Puky YOUKE 12 Manual De Instrucciones página 12

1. Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of this PUKY play bicycle. You have acquired a quality
product, which is certain to bring great joy. This User Manual contains information
regarding the assembly, safe operation and maintenance of this new bicycle. Should
you have any questions or problems, please contact your dealer or contact us via our
website: www.puky.de.
2. Parental responsibility
Risks during play are, for the most part, excluded when used in accordance with
the intended purpose. However, please take into consideration that unforeseen
situations and hazards may occur as a result of the natural need for movement and
the temperament of young children and adolescents for which the manufacturer
cannot be held liable. For this reason, instruct children and adolescents in the correct
bicycle conduct whilst supervising them. At the same time, also draw their attention
to potential dangers.
3. User notes
The play bicycle is not suitable for sporting activities (e.g. jumps). The bicycle may only
be used on paved paths and roads without obstacles. The bicycle is not suitable for
jumps, tricks or cross-country use.
When children are using the bicycle, it may not be ridden in the vicinity of stairs,
slopes, steep terrain, swimming pools or other bodies of water. Stairs in the vicinity
must be secured in such a way to prevent children from riding up or down them on
their bicycle.
The play bicycle may only be used in suitable areas and away from public roads. The
bicycle does not comply with the requirements of German Road Traffic Regulations
(StVZO) and may not be used on public roads. The relevant applicable national legal
requirements are to be observed.
The permissible total weight for this bike (bike + rider + baggage) is 60 kg.
The load that may be placed on the luggage rack will depend on the version of the
rack (see the embossing on the rack). For road safety reasons, we do not recommend
using the rack of a play vehicle for carrying loads. Only the serial installed racks may
be used.
It is necessary to wear suitable clothing and closed shoes. PUKY recommends wearing
a safety helmet (see PUKY Accessories).
The bicycle is not suitable for mounting a child seat. Pay attention to potential trap
hazards when using and maintaining.
Play bicycle
Mount supporting wheels in a secure and form-fitting manner to the rear when
required as a learning aid (to maintain balance). The use of support wheels is only
permitted during the course of a brief learning period, since with increased practice
the support wheels may apply uncontrolled forces to the frame.
Please pay attention to the reduced effect of the brakes on the front wheel when it
is wet.
Sudden, forceful braking with the rim brake should be avoided since the behaviour of
the vehicle may suddenly change as a result which may end in a fall.
On long slopes, long periods of braking with the back pedal brake are to be avoided
(excess heat to the back pedal brake nave).
The valve caps must be firmly tightened and kept out of reach of children (risk of
choking). Subsequent additions or modifications to the bicycle (especially the braking
systems) will change the behaviour of the vehicle and may pose a risk.
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4. Unpacking and scope of delivery
Do not use any sharp objects when opening the packaging and removing protective
material. If you were to do so, you may damage the paint or parts of the bike.
Keep all packaging material out of reach of children.
• Remove all parts from the packaging.
• Remove the protective material.
• Examine the package for completeness and proper condition. If anything is
missing, please contact your dealer before you continue to assemble the bike.
5. Assembly and first use
Prepare for use by adjusting to the height of the child. The saddle is to be set so that
at least the toes, preferably the ball of the foot, reach the ground in order to ensure
balance can be achieved when at a standstill. In doing so, the marking showing the
minimum insertion depth on the saddle post into the frame tube must be observed.
For more information, see below.
The handlebar, hand brake lever and bell must be easy for the child to reach from the
set saddle position.
In doing so, the marking showing the minimum insertion depth of the handlebar shaft
must be observed. After adjusting the handlebar, tighten the clamping screws firmly.
Use the following safety checklist to check the bicycle before using.
When mounting the pedals, observe the right and left threads (labelled on the pedal
axis with an R or L in the vicinity of the thread).
The images for the assembly instructions can be found on the last pages of this
manual.
After assembly, please conduct a safety check in accordance with the safety check-
list!
During assembly, please note that some parts, such as pedal thread and clamping
cone are lubricated.
Assembly must be carried out with great caution and by an adult, to avoid any po-
tential subsequent accidents or injuries. Please take your time when assembling the
bike. In some cases, it is necessary to tighten screws with a prescribed torque. The
torque value is stated in Newton metres (e.g. 2 Nm). If the torque with which a screw
is tightened is too low, the connection may still be too loose and therefore unsafe. If
the torque is too high, screws and other parts may be damaged or destroyed. Please
contact your dealer or a workshop if you have any questions.
First remove the plastic protective caps from the cap nuts of the front and rear axle as
well as from the cantilever brakes at the front. Also remove the plastic foil which has
been used to protect the cranks.
Remove the handlebar padding from the handlebar and unscrew (with just a few
rotations) the underlying screw at the stem with the aid of a 6 mm Allen key (YOUKE
models) or a 13 mm spanner (STEEL/ STEEL-CLASSIC models). Now you can remove
the plastic cover that protects the clamping cone at the lower end of the stem shaft.
6. Maintenance and care
If the handbrake lever can be pulled more than half-way to the handlebar before the
braking effect takes place, the brake must be adjusted.
The braking surfaces must be clean, grease-free and the brake pads must be parallel
to one another.
Worn pads must be replaced immediately! When replacing, make sure you use
original pads or ensure that they match the material of the rim at least (e.g. see the
label: "Alloy / Alu" for aluminium rims).
Caution in the event of rim wear
Regularly check the state of the rims and pay special attention to the wear groove
which surrounds the rim. Consult your specialist workshop in good time (when the
groove is almost worn away). Breakage and accident risks!
Pay special attention to ensure that the handlebar and saddle do not rotate!
Check the chain tension and adjust as necessary (if required, by loosening the rear
wheel, aligning and tightening again).
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