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CRICKET STEPPER
OWNER’S MANUAL
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HOW TO RIDE CRICKET STEPPER FOR BEGINNERS
LEANING HOW TO RIDE CRICKET STEPPER. INFORMATION FOR BEGGINERS.
WARNING:
Before you use CRICKET STEPPER, it is recommended you have a
CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) approved cycling helmet or other helmet
to protect your head, and all other safety gear for your protection mentioned in this
manual. Reference on SAFETY section (pg 3-5). If you have any health issues, check
with your doctor to make sure you are physically healthy enough to exercise.
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It is always recommended for your safety, to start the learning process of riding your CRICKET
STEPPER, by doing a practice run in a controlled environment. Pick a large spot, with no
obstacles, traffic, or pedestrians. Ride your CRICKET STEPPER until you feel comfortable
enough to go on a “real ride”, make sure
that you make several starts and stops and right and
left turns.
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When you attempt to ride CRICKET STEPPER, start by standing in the back of the tricycle
facing the front wheel; grab the handle grips with the corresponding hands, (left and right). Look
for the crank shaft position under each pedal. Always step up on the pedal on the side where
the crank shaft is facing nearest to the rear side of the tricycle, (can be the left or the right
pedal). Place the corresponding foot on the correct pedal and press down until it reaches its
lowest limit. Then give a push forward with the other foot on the ground surface to propel the
tricycle forward. Once the tricycle starts moving forward, proceed to place the corresponding
foot on the upper pedal. Press the upper pedal all the way down until your leg is completely
straight. Do not press the opposite pedal until the leg you are pushing down is completely
straight. Every time you press the upper pedal down you need to wait until your leg is straight
before pushing the opposite pedal. This procedure allows the crank shaft to rotate 360 degrees
automatically to continue moving forward every time you press the upper pedal FULL STRIDE.
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When you need extra power to move the tricycle forward, press the pedal where the crank shaft
is nearer to the back of the tricycle about half way or 3 quarters of the way. The crank shaft will
rotate backwards. This procedure allows the crank shaft to readjust automatically; and the
opposite pedal will go up simultaneously ready to press down and continue pedaling forward
giving you extra power when you need it. Always press the upper pedal all the way down until
your leg is completely straight before pressing the opposite pedal.
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Once you have both feet securely on top of both pedal shoes, position your feet near the middle
of the pedal platform. You can always move your foot position while riding to find the ideal spot
for your riding style. Always try to keep your entire foot placed in the center or towards the
front of the foot platform. Your foot should never be outside the foot platform.
WARNING:
NEVER LET YOUR BODY WEIGHT REST AT THE END TIP OF THE
PLATFORM SHOE. This can make the tricycle to flip backwards. IT CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR WORSE.