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g) When riding your scooter for the first time, test the brakes at a slow speed on a large
level surface without obstructions. Also, never attempt to stop suddenly using the front
brake only, as this could throw the rider off the front of the scooter.
h) Check and adjust the brakes, if necessary, at the first sign of failure. This will enable
the rider to make a quick and smooth stop.
i) If the stem is not inserted into the head tube to at least the minimum insertion line, it is
possible to over-tighten the handlebar stem bolt and damage the fork stem body. This
could cause an unsafe condition and risk injury to the rider.
Before and after use
- Check all screws and fittings are secure before giving to a child.
- Ensure all locking devices are engaged. Ensure there are no broken components.
- If the tyre does not feel firm, please inflate the wheel by pump. Ensure tyres are firm but
do not overinflated. The tyre pressure should not exceed the level recommended by the
manufacturer (indicated on the side of the tyre).
- Spin each wheel to make sure the wheel rotates smoothly indicating that the bearings
are undamaged.
- Check whether the brakes are working properly.
- If the brake rubbers touch the wheel rim, loosen the anchor bolt nut which to fix the
cable of the brake, and let the brake rubbers spring open a little, to clear the wheel rim.
Re-tighten the anchor bolt nut and squeeze and release the brake lever. Check the
clearance again. Repeat the adjustment if necessary.
- If one brake rubber is farther away from the wheel rim, use a hammer and screwdriver
to tap the spring on the side where the brake rubber has more clearance. Do this until
both brake blocks are the same distance from the rim.
