Argon 18 E-Gravel, Operation Manual

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Inspection timeframes and assignments
Before every ride with your pedelec
Check:
• Spokes
• Rims for wear and concentricity
• Tires for damage and foreign bodies
• Quick release
• The functionality of the gears and sus -
pension
• Brake function
• Hydraulic brakes: Tightness
• Lights
• Bell
• Tires: properly secured and correct tire
pressure
• Checking the battery is firmly fastened
After riding 200 kilometres from purchase,
then at least once a year
Check:
• Tires and wheels
Torques:
• Handlebar • Seat post
• Chains • Pedals • Saddle
• All fastening screws
Adjust the following components:
• Headset • Gears
• Brakes • Spring elements
Every 1000 kilometres
Check:
• Pedelec chain or belt drive
• Rear sprocket
• Brake pads for wear, replace if necessary
• Sprocket
Clean:
• Pedelec chain
• Rear sprocket
• Sprocket
Oil:
• Chain with suitable lubricant
Check:
• All screws are firmly fastened
Every 3000 kilometres
Have the following checked, cleaned or re-
placed by a specialist retailer:
• Hubs • Pedals
• Headset • Gears
• Brakes • Chain
After riding in wet weather
Clean and oil:
• Gear system
• Brakes (excluding brake surfaces)
• Chain or belt
spray lubricant
Ask your specialist retailer for suita-
ble lubricants. Not all lubricants are
suitable for all purposes. Using the
wrong lubricant may lead to damage and re-
duced functionality!
The first inspection is particularly
important for ensuring that your
pedelec remains safe and prob-
lem-free! Cables and spokes stretch, and
bolted connections may come loose. Please
always allow a specialist retailer to carry out
the first inspection.