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6.2 Brake lever assignment
The brake levers are assigned as follows in the basic configuration;
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The right-hand brake lever operates the rear wheel brake.
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The left-hand brake lever operates the front wheel brake.
Acquaint yourself with the brake lever assignment before starting a journey. Get in touch with a Carqon
dealer if you wish to change the brake lever assignment.
6.3 Disc brakes
When pulling the brake lever, the brake pistons (which are located in the brake callipers (2) of the disc
brakes) will be pushed outwards. The brake pistons will press the brake pads against the brake discs (3)
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Check the disc brakes regularly for wear and functionality. And clear the breaks afterwards.
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Remove any soiling to the components of the disc brakes and the brake disc immediately with a
lightly moistened towel.
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Clean the brake discs regularly with brake cleaning fluid or warm water.
Using the disc brakes causes wear to the brake pads and brake discs. With hydraulic disc brakes, the
brake liquid in the hydraulic lines (1) is also subject to wear.
Ask a Carqon dealer for an inspection to check the wear of the brake pads. Carry out the following for
the front wheel and rear wheel brake;
1.
Check whether the brake pads move back and forth evenly and symmetrically in the direction of
the brake disc, when the brake lever is pulled and released. When you are able to move the brake
disc of the brake pads or if they move unevenly, have the brakes checked by a Carqon dealer.
2.
Pull the brake lever and check whether brake fluid is emitted from the lines, connections or the
brake pads. If brake fluid is emitted, do not use the cargo bike. Have the brake disc checked by a
Carqon dealer.
