2. User guidelines
BERG or the dealer cannot be held responsible for improper use of this product. Read these guidelines
before use to properly and safely use this product. BERG cannot be held responsible for any omissions in
this manual.
2.1 Safety
BERG cannot be held liable for any omissions to this user manual. Always pay attention to the highest
possible safety measures. If you have questions or are not sure of something, then visit your local dealer
or contact BERG.
2.2 User instructions
Only use your BERG product as instructed below. Any unauthorized use could result in serious injuries to
the user and/or the product.
2.2.1 Before use
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Adjust the seat and steering wheel to the correct position, according to the size of the user.
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Make sure the steering, brakes and tires are functioning correctly and the bolts and nuts are fixed.
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Protective covers, which have been removed for maintenance purposes, should always be put back
in the original state before use.
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Check the tire pressure and make sure it meets the norm as shown on the tire. See maintenance.
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The adult is responsible for instructing the child how to operate this product safely.
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Instruct the child of how to use the brake.
2.2.2 During use
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Ride at a suitable speed where you have control.
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Always pay attention to the environment.
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Brake the product always using the back pedal brake.
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Always ride on a smooth surface without obstacles.
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Wearing protective gear is not mandatory but in the interest of safety it is advised.
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Make sure that the product cannot run away when the product is parked. This is possible by using
the parking brake.
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Do not place any unnecessary objects on or against the steering. Make sure that the steering always
functions properly.
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Use the back pedal brake by pedalling backwards.
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For extra power while braking use the parking brake.
2.3 Restrictions of use
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This product may not be used on public roads.
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Do not ride backwards at great speeds. Doing this could make you lose control.
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Collisions or other stunts increase the chance on injury to both the user and the product and are not
allowed.
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Avoid contact with moving parts while riding the product.
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Do not get on or off the product while it is moving.
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Do not overload the product. Maximum user weight is 100 kg.
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Never ride in the dark without lights.
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Do not ride across a slope (rather than up or down) and make sharp turns during high speed, there
is a risk the product can tip over.
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Going downhill considerably increases your speed and accidents can occur. The braking distance
will also be longer! It is not allowed to use this product on hills or slopes (up and downhill).
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