triggers
Parking brake lever
Retractable canopy
Child tray's
Front fork
Seat adjustment
anchor
Safety strap
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UNFOLD THE LIFESTYLE STROLLER
• There are pinch points between the sidewalls and the
frame of the lifestyle stroller that may cause injury.
Fold or unfold the lifestyle stroller slowly using
cauon. Keep children clear when folding and
unfolding the stroller.
• Ensure that all locking devices are engaged before use.
Check the folding lock. If it is engaged, release it.
Holding the frame handle, unfold the frame unl the upper
and lower halves of the stroller are completed extended.
Watch and ensure the fabric does not get caught or
pinched in between the frame secons.
Test that the frame halves are locked together by pressing
down on the handle and pulling up. If the halves stay
together they are locked into place.
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Push the wheel into the bracket unl you hear the axle click
into place. Repeat step 1 and 2 for the remaing wheel.
Pull rmly on each wheel to ensure the locking mechanism
is engaged. Repeat these steps on the opposite side.
Rear wheels that are not securely locked in place may
fall o the lifestyle stroller and cause serious injury or
death. Always check the wheels are securely locked in
place before use.
Place the rear wheel axle into the rear wheel bracket hole.
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If the front wheel is not securely locked in place
(i.e., cannot swivel) when jogging with the stroller the
stroller may become unbalanced, p over, cause loss of
control, and serious injury or death. Always check the
front wheel is securely locked in place before jogging
with the lifestyle stroller.
Posion the stroller so the handle rests on the ground, with
the front fork facing up.
To ease assembly, ip swivel latch to the
right
to lock the
fork in a xed posion.
Set the wheel into the forks, making sure the axle is
properly seated.
Insert the tab washer into the slot on the fork, both sides.
Hand ghten the cone nut.
Close the quick release lever to the fully closed locked
posion. When closing the lever it should leave an imprint
on your hand. The lever should have rm but not
excessive pressure.
Pull on the wheel to ensure it is locked in place. If necessary
loosen the quick release lever and re-ghten the cone nut.
Re-check the wheel.
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Quick release
lever
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Cone nut Tab washer
Swivel latch
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Tab washer inserts here
Unstable items (such as: hot uids, tall boles, metal
containers) placed in the parent tray may p over and
seriously injure the passenger. Always remove items that
may p over before using the stroller.
Align the slots in the parent tray with the slot on the parent
tray support tube.
Lower the tray onto the pegs and snap into place.
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Place the front fender on the frame and over the front
wheel.
Align the mounng holes with the holes in the frame.
There are six posts with mounng holes on the
underside of the bumper. DO NOT use the boom set
of holes.
Insert the screws through the holes in the frame and ghten
the front fender to the frame. Be sure the front wheel does
not rub against the front fender.
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Turn both child’s tray upside down.
Insert the tab on the parent tray into the slot of the
opposite parent. The buon will lock the trays into place.
Turn the child tray assembly right-side-up and align the tabs
on the side of the trays into the slots on the inside of the
stroller handles
Insert the tabs of the child trays into the slots. The buon
on the outside of the handle will lock the trays in place.
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Child tray
buon
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Align the tab on the canopy assembly with the slots on the
top of the stroller handles. There will be four slots; two on
the sides and two in the middle support.
Important: Be sure fabric doesn’t get caught or pinch
between the holder and the hinge.
Insert the tabs into the slots unl they snap into place.
Tip! Start on one side and insert the tabs as you work across
the jogger. Open the canopy to your desired posion.
Wrap the safety strap around the back of the brake bar.
Insert the end of the tether through the small-looped end of
the strap.
Pull the strap to ghten the strap around the brake bar
Wrap the opposite end of the tether around the middle of
the stroller handle.
Fasten with hook and loop on the inside of the strap.
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Unbuckle the shoulder straps from the center lap buckle.
When not in use, keep the shoulder straps buckled to
the lap buckle at all times.
If you need to adjust the height of the shoulder straps, you
should do so now. See Adjusting the Shoulder Strap Height
on the next page.
Seat the child in the center of the passenger compartment.
Place the shoulder straps over the child’s shoulders with the
waist belt under the child’s arms.
Place the lap belt buckle between the child’s legs.
Clip the shoulder straps into the lap belt buckle, and adjust
the shoulder straps. Adjust the shoulder straps
and lap buckle so they meet at the child’s stomach.
• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always
properly secure the passenger with the 5-point safety
harness.
• It may be dangerous to leave your child unaended.
Never leave your child unaended in or near the
lifestyle stroller.
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ADJUSTING THE SHOULDER STRAP HEIGHT
Use these seat height slots to
properly adjust the height of
the shoulder straps to your
child’s height. To adjust the
shoulder strap height:
Starng from the back of
the seat, pull the shoulder
strap anchor away from
the seat.
Insert the anchor through
the slot in the seat, pushing
it towards the front.
Re-insert the anchor
through the slit in the front
of the seat at the desired
height.
Pull the strap and anchor
all the way through to the
back. Make sure the strap
is properly anchored on
the seat back. Repeat these
steps for the opposite
strap.
USING THE SAFETY WRIST STRAP
Using the lifestyle stroller without the safety wrist strap
may result in the user becoming separated from the
stroller and serious injury or death to the passenger.
Always use the safety wrist strap when using the
lifestyle stroller. Always engage the rear parking brakes
before removing the strap.
Place your hand through the large loop in a posion so the
strap is comfortable and secure.
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If the front wheel is not securely locked in place
(i.e., cannot swivel) when jogging with the stroller the
stroller may become unbalanced, p over, cause loss of
control, and serious injury or death. Always check the
front wheel is securely locked in place before jogging
with the lifestyle stroller.
USING THE MANUAL FRONT WHEEL
Flip the swivel lock lever to the right to lock the wheel.
Flip the swivel lock lever to the le to disengage.
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Flip le to
disengage
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Flip right
to engage
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Step on the red levers next to the rear wheels unl the cogs
in the brake and wheel engage. Do this with both wheels.
To release the brakes, li the levers up with the toe of your
foot unl the cogs are disengaged.
USING THE PARKING BRAKE
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Improper adjustment of the 5-point safety harness when
the seat is in the reclined posion may result in the child
slipping into the leg openings and strangulaon. Always
re-adjust the 5-point safety harness to the new posion.
Unlatch the buckle on the backrest.
Pull the strap down for an upright posion. Push down on
the back rest for a reclined posion.
Lock the strap in place by re-latching the back buckle.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT
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Unstable items (i.e.: Hot uids, tall boles, metal
containers) placed in the child trays may p over and
seriously injure the passenger. Always remove items
that may p over before using the lifestyle stroller.
Pull out on the tabs on each side of the child tray's and li
the child tray away from the stroller.
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• There are pinch points between the sidewalls and the
frame of the lifestyle stroller that may cause injury.
Always fold or unfold the lifestyle stroller slowly and
with cauon.
• Keep children clear when folding or unfolding the
stroller.
• Children le in a folded stroller may incur serious
injury or death. Always remove children from the
passenger compartment before folding and storing
the lifestyle stroller.
Press a side canopy tab, and li the end of the canopy out.
Press in on the tabs on the middle canopy holder, and li
the middle canopy tabs out of the holder. Repeat this
process on the opposite canopy holder unl all canopy tabs
are fully released.
Pull out on the tabs on each side of the child tray's and li
the child tray away from the stroller
Unlatch the buckle on the backrest.
Pull the strap on the backrest down unl the backrest is
completely in the upright posion.
Press the folding release buons on both sides of the
frame.
Pull the folding release triggers on both sides of the handle
towards you.
Push down on the middle of the handle. The stroller will
begin to fold.
Close the folding lock.
(for more compact storage)
Front wheel:
Move the quick release lever into the
open
posion.
Loosen the cone nut.
Remove the wheel.
Rear wheels:
Locate the release lever on the wheel bracket.
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Pull the release lever
straight up and hold.
Remove the wheel.
Release the lever.
Note: Store the stroller in a
dry place. If the
storage area is hot, release
some air from the res.
This will help prevent excessive
expansion or popping.
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• Ensure there is no damage, missing parts and that all parts
are in good working condion.
• Check that all fasteners are ght.
• Check the re pressure (psi) is correct (see rang on side of
the re).
• Check the front wheel quick release is properly seated and
closed suciently ght.
• If you are unsure of the product's condion or safety call
customer service before use.
Pacic Cycle warrants this product to be free of defecve
materials and workmanship for 1 year from the date of original
purchase.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE
TO THIS PRODUCT, AND IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND WARRANTY OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY.
This limited warranty give you specic legal rights and you may
also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
This warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser
for non-commercial use and does not cover res or tubes, grips,
brake pads, or other wear parts, ordinary wear and tear, abuse,
misuse, neglect, the, or damage due to accident.
PACIFIC CYCLE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT
COVER ANY PERSONAL INJURIES, DAMAGE TO OR, FAILURE OF
THE PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER LOSSES DUE TO ACCIDENT, ABUSE,
MISUSE, ALTERATION, NEGLECT, NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR,
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY, IMPROPER FIT, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE
OR USE OF UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT DESIGNED
FOR THE PRODUCT.
To make a claim under warranty, nocaon of such defect must
be given to Pacic Cycle, Inc. at the address stated on the previous
page. You will be instructed on how the product or part needing
replacement should be shipped postpaid to Pacic Cycle, Inc.
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