User manual HYOSUNG TE 50

[. . . ] FOREWORD 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. The next owner will need this information also. [. . . ] Inspect the area before riding and remove any rocks, sticks or other potential hazards. Stay away from ditches and bumps. 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 Before permitting your child to operate theA T Vunder power, be sure to adjust the throttle limiter to provide a low maximum speed capability. Turning the limiter clockwise reduces the A T V maximum 's 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 theATVand 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 theATV 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. 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 theATVaround so you can push it straight ahead in the opposite direction. Next, start theATVs 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 the ATV if 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. 22 STEP 4 - TURNING After your child has learned to ride theA T V in a straight line and can stop it when he/she wants to, you should teach the child how to turn the vehicle. Explain the proper body movements for turning, and let your child PRACTICE FIRST WITH THE ENGINE OFF, as you push the vehicle from behind. When turning, watch to make sure your child: 1. Shifts his/her weight slightly forward and supports his/her weight on the outer footrest. Leans his/her upper body into the turn and turns the handlebars in the direction of the turn. 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. [. . . ] Wet brakes may not provide as much stopping power as dry brakes. Test your brakes after washing ATV, while riding at slow speed. If necessary, apply brakes several times to let friction dry out the linnings and pads. NOTE : Avoid spraying or allowing water to flow over the following places : Spark plug Fuel tank cap Carburetor Use a garden hose at low pressure to remove the majority of dirt or other debris. Hand wash your ATV with a mild soap or detergent and water. [. . . ]