Hello Kitty BM121 Owner's Manual

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE R EFERENCE A S THEY CO NTAIN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

3 WHEELED SCOOTER OWNER’S MANUAL

This sco oter come s with an authentic Fi reman Min ion Head with Light & Sounds. For a ges 3 year s or above.

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CAUTION:

Due to potential expo sure to small parts and sharp edges, a ttachm ent, detachment,
batter y removal and any othe r mainten ance sho uld only be d one by an adul t.
A small Phillips screwdriver is required.

FOR AGES THREE TO FOUR
MAXIMUM WEIGHT: 60 lbs. (27 kgs.) BM121

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Proper fit and size adjustments

3. Safety

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4. Safety Tips

5. Safety Check

6. Assembly

8. Battery installation and replacement

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INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual was written to help you get the most performance,
comfort, enjoyment and safety when your child is riding his or her new
scooter. It is important for you to understand your child’s new scooter,
how your child should use it and what you need to do to keep your
child safe. This manual contains many “Warnings” and “Cautions”
concerning the consequences of failing to maintain or inspect your
tricycle. Because any incident can result in serious injury or even
death, we do not repeat the warning of possible serious injury or death
each time such a warning is mentioned. This manual contains important

safety, performance and maintenance information. Read the manual
before letting your child have their first ride on their new scooter, and
keep the manual handy for future reference.

A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS

Your child’s new scooter is distributed by Dynacraft BSC, Inc. and is
intended for riding on flat surfaces and easy slopes. Uses such as aggressive
off-road riding, downhill riding, jumping, tricks, stunting and other extreme
uses are not recommended and if you allow your child to do such things
with this scooter you must assume sole responsibility for any harm to your
child that may result. It is a tragic fact that riding accidents involve children.
As a parent or guardian, you bear the responsibility for the activities and
safety of your minor child. Among these responsibilities are to make sure
that your child’s new scooter which your child is riding is properly fitted to
the child; that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and
your child have gone over the use, operation and safety section of this manual;
that you and your child have learned, and understand what to do and what
not to do with your child’s new scooter, and the common sense rules of gravity,
safe speed and courteous riding.

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GENERAL WARNING: Riding can be a hazardous activity

even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your
child’s new scooter is your responsibility as it helps reduce the risk
of injury. This manual contains many “WARNINGS” concerning the
consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your child’s new
scooter. Many of the warnings could say, “your child may lose control
and fall.” Because any fall can result in serious injury or even death,
we do not repeat the warning of possible injury or death whenever the
risk of falling leads to a “WARNING”.

NOTE: The illustrations in this manual are used simply to provide

examples; the components of your child’s new scooter might differ. In
addition, some of the parts shown might be optional and not part of
your child’s new scooter’s standard equipment. The following manual
is only a guide to assist you.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY

1. Always wear a helmet and other protective equipment.

2. Continuous adult supervision required.

3. Never use near motor vehicles.

4. Never use near streets, swimming pools, hills, steps, or sloped
driveways.

5. Always wear shoes when using the tricycle.

6. Allow only one rider to use scooter at a time.

7. Do not ride on rough surfaces.

8. Do not ride at night.

9. Do not ride in wet conditions.

It is recommended that the rider should always wear a properly
fitted helmet that complies with U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission(CPSC) Standard 16 CFR 1203 .

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ONLY

Phillips screwdriver (Not included)

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• Adjustable wrench (Not included)

Dynacraft recommends assembly by an adult with experience in scooter
mechanics.

PROPER FIT AND SIZE
ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: The age recommendation is only an estimate.

If you are too small or too large to comfortably reach the deck
or handlebars, do not ride the scooter. As a parent, you are the
best judge of whether your child can safely operate the scooter;
this includes determining whether your child is at the appropriate
developmental stage for safe use of the scooter. Any rider that is

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unable to fit comfortably on the scooter should never attempt to ride
it. A parent’s decision to allow their child to use the scooter should
be based on the child’s maturity, skill and their ability to follow rules.
Keep the scooter away from small children and remember that it
is intended for use only by those who are, at a minimum, able to
comfortably and safely operate the scooter.

Children operating the tricycle should be supervised by an adult at
all times. Parents should ensure that children only use the scooter
safely and within their age and physical limits.

WARNING: Failing to properly adjust and tighten the screw,

bolts and clamps that affix the handlebars and rear wheels
can cause you to lose control and fall. When properly tightened,
you cannot twist the front wheel out of line with the handlebars or
move the brake out of adjustment. If you can twist or force these
components to come off by hand, re-adjust and properly retighten
the screws and bolts.

SAFETY

HELMETS. Although not every state or municipality requires

juvenile-age riders to wear a helmet, Dynacraft strongly recommends
you wear a properly approved helmet, such as ANSI or SNELL, even if
the law does not mandate the use of a helmet.

Keep feet on the pedals at all times while riding in the seated
position. Do not ride more than one person at a time. Never use
near steps or swimming pools.

WARNING: Helmets must be properly fitted and the straps

adjusted properly to be effective. Ask your dealer to help you with the
selection, fit and adjustment of your helmet.

CORRECT FITTING -
MAKE SURE YOUR HELMET
COVERS YOUR FOREHEAD.

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INCORRECT FITTING -

FOREHEAD IS EXPOSED

AND VULNERABLE TO

SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNING: Always wear shoes when riding the scooter.

WARNING: Do not ride at night or in low-light conditions.

Do not ride at night. Dynacraft strongly recommends against riding
at night or when lighting or visibility conditions are less than optimal
(such as dawn and dusk).

WARNING: Lighting for night riding or low light conditions is

not required and is not standard equipment on the scooter. Do not
ride at night or in low light conditions.

WARNING: Do not ride in wet conditions. Wet weather impairs

traction, braking, control and visibility. The risk of accident is increased
dramatically in wet weather.

WARNING: Keep your fingers and other parts away from the

steering system, wheels and all other moving components.

SAFETY TIPS

WARNING TO PARENTS: Kids need to be taught safe

riding and the importance of obeying all rules of the road. Traffic,
motor vehicles and road hazards can be very dangerous. Parents and
children are urged to read and understand these safety tips together.

RULES OF THE ROAD:

Adult supervision is required.

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• Never use near steps, sloped driveways, hills roadways, alleys,

and swimming pool areas.

• Do not ride between parked cars.

• Do not ride in the road or street.

• Do not ride at night.

• Stop for all stop signs.

• Use crosswalks to cross streets.

• Always walk at crosswalks.

• Always wear a helmet.

• Always wear shoes, and never allow more than one rider.

• Always sit on the seat, do not stand on the seat.

• Stop at all stop signs and lights.

• Never ride with headphones or use a cell phone when riding.

• Never carry a passenger.

• Never hitch a ride with another vehicle.

• Do not weave into traffic or make sudden turns.

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• Observe and yield the right-of-way as prescribed by local traffic

rules.

Become aware of and learn your local laws and regulations.
Most states and communities have rules regarding helmet use,
bicycle licensing, riding on sidewalks, grinding and so on. It is the
responsibility of parents to make sure their children know and obey all
rules and regulations.

The scooter is intended for sidewalk and playground use only. You
must share this space with others including pedestrians, skaters and
other players. Respect their rights!

Ride defensively. Assume that pedestrians, skaters and other players
are so absorbed in their own world that they are not paying any
attention to you and that they will run you down or step out in front of
you, all without any warning.

Watch for obstacles such as pot holes, sewer grates, expansion
cracks and road or construction debris (such as nails or other foreign
objects) that could catch your wheel or force you to swerve or lose
control.

YOUR DRIVEWAY. Driveway accidents are frequent and

often fatal. Realize the danger of your own and all other driveways.
There may be obscured vision caused by trees, bushes or cars.
Your driveway is not a launching pad for fast roll-outs! Observe the
following driveway safety tips:

Look left, right and left again before exiting onto sidewalks or into
playground areas.

STOP SIGNS. Running a stop sign is a sure way to get hit by a car

and killed. Remember, always stop at every stop sign or stop light.
Always stop and walk across only when it is clear. Do not assume
that drivers of motor vehicles can see you. In fact, assume that every
driver cannot see you and that they are not paying attention. Observe
the following safety tips:

Stop at all stop signs and lights, regardless of traffic conditions. Look
in every direction of traffic before proceeding to walk across.
Watch especially for oncoming traffic making left turns:

Do not cut across the street, cross only at intersections. Practice
looking over your shoulder to the rear without accidentally turning (do
this only in an open space free from traffic and obstructions).

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DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT OR IN LOW VISIBILITY. SEE
SAFETY SECTION FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Riding the scooter may be a hazardous activity and has inherent dangers
that no amount of care, caution, instruction or expertise can eliminate.
Certain conditions may cause the equipment to fail without fault of the
manufacturer. Activities involving the use of this item carry the risk of
injury or death.

SAFETY CHECK (BEFORE EACH RIDE)

LOOSE PARTS. Check all bolts to ensure they are tight, taking

care not to over tighten the bolts.

FRAME, DECK, AND HANDLEBAR. Check for cracks or

broken connections. Although broken frames are rare, it is possible for
an aggressive rider to bash into a curb or wall and wreck and bend or
break a frame, deck or handlebar. Get in the habit or inspecting yours
regularly.

MAINTENANCE.

Wheels have sealed bearing hubs. The axles can be lubricated with
Triflow® or another oil based lubricant.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Adult Assembly Required. Dynacraft highly

recommends that you have your scooter assembled by an adult
with experience assembling scooters or similar products.

ASSEMBLY NOTE: Refer to the list of tools required for

assembly on page two of this manual. If you do not have the proper
tools or understanding of instructions in this manual, take your scooter
to a qualified mechanic for assembly, service or adjustments.

UNPACKING. Remove contents from box. Remove the cardboard

and/or plastic separators that protect the various component from
damage during shipping. Inspect the contents of the box for scratches
in the paint, dents or kinked cables that may have occurred during
shipping. Your scooter was partially assembled and packed at the
factory to prevent shipping damage and there should not be any
problems, even if the box has a few scars or dents. But if there is
damage to the box, contact customer service at 1-800-551-0032.

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STEP 1: Before assembling the scooter, make sure you have all the

parts in the diagram below. You will need a Phillips head screw driver
and an adjustable wrench.

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4

5

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1. Pole

2. Handle Bar

3. Deck

4. Hello Kitty Case

5. Front Wheels and Axle

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6. Plastic Cap

7. Handle Bar Nut & Bolt

8. Front Wheels Nut & Bolt

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STEP 2:

Insert Deck into front wheel
module

STEP 3:

Insert Pole into front module

ATTENTION: Pole should
be orientated as shown such
that the small arc is facing
downward toward the front
module.

STEP 4:

Use a Phillips head screw
driver and wrench to tighten
the Front Wheels Nut & Bolt.

WARNING: Failure to

properly install the handlebar

to the Pole can result in the

handlebars falling off and

causing risk of injury.

Periodically check to ensure

that the handlebar is securely

attached.

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STEP 5:

Put the plastic cap on the front
module

STEP 6:

Put the handlebar on to the
Pole as shown and tighten
the Handlebar Nut & Bolt to
secure the handlebar.

STEP 7:

Slide Hello Kitty Case on to the
Handlebar until it clicks into
place.

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CAUTION: TO AVOID BATTERY LEAKAGE

1. As with all small batteries, the batteries used with this product
should be kept away from small children who still put things in
their mouths. If they are swallowed, promptly see a doctor and
have the doctor phone [phone] collect. If you reside
outside the United States, have the doctor call your local
poison control center.

2. Be sure to insert the batteries correctly and always follow the
product and battery manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Do not mix old and new batteries or alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries

4. Always remove weak or dead batteries from the product.

IMPORTANT: BATTERY INFORMATION

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CAUTION:

1. Always follow the instructions carefully. Use only batteries
specified and be sure to insert them correctly by matching + and –
polarity markings.

2. Do not mix old batteries and new batteries or standard (carbon-zinc)
with alkaline batteries.

3. Remove exhausted or dead batteries from product.

4. Remove batteries if product is not to be played with for a long time.

5. Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.

6. Should this product cause, or be affected by, local electrical
interference, move it away from other electrical equipment.
Reset (switching off and back on again or removing and
re-inserting batteries) if necessary.

7. RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES: This product does not allow use of
rechargeable batteries.
Batteries included. Replace with 2 x AA 1.5V DC LR6 size batteries.
Philips/cross head screwdriver (not included) needed to
replace batteries.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Subject to the following limitations, all scooters manufactured for
Dynacraft are warranted to the original purchaser to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for a period from the date of purchase.

Lifetime For The Scooter’s Frame

Two Years On All Other Component Parts

No other express or implied warranty is given. Dynacraft will replace
without charge the scooter’s frame or those component parts that are
determined by Dynacraft to be defective in materials or manufacture under
normal use and service during the applicable warranty period. The origi­nal purchaser will be responsible for any and all labor charges connected
with the repair or replacement of the frame, and/or parts. Component parts
subject to wear in use, tires, tubes, seats, and grips are not covered under
this warranty.

NOTE: This limited warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear,
nor to claimed defects, malfunctions, or failures that result from abuse,
neglect, improper assembly, improper maintenance, alteration, collision,
crash or misuse.

CAUTION

Dynacraft does not encourage stunting, trick riding, ramp riding, jumping,
aggressive riding, riding on severe terrain, riding in severe climates, riding
with heavy loads, commercial activities; such use is inherently dangerous,
can cause serious injury to the rider, and if done it is with the rider’s parent’s
express and implied assumption of the risk of such use and Dynacraft shall
not have any responsibility for any break down of the scooter, its compo­nents or rider injuries that occur during such use.

Scooter riding can be inherently dangerous such that bodily injury or
death can occur, especially if the parent of the rider does not make the
safety and maintenance checks recommended in this manual, if the rider
does not wear a helmet, if the rider does not follow the rules of the road, if
the rider goes into traffic, rides double, or engages in aggressive, stunt or
extreme terrain riding. Parents that allow their children to ride taking such
actions will assume their own risk and the risk of injury to their child, and
Dynacraft will not be responsible.

THE PURCHASE OF THIS SCOOTER WILL CONFIRM THE BUYER’S

AGREEMENT THAT DYNACRAFT’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY

SHALL BE NO GREATER THAN THE AMOUNT OF THE ORIGINAL PUR­CHASE PRICE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL DYNACRAFT BE LIABLE FOR

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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Dynacraft

Customer Service

1.800.551.0032

7AM TO 4PM PACIFIC TIME

Please have the following information available when you call:
Model Number: (sample: 8595-95)
Production Date: (sample: 2003.10.10)
Serial Number: (sample: 03TD5899988)

Having this information is required and helps us handle your call more effectively.

DO NOT return this bike to the store.

Please call Dynacraft for assistance.

Dynacraft BSC, Inc.

89 S. Kelly Rd., American Canyon, CA 94503
Call Toll Free 1.800.551.0032
Monday - Friday 7AM TO 4PM PACIFIC TIME

www.dynacraftbike.com

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