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Keep the air intake opening clear of debris.
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Do not touch the muffler or cylinder. These parts get extremely hot from
operation and remain hot for a short time after the equipment is turned
off.
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Avoid excess drive spindle to tire slippage to prevent abnormal spindle
tire wear.
DRIVING DEFENSIVELY
Although the engine noise has been reduced, it is difficult to hear vehicles approaching you -
head check often and before changing direction. The Bigfoot Go-Ped® has been designed to
operate off-road on any hard pack dry surfaces: avoid wet and or oily surfaces, loose sand,
potholes, etc. Always use both hands on the handle bar when riding.
STARTING
BEFORE YOU RIDE -
Bigfoot Go-Ped® should be warmed up. Simply trim the motor up so
the spindle is not engaged to the wheel. Use the side (“kick”) stand to keep the Bigfoot Go-Ped®
from falling over. Follow the instructions on the engine pull start cover that explains the choke
and primer features.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Pump primer bulb until fuel flows steadily through clear overflow tube.
2) Move choke lever to the closed position.
3) Set throttle to start position (half).
4) Pull starter until engine starts.
5) Allow engine to warm up before using.
6) To stop, idle engine, push red kill button.
After warming up the engine (30 seconds to one minute), Place hands on the hand grips (no
throttle), raise the side stand and place one foot on the deck. With the other foot briskly push the
Bigfoot Go-Ped® forward and slowly trim the motor down using the thumb lever (this may take a
little practice, but adequate skill should come within a couple of hours). All this might be easier
on a downhill grade.
MOTORIZED RIDING
Power transmission is through a drive spindle connected directly to the engine crankshaft. The
rear wheel must be engaged to the drive spindle for motorized operation. Your drive spindle can
be engaged or disengaged by using the engine trim thumb lever. Excessive slippage of the fric-
tion drive spindle will greatly increase rear tire wear. The rear foot pedal controls rear wheel braking.
MAINTENANCE / PARTS
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All frame parts are available through your distributor
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Engine parts are also available through your local Go-Ped® dealer.
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Use only manufactures original equipment replacement parts when servicing this unit.
These parts are available from your authorized dealer. The use of non-standard parts, or
other accessories or attachments not designed for this unit could result in serious injury to
the user or damage to the unit.
Congratulations!
Your purchase puts you among the first of charter member Bigfoot
Go-Ped® owners! For years of Bigfooting fun, and to keep your Bigfoot Go-Ped® in top-notch
condition, please read the following information BEFORE YOU RIDE.
BIGFOOT GO-PED® Assembly Instructions
FRONT WHEEL:
1)
Inspect all components for damage
2)
Remove bolt and washers from end of front axle.
3)
Remove front axle from front steering arm.
4)
Insert brake disk into front brake caliper and align wheel with axle bushing.
5)
Insert axle through steering arm bushing and into wheel hub.
It may be necessary to align
inner wheel spacer to allow axle insertion.
6)
Install and tighten axle bolt.
7)
Check for smooth wheel rotation and proper front brake actuation.
REAR WHEEL:
1)
Remove bolt and washers from end of rear axle.
2)
Adjust engine trim to full forward stop position.
3)
Install rear wheel with valve stem on left side to prevent interference with gas tank bracket.
4)
Rotate rear fender and tank mount bracket and align with rear axle.
NOTE: Make sure left side fender tab hooks securely on outside of engine support
bracket.
1)
Install axle bolt with washers between bearings and bracket and nut.
2)
Tighten rear axle bolt.
3)
Check for free rotation of rear wheel.
4)
Check for proper operation of rear brake.
5)
Check for proper operation of engine trim and drive roller tire contact.
Oil & Fuel Information
The Bigfoot Go-Ped® has a two-stroke engine that requires oil to be mixed with gasoline. Use a
high quality 2 cycle oil that is formulated for small air cooled engines.
Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions
NOTE:
For proper engine operation and maximum reliability, pay strict attention to the oil
and fuel mixing instructions. Use a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio, using improperly mixed fuel can severely
damage the engine.
U
se the following procedure to ensure proper mixing:
1)
Put a small amount of fresh gasoline into a clean 1(U.S.) gallon (3.875-liter) fuel can.
2)
Add 3.2 ounces of 2-cycle oil.
3)
Fill the remainder of the fuel can with gasoline (1gallon).
4)
Screw the fuel can cap on tight and
SHAKE THE CAN VIGOROUSLY FOR 30
SECONDS.
BE SURE TO READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START OR
OPERATE THIS UNIT.
Using old or improper oil or fuel, or improperly mixing
the oil and fuel can cause engine damage. This type of
damage will void engine warranty.
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Do not wear loose fitting clothes or articles
such as scarves, strings, chains, ties, etc.
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Do not remove rear fender which guards drive
mechanism from foreign objects.
Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated area - outdoors,
carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area.
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