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Tandem User Instructions
Issued 1
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September 2010

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Summary of Contents for Patron Buggy

  • Page 1 Tandem User Instructions Issued 1 September 2010...
  • Page 2 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 ...
  • Page 3 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. ...
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7: Folding The Chassis

    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, ...
  • Page 8: Using The Brakes

    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 –...
  • Page 9 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...
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Footrest

    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.
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13 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.
  • Page 14 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.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16: Care And Maintenance

    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 ...
  • Page 17 For more information call Activate on 01722 340600 Or fax 01722 414884 Email: sales@activateforkids.com...

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