Bugaboo bee User manual

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© Copyright 2007 Z80061 rv01 Bugaboo®International BV. The information contained herein is subject to change
without notice. Bugaboo®International BV shall not be liable for technical errors or omissions contained herein.
The purchased product may differ from the product as described in this user guide. Our most recent user guides
can be requested at our Service departments (see ‘and finally …’) or at www.bugaboo.com.
IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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TM ®BUGABOO and the Bugaboo logos, FROG, GECKO, CAMELEON
and BEE are registered, pending or claimed trademarks of Bugaboo.
The Bugaboo pushchairs are patented. The Bugaboo pushchairs'
models are protected.
in the box
Take a minute to check the
contents of your package.
You should find:
• Bugaboo Bee chassis with seat unit attached
• 2 swivel wheels
• rain cover
• user guide
• warranty card
If anything is missing, please contact your retailer.
The Bugaboo Bee is so simple
and easy to use; it won’t take
long to master.
We have provided a straightforward guide to
make sure you and your child get the most out of
your Bugaboo experience. Please read it carefully
before you use the Bugaboo Bee and keep it for
future reference.
Your child’s safety may be affected if you do not
follow these instructions.
in your guide
WARNING
Keep plastic and waterproof
packaging materials away from
babies and children to prevent
suffocation.
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hello
At Bugaboo, we have helped thousands of parents
and youngsters discover their world afresh with the
help of our cutting-edge technology, our passion for
stylish design and our commitment to your freedom.
Our aim is to create a safe and comfortable
journey, to help make the big wide world
accessible. So we’ve made the Bugaboo Bee
ever adaptable, boasting features that are easily
adjustable to a child’s development.
For smaller infants, the Bugaboo baby nest is just
one of the accessories available, to help to ensure
your baby’s comfort.
As you child grows, the Bugaboo Bee’s turning seat
allows them to face you or face the world.
When your child gets the urge to do a spot of
toddling, the Bugaboo Bee easily folds, revealing
a comfortable carry handle.
Above all, the Bugaboo Bee was designed to be
compact, nimble and easy to use. Be spontaneous
- use it all the time. The Bugaboo Bee is suitable
from birth and designed to accommodate your child
from infant to toddler (up to a weight of 17 kg/37.5 lbs).
Please complete the warranty card. If you need
to get in touch with us, it makes things easier and
ensures you get the best service from Bugaboo.
The model and serial number of your Bugaboo Bee
are on the chassis. These will be needed for your
warranty registration.
The Bugaboo Bee buggy complies with standard
BS 7409: 1996. All fabric complies with Furniture and
Furnishings Fire Safety Regulations.
Welcome to modern mobility, and thank you for buying the Bugaboo Bee.
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the beginning
20 adjusting the seat
21 adjusting the backrest
22 adjusting the harness
25 adjusting the sun canopy
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11 assemble your bugaboo bee
12 unfold - facing the world
14 unfold - facing you
16 fold - facing the world
18 fold - facing you
19 brake
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4the perfect fit
26 adjusting the handlebar
27 using the wrist strap
28 locking the wheels
29 turning the seat unit
welcome
6 meet the bugaboo bee
8 warnings
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contents
taking care
37 important information
38 maintenance tips
38 cleaning
39 removing the sun canopy
40 removing the seat cover
41 storing the bugaboo bee
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34 attaching the raincover
36 removing the underseat basket
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42 replaceable parts
42 accessories
43 and finally...
44 warranty
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the perfect fit
26 adjusting the handlebar
27 using the wrist strap
28 locking the wheels
29 turning the seat unit
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folding lock
underseat basket
sun canopy
harness
footrest
backrest
seat
handlebar
wrist strap
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knee caps
wheel locks
meet the bugaboo bee
seat adjustment lock
All the white parts of your
Bugaboo Bee are moveable.
They’re the bits that allow you
to adapt and change your
Bugaboo Bee.
swivel wheel
release button
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welcome
meet the bugaboo bee
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backrest
adjustment lock
carry handle
harness toggles
arm release button
handlebar
adjustment clips
brake seat unit release lock
swivel wheels
bugaboo label
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WARNINGS
It is crucial that you read and refer to all warnings listed in this section
and throughout the guide. These are all relevant and essential for the
care and safety of any child when using the Bugaboo Bee.
If something isn’t clear, please visit us at www.bugaboo.com.
• Do not assemble or use the
Bugaboo Bee until you have read
the user guide.
• Additional warnings and safety
information appear in the assembly,
use and accessory sections of this user
guide as well as on the Bugaboo Bee
itself. These should be reviewed
independently.
• Ensure that all the locking devices are
engaged before use.
• The wrist strap must be worn at all times.
• Check that the pram body or seat unit
attachment devices are correctly
engaged before use.
• The Bugaboo Bee is suitable from birth
and designed to accommodate your
child from infant to toddler (from 0 to 4
years and up to a weight of 17 kg).
Excessive weight may cause a
hazardous unstable condition to exist.
The product will become unstable if the
manufacturer’s recommended load is
exceeded.
• Do not carry more than one child in the
Bugaboo Bee.
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• Always use the safety features of your
Bugaboo Bee, including locking devices,
brake, the harness (when child is in the
seat) and the wrist strap attached to the
handlebar (see this user guide for
additional information). Check and
maintain all safety features frequently.
• Children should be harnessed in at
all times.
•For any child unable to maintain an
unaided sitting position the backrest
should only be used in the most
reclined position.
• When adjusting the Bugaboo Bee,
the child should be clear of moving
parts while making adjustments.
• A child’s safety is your responsibility.
A child should never be left unattended.
• Any load attached to the handlebar
affects the stability of the pushchair.
• Take your child out of the Bugaboo Bee
when going up or down stairs, escalators
or around steep or unstable conditions.
Also, take extra care when going up or
down a curb or other uneven surfaces.
• Do not allow the Bugaboo Bee to be
used as a toy.
• Do not run, jog or skate with the
Bugaboo Bee.
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WARNINGS
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• Only use authentic Bugaboo
replacement parts and Bugaboo
accessories or products approved by
Bugaboo for use with the Bugaboo
Bee. It is unsafe to use products that
are not approved by Bugaboo.
• Always use the crotch strap in
combination with the waist belt.
• This vehicle requires regular
maintenance by the user.
• The warranty does not cover damage
to the Bugaboo Cameleon caused by
overloading, incorrect folding or the
use of non-original accessories.
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WARNINGS
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Your Bugaboo Bee comes almost ready to go. All you need to do is
attach the swivel wheels. It’s quick and simple.
Slot each swivel wheel onto the connection
rod at each end of each of the Bugaboo Bee’s
front legs. Push firmly until they click
into place.
If you need to remove the swivel wheels,
press the black button above each wheel
and pull it away from the Bugaboo Bee.
assemble your bugaboo bee
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unfold - facing the world
Opening the Bugaboo Bee is easy.
Make sure that the handlebar clips are
closed. Then simply lift the handlebar to
the standing position and put your foot
on the brake pedal.
WARNING
In order to be sure that the folding
mechanism is in its proper position,
at least one of the following must
be confirmed:
1. audible ‘clicks’ heard on both sides
2. red indicators on the sides of the
handlebar not visible any more
3. green spots on top of the handlebar
completely visible.
brake pedal
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Push firmly on the brake with your foot
while pulling the handlebar to fully open
the Bugaboo Bee.
If the chassis has securely clicked into place,
the red indicators on the handlebar's sides
will have disappeared and the green
indicators on the handlebar will be
completely visible.
2Once the Bugaboo Bee is fully open,
click the seat into place.
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‘click’
‘click’
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unfold - facing you
1Opening the Bugaboo Bee is easy.
Make sure that the handlebar clips are
closed. Then simply lift the handlebar to
the standing position and put your foot
on the brake pedal.
brake pedal
WARNING
In order to be sure that the folding
mechanism is in its proper position,
at least one of the following must
be confirmed:
1. audible ‘clicks’ heard on both sides
2. red indicators on the sides of the
handlebar not visible any more
3. green spots on top of the handlebar
completely visible.
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2When fully open, place the backrest in your
desired position.
Click the seat into place. If the seat is pushed
underneath the seat supports while
unfolding, you will need to pull it firmly
upwards so it rests on top of the supports.
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Push firmly on the brake with your foot
while pulling the handlebar to fully open
the Bugaboo Bee.
If the chassis has securely clicked into place,
the red indicators on the handlebar's sides
will have disappeared and the green
indicators on the handlebar will be
completely visible.
‘click’
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fold – facing the world
Folding the Bugaboo Bee is easy; the internal spring relieves
any effort. The instructions below show you how to do fold the
Bugaboo Bee when the seat is facing the world.
WARNING
Care must be taken when folding and
unfolding the Bugaboo Bee to prevent
fingers from being trapped.
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Apply the brake by pushing firmly
down on the pedal.
Adjust the backrest so that it is parallel
with the handlebar.
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Press the secondary lock on the handlebar
down while lifting the folding locks upwards.
This will release the folding mechanism
and the Bugaboo Bee will do the hard
work for you.
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fold – facing you
These instructions show you how to do
fold the Bugaboo Bee when the seat is
facing towards you.
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backrest adjustment lock
Apply the brake by pushing firmly
on the pedal.
Slide the secondarylock to the right while
you pull the backrest adjustment lock all the
way upwards. This will allow you to move
the backrest all the way forward so it is in
line with the handlebar.
Hold the secondary lock on the
handlebar down while lifting the folding
locks upwards. This will release the folding
mechanism and the Bugaboo Bee will do
the hard work for you (see page 16 and 17).
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brake
To release the brake, push the upper part
of the brake pedal downwards. To apply the
brake, firmly press the lower part of the pedal
downwards, but don’t force it.
WARNING
The brake is a parking brake only.
Apply the brake whenever you park
the Bugaboo Bee.
Do not apply the parking brake while the
Bugaboo Bee is moving. Only apply the
parking brake when the Bugaboo Bee
is stationary. The brake pedal must be
in its lowest position to lock.
Always apply the brake when
positioning or taking out the child.
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