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uSeR ManuaL

CoVeRinG oPeRaTion, SeTTinGS, MainTenanCe anD SeRViCinG

Din en iSo 4210 / Din en 82079-1

MounTain BiKe

CRoSS BiKe

Sales:
Hermann Hartje KG
Tel: +49 (0) 4251 811 500
[email protected]
www.hartje.de

Summary of Contents for MT 2018

Page 1: ...ManuaL CoVeRinG oPeRaTion SeTTinGS MainTenanCe anD SeRViCinG Din en iSo 4210 Din en 82079 1 MounTain BiKe CRoSS BiKe CRoSS BiKe Sales Hermann Hartje KG Tel 49 0 4251 811 500 info hartje de www hartje...

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Page 3: ...pective chapters Frame 1 Top tube 2 Head tube 3 Down tube 4 Rear frame chain stay 5 Rear frame seat stay 6 Seat tube Brake lever Handlebars Handlebar stem Hydraulic lines Suspension fork Front brake Q...

Page 4: ...product defects are resolved by replacement or repair at no charge Guarantee repair services may be carried out only by a bicycle dealer specified by us The guarantee is only valid for the first owner...

Page 5: ...5 Residual risks 16 3 5 1 Proper use 16 4 Basic information 17 4 1 Symbols and terms 17 4 1 1 Symbols 17 4 1 2 Terms 17 4 1 3 Written labels 17 4 1 4 Units 18 4 2 Torques 18 4 2 1 Components 18 4 2 2...

Page 6: ...ormation 41 6 2 Operation 43 6 2 1 Hub dynamo 43 6 2 2 Sidewall dynamo 44 6 3 Settings 44 6 3 1 Headlight 44 7 Gear shift system 46 7 1 Derailleur gears 47 7 1 1 Basic information 47 7 1 2 Operation 4...

Page 7: ...tion 68 9 3 2 Operation 69 9 4 Baggage 71 9 5 Bell 71 9 5 1 Basic information 71 9 5 2 Operation 71 9 5 3 Settings 71 9 6 Stand 72 9 6 1 Basic information 72 9 6 2 Operation 72 9 6 3 Settings 72 9 7 Q...

Page 8: ...ing of the packaging 89 11 2 2 Disposing of lubricants and cleaning products 89 11 2 3 Disposing of tyres and inner tubes 89 11 2 4 Disposing of the bicycle 89 12 Inspection report 90 13 Bicycle passp...

Page 9: ...road Bicycles or e bikes that are not approved for road usage according to German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations are labelled accordingly on the seat post or down tube see Fig Road Traffic Licens...

Page 10: ...ignates hazard with a low degree of risk which may result in minor or moderate injury if unheeded Notice This key word warns of possible damage to property 3 2 Use Warning Danger for children or for i...

Page 11: ...pose as described Caution Slipping due to improper footwear Risk of injury Wear shoes with non slip soles Caution Risk of trapping body parts due to the bicycle s moving and rotating parts Risk of inj...

Page 12: ...lf to become distracted by other activities when riding your bicycle e g by switching the lights on Do not use mobile devices when riding your bicycle e g smartphones or MP3 players Do not ride your b...

Page 13: ...at they should always hold the handle bars by the main handles when riding on the road so that they can safely operate the brakes and the bell at all times 3 3 3 Additional regulations For use in road...

Page 14: ...ighs less than 22 kg You should only ride with a child in the child seat or child trailer if you are over 16 years old You should only allow a child to ride in the child seat or child trailer if the c...

Page 15: ...onal length before using the trailer in road traffic Transport a maximum of two children in the child trailer Only use trailers with functional lighting equipment that complies with the regulations ap...

Page 16: ...nual Any other use is deemed improper and may cause accidents serious injuries or damage to the bicycle itself The warranty is rendered void in the event of improper use of the bicycle and its compone...

Page 17: ...dropout Brake arm Contrary to the norm the term brake arm is used to describe the lever installed on the rear frame chain stay as a bracket for the coaster brake Brake lever Contrary to the norm the...

Page 18: ...do not have any experience with using torque wrenches or if you do not own a suitable torque wrench you should ask your specialist dealer to check your screw connections Individual bicycle components...

Page 19: ...ill be included in the appropriate chapter indicating the change in direction Please observe the respective notes 4 4 Sitting position Caution Muscle tension and joint pain due to an incorrectly adjus...

Page 20: ...rs on many bicycle models it is possible to replace the seat post the saddle the handlebar stem and the pedal cranks If selling or passing the bicycle on to another person this can be an option to ena...

Page 21: ...nd injury Always get carbon components checked over by a specialist dealer after falls overloading and heavy impacts Notice Increased wear and tear caused by incorrect care and maintenance of carbon c...

Page 22: ...with which the bicycle can be transported in an upright position Find out how to use a bicycle rack e g by consulting your specialist dealer Secure the bicycle properly to prevent it from slipping an...

Page 23: ...ed and adjusted by your specialist dealer it is now ready to ride Ensure that you are well acquainted with your bicycle before your first ride If you have hydraulic brakes apply both brake levers mult...

Page 24: ...acks distortion or colour changes in the frame fork and seat post The screw and plug connections Visual check of the screw and plug connections The pedal drive Check whether pedal drive is stable and...

Page 25: ...ely Make sure to get carbon components checked over by a specialist dealer after any heavy impact Do not use the bicycle if damage to the bicycle is visible or suspected A fall or accident can cause d...

Page 26: ...raking efficiency Warning Blocking the read wheel can cause accidents Risk of accident and injury Be very careful when using the rear brake in corners so as to avoid blocking the rear wheel Warning Un...

Page 27: ...loose screw connections ask your specialist dealer to tighten them taking the correct torque into consideration 3 Check that there is still at least 1 cm of clearance between the brake lever and the g...

Page 28: ...ee Fig One brake lever and Two brake levers Familiarise yourself with the configuration of the brake levers before you start riding Consult your specialist dealer if you wish to change the brake lever...

Page 29: ...ning Bent or leaking brake cables and open connections can cause hydraulic brakes to fail Risk of accident and injury Do not use the bicycle if you notice damage or leakages on the hydraulic cables or...

Page 30: ...n the handlebar Fig Hydraulic rim brake 1 Fastening lever 2 Hydraulic lines 3 Brake pad 4 Rim 1 2 3 4 If you find loose screw connections ask your specialist dealer to tighten them taking the correct...

Page 31: ...unusual noises you should ask your specialist dealer to inspect the brake system Fig Mechanical rim brakes 1 Brake cable 2 Brake arm 3 Rim 4 Brake pad 1 2mm 1 2 3 4 5 3 1 1 Rim brakes with quick rele...

Page 32: ...g down on both sides visual inspection If the brake pads are wearing diagonally or unevenly you should have the brake system inspected by your specialist dealer Check the brake pads for damage and hea...

Page 33: ...injury Adjustments to the brake system should only be carried out by your specialist dealer Specialist expertise are required to correctly adjust the brake system If you do not have the necessary exp...

Page 34: ...arance to the brake shoes on both sides see Fig Mechanical rim brakes During this process grip the brake cable in front of the knurled nut and pull lightly on it to make the knurled nut turn with grea...

Page 35: ...contact with brake fluid immediately rinse the affected areas with plenty of clean water and consult a doctor immediately Warning Bent or leaking brake cables and open connections can cause hydraulic...

Page 36: ...loth If you have disc brakes clean the brake discs regularly with brake cleaning fluid or warm water Using disc brakes causes wear and tear to the brake pads and the brake discs The cable can also bec...

Page 37: ...front wheel Depending on the bicycle model your bicycle may be fitted with different types of brakes on the front and rear wheels To operate the brakes pull the brake lever towards the handle bars us...

Page 38: ...end of the safety splint until straight and pull the safety splint out of the brake calliper 3 Pull the old brake pads backwards out of the brake calliper 4 To ensure optimum functioning clean the bra...

Page 39: ...h a coaster brake 5 5 1 Basic information When the coaster brake is operated a metallic ring inside the rear wheel hub is pressed against the outer hub shell causing the wheel to slow down Due to the...

Page 40: ...isk of accident and injury Adjustments to the coaster brake system should only be carried out by your specialist dealer If necessary you can ask your specialist dealer to show you how to adjust your c...

Page 41: ...front and rear lights in all models have been officially approved for road usage and come with long lasting energy saving LEDs The lamps cannot be replaced If the lights are faulty you should get them...

Page 42: ...ll times Mounting points for lighting equipment Depending on the bicycle model the headlight is installed either on the head tube above the mudguard or on the fork The rear light is switched on togeth...

Page 43: ...er road users Risk of accident and injury Turn the lights on in low visibility e g when dusk is falling or when riding through woodland Find out which type of dynamo your bicycle is fitted with see Fi...

Page 44: ...amo To switch the lights on press down on the sidewall dynamo from above see Fig On off switch To switch the lights off swivel the sidewall dynamo away from the tyre 6 3 Settings CauTion Dazzling of o...

Page 45: ...gned 2 Loosen screw 2 anti clockwise until it is so loose that the headlight can be tipped forwards and backwards with only slight resistance see Fig Adjusting screws 3 Switch the headlight on 4 Adjus...

Page 46: ...unts of wear and tear The gear cables can become stretched through use In order to avoid premature wear and tear Pedal slowly and without applying force when changing gears Shift down the gears in a t...

Page 47: ...gears but are selected depending on the road The smaller the chainring the higher the pedalling frequency The larger the chainring the lower the pedalling frequency Use the small chain ring for ascent...

Page 48: ...to skew leading to increased wear to chain rings sprockets and the chain Only certain chainring combinations or gears are deemed appropriate for correct usage of the bicycle see Fig Appropriate gear...

Page 49: ...noTiCe Damage to the gear shift system caused by improper use Risk of damage When shifting gears do not pedal hard When shifting gears do not pedal backwards Shift down the gears in a timely fashion...

Page 50: ...t is furthest forward on the left side of the handlebars see Fig Gear lever To select a smaller chainring for ascending stretches of road press down or pull the rear gear lever on the left hand side o...

Page 51: ...e gear shift system caused by incorrect settings Risk of damage Consult your specialist dealer if you have questions about adjusting the gear shift system Specialist expertise are required to adjust t...

Page 52: ...ng If this causes an increase in noises turn the tensioning screw very gradually in the opposite direction until no more noises are heard while riding If you continue to hear noises when shifting gear...

Page 53: ...eck to see if all gears shift into place correctly and that no unusual sounds can be heard when doing so If the gear cables catch when shifting gears or if your hear unusual noises you should ask your...

Page 54: ...p screws on the left side of your bicycle when seen from the direction of travel see Figures Eccentric chain tensioner A or Eccentric chain tensioner B 2 Insert a hooked tool e g an Allen wrench into...

Page 55: ...t dealer to explain how to correctly use the gear hub Find out which gear hub system your bicycle is fitted with note Depending on the bicycle model your bicycle is equipped with a gear hub with or wi...

Page 56: ...the right hand side of the rear wheel on the gear hub housing see Fig Nexus settings 3 Turn the knurled nut in such a way that the marking in the window lies exactly between the lines or arrows 4 Tigh...

Page 57: ...ift to the 6th gear see Fig Twist grip shifter for gear hubs The adjustment screw can be found underneath the handlebar 2 Turn the pedal crank slightly 3 Move the adjustment screw on the twist grip ha...

Page 58: ...cket and chainring Fig Pedal drive 1 Chainring 2 Bottom bracket 3 Pedal 4 Pedal crank 1 3 4 2 8 1 2 operation Push the pedals with your feet in order to set the pedal drive and thus the whole bicycle...

Page 59: ...after riding in the rain or after riding 250 km you should oil the bike chain with universal oil or with another lubricant recommended by the manufacturer Afterwards wipe up any excess lubricant with...

Page 60: ...coaster brakes but not with derailleur gears noTiCe Damage to the belt due to incorrect usage Risk of damage Always make sure that the belt does not become buckled twisted bent backwards turned outwar...

Page 61: ...et the belt tension checked and adjusted regularly by your specialist dealer If the belt tension is not between 14 kg and 20 kg you should get your specialist dealer to adjust it for you 8 3 3 2 Check...

Page 62: ...fitted with either a threadless handlebar stem or a quill stem Check to find out which type of handlebar stem your bicycle is fitted with see Fig Handlebar stems Certain models are fitted with an angl...

Page 63: ...ebar stem 1 Remove the cap on the top of the quill stem in an upwards direction see Fig Handlebar stems right 2 Unscrew the internal screw with 1 to 2 turns in an anti clockwise direction 3 Take hold...

Page 64: ...lockwise direction until you can turn the handlebars away from the front wheel see Fig Head tube note The following step describes how to adjust the head bearing Fig Head tube 1 Screws 2 Cap 3 Threadl...

Page 65: ...You will need two open ended spanners or two headset spanners the spanner size may vary between individual bicycle models 1 Place the bicycle in an upright position 2 Loosen the clamping nuts 3 Tighte...

Page 66: ...saddle so that you can assume a comfortable sitting position easily reach all operating controls on the handlebars and safely reach the ground with your feet 9 2 2 1 Saddle height Warning Incorrect ad...

Page 67: ...k that the seat post is securely tightened To do this sit on the saddle and rock backwards and forwards 7 Check if you can rotate your saddle If you can rotate the seat adjust it using quick release s...

Page 68: ...bars while riding note If your seat post has 2 or 3 screws you can adjust the saddle angle by turning the loosened screws in opposite directions 3 Turn the screw s beneath the saddle in a clockwise di...

Page 69: ...serve the maximum permitted total weight Rear pannier rack 25 kg Pannier rack system 12 kg 9 3 2 Operation Warning Fall caused by incorrectly transported luggage Risk of accident and injury Do not att...

Page 70: ...luggage on the pannier rack Fig Pannier rack with clamp bracket 1 Clamp bracket 1 3 Secure your luggage to the pannier rack by slowly releasing the clamp bracket 9 3 2 2 Pannier rack with bungee cord...

Page 71: ...the wheel hub e g in the lower area of the saddle bag If you use fasteners e g bungee straps or cables make sure that these cannot become caught in any moving parts 9 5 Bell 9 5 1 Basic information A...

Page 72: ...lip the stands downwards 3 Rest the bicycle on the stands 4 Once the bicycle is standing securely let it go 5 Secure the bicycle against theft or unauthorised use 9 6 3 Settings Depending on the bicyc...

Page 73: ...Basic information Quick release mechanisms make it easy for you to quickly remove install or adjust bicycle components without any additional tools Depending on the bicycle model your bicycle may be f...

Page 74: ...2 3 Closing the quick release Turn the quick release lever inwards until it is flush against the seat post If the seat post is not secure adjust the quick release see Chapter Settings on page 75 Fig...

Page 75: ...the quick release and check the seat post wheel is securely tightened 4 Repeat the process until the seat post wheel is secure when the quick release quick release axle is closed 5 If you can close th...

Page 76: ...d suspension can lead to a loss of traction with the ground Risk of accident and injury Ask your specialist dealer to set up the suspension system for you Ask your specialist dealer to explain how to...

Page 77: ...ive times Afterwards wipe up any excess lubricant with a clean cloth If you hear unusual sounds when compressing and decompressing the fork or if the suspension fork gives way without any resistance g...

Page 78: ...ation The operation of the suspension fork depends on your suspension fork type If your suspension fork is fitted with other controls or additional controls than those listed below you should ask your...

Page 79: ...the same level on both sides Consult your specialist dealer if you are unsure about how to adjust the suspension preload Fig Suspension preload 1 Protective dust cap 2 Adjusting dial 1 2 9 8 1 8 adju...

Page 80: ...ion travel distance 4 Push the button labelled Push and hold it down 5 Pull the handlebars upwards The fork will extend The further fork extends out the longer the suspension travel distance will be 6...

Page 81: ...om the manufacturer regarding setting up the system Depending on the bicycle model a rear frame suspension may be fitted to the frame Check to see if your bicycle is fitted with rear frame suspension...

Page 82: ...have an inner tube road bikes are fitted with so called tubular tyres or mountain bikes are fitted with UST tyres Universal System for Tubeless Fig Cross section of a wheel and tyre example 1 Spoke 2...

Page 83: ...ange if obstacles such as kerb edges are ridden over too quickly or if a spoke nipple becomes loose The true running of the wheel and the stability of the rim are reduced if individual spokes are no l...

Page 84: ...ly for signs of damage and wear If you do not have the necessary expertise and the required tools you should ask your specialist dealer to replace damaged or worn tyres Notice Damage caused by fitting...

Page 85: ...pes of valve see Fig Valve types Standard bicycle valve Dunlop held in place with a lock nut 8 5 mm rim hole maximum pressure 6 bar Schrader valve held in place by a metal pin in the valve 8 5 mm rim...

Page 86: ...omfort with a higher rolling resistance The upper limit of the tire inflation pressure is suitable for heavy riders for level road surfaces and provides a low rolling resistance with lower suspension...

Page 87: ...ressure is too low pump the tyres with an air pump If the air pressure is too high release some of the air Select an air pressure within the upper and lower limits given on the tyres and which is appr...

Page 88: ...iding before using the bicycle again see Chapter Gear combinations on page 48 Warning Danger for children or for individuals with insufficient knowledge or abilities Risk of accident and injury Do not...

Page 89: ...discs Read and follow the advice in the enclosed manufacturer s informational leaflets about cleaning individual components 11 2 Disposal If you own an e bike you should also read the original user m...

Page 90: ...90 Inspection report 12 Inspection report What needs special attention during the next inspection What parts should be replaced What problems have been encountered...

Page 91: ...fter approximately 200 km or 2 months Work done Materials installed Second inspection After approximately 1000 km or 1 year Work done Materials installed Third inspection After approximately 2000 km o...

Page 92: ...fter approximately 3000 km or 3 years Work done Materials installed Fifth inspection After approximately 4000 km or 4 years Work done Materials installed Sixth inspection After approximately 5000 km o...

Page 93: ...brakes Coaster brakes None Installed Handlebar stem Threadless handlebar stem Quill handlebar stem Wheels Rim size 24 26 27 5 29 Tyre size Valve type on delivery Express valve Dunlop Presta valve Scla...

Page 94: ...k None Rear Can be fitted Not suitable for pannier racks Bike trailer With the exception of the models AC 300 330 370 and 400 all models are suitable for use with a bike trailer Child seat Suitable fo...

Page 95: ...the customer had been briefed on how to use the bicycle the customer had been informed that an inspection must be carried out after the first 200 km and the customer had been asked to read the user m...

Page 96: ...rol GmbH Schleidenstra e 1 22083 Hamburg Tel 49 0 40 300 3373 730 www hermesworld com This user manual for your bicycle fulfils the requirements and the domain of validity of the DIN EN 4210 and DIN E...

Page 97: ...Notes 97 16 Notes...

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Page 100: ...Sales Hermann Hartje KG Tel 49 0 4251 811 500 info hartje de www hartje de Presented by...

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