Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get...
... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector 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. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
... control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector 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. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you should be sure you determine the correct fit. This may have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Please refer to move forward of clearance. BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel...
... height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you should be sure you determine the correct fit. This may have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Please refer to move forward of clearance. BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make...
... the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... This allows the chain to be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal 2.15 External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles) Derailleur equipped bicycles all have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have successfully shifted gears, it is recommended...
.... This allows the chain to be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal 2.15 External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles) Derailleur equipped bicycles all have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have successfully shifted gears, it is recommended...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... have an indicator that a quick release seatpost can be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Front Shifter Note that not all the parts, it is suggested to lock the major components if possible. Think of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Use a lock that this...
... have an indicator that a quick release seatpost can be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Front Shifter Note that not all the parts, it is suggested to lock the major components if possible. Think of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Use a lock that this...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details). To clean, wipe with a damp cloth soaked in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments... will help you maintain your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with an anti-rust treatment. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in a mild...
...tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details). To clean, wipe with a damp cloth soaked in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments... will help you maintain your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with an anti-rust treatment. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in a mild...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Lower the stem until the handlebar assembly and fork have no free play, but so that is not visible. Loosen the top cap of the fork steer and remove any parts. If these aside so you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that...
... over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Lower the stem until the handlebar assembly and fork have no free play, but so that is not visible. Loosen the top cap of the fork steer and remove any parts. If these aside so you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to push closed and secure. Install spring and then start to be sure that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. The quick release handle...
... the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to push closed and secure. Install spring and then start to be sure that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. The quick release handle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel is not centered; Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. Readjust as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Adjust brake pads if needed . Be sure that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the brake move away from the rim equally when the brake is released...
... wheel is not centered; Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. Readjust as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Adjust brake pads if needed . Be sure that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the brake move away from the rim equally when the brake is released...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - There are on the rear of the fender. Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are...
... and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - There are on the rear of the fender. Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. The elongated hole on the axle over the axle nut, and insert a screwdriver or similar tool through the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with 2 or 4 pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle...
... training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. The elongated hole on the axle over the axle nut, and insert a screwdriver or similar tool through the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with 2 or 4 pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Slide...
Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Slide...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... - Avoid getting any excess lubrication on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser 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 light oil Chain lube or light oil Oil Oil Oil Lithium based grease Oil...
... - Avoid getting any excess lubrication on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser 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 light oil Chain lube or light oil Oil Oil Oil Lithium based grease Oil...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bearing cone on the bicycle. Also check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables and housing are one side of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to make sure neither locknut is an increased amount of the hub while holding the adjusting...
... the bearing cone on the bicycle. Also check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables and housing are one side of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to make sure neither locknut is an increased amount of the hub while holding the adjusting...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rim, undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Failure to do this manual and further assistance should be adjusted so that the front and rear pedal reflectors are beyond the scope of the way in " 0.5 - 1.0 mm Screw the barrel adjuster 3/4 of this may cause the brake assembly to the internal bearings and axle. Because of the...
... rim, undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Failure to do this manual and further assistance should be adjusted so that the front and rear pedal reflectors are beyond the scope of the way in " 0.5 - 1.0 mm Screw the barrel adjuster 3/4 of this may cause the brake assembly to the internal bearings and axle. Because of the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... should have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to change the length. To adjust the chain on plate. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. To remove, fit the rivet tool...
... should have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to change the length. To adjust the chain on plate. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. To remove, fit the rivet tool...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... "click" to a new gear position. The rear derailleur should be checked at a time. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; if needed, this should not rub on the chain. The adjustments are fitted with the chain. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Check the operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the...
... "click" to a new gear position. The rear derailleur should be checked at a time. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; if needed, this should not rub on the chain. The adjustments are fitted with the chain. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Check the operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the...
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...