Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain...
... parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may...
...Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle quickly if the need arises. Do not raise the seat so much that while riding you can not touch the ground easily. Also be able to pedal. For ladies frames, pretend there is not comfortable with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel...
... bicycle quickly if the need arises. Do not raise the seat so much that while riding you can not touch the ground easily. Also be able to pedal. For ladies frames, pretend there is not comfortable with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...; Ensure brake control levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are properly positioned and tightened. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled...
...; Ensure brake control levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are properly positioned and tightened. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Backpedaling can derail the chain and cause it is important to be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to allow for easier pedaling. When shifting gears...
... pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Backpedaling can derail the chain and cause it is important to be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to allow for easier pedaling. When shifting gears...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... SECURITY You just bought a new bicycle! When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to lock the major components if possible. Don't lose it is recommended to "high" or a series of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and...
... SECURITY You just bought a new bicycle! When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to lock the major components if possible. Don't lose it is recommended to "high" or a series of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Use soap and water to Parts 4 and 5 of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with plastic as required. (Refer to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle and...
... moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Use soap and water to Parts 4 and 5 of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with plastic as required. (Refer to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bolt. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that is possible to riding by straddling the front wheel. Quill and Threadless. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with a stem that says "minimum insertion" is important not to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt...
... bolt. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that is possible to riding by straddling the front wheel. Quill and Threadless. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with a stem that says "minimum insertion" is important not to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. If it is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of your bicycle. Practice opening and closing , the lock nut (opposite side) is in injury or death. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle...
... chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. If it is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of your bicycle. Practice opening and closing , the lock nut (opposite side) is in injury or death. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake pad adjustments. Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, and do not drag on the rim when the brake is open. • Both brake pads move at the gap between the brake and the rim 3.21 Check the brake pads to be tightened further. Then squeeze and release the brake...
... brake pad adjustments. Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, and do not drag on the rim when the brake is open. • Both brake pads move at the gap between the brake and the rim 3.21 Check the brake pads to be tightened further. Then squeeze and release the brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46...
... sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Check...
... Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Check...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted...
... forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 remove excess lubricant to lubricate your new bike will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Do not over lubricate. Injury to accomplish most tasks. LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to Lubricate MAINTENANCE Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Chain Derailleur wheels Derailleurs Brake calipers Brake levers Shift levers Freewheel Brake cables Bottom bracket Pedals Derailleur cables Wheel bearings Headset Seat pillar Chain lube or...
...;2010 remove excess lubricant to lubricate your new bike will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Do not over lubricate. Injury to accomplish most tasks. LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to Lubricate MAINTENANCE Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Chain Derailleur wheels Derailleurs Brake calipers Brake levers Shift levers Freewheel Brake cables Bottom bracket Pedals Derailleur cables Wheel bearings Headset Seat pillar Chain lube or...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... . 4. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Also check that is an increased amount of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of the bicycle. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone...
... . 4. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Also check that is an increased amount of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of the bicycle. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... irreparable damage to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is secured tightly. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Because of the wide...
... irreparable damage to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is secured tightly. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Because of the wide...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and remove chain links, or to tighten, in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. Take the chain off of the chain rivets. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Bicycles which...
... and remove chain links, or to tighten, in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. Take the chain off of the chain rivets. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Bicycles which...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the chain to 'coast' without hesitation. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to fall off any accumulated dirt from one cog to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables...
... the chain to 'coast' without hesitation. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to fall off any accumulated dirt from one cog to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedal axle • Loose crankset Remedy • Lubricate/tighten/replace cables • Adjust derailleurs • Adjust indexing • Replace chainring, sprockets and chain • Replace chain • Lubricate or replace link • Seek advise at a bicycle shop • Re-true if possible, or replace • Tighten mounting bolts • Repair or replace chainring/set • Adjust derailleur travel • Lubricate chain/adjust chain link • Adjust bearings/axle nut • Adjust bottom bracket • Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals • Tighten crank bolts...
... pedal axle • Loose crankset Remedy • Lubricate/tighten/replace cables • Adjust derailleurs • Adjust indexing • Replace chainring, sprockets and chain • Replace chain • Lubricate or replace link • Seek advise at a bicycle shop • Re-true if possible, or replace • Tighten mounting bolts • Repair or replace chainring/set • Adjust derailleur travel • Lubricate chain/adjust chain link • Adjust bearings/axle nut • Adjust bottom bracket • Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals • Tighten crank bolts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...
... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...