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Safety First! 

Always wear a safety helmet and use the safety features supplied with your trike.

Do not use on steep inclines, heavy cambers, or sloping or uneven ground which may
cause the vehicle to tilt suddenly.  Do not ride over curbs.

Discourage bad practice such as leaning, by stopping each time it occurs.

Do not exceed walking speed with “Carer Controlled Trikes”   Slow down to turn and 
steady the trike with the backrest.

Never leave the rider unattended.  Use the “Park Brake” for mounting and dismount-
ing only.

Only one person may ride the trike.  Do not allow others to take “piggy back “ rides.

To ensure good stability, keep the correct tyre pressure at all times.  (20 psi)

WARNING.    Always  remove  the  control  arm  when  using  the  trike  independently.
Slight movement of the handlebars can cause rapid movement of the arm which may
cause serious eye or face injury to small children.  Never allow small children to push
or steer the tricycle with the arm.

Excessive upward / downward force on the steering arm may cause mechanical dam-
age and steering mechanism failure.  Use the arm for steering and light pushing only.

Never 

use the arm as a lever, (for example to lift the trike over a curb).

Follow the guidelines on assembly and adjustment.  If your child might be at risk from
poor adjustment or overuse, seek your healthcare professional’s advice before first
use and at each subsequent adjustment.

Tomcat SNI Ltd, endeavour to make its products as safe as possible but ulti-
mately cannot control their usage.  Ensure the product is used in accordance 
with these recommendations, with due care, and in a safe manner.

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Summary of Contents for Tiger

Page 1: ...s handbook before using your Tiger Trike for the first time For more detailed advice visit www tomcatuk org SECTIONS IN THIS MANUAL Safety Procedures Page 2 Set up and Adjustment Page 3 8 Posture Problems and Solutions Page 9 10 Maintenance Page 11 Tomcat Carer Control Instructions Page 12 13 Guarantee Contact Details Page 14 THE QUEEN S AWARDS FOR ENTERPRISE INNOVATION 2013 ...

Page 2: ...m when using the trike independently Slight movement of the handlebars can cause rapid movement of the arm which may cause serious eye or face injury to small children Never allow small children to push or steer the tricycle with the arm Excessive upward downward force on the steering arm may cause mechanical dam age and steering mechanism failure Use the arm for steering and light pushing only Ne...

Page 3: ...inted agent and before any remedial work is undertaken This guarantee applies to the original purchaser only and does not pass to any third party through transfer of ownership or custody By offering this guarantee Tomcat Trikes Ltd in no way seeks to diminish a consumers statuary rights Tomcat SNI Ltd Unit 13 7 The Gloucester Business Park Hucclecote Gloucester GL3 4AA Tel 01452 616900 Fax 01452 6...

Page 4: ...e aware of the Carers intentions or what is safe or dangerous and may unexpectedly attempt an inappropriate action therefore A Carer Controlled trike must ALWAYS be controlled by a carer who must ALWAYS maintain a grip on the control handle A Carer Controlled trike must NEVER be used at greater than walking speed as safe control is not possible on the run A Tomcat is a light fast trike intended to...

Page 5: ...the handle by the crook at all times Pull back gently to brake Speed Control Practice applying the brake and using the brake as a speed control device on hills or when the rider is pedalling too fast To do this hold the handle steadily by the crook and simply walk at your preferred speed The trike will adjust to that speed automatically by applying greater braking force as the trike attempts to go...

Page 6: ... by adjusting the locking buckle position When correctly adjusted you need only release the hook and loop closure when taking the child on and off the trike To adjust the backrest depth All Types Slacken the backrest bracket and slide forwards and backwards as necessary Re tighten after adjustment 5mm Allen Key Page 6 CARING FOR YOUR TIGER 1 Keep away from extremes of heat dampness or prolonged su...

Page 7: ...l usually guide you to the cause of the problem but if you cannot resolve it by simple adjustment consult your Physio or Tomcat or visit FAQ s at www tomcatuk org before continuing Note Tomcat can usually identify the problem by video The trike pulls to one side or is difficult to steer The rider is fighting you for steering control and winning Usually it is excitement and they will settle down bu...

Page 8: ...ebars 1 Screw the small screw near the brake cable in or out as required Adjust the brake block clearance accordingly To adjust the brake 1 Slacken the lock nut with an 8mm spanner 2 Turn the adjuster until the correct clearance is achieved 1 to 3mm total gap between brake blocks and wheel rim WRONG Toes point down Move the footshoe backwards CORRECT Square ankle similar to a standing person WRONG...

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