Quest 88 Trikes User Manual

Summary of Trikes

  • Page 1

    These are the user instructions for quest 88 limited trikes. Please read them carefully before the trike is used and store them in a safe place. Always refer to these instructions before adjusting the set up of the trike, or if you feel the trike is not performing properly. These instructions also i...

  • Page 2

    Before the trike is used each trike requires setting up when it has been delivered. A combination tool is supplied with the trike in order for this to be done. Look after this tool and keep all the parts with it. The spanners slide out of the tool and the allan keys and screwdriver fold out. The 8mm...

  • Page 3

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com 3 qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 saddle height the saddle height is the essential element in maintaining balance, whilst providing the legs with the...

  • Page 4

    Qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 4 quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com steering set up 4 point handlebar stem steering needs to be correctly positioned to maximise steering ability a...

  • Page 5

    Qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com 5 multi positional handlebar stem this is a handlebar stem which gives greater adjustment, providing a more accurate ...

  • Page 6

    Qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 6 stem angle adjustment adjusting the angle of the stem determines how close the handlebars are to the user. By considering the angle of the handlebars, the angle of the stem and the height of the stem, the optimum handle bar position can be achieved. To adjust the...

  • Page 7

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 7 check of correct positioning positioning can be checked quickly after setting up by pushing the trike forwards with...

  • Page 8

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 8 hip and thoracic supports these provide support to maintain a 'midline' position on the saddle. Both supports h...

  • Page 9

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 9 fastening support straps the straps must fit the user snuggly. Loosely fitting the straps should be avoided as the ...

  • Page 10

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com fitting/removing the thoracic support the thoracic support is an independent unit which can be added to, or removed from, the hip support. When fitt...

  • Page 11

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 11 footplates and foot position the position of the foot on the pedal is an important factor in transferring leg musc...

  • Page 12

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 12 ! Always remove afo’s from the footplates when the trike is not in use as the fixed-wheel action will knock th...

  • Page 13

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 13 push/pull rods (parental/carer control) push/pull rods are used to “check” the action of the user on trike. They c...

  • Page 14

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 14 day to day use getting on and off a trike it is important to develop a safe routine for getting on and off a t...

  • Page 15

    Qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 15 quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com two piece frame quest 88 tricycles can be split into two parts to make lifting and handling, transport and storage...

  • Page 16

    Qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 16 quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com 1 2 3 4 5 fitting guide - for printed wheel covers feed wheel cover (at slot) behind the mudguard stay and ove...

  • Page 17

    17 qd. Trinst1.P65 iss.7/gj-06/09 quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com tyres: tyre pressure should be maintained at 25 to 30 psi to maintain stability and even wear. If tyres are too so...

  • Page 18

    Qd. Trinst1supp.Pm6 iss.7/gj-06/09 18 quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com tyres (continued) to insert a repaired or new inner tube, slightly inflate the inner tube and insert the valve...

  • Page 19

    Quest 88 limited, aston street, shifnal, shropshire, tf11 8dw tel: +44 (0)1952 463050 fax: +44 (0)1952 463077 www.Quest88.Com email:general@quest88.Com a level of supervision appropriate to the user’s abilities should be applied at all times. Optimum performance will come through using the trike on ...

  • Page 20

    Quest 88 tricycles - limited warranty quest 88 tricycle frames and forks are warranted by the company: for the first 5 years from date of purchase against any defects in materials and workmanship. Other parts of the tricycle are warranted for two years from date of purchase against defects in materi...