WARNING
CYCLING WITH A CHILD IS A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITY!
This manual contains many WARNINGS and notes. Be sure to read and understand the
manual thoroughly BEFORE taking your child for a ride. If you have any questions,
please call us directly at 1.800.456.BELL.
SHELL
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/ SUPER SHELL
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Rear child carrier
1. Read all instructions before use! Failure to
read, understand and follow these instructions
may result in an otherwise avoidable accident.
You or your passenger could be seriously
injured or die.
2. The safe and proper use of this product is
your responsibility! In addition to obeying all
trafc laws, and using proper hand signals, the
rules listed below must be followed at all times.
3. Use this child carrier only with non-motorized
bicycles capable of supporting the additional
load of the carrier, child, pack and contents.
Do not use your child carrier on motorcycles,
mopeds, automobiles or any other motor vehicle.
Check the information supplied with your bicycle
to verify compatibility or ask your retailer.
4. We recommend a frequent safety check of
your bicycle. The bicycle to which the carrier is
attached must be in good working order, be
able to accommodate the additional load, and
be the proper size and adjustment for the rider.
5. Do not modify, x any part, or alter child
carrier or bicycle. Contact Customer Service if
you are not sure whether your bicycle is
compatible with your child carrier or if you
have questions or concerns about any parts
or components.
6. Do not operate a bicycle with a child carrier
attached without rst reading and understanding
this manual. If you have any questions,
contact our Customer Service.
7. Do not use on any bicycle with rear
suspension, bicycles that have a suspension
seat post or with frames that are square,
triangular or carbon ber.
8. Do not leave the child unattended in
the child carrier.
9. Both cyclist and child must wear
approved bicycle helmets.
10. Children must be old enough to wear an
approved bicycle helmet and to sit upright
without assistance. If your child is too small to
properly wear the smallest size approved
helmet, he/she should not ride in the carrier.
Some states have mandatory helmet
requirements and minimum age limits for
children riding in child carriers. Consult your
pediatrician before riding with any child.
11. Do not exceed the maximum carrier load
of 40 lbs for child, pack and contents. The
load of a child carrier may lessen the stability
and maneuverability and alter the riding
characteristics of the bicycle, particularly
regarding steering and braking. Check child’s
weight periodically that they have not
exceeded the weight capacity.
12. Always fasten harness securely around
child. Periodically check placement of harness,
especially for a sleeping child. Do not allow any
of the child’s body, clothing, shoelaces or toys
to come in contact with moving parts of the
bicycle, as this can lead to entrapments and cause
injury or death to both the rider and the child.
13. Instruct your child not to bounce, rock
or lean. Sudden shifting of weight can lead
to serious injury or death to you and
your passenger.
14. Presence of a child carrier on a bicycle
may require alteration of the method used by
the rider to mount or dismount the bicycle, as
well as reduce the movability of the handlebar.
Care must be taken whenever the rider gets on
or off the bicycle. It is recommended that a
change to the handlebar is made if the
reduced angle of steering to each side is
less than 45 degrees.
15. Cyclist must be an experienced, strong
rider weighing 100 pounds or more.
16. Do not use a kickstand or other parking
device to support the bicycle with a child
carrier attached. Attaching a carrier can
change the balance of the bicycle making
kickstands ineffective. The bicycle can fall
over, damaging it and the carrier.
17. Do not transport bicycle on an automobile
with the child carrier attached. The force of the
high wind on the carrier may degrade or
damage the carrier to the point that it will not
perform reliably.
18. Avoid riding at night. Your ability to see
and to be seen is greatly reduced. If you must
ride at night, use proper lighting and reectors
on your bike and wear reective clothing.
19. Never ride in inclement or hazardous
conditions. Children should be properly
clothed to be protected from the elements.
Check the temperature of the child carrier
before placing child in it to make sure the
carrier is not too hot.
20. Never install both a rear child carrier and a
front child carrier on a single bicycle.
21. Do not mount anything else to the carrier
rack except for the Bell child carrier.
22. When no child is being carried, fasten the
retention system buckles so the straps do not
hang loosely and potentially become trapped
in any moving parts of the bicycle.
23. Before each ride, ensure the mounted
carrier does not interfere with braking,
pedaling, or steering of the bicycle.
24. A rear reector that complies with CPSC
regulations must be visible whether the carrier
is on the bicycle or not.
25. Tighten fasteners securely and check
them frequently.
26. Always check any local laws specic to
carrying of children in carriers attached to
cycles before riding.
27. Do not use the carrier if any part is broken.
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