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content introduction 4 . basic steps 8 2.assembling the bassinet 8 . assembling the seat 20 4. various uses of bassinet and seat 22 5. using the seat’s safety belts 24 6. fitting the underseat bag 26 7. going outdoors with the bugaboo gecko 27 8. protection against weather and wind 0 9. travelling and storage 5 0. maintenance and accessories 7 . accessories 8 LIMITED WARRANTY 9 eng
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introduction 4 Congratulations on the purchase of your patented Bugaboo* Gecko. The Bugaboo Gecko is renowned for its versatility and safety (bassinet, push- chair and buggy comply with ASTM Standards F8 -05). You and your child will be surprised by the Bugaboo Gecko’s possibilities. We wish you a great deal of pleasure with your Bugaboo Gecko. Please remember to complete and return the warranty card, so that you can be certain of receiving the best and most complete service from Bugabo
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5 WARNINGS • Failure to follow these warnings and instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Keep plastic bags and other packing materials that may pose a suffocation hazard away from children and safely discard as soon as possible. • Do not use the Bugaboo Gecko if any part or component appears to be broken, damaged or missing. Discontinue use of the Bugaboo Gecko in case of malfunction. • Be certain that all components (e.g. chassis, frame, seat/bassinet attachment d
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6 WARNINGS • Never attach purses, shopping bags, diaper bags or other packages or similar items to the handle bar as they may change the balance of the Bugaboo Gecko and cause a hazardous condition. • Excessive weight may cause a hazardous unstable condition to exist. • If package carrying items are added onto the product, unstable hazardous conditions may exist. • The product will become unstable if the manufacturer’s recommended load is exceeded. • The Bugaboo Gecko should be use
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assembly and use 7 The Bugaboo Gecko is easy to assemble and prepare for use. It is advisable to repeat actions a couple of times when indicated. This section explains how to assemble the Bugaboo Gecko. The subjects are the chassis, swivel wheels, big wheels with pneumatic tires, unfolding the chassis, parking brake, adjusting the handlebar, frame and carry handle. Each basic step in the Bugaboo Gecko’s assembly is explained separately in the text boxes. It is advisable to practice the b
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. basic steps 8 chassis The chassis is the main component of the Bugaboo Gecko. The Bugaboo Gecko frame clicks into the chassis and becomes the base for the bassinet and seat. The parts are attached to the chassis. The chassis is comprised of the following components: - axle for the big wheels; - axle for the swivel wheels with holder; - handlebar with frame bearers, parking brake and wrist strap. You also need the following for the assembly: - 2 swivel wheels; - 2 big wheels with pneumati
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e e Move the handlebar upwards and away from you and 9 let go of the white buttons. You hear a ‘click’ when the handlebar is upright. ‘click’ ‘click’ swivel wheels The swivel wheels provide optimum maneuverability. step 2 placing the swivel wheels in the holders a a Without releasing it, move the handlebar to the floor . The wheel axles are now facing upwards. This enables you to fit the wheels without having to bend down far. b b Move the white sliding buttons upwards. These are the
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other functions 0 removing the swivel wheels from the holders a. The swivel wheel has a round button, which protrudes through the holder . The button has 2 sprung lips. b b Push on the 2 lips and remove the swivel wheel from the holder. c. Do the same on the other side. swivel wheels unlocked a. Push down the swivel locks. b. The swivel wheels are unlocked. c. The Bugaboo Gecko’s maneuverability is highest with this setting. swivel wheels locked a. Push up the swivel locks. b. The swiv
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b b Remove the wheel from the axle; repeat on the other side. Important The big wheels cannot be removed from the axle if the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake is on. inflating the tires a. Unscrew the valve’s black valve cap. b Use an ordinary bicycle pump to inflate the pneumatic tires. WARNINGS • Do not inflate to more than bar ( 5 PSI). deflating the tires a. Press the inside of the big wheel’s valve. This releases air. Important Do not leave the valve caps lying around. Prevent
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c c Push your foot against the axle of the swivel wheels. 2 d. The swivel wheels are released. The chassis is now standing on 4 wheels. WARNINGS • Care must be taken when folding and unfolding the chassis to prevent finger entrapment. parking brake The parking brake is on the handlebar. It prevents the big wheels from turning. Always apply the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake when the stroller is stationary so it cannot roll away. When the handlebar is above the big wheels, the parking b
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other functions releasing the parking brake a a Grip the handle tightly with one hand. Press the white, round button on the handle with the other hand and move the handle towards the handlebar. b. The parking brake is now off. Note If you press the white, round button on the handle without holding the handle tightly, the parking brake will be released suddenly. To avoid injury, do not place your fingers between the handle and the handlebar. Note Release the Bugaboo Gecko’ s par
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frame 4 When the frame is fastened to the chassis; the chassis is then secured. The bassinet or seat fabric is fastened 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 bassinet or seat. step 6 fitting the frame on the chassis a a Squeeze together the squeeze-fastener on the center shaft. This releases the frame bearers. b. Place the frame bearers in the upright position. c c Let go of the squ
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step 7 fitting the frame on the chassis 5 a. Fit the frame supports on the frame bearers. b b Press the frame downwards until you hear a ‘click’ on both sides. The frame is now attached to the chassis. ‘click’ ‘click’ WARNINGS • T o check whether the frame is attached to the chassis, pick up the frame. If the frame releases one or both sides of the chassis, press the frame onto the chassis again until you hear a ‘click’ on both sides. other functions placing the frame in different posit
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6 WARNINGS • Only the seat can be used in positions on the frame. The bassinet can only be used horizontally (See WARNINGS Section). removing the frame from the chassis a. Place the frame in the horizontal position. b b Simultaneously press the 2 square, white buttons on the frame supports to release the frame. c c Pick up the frame. d. Place the frame on the floor, resting on the frame supports. Important The 2 square, white buttons are always used to remove the frame, with the
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practicing 7 Now you have assembled the chassis you can: • fold out the chassis; • release and move the handlebar; • fit and remove the swivel wheels; • activate and de-activate the swiveling action of the swivel wheels; • fit and remove the big wheels; • inflate and deflate the tires; • use the parking brake; • fit, remove and turn around the frame; and • place the seat in different positions. eng
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2. assembling the bassinet 8 The bassinet consists of the frame, the bassinet fabric, with base plate, mattress and the apron. Hook and loop fasteners ensure that the bassinet hangs securely in the frame. step attaching the bassinet fabric to the frame The round side of the bassinet fabric fits in the round side of the frame. a. Fit the frame (horizontally) onto the chassis. b. Unfasten the hook and loop fasteners. c c Fasten the 2 hook and loop fasteners tight to the frame, in the
