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The three wheeled scooter is intended to allow children to learn at their own
pace while feeling safe that they are not going to fall. Have them start by hav-
ing one foot on the three wheeled scooter and the other foot pushing off the
ground. The action is like walking and they will progress as they become com-
fortable. Your responsibility is to set limits on speed and appropriate location
for play. Be aware that young children can often master riding, but will still lose
their balance and fall while at play. So part of your supervision is that they not
leave the three wheeled scooter or other toys around where they play as they
may fall on them. It is also your responsibility to maintain the three wheeled
scooter after correctly assembling it.
Children should be made aware of all possible riding hazards and correct
riding behavior before they take off on the scooter. Please explain to them as
often as necessary:
• Adult supervision is required.
• Always wear a helmet and other safety equipment.
• Always keep the chin strap on the helmet securely buckled.
• Observe the age and weight limitations on the cover of this manual.
• Never have more than one rider and never try to tow anything.
• Do not ride at night.
• Do not ride in wet weather.
• Obey all local laws about cycling.
• Do not ride near swimming pools, ditches or drop offs.
• Do not ride if parts are broken or worn until fixed or replaced by your parent.
• Always ride on smooth surfaces or gentle slopes and avoid too much speed.
• Do not ride on streets, around cars, on hills, barefoot, or in skateboard or
vehicle traffic.
• Speed is a danger, avoid excessive speed going down hill; also avoid stunts,
jumps and bumps.
• Avoid sharp turns, bumps, drainage grates, trick stages, ramps, half pipes,
skateboard parks, or empty swimming pools.
• Battery replacement must be performed by an adult.
• Do not allow child to ride wearing anything that obstructs visibility or hearing.
• Be sure the rider keeps both hands on the handlebar for proper control.
