Instructions/Assembly Guide

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Pedal Installation
CAUTION: There is a RIGHT pedal marked
R
and
a LEFT pedal marked
L
.
NOTE: A Pedal Wrench is preferred for attaching Pedals.
A thin open-end
wrench can also be used.
• The pedal marked
R
has right-hand threads. Tighten
it in a clockwise direction.
• The pedal marked
L
has left-hand threads. Tighten
it in a counterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise).
• Turn the right pedal marked
R
into the right side of
the crank arm, and the left pedal marked
L
into the
left side of the crank arm.
Tighten the pedals:
• Make sure the threads of each pedal are fully into the
crank arm.
WARNING: Ensure pedals are secure in
crank arms so they will not loosen. Periodically check
tightness.
L
R
L R
Three-Piece Cranks (various models)
Maintenance: Both Crank Arms
A
were tightened to the spindle
B
at the factory. After
riding the bicycle the  rst few times, make sure the crank arms have not loosened. If either
crank arm has loosened during this “break-in” period, re-tighten or have it tightened by a
bicycle service shop.
Frequently check the tightness of the crank arms.
If loose, tighten or have them tightened by a
bicycle service shop.
WARNING: If you ride the bicycle
with a loose crank arm, the crank arm may fall o .
The spindle may also damage the crank arm.
A
B
Assembly
Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness
To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp:
• Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down.
• If the seat moves in the seat clamp:
• Loosen the Seat clamp nut.
• Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the seat clamp tighter than before.
• Do this test again, until the seat does not move in the seat clamp.
• If the seat post moves in the seat tube clamp:
• Loosen the seat clamp lever.
• Put the seat post in the correct position and tighten the seat clamp nut tighter than
before.
• If necessary, tighten or loosen hand nut so that quick release tightens securely.
• Do this test again, until the seat post does not move in the seat tube clamp.
Seat Bolt Saddle Adjustment (various models)
SINGLE BOLT CLAMP:
1. Loosen the clamp bolt
A
suffi ciently to
allow any serrations
B
on the mechanism to
disengage before changing the saddle’s angle.
2. With serrations fully re-engaged and saddle in a
comfortable riding position, tighten the clamp
bolt
A
securely to ensure the saddle will not
come loose.
WARNING: Serrations on the mating
surfaces of the clamp can wear with use and
adjustment. Check that the clamp is tight and
secure before each ride.
DUAL CLAMP:
3. Loosen clamp bolt/nut
C
as needed and adjust seat to a comfortable riding position.
4. With clamp fully on seat post as shown, tighten bolt/nut
C
securely so that seat does
not move when in use.
A
C
B