Quattrocycle BV Table of Contents Page Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Instructions for use and safety Who sits where on the Quattrocycle Adjustment of the seats Getting on the Quattrocycle Taking young children on the Quattrocycle Taking luggage on the Quattrocycle...
Read all information in this manual carefully before using the Quattrocycle. The Quattrocycle is an innovation in the area of 4-wheel bikes. It combines the joy of cycling together on a bike with the comfort level that is also delivered in normal modern bikes: ...
Who sits where on the Quattrocycle The Quattrocycle has 4 adult seats. The seats can be shifted on the frame, with the distance to the pedals to fit the leg of the rider. Older children can also sit on the Quatrocycle.
As described in Section 2.1, children who can ride independently can sit on the seats of the Quattrocycle. Smaller children can ride on the back of the Quattrocycle in child seats mounted in the square holes in the luggage rack. There are two types of child seats: ...
Quattrocycle BV Steering of the Quattrocycle is done by two handle bars. To steer left, move the left handle bare to the rear and the right handle bar to the front. To steer right, move the left handle bar to the front and right handle bar to the rear.
Checking of the brakes The Quattrocycle has 4 mechanically operated drum brakes. The brakes need to be checked frequently, also the park brakes on the brake levers. After some time the brake cables will elongate somewhat and the brake shoes will wear, then the brake cables need to be readjusted using the adjustment screws at the wheels to keep the right braking performance.
Fixation of the seats The seats on the Quattrocycle are clamped on the frame beams by means of a cam clamp. During clamping, the seat is first pulled down on its feet on the frame beams. Subsequently the seat is clamped horizontally against the side of the frame beam.
Quattrocycle BV If the vertical clamping is insufficient, follow these steps: Loosen the seat clamp Loosen the 2 M8 nuts of the clamp a couple of turns (see photo below) Move the part of the seat clamp that is located in the frame beam up ...
3.10 Checking of the whole construction Check the whole construction of the Quattrocycle regularly. Parts that show cracks or deformation should be replaced. Check all bolt connections that everything sits tight and check that moving parts to not have too much play.
Chapter 4 Warranty The Quattrocycle comes with one year warranty, starting at the date of delivery. The warranty does not cover parts that wear by intensive use like chains, tires and brake shoes. Damage caused by improper use of the Quattrocycle is also not covered by the warranty.
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