Page 3 - english
Page 5 - content
eng content introduction 4 . basic steps 8 2.assembling the bassinet 8 . assembling the seat 20 4. various uses of bassinet and seat 22 5. using the seat’s safety belts 24 6. fitting the underseat bag 26 7. going outdoors with the bugaboo gecko 27 8. protection against weather and wind 0 9. travelli...
Page 6 - introduction; Congratulations on the purchase of your patented Bugaboo* Gecko.; before you start; the box with the bugaboo gecko comprises the following parts:
* Bugaboo is a registered brand name. eng 4 introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your patented Bugaboo* Gecko. The Bugaboo Gecko is renowned for its versatility and safety (bassinet, push- chair and buggy comply with ASTM Standards F8-05). You and your child will be surprised by the Bugab...
Page 7 - W A R N I N G S
eng 5 W A R N I N G S • Failure to follow these warnings and instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Keep plastic bags and other packing materials that may pose a suffocation hazard away from children and safely discard as soon as possible. • Do not use the Bugaboo Gecko if any part ...
Page 9 - assembly and use
eng 7 assembly and use The Bugaboo Gecko is easy to assemble and prepare for use. It is advisable to repeat actions a couple of times when indicated. This section explains how to assemble the Bugaboo Gecko. The subjects are the chassis, swivel wheels, big wheels with pneumatic tires, unfolding the c...
Page 10 - chassis
d a eng 8 . basic steps chassis The chassis is the main component of the Bugaboo Gecko. The Bugaboo Gecko frame clicks into the chassis and becomes the base for the bassinet and seat.The parts are attached to the chassis. The chassis is comprised of the following components:- axle for the big wheels...
Page 11 - swivel wheels; ‘click’
e a b c eng 9 e Move the handlebar upwards and away from you and let go of the white buttons. You hear a ‘click’ when the handlebar is upright. swivel wheels The swivel wheels provide optimum maneuverability. step 2 placing the swivel wheels in the holders a Without releasing it, move the handlebar ...
Page 12 - removing the swivel wheels from the holders; swivel wheels unlocked; big wheels with pneumatic tires; other functions; removing the big wheels from the axle
b a a eng 0 other functions removing the swivel wheels from the holders a. The swivel wheel has a round button, which protrudes through the holder. The button has 2 sprung lips. b Push on the 2 lips and remove the swivel wheel from the holder. c. Do the same on the other side. swivel wheels unlocked...
Page 13 - inflating the tires; deflating the tires; unfolding the chassis
b b ‘click’ ‘click’ eng b Remove the wheel from the axle; repeat on the other side. Important The big wheels cannot be removed from the axle if the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake is on. inflating the tires a. Unscrew the valve’s black valve cap.b Use an ordinary bicycle pump to inflate the pneumatic ...
Page 14 - parking brake
c a eng 2 c Push your foot against the axle of the swivel wheels. d. The swivel wheels are released. The chassis is now standing on 4 wheels. W A R N I N G S • Care must be taken when folding and unfolding the chassis to prevent finger entrapment. parking brake The parking brake is on the handlebar....
Page 15 - releasing the parking brake; adjusting the parking brake; be in its lowest position to lock.
a b eng other functions releasing the parking brake a Grip the handle tightly with one hand. Press the white, round button on the handle with the other hand and move the handle towards the handlebar. b. The parking brake is now off. Note If you press the white, round button on the handle without hol...
Page 16 - frame; again until you hear a ‘click’ on both sides.
a c ‘click’ ‘click’ eng 4 frame When the frame is fastened to the chassis; the chassis is then secured. The bassinet or seat fabric is fastened to the frame. The frame has 2 frame supports, which ‘click’ onto the 2 frame bearers. The round side of the frame is always the head end of the bassinet or ...
Page 17 - fitting the frame on the chassis; chassis again until you hear a ‘click’ on both sides.; placing the frame in different positions
b c eng 5 step 7 fitting the frame on the chassis a. Fit the frame supports on the frame bearers. b Press the frame downwards until you hear a ‘click’ on both sides. The frame is now attached to the chassis. W A R N I N G S • To check whether the frame is attached to the chassis, pick up the frame. ...
Page 18 - removing the frame from the chassis; turning the frame around
b c b eng 6 W A R N I N G S • Only the seat can be used in positions on the frame. The bassinet can only be used horizontally (See WARNINGS Section). removing the frame from the chassis a. Place the frame in the horizontal position. b Simultaneously press the 2 square, white buttons on the frame sup...
Page 19 - practicing
eng 7 practicing Now you have assembled the chassis you can:• fold out the chassis;• release and move the handlebar; • fit and remove the swivel wheels; • activate and de-activate the swiveling action of the swivel wheels; • fit and remove the big wheels;• inflate and deflate the tires;• use the par...
Page 20 - assembling the bassinet; step; fitting the mattress
c a eng 8 2. assembling the bassinet The bassinet consists of the frame, the bassinet fabric, with base plate, mattress and the apron. Hook and loop fasteners ensure that the bassinet hangs securely in the frame. step attaching the bassinet fabric to the frame The round side of the bassinet fabric f...
Page 21 - see section 8 on fitting the sun canopy.
a eng 9 step fitting the apron The apron protects the child against the cold and is fitted to the foot end of the bassinet. a Zip the apron onto the bassinet. First make sure that the runners at the end on the left are next to each other. b. If you use the sun canopy, pull the apron’s small elastic ...
Page 22 - . assembling the seat; height of their attachment.
b c d eng 20 . assembling the seat The seat comprises the seat fabric, which is pulled over the frame. The seat fabric is fitted with back pad supports, foot support and seat pad. The seat has 2 shoulder belts, 2 waist belts, crotch belt and tensioning belt with metal O-rings. When fastened together...
Page 24 - various uses of bassinet and seat; older than 6 months if they weigh less than 7 kg/40 lbs.; bassinet
eng 22 4. various uses of bassinet and seat You can use the bassinet from the child’s birth until the child is aged around 6 months. It is only intended for children who cannot sit or get up onto their hands and knees unaided. Do not use the bassinet for children who are longer than 7 cm / 28 inches...
Page 25 - seat; • Do not use the seat as a freestanding seat on the floor.
eng 2 seat You can set the seat to one of three positions. This is only possible if the seat is on the chassis. The positions are:. sitting2. reclining. lying Important The child’s posture (angle between the back support and seat pad) should remain the same in the positions. The seat can be turned a...
Page 26 - ‘click’ ‘click’; using the seat safety belts; The Bugaboo Gecko seat has a 5-point harness, which is comprised of 2
c d ‘click’ ‘click’ eng 24 5. using the seat safety belts The Bugaboo Gecko seat has a 5-point harness, which is comprised of 2 shoulder belts, crotch belt and 2 waist belts. Use the safety belts when the child is sitting in the seat. Prevent the child from falling out of the seat and being injured....
Page 27 - • Always use the crotch strap in combination with the waist straps.
e ‘click’ ‘click’ eng 25 e Attach the shoulder belts over the child’s shoulders to the waist belts. Tighten the belts to fit the child’s length. f. You should now have heard a ‘click’ 4 times. This means the child is sitting securely in the Bugaboo Gecko seat. The Bugaboo Gecko’s bassinet and frame ...
Page 28 - fitting the underseat bag; The underseat bag hangs under the bassinet or seat.
b c d eng 26 6. fitting the underseat bag The underseat bag hangs under the bassinet or seat. step fitting the under seat bag The under seat bag is fastened between the wheels of the chassis. a. Remove the frame from the chassis. b Fit the underseat bag to the chassis between the axles of the wheels...
Page 29 - going outdoors with the bugaboo gecko; city position; rough terrain position
b b eng 27 7. going outdoors with the bugaboo gecko The Bugaboo Gecko is designed for use in the city, in rough terrain or in the 2-wheel position. city position a. Use the 4-wheel position. b Place the handlebar above the big wheels. c. Do not lock the swivel wheels.This is the Bugaboo Gecko’s most...
Page 30 - fitting the seat
d g d ‘click’ ‘click’ eng 28 d WITHOUT releasing the handlebar, swivel it to the other side, until it is lying on the floor. e. Attach the black clamps to the swivel wheel holder on the thin shaft between the large wheels. You should hear a click. f. Remove the swivel wheels. Check that the big whee...
Page 31 - surface that is difficult to traverse, or snow; and the child may fall out and be injured.
e h eng 29 e Lift the handlebar up and place the seat in the correct position. f. Allow the handlebar to go down. Now place the child in the seat. g. Fasten the 5-point harness.. h Place the wrist strap on your wrist. i. Release the parking brake. The stroller is now ready for use on the beach. surf...
Page 32 - protection against weather and wind; use in good or bad weather are the same for the bassinet and the seat.; sun canopy
d ‘click’ e eng 0 8. protection against weather and wind The standard version of the Bugaboo Gecko comes with a sun canopy, rain cover and mosquito net, so you can protect the child against the sun, wind and rain, as well as insects. The necessary steps to make the Bugaboo Gecko ready for use in goo...
Page 33 - sunlight without fitting the sun canopy.; rain cover
f b c eng f Pull out the sun canopy. Note You can also use the sun canopy to protect your child from wind. W A R N I N G S • Babies have very sensitive skin. Never put a baby in the Bugaboo Gecko in the sunlight without fitting the sun canopy. rain cover The rain cover is pulled over the sun canopy ...
Page 34 - fitting the rain cover over the sun canopy’s frame
e f a b eng 2 e Slide the holes of the rain cover frame over the protruding pins on the side of the frame f Finally, pull the wide, black edge over the foot end of the frame. Important Ensure that the stitched seams of the rain cover are aligned with the sun canopy’s frame. step 2 fitting the rain c...
Page 35 - using the air vent in the rain cover; if it is not raining.
c eng c Pull the frame apart. d. Lay the rain cover with the wide, black edge on the foot end. e. Pull the rain cover over the sun canopy’s frame first. f. Ensure that the stitched seams of the rain cover are aligned with the sun canopy’s frame. g. Slide the holes of the rain cover frame over the pr...
Page 36 - mosquito net
b eng 4 mosquito net The mosquito net keeps out insects. step fitting the mosquito net a. Fit the sun canopy, with or without its fabric, to the bassinet or seat. b With the washing instructions at the head end, pull the mosquito net over the sun canopy. c. Ensure there is a tight fit between the si...
Page 37 - travelling and storage; collapsing the seat; folding the chassis and wheels
c eng 5 9. travelling and storage You can easily store the Bugaboo Gecko, or take it with you in the trunk of your car. step collapsing the seat or bassinet Remove the seat or bassinet from the chassis. collapsing the seat a. Pull the seat pad from the seat. b. Press the seat flat between the frame ...
Page 39 - safety; cleaning the fabric
eng 7 0. maintenance safety Check the safety of the Bugaboo Gecko before each use. Ensure that the hook and loop fasteners, the brake and the safety belts are all working properly and that the bassinet or seat is fitted correctly to the chassis. Check whether the Bugaboo Gecko is damaged. You should...
Page 40 - the present accessories are:
eng 8 . accessories New accessories are regularly produced for the Bugaboo Gecko. Full details are provided on the website www.bugaboo.com or you can ask your supplier for details. the present accessories are: - Parasol- Wheeled board- Footmuff- Diaper Bag- Adaptors for various car seats, for exampl...
Page 41 - LIMITED WARRANTY; repair or replace your product at no cost to you.
eng 9 LIMITED WARRANTY Bugaboo, we make innovative, high quality products for babies and children. Bugaboo North America, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship existing at the time of manufacture for a period of two years from the date of initial purchase. Yo...
Page 42 - comment
eng 40 Some replacement parts may be available for purchase after this limited warranty expires. Please visit us at www.bugaboo.com or call us at 800-460-2922 for details. In Canada call 800-55-5560 or e-mail: [email protected]. comment To enable us to continue to make improvements, please let us ...
