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Labicana Trike v1.0 Manual

1. Delivery

Your tricycle will have arrived on a pallet, secured with straps and wooden supports. Delivery can only be made kerbside so you may need to transport the scooter a short distance. If you anticipate this being an issue you can order some small dollies

2. Removing the Metal Frame

The first step is removing the metal frame that surrounds the tricycle, which is placed there to protect it during transit. The frame is held together by 26 nuts and bolts. A 14mm socket can be used to unscrew the nut, with another 14mm socket used t

3. Unpacking the Components

The wrapping can be removed, leaving the tricycle along with a variety of parts and components. These parts can be taken off the tricycle, with the main ones being two wheels, the rear basket and the rear mudguard holder. The mudguards can also be re

4. Attaching the Handlebars

Included with the tricycle, inside the rear seat, are a variety of tools, screws and components, with some loose and some inside a ziplock bag. The tools consist of two spanners (one large and one small) a screwdriver handle with two attachments and

5. Taking the Tricycle Off the Base

The tricycle is secured to the frame at five points by metal wire (both sides of front wheel, both sides at the rear and in the middle at the rear). To detach the scooter can untwist the wire and then remove it. The wire is quite tough as well as sha

6. Attaching Rear Motor and Axle

The rear axle is attached to the tricycle using two brackets. The left bracket (looking from the rear) is wielded onto the axle, whilst the right bracket comes separately and must be attached. It is easiest to do the left bracket first. It can be hel

7. Attaching the Wheels

Now the axle and motor are attached it is relatively simple to attach the wheels to the rear axle. Remember that there is a left and right wheel (or more precisely tyre). You can tell which side the wheel is on by looking for the small arrow labelled

8. Attaching the Mudguards & Basket

The mudguard holder needs to be attached to the rear of the tricycle. It attaches at two points, make sure it goes the right way around. The tabs should be on the opposite side of the bar to the part of the frame they connect to, as seen in the photo

9. Attaching the Seat Divider (Optional)

The seat divider is optional. Some customers like it as it gives the rear passenger something to hold onto, whilst others dislike it as it can make for an uncomfortable backrest. It is attached with two small screws.

10. Attaching the Backrest and Rear Indicators

The backrest and the indicator holder were originally inside the basket. It is attached to the frame by two of the long silver screws. They have to be attached at the same time, with the indicator holder slotting on top of the backrest. Attaching ind

11. Finishing Touches

The tricycle is nearly complete. All that remains is to remove any remaining plastic coverings and to check the battery for damage. You should also ensure that the brakes are working correctly.