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Tandem User Instructions Issued 1 September 2010...
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The system is not designed for two children who both have special needs as we are not able to provide postural support in the second seat. In order to create a buggy that can take two children, and can still be pushed easily and navigate ...
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Patron Bohemia, Activate, and your dealer, cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or injury resulting from the incorrect operation of your stroller. The Tandem buggy is expected to last 3-4 years with continual daily use and regular maintenance. ...
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Operating the Tilt Function The angle of the seat unit is altered by releasing the tilt lever indicated on our main picture. The backrest of the seat should be held with one hand while releasing the lever with the other hand.
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Removing and re-fitting the front seat unit The Seat unit should be removed to allow the frame to fold. The seat is secured by two levers under the seat unit at the rear as indicated in our first picture (you are looking down form above, with only a seat frame mounted on the chassis) These levers should be opened by...
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The height of the pushing handle is adjustable, and this also enables the handle to be folded away for storage of the complete buggy – or when folding the frame The lever on the adjuster should be opened, which allows the gears to disengage.
Folding the Chassis The chassis is folded very simply by pressing the release handles together as shown Make sure that you have supported the handle frame, otherwise the chassis will fold on top of you! You will find that the chassis fits into most car boots, ...
Using the Brakes The brakes are fitted on either side of the Tandem Buggy, and both brakes should be applied while the buggy is being loaded or unloaded. Always make sure that the brakes are gripping the wheels sufficiently –...
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The backrest angle on the sibling seat is adjusted by pressing the button on both side of the seat Please note – the rear seat must be removed when the buggy is used in occupied transport...
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Adjusting the Recline Angle of the Seat unit You should be aware of the way this movement could affect the user of the rear seat. To release the position undo the lever handle as show, then pull on the pop-pin while supporting the weight of the backrest.
Adjusting the footrest The footrest is adjusted in height by releasing the handwheel as shown, the footplate is re-positioned and the handwheel is tighteneed to secure the new position The footrest is adjusted in angle by pressing the button as shown – on both side of the stroller.
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Using the Tandem Buggy GETTING INTO THE STROLLER Make sure that the parking brake is on. Fold the footrest out of the way and recline the footrest rails as far back as possible. Either ask another helper to steady the stroller by holding the handle, or place the handle up against a wall to minimise the risk of tipping.
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WITH THE REAR SIBLING SEAT REMOVED. Wheel the buggy into position and apply the brakes. The front of the buggy is secured first. Attach the front restraints to the track system making sure that they are locked in position. Pass the webbing around the tie-down point, which is clearly marked on the buggy chassis.
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The lap belt is reeled out from the front of the double inertia reel, fed between the buggy seat side and the backrest in order to maintain a steep angle over the pelvis. The belt must fit snugly over the pelvis and between the seat side and the backrest on the other side of the seat unit.
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KEY POINTS RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION The buggy must face forwards in the vehicle – in the direction of travel. The buggy must be restrained with a 4-point tie-down. No other restraint system must be used. The occupant must be restrained by a 3-point passenger restraint.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your stroller has been designed and produced to a high standard. With correct use and maintenance it will give you many years of trouble-free service. Please read the following instructions. Regularly inspect the frame catch and the attached safety clip, the occupant bar fitting, locking devices, catches, the footrest ...
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For more information call Activate on 01722 340600 Or fax 01722 414884 Email: sales@activateforkids.com...
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