User manual HYOSUNG TE 100

[. . . ] This manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when resold or otherwise transferred to a new owner or operator. The manual contains important safety information and instructions which should be read carefully before operating the vehicle. 1 F O R E WO R D This manual is an essential part of your vehicle. It contains important information on safety, operation and maintenance. It is especially important that this manual remain with the vehicle at the time of resale. [. . . ] Demonstrate operation of the controls if necessary. Ask the child to do such things as"apply the brakes, turn off the engine, lock the parking brake" etc. Practice this , exercise until the child can operate all of the controls without hesitation and without looking at the controls. 30 Go over the INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING with your child until he/she knows all of the items that should be checked and how they should be checked. Give specific examples of things to look for. STEP 3 - STARTING OFF AND STOPPING 4. As you approach the end of the practice area, tell the rider to stop the vehicle, apply the parking brake, and get off. You should then drag the rear end of the TE100 / 90around so you can push it straight ahead in the opposite direction. Practice with the engine off until your child gets the feel of using the brakes and can stop the vehicle and turn off the engine stop switch without looking at the controls, and without hesitation. WARNING For practice, choose a large, level area away from other riders and free of obstructions. Inspect the area before riding and remove any rocks, sticks or other potential hazards. Stay away from ditches and bumps. WARNING Before permitting your child to operate the TE100 /90 under power, be sure to adjust the throttle limiter to provide a low maximum speed capability. Turning the limiter clockwise reduces ' theTE100 /90s maximum speed capability. To help your child develop confidence, he/she should PRACTICE FIRST WITH THE ENGINE OFF, as follows : 1. Have your child sit on theTE100 / 90 and tell him/her to release the parking brake. Instruct your child to keep his/her eyes straight ahead and slowly push the vehicle from behind, if you are physically able to do so. This will allow your child to get the feel of riding a moving vehicle. As you push theTE100 / 90 instruct , your child to steer straight ahead and perform operations such as stopping the vehicle and turning off the engine stop switch while moving. Watch your child closely to make sure he/she is operating the controls correctly and without looking at the controls. 31 Next, start theTE100 / 90s engine and ' have your child practice starting off, riding in a straight line, and stopping, with the vehicle under power. Walk along the side of theTE100 / 90if you can, or have the young-ster ride back and forth between you and another supervisor. Watch closely to make sure the rider : 1. Opens the throttle gently when starting off. Releases the throttle and applies the brake in sequence when stopping. Becomes aware of the distance it takes the vehicle to stop when the engine stop switch is turned off while the vehicle is moving. As you approach the end of the practice area, you should again tell the rider to stop the vehicle, apply the parking brake, and get off so you can turn it around for him/her. Practice this exercise until your child can start off, accelerate, cruise and stop correctly and with confidence. STEP 5 - PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER When your child has mastered the basic riding maneuvers in the previous steps, he/she should practice putting them all together. Instruct the rider to perform various maneuvers such as turning right, turning left, stopping, parking, etc. [. . . ] Dry all areas using a chamois or soft absorbent cloth. PREPARATION FOR CLEANING Wash the ATV before any mud dries on the ATV. Block or seal the end of the exhaust pipe (muffler) using a piece of plastic wrap, cloth rag or another method to prevent water from entering the engine. INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING Remove the rags or wrapping from the exhaust pipe. For extended life of your ATV, lubricate according to"GENERAL LUBRICATION" section. CAUTION High pressure washers can damage your ATV. High pressure washers such as those found at coinoperated car washers have enough pressure to damage the parts of your ATV. [. . . ]