User Manual
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COTTERLESS CRANKS ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT
To ensure trouble free operation it is important that the nuts securing the lefthand and righthand chainwheel to
the bottom bracket axle are tightened as securely as possible.
It is strongly recommended that the tightness of the nuts be checked after the first two weeks of use and a
maximum of three monthly intervals thereafter.
BRAKES
The Braking action of a bicycle is generated through friction between the brake pads and either the wheel rim or a
wheel mounted braking disc. To make sure that you have maximum friction available, keep your wheel rims (or disc
brake rotors) and brake blocks clean. Ensure they are free of dirt, lubricants, waxes and polish. Do not allow a build up
of road or trail dirt on the rims as this can act as an abrasive and cause rims to wear to a point where the sidewall could
fail.
WARNING
For safe riding it is important to completely understand the operation of your bicycle’s brake system. Improper use
of your bicycle’s brake system may result in a loss of control or an accident, which could lead to severe injury.
Because each bicycle may handle differently, be sure to learn the proper braking technique (including brake lever
pressure and bicycle control characteristics) and operation of your bicycle. This can be done by consulting your
professional bicycle dealer and this owner’s manual, and by practicing your riding and braking technique.
It is very important that parent’s or carers ensure that their children are properly instructed in the use of this
bicycle, paying particular attention to the safe use of the braking system.The bicycle is equipped with two
independant brake mechanisms. One on the front wheel and the other on the rear wheel. The brakes are
operated by hand levers fastened to the handlebars. The right lever controls the front brake and the left lever
controls the rear brake.
To stop with safety:
1.Operate the rear brake (left lever) slightly before the front brake (right lever).
2.Apply firm pressure to both front and rear brake levers.
CAUTION: If the front brake is applied with too much pressure, the rider may be thrown off the bicycle.
3.Never apply the front brake on a turn. This is especially dangerous when cornering or riding on slippery or loose
surface roads.
CAUTION: Brakes are less effective in wet weather. Ride slower and allow more distance for stopping.
Note: Do not ride your bicycle if the braking system is not working correctly. If you are in doubt, take your bicycle to
your dealer for assessment or repair.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE - Caliper brakes
The brakes on your bicycle should have been adjusted correctly by your dealer. However, as cables do stretch, it is
important to check the adjustment of your brakes after your first ride. Most brakes will need some adjustments after being
used the first few times. Your brakes are correctly adjusted when there is a 1.5 mm gap between the brake blocks and the
brake track of the wheel rim.
Do not adjust brakes to allow brake blocks to contact wheel rim when brake levers are in the off position. The fine
adjustment of the brakes is made by the following procedure:
1. Turn adjustor (A) to set blocks (C) just clear of rim by 1.5 mm.
2. Ensure that the brake blocks meet the rim parallel and central to the rim brake tracks. Adjust by nuts (D) if
necessary,
then tighten securely.
3. When all fine adjustment is taken up on adjuster (A), it will be necessary to reset the cables as follows:
a. Turn adjuster (A) all the way down as far as it will go into its mounting.
b. Loosen cable clamp bolt (B). Press both brake shoes firmly against wheel rim.
c. Pull brake cable wire through its clamp bolt.
d. Tighten cable clamp bolt (B) securely.
Note: If one brake shoe is closer to the rim than the other first check that the wheel has been centred between the forks
then adjust the brakes as necessary.
To adjust brakes that have central Caliper adjuster (E) simply turn screw as shown until brakes centralise.