Schuchmann follow-me momo User manual

Instructions for use.
follow-me momo. The cleaver parent-child tandem coupling for
Schuchmann tricycles.
follow-me momo.

Many thanks.
Dear Customer
At this point we would like to thank you for placing your trust in our company and
for purchasing our product. We ask you to read through the Instructions for use carefully
prior to initial commissioning of the product, and to observe them. Please note that gui-
delines and representations in these Instructions for use may deviate from your product
due to diering equipment. We reserve the right to make technical modifications.
Important information!
Ensure that these Instructions for use remain with the product.
Your schuchmann Team

03 Contents.
1. Preparation. .................................................................................. 04
1.1 Delivery............................................................................................................................04
1.2 Safety measures prior to use ..............................................................................04
1.3 Safe disposal...............................................................................................................04
1.3.1 Packaging...........................................................................................................04
1.3.2 Product................................................................................................................04
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use..........................................................04
2. Product description. ...................................................................... 05
2.1 General information.................................................................................................05
2.2 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose .............05
2.3 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning gui-
delines............................................................................................................................05
2.4 Riding response ........................................................................................................ 07
2.5 Equipment for basic model.................................................................................08
2.6 Product overview......................................................................................................08
3. Requirements for the lead bicycle. ................................................. 09
4. Mounting the parent-child tandem coupling. ................................. 09
4.1 Important information for working with quick-release clamps.........09
4.1.1 Replacing the quick-release clamp on the lead bicycle............10
4.2 Mount full axle adapter ......................................................................................... 11
4.3 Adapter for hub gear ..............................................................................................11
4.3.1 Mounting the hub shift adapter.............................................................. 12
4.4 Mounting thru axle adapter................................................................................ 13
4.5 Mounting the follow-me momo. ............................................. 14
5. Preparation of the momo tricycle. .................................................. 15
5.1 Mounting the axle extension................................................................................ 15
5.2 Attaching the adapter clamp on the tricycle down tube.................... 15
6. Adjust follow-me momo. (to wheel diameter of the tricycle) ........... 16
6.1 Adjust clamping plate to tricycle size.............................................................. 16
6.2 Adjusting the position of the adapter clamp............................................. 17
7. Coupling and decoupling on the go. ............................................... 18
8. Suspension bracket for luggage carrier with "Top Light" (optional). . 19
9. Notes on use of the follow-me momo. in size 3. .............................. 20
9.1 Setting up to follow-me momo. in size 3.......................................................... 21
9.2 Riding without tricycle with the follow-me momo. in size 3.............. 22
9.2.1 Securing the
follow-me momo. against twisting.......................... 22
10. Cleaning and servicing. ............................................................... 23
10.1 Care ............................................................................................................................... 23
10.2 Servicing ..................................................................................................................... 23
10.3 Spare parts................................................................................................................ 23
11. Technical data. ............................................................................ 23
12. Guarantee. .................................................................................. 24
13. Identication. ............................................................................. 24
13.1 Product version......................................................................................................... 24
13.2 Issue of the document ......................................................................................... 24
13.3 Name and address of the manufacturer, specialist dealer sup-
plying the product ................................................................................................. 24

04 1. Preparation.
1.1 Delivery
On receiving the product, please check it for completeness, lack of faults
and any transport damage. Inspect the goods in the presence of your
forwarder. Should transport damage have occurred, please arrange for
an inventory (determination of the faults) to be made in the presence of
the forwarder. Please send a complaint in writing to the specialist dealer
responsible.
1.2 Safety measures prior to use
The correct use of the product requires a detailed and careful instruction
of the user or the accompanying person. We ask you to read through the
Instructions for use carefully prior to initial commissioning of the product,
and to observe them. It is possible that product parts that get in contact
with the skin may heat up in the sun. Cover these areas or protect the de-
vice from direct sunlight.
1.3 Safe disposal
In order to preserve and protect the environment, to prevent environmental
pollution and to improve the recycling of raw materials, please note the
disposal instructions in points 1.3.1 and 1.3.2.
1.3.1 Packaging
The packaging of the product should be kept for any future transport that
might be required. Should you have to return the product for repairs or in
case of a guarantee claim, please if possible use the original box so that
the product is optimally packaged. Otherwise, separate the packaging
materials for recycling according to their classification.
Do not leave packaging materials unattended, as they are a possible source of
danger.
1.3.2 Product
At the end of the product life cycle, recycle the raw materials used in the
product according to their nature.
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use
Please store these Instructions for use carefully and ensure that these
Instructions for use remain with the product in case of re-use. Should you
lose the instructions, you can always download an updated version at
www.schuchmann.de .

05 2. Product description.
2.1 General information
follow-me momo. is the clever parent-child tandem coupling for tricycles
and unites riding pleasure and safety. With the follow-me momo. your entire
family is always safe when enjoying a bicycle ride. When your child gets
tired or trac is chaotic, simply couple your child`s tricycle to your own
bicycle. The clever parent-child tandem coupling lets you react quickly to
approaching situations without having to use any tools! As soon as you
estimate your child to be safe again, they can ride independently once
more. The follow-me momo. in size 1 couples Schuchmann tricycles to 12“.
Size 2 is suited for tricycles in 16“ and 20“. follow-me momo. in size 3 pulls
tricycles in sizes 24“ and 26“.
2.2 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose
follow-me momo. is suited for use on tarred roads, cycle tracks and dirt ro-
ads with fine gravel on the surface. Cyclists over 16 years may carry along
a child / a youth with the follow-me momo. if the child/youth can push the
pedals while sitting down.
Please observe: Only momo tricycles (from 2008) by Schuchmann without elec-
tric drive may be coupled! Do NOT couple momo therapy bicycles or therapy
bicycles and tricycles from other manufacturers.
2.3 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning guide-
lines
• Check the follow-me momo. prior to each ride for loose screws,
breakage and deformation.
• Check all quick-release clamps, screw connections and plug-in
connections (folding pin).
• Regularly check the air pressure and tyre condition of the leading
bicycle and the tricycle.
• Always check your bicycle rims for any damage or dangerous abrasion
through the rim brakes.
• Conduct a brakes test and ensure that the brake linings on all rim
brakes are fully aligned to the rim flanks and that the brake surfaces are
clean and grease-free.
• It must not be possible to pull the brake lever through to the handlebars.
• The combination of leading bicycle and tricycle are considered a unit,
meaning that the regulations applicable for bicycles e.g. with regard to
illumination (if necessary, equip the tricycle with battery-operated illumi-
nation) and reflectors must be maintained.
• Regularly check the function of the light system on the leading bicycle
and the tricycle.
• Also check both bicycles in accordance with the instructions given by
the bicycle manufacturer.

06 2. Product description.
• In the interest of all concerned, please always ride carefully and
avoid risks.
• We therefore expressly recommend that you only ride your bicycle using
the appropriate bicycle helmet acc. DIN EN 1078.
• In order to use your follow-me momo. in public road trac, the lead cycle
and the tricycle must be equipped accordingly in line with the
provisions. You yourself are responsible for the roadworthy condition and
the equipment of your bicycles in accordance with the regulations in the
respective country. Please allow your specialist dealer to advise you.
• With your new follow-me momo. riding, steering and braking could pos-
sibly be dierent to what you are used from your bicycle. This applies
especially when the coupled tricycle is a larger tricycle and the user is
therefore correspondingly older and heavier. Therefore test your
follow-me momo. in combination with the tricycle at first away from
public road trac without the user. Only when you feel safe, practice
together with a user on the tricycle.
• The most important factor when riding with the product is reliable brakes.
It may be expedient to retrofit better brakes. Consult a specialist dealer
prior to making any changes, and read the instructions for your bicycle.
Always first try out some test braking procedures away from road trac.
• If possible, always use both brakes to slow down your bicycle and tricycle
combination. In this way, riding stability is optimally retained and the risk
of the brakes blocking or the adult's bicycle slipping is minimised. Please
also observe that the braking eect is reduced in wet conditions.
• During fast cornering, care should be taken to ensure that the speed is
reduced in advance, as a tricycle can also topple over.
• The max. tensile load (see Point 11) may not be exceeded.
• Wear reflective clothing in the dark and in adverse conditions, and
close-fitting legwear when using a bicycle with a front multiple sprocket.
• We do not accept any liability for any damage resulting from improper
use of your follow-me momo.
• Only tricycles without electric drives by Schuchmann may be coupled.
• When using the follow-me momo. for Schuchmann tricycles with 12“, the
handlebar damper must be removed!

07 2. Product description.
2.4 Riding response
If follow-me momo. is used to couple a momo tricycle. to the lead bicycle,
the riding response changes. We therefore recommend to practice hand-
ling the follow-me momo. at first away from public road trac and at first
without user on the momo tricycle.. Only when you feel safe riding the lead
bicycle, slowly start practicing with a user on the momo tricycle. to also get
a safe feeling for this situation.
Consider the following aspects when riding:
• Before starting to ride, check the functionality of the brakes with
a test brake.
• Always drive carefully on wet, smooth and loose ground and avoid
jerky pedaling.
• When riding and especially when turning, always pay attention to the
overall width of the rear wheels of the coupled tricycle. This diers
significantly from the one of the lead bicycle.
• During fast cornering, care should be taken to ensure that the speed is
reduced in advance, as a tricycle can also topple over.
• Never ride without hands.
• Drive with lighting in dark conditions and poor visibility to increase
visibility for other road users.
• For your own safety, we recommend wearing a bicycle helmet to both
the rider of the lead bicycle and the rider of the tricycle.
• Avoid continuous operation in a salty environment as this will promote
damage from corrosion.
• When braking, the cyclist of the lead bicycle should always actuate
both brake systems that work independently from each other.

08 2. Product description
2.5 Equipment for basic model
• adapter for leading bicycle rear wheel
• Incl. special axle nuts
• Suspension straps
2.6 Product overview
The Fig. below is intended to show you the designation of the most
important components as well as the terms which you will find in these
Instructions for use.
Wheel stop
Yoke
Strut
Pin
Clamping plate
Frame
Handle nut

09 3. Requirements for the lead bicycle.
Both bicycles without suspension and full-suspension bicycles with rear
swing arm are suitable for use with the follow me momo.. Prerequisite: The
rear construction and the rear wheel rim must be strong enough to safely
adsorb the typical side forces, as also generated with one-wheel trailers
and bicycle trailers. If your bicycle steers in a "spongy" manner when using
the follow me momo., it may not be suitable for use with the product. In
case of doubt: The manufacturer of a bicycle states whether their product
is suitable for the follow me momo. or not. Before mounting the follow me
momo. please enquire in the Service Department of the bicycle manufac-
turer whether the assembly is permitted. If applicable, have this approval
presented to you in writing.
4. Mounting the parent-child
tandem coupling.
The assembly of the parent-child tandem coupling is dependent on which
type of leading bicycle you have:
• If your bicycle features a hollow axle with quick-release clamp, please
read sections 4.1 and 4.1.1
• If your bicycle has a solid axle with wheel nuts, please read section 4.2
• If your bicycle has a hub gear with Click-Box, please read section 4.3
4.1 Important information for working with quick-release clamps
• Open the quick-release clamp. Now you
should be able to see the word "Open".
• To close, move the lever so that you can
read the word "Close" on the level from the
outside. When commencing the closing
motion to approximately half the lever
path, the lever must move very easily, i.e.
without clamping anything.
• During the second half of the journey, the clamping power must increa-
se significantly. Finally, it should only be possible to move the lever with
diculty or even great diculty. Use the ball of your hand. In final positi-
on, the lever must lie parallel to the wheel; it must not project out at the
side.
• If the clamping lever can be rotated in a circle, the wheel or the yoke are
not sitting properly. You will have to open it again and increase the pre-
stress through rotation.
• Repeat the closing process, and check the fit once more.
If the clamping
lever can no longer be rotated, the clamp is fitted correctly.

10 4. Mounting the parent-child
tandem coupling.
4.1.1 Replacing the quick-release
clamp on the lead bicycle
First, open the quick-release lever (A)
and remove it completely. Then screw
in the special quick-release clamp (B)
and clamp it tight.
Please ensure correct assembly: after
tightening, the lever must run parallel
to the frame strut (C) and allow itself
to be folded tightly. If the level cont-
acts the frame, it is insuciently tigh-
tened, and must be re-tightened. To
do this, release the lever, tighten the
nut on the other side slightly and re-
clamp the lever. After this, the wheel
must be centred; i.e. the distance
between the rim and the frame must
be the same on both sides.
In assembled condition, at least 10
- 12 mm must remain thread-free in
the clamp piece (this is where the
wing bolt is later screwed in). Simply
check this by screwing in the wing
bolts tightly. If the thread is still visible
after achieving the tightening torque,
the threaded rod must be shortened
accordingly. If you are not sure, plea-
se contact your specialist dealer (see
Point 13.3).
If the quick-release lever (A) does not t
correctly, the wheel may loosen. There-
fore, regularly check the quick-release
clamp for tight t, best of all prior to
each journey!
A
B
C