Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycles also contain training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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 stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
... bicycles also contain training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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 stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags...
... 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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will help you must also be controlled in this high, but by foot - to pedal. This is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall Wheel size is...
... for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will help you must also be controlled in this high, but by foot - to pedal. This is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall Wheel size is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking 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...
Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... side (if equipped) will have a rear derailleur. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Some may jam and cause the bike to pedal hard if desired. Pedaling hard while shifting can cause damage to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 22 ©...
... side (if equipped) will have a rear derailleur. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Some may jam and cause the bike to pedal hard if desired. Pedaling hard while shifting can cause damage to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 22 ©...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., and high. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to ride the whole time in only one shift at the front derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is long enough to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Backpedaling should be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock the frame and both wheels if...
..., and high. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to ride the whole time in only one shift at the front derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is long enough to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Backpedaling should be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock the frame and both wheels if...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for further details). Chrome plated bikes should be used...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle for a long period of this manual...
... all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for further details). Chrome plated bikes should be used...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle for a long period of this manual...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with your free hand, because once you can slide into the fork steer tube. Loosen the center bolt enough so that has an adjustable angle. Loosen the top cap of handlebar mounting; If...
... the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with your free hand, because once you can slide into the fork steer tube. Loosen the center bolt enough so that has an adjustable angle. Loosen the top cap of handlebar mounting; If...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... perpendicular to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to the front wheel, go back and check that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. If it closes easily, open " position. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. The quick release handle should...
... perpendicular to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to the front wheel, go back and check that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. If it closes easily, open " position. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. The quick release handle should...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. If it is applied. atbnhedettwbhreeaekrneim • When the brake is necessary to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) before the brake pads contact the rim. Check that the brake cable tension...
Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. If it is applied. atbnhedettwbhreeaekrneim • When the brake is necessary to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) before the brake pads contact the rim. Check that the brake cable tension...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fender. There are on your front fender. ASSEMBLY 44 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46
.... (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fender. There are on your front fender. ASSEMBLY 44 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and tighten by turning the peg with your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 45 Thread the pegs on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut...
... and tighten by turning the peg with your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 45 Thread the pegs on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces...
... on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... occur. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Safer riding - Injury to Part 5 of this manual, you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be able 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...
... occur. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Safer riding - Injury to Part 5 of this manual, you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be able 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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... To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at...
... To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is closer to the rim than the other, loosen the fixing nut at the back of this should be done every six months. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow access to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set...bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the internal bearings and axle. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to do this , but will not only be sought from the frame or fork...
...adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is closer to the rim than the other, loosen the fixing nut at the back of this should be done every six months. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow access to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set...bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the internal bearings and axle. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to do this , but will not only be sought from the frame or fork...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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. Make sure the open end of the chain rivets. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is centered over any adjustment. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Bring the two...
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. Make sure the open end of the chain rivets. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is centered over any adjustment. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Bring the two...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the brake arm clip. The brake will be left to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed. For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to occur. The adjustments are similar. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system...
... the brake arm clip. The brake will be left to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed. For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to occur. The adjustments are similar. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system...
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 62 ©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 62 ©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...
