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Braking. 

 

To brake the Tiger, pull back on the brake handle.   

Speed Control.

 

To control the speed, hold the handle at the top with fingers wrapped about the crook of the 
handle and walk normally.  When the trike accelerates away, don't brake or try to keep up.  Let 
the trike pull the brake lever on, against the resistance of your fingers.  It will slow down to your 
walking speed because of the articulated brake design.  When you are both at the same speed 
again the brake will release.  

Park Brake.

 

Apply the park brake by pulling back on the strap brake lever then pushing the park brake button 
down. To release the park brake simply pull back on the strap lever again and the park brake will 
release.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Always check the brake is free before moving off.  Only use the park brake to prevent motion 
during mounting and dismounting.   

 

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General Considerations 

 
 

Ensure the park brake is applied, when a rider is getting on or off. 
A  Carer  Controlled  trike  assumes  the  Carer  is  the  primary  and  only  decision 
maker.  It assumes that the rider may not be aware of the Carers intentions or 
what  is  safe  or  dangerous  and  may  unexpectedly  attempt  an  inappropriate 
action, therefore:  

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A  Carer  Controlled  trike  must  ALWAYS  be  controlled  by  a  carer, 
who must ALWAYS maintain a grip on the control handle.  

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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 get the very best from the  human 
body  by  seating  the  rider  in  the  best  possible  geometrical  position,  however 
this  may  require  extra  supervisory  care  therefore  Carers  should  constantly 
assess the road ahead and take the following appropriate action.  
 

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Be  in  control  at  all  times.    Train  the  rider  that  you  make  the 
choices, by stopping the trike at each inappropriate influence.  

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Avoid potholes, soft, rutted or uneven surfaces. 

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Avoid  heavy  cambers,  particularly  adverse  cambers.    Avoid  sud-
den  acute  cambers  such  as  pavement  drop  kerbs.    Avoid  roads 
with high crowns.  

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Discourage leaning by the rider, adjust support if necessary.  

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If  avoidance is impossible, slow right down through the obstacle, 
and whilst steering with one hand, use the other hand to steady 
the trike by holding the backrest.  Be prepared to stop the trike if 
necessary. 

 

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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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