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PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST
(To be performed by a supervising adult)
Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following
safety checks. Do not ride a battery powered ride-on toy that is
not in proper working condition! Replace any worn or broken parts
as needed.
Steering and Control
The steering wheel or handlebars are tightened and secured in
the mount or dashboard.
The steering wheel or handlebars are positioned so that the
rider can easily operate and steer the ride on. There must be
no difficulty for the rider in turning and/or operating the
powered foot pedal or hand operated push button.
The steering wheel or handlebars are aligned so that the
steering column and front wheels are oriented in the same
direction.
Wheels
The wheels are securely attached to the battery powered ride
on and the axels are in good condition. It is acceptable to have
slight lateral movement in each wheel.
The wheels have no holes or are worn down in any one area
and that the traction strips are intact and secured to the
wheels.
The drive wheel is securely fastened to the gear box, which
houses the motor.
Vehicle
For all electrical components, make sure:
• the battery is fully charged
• the charging cord is NOT attached to the ride on in any
way
• all connectors are securely snapped in place and will not
come detached while riding
• no wiring is exposed, worn, or detached in any way; the
motor is not hot to touch
• all electrical buttons, including the power button,
accelerator foot pedal or hand operated button, and any
buttons for lights and sounds, work properly
• If the ride on’s electrical components show any sign of
damage or missing parts DO NOT RIDE until the condition
is corrected
Make sure the ride on is:
• clean, dry, and in good condition
• all plastic pieces, including fenders, seat, footrests,
steering wheel or handlebars, wheels, bumpers, and/or
hub caps are securely attached
• there are no cracks or structural problems on the ride-on
toy
• if the ride-on toy shows any sign of damage or missing
parts DO NOT RIDE IT until the condition is corrected
Make sure all safety labels are in place and readable, and
understood by the rider.
