Important Safety Warnings

• Skate Buds™ are not suitable for children under 5 years of age or persons in excess of 150 lbs.
• For safety, wear only sport or skate type shoes securely fastened to your feet. NEVER OPERATE Skate Buds™ WITHOUT A HELMET, KNEE PADS, ELBOW PADS AND WRIST GUARDS.
  
• Only use on smooth, dry pavements avoiding any traffic. Always keep a safe distance from others.
  
• All skaters should have some skill with skates. Skate Buds™ should only be used under the direct supervision of an adult.
  
• It takes time to learn to use Skate Buds™, they are properly operated by balancing on your heels and maintaining one foot in front of the other (not side by side which is dangerous). Skate Buds™ were not designed for extreme or adverse skating conditions, damage to the skates and personal injury may occur if used overly aggressive.
  
• Operate Skate Buds™ at your own risk! Do not operate Skate Buds™ on rough surfaces or on downhill slopes where excessive speed may be obtained.
  
• Do not use on wet surfaces, as this will impair traction and braking. Only operate in well lighted areas.
  
• Avoid sand, gravel, dirt, large bumps, sudden surface changes and debris as your Skate Buds™ can suddenly stop and cause bodily injury!
  Insure all fasteners are tight before every use. Replace worn or broken parts prior to use.
  
• The manufacturer, distributor or retailer of this product will not be held liable in the case of any injuries or damage occuring while operating Skate Buds™.

PRIOR TO EVERY USE - ALWAYS CHECK ALL BOLTS
AND STRAPS TO ENSURE THEY ARE TIGHT

Beginners Notes
Most accidents happen to Skate Buds™ beginners within the first 30 minutes of use, so use extra caution while learning how to use Skate Buds™! Be prepared for injuries, always wear protection equipment while operating Skate Buds™ including a helmet, elbow pads, knee pads and wrist guards. Avoid slopes and uneven surfaces. Skate Buds™ operate similiar to inline skates, using a progessing motion. All skaters should have some prior experience with inline or roller skates and have a good sense of balance. Never operate Skate Buds™ with skates side-by-side or you will fall, always keep one foot in front of the other. Skate Buds™ are not meant for aggressive skating or high speed. Always avoid steep slopes, uneven ground and wet or loose surfaces.

First, find an adult or rail to support you while you PLACE ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER. Tense your legs, slowly lift your toes and balance on your heels. NEVER PLACE YOUR FEET SIDE BY SIDE WHEN HEEL SKATING! YOU WILL FALL! If you start to loose your balance, simply drop back your toes back to the ground. Pull yourself along until you are comfortable and can balance on your own.

Once you are sure you have found your balance and are sure you can support yourself without assistance, you can try heel skating. Take a step forward, tighten your legs and step forward with your other shoe, firmly planting your front wheel with your toes up. Kick off with your back shoe, bringing your feet very close together, one in front of the other (NEVER SIDE BY SIDE).

Stopping
To stop, simply drop your toes to the ground.

Care and Maintenence

• Prior to every use - always check all bolts and straps to ensure they are tight.
  
• Use only original Skate BudsTM replacement, please take to an expert for repair or replacement. Skate Buds™ can be dangerous if not properly maintained.
  
• Always check all screw connections and straps regulary and before every use to ensure they are tight.
  
• Make sure strap is secure to the skate and your shoe prior to use and that ends of strap are not frayed or damaged.
  
• Regular inspection and maintenence increases safety and the life span of your Skate Buds™.

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