Operation Manual
Children’s bikeProper use
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4 Proper use
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer accept any liability for damage caused due to
improper or incorrect use.
Improper use of the children’s bike will invalidate the guarantee
(see the “Warranty” chapter in the cycle user manual).
The children’s bike is designed for use by one person, with the seating position correctly
adjusted to suit their height (see the “Basics / Seating position” chapter in the cycle user
manual). Carrying additional people, e.g. on the luggage carrier, is not permitted.
The maximum gross weight limit, if applicable, is marked on the frame of the children’s bike
as well as recorded on the data sheet provided by the dealer, and must not be exceeded.
Children’s bikes that are not equipped for use on the road are designed solely for
home use. For use on the road, the children’s bike must have or be retrofitted with the
equipment necessary to meet national and regional regulations.
The children’s bike is not designed for above-average stress; for example, use at races
and competitive events is deemed improper (see the “Warranty” chapter in the cycle
user manual).
The children’s bike is not designed for use with a child seat.
Proper use of the children’s bike on the road requires the person using the bike to know,
understand and apply national and regional regulations.
Proper use of the children’s bike on the road requires the bike to meet national and
regional regulations (see the “Safety / Notes on road use” chapter in the cycle user
manual).
Use the children’s bike only as described in this user manual. Any other use is deemed
improper and may result in accidents, injury or property damage.
5 Basics
This chapter contains notes on road use and information allowing the children’s bike to
be put into use.
5.1 Notes on road use
If a children’s
bike is to be used on the road but was not sold with equipment approved
for
road use, have the children’s bike retrofitted with approved components.
x Acquaint yourself with national and regional regulations on equipment for children’s
bikes before the first ride. For example:
– Compulsory helmet use
– Compulsory use of reflective safety vests
– Brakes