Mountain Trike MT push, User Manual

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MT push - Owner’s Manual Issue 1
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Take a moment to decide the best approach when transferring. It may not be possible to use the
method you would normally use transferring chair to chair, so make sure you’re comfortable with
any approach before an attempt is made.
CAUTION - Contact with the high performance, off road tyres can cause abrasion to skin
and clothing during transfer. If a side-on transfer is attempted, ensure the tyres are
covered or that sufficient clearance can be guaranteed before any attempt is made.
Your MT push dealer can advise you on recommended modes of transfer, however, the method
and the approach taken is down to the individual. Please take a moment to determine the best
method for you.
2.3 Steering
It is also recommended to practice turning and get a feel for the turning circle of the MT push in a
flat and smooth area that’s free of obstructions before moving onto more challenging terrain or
busy or confined spaces.
It is important to consider your speed when attempting turns. Avoid making quick turns especially
on uneven or cambered ground.
CAUTION – The Pusher / attendant must be aware of their responsibility to take care
when steering as the User’s safety is their responsibility
2.4 Braking
The MT push come equipped with two high specification mountain bike hydraulic disc brakes.
These provide an unsurpassed level of braking power and control. The brakes work on the two
main front wheels.
Only very gentle pressure on the brake lever is required to begin braking. To provide small
amounts of braking force to check speed, only gentle pressure is required. As the left and right
brakes are independent it is also important to apply force evenly to each brake lever so that each
wheel is experiencing the same amount of force, otherwise you could veer to the side.
Again, use smooth, flat and open ground to practice braking and get a feel for the brakes and
making controlled stops before attempting more challenging terrain.
Note: Always keep at least one or two fingers resting on the brakes at all times when riding.
This is known as ‘covering the brakes’ and is a technique that can give better control and reduce
any tendency to ‘grab’ the brakes suddenly.