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Question posted by rickpratt45 on January 31st, 2018

Opedals Not Driving Wheels?

the pedals on my meridian trike turn but the wheels will jnot. they freewheel but the pedals will not drive them.I have tightened the Allen screws beside the back chain gear.

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on January 31st, 2018 9:30 AM

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I suggest you contact CS@ 1-800-626-2811 for assistance under the Lifetime Limited Warranty for the original owner.
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