tricycle - Dynacraft

OWNER’S MANUAL
TRICYCLE
this manual contains important safety, performance and
maintenance information. read the manual before letting your
child have their first ride on their new tricycle, and keep the
manual handy for future reference.
FOR AGES TWO TO FOUR
MAXIMUM WEIGHT: 60 lbs. (27 kgs.)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
2. Proper fit and size adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
4. Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5. Safety Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6. Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
8. Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
9. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
INTRODUCTION
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual was written to help you get the most performance,
comfort, enjoyment and safety when your child is riding his or her new
tricycle. It is important for you to understand your child’s new tricycle,
how your child should use it and what you need to do to keep your
child safe. This manual contains many “Warnings” and “Cautions”
concerning the consequences of failing to maintain or inspect your
tricycle. Because any incident can result in serious injury or even
death, we do not repeat the warning of possible serious injury or death
each time such a warning is mentioned.
A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS
Your child’s new tricycle is distributed by Dynacraft BSC, Inc. and
is intended for riding on flat surfaces and easy slopes. Uses such as
aggressive off-road riding, downhill riding, jumping, tricks, stunting
and other extreme uses are not recommended and if you allow
your child to do such things with this tricycle you must assume sole
responsibility for any harm to your child that may result. It is a tragic
fact that cycling accidents involve children. As a parent or guardian,
you bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of your minor
child. Among these responsibilities are to make sure that your child’s
new tricycle which your child is riding is properly fitted to the child;
that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and
your child have gone over the use, operation and safety section of
this manual; that you and your child have learned, and understand
what to do and what not to do with your child’s new tricycle, and the
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common sense rules of gravity, safe speed and courteous riding.
GENERAL WARNING: Cycling can be a hazardous activity
even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your
child’s new tricycle is your responsibility as it helps reduce the risk
of injury. This manual contains many “WARNINGS” concerning the
consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your child’s new
tricycle. Many of the warnings could say, “your child may lose control
and fall.” Because any fall can result in serious injury or even death,
we do not repeat the warning of possible injury or death whenever the
risk of falling leads to a “WARNING”.
NOTE: The illustrations in this manual are used simply to provide
examples; the components of your child’s new tricycle might differ. In
addition, some of the parts shown might be optional and not part of
your child’s new tricycle’s standard equipment. The following manual
is only a guide to assist you.
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY
1. Always wear a helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, and other
protective equipment.
2. Continuous adult supervision required.
3. Never use near motor vehicles.
4. Never use near streets, swimming pools, hills, steps, or sloped
driveways.
5. Always wear shoes when using the tricycle.
6. Allow only one rider to use tricycle at a time.
7. Do not ride on rough surfaces.
8. Do not ride at night.
9. Do not ride in wet conditions.
It is recommended that the rider should always wear a properly
fitted helmet that complies with U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission(CPSC) Standard 16 CFR 1203 .
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ONLY
• Phillips screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench
• Hammer
Dynacraft recommends assembly by an adult with experience in cycle
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PROPER FIT AND SIZE
ADJUSTMENTS
When properly adjusted, the rider should be able to pedal
comfortably and steer with both feet remaining on the pedals at all
times. If the rider has to stretch to reach the pedals or is too cramped,
the seat should be adjusted for or aft accordingly.
WARNING: The age recommendation is only an estimate.
If you are too small or too large to comfortably reach the pedals
or handlebars, do not ride the tricycle. As a parent, you are the
best judge of whether your child can safely operate the tricycle;
this includes determining whether your child is at the appropriate
developmental stage for safe use of the tricycle. Any rider that is
unable to fit comfortably on the tricycle should never attempt to ride
it. A parent’s decision to allow their child to use the tricycle should
be based on the child’s maturity, skill and their ability to follow rules.
Keep the tricycle away from small children and remember that it
is intended for use only by those who are, at a minimum, able to
comfortably and safely operate the tricycle.
Children operating the tricycle should be supervised by an adult at
all times. Parents should ensure that children only use the tricycle
safely and within their age and physical limits.
WARNING: Failing to properly adjust and tighten the screw,
bolts and clamps that affix the handlebars, seat and rear wheels
can cause you to lose control and fall. When properly tightened,
you cannot twist the front wheel out of line with the handlebars or
move the saddle out of adjustment. If you can twist or force these
components to or come off by hand, re-adjust and properly retighten
the screws and bolts.
SAFETY
HELMETS. Although not every state or municipality requires
juvenile-age cyclists to wear a helmet, Dynacraft strongly recommends
you wear a properly approved helmet, such as ANSI or SNELL, even if
the law does not mandate the use of a helmet.
Keep feet on the pedals at all times while riding in the seated
position. Do not ride more than one person at a time. Never use
near steps or swimming pools.
WARNING: Helmets must be properly fitted and the straps
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adjusted properly to be effective. Ask your dealer to help you with the
selection, fit and adjustment of your helmet.
NIGHT RIDING AND LOW-LIGHT CONDITIONS. Do not
ride at night. Dynacraft strongly recommends against riding at night
or when lighting or visibility conditions are less than optimal (such as
dawn and dusk).
WARNING: Lighting for night riding or low light conditions are
not required and are not standard equipment on the tricycle. We do
not recommend riding at night or in low light conditions.
WARNING: Do not ride in wet conditions. Wet weather impairs
traction, braking, control and visibility. The risk of accident is increased
dramatically in wet weather.
WARNING: Keep your fingers and other parts away from the
crank, steering system, wheels and all other moving components.
SAFETY TIPS
WARNING TO PARENTS: Kids need to be taught safe
riding and the importance of obeying all rules of the road. Traffic,
motor vehicles and road hazards can be very dangerous. Parents and
children are urged to read and understand these safety tips together.
RULES OF THE ROAD:
• Adult supervision is required.
• Never use near steps, sloped driveways, hills roadways, alleys,
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and swimming pool areas.
Do not ride between parked cars.
Do not ride in the road or street.
Do not ride at night.
Stop for all stop signs.
Use crosswalks to cross streets.
Always walk at crosswalks.
Always wear a helmet.
Always wear shoes, and never allow more than one rider.
Always sit on the seat, do not stand on the seat.
Stop at all stop signs and lights.
Never ride with headphones or use a cell phone when riding.
Never carry a passenger.
Never hitch a ride with another vehicle.
Do not weave into traffic or make sudden turns.
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Observe and yield the right-of-way as prescribed by local traffic
rules.
Become aware of and learn your local bicycle laws and regulations.
Most states and communities have rules regarding helmet use,
bicycle licensing, riding on sidewalks, grinding and so on. It is the
responsibility of parents to make sure their children know and obey all
rules and regulations.
The tricycle is intended for sidewalk and playground use only. You
must share this space with others including pedestrians, skaters and
other players. Respect their rights!
Ride defensively. Assume that pedestrians, skaters and other players
are so absorbed in their own world that they are not paying any
attention to you and that they will run you down or step out in front of
you, all without any warning.
Watch for obstacles such as pot holes, sewer grates, expansion
cracks and road or construction debris (such as nails or other foreign
objects) that could catch your wheel or force you to swerve or lose
control.
YOUR DRIVEWAY. Driveway accidents are frequent and
often fatal. Realize the danger of your own and all other driveways.
There may be obscured vision caused by trees, bushes or cars.
Your driveway is not a launching pad for fast roll-outs! Observe the
following driveway safety tips:
Look left, right and left again before exiting onto sidewalks or into
playground areas.
STOP SIGNS. Running a stop sign is a sure way to get hit by a car
and killed. Remember, always stop at every stop sign or stop light.
Always stop and walk across only when it is clear. Do not assume
that drivers of motor vehicles can see you. In fact, assume that every
driver cannot see you and that they are not paying attention. Observe
the following safety tips:
Stop at all stop signs and lights, regardless of traffic conditions. Look
in every direction of traffic before proceeding to walk across.
Watch especially for oncoming traffic making left turns:
Do not cut across the street, cross only at intersections. Practice
looking over your shoulder to the rear without accidentally turning (do
this only in an open space free from traffic and obstructions).
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DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT OR IN LOW VISIBILITY. SEE
SAFETY SECTION FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Riding the tricycle may be hazardous activity and has inherent dangers
that no amount of care, caution, instruction or expertise can eliminate.
Certain conditions may cause the equipment to fail without fault of the
manufacturer. Activities involving the use of this item carry the risk of
injury or death.
SAFETY CHECK (BEFORE EACH RIDE)
LOOSE PARTS. Check all bolts to ensure they are tight, taking
care not to over tighten the bolts.
FRAME, FORK, AND HANDLEBAR. Check for cracks or
broken connections. Although broken frames are rare, it is possible for
an aggressive rider to bash into a curb or wall and wreck and bend or
break a frame, fork or handlebar. Get in the habit or inspecting yours
regularly.
MAINTENANCE.
Wheels have sealed bearing hubs. The axles can be lubricated with
Triflow® or another oil based lubricant.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Adult Assembly Required. Dynacraft highly
recommends that you have your tricycle assembled by an
experienced, adult mechanic.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: Refer to the list of tools required for
assembly on page two of this manual. If you do not have the proper
tools or understanding of instructions in this manual, take your tricycle
to a qualified mechanic for assembly, service or adjustments.
UNPACKING. Remove contents from box. Remove the cardboard
and/or plastic separators that protect the various component from
damage during shipping. Inspect the contents of the box for scratches
in the paint, dents or kinked cables that may have occurred during
shipping. Your tricycle was partially assembled and packed at the
factory to prevent shipping damage and there should not be any
problems, even if the box has a few scars or dents. But if there is
damage to the box, contact customer service at 1-800-551-0032.
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STEP 1: Before assembling the tricycle, make sure you have all the
parts in the diagram below. You will need a Phillips head screw driver,
a hammer and an adjustable wrench.
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Snap cap
Plastic spacers
Plastic hub washer
Metal washer
Rear wheels
Rear axel
Rear deck
Carriage bolts
Frame
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Handlebars
Plastic head tube washer
Locking ring
Fork with front wheel and
pedals
Seat
Seat bolts
Winch assembly
Winch screws
STEP 2: Attach one snap cap on either end
of the rear axle by carefully pounding it with
a hammer. Slide one plastic hub washer and
then one steel washer onto the axle towards the
snap cap. Next slide on one rear wheel followed
by one plastic spacer. Slide the axle assembly
through the rear deck of the tricycle. Next install
one plastic spacer, the other wheel, the other
steel washer, and the plastic hub washer onto
the axle. With the previously installed snap cap
on level ground use a hammer and carefully
pound the second snap cap onto the other end
of the rear axle.
STEP 3: Insert the
rear axle into the slots
provided on the frame.
Make sure that the seat
mounts on the frame
are oriented facing
upwards. Insert the 2
carriage bolts into the 2
holes provided. Attach
nuts and washers and
tighten down securely
with a wrench.
STEP 4: Insert the
fork into the bottom of
the frame. Slide a plastic
washer followed by a
locking ring over the top
of the fork. Insert the
handlebar into the fork.
Ensure that the minimum
insertion line is below the
locking ring. Make sure
the fork is flush with the
bottom of the frame and
tighten the locking ring with a wrench.
WARNING: Failure to properly install the handlebar to the
fork can result in the handlebars falling off and causing risk of injury.
Periodically check to ensure that the handlebar is securely attached.
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STEP 5: Place the seat on the frame in
the position you desire. There are multiple
positions for the seat depending on the leg
length of the rider. Once the seat is lined
up with the frame holes insert the 2 bolts
provided. Attach the nuts and tighten down
securely with a Phillips screw driver and a
wrench.
STEP 6: Align the winch assembly with the
4 holes in the frame, then insert 4 screws to
tighten the winch on the frame.
How to use the winch: Pull up the knob
to adjust the length of the rope and press
down the knob to lock the rope.
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REGISTER YOUR
TRICYCLE PURCHASE
ONLINE AT WWW.DYNACRAFTBIKE.COM
SERIAL NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER
REGISTRATION
Model number or description:
Serial Number:
Name:
Address:
City:
State:Zip:
E-mail Address:
Date of purchase:
User’s date of birth:
Date of birth or person whose name appears above:
Place of purchase:
PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE.
FILL OUT THE INFORMATION ABOVE AND KEEP THIS MANUAL IN
A SAFE PLACE.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Subject to the following limitations, all tricycles manufactured for
Dynacraft are warranted to the original purchaser to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for a period from the date of purchase.
Lifetime For The Tricycle’s Frame
One Year On All Other Component Parts
No other express or implied warranty is given. Dynacraft will replace
without charge the tricycle’s frame or those component parts that are
determined by Dynacraft to be defective in materials or manufacture under
normal use and service during the applicable warranty period. The original
purchaser will be responsible for any and all labor charges connected with
the repair or replacement of the frame, and/or parts. Component parts
subject to wear in use, tires, tubes, seats, and grips are not covered under
this warranty.
NOTE: This limited warranty does not apply to normal wear and
tear, nor to claimed defects, malfunctions, or failures that result from
abuse, neglect, improper assembly, improper maintenance, alteration,
collision, crash or misuse.
CAUTION: Dynacraft does not encourage stunting, trick riding,
ramp riding, jumping, aggressive riding, riding on severe terrain, riding in
severe climates, riding with heavy loads, commercial activities; such use is
inherently dangerous, can cause serious injury to the rider, and if done it is
with the rider’s parent’s express and implied assumption of the risk of such
use and Dynacraft shall not have any responsibility for any breakdown of
the tricycle, its components or rider injuries that occur during such use.
Riding can be inherently dangerous such that bodily injury or death can
occur, especially if the parent of the rider does not make the safety and
maintenance checks recommended in this manual, if the rider does not
wear a helmet, if the rider does not follow the rules of the road, if the rider
goes into traffic, rides double, or engages in aggressive, stunt or extreme
terrain riding. Parents that allow their children to ride taking such actions
will assume their own risk and the risk of injury to their child, and Dynacraft
will not be responsible.
THE PURCHASE OF THIS TRICYCLE WILL CONFIRM THE BUYER’S
AGREEMENT THAT DYNACRAFT’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY
SHALL BE NO GREATER THAN THE AMOUNT OF THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASE PRICE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL DYNACRAFT BE LIABLE FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
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Dynacraft
Customer Service
1.800.551.0032
7AM TO 4PM PACIFIC TIME
Please have the following information available when you call:
Model Number:
(sample: 8595-95)
Production Date:
(sample: 2003.10.10)
Serial Number:
(sample: 03TD5899988)
Having this information is required and helps us handle your call more effectively.
STOP
DO NOT return this item to the store.
Please call Dynacraft for assistance.
Dynacraft BSC, Inc.
89 S. Kelly Rd., American Canyon, CA 94503
Call Toll Free 1.800.551.0032
Monday - Friday 7AM TO 4PM PACIFIC TIME
www.dynacraftbike.com
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