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Bugaboo Gecko User Manual

Bugaboo Gecko User Manual

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© Copyright 2007 Z10073 rv07 Bugaboo
International BV. The information contained herein is
®
subject to change without notice. Bugaboo
International BV shall not be liable for technical errors
®
or omissions contained herein.
The purchased product may differ from the product as described in this user guide.
Our most recent user guides can be requested at our Service departments (see 'comments') or
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  • Page 1 © Copyright 2007 Z10073 rv07 Bugaboo International BV. The information contained herein is ® subject to change without notice. Bugaboo International BV shall not be liable for technical errors ® or omissions contained herein. The purchased product may differ from the product as described in this user guide.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3. assembling the seat 4. various uses of carrycot and seat 5. using the seat’s safety belts 6. fitting the underseat bag 7. going outdoors with the bugaboo gecko 8. protection against weather and wind 9. travelling and storage 10. maintenance and accessories...

  • Page 4: Before Starting

    - All fabric complies with Furniture and Furnishings Fire Safety Regulations. ™ ® BUGABOO and the Bugaboo logos, FROG, GECKO and CAMELEON are registered, pending or claimed trademarks of Bugaboo. The Bugaboo strollers are patented. The Bugaboo strollers> models are protected.
  • Page 5 • Keep the Bugaboo Gecko away from open flames and other heat sources, such as electrical or gas heaters, etc. • Do not use the Bugaboo Gecko if any part is broken, torn or incomplete. • Every weight attached to the handlebar will have a negative impact on the stability of the pushchair.
  • Page 6 Check the contents of the box against the list below. If anything is missing, please contact your supplier. the bugaboo gecko comprises the following parts: 1 chassis with handlebar, parking brake and wrist strap 2 swivel wheels...
  • Page 7 The Bugaboo Gecko is easy to assemble. It is advisable to repeat actions a couple of times when indicated. The chassis is the main part of the Bugaboo Gecko. The frame fits onto the chassis and is the base for the carrycot and seat.

  • Page 8: Basic Steps

    1. basic steps This section explains how to assemble the Bugaboo Gecko. Each basic step in the Bugaboo Gecko’s assembly is explained separately in the text boxes. It is advisable to practice the basic steps. chassis The parts are attached to the chassis. The chassis comprises: - axle for the large wheels;...

  • Page 9: Swivel Wheels

    Move the handlebar upwards and away from you and let go of the white buttons. You hear a ‘click’ when the handlebar is upright. swivel wheels The swivel wheels provide optimum manoeuvrability. step 2 placing the swivel wheels in the holders Without releasing it, move the handlebar to the floor.
  • Page 10 Push up the swivel locks. b. The swivel wheels are non-active. c. The Bugaboo Gecko now moves in a straight line. large wheels The 2 large wheels now have tyres filled with polyurethane foam. These provide enduring suspen- sion on both sides without the risk of a puncture.
  • Page 11 Note The large wheels cannot be removed from the axle if the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake is on. unfolding the chassis In order to fold out the chassis, it first has to be collapsed completely. To do so, please pull the handlebar up.

  • Page 12: Parking Brake

    The parking brake is on the handlebar. It prevents the large wheels from turning. Always apply the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake when the buggy is stationary, so that it cannot roll away. When the handlebar is above the large wheels, the parking brake is on the right on the handlebar, with the release button on the upper side.
  • Page 13 WAR N IN G S • Only apply the parking brake when the buggy is stationary. frame The frame is fastened to the chassis; the chassis is then secured. The carrycot or seat fabric is attached to the frame. The frame has 2 frame supports, which ‘click’ onto the 2 frame bearers. The round side of the frame is always the head end of the carrycot or seat.
  • Page 14 stap 7 fitting the frame on the chassis a. Fit the frame supports on the frame bearers. Press the frame downwards until you hear a ‘click’ on both sides. The frame is now attached to the chassis. WA RN I NG S •...
  • Page 15 removing the frame from the chassis a. Place the frame in the horizontal position. 1. Slide the secondary lock on the square, white button on the frame support forward. 2. Simultaneously press the 2 square, white buttons on the frame supports. This releases the frame. Pick up the frame.

  • Page 16: Assembling The Carrycot

    2. assembling the carrycot The carrycot consists of the frame, the carrycot fabric, with base plate, mattress and the apron. Touch fasteners ensure that the carrycot hangs stably in the frame. step 1 attaching the carrycot fabric to the frame The round side of the carrycot fabric fits in the round side of the frame.
  • Page 17 step 3 fitting the apron The apron protects the child against the cold and is fitted to the foot end of the carrycot. Zip the apron onto the carrycot. First make sure that the runners at the end on the left are next to each other. b.

  • Page 18: Assembling The Seat

    Place the frame on the floor. Slide the rounded upper side of the seat fabric over the round side of the frame, with the Bugaboo logo facing forward. Pull on the seat fabric so that it fits tightly. Fit the steel seat pad support into the round hole on the inside of the frame.
  • Page 19 Attach the ends of the stretch belt underneath the seat. You should hear a ‘click’. Stretch the belt until it is tight. Now give shape to the seat by folding the seat pad inwards. Now pull the waist belts through the cut-aways in the side of the seat fabric.

  • Page 20: Various Uses Of Carrycot And Seat

    The seat can be turned around easily. That is how you change the direction your child is facing. This seat is only to be used in combination with a bugaboo undercarriage with item code 62100. Note The child’s posture (angle between the back support and seat pad) remains the same in the 3 positions.

  • Page 21: Using The Seat's Safety Belts

    Note The Bugaboo Gecko’s carrycot and frame are fitted with extra fastening rings. If required, you can use them to attach an extra harness or extra belts (conforming to BS 6684). The fastening rings are attached to the base of the carrycot. The waist belts with extra fastening rings are attached to the frame.
  • Page 22 Adjust the belts to the length of the child, by pulling them tight. You should now have heard a ‘click’ 4 times. This means the child is sitting securely in the Bugaboo Gecko seat. ‘click’ ‘click’ WA RN I NG S •...

  • Page 23: Fitting The Underseat Bag

    The underseat bag is fastened between the wheels of the chassis. a. Remove the frame from the chassis. Fit the underseat bag to the chassis between the axles of the wheels with the Bugaboo logo facing the large wheels. Attach the 2 touch fasteners to the upper centre shaft.

  • Page 24: Going Outdoors With The Bugaboo Gecko

    7. going outdoors with the bugaboo gecko The Bugaboo Gecko is designed for use in the city, in rough terrain or in the 2-wheel position. city position a. Use the 4-wheel position. Place the handlebar above the large wheels. c. Activate the swivel wheels.
  • Page 25 WITHOUT releasing the handlebar, swivel it to the other side, until it is lying on the floor. e. Attach the black clamps to the swivel wheel holder on the thin shaft in between the large wheels. You should hear a click. Remove the swivel wheels.
  • Page 26 Use the Bugaboo Gecko in the 2-wheel position if the ground is rough, covered with snow or covered in loose sand, for example. Choose the 4-wheel position if the ground is hard or compact sand.

  • Page 27: Protection Against Weather And Wind

    8. protection against weather and wind The standard version of the Bugaboo Gecko comes with a sun canopy, rain cover and mosquito net, so you can protect the child against the sun, wind and rain, as well as insects. The necessary steps to make the Bugaboo Gecko ready for use in good or bad weather are the same for the carrycot and the seat.

  • Page 28: Rain Cover

    Also use the sun canopy to keep the child out of the wind. WA RN I NG S • Babies have very sensitive skin. Never put a baby in the Bugaboo Gecko in the sunlight without fitting the sun canopy. rain cover The rain cover is pulled over the sun canopy or over the sun canopy’s frame.
  • Page 29 Slide the holes of the rain cover frame over the protruding pins on the side of the frame. Finally, pull the wide, black edge over the foot end of the frame. Note Ensure that the stitched seams of the rain cover are aligned with the sun canopy’s frame.
  • Page 30 Pull the frame apart. d. Lay the rain cover with the wide, black edge on the foot end. e. Pull the rain cover over the sun canopy’s frame first. Ensure that the stitched seams of the rain cover are aligned with the sun canopy’s frame. g.
  • Page 31 mosquito net The mosquito net keeps out insects. step 1 fitting the mosquito net a. Fit the sun canopy, with or without its fabric, to the carrycot or seat. With the washing instructions at the head end, pull the mosquito net over the sun canopy. c.

  • Page 32: Travelling And Storage

    9. travelling and storage You can easily store the Bugaboo Gecko, or take it with you in the boot of your car, for example. step 1 folding the seat or carrycot Remove the seat or carrycot from the chassis. folding the seat a.
  • Page 33 The chassis with the wheels and handlebar now fall against each other. e. The Bugaboo Gecko can now be put in storage or transported by car. Advice You can also store the Bugaboo Gecko without its wheels.

  • Page 34: Maintenance And Accessories

    You should ensure that any damaged or worn parts are repaired immediately. parts For replacements, only use parts that have been approved by Bugaboo International. To prevent mould, do not fold the Bugaboo Gecko and accessories when wet or store them in a damp place. cleaning Clean the Bugaboo Gecko regularly.
  • Page 35 New accessories are regularly produced for the Bugaboo Gecko. Full details are provided on the website www.bugaboo.com or you can ask your supplier for details. available bugaboo accessories are: - Adapters for various car seats - Breezy sun canopy...

  • Page 36: Warranty

    4. Bugaboo shall bear the expense and risk of transport from and to the retailer (hereinafter: “the retailer”) where you purchased the product, provided the repair is covered by warranty. 5. The warranty may only be invoked if you provide Bugaboo with the following, along with the defective product: - a copy of the dated receipt of purchase, and - a clear description of the complaints.

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