BERG 49.90.00.34 Rally APX Red 3 Gears User Manual

49.90.00.34 Rally APX Red 3 Gears
User Manual

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49.90.00.34 Rally APX Red 3 Gears

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a BERG go-kart.
BERG strives to design and produce robust and safe products. Your choice for a BERG product means you have chosen a product that will give years of pleasure. Because of the continuous  development of our products we retain the right to change product specifications without giving any notice.
Read the manual carefully for the required safety and maintenance instructions.
The BERG product has a long life span, but will need some maintenance from time to time. You will find the instructions for maintenance in this User’s Manual. People who keep this in mind  are guaranteed of a hardwearing toy that will last for many years.
Visit our homepage at www.bergtoys.com to find out more about BERG and see our products and accessories. You are warmly invited to send an e-mail to BERG, with your suggestions for  improvement and other experiences. You can send these to info@bergtoys.com.

Warnings

• Adult supervision required.
• This product may not be used on public roads.
• Do not turn sharp when driving with high speed. The go-kart can tip!
• Store the product in a dry and moisture free environment.
• This product contains non-rechargeable batteries.
• Only use the prescribed batteries.
• Different types of batteries or new and used batteries may not be mixed.
• Batteries have to be inserted with the polarity (+ / -) on the correct side.
• Never short circuit the battery of the toy.
• Exhausted batteries have to be removed from the toy.
• Be aware of loose hanging pieces of clothing such as scarves and shoelaces. These can become entangled in moving parts, which can lead to accidents.
• Never ride if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicines that can negatively affect your reaction time or powers of observation.

User guidelines

BERG or the dealer cannot be held responsible for improper use of this product. Read these guidelines before use to properly and safely use this product. BERG cannot be held responsible for  any omissions in this manual.
2.1 Safety
Children (under 12) may only use the product under the guidance of an adult. Always pay attention to the highest possible safety measures. If you have questions or are not sure of something,  then visit your local dealer or contact BERG.
2.2 User instructions
Only use your BERG product as instructed below. Any unauthorized use could result in serious injuries to the user and/or the product.
2.2.1 Before Use

• Adjust the seat and steering wheel to the correct position, according to the size of the user.
• Make sure the steering, brakes and tires are functioning correctly and the bolts and nuts are fixed.
• Protective covers, which have been removed for maintenance purposes, should always be put back in the original state before use.
• Check if the tire pressures meet the safety norms as shown on the tire. The function of the brake and the steering depend on these being correct.
• The adult is responsible for instructing the child how to operate this product.
• Make sure the electrical parts are intact and functioning correctly.

2.2.2 During use

• Ride at a suitable speed where you have control.
• Always pay attention to the environment.
• Brake the product always using the handbrake / back pedal brake.
• Do not operate the electrical parts while driving. Steering the go-kart using only one hand could result in accidents and injuries.
• Always ride on a smooth surface without obstacles.
• Wearing protective gear is not mandatory but in the interest of safety it is advised.
• Make sure that the product cannot run away when the product is parked. This is possible by using the parking brake.
• Do not place any unnecessary objects on or against the steering. Make sure that the steering always functions properly.

2.2.3 Trailer
If a trailer is connected to the go-kart, you must remember that the braking distance will be longer.
The trailers from BERG may not be hooked on the go-kart while standing on steep slopes. No people are allowed in the trailer. For the maximum load weight for the trailer please refer to the  trailer User’s Guide.
2.2.4 Brakes
The go-kart is equipped with a special hub. With this hub it is possible while riding forwards to pedal backwards so that the braking function in the rear wheel comes into action. While doing  so, the brake function is being operated. Besides that it is also possible to ride backwards.

2.3 Restrictions for use

• Protect the product from moisture, do not use outside when it’s raining.
• This product may not be used on public roads.
• Do not ride backwards at great speeds. Doing this could make you lose control.
• Collisions or other stunts increase the chance of injury to both the user and the product and are not allowed.
• Avoid contact with moving parts while riding the product.
• Do not get on or off the product while it is moving.
• Do not overload the product. Maximum user weight is 60 kg.
• Never ride in the dark without lights.
• Do not ride across a slope (rather than up or down) and make sharp turns during high speed, there is a risk the product can tip over.
• Going downhill considerably increases your speed and accidents can occur. The braking distance will also be longer! It is not allowed to use this product on hills or slopes (up and downhill).

2.4 Accessories

• Only original BERG accessories may be used. BERG has a range of accessories with which you can adapt the go-kart entirely to your own wishes. You can find all the accessories at  www.bergtoys.com.
• For correct use and installation of an accessory please refer to the accompanying manual.
• All accessories should be assembled by an adult and supervised by an adult during use.

2.5 Disposal and recycling information
This product must be disposed separately from the ordinary household wastes at its end of life because it contains batteries and electrical parts. For information about where to recycle contact  your local waste disposal authority or the retailer where you bought the product.

Maintenance

Some maintenance is necessary in order to use the BERG product and have fun with it for a long time.
This chapter describes how, how often, and which maintenance must be carried out.
3.1 Maintenance scheme

Wheels / Tires
• Check for wear
• Check the tire pressure
and if necessary increase the
pressure.| Frame
• Clean and check all nuts and bolts.
• Check the frame for any  cracks and fractures.
Driving Mechanism
• Check chain for correct tension.
• Chain greasing.
• Check for sand or dirt and  clean if necessary.
• Check and tighten bolts.
Steering
• Check all nuts and bolts.
• Lubricate the moving parts.
• Clean and oil the chains.
• Check all screws and bolts.
• Check for sand or dirt and clean if necessary.| Driving Mechanism
• Check for correct functioning  of bearings, chain,  hub, sprockets and axles.
Plastic parts
• Clean the plastic parts and  check damage| Plastic Parts
• Clean the plastic
parts and check for
damage.

3.2 Maintenance activities
3.2.1 Frame

• The frame is powder-coated or black zinc plated. To prevent rust forming it is important to not keep the pedal go-kart outside for a long time during rain and clean the frame regularly. If  you want to conserve the frame with grease, only use acid free substances. You can treat damaged areas with paint.
• Check the bolts and nuts for rust and replace them to prevent them from breaking which can cause injuries.

3.2.2 Wheels / Tires

• Regularly check the rims and tires for any damage (for example cuts, cracks and bulges). Attention: damaged rims and tires can lead to accidents! The tires must not come into contact with oil, grease or fuel.
• The correct tire pressure is shown on the outside of the tire. If the tires are at the correct pressure the product will be light and easy to handle. If the pressure is too low, the tires will leak  quicker and will suffer excessive wear and tear. If the tire pressure is too high, the tire can for example come loose from the rim, resulting in dangerous situations. Attention: remember that in bright sunlight and at high temperatures the tire pressure increases! The tires must not come into contact with oil, grease or fuel. Make sure that the valve caps are always fitted on the  valves.
• Incorrect tire pressure will negatively affect the functionality and safety of the hand brake and parking brake. The brake bar is designed to function optimally at the correct tire pressure.

3.2.3 Steering
The steering equipment must be checked every month for the following:

• Damage, rust, wear and tear.
• All the nuts and bolts must be tightened.
• Check if the front wheels are properly aligned. If necessary, adjust according to attached scheme.
  

3.2.4 Chain
The go-kart has a driving mechanism with two chains.
Make sure that the chains are sufficiently oiled so that they can travel freely .
If a chain is too tightly tensioned, the product will be more difficult to pedal and there is a big chance that wear and tear of the chain and sprocket, among other things, will occur faster. If a  chain is not tight enough, the chain can easily come off the sprocket, or there is a chance of damage to the chain housing.
When both chains must be tensioned, always begin with the rear/short chain.
To tension the rear chain:

• Remove the protective hood.
• Loosen the nuts of the hub.
• Tension the chain by moving the hub forwards.
• Make sure that the hub remains exactly parallel to the rear axle.
• Tighten the hub nuts again.
• The chain has the correct tension if the middle can be pushed 6 millimeters downwards.

Tensioning the front chain:

• Loosen the bolts of the crank axle at the bottom of the frame.
• Tension the chain by turning the tensioning nut clockwise.
• Tighten the bolts again. It must be possible to push the middle of the chain downwards by 1 centimeter. Check this before you install the protective hood back in its place.
• Install the protective hood back in its place.

3.2.5 Plastic parts
The plastic parts must be checked regularly for damage and breakage.
In the case of breakage you must immediately replace the part concerned with an original part, in order to guarantee the safety of the user.
3.2.6 Crank adjustment
After using the new product for several days (intensive use) or for up to two weeks (normal use) after purchase, the mounting bolts with which the left and right cranks are mounted must be  tightened again (see illustration below). Note that they must be ‘ hand tightened’, that is to say with a tightening moment of 30Nm at the maximum (it is a normal effect that after a short period of use, as a result of the force applied to the pedals, the crank assembly settles).
An effect when this isn’t done regularly, is that a certain amount of play can occur, which can lead to damage to the crank and the crank axle. This play can be taken up by tightening the bolts  further.

3.2.7 Hub gear tuning
The brake freewheel works like a back-pedalling brake and has a neutral. The brake freewheel can be put in reverse. The gears should be tuned at least every six months.
Tuning the gears:

• Remove the protective hood and make sure that the hub is in 2nd gear.
• Loosen the small nut which fixes the adjustment rod.
• Position the end of the grip shift cable as indicated below by rotating the rod.
• When the gears are tuned correctly, tighten the cable and mount the chain guard back in position

Warranty

4.1 Warranty period
The owner of this BERG product has the following warranty on this product:

• The frame has a warranty of 2 years from the date of purchase.
• Other parts have a warranty of 2 years from the date of purchase.
• Parts that are liable to wear and tear (such as chains and tires) are excluded from warranty.
• Check www.bergtoys.com for extensive waranty regulations.

4.2 Warranty regulations
The owner of the product can only claim a warranty by presenting the original bill of the purchase.
The warranty only applies to material and construction faults and with respect to this product or parts thereof. The warranty lapses if:

• The product is incorrectly and/or carelessly used.
• Use of the product is not in accordance with its purpose.
• The product is not assembled and maintained in conformance with the user manual.
• Technical repairs to the product are not carried out in a professional way.
• Parts mounted afterwards do not meet technical specifications of the product involved or have not been mounted correctly.
• Added parts or replaced parts are no official BERG spare parts or accessories.
• Deficiencies arise as a result of climate influences, such as rust or normal weathering of the paint work.
• The product has been used for rental purposes or in any other way made available to several unspecified persons.

Under no circumstances can BERG be held responsible for damage to the products (of parts thereof ) as a result of:

• Incorrect adjustment/tightening of the steering, the steering mechanism, chain and tires.
• Replacement of parts such as the chain and tires not being carried out in time.

During the warranty period, all material and construction faults assessed by BERG will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of BERG.
The owner of the product can only lay claim under this warranty by returning to the company where the product was bought. Besides the complaint, take the product serial number and original  purchase receipt with you. You can find the serial number on the frame of the product.
If the claim under the warranty is refused, all costs incurred must be paid by the owner.
The warranty is not transferable to third parties.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Would you like free supplementary guarantee?
Don’t forget to register your product online immediately!
Go to www.bergtoys.com/registration. This will ensure your 3-year, 5-year (go-karts), 8-year or 13-year (trampolines) frame guarantee on your purchase.
For the conditions, please visit www.bergtoys.com/registration

References

• Premium pedal go-karts, trampolines, ride-ons and playsets | Bergtoys.com
• Pedal-Gokarts, Trampoline, Laufräder und Spielgeräte in Premiumqualität | BERG
• Produktregistrierung | BERG
• Registro de Producto | BERG
• Enregistrement des produits | BERG
• Productregistratie | BERG
• Product registration | BERG

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