Schwinn Meridian Support Question
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Question posted by Bbothner64566 on July 16th, 2023
How Do I Tighten Secondary Chain When Bike Is Assembled?
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Answer #1: Posted by SonuKumar on July 16th, 2023 10:46 AM
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The Schwinn Meridian is a three-wheeled adult tricycle that features a primary chain (connecting the pedals to the rear axle) and a secondary chain (connecting the rear axle to the rear wheel). If you need to tighten the secondary chain on your Schwinn Meridian after assembling the bike, follow these steps:
- Start by locating the rear wheel and the secondary chain on your Schwinn Meridian.
- Look for an adjustable tensioner or an eccentric axle on the rear wheel. The tensioner is typically a small arm or lever connected to the frame near the rear axle.
- Loosen the nut or bolt that secures the tensioner or axle in place. This will allow you to adjust the position of the wheel.
- Move the wheel slightly forward in the frame to increase tension on the secondary chain or slightly backward to decrease tension.
- As you make adjustments, check the tension of the secondary chain by gently pushing up and down on it. The ideal tension should allow the chain to move up and down slightly but should not be too loose or too tight.
- Once you have achieved the desired tension, hold the wheel in position and tighten the nut or bolt on the tensioner or axle to secure it.
- After tightening the tensioner, rotate the pedals and rear wheel to ensure that the chain moves smoothly without any binding or skipping.
- Double-check the tension and make further adjustments if necessary.
It's important to note that the exact method for tightening the secondary chain on a Schwinn Meridian may vary slightly depending on the specific model and design. If you have access to the owner's manual that came with your tricycle, it would be beneficial to consult it for more detailed instructions and any model-specific information.
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 4
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©2010
3 Box 344 4730 E. The following manual is only a guide to assist you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. The bicycle you and is a complex object.
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 7
... to know the parts of your bicycle. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels.
Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, ... hub Wheel reflector
Pedal Tire valve Training wheel
Chain wheel Chain
Crank arm Chain stay
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 8
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Freewheel
Wheel reflector Rim...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
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 11
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 13
...;2010 A leg band is available to cover knees and elbows, backs and shoulders and more.
2.8
Use of the bicycle. Protective gear is often used to keep pants from getting caught in the chain of protective gear can greatly reduce injuries while riding. If protective gear is always recommended for the weather keeping...
Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 14
... spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are tight.
Chain
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 22
...bicycle with little pressure on the pedals, and move through the gears as speed increases as needed . (Fig. 2.13)
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 23
...avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to become ...Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. BEFORE YOU RIDE
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Rear de railleur
Front derailleur
Derailleur control cable
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External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles)
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 24
...become unstable. (Fig. 2.17)
BEFORE YOU RIDE
2.17 SECURITY
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 29
... Hub
Axle nut
Fork drop out
Cone nuts
FRONT WHEEL
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 30
...bicycle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. If it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12)
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 33
... of directional control or front pitch over. Grip Brake lever
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 43
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 44
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direct the chain away from the ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 47
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 54
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 55
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 60
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 63
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Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 64
...
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