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These are the user instructions for Quest 88 Limited Trikes. Please read them carefully before the trike is
used and store them in a safe place. Always refer to these instructions before adjusting the set up of the
trike, or if you feel the trike is not performing properly.
These instructions also include a guide to maintenance and general trike care. If followed the trike will
provide trouble free service. However, in the event of any severe deterioration in performance take the
trike out of service immediately and contact Quest 88 Limited.
Quest 88 Trikes
Quest 88 trikes have been designed to provide the correct postural support which allows disabled children
and young adults to benefit from the activity of cycling. The trikes are built for indoor and outdoor use
and are to be used as indoor and outdoor active therapy equipment as part of a therapy programme.
A level of supervision appropriate to the user's abilities should be applied at all times.
User Manual
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Summary of Contents for Quest 88 Trikes
- Page 1 Quest 88 trikes have been designed to provide the correct postural support which allows disabled children and young adults to benefit from the activity of cycling. The trikes are built for indoor and outdoor use and are to be used as indoor and outdoor active therapy equipment as part of a therapy programme.
- Page 2 The ends of the spanners can be used as tyre levers. However, they are not suitable for Quest 88 trike wheels. Use plastic tyre levers when fixing punctures on Quest 88 trikes. A pump is also supplied with the trike. Keep the tyres inflated as per these instructions.
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Page 3: Saddle Height
Do not fasten the saddle in position with this indicator above the top of the trike frame saddle tube. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com... - Page 4 Tighten the four hexagonal socket bolts to lock the bars in position. Ensure all bolts are tightly fastened before use. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
- Page 5 Loosen the bolts which control the angle of the handlebar and take the handlebar out of the stem. NB: With single grip handlebars on Colt and Panther trikes, one handgrip will need to be removed in order to slide the handlebar out of the stem.
- Page 6 Check the handle bar movement is now restricted. Feature *Earlier models featured a hex-bolt and nut. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com email:general@quest88.com...
- Page 7 Quest 88 Limited. Check the care and maintenance section of these instructions. Anything which is not covered in this list must be referred back to Quest 88 Limited. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW...
- Page 8 QD. TRINST1supp.PM6 iss.7/GJ-06/09 Accessories Quest trikes have a series of complimentary accessories which can help provide additional support and stability. It is important to position these correctly for the individual user, as they are the ‘fine tuning’ necessary to maintain correct user posture.
- Page 9 To undo, tug the free end of the strap forwards so that it pulls the buckle open. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
- Page 10 Once the user is on the trike, the loose end of the webbing belt can be fitted through the other loop of the chest plate and through the buckle. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
- Page 11 'Saddle Height'). Repeat the process for the right hand crank shortener, bearing in mind that the pedals will undo anti-clockwise and tighten up clockwise. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
- Page 12 This will damage the AFO and may cause further damage to the footplates and trike. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
- Page 13 Pull rods will enable you to steer the trike. The rod can be used to pull the trikes when it is attached to a bracket which fits onto the handlebar stem.
- Page 14 AFO cuffs always fit around the front of the knee, with the straps fitting around the back of the calf. Gripping aids Gripping aids such as Quest 88’s own Gripmits, or Active Hands should only be used when necessary and where parental/carer encouragement and training have not been effective.
- Page 15 QD. TRINST1.P65 iss.7/GJ-06/09 Two Piece Frame Quest 88 tricycles can be split into two parts to make lifting and handling, transport and storage simpler. The mechanism for this splits the trike into the front steering assembly with down tubes and the rear assembly of seat, pedals and drive mechanism. If the...
- Page 16 When retrofitting wheel covers to the Colt, Carousel and Panther tricycles, you will need to remove any reflectors from the wheels. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
- Page 17 The inner tube can then be carefully pulled out and any punctures repaired as per the directions in the puncture repair kit. Check the inside of the tyre for what caused the puncture. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com...
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Page 18: Adjusting The Brakes
10mm spanner. Go back to method 1 to fine tune the braking power. Quest 88 limited, Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.quest88.com... - Page 19 Refer to User Instruction sections on tyre pressure, steering limiter and push pull rods to ensure full stability for the user. The trikes are not intended for road use and should not be used in areas frequently used by cars, vans and other road vehicles.
- Page 20 Frame Number: QU ______________ QUEST 88 TRICYCLE FRAMES AND FORKS ARE WARRANTED BY THE COMPANY: FOR THE FIRST 5 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE AGAINST ANY DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP. OTHER PARTS OF THE TRICYCLE ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP.