To clean the fabric of your pram, hand wash it in lukewarm water and soap (approx 30 degrees). Rinse with fresh water and leave to dry. Never use bleach or chemical detergents, neither should you dry clean the fabric or put in the tumble dryer.
Periodically (around 1 a month) treat the wheels and metal parts with Teflon or Silicon sprays (see suggestions below) to ensure the pushchair continues to run smoothly.
Inspect the locking devices, brakes, harness, catches, joints and fixtures to ensure they are secure, moving freely and in fully working order.
If any parts of the pram have become stiff, difficult to operate or begin to squeak, try a light application of a sprayable silicone lubricant, ensuring that it penetrates between the components. Take care as excessive application may encourage the build-up of dirt.
WARNING!
Ensure children are not present when spraying the pram or allowing it to dry. Do so outside. Ensure you only use minimal product and wipe away excess solution before use.
Regular light lubrication of moving parts will also extend the life of your pram so you might like to do this as a preventative measure.
Do not use any lubricant other than those specifically marked as a ‘Silicone Lubricant’ (for example, DO NOT use the standard WD40 as doing so can deteriorate the plastic parts of your pram and also attract dirt and dust). We recommend WD-40 SPECIALIST Silicon Lubricantt, Selleys Ezy Glide Dry Silicon Spray or SCA Silicone Spray available from Supercheap Auto, Bunnings and most hardware stores.
Selleys 150g Ezy Glide Dry Lubricant Aerosol - Bunnings Australia
WD-40 Specialist 150g Anti Friction Dry PTFE Lubricant - Bunnings Australia
The aluminium parts of most prams are anodized to protect it from external influences such as corrosion. Anodized aluminium parts are vulnerable to acidic cleaners and grease, which can cause stains and discolouration of aluminium parts. We therefore advise you to clean the aluminium parts of your pushchair with warm water and a soft cloth.
Preventing rust and mould
After exposure to wet or damp conditions, leave the pram fully opened in a warm, well ventilated environment to prevent rust and mould. If really wet, you may also need to dry with a soft, lint free cloth. Left damp, it will encourage mildew or rust to form, damaging the pram.
Seat salt can also encourage rust to form. After trips to the beach always give the metal parts of your pram a wipe down with warm water. Then towel or cloth dry, before leaving open to fully dry in a warm, well-ventilated environment.