KMART 42951285 (01) PDF MANUAL

KMART 42951285 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What should be done before using the scooter?

Prior to use, make sure that the scooter has been assembled properly.

---

What kind of protective equipment should be used when riding the scooter?

For use with suitable protective equipment, including a helmet, closed shoes, elbow, wrist and knee protection.

---

Where should the scooter be ridden?

Ride outdoors in places that allow you to improve your skills, and NEVER in traffic, on roads or near motor vehicles. Watch your surroundings for pedestrians, bike, skateboard, scooter and other riders. Use in areas free from hazards such as poles, hydrants and parked cars.

---

Where should the scooter not be used?

Never use near streets, swimming pools, hills or steps. Do not use on wet surfaces, uneven or unpaved road. Do not use on public roads. Avoid excessive speeds associated with downhill rides. Don’t ride on loose debris (such as rocks, gravel or sand), or speed humps. Do not ride in the dark.

---

What should the user check according to regulations of road safety?

Advise the user to check the limitation of use according to regulations of road safety.

---

What surface is best to use with the scooter?

It is best used on a flat, clean surface, free of gravel and grease.

---

What should be avoided when riding the scooter?

Avoid bumps and drainage grates that may cause an accident.

---

Is the scooter suitable for use at night?

The scooter does not include any headlights or lights. It is therefore not suitable for use at night or during periods when visibility is limited.

---

How many children should ride the scooter at the same time?

Do not allow more than one child to ride the scooter at the same time.

---

What should be checked before giving the scooter to a child?

Check all screws and fittings are secure before giving to a child. Ensure all locking devices are engaged. Ensure there are no broken components. Spin each wheel to make sure the wheel rotates smoothly indicating that the bearings are undamaged.

---

How do you start riding the scooter?

Hold both handgrips firmly. Put one foot towards the front of the deck, push off the ground to propel the scooter forward with other foot. Both feet can fit on the deck when desired speed has been reached.

---

What should be practiced when riding the scooter?

Practice foot positioning at slower speed until you build skill and experience. Shifting your foot position, or lifting or placing your feet while travelling affects the stability of the scooter. You have to learn to maintain control while you move your feet on and off the deck of the scooter.

---

What tools are needed to assemble the scooter?

You need an allen key to assemble the scooter (included).

---

What is the first step in assembling the scooter?

Use allen key to loosen the collar clamp and slide the bars into the clamp.

---

What is the second step in assembling the scooter?

Then slide the clamp and bars onto the fork stem until it bottoms out on the headset.

---

What is the third step in assembling the scooter?

Make sure the handlebars are straight and lined up with the front wheel pointing forward.

---

What is the fourth step in assembling the scooter?

Tighten clamp by starting at the bottom bolt and moving upward.

---

What is the fifth step in assembling the scooter?

Tighten all the bolts evenly and securely to ensure the clamp is drawn together uniformly.

---

What will happen if the clamp is not tightened fully?

Failure to tighten the clamp fully will result in the handlebars not being secure and the scooter will be unsafe to ride. Over tightening one bolt before the other will make it impossible to tighten the clamp fully.

---

Where is the brake located on the scooter?

Brake is located at the rear.

---

How do you use the brake?

When necessary, press down on it to slow down. Press down gradually in order to prevent skidding or loss of stability.

---

What can happen to the brake after multiple uses?

The metal or aluminum brake may heat up after multiple uses. Avoid touching it during and after use.

---

What kind of clothing is advised when riding the scooter?

Shoes are mandatory and we strongly advise you to wear long pants and long sleeve shirts to avoid injury if you fall. Do not ride barefoot or with loose fitting shoes, thongs or sandals.

---

How can water, oil or sand affect the scooter?

Avoid going through water, oil or sand as this can damage wheel bearings.

---

How do you check if the wheel bearings are damaged?

To look after the wheel bearings, systematically check that the wheels turn properly by turning the scooter upside-down and using your hand to spin the wheels. If the wheels do not spin they must then be removed to check their condition.

---

How do you remove the wheels to check the wheel bearings?

First unscrew the wheel axle, remove the axle and detach the wheel, then carefully push the two wheel bearings out of their housing.

---

What should be done if the wheel bearings are chipped or dented?

If they are chipped or dented, new ones should be bought.

---

What should be done if there is no visible damage to the wheel bearings?

If there is no visible damage, they must then be oiled.

---

How should the wheel bearings be oiled?

To do this, remove all traces of grease, mud or dust with a kitchen towel or cloth, and re-oil them with a grease spray or by leaving them to soak overnight in oil [turn them several times in the oil first]. Remove and reassemble the wheel bearings and axles, followed by the wheel, onto the scooter.

---

How do you check the wheels?

Both wheels should be checked regularly and changed if necessary.

---

What can happen to the wheels after extended use?

The wheels wear down with time and can be pierced if over used on rough surfaces. The back wheel on which the brake is applied is particularly affected after several hours of braking.

---

What kind of modifications are allowed on the product?

The original product must by no means be modified except for the maintenance-related changes mentioned in these instructions.

---

What should be done with the nuts and axles?

These should be checked regularly. They can become loose after a while in which case they should be tightened. They can become worn and not tightened properly, in which case they should be replaced.