Bixs Chamois, Operating Instructions Manual

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general Safety noteS
dear customer,
In purchasing this BiXS bicycle
(a-d)
you have chosen a product of
high quality and technology. Each component of your new BiXS bicycle
has been designed, manufactured and assembled with great care and
expertise. Your BiXS bicycle dealer gave the bicycle its final assembly
and adjustment to guarantee proper operation and many enjoyable rid-
ing experiences with complete peace of mind from the very first metres.
These operating instructions contain a wealth of information on the
proper use of your BiXS bicycle, its maintenance and operation as well
as interesting information on bicycle design and engineering. Please
read these instructions thoroughly. We are sure that even if you have
been cycling all your life you will find useful and detailed information.
Bicycle and pedelec technology has developed at a very rapid pace dur-
ing recent years. Therefore, before setting off on your new BiXS bicycle,
be sure to read at least the chapter
“before your firSt ride” first.
To have as much fun as possible during cycling, be sure to carry out the
functional check described in chapter
“before every ride”
before
setting off.
Even a manual as big as an encyclopaedia could not describe every
possible combination of bicycle models and components or parts on
the market. These operating instructions therefore focus on your newly
purchased BiXS bicycle and standard components and provide useful
information and warnings. In addition to this, your BionX system operat-
ing instructions give important information and warnings on handling
your new BiXS pedelec.
When doing any adjusting or servicing, be aware that the detailed in-
structions and information provided in these operating instructions only
refer to this BiXS mountain bike or BiXS pedelec.
The information included here is not applicable to any other bicycle
type. As bicycles and pedelecs come in a wide variety of designs with
frequent model changes, the routines described may require comple-
mentary information. Comply also with the instructions of the parts
manufacturers, which you can find on the enclosed CD.
Be aware that these instructions may require further explanation, de-
pending on the experience and/or skills of the person doing the work.
For some jobs you may require additional (special) tools
(e) or sup-
plementary instructions (f) . This manual cannot teach you the skills of
a bicycle mechanic.
Before you set off, let us point out a few things that are very important to
every cyclist: Never ride without a properly adjusted helmet and without
glasses
(g)
and take care to always wear suitable, bright clothing. As
a minimum you should wear straight cut trousers and shoes fitting the
pedal system. Always ride carefully on public roads and observe the
traffic rules so as not to endanger yourself or others.
This manual cannot teach you how to ride. Please be aware that cycling
is a hazardous activity that requires the rider to stay in control of his or
her BiXS bicycle at all times.
Like any sport, cycling involves the risk of injury and damage. Keep
this in mind. When you decide to ride a bicycle or pedelec you need
to accept the risk inherent to cycling. Please note that on a bicycle you
have no protection technique around you (e.g. bodywork, ABS, airbag)
like you have in a car. Therefore, always ride carefully and do respect
the other road users. Never ride under the influence of drugs, medica-
tion, alcohol or when you are tired. Do not ride with a second person
on your BiXS bicycle and never ride without having both hands on the
handlebars
(h)
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