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4.
USE OF THE PRODUCT
4.1.
Safety and driving precautions
WARNING:
NOTE:
4.2.
Theft prevention
The Duet is provided with a high quality lock. Always lock the Duet when leaving is
unattended, even for a very short period.
Whenever you want to take extra precautions against theft, a additional cable lock can be
bought at any bicycle shop. It is worthwhile anchoring your Duet to a pole or fence with an
extra cable lock. The cable does have to through the frame, and one of the three wheels and
not just through the rear wheel.
In case it is the first time that you drive a tricycle, please be aware that you are not
used to the driving characteristics as they differ from regular bicycles.
Please do not tend to drive over-enthusiastic in your Duet and please do not drive
up and down pavements and kerbs, By doing this, the Duet can be damaged both
visible or invisible and bring in extra risks. Also try to avoid large irregularities in the
road.
The Duet may not be used by the wheelchair user or the bike user alone when both
parts are connected!
You use the Duet on public roads. It goes without saying that you will observe the
traffic rules, for your own safety and that of other road users. Furthermore, you
must ensure that that is bicycle is equipped such that is meets the statutory
minimum requirements. This is, it is true, the case when you purchase your Duet,
but it may no longer be so after a time because e.g. of wear on certain components
such as brakes or lighting. Have these things checked regularly, preferably by your
Duet dealer.
When cycling , keep your hands on the grips and remain seated on the saddle
(except of course, during mounting and dismounting)
Caution on journeys on wet, slanting, uneven and slippery road surfaces or on tram
rails.
The Duet biker must be at least 16 years old.
The Duet has to be checked for roadworthy condition before use.
The wheelchair user has to be fastened with belts according to his/her disability.
Please drive your Duet cycle according to the legislations of the country, for your
own safety and the safety of your surrounding. For safe use of your Duet, we
prescribe to replace any worn part like tyres, brakes and cables with original parts
directly. These parts can be bought at your dealer, who is also capable of carrying
out the replacement.
In pedestrian areas the Duet may go at walking pace only.
For journeys in darkness a proper lighting system has to be mounted on the Duet. At
night switch on the lights. Be visible; wear brightly coloured clothing.
The road traffic act and all traffic laws are to be obeyed on all journeys on public
roads. Every road user must act in such a way that no other person can be
jeopardized, damaged or hindered.
Always wear ANSI or BSI or GS approved safety helmets - both: the wheelchair user
and the biker.
Have the Duet checked by your supplier after any collision or when the Duet is
otherwise (visual) damaged.
Check the tyre pressure and refill the tyres if necessary every two weeks. Check the
tyres at the same time for excessive wear and damage. Replace if necessary.
Have the Duet checked on a yearly basis by your supplier.
