TRAILMATE Desoto Hauler User manual

DESOTO HAULER
Desoto Hauler Owner’s
Guide

24" DESOTO HAULER
ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY
1 11871 REFLECTOR KIT TRIKE 1 34 18867 FORK WHEEL RETAINER 2
2 12199 SCREW 14 x 3/4 4 35 20576 FENDER BRACE SCREW 2
3 20080 PLATFORM REAR 1 36 20158 WHEEL 24 x 1.75 ALLOY FRONT 1
4 12102 FLAG SAFETY W/POLE 1 37 20019 BRAKE V CANTILEVER COMPLETE 1
5 12241 SET COLLAR 5/8" 1 38 19337 FORK 24" MWT CANTILEVER 1
611171 WASHER 1- 1/2 X 5/16 4 39 11831 HEAD SET COMPLETE 1
7 12246 KEY SQUARE (AXLES) 3/16 x 5/8 3 40 11805 HANDLEBAR HI RISE 1
8 19869 AXLE DESOTO/REGAL DRIVE 2 41 11801 GRIP BLACK DC 7/8 2
10 11894 SEAT WESTERN SADDLE 1 42 11813 STEM HANDLEBAR 9" 1
11 12175 NUT 5/16 - 18 FLANGED 5 43 12188 SCREW 10 - 32 x 3/8 1
12 14272 FRAME TRIKE REAR 1 44 12212 SCREW 5/16 - 18 x 1-1/2 2
13 11961 TIRE 24 x 1.75 3 45 13226 CLAMP WASHER M8 (SEAT POST) 1
14 20201 TUBE 24 x 1.75 3 46 13227 CLAMP NUT M8 (SEAT POST) 1
15 11985 RIMSTRIP 24 x 1.75 3 47 20214 SEAT POST 9" x 1" OD STEEL 1
16 20159 WHEEL 24x1.75 ALLOY REAR 2 49 11898 BRACKET WESTERN SADDLE 1
17 20541 SCREW (CHAINGUARD) 8 x 1/2 1 50 19720 NUT 5/8 - 18 NYLON JAM INSERT 2
18 11708 CHAINGUARD DESOTO OR REGAL 1 55 11718 DECAL ™ HEAD 1
19 11857 PEDALS 1/2" PAIR 1 61 12172 NUT 1/4 - 20 FLANGED 1
20 12253 NUT U-TYPE FOR #8 SCREW 1 62 12204 SCREW 1/4 - 20 x 1 - 1/2 1
21 11643 BEARING AXLE 5/8 4 63 12232 WASHER 1/4 1
22 12218 CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8 x 16 x 3/4 6 64 11952 SOLID SPROCKET 22T 1
23 12075 SISSY BAR DESOTO 1 65 20001 HUB CB TRIKE W/22T SPROCKET 1
24 12178 NUT 3/8 - 16 FLANGED 6 67 12240 WASHER SPACER 2
25 18643 CHAIN/CL DESOTO 93 PITCH 1 68 19002 NUT AXLE CB 2
26 14268 FRAME DESOTO FRONT 1 69 12170 NUT 10-32 STAR 1
27 11697 CRANK BEARING SET COMPLETE 1 70 12193 SCREW 10-32 X 1 1
28 11934 SPROCKET 36T 1/2 x 1/8 1 71 20675 SPACER 3/8 CB 1
29 11695 CRANK 5 - 1/2" 1 72 11684 CHAIN/CL DES/REG 37P CB 1
30 11679 CONNECTING LINK 2 73 11071 SET SCREW 5/16 -18 X 3/4 2
31 11747 FENDER 24" FRONT W/BRACKET 1 75 12301 WASHER 3/8 FLAT 2
32 11764 FENDER BRACE 24" 1 76 12428 WASHER 3/8 INTERNAL TOOTH 2
33 12176 NUT 5/16-24 HEX 2

1. Preparation
Remove parts from carton. Check air
pressure & inflate tires to 35 psi. Make
sure tires are properly seated on rims.
2. Rear Frame & Wheels
Remove lock nuts (50) from axles &
tape from key squares (7) on axle
ends leaving key squares in the
keyways. Slide washers (67) up
against bearing & align wheel
keyway with key square on axles
pushing the wheel up against bearing.
Install nut (50) on axle (Do not
overtighten). IMPORTANT: Be
certain axle thread fully engages
nylon portion of the nut when
tightening. If there is any side-to-side
movement of axles loosen set screw
in collars (5) slide collars to eliminate
movement & re-tighten. Install clear
wheel reflectors (1) by placing
between spokes as near to the rim as
possible.
3. Pedals
Screw pedal (19) marked “R” in right
side of crank in clockwise direction.
Screw pedal marked “L” in left side in
counter-clockwise direction.
4. Frame Assembly
Slide front frame Desoto (26) into rear
frame (12) as far as possible. Let
coaster brake hub axle slide into the
open-ended slots in the front of the
transmission box. Keep brake arm
above rear axle tube while sliding
frame sections together. Loosely
install 4 carriage bolts (22) through
slots in sides of transmission box.
Ensure square sides of bolts seat into
each slot. Remove & re-insert screw
(70) spacer (71) & nut (69) to secure
brake arm through slot in side of
transmission box. Install nuts (24) on
bolts. DO NOT tighten fully at this time
until chain is adjusted. Loosely install
CB axle nuts (68) onto axle.
5. Front Fender & Wheel
Install front wheel in slots of fork with
wheel retainer (34) tabs seated in
holes of the fork. Remove bolt,
washer & nut from fork and re-install
through fender tab. Remove 2ea
screws from bottom of fork (35) &
reinstall over fender brace (32). Check
that wheel is centered between fork &
tighten nuts.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

6. Chain “KEEP FINGERS CLEAR”
Install drive chain (25) over crank
sprocket & rear CB sprocket & join
together with connecting link & spring
clip (30) using pliers. Install CB chain
(72) over CB sprocket & slide front &
rear frame apart until chain is tight.
Secure & tighten all 4 carriage bolts
(22) and axle nuts (68). Rotate pedal
several times to check that chain is
running freely. If binding occurs the
chain may need to be loosened until
eliminated. Chain binding can be the
result of a misaligned sprocket.
Re-positioning of the sprocket or
re-squaring of the front/rear frame
may correct this problem.
7. Chainguard
Place chainguard (18) over chain &
slide rear under top of transmission
box rear. Attach using screw & u-nut
on chainguard (17) & (20). Before
tightening line up hole in front
mounting bracket by removing &
re-installing screw (43). Tighten both
ends until chainguard is lined up. Turn
pedals to ensure chain does not rub
on chainguard. Adjust front & rear
alignment of chainguard if it does until
rubbing ceases.
8. Western Saddle Seat & Sissy Bar
Secure sissy bar (23) to the 2 studs
on bottom of the seat (10). Sissy bar
should be installed so the top curves
to the rear of the trike. Remove
hardware (44) & (11) from
seat-mounting bracket (49) & install
on the 2 remaining studs on bottom of
seat (10). Secure seat post (47) back
on to bracket (49) using any of the 4
sets of holes in the bracket
NOTE: These holes will determine the
distance sitting from the handlebar.
Attach sissy bar long slotted holes to
the 2 tabs welded to rear axle
housing. Install carriage bolts (22) and
nuts (24) DO NOT tighten at this time.
9. Platform/Flag
Place platform (3) onto rear frame,
center between the rear wheels &
immediately behind the sissy bar.
Using screws (2) & washers (6)
secure platform to the two holes in the
rear frame tube & two rear holes on
the transmission box. Place safety
flag (4) in flag holder on platform.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

10. Handlebar
Slide handlebar (40) through clamp on
stem (42) with portion of long bolt to
rear. Install clear reflector & bracket
(1). Install stem (42) into fork (38) until
line marked on stem is not visible.
Align handlebar to fork as it faces
straight ahead & tighten bolt in stem
firmly. DO NOT overtighten as this
can damage fork tube. Check that
headset (39) is tight DO NOT
overtighten as this can damage fork
bearings. Fork should rotate freely
without binding. Slide hand brake
lever (37) onto right side of handlebar
& loosely tighten. Slide hand grips
(41) on handlebar until they bottom
out. A small amount of soapy water
placed inside can help make
installation easier. NEVER use oil or
other lubricants. Slide handbrake
lever against grip, adjust position &
secure tightly.
DESOTO HAULER
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
11. Cantilever Brake Installation
Insert “ball” end of cable into round
slot of brake lever. Slide open end
of cable through cable guide &
cable guide into cable guide holder.
Slide cable boot onto cable (open
end first). Feed brake cable wire
through hole on the lock bolt (cable
clamp) & snugly tighten clamp. Pull
slack out of cable so brake pad
faces are within ⅛” of the wheel.
12. Final Check
Review all instructions, check all
hardware for tightness, re-adjust
seat & handlebar as necessary,
check for extra or missing parts.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE: BI-MONTHLY
1. Keep all painted parts clean & waxed for long-lasting luster.
2. Spray chrome parts with recommended coating & let sit overnight for
penetration.
3. Lubricate following: Seat pivot points, axle shafts, pedal bearings, chain
(turn/spray).
4. When storing over prolonged periods turn upside down to prevent flat spots
on tires. If stored outside, cover to protect finish & moving parts.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE: EVERY SIX MONTHS
These are services that may need to be performed by your local bicycle shop
1. Check tires for wear, rim cuts & valve core alignment.
2. Check wheels for cracks & proper alignment.
3. Check brakes for proper operation.
4. Clean & repack all bearings.
5. Check for worn bearings, cones & cups, adjust all cones.
6. Check chain adjustment & clean as needed.
7. Check for loose bolts, nuts & other hardware.
INSPECTION: REGULAR BASIS
1. Brakes: Ensure brakes engage when brake lever is pressed.
2. Wheels: Check wheels for alignment.
3. Pedals: Inspect bearings, make sure tightly attached to crank.
4. Handle Grips: Replace worn or loose grips.
5. Chain: Check proper tightness, if damaged replace immediately.
6. Seat: Adjust for rider comfort & safety, check for rips, tears.
7. Tires: Inflated to proper tire pressure as indicated on sidewall.
8. Chainguard: Replace if damaged or missing immediately.
9. Frame: Replace damaged frame immediately.
MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION

6620 Suemac Place
Jacksonville, Fl 32254
[phone]
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Visit us at www.trailmate.com
For service or to order
Parts please contact
your local Trailmate
dealer.
This is a recreational unit, not designed for excessive
speeds or misuse.
Do not brake or turn at high speeds. This may cause
cycle to roll over. Careless operation may cause rider to
lose control & result in serious injury.
Things to know before riding your cycle:
1. Know your local bicycle laws & wear a helmet
2. Do not exceed recommended weight limit of 250lbs
3. No more than one rider at a time
4. Do not stand on unit
5. Be sure to install safety flags
6. Wear light-colored clothing & protective gear
7. Do not ride at night
8. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times
Trailmate Limited Warranty
Trailmate guarantees each cycle product against all defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of 90 days from date of purchase. Tires and tubes are not covered by this
guarantee.
During this period, any part that is judged by the makers to be defective will be replaced free
of charge. Any failure resulting from accident, abuse, neglect, normal wear, or improper
assembly or maintenance by the owner is not covered.
Trailmate, Inc., further authorizes a lifetime frame guarantee and will replace any frame, at
no cost to the buyer, providing that the item has not been used for rental and that:
1) The item has not been altered, repaired, or modified in any way
2) The item has not been subject to misuse, negligence, and/or an accident
3) Original ownership is established
Any parts under this guarantee on which claims are entered shall be returned for inspection
with transportation charges prepaid by the claimant. Replacement parts will be shipped
F.O.B. factory.
There are no warranties or guarantee, expressed or implied, written or oral, which extend
beyond the description on the face hereof.