Giant Model Year 2002 Bicycle User Manual
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3. O GIANT BICYCLES LAFREE TWIST Model Year 2002 Owners Manual June 2001 Contents Read IMIS MANUAL pediatria ae oa 3 ld Tragemarisiaredea iau 3 T 2 Abbprovaland conformity Lena iaia iii EA d DEA EDT URES 3 Zo WWNat IES CAN CC isc RE 4 2 2 Baltery ahtd Charger i sexe durare x ERE VEDO OR ERN RASA AD elias 5 2 3 Handlebar and Sten ss coe AIAR TAE GM M AL 5 2 4 PositioiT OT the serial numbers ooi reor eo EE ee REED 5 S FEIEand safety carraio lede 7 Sob ellos eat Cori ELVIS ibi MARRA LA ARIA 7 3 2 SI0dl postale avea 8 3 3 Handlebar height and angle eee 9 3 4 Safety equipment erna e UE MEER TRE RUERUE VE ERA VEA TREE LA EACUS 9 SR RR cM HT RITA IO RITIRATO EN 9 QE pos sicilia ND RR 10 34 3 Hel eb ceo sesctcme ry RE DOE A Debra dap buio iaia DEDE 10 3 5 Mechanical safety checkS emen eee 10 3 5 MINES CD OWS Terna vu aote Mite waa tein eve ada wave Ma d pU SS quM uL dE 10 3 5 2 Tyres QI RH OO 10 3 9 9 Brakes eee C D Tm n iii RN 11 9 5 d QUICK IGIGASOS rt aaris coat isha betes bh i Meu 11 3 5 5 Handlebar and saddle alignment eee eeeeeeeeeeaees 11 4 Riding safely and responsiblV cruel 12 2 1 MIRC Das lOS alain 12 4 2 Rules OLIN TOA c HH 12 4 3 Wet weather riding ouod e aidan ea ear ees 12 aN laLa ae Lae tastes HUE TTE 12 5
4. Pag 12 5 Battery and charger operation 5 1 Battery detachment charging amp installation 5 1 1 General CAUTION Please read the following general safety tips for charging or refresh charging Lafree Twist s battery e he charging area must be level well ventilated free from moisture and protected against direct sunlight e Charge the battery at an ambient temperature of 0 C 40 C when the inside temperature of the battery is below 0 C or over 40 C the charger remains in stand by mode and the battery cannot be charged Do not attempt to charge a Twist battery with a broken or bent charging plug Do not use any power source other than AC 220 230 volts Do not cover the battery during charging or refresh charging If you notice a strange smell vapour or smoke stop the charging procedure immediately Take your Lafree Twist bicycle to your authorised Lafree dealer for service or replacement e lf the range per charge becomes too short even after refreshing the battery see section 5 1 3 Refresh charging the battery s life may have come to an end Replace the battery with a new one The NiMH battery has if used in accordance with the guidelines in this manual a life span of more than 500 charging cycles e Do not charge or refresh charge the battery for over 24 hours This would seriously reduce the life of the battery 5 1 2 Detachment charging installation The battery of the Twist is very simple to remo
5. Battery and charger OperalloMi ssiialala ae aaa RA rasi 13 5 1 Battery detachment charging amp installation cece eee eee ee eee eeeeaees 13 Ds lel AGONCl Al Mmm 13 5 1 2 Detachment charging installation eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeanes 13 5 1 9 Belreshrchiarglfid coe ducet aro tibia 15 5 1 4 Energy indicator spara lai alias ERR Lb cba vids 17 5 1 5 Battery capacity range and charging time eee eee ee eee ee ees 18 5 1 6 Ranger ke ten suot e dS I ni ee el ico 18 5 2 Storage amp transportation usui ato ee etna ex IEEE DR CI YAN pn cip US VS ERUUE VAT UA QUA 19 TO SIOFe the ballerina 19 Transportation of Lafree TWiSt Li 19 5 9 Care amp Mantenne cia 19 Battery bici 19 Girly pM EM Lr FN DNE 20 5 4 Battery disposal what to do with the battery when it s useless 20 DOW IMs WORK due meee edo bv End nena T datae uo rU eu a rues eme c MP Rd NU A ED eran 21 Generalne na ETT LL LUND DELI 21 6 2 Power control SWICLI ues qosesisPez erepto tira Ta 21 6 3 Front Wheel quick TeleasQ uu iid eder e De iaia 22 SEN EI III eU m NE 22 6 3 2 Adjusting the quick release mechanism eee eeeeeeeeeaees 22 6 3 3 Front wheel secondary retention devices cette eee eeeeaees 23 6 3 4 Removing a quick release front Wheel eee ee tee eeeeaees 23 6 3 5 Installing a quick release front wheel
6. Pag 30 9 Precautions and procedures 9 1 Emergency equipment and knowledge You should never go for a bike ride without the following emergency equipment and knowledge Allen wrenches 4 mm 5 mm and 6 mm used to tighten various clamping bolts that may loosen Patch kit and a spare inner tube Tyre levers Tyre pump or cartridge inflator with correct head to fit your tyre valves Identification address phone number insurance company emergency contact blood type medical allergies and conditions 9 2 If you get a flat tyre a Let all the air out of the inner tube see section 6 6 2 Remove one side of the tyre from the rim by inserting a tyre lever in between the rim and base of the tyre s side wall bead Pry the bead away from the rim by pushing down on the tyre lever Take another tyre lever and pry the bead off the rim approximately 10 15 cm four to six inches away from where you started A third lever may be needed but at this point you should be able to begin levering the bead off the rim so that the entire circumference of one side of the tyre bead comes off the rim Remove the inner tube First remove the nut that fixes the air valve to the rim After that remove the valve from the rim s valve hole then remove the inner tube Carefully check the outside and inside of the tyre for the cause of the puncture thorn glass shard nail etc and remove the object if it is still there If the tyre is cut line
7. Please ask your dealer to check it e Hold one pedal and rock it back and forth across the centreline of the bike then do the same with the other pedal If anything feels loose please ask your dealer to check it e Take a look at the brake shoes If they re starting to look worn or are not hitting the wheel rim squarely have the dealer adjust or replace them e Check the control cables and cable housings for any rust kinks or fraying If you notice any of these problems or if your brakes and or shifter are not functioning smoothly ask your dealer to check and replace the cables if necessary e Squeeze spokes in adjoining pairs on either side of each wheel between your thumb and index finger They should all have about the same tension If any feel loose have your dealer check the wheel for spoke tension and trueness Pag 28 e Check the frame particularly in the area around all weld joints the handlebar the stem and the seat post for any deep scratches cracks or discoloration These are signs of stress related fatigue and indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced e Check to make sure that all parts and accessories are still secure and tighten any which are not E Asrequired If either brake lever fails the mechanical safety checks see section 3 5 restore brake lever travel by turning the brake cable adjusting barrel anti clockwise then lock the adjustment in by turning the barrel s lock
8. Eject the grip and lift the battery out of the holder Pag 15 Step 3 Place the battery in a stable position in such a way that the energy indicator is visible otep 4 Remove the cap from the battery s charging socket which is located at the bottom of the battery p Step 5 Put the charger plug into the battery s charging socket with the arrow mark UP Arrow mark Step 6 Connect the power source plug into an electric point AC 220 230 volts and make sure that all poles are fully inserted into the socket Keep the area where the battery is charged well ventilated and free from litter or anything else combustible to avoid fire from sparks or overheating Step 7 The lamp located on the charger will illuminate RED indicating that electricity is flowing into the battery First the lamp blinks RED for a few seconds PUSH THE REFRESH BUTTON ON THE CHARGER BATTER PLATE WAITING The LED of the charger will start illuminating steady j on CHARGING EO GREEN light indicating that the batteries are being Lu discharged refreshed The light turns from GREEN into RED indicating that refreshing has completed and the battery will be recharged When the RED light turns from steady burning into blinking slowly the battery has reached its full capacity Pag 16 Refresh charging E LIGHT ON CHARGER HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE WHAT S HAPPENING RED light blinks learn i will star
9. before riding the bike opin each wheel and check for brake clearance and side to side wobble of the rim If a wheel wobbles side to side or contacts the brake shoes take the bike to a qualified bike shop to have the wheel aligned CAUTION Wheels must be true aligned for the brakes to work effectively Wheel truing is a skill which requires special tools and experience Do not attempt to true a wheel unless you have the knowledge and tools needed to do the job correctly Pag 10 3 5 3 Brakes Visually inspect the brakes for proper cable routing see fig 14a oqueeze the brake levers Brake levers should engage brake shoes at approximately half way through their arc or within about 2 5 cm an inch of handlebar grip To check proper brake lever travel encircle the hand grip with your thumb and forefinger then squeeze the brake lever with the remaining three fingers of each hand If you can squeeze the levers so that they touch your forefinger you should have a qualified service centre adjust your brakes Make sure that the brake s brake shoes are contacting the rim s braking surface fully see fig 14b Also check that the shoes are not coming into contact with the tyre s side wall whilst applying the brake Riding the bike with brake shoes contacting the side wall can cause the tyre to be damaged and the inner tube to puncture which may cause you to lose control and fall Do not ride the bike until the brakes are properly adjus
10. don t pull the cable e Use the genuine Lafree Twist charger to charge the battery Charger DANGER Please note that improper handling poses a high risk of fatal accidents serious injury or damage to the product and property e Do not short circuit the charger s plugs and sockets by using metallic objects e Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the charger There are no parts inside the charger that you can service If you suspect a problem take the charger to your authorised Lafree dealer e Do not use the charger to charge batteries other than genuine Lafree Twist batteries Ni MH 24V 130Ah Overheating fire or electric shock may be the result e Do not subject the charger to shocks e g by dropping Do not expose the charger to liquids e Do not use a damaged charger or components e g charger casing cable plug Electric shock short circuit or fire may be the result e Do not touch a plug with wet hands electric shock may be the result e Do not apply too much pressure to the cables or the plugs e g squeezing the cable between a wall and a window frame or placing heavy objects on the cable or the plug that may result in an electric shock or fire e Keep the charger out of reach of children or pets electric shock or injury may be the result e Be sure that the plug is completely inserted into an electric point if not an electric shock and overheating may be the result possibly causing fire e Do not use the charging
11. from the rear wheel chain etc Make sure the total weight of the luggage does not exceed the maximum weight of 25 kg The carrier is not equipped with rack straps ask your dealer for straps that can be fixed on Lafree Twist s carrier so luggage can be carried safely Never carry a passenger unless it is a child in a proper child seat T Transportation of Lafree Twist When transporting your Lafree Twist it is best to remove the battery The bike becomes lighter so it is easier to lift and manoeuvre Several companies have developed special carriers to transport almost every type of bicycle on your car in a safe manner Some carriers are even equipped with locks Most carriers can be attached to the trailer coupling or to the roof of your car with special adapters Since there are many different kinds of bicycle carriers all with different designs and systems to fixate the bicycle it s impossible for Giant to say which one can carry a Lafree Twist and which one cannot Your Lafree dealer can advise you which carrier is most suitable for you your Lafree and your car Transportation of your bicycle on a car is always on your own risk When transporting the bike on the roof or trailer coupling of a car big forces are applied to the carrier and the bicycle That s why before each time you drive a car with a bike on it you have to check if the carrier has been attached to the car properly Also check the bike if there are no loose parts
12. is stored with the battery in place turn the power control switch on the handlebar to the OFF position Leaving the switch in the ON position while stored or parked will result in faster energy loss Transportation of Lafree Twist When transporting your Twist it is best to remove the battery The bike becomes lighter so it is easier to lift and manoeuvre 5 3 Care amp maintenance Battery There are no parts inside the battery that you can service If you suspect a problem take your Twist and the battery to your authorised Lafree dealer CAUTION Please read the following general safety tips for care and maintenance of Lafree Twist s battery e Do not place the battery into a fire or near any heat source as it can explode and cause serious injury e For cleaning the battery casing use a cloth moistened with water only Do not use solvents or cleaning solutions of any kind e Do not attempt to open the casing of the battery There are no parts inside the battery that you can service If you suspect a problem take your Twist with the battery to your authorised Lafree dealer Pag 19 e Inspect the battery periodically for cracks unusual residue or other abnormal appearance Do not use a battery with cracks or breaks in the casing e Do not attempt to use the Twist s battery as a power supply for anything other than a Lafree Twist e Always pull the charging cable gently To remove a cable from a socket pull the plug
13. of Lafree Europe eee eeeeeeeeeeeeaeneenees 33 Pag 2 1 Read this manual Please read all information in this manual carefully to gain maximum performance safety and enjoyment from your Lafree Twist electric bicycle Congratulations You have just pedalled into the exciting world of electric power assistance for bicycles In addition to being a full featured bicycle the Lafree Twist has an integrated on board electric power assist unit The assisted pedal system is easy to use and understand However due to its sophisticated technology it is extremely important that you follow the directions for their operation carefully and completely Failure to do so could cause damage to the motor energy set battery pack charger unit or the entire bicycle Even though Lafree Twist functions as a standard bicycle you should still review the chapters on bicycle operation especially if you haven t ridden owned a bicycle within the last 10 years Component performance and configuration has changed dramatically and while they are easy to use and understand they may not look quite the same as what you are familiar with Taking a few moments now to understand Lafree Twist s operating procedures will help you get the most out of every ride Please read section 5 1 Battery detachment charging and installation before operating Lafree Twist s electric powered functions Lafree Twist s battery must be charged completely before the
14. plug and or the plug for a power source when they are dusty Moisture absorbed by the dust may conduct electricity causing fire Pull out the power source plug and clean it with a dry cloth e Do not apply voltage other than the rated value to the charger Do not use sockets connectors and other wiring devices with a power source other than standard AC 220 230 volts Overheating fire or electric shock may be the result e Do not touch the charger with the same part of your skin for a long time during charging okin may burn as the external temperature of the charger during charging may become 40 C 60 C e Do not place the charger in an unstable position Using the charger upside down or stretching the cable tight may result in malfunction fire or electric shock Place the charger firmly on a flat surface e Do not cover the charger or put things on it Overheating or fire may be the result 5 4 Battery disposal what to do with the battery when it s useless After some time depending on the number the battery is charged and the way it is treated your battery reaches its end of life At that moment the battery loses its capacity very fast and cannot be recovered by refresh charging Regulations for battery disposal may differ from country to country The battery shall be disposed in a way friendly to our environment So don t simply put it down the garbage but return it to your authorised Lafree dealer He will take care of the disposal an
15. possible circumstances you can cycle e max 25 35 km in normal mode e max 30 40 km in ECO mode In Eco mode the assistance power is about half of the normal mode It could save the energy consumption and extend the range The ECO mode saves energy consumption and extends the range with approx 50 Trip distances mentioned here are just a very rough indication In some cases the power assistance stops already before the 20 km mark is reached while someone else under other conditions may be able to ride more than 40 km Short summary of recommendations for a high range Charge the battery under room temperature 15 25 degrees C Try to ride the battery as empty as possible before re charging Refresh charge after every 15 times normal charging but at least once every 3 months Use the gears while accelerating or riding uphill Don t ride with too low tyre pressure and keep the chain clean and well lubricated O 5 2 Storage amp transportation To store the battery If the battery is going to be stored for an extended period of time it is recommended to charge the battery once for every 3 months of storage If the battery remains in storage without being charged every 3 months it s possible that the battery s capability to retain energy is affected CAUTION otore the battery in a cool dry level and safe area with good ventilation and away from any heat source If the Lafree Twist bike
16. see fig 13 by turning it inclination anti clockwise three or four turns If the bolt rises but bolt stem height the stem doesn t move tap the bolt carefully down uA ade handlebar p y adjuster Bolt pe f N clamp balt using a plastic or wooden hammer Set the handlebar stem at the correct height and perpendicular to the front wheel Fasten the bolt to the correct torque so that you cannot twist the stem and handlebars see section 8 3 Tightening torque The Minimum Insertion mark must NOT be visible Note In order to guarantee the quality of frame and fork Giant uses different types of handlebar stems for gents and ladies bikes Lafree Twist The difference between the 2 types stems is the position of the Minimum Insertion marks The minimum insertion length of the stem for the ladies bike is 80 mm The minimum insertion length of the stem for the gents bike is 65 mm Keep this in mind when you need a new handlebar stem b Handlebar angle By tilting the handlebar you can direct the grips more upward or downward This is a matter of personal taste Loosen the bolt at the front side of the handlebar stem handlebar clamp bolt Tilt the handlebar to the required position Fasten the bolt to the correct torque see section 8 3 Tightening torque Check and if required adjust the position of the brake levers c Handlebar stem angle The adjustable handlebar stem allows you to adjust the angle of the handlebar
17. selected mode ECO or normal weather conditions riding style selected gears etc See section 5 1 6 Range Note 2 also charging time is just a reference Actual charging time depends on the age of the battery and the number of times it has been charged discharged Longer charging time may be necessary for older batteries 5 1 6 Range The range is the distance you can cycle using power assistance on one charge This depends on many different factors that can be divided into 2 groups e Capacity and condition of the battery e The cycling circumstances and the state of the bicycle A summary of matters that have direct influence on the distance that you can ride 1 Age ofthe battery when the battery gets older its capacity becomes less So with a brand new well charged battery you can ride a larger distance than with a battery that is 1 year old 2 Number of battery charges the riding range decreases after a number of battery recharges Partly this can be compensated by refresh charging see section 5 1 3 3 The temperature the performance of the battery depends on the temperature When it s colder the battery s capacity is reduced so you cannot reach the maximum distance with your Lafree 4 The wind easy to understand that when you ride with strong head wind the Lafree uses more energy than without wind so the reach becomes shorter 5 The terrain flat steep hills slopes pavement same as pr
18. stem extension Loosen the inclination bolt and set the extension to the required inclination Fasten the bolt to the correct torque see section 8 3 Tightening torque Check and if needed adjust the angle of the handlebar and the position of the brake levers After changing the position of the handlebar or the stem check to make sure that the handlebars can rotate freely in both directions without the brake cables catching or binding on anything It is essential to thoroughly check that your bars and stem are tight and cannot be moved after you have made any adjustments 3 4 Safety equipment 3 4 1 Lights Lights are important safety devices which are designed as an integral part of Lafree Twist If you ride your bike after dusk you must turn on the lights so that you can see the road and avoid road hazards and so that others can see you Pag 9 3 4 2 Reflectors Reflectors are important safety devices which are designed as an integral part of Lafree The reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a way that helps you to be seen and recognised as a moving bicyclist Caution Check reflectors regularly to make sure that they are clean straight unbroken and securely mounted Have your dealer replace damaged reflectors and straighten or tighten any that are bent or loose 3 4 3 Helmet Our advice is to wear a good quality helmet at all times whilst riding your bike 3 5 Mechanical safety ch
19. such as dress guards pump water bottle bags etc Besides this each time before you are going to use the bike after having it transported on a car you have to check the complete bike if parts have come loose or have been damaged 8 Service amp maintenance 8 1 General NOTE Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more sophisticated than ever before and the pace of innovation is increasing This on going evolution makes it impossible for this manual to provide all the information required to properly repair and or maintain your bicycle In order to help minimise the chances of an accident and possible injury it is critical that you have any repair or maintenance which is not specifically described in this manual performed by your dealer Equally important is that your individual maintenance requirements will be determined by everything from your riding style to geographic location Consult your dealer for help in determining your maintenance requirements The amount and kinds of maintenance you can do yourself depends on your level of skill and experience and on whether you have the special tools required WARNING Many bicycle service and repair tasks require special knowledge and tools Do not begin any adjustments or service on your bicycle if you have the slightest doubt about your ability to properly complete them Improper adjustment or service may result in damage to the bicycle or in an accident which ma
20. the inside of the tyre in the area of the cut with something that will resist the inner tube forcing its way out of the cut once inflated a spare patch a piece of inner tube a bank note an energy bar wrapper a piece of plastic milk carton etc Either patch the tube follow the instructions in your patch kit or use a new inner tube It is always a good idea to have a patch kit as well as a new inner tube in case the old inner tube cannot be patched In case a new inner tube needs to be applied the wheel needs to be disassembled Before replacing the new repaired inner tube put just enough air in to give it some shape Starting with the air valve install the inner tube into the tyre Then starting at the valve slip the exposed tyre bead into the rim using downward pressure Make sure the bead seats down below the valve s thick rubber base Next push the tyre s bead down into the rim with your thumbs along either side of the circumference of the rim not just one side Make sure the inner tube is not being pinched by the bead If you have trouble getting the last few cm inches of bead over the edge of the rim with thumb pressure use a tyre lever and be careful not to pinch the tube CAUTION Do not use a screwdriver or any tool other than a tyre lever as you are likely to pinch and puncture the inner tube Check to make sure the tyre is evenly seated around both sides of the rim and that the inner tube is inside the tyre beads Push
21. the valve stem into the tyre to make sure that its base is seated within the tyre s beads Inflate the tube slowly to the recommended pressure see section 6 6 1 all the while checking to make sure that the tyre beads stay seated in the rim Reinstall the nut that fixes the valve to the rim Put the valve cap back in place Place the wheel back into the bike see section 6 3 Pag 31 WARNING Riding your Lafree Twist with a flat or under inflated tyre can seriously damage the rim tyre tube and bicycle and can cause you to lose control and fall 9 3 If you break a spoke a A wheel with a loose or broken spoke is much weaker than a fully tensioned wheel If you break a spoke while on a ride you will have to ride much more slowly and carefully as the weakened wheel could experience additional broken spokes and become useless WARNING A broken spoke seriously weakens the wheel and may cause it to wobble striking the brakes or the frame Riding with a broken spoke s can cause you to lose control and fall b Twist the broken spoke around the spoke next to it to keep it from flopping around and getting caught between the wheel and the frame Spin the wheel to see if the rim clears the brake shoes frame If the wheel will not turn because it is rubbing against the brake shoe s try turning the brake cable adjusting barrel s clockwise to slacken the cable and open up the brakes see section 3 5 3 If the wheel still won t turn r
22. ace the parts needing repair or replacement with at least an equivalent part Lafree exclusively reviews the choice and model of the specific part Excluded from the guarantee are defects resulting from wearing away through normal usage as well as defects resulting from accidents eccentric use respectively a usage for which the bicycle was not intended for The guarantee does not apply if the bicycle is not correctly assembled repaired by someone other than an approved Lafree dealer and or if the bicycle has not been supplied with the original parts Lafree exclusively makes the decision whether or not the guarantee applies Pag 33
23. are free of material and or construction defects for a period of 10 years Lafree guarantees the owner of the Lafree bicycle that the lacquer on the frame and the non suspension front fork is resistant to corrosion and will not peel off for a period of 2 years Lafree guarantees the owner of the Lafree bicycle that the parts used in the bicycle are free of material and or construction defects for a period of 1 year The original parts of other manufacturers applied to the Lafree bicycle will be guaranteed by Lafree according to the terms and conditions of the manufacturer of the mentioned parts Lafree will keep the owner informed in regards to applicability the terms and the conditions upon request The only bicycles that will be taken into consideration for guarantee are those that were bought at and approved by a Lafree dealer and that were assembled and made ready for riding by this dealer All guarantee claims need to be exclusively filed by an approved Lafree dealer If the Lafree bicycle displays any material and or construction defects that are mentioned in the guarantee within 60 days after the purchase date the owner has a right to a repair free of charge and or a replacement of the specific part After the mentioned time period expires the owner has a right to a repair and or a replacement of which the costs transportation costs labour costs etc for repair are for the owner s account Lafree will continuously repair and or repl
24. between the saddle and the handlebar stem To check straddle the bike If your crotch touches the frame the bike is too big for you A bike you ride only on road should offer a minimum clearance between top tube and your crotch of 2 5 to 5 cm one to two inches A bike that you ll ride off road tracks should have 7 5 cm three inches minimum clearance whilst a mountain bike for use on tough terrain should offer 10 or more cm four or more inches clearance Pag 7 3 2 Saddle position Correct saddle adjustment is important in getting the best performance and comfort from your bicycle a C Up and down adjustment Your leg length determines the correct saddle height To check for correct saddle height sit on the saddle place one heel on a pedal rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in the lowest position and the crank is parallel to the seat tube your leg should be almost straight If not your saddle height needs adjusting To adjust the saddle height loosen the seat post fixing bolt see fig 11a and move the seat post up or down as required Then make sure that the saddle is parallel to the top tube of the bike and retighten the seat post fixing bolt tight enough so that you cannot twist the saddle out of alignment Check the adjustment as described above The seat post shall NOT project from the frame beyond its Minimum Insertion mark see fig 11b NOTE In order to guaran
25. d can directly order a new battery for you Pag 20 6 How things work 6 1 General It is extremely important to the performance enjoyment and safety of your Lafree Twist and yourself to understand how many of the features of Lafree Twist operate You should not assume that the way things have worked on previously owned bicycles operate similarly on Lafree Twist even if you re an experienced bicyclist Be sure to read and to understand this section of the owner s manual If you have even the slightest doubt about how any of the mechanical features of Lafree Twist operate talk to your authorised Lafree dealer 6 2 Power control switch The power control switch is located on the left hand side of handlebar see fig 30 and 06 Turn the switch to ON or ECO position and the motor will provide you assist power when you pedal the bicycle ON indicates the assistance power in normal mode and E CO indicates economic mode In ECO mode the assistance power is about half of the normal mode It could save the energy consumption and extend the range The ECO mode saves energy consumption and extends the range with approx 50 The power control switch has a LED that emits RED light in the following cases e When you switch from OFF to ON or ECO the LED will light up for approx 2 seconds indicating that the system is okay e When the LED lights up when riding it means that something is wrong
26. e special regulations about licensing of bicycles riding on sidewalks laws regulating bike path and trail use and so on Many countries have helmet laws child carrier laws and special bicycle traffic laws In most countries a bicyclist is required to obey the same traffic laws as the driver of a car or motorcycle It is your responsibility to know and obey the laws 4 3 Wet weather riding Under wet conditions the stopping power of your brakes as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing the road is reduced and tyre to surface adhesion traction is also compromised This makes it harder to control speed and easier to lose control Whenever wet conditions are present reduce speed and apply your brakes earlier and more gradually than you would under normal dry conditions 4 4 Night riding Riding a bicycle at night is much more dangerous than riding during the day WARNING Riding at dusk after dark or at times of poor visibility without a bicycle lighting system which meets national laws and without reflectors is dangerous and can result in accidents Before riding at dusk or at night take the following steps to make yourself more visible e Make sure that your bicycle is equipped with correctly positioned and securely mounted lighting system and reflectors see sections 3 4 1 3 4 2 and 6 7 e Make sure that lights and reflectors are not obstructed by your clothing accessories or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle
27. ecessed for the quick release lever that keeps the wheel from dropping out of the fork s dropouts should the quick release lever open accidentally Secondary However these tabs are not designed to keep the wheel in place should retention the quick release lever open accidentally If you hear or feel looseness ER g devise coming from the front wheel stop riding immediately and check the quick release tension Ask your dealer to explain Lafree s secondary retention device in more detail WARNING Removing or disabling the secondary retention device is extremely dangerous and may lead to serious injury or death It also may void the warranty 6 3 4 Removing a quick release front wheel a Release the front brake s elbow cable guide and spread the brake shoes to allow the front tyre to move in between them see fig 33 b Rotate the wheel s quick release lever from the locked or CLOSE position you can read CLOSE on the lever to the OPEN position you can read OPEN on the lever see figs 34 and 35 c Loosen the tension adjusting nut about six full turns d Raise the front wheel a few centimetres inches off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of your hand to knock the wheel out of the front fork QR Open Position Pag 23 6 3 5 Installing a quick release front wheel a Rotate the quick release lever so that it curves away from the wheel see fig 31 and 35 This is the OPEN position yo
28. echanical safety checks see section 3 5 will help you identify some things that need readjustment But even if everything seems fine to you it s best to take your bike back to the dealer for a check up Dealers typically suggest you bring the bike in for a 30 day check up Another way to judge when it s time for the first check up is to bring the bike in after about 10 to 15 hours of use But if you think something is wrong with the bike take it to your dealer before riding it again B Before every ride mechanical safety checks see section 3 5 C After every long or hard ride if the bike has been exposed to water or grit or at least every 150 km or 100 miles e Clean the bike incl chain ring and rear wheel sprocket e Clean and lightly oil the chain e Wipe off excess oll Lubrication is a function of climate Talk to your dealer about the best lubricants and the recommended lubrication frequency for your area D After every long or hard ride or after 10 to 20 hours of riding e Squeeze and hold the front brake and rock the bike forward and back If you feel a clanking or looseness with each forward or backward movement of the bike you may have a loose headset Have your dealer check it e Lift the front wheel off the ground and turn the handlebar to the left and to the right a few times If you feel any binding or roughness in the steering you may have a tight headset or the headset may need to have grease added to the ball bearings
29. ecks 3 5 1 Nuts amp bolts Inspect the bike closely from front to rear for any obvious signs of worn or broken components Grasp the handlebar with both hands and lift the front wheel off the ground 5 10 cm two or three inches then let it drop firmly on the ground while still holding the handlebar If anything sounds feels or looks loose do a quick visual and tactile inspection of the whole bike Try to find the source of noise or any obvious loose components and secure them If you re not sure ask someone with experience to check or take your Lafree Twist to your authorised Lafree dealer 3 5 2 Tyres amp wheels Check proper tyre inflation by placing your hand directly on top of each tyre individually With a straight arm and direct downward pressure push on the tyre with downward body weight and watch the spot where the tyre is contacting the ground There should be very little tyre compression If your tyres need inflating use a standard bicycle floor pump see section 6 6 1 Tyres If you must use a high volume compressor like those found at automotive service stations add air in small amounts as these compressors are designed to fill auto tyres which have much larger volumes than bicycle tyres Adding too much pressure all at once could cause the inner tube to explode which can cause severe damage to the tyre and serious injury opin each wheel slowly and look for cuts in the tyre s tread and side wall Replace damaged tyres
30. elease the brake s elbow cable guide see section 6 3 4 Removing a quick release front wheel and secure any loose cable as best you can Walk the bike or if you must ride it with extreme caution However it is strongly recommended that you not ride with only one functioning brake and never with two non operational brakes 9 4 If you crash First check yourself for injuries Seek medical help if necessary If you are involved with another vehicle get as much information as possible from the involved party and any witnesses Next check your bike for damage and fix what you can When you get home carefully perform the checks described in section 8 2 D and check for any other damaged parts All bent scored or discoloured parts are suspect and should be replaced WARNING A crash can put extraordinary stress on bicycle components causing them to fatigue prematurely Components suffering from stress fatigue can fail suddenly and catastrophically causing loss of control serious injury CAUTION If you have any doubt about the condition of the bicycle or any of its parts take it to your dealer for a thorough check Checking the frame regularly and bringing any questionable marks to the attention of your Lafree dealer or other qualified person will prolong the safe use of your frame and components 10 Comfort amp performance accessories There is a wide range of accessories available for your bicycle However you shouldn
31. essure on the pedals However with gear hubs it is possible to shift while freewheeling or standing still The numbers on the shifter indicate the degree of pedal resistance lower numbers mean less resistance at higher pedalling rate easier pedalling higher numbers mean more resistance at lower pedalling rate harder pedalling To facilitate smooth gear shifts always shift gears before you are on a hill Whenever shifting gears shift early before pedal pressure becomes harder Failure to utilise this technique could cause damage to the drive chain and gear mechanism 6 6 Tyres and inner tubes 6 6 1 Tyres Lafree Twist s tyres are general purpose in design made for improved paved road surfaces They are not designed for rue I unimproved roads or trails where dirt loose rocks or other i loose debris is present Your dealer can help you select new n amp n tyres once they warrant replacement 45 TOPSI 3 0 5 0 BAR The size and pressure rating are marked on the side wall of the tyre see fig 36 The part of this information which is most important to you is tyre pressure The best way to inflate a bicycle tyre to the correct pressure is with a bicycle pump Your dealer can help you select an appropriate pump M M 6 6 2 Tyre air valves size 47 559 26x1 75 Lafree Twist tyres are equipped with French valves To inflate a French valve tube remove the valve cap loose
32. evious point 4 if you ride uphill or on rough pavement the engine uses more energy than on flat or smooth roads 6 Riders weight and luggage for a light rider without additional luggage is less energy required than for a heavy rider or a rider that carries luggage The number of stops and starts riding in heavy traffic or in the city with lots of traffic lights means that you have to make much more stops and starts compared with riding in the countryside Because of the energy consumed during acceleration the riding range becomes shorter when the number of stops and starts increases 8 Clever use of gears energy form the rider but also from the battery will be saved if the gears on the bike are used in the correct way Especially accelerating and riding uphill should be done in low gears in the same way as driving a car Start riding in 1st gear and when speed increases shift to 2nd and 3rd gear This helps you to save energy and to increase the range 9 Quality and state of bicycle components such as tyres with too low pressure or well inflated tyres a dirty corroded dry chain or a clean and well lubricated chain Poor maintenance increases the resistance and the extra energy required empties your battery quicker Pag 18 It may be clear that it s very difficult to say how far you can ride with your power assisted Twist with a full battery simply because there are too many factors that have influence Under the best
33. ke sure that the shackle of the lock can pass between 2 spokes If a spoke is in the way just rotate the rear wheel a bit How to unlock the bike Hold the knob of the lock with one hand and with your other hand insert the key into the keyhole of the lock Now turn the key a little bit clockwise A strong spring will release the lock and the knob wants to jump back upward Guide the knob back into the upper position carefully Note that the bicycle lock prevents the rear wheel from turning making it less interesting for thieves to steal the Lafree Twist However the bike can still be carried away It is recommended to combine the bicycle lock with a special cable or chain that fixes the bike to a tree lamppost or bicycle rack Don t forget to turn the key of the battery lock anti clockwise to the LOCK position and to pull out the key 6 9 Kick stand Lafree Twist is equipped with a retractable spring loaded kick stand for parking and storage while not in use Always use the kick stand when parking or storing your Lafree Twist so it s not necessary to lean it against something wall post fence etc or lay it on its side To park Lafree Twist step down on the support s stand toe until the support locks see fig 37 To ride Lafree Twist again put your foot in front of the kick stand and move it backward Pag 26 6 10 Luggage carrier If you carry luggage on the carrier make sure everything is securely fixed and free
34. motor power assisted pedalling can be operated 1 1 Trademarks The following trademarks are registered trademarks of Giant in Europe and other countries e lafree e Twist 1 2 Approval and conformity This Lafree Twist bicycle fulfils the requirements of the following EC directive Electro Magnetic Compatibility directive 89 336 EEG CE Pag 3 2 What it s called 2 1 General 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 i L dE xL LE oL ow lI OONDOOaRWN OO Handlebar Handlebar stem 2 versions gents and ladies Power control switch left side 3 speed hub gear shifter right side Frame Seat tube Front fork Wheel Tyre Tread Side wall Valve stem part of inner tube Inner tube inside tyre Him Spoke Hub Quick release cam lever Bottom bracket Crank arm Pag 4 20 21 22 23 Seat post 2 versions gents and ladies 25 26 Linear pull front brake 28 29 Reflector 31 32 Splash guard fender front and rear 34 35 Rear light 37 38 Chain ring inside motor housing Chain Pedal 3 speed rear hub sprocket Saddle Seat post binder Brake shoe Linear pull rear brake Motor housing Kick stand Dynamo Front light Lock Luggage carrier 2 2 Battery and charger PS N Battery Battery lock Grip Energy indicator 2 3 Handlebar and stem Sa p Handlebar Handlebar stem 2 versions gents and ladies Grip Po
35. n the L Ed little centre nut a few turns By pushing the centre nut downwards you can remove air from the tube Make sure the pump matches the valve type Contact your dealer if necessary Pag 25 6 7 Lighting system The electricity for the lighting equipment front and rear light is provided by the dynamo attached to the left side of the front fork If there is no need for the lighting to work the dynamo can be in the OFF position which means that the pulley on the top of the dynamo doesn t contact the tyre of the front wheel If the lights have to work the pulley of the dynamo has to be driven by the tyre of the front wheel To switch the dynamo and the lights ON push the dynamo downward A spring will push the pulley of the dynamo against the side wall of the tyre When the front wheel rotates the dynamo will generate electricity and the lights will burn If the dynamo is pulled sideways away from the tyre it will be pushed upward by a spring and remain in the OFF position 6 8 Lock Lafree Twist is equipped with a bicycle lock How to lock the bike First turn the key clockwise as far as possible just a little bit Then while keeping the key in this position push the big knob on the opposite side all the way downward If the knob is not pushed far enough it will come back into its starting position automatically Now the bike is locked and the key can be pulled out of the lock Note ma
36. nut clockwise as far as it will go If the lever still fails the mechanical safety checks have your dealer check the brakes F If the bike won t shift smoothly and quietly from gear to gear the gear mechanism may be out of adjustment The cause may be as simple as a stretched control cable in which case you can compensate by rotating the shift cable S rra adjusting barrel B Shift cable adjusting barre Turn the gear shifter on the handlebar to select Ha X eee SS Lock nut the 2nd gear em MOSTO The yellow coloured part must be between the 2 yellow lines on the window rear wheel axle RH side See fig 38 If this Is not the case adjust the shift cable adjusting barrel near the rear wheel until the sy a r ris y Yellow line position of the yellow painted arm is correct it Yellow line Lock the adjustment by turning the barrel s lock SET Ia Yellow coloured part nut Try shifting again If turning the cable adjusting barrel does not cure the problem see your dealer G Every 50 hours of riding Take your bike to your dealer for a check up Pag 29 8 3 Tightening torque Z o DINO WN Description Stem height adjuster bolt Handlebar clamp bolt Stem inclination bolt Crank arm bolts Wheel axle bolts rear Brake lever bolts Saddle retention bolt Seat clamp bolt Tightening torque Nm 20 22 Nm 13 15 Nm 15 18 Nm 35 45 Nm 30 45 Nm 5 9 Nm 8 12 Nm 15 16 Nm
37. ower source plug into an electric point AC 220 230 volts and make sure that all poles are fully inserted into the socket Normal charging n LIGHT ON CHARGER HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE WHAT S HAPPENING RED light blinks laine Charging will start soon 0 9 sec on 0 1 sec off waiting 3 RED light blinks slowly Until the power source plug is Charging completed l 2 sec on 2 sec off disconnected completion Pag 14 Disconnect the power source plug from the electric point Disconnect the charger plug from the battery Mount the battery onto the bicycle step 2 and 1 in reversed order Make sure that the battery is secured in LOCK position so that it cannot move sideways 5 1 3 Refresh charging Lafree Twist s charger has the capability to do a battery refresh Refreshing simply involves the process of fully discharging the battery before it is fully recharged This process is an essential step to extend the life of Twist s batteries Refresh charging takes more time than normal charging Depending on the amount of energy that is still in the battery the process may take approx 15 hours Refresh charging has to be done frequently This process has to be executed after every 15 times normal charging but at least once every 3 months This is how to do it Hold the battery and turn the key of the battery lock anti clockwise to open Move the battery 45 sideways
38. position parallel to the fork blade return the lever to the OPEN position Then turn the tension adjusting nut anti clockwise one quarter turn and close the lever again ff Reattach the elbow cable guide to close the brake shoes then spin the wheel to make sure that it is centred in the fork and clears the brake shoes WARNING Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release adjustment Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage which could cause you to lose control and fall which may result in serious injury 6 4 Brakes NOTE For most effective braking always apply both brakes simultaneously WARNING Sudden or excessive application of the front brake may pitch the rider over the handlebar which may cause serious injury How brakes work It s important to your safety that you instinctively know which brake lever controls which brake on your bike The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction between the brake surfaces the brake shoes and the wheel rim To make sure that you have maximum friction available keep your wheel rims and brake shoes clean and free of lubricants waxes or polishes Brakes are designed to control your speed not just to stop the bike Try as much as possible to get used to the strong braking performance during your first ride Braking and traction forces change dramatically when riding on loose surfaces o
39. r in wet weather Tyre adhesion is reduced so the wheels have less cornering and braking traction and can lock up with less brake force Moisture or dirt on the brake shoes can reduce their ability to slow and stop the wheel effectively Riding more slowly will help you control the bicycle in wet or rough conditions Pag 24 6 5 Gear changing Lafree Twist is equipped with internal rear gear hub The gear changing mechanism on your bicycle consists of a grip shifter on the handle bar and an internal gear hub 6 5 1 What the gears are for Lafree Twist s gearing is a simple yet effective way to help you fine tune your pedal revolutions also known as cadence Twist s gearing is designed for rolling moderately steep terrain Select a gear that is easy to pedal never push hard on the pedals if there is an easier gear available You will find that pedalling with a faster action is more comfortable though most riders will need to practise this Pushing hard will not make you fitter The optimum pedalling speed is between 60 and 90 pedal revolutions per minute Lafree Twist s electric power assists your cadence by giving you a boost when you are pedalling However you should still use the gears to get the most performance from your legs and motor assist Pedalling in a harder gear will cause the torque sensor to use more energy which can drain the available energy stores more quickly 6 5 2 Shifting gears Pedal along easily without putting pr
40. t assume you can properly install and operate the accessories without first reading any instructions that are enclosed with the product Be sure to read and understand the instructions that accompany the accessories you purchase for your bicycle If you have the slightest doubt as to your ability to install them correctly ask your dealer for assistance Pag 32 11 Dealer service 11 1 About your dealer Your dealer is here to help you properly service and maintain your Lafree electric bicycle as well as help you select and understand any products and accessories you wish to examine and purchase Your bike shop s staff has the knowledge tools and experience to give you reliable advice and competent service Your dealer carries the products of a variety of manufacturers so that you can have the choices which best meet your needs and your budget 11 2 Guarantee regulations of Lafree Europe 1 10 11 12 13 The guarantee regulations of Lafree Europe Lafree are exclusively valid for the first owner owner of the Lafree bicycle In case of a guarantee claim according to the guarantee regulations the owner is obligated to bring forth the proof of purchase and or the Lafree guarantee card The guarantee periods mentioned hereafter are always valid as of the purchase date of the Lafree bicycle purchase date Lafree guarantees the owner of the Lafree bicycle that the frame and the non spring front fork of the Lafree bicycle
41. t soon 0 9 sec on 0 1 sec off USt 8 I SARO waiting Push REFRESH button on the charger PL light burns Discharging refreshing RED light burns RED light blinks slowly Until the power source plug is Charging completed 2 sec on 2 sec off disconnected completion Step 10 Disconnect the power source plug from the electric point Disconnect the charger plug from the battery Mount the battery onto the bicycle step 2 and 1 in reversed order Make sure that the battery is secured in LOCK position so that it cannot move sideways 5 1 4 Energy indicator The amount of energy available is indicated via a Light Emitting Diode LED string located on the battery see fig 18 and 29 The indicator will illuminate when you push the PUSH button When fully charged all five LEDs will be illuminated As energy is used less LEDs are illuminated The light of the LEDs will go out after a few seconds Pag 17 5 1 5 Battery capacity range and charging time LEDs illuminated Energy available Remaining range km Charging time 1 blinking Less than 1 96 1 km 4 5 hours 1 1 20 lt 5 km 3 4 hours 2 21 40 5 15 km 2 3 hours 3 41 60 10 20 km 1 5 2 hours 4 61 80 15 25 km 1 1 5 hours 5 81 100 20 35 km 0 5 1 hours Note 1 remaining range is just a reference Figures shown are based on riding in normal mode Actual remaining range depends on
42. ted See section 6 4 Brakes for details WARNING Riding with improperly adjusted brakes or worn brake shoes is dangerous and can result in serious injury 3 5 4 Quick releases Check to see that the front wheel quick release lever is properly adjusted and in the locked position oee section 6 3 Front wheel quick release for details WARNING Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicycle which can cause damage to the bicycle and serious injury 3 5 5 Handlebar and saddle alignment Are the saddle and handlebar stem correctly in line with the bike s top tube and tight enough so that you can t twist them out of alignment Pag 11 4 Riding safely and responsibly NOTE Riding a bicycle involves certain risks including damage and injury By choosing to ride a bicycle you assume personal responsibility for those risks The people who sold you the bike the manufacturer the distributor and people who manage or maintain the roads and trails you ride on are not responsible for your actions Therefore it is extremely important that you understand and practice the rules of safe and responsible riding and to use common sense whenever possible and applicable 4 1 The basics Carry out the mechanical safety checks see section 3 5 before you attempt to ride Lafree Twist 4 2 Rules of the road Learn the local bicycle laws and regulations Many countries hav
43. tee the quality of the frame Giant uses different types of seat posts for gents and ladies bikes Lafree Twist The difference between the 2 types seat posts is the position of the Minimum Insertion marks The minimum insertion length of the seat post for the ladies bike is 15 cm The minimum insertion length of the seat post for the gents bike is 10 cm Keep this in mind when you need a new seat post Be careful when you switch seat posts of ladies and gents bikes Front and back adjustment To find the most comfortable position loosen the saddle clamp and adjust the saddle forward or back to suit you Retighten the saddle clamp See fig 12 min inert Saddle tilt adjustment Most people prefer a horizontal saddle but some riders prefer to have the saddle tilted up or down a little Adjust the saddle tilt by loosening the saddle clamp tilting the saddle to the desired position and re tightening the saddle clamp Very small changes in saddle position will make a big difference Make only one change at a time and only in small steps until you have found your most comfortable position WARNING After any saddle adjustment be sure to tighten the saddle adjusting mechanism properly before riding Periodically check to make sure that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened Pag 8 3 3 Handlebar height and angle a Handlebar stem height You can raise or lower the handlebars Loosen the stem height adjuster bolt
44. th one hand and turning the lever like a wing nut with the other hand until tight will not clamp the wheel safely in the dropouts The full force of the cam action is needed to clamp the wheel securely 6 3 2 Adjusting the quick release mechanism The wheel s hub is clamped in place by the force of the quick release cam pushing against one dropout and pulling the tension adjusting nut by way of the skewer against the other dropout The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut Turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating increases clamping force turning it anti clockwise while keeping the cam lever from Pag 22 rotating reduces clamping force Less than half a turn of the tension adjusting nut can make the difference between safe clamping force and unsafe clamping force NOTE Once the quick release is installed in the hub axle by the manufacturer or the dealer it never needs to be removed unless the hub itself requires servicing If the hub requires servicing consult your dealer 6 3 3 Front wheel secondary retention devices Lafree Twist is equipped with a secondary wheel retention device see fig 32 to keep the wheel from disengaging if the quick release is incorrectly adjusted or the cam opens accidentally Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release adjustment The secondary retention device is integral with the fork dropouts and is r
45. u can read OPEN on the lever b With the fork facing forward insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly to the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades the fork dropouts The quick release lever should be on the left side of the bicycle see fig 31 and 35 c Holding the quick release lever in the OPEN position with your right hand tighten the tension adjusting nut with your left hand in a clockwise direction until it is finger tight against the fork dropout see fig 31 d While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts and at the same time centring the wheel rim in the fork rotate the quick release lever upwards and push it into the CLOSE position see fig 31 and 34 To do this use the palm of your hand while wrapping your fingers around the right fork blade and squeezing the lever closed using your fingers and hand together You have the proper tension if the lever leaves an impression in the palm of your hand The lever should be parallel to the fork blade pointing upward and curved toward the wheel CAUTION If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for leverage and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand the tension is insufficient Open the lever turn the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn then try again e If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a
46. utes the LED will stop blinking Pag 21 LIGHT ON POWER CONTROL HOW LONG DOES WHAT S HAPPENING SWITCH IT TAKE STEADY OR BLINKING After switching from OFF to ON or ECO There s a problem until you switch off y Motor has to supply too much power and shuts off Blinking slow 1x per sec NENNEN Just 10 2096 energy left Blinking fast 4x per sec Less than 10 energy left 6 3 Front wheel quick release 6 3 1 General WARNING Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicycle which may cause damage to the bicycle and serious injury to the rider Therefore it is closed open essential that you ii a ask your dealer for assistance in installing and removing your wheels safely b understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your wheel in place with a quick release c check that the wheel is securely clamped in the lum to adjust fork before each and every ride Jn E clamping fare S EE open position Because of its adjustable nature it is critical that you understand how a quick release lever cam works and Now to use it properly While it may appear at first glance to be a nut and bolt configuration a long bolt with a lever on one end and a nut on the other in fact the wheel quick release uses a cam action to clamp the bike s wheel in place see fig 31 CAUTION Holding the nut wi
47. ve and store For charging the battery has to be detached from the bicycle If this is not done in the proper way there is a possibility of damaging the battery How to detach the battery from install it on the bicycle and how to charge Hold the battery and turn the key of the battery lock anti clockwise to open Move the battery 45 sideways Eject the grip and lift the battery out of the holder Pag 13 Step 3 Place the battery in a stable position in such a way that the energy indicator is visible otep 4 Remove the cap from the battery s charging socket which is located at the bottom of the battery n Step 5 Put the charger plug into the battery s charging socket with the arrow mark UP Arrow mark Keep the area where the battery is charged well ventilated and free from litter or anything else combustible to avoid fire from sparks or overheating Step 7 DO NOT PUSH THE REFRESH BUTTON ON THE CHARGER For REFRESH charging see section 5 1 3 below The lamp located on the charger will illuminate RED e indicating that electricity is flowing into the battery WT e First the lamp blinks RED for a few seconds then _ it gives steady RED light when charging and on HINC E blinks slowly after approx 4 5 hours in case of omo W g full charge indicating that the battery has reached ZEE TM S full capacity and charging has completed Step 6 Connect the p
48. wer control switch Bell Gear shifter Gear indicator TONDO Charging socket Socket cap Charger Charger plug Power source plug Refresh button Left hand brake lever Right hand brake lever Brake adjusting barrel Stem height adjuster bolt Handlebar stem inclination bolt Handlebar clamp bolt 2 4 Position of the serial numbers Please record Lafree s bike serial number and battery serial number for future reference The serial number of the bike is stamped into the left rear dropout of the frame The dropout is the piece of frame that holds the axle of the rear wheel see fig 08 Battery s serial number see fig 09 Battery s serial number Pag 6 3 Fit and safety 3 1 Fit Make sure the bike fits A bike that s too big or too small for the rider is harder to control and can be uncomfortable or dangerous cm mir Frame size Your dealer will have recommended the best frame size for you based on the information provided If you picked your own bike at the dealer shop your dealer took the time to fit you to the correct frame size at the time If someone else selected the bike for you as a gift for example it s important for you to make sure that it fits before you ride it u Fy LS E Standover height see fig 10 It is the distance from the ground to the top of the top tube at the point where your crotch would be if you were straddling the bike by standing half way
49. y cause serious injury Pag 27 If you want to learn about service and repair work on your bike you have three options 1 Ask your dealer whether copies of the manufacturer s installation and service instructions for the components on your bike are available 2 Ask your dealer to recommend a book on bicycle repair 3 Ask your dealer about the availability of bicycle repair courses in your area or through the bike shop Regardless of which option you select we recommend that you ask your dealer to check the quality of your work the first time you work on something and before you ride the bike just to make sure that you did everything correctly Since that will require the time of a mechanic there may be a modest charge for this service 8 2 Service amp maintenance schedule Some service and maintenance can and should be performed by the owner and require no special tools or knowledge beyond what is presented in this manual The following are examples of the type of service you can perform yourself All other service maintenance and repair should be performed in a properly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by the manufacturer A Break in period your bike will last longer and work better if you break it in before riding it hard Control cables and wheel spokes may stretch or seat when a new bike is first used and may require readjustment by your dealer Your m
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