Operation Manual

CycleBrake
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5.3.2 Operating the coaster brake
WARNING
No coaster brake action where the chain has dropped off the
chainring.
Risk of accident and injury!
x If the coaster brake has no effect, brake carefully using the
front brake lever and also the rear brake lever if applicable.
The coaster brake only functions when riding forwards. The coaster brake
is operated most effectively if the pedals are in a horizontal position with the
downward force acting on the rear pedal. Operate the brake levers when
rolling backwards.
The coaster brake is operated by back-
pedalling, and brakes the rear wheel
(see “Illustr.: Operating the coaster brake”).
x Ensure that the crankset is functional,
as the braking force is transmitted via
the chain.
x To operate the coaster brake, pedal
counter to the direction of travel.
5.4 Bedding in disc brakes
New brakes must be bedded in before they can reach their full brake power.
x Keep off the road while bedding in the brakes.
x Brake in a controlled manner to prevent the wheels locking up.
x Operate both brake levers simultaneously.
x Bedding in consists of around 30 short periods of braking. Brake from around
25 km/h/15.5 mph down to a stop. The bedding-in process is complete when a
consistent brake action is produced upon steadily operating the brake lever.
Illustr.: Operating the coaster brake (example)