DUALLIE OWNER’S MANUAL
Seat Tensioning
Strap
Handle Bar
Sun Canopy
Seat Pockets
& Brake Lever
CONGRATULATIONS on getting “BOB’d”! (becoming the
new owner of a BOB Product). BOB is a company that
produces high quality products, which encourage a healthy,
outdoor, car-free lifestyle. In addition to strollers, we also
make single-wheeled cargo trailers for bicycles. See
attempting to assemble or use your new stroller, read and
understand these operating instructions completely to insure
proper assembly and operation. This manual covers assembly,
use, and maintenance instructions.
Seat Back
Pocket
5 Point
Safety Harness
Seat Recline
Adjusters
Foot Well
Clasp
Brake Cable
Shock
Fender &
Absorber
Thanks for getting BOB’d !!
Brake
Shock
Assembly
Release Button
Features:
2 position shock absorbers for light or heavy loads
padded, individual reclining seat backs
detachable, washable seat
A.F.O.D.
Swing Arm
2 hand position handle bars
light weight cro-moly/aluminum alloy frame
multi-position sun canopy
large storage compartments
quick release wheels
quick fold, compact design: folds with wheels attached or removed
Pivot
Swing Arm
Low Boy
Fig. 1
Anatomy of the BOB Duallie
1
SWINGARM: Rotate the
swingarm, away from the front of
the stroller until the shocks
engage in the first position as
shown in Fig. 2. The shocks’
locking pins will “snap” and lock
into position.
WARNINGS
Before using this BOB stroller read and understand this manual in its
entirety for assembly, use, and safety instructions. If you are unclear
on any point, contact your dealer or BOB before use.
Never leave children unattended in the stroller.
Failure to properly assemble or install the quick release hubs on
this stroller may result in the wheels becoming detached while
moving and a subsequent loss of control of the stroller.
Always use seat harnesses to avoid serious injury to children from
sliding or falling out of stroller.
Always use wrist safety strap.
Never allow occupants to stand in stroller.
The parking brake is not designed as a stopping brake. We do
not recommend using the brake to stop the stroller when it is
moving. The brake is intended to park the stroller on flat surfaces
not on inclines. Never leave your children in the stroller unattended
with or without the parking brake set!
Do not strap parcels or bags to the handle as it affects the balance
and stability of the stroller and can cause it to tip over backwards.
The maximum carrying capacity load of the stroller is 100 pounds.
Do not place sharp objects in the seatback pocket as your child
leans against this and can be injured as a result.
When starting out, always make sure that your kid’s hands and
feet are away from wheel spokes.
The Duallie is not equipped for use after dark. If you intend to
use it at night, we recommend installing wheel reflectors and a
lighting system available through your local bike shop.
We do not recommend wearing roller skates or inline skates while
pushing stroller.
2
3
HANDLE: Rotate the stroller
handle up to the fully open
position and secure the clasps as
shown in Fig. 3. To secure the
clasps, rotate them towards the
ground until they “snap” into place.
position #1
position #2
Fig. 2
Swingarm in unfolded position
with shock in position #1
MULTI-POSITION SUN CANOPY:
To open the sun canopy, hold one
support in each hand and rotate them
away from one another until the
canopy is fully opened. The
canopy has a spring-loaded
adjustment system and will click
in place as it reaches each new
position.
Clasp
4
AFOD: With the stroller in the
opened position, attach the
AFOD (Anti-Fly-Out-Device) around
the cross tube with the plastic
buckle, as shown in Fig.4. It is
important that the AFOD is
Fig. 3
Stroller with handle in the unfolded
position and clasps shut.
always properly secured, as it is
part of the child’s seat restraint
system.
AGE RECOMMENDATIONS - It is recommended that your
child be a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks old before riding in the stroller.
Young babies incapable of holding their head up must be provided
additional head and neck support to ride safely. For jogging and off
road use, children should be at least 6 to 8 months old.
Children develop at different rates. Consult with your pediatrician
regarding the suitability of the stroller use with your child.
5
FENDER
INSTALLATION:
Before installing
the front wheel in
step 6, you will
need to attach the
fender. The two
AFOD
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
Cross Tube
NOTE: BOB IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INJURY, DAMAGE, OR
FAILURE THAT RESULTS FROM OWNER’S FAULTY ASSEMBLY
OR MAINTENANCE AFTER SHIPPING.
attachment screws
can be found
already installed
on the frame.
Remove the two
Fig.4 AFOD correctly attached
Reference Fig. 1 as it describes the various parts of the Duallie.
DUALLIE OWNER’S MANUAL
pointing up and parallel to the swing arm. When it is properly adjusted,
it will require considerable pressure to close the lever. If you do not
feel this resistance, turn the quick release lever back to the fully open
position, Fig. 16. Tighten the adjusting nut by hand (no tools required!)
To adjust cable
tension, there are
two barrel adjusters
in the brake
Brake
Body
Tire
one or two more turns in the clockwise direction. Move the quick
assembly, shown in
Fig. 12 and Fig. 8.
To tighten the cable,
loosen the lock ring
and turn the barrel
adjuster in the
counter clockwise
direction. Secure the
barrel adjuster in the
new position by
release lever toward the closed position, Fig. 18. When properly
Rim
adjusted, it requires 80-105 inch/pounds of pressure to move the
lever to the fully closed position. NOTE: Follow all instructions exactly.
If you are unsure how to operate the quick release, consult your
dealer.
Brake
Pad
3/16”
Fig.14 3/16” clearance between brake pad & rim
10 TIRE PRESSURE: The recommended tire pressure range is
embossed on the sidewall of the tire, (usually 30-40 psi). Tire pressure
can be adjusted to offer different degrees of suspension and rolling
resistance.
IMPORTANT: Inflation pressure must always fall within the range
embossed on the side
wall of the tire.
tightening the lock
ring against the
caliper or brake lever
body. There should
be a 3/16” clearance
between the rim and
brake pads as
SHOCK ABSORBERS: The
11
suspension system features two
shock positions to provide a
comfortable ride for kids of different
weights. The two positions are shown
in Fig. 2. Position 1 is intended
for occupants up to 50 lbs. ( 22.5
kg), while position 2 is intended
for occupants from 50 to 100
lbs. (22.5 to 45 kg) total. The
Duallie features a sliding track and
spring loaded shock axle that
automatically locks in place when
it aligns with either of the two shock
settings. Shock position adjustments
should be made with the stroller
unloaded. The Duallie will lock into
position 1 when unfolding the
stroller. To use the stiffer
Fig.15 Brake pads shown aligned to rim
shown in Fig. 14. If
gap is not equal on
each brake pad, you
can reposition the
brake on the frame
by loosening the nut
shown in Fig. 8 with
a 10mm wrench,
adjust to the gap
shown in Fig. 14 and
re-tighten the 10mm
nut. If you do not
understand these
instructions, or feel
Quick Release Lever
In Fully Open Position
Fig.19
Sun canopy collapsed &
folded down on lower frame.
Adjusting Nut
Fig.16 Anatomy or rear wheel quick release
the brake is adjusted incorrectly, take the stroller to your dealer for
proper adjustment. If your brake pads (Fig. 8) are worn, see your
dealer for replacements.
shock position, move the
shock from position 1 to
position 2 by depressing the
REAR WHEEL: Fig. 16 shows the anatomy of the rear wheel quick
release in its open position. Install the wheel by sliding the axle into
the hole in the rear dropout (Fig. 16) until the washer on the axle
comes in contact with the dropout (Fig. 17). If the axle does not slide
all the way into the snap ring, it is necessary to loosen the quick
release. Do this by placing the quick release in the fully open position,
Fig. 16, and loosening the adjust nut on the quick release. Re-install
the wheel. The
shock release button (Fig.
9
3) with one hand, and with
Fig. 20
Stroller with canopy folded
the other hand, lift slightly and
pull the shock backward. When the
shock axle is properly aligned in
position 2, the axle will “snap” into
place. Repeat this process for the
second shock. To move the shock
from position 2 to position 1,
reverse the above process for both
shocks.
quick release is
NOT a nut and bolt
Dropout
system. It is a cam-
activated tightening
mechanism.
Securely tighten the
quick release as
follows:
Move the quick
12 FOLDING: Collapse the sun
canopy, rotating it forward towards
the front wheel, as shown in Fig.
19. Remove the contents of the Low
Boy cargo pouch. Unbuckle the
AFOD strap (Fig. 4). Release the
clasps shown in Fig. 1, rotating
them up and fold the handle
Snap Ring
release lever fully
open position,
Fig.17 Rear wheel installed with
snap ring contacting dropout.
Fig. 21
Depress shock release buttons,
Fig.16.
lift rear wheels & slide shocks forward.
Tighten the
forward as shown in Fig. 20.
adjusting nut by
turning it in the
clockwise direction.
Move the quick
release lever toward
the stroller, to the
closed position, Fig.
18. The word
With both hands, depress the
shock release knobs, lift the rear wheels slightly
and slide the shocks forward, Fig. 21. The
wheels will fold up and the stroller will
collapse as shown in Fig. 22. The
stroller can be folded to an
even more compact size by
removing the front and
CLOSE should be
clearly visible and
the quick release
lever should be
rear wheels. The front
wheel is removed by
opening the brake quick
Fig.18 Quick release closed
and in the closed position.
Fig. 22
Stroller in fully folded position
release (Fig. 8), opening the wheel
Phone: (805) 541-2554 Fax: (805) 543-8464, 3641 Sacramento Dr. #3 San Luis Obispo, California 93401
MA0070
quick release and
extremely soiled, it is possible to
remove the fabric from the frame.
To remove the seat fabric, use a
Philips head screwdriver to remove
all the fabric screws . The fabric
should be washed by hand and
hang dried. Do not machine wash
or dry. NOTE: Remove padded
seat back from its pocket before
washing!
STORAGE: It is best to store your
stroller indoors when it is not in
use. This will prolong its attractive
appearance. The sun's ultraviolet
rays can fade and damage the
fabric, the tires, and other plastic
parts.
Shock
Bracket
Flange
Seat Reclining
Ladder Locks
removing the wheel.
See section # 6 above.
The rear wheels are
removed by opening
the rear wheel quick
Elastic
Loop
releases, Fig. 16, and
removing the wheels.
To keep the stroller in
the folded position for
storage and transport
there are elastic loops
at the end of each
reclining strap. Simply
place the elastic loops
around the shock bracket
flanges. See Fig. 23. Note:
The elastic loop tie down
strength is highest when
the seat recline strap is in
the fully reclined position.
Fig. 27
Fig. 23 Secure stroller in folded position
Reclining
Strap Loops
Shoulder
Strap
CARGO: The Duallie is equipped
with four small pockets for the kids,
a seatback pocket and a Low Boy
cargo pouch under the stroller.
Adding weight to the seatback
changes the center of gravity of
the stroller, and increases the
possibility that it will tip over backwards. For this reason, loads in the
seatback pocket should never exceed two pounds. Although the
seatback is padded, it is important to remember that this is what your
child leans against. Never place sharp or injurious objects into the
seatback pocket.
D-Ring
13 SEAT SAFETY
Fig.28 Seat in fully reclined position.
HARNESS: To secure your
child in the seat, put one
strap over each shoulder
and connect the waist line
snap hooks to the crotch
strap D-ring as shown in
Fig. 24. Adjust shoulder
straps to be snug and
Fig. 24 Place straps over shoulders
and secure to D-ring.
secure as shown in Fig. 25.
Connect and adjust the sternum
strap, see Fig. 26.
WARNING: Never place
passengers in the stroller without
securing them in the harness.
Unrestrained passengers can affect
the control of the stroller. Total
Passenger Weight Limit - 100
Pounds (45 Kilograms)
Shoulder
LIMITED WARRANTY
Strap
BOB Trailers Inc. takes pride in its workmanship and strives to
manufacture the best products possible. Therefore, we warranty our
Duallies against defects in material and workmansip subject to the
conditions listed below. Since no product is indestructible, it does not
cover defects attributable to or resulting from normal wear or tear,
abuse or alteration.
Frame is warranted for 5 years.
Components and fabric are warranted for one year.
Warranty is only valid for the original purchaser.
Proof of purchase is required to exercise this warranty.
Labor and freight charges are not included.
14 RECLINING SEAT: To recline the
seat, secure the parking brake,
rotate the ladder locks forward, Fig.
27, thus releasing the reclining
straps. The seat back can be
adjusted to recline anywhere
between the fully upright position
and the fully reclined position where
the loops run into the ladder locks,
Fig. 28.
Fig. 25 Securely adjust shoulder straps
Normal wear, neglect, abuse, accidents, improper assembly or
maintenance, or the installation of parts or accessories not
compatible with the original intended use of the stroller, as sold,
are not covered by this Warranty.
Warranty claims must be made through an authorized dealer.
This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective
part. BOB shall in no event be responsible for consequential or
special damages.
Sternum
Strap
To return the stroller to the fully up
right position, set the parking brake
and pull the reclining straps (Fig.
28) until the seat is in the fully
upright position.
This Limited Warranty is the only express or implied warranty
applicable to BOB. Any implied warranties, including warranties
of merchantability and fitness shall be limited in scope and duration
in accordance with this limited warranty.
Fig. 26 Connect Sternum Strap
STROLLER ACCESSORIES
15
SEAT TENSIONING: The seat compartments are divided by a
Also available for Duallie Models
section of nylon webbing that runs the length of the stroller. From time
to time it may be necessary to increase the tension of the webbing.
To adjust the tension start with handlebar in the fully open position as
shown in Fig 3. At the top of the seat the webbing loops over the
handlebar cross tube and connects to a laddelock. At the bottom of
the ladderlock there is a tensioning strap. Pull on this strap to increase
the tension.
Warm Fuzzy Seat Insert -
The ultimate in plushness
& comfort. Thick,
polypropylene fleece
will give you and
your child a warm fuzzy!
(Two required)
STROLLER MAINTENANCE TIPS AND FABRIC CARE:
The SUS fabric is 100% polyester with a stain resistant treatment that
makes cleanup easy. Small cleanups can be done by sponging with
a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water (maximum temperature
of 100 degree Fahrenheit). Rinse thoroughly with clean water to
remove soap then air dry. Do not use detergent. If the seat becomes
Your little one will be
dry & comfortable in bad
weather, strolling with the
BOB Weather Shield!..
|