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AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS:
Kixi
®
products are intended to allow younger children to learn and to enjoy their
early experiences using ride-on toys. The Kixi Balance Bike is designed to help
children learn and develop skills of balance and motion by providing supervised,
low speed, foot-operated learning opportunities that a child can use to develop
riding skills that can be built upon in years to come.
Adult supervision is required as children learn and grow because very young
children do not understand the risks of riding in areas with cars and are at a
very high risk of falling and injuring themselves as they first experience the fun
– and the risks – of riding something using their own power and skill. Protecting
children as they learn is an important part of the developmental process.
This manual contains important information. For your child’s safety, it is your
responsibility to review this information and make sure that you instruct your
child to follow all warnings, cautions, instructions and safety topics. Razor USA
recommends that you periodically review and reinforce the information in this
manual with younger riders and that you inspect and maintain your child’s Kixi
Balance Bike to insure their safety.
GENERAL WARNING:
Balance bike riding can be a hazardous
activity. Certain conditions may cause the equipment to fail without fault of the
manufacturer. Balance bikes can and are intended to move, and it is therefore
possible to get into dangerous situations and/or lose control and/or fall. If such
things occur you can be seriously injured or die. LIKE ANY OTHER MOVING
PRODUCT, USING A BALANCE BIKE CAN BE A DANGEROUS ACTIVITY AND
MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH EVEN WHEN USED WITH PROPER SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND USE COMMON SENSE.
This manual contains many warnings and cautions concerning the consequences
of failing to maintain, inspect or properly use your Kixi Balance Bike.
Because any incident can result in serious injury or even death, we do not
repeat the warning of potential serious injury or death each time such a
possibility is mentioned.
WARNING:
• Protective equipment should be worn. Not to be used in traffic.
• This toy has no brake.
• Do not allow children under age three (3) to use the balance bike. The
recommended rider age of 3 years is only an estimate, and can be affected
by the rider’s size, weight or skills. A rider must be tall enough to walk the
bicycle while sitting comfortably in the seat, putting both feet flat on the
ground. Any rider unable to fit comfortably on the balance bike should not
attempt to ride it. Close adult supervision is required.
• Always pay attention to where your child is going.
• This toy should be used with caution, since skill is required to avoid falls or
collisions causing injury to the user or third parties.
• Always wear safety equipment, such as helmet, knee pads and elbow pads.
• Always wear a helmet when riding a balance bike and keep the chinstrap
securely buckled.
• Always wear closed toe shoes.
• Do not ride on streets, where cars may be present. Ride on smooth, paved
surfaces without loose debris, such as rocks or gravel, and away from
motor vehicles.
• Avoid sharp bumps, drainage grates, and sudden surface changes as the
balance bike may suddenly stop.
• Avoid surfaces with water, mud, ice, sand, gravel, dirt, leaves and other
debris. Wet weather impairs traction, stopping, and visibility.
• A sudden or sharp turn of the handlebars may cause the balance bike to tip over.
• Do not ride at night or when visibility is impaired.
• Obey all local traffic and bike laws and regulations.
• Watch out for pedestrians.
• Rider should stop the balance bike with their feet on the ground. Never allow
your child to exceed walking pace on the balance bike. Avoid excessive
speed associated with downhill rides.
• Do not exceed 44 lb (20 kg) total weight on the Kixi Balance Bike.
• Rider weight does not necessarily mean a child’s size is appropriate to fit or
maintain control of the balance bike.
• A parent’s decision to allow his or her child to ride this product should be
based on the child’s maturity, skill and ability to follow rules.
ACCEPTABLE RIDING PRACTICES AND CONDITIONS
Direct parental supervision is required at all times. Balance bikes are meant to
be used only in controlled environments, free of potential traffic hazards and
not on public streets. Do not allow your child to ride a balance bike in any areas
where vehicle traffic is present. Child must maintain a hold on the handlebars
with both hands at all times. Never allow more than one child at a time to ride
a balance bike. Never use near steps, sloped driveways, hills, roadways, alleys
or swimming pool areas. Stop the balance bike by placing feet on the ground.
PROPER RIDING ATTIRE
Always ensure child is wearing proper protective equipment, such as an
approved safety helmet. A helmet may be legally required by local law or
regulation in your area. A child should always wear closed toe shoes, never
ride barefooted or in sandals, and keep shoelaces tied and out of the way of the
wheels. Knee pads and elbow pads are recommended.
FAILURE TO USE COMMON SENSE AND HEED THE ABOVE WARNINGS
FURTHER INCREASES RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK
AND WITH APPROPRIATE AND SERIOUS ATTENTION TO SAFE OPERATION.
USE CAUTION.
WARNING:
ALWAYS INSPECT BALANCE BIKE PRIOR TO RIDING.
Properly inspecting and maintaining your balance bike can reduce the risk of
injury. Always inspect your balance bike before riding and regularly maintain it.
Replace worn parts when they occur.
WARNING:
CHECK LOCAL LAWS REGARDING BALANCE BIKE USE.
Check local laws and regulations to see where and how you may use your
balance bike legally. In many states and local areas balance bike riders are
required BY LAW to wear a helmet. Check local laws and regulations regarding
laws governing helmet use and balance bike operation in your area.
Safety Warnings .............................................................................................. 1
Before You Begin.............................................................................................. 2
Assembly Instructions ...................................................................................3-4
Balance Bike Parts ........................................................................................... 5
How to Ride/Check Before Riding ................................................................... 6
Safety Reminders/Warranty ............................................................................ 7
SAFETY WARNINGS
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