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Hi, I'm Sarah from Graco and I'm going to show you how to care for and maintain the wheels and tires on your Graco jogging stroller.
Jogging strollers require a different level of maintenance compared to traditional strollers.
Our Graco jogging strollers have air-filled rubber tires, which means caring for the wheels on your jogger is similar to caring for the wheels on a bicycle.
Not properly caring for the wheels on your jogging stroller can hinder the performance of your stroller.
Regular cleaning and maintenance of your wheels will help to keep your jogger in good condition for easier strolling and jogging.
To maintain your wheel axles, completely clean your stroller to remove dirt and grime from the mechanisms and wheel assemblies.
To clean the wheel assembly, first remove the wheels from the stroller.
Make sure to thoroughly clean the kingpin on each wheel and the wheel attachment points on the stroller.
You can use a cloth with household soap and warm water to clean the wheel axles.
Anytime you use your stroller at the beach, completely clean the stroller afterwards to remove sand and salt from the mechanisms and wheel assemblies.
Before using your jogging stroller, check the tire pressure.
Over time, your tires can deflate, especially after sitting in storage for extended periods of time.
It is easiest to check the tire pressure if you first remove the wheels from the stroller.
Then, unscrew the cap on the tire and use a tire pressure gauge to check the current pressure level.
If the tire pressure level is low, you will need to inflate your tires.
Do not use an air compressor to inflate your tires. Only use a hand pump like shown.
Double check the pressure listed on each wheel as it may vary between front and rear wheels.
After cleaning your wheels, apply a light oil such as 3-in-1 oil or sewing machine oil.
It is important to get the oil into the attachment point as shown.
Reattach the wheels.
An easy way to tell if your front swivel wheel assembly needs to be cleaned or if you need to add oil is to perform the pendulum test.
Place the stroller on its back with the front swivel wheel lifted up off the ground.
Swivel the wheel towards the front of the stroller.
If the wheel sticks in place and does not swivel back to the original position, you need to clean and apply oil to the wheel assembly.
If the wheel easily swivels back into place, it does not require cleaning or oil at this time.
Bring your stroller upright and you're ready to stroll.
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