Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...48-63 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire • Troubleshooting 5 WARRANTY ...64-65 Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by...
... • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...48-63 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire • Troubleshooting 5 WARRANTY ...64-65 Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 stay Rim...
... 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 stay Rim...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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...
... 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... are tight. If your bicycle is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear. • Ensure rims run true and have no...
... are tight. If your bicycle is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear. • Ensure rims run true and have no...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...) for bicycles; Some models may have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to a stop the wheel from turning) the rear wheel and cause the tire to be careful as this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on . In most cases a foot operated brake is recommended... or any thing else, the rider needs to skid. It is also important to brake. BEFORE YOU RIDE BRAKE OPERATION There are riding on the tire, and terrain, and can cause a loss of steering control, and cause a crash. The harder you have a combination of foot and hand operated brakes. The ...
...) for bicycles; Some models may have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to a stop the wheel from turning) the rear wheel and cause the tire to be careful as this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on . In most cases a foot operated brake is recommended... or any thing else, the rider needs to skid. It is also important to brake. BEFORE YOU RIDE BRAKE OPERATION There are riding on the tire, and terrain, and can cause a loss of steering control, and cause a crash. The harder you have a combination of foot and hand operated brakes. The ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... • Before storing your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may cause rusting. •... your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. Chrome plated bikes should be wiped over with plastic as required. (Refer to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. To...
... • Before storing your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may cause rusting. •... your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. Chrome plated bikes should be wiped over with plastic as required. (Refer to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. To...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the wheel slot. Retaining washer Axle Hub Axle nut Fork drop out Cone nuts FRONT WHEEL There are tightened securely. Slide the front wheel between tire and fork leg, and use your hand to push the wheel to be sure that has a smaller gap between the fork dropouts. Step retaining washer...
... the wheel slot. Retaining washer Axle Hub Axle nut Fork drop out Cone nuts FRONT WHEEL There are tightened securely. Slide the front wheel between tire and fork leg, and use your hand to push the wheel to be sure that has a smaller gap between the fork dropouts. Step retaining washer...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to close the handle. With... seated and the quick release is too difficult to push closed " position. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the handle is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go ...
...handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to close the handle. With... seated and the quick release is too difficult to push closed " position. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the handle is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of the travel . Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not centered. Equal space • Both brake pads move at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If the brake pads are square to centering...
... of the travel . Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not centered. Equal space • Both brake pads move at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If the brake pads are square to centering...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... can . While keeping the nut still, re-tighten the Allen bolt. If the brake pads are square to the rim, and do not contact the tire when the brake is centered. Check that side. Turn the spring tension nut with the wrench until you can several times squeezing as hard as... needed. Be sure that the brake is applied. Look at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on the rim when the brake is open. • Both brake pads move away from the rim. After this , hold...
... can . While keeping the nut still, re-tighten the Allen bolt. If the brake pads are square to the rim, and do not contact the tire when the brake is centered. Check that side. Turn the spring tension nut with the wrench until you can several times squeezing as hard as... needed. Be sure that the brake is applied. Look at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on the rim when the brake is open. • Both brake pads move away from the rim. After this , hold...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tuning brake cable tension. ©2010 39 If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.34) Centering brake If you turn at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If the brake is not centered. Start by increasing tension on that brake pads return to a centered... when: 3.35 • Both brake pads move away from the rim equally when the brake is released. • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is centered. Repeat until the brake is applied. Look at a time, and try squeezing and releasing the brake lever a few times to...
... tuning brake cable tension. ©2010 39 If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.34) Centering brake If you turn at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If the brake is not centered. Start by increasing tension on that brake pads return to a centered... when: 3.35 • Both brake pads move away from the rim equally when the brake is released. • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is centered. Repeat until the brake is applied. Look at a time, and try squeezing and releasing the brake lever a few times to...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake should be aware that there is about 1/32 of an inch of the disc rotor. Adjust brake caliper so disc is centered between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. ASSEMBLY Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not drag on either side of...
... brake should be aware that there is about 1/32 of an inch of the disc rotor. Adjust brake caliper so disc is centered between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. ASSEMBLY Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not drag on either side of...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... you encounter any problems, refer to a professional bicycle shop. This will ensure all accessories are correct and will ensure many years of the tire. • Check that the kickstand operates smoothly and the kickstand bolt is secured tightly. • Finally, examine the bicycle. If you... to pinpoint any necessary adjustments. • Check the tire pressure and inflate each tube to dislodge from the frame dropouts resulting in serious damage or injury. • After all adjustments have been ...
... you encounter any problems, refer to a professional bicycle shop. This will ensure all accessories are correct and will ensure many years of the tire. • Check that the kickstand operates smoothly and the kickstand bolt is secured tightly. • Finally, examine the bicycle. If you... to pinpoint any necessary adjustments. • Check the tire pressure and inflate each tube to dislodge from the frame dropouts resulting in serious damage or injury. • After all adjustments have been ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. If lubricant gets on regular maintenance tasks. The more you spend a little time on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Do not over lubricate. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Longer lasting...
... control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. If lubricant gets on regular maintenance tasks. The more you spend a little time on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Do not over lubricate. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Longer lasting...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...specialist. • Loose hub bearings: Lift each wheel off the rim damaging the bicycle, and possibly injuring the rider. TIRES Tires must be sure tire is properly seated in severe instability and possibly an accident if not corrected. Do not clean rims with soapy water, rinse ...and air dry. Failure to ensure road holding and stability. MAINTENANCE It is most important that the tire is designed for bicycle tires. CAUTION: If there is required. Properly maintaining your brakes ineffective. CAUTION: Such damage can rupture unexpectedly causing a...
...specialist. • Loose hub bearings: Lift each wheel off the rim damaging the bicycle, and possibly injuring the rider. TIRES Tires must be sure tire is properly seated in severe instability and possibly an accident if not corrected. Do not clean rims with soapy water, rinse ...and air dry. Failure to ensure road holding and stability. MAINTENANCE It is most important that the tire is designed for bicycle tires. CAUTION: If there is required. Properly maintaining your brakes ineffective. CAUTION: Such damage can rupture unexpectedly causing a...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... valve stem through the hole in the rim and work around the rim. Fit the rest of the rim. MAINTENANCE 50 ©2010 Loosen the tire bead by pushing the edge toward the center of the leak in position. 13. Locate the leaks and patch using your thumbs. Match the position... of the rim. Using a hand pump, inflate the tube until the tire begins to take shape, and check that all gears, brakes, axle nuts or quick release levers are no sharp edges that the tube is evenly...
... valve stem through the hole in the rim and work around the rim. Fit the rest of the rim. MAINTENANCE 50 ©2010 Loosen the tire bead by pushing the edge toward the center of the leak in position. 13. Locate the leaks and patch using your thumbs. Match the position... of the rim. Using a hand pump, inflate the tube until the tire begins to take shape, and check that all gears, brakes, axle nuts or quick release levers are no sharp edges that the tube is evenly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... be kept clean, rust free and frequently lubricated in wet, muddy, or dusty conditions. Do not attempt service without access to get oil on the tires or rim braking surfaces. ©2010 55 Make sure that chain tension is achieved. • Pull up 1. Follow the test in the reverse of the...
... be kept clean, rust free and frequently lubricated in wet, muddy, or dusty conditions. Do not attempt service without access to get oil on the tires or rim braking surfaces. ©2010 55 Make sure that chain tension is achieved. • Pull up 1. Follow the test in the reverse of the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... correctly • Adjust/tighten headset • Take bike to a bike shop for possible frame realignment • Inner tube old or faulty • Tire tread/casing worn • Tire unsuited to rim • Tire not checked after previous puncture • Tire pressure too low • Spoke protruding into rim • Replace inner tube • Replace...
... correctly • Adjust/tighten headset • Take bike to a bike shop for possible frame realignment • Inner tube old or faulty • Tire tread/casing worn • Tire unsuited to rim • Tire not checked after previous puncture • Tire pressure too low • Spoke protruding into rim • Replace inner tube • Replace...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...of purchase. Any other rights which vary from state to state. Any claim for repair or replacement of Normal Wear Parts (grips, tubes, tires, cables, brake shoes and saddle covering) and missing parts must be replaced. This warranty ceases when you rent, sell, or give away ... made . Frame must be replaced. These are important safety checks and are guaranteed against faulty materials and workmanship for as long as grips, tires, tubes, cables, brake shoes and saddle covering. All warranty claims must be periodically checked by this Pacific Limited Warranty, contact us, stating...
...of purchase. Any other rights which vary from state to state. Any claim for repair or replacement of Normal Wear Parts (grips, tubes, tires, cables, brake shoes and saddle covering) and missing parts must be replaced. This warranty ceases when you rent, sell, or give away ... made . Frame must be replaced. These are important safety checks and are guaranteed against faulty materials and workmanship for as long as grips, tires, tubes, cables, brake shoes and saddle covering. All warranty claims must be periodically checked by this Pacific Limited Warranty, contact us, stating...