Operation Manual

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GENERAL CARE/INSPECTIONS
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The bike you have purchased is a very high
quality product. When you pick the bike up
from the dealer, he has already made the
bike ready for you to ride. Nevertheless the
bike does require some routine maintenance
which is best performed by your dealer. Only
then can the safe operation of all parts be
guaranteed. This will keep you riding happily
and safely for many years.
Washing and caring for your bike
Dried sweat, dirt and salt from winter riding
or from sea air can harm your bike. There-
fore we recommend regularly cleaning and
corrosion protection of all susceptible bike
components. The easiest way to remove dirt
and salt is using a pressure washer but this
method has serious disadvantages, the high
pressure stream of water can push past the
seals and into the interior of the bearings.
This dilutes the lubrication which increases
friction that ultimately destroys the bearing
surfaces and the smooth functioning of the
bearing. Also, decals are often accidentally
blown o by the powerful stream.
A much more gentle way to wash the bike is
with a gentle spray of water or a bucket of
water and a sponge/brush.
Cleaning by hand
has another positive side eect. You can de-
tect paint damage, worn parts, loose spokes
other defects early.
As part of this regular maintenance, you
should check tire pressure, light and brake
functions and examine the bike for damage.
ATTENTION!
Only perform maintenance tasks
for which you have the appropria-
te tools and expertise.
ATTENTION!
Do not clean your bike using a
pressure washer or steam cleaner
at close range.
TIP!
Protect areas where cables could
touch paintwork, such as under-
neath the chainstays, with a
plastic lm or similar. This avoids
unsightly scratches and damage to
paintwork.
TIP!
Protect the bottom of the chain-
stay and the places where the ca-
bles could chafe to avoid unsightly
scratches.