parking brake
The parking brake is on the handlebar. It prevents the large wheels from turning. Always apply the
Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake when the buggy is stationary, so that it cannot roll away. When
the handlebar is above the large wheels, the parking brake is on the right on the handlebar, with
the release button on the upper side.
step 5 applying the parking brake
a Push the parking brake’s handle downward.
b. When the handle will not move any further,
the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake is on.
Note You will be able to feel when the parking brake is
working properly. Do not force the parking brake.
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 holding the handle tightly, the parking brake
will be released suddenly. To avoid injury, do not place
your fingers between the handle and the handlebar.
Note Release the Bugaboo Gecko’s parking brake when
removing the large wheels from the axle.
adjusting the parking brake
a. Place the handlebar above the large wheels.
b Screw the brake cable adjuster upwards. The brake
cable is on the thin axle, next to the wheel on the right.
This reduces the braking force.
c. Screw the brake cable adjuster down to increase the
braking force.