Safety Warnings - Razor RipRider 360 Owner's Manual

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Riding the RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike can be a
hazardous activity. Certain conditions may cause the equipment to fail
without fault of the manufacturer. The RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike can and is
intended to move, and it is therefore possible to lose control, fall off and/or
get into dangerous situations that no amount of care, instruction or expertise
can eliminate. If such things occur you can be seriously injured or die, even
when using safety equipment and other precautions. RIDE AT YOUR OWN
RISK AND USE COMMON SENSE.
This manual contains many warnings and cautions concerning the
consequences of failing to maintain, inspect or properly use your RipRider
360˚ Caster Trike. Because any incident can result in serious injury or even
death, we do not repeat the warning of potential serious injury or death each
time such a possibility is mentioned.
APPROPRIATE RIDER USE AND
PARENTAL SUPERVISION
This manual contains important safety information. It is your responsibility
to review this information and make sure that all riders understand all
warnings, cautions, instructions and safety topics and assure that young
riders are able to safely and responsibly use this product. Razor recommends
that you periodically review and reinforce the information in this manual
with younger riders, and that you inspect and maintain your children's
RipRider 360° to insure their safety.
The recommended rider age of 5 and older for RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike is
only an estimate, and can be affected by the rider's size, weight or skills.
Any rider unable to fit comfortably on the RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike should
not attempt to ride it. A parent's decision to allow his or her child to
ride this product should be based on the child's maturity, skill and
ability to follow rules.
Keep this product away from small children and remember that this product
is intended for use only by persons who are, at a minimum, completely
comfortable and competent while operating the RipRider 360°.
DO NOT EXCEED THE WEIGHT LIMIT OF 160 pounds.
Rider weight does not necessarily mean a person's size is appropriate to fit
or maintain control of the RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike.
ACCEPTABLE RIDING PRACTICES AND
CONDITIONS
Always check and obey any local laws or regulations which may affect
the locations where the RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike may be used on public
property. The RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike is meant to be used only in
controlled environments free of potential traffic hazards and not on public
streets. Do not ride your RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike in any areas where
pedestrian or vehicle traffic is present.
Ride defensively. Watch out for potential obstacles that could force you to
swerve suddenly or lose control. Be careful to avoid pedestrians, skaters,
skateboards, scooters, bikes, children or animals who may enter your path,
and respect the rights and property of others.
Maintain a hold on the handlebars at all times.
Never carry passengers or allow more than one person at a time to ride the
RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike.
Never use near steps or swimming pools.
Never use headphones or a cell phone when riding.
Never hitch a ride with another vehicle.
The RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike is intended for use on solid, flat, clean and dry
surfaces such as pavement or level ground without loose debris such as rocks
or gravel. Wet, slick or uneven and rough surfaces may impair traction and
contribute to possible accidents. Do not ride the RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike
in mud, ice, puddles or water. Avoid excessive speeds that can be associated
with downhill rides. Never risk damaging surfaces such as carpet or flooring
by use of a RipRider 360˚ Caster Trike indoors.
Do not ride at night or when visibility is impaired.
PROPER RIDING ATTIRE
Always wear proper protective equipment such as an approved safety
helmet. Elbow pads and kneepads are recommended. A helmet may be
legally required by local law or regulation in your area. Always wear shoes,
never ride barefooted or in sandals, and keep shoelaces tied and out of the
way of the wheels.
FAILURE TO USE COMMON SENSE AND HEED THE
ABOVE WARNINGS INCREASES RISK OF SERIOUS
INJURY. USE WITH APPROPRIATE CAUTION AND
SERIOUS ATTENTION TO SAFE OPERATION.