Operation Manual

Balance bike Basic adjustments
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1. Read the maximum permitted tyre pressure on the sidewall of the balance bike tyre
(see “Illustr.: Tyre with tyre size specification”).
Illustr.: Tyre with tyre size specification (example)
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2. To adjust the tyre pressure or inflate the tyre, unscrew the protective cap from the
valve.
3. Place an air pressure gauge or a pump with a pressure display onto the valve and
read off the tyre pressure.
x If the tyre pressure is too low, inflate the tyre with a pump.
x If the tyre pressure is too high, let air out of the tyre
(see the “Basic adjustments / Reducing the tyre pressure” chapter).
4. Choose a tyre pressure that is suitable for your child’s weight, up to the upper limit
specified on the tyre.
5. Screw the protective cap hand-tight onto the valve after adjusting the tyre
pressure.
6. After adjusting the tyre pressure, check whether the lower knurled nut is firmly in
place and hand-tighten if necessary.
7.3 Reducing the tyre pressure
The tyre pressure can be reduced by letting air out of the inner tube via the valve.
x To reduce the tyre pressure, remove the protective cap and open the valve until air
escapes.
x Close the valve after reducing the tyre pressure and hand-tighten the protective
cap.