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OWNERS MANUAL

Even if you have ridden a bicycle for years, it is important for

EVERY

person to read Chapter 1 before you ride your new bicycle.

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Summary of Contents for Townie GO!

Page 1: ...OWNERS MANUAL Even if you have ridden a bicycle for years it is important for EVERY person to read Chapter 1 before you ride your new bicycle...

Page 2: ...bicycle For updates to this manual visit the Electra website If you have questions after you read this manual consult your retailer If you have a question or problem that your retailer cannot answer o...

Page 3: ...an be fun when used for transportation recreation exercise or competition But a bicycle can also be dangerous especially if you try to ride beyond the limits of your bicycle or the limits of your abil...

Page 4: ...tice again after any change to your bicycle If your bicycle does not operate as you need or if different parts are necessary for the safe operation of your bicycle it may be possible to customize it C...

Page 5: ...er for inspection and service Life span of a bicycle and its parts Bicycles are not indestructible and their parts will not last forever If your use of a bicycle increases the forces on it through har...

Page 6: ...rom side to side Make sure grips are secure and that the ends of the handlebar are covered or that plugs are correctly inserted into the ends of the handlebar WARNING A handlebar end that is not plugg...

Page 7: ...d disc get very hot during use and could burn skin Also the disc edges can be sharp and could cut skin Do not touch the disc or disc brake when hot or when the disc turns If you are not familiar with...

Page 8: ...thing on your bicycle Make sure any lights operate correctly and that batteries are charged If the lights use a dynamo make sure the dynamo is mounted correctly and cannot move Some countries localiti...

Page 9: ...n a rut and cause you to lose control When you go across railroad tracks or drain grates ride carefully at a 90 angle Figure 1 9 If you are not sure of the surface conditions walk with your bicycle We...

Page 10: ...ecified for your bicycle type Ride carefully when off road Ride only on the trails Do not ride over rocks branches or depressions When you approach a descent decrease your speed move your weight low a...

Page 11: ...u should shift to the gear combination that is most comfortable for the conditions a gear that lets you to pedal at a constant rate There are two shifting systems derailleur external and internal Tosh...

Page 12: ...oot on the drive pedal At a signal from the captain the captain uses the foot on the ground to push off and both riders immediately start pedaling After a few pedal strokes the tandem will become more...

Page 13: ...se damage to the paint or moving parts Every three months clean and polish the frame finish Some finishes do not require polish If you are not certain consult your retailer Avoid heat Excessive heat m...

Page 14: ...e this partial list Physically altering existing parts sanding filing drilling etc Removing safety equipment such as reflectors or secondary retention devices Using adapters for brake systems Adding a...

Page 15: ...Your Townie GO pedelec uses a Li Ion Lithium Ion battery This battery should be handled gently It also has special requirements for charging recycling and traveling These requirements are explained i...

Page 16: ...se wheel attachment systems Condition 1 1 Riding on a paved surface where the tires are always on the ground 300 lb 136 kg Cruiser with large 26 tires and swept back handlebar Standard pedelec electri...

Page 17: ...open end wrenches 15 mm box end wrench Socket wrench 14 15 and 19 mm socket T25 Torx wrench No 1 phillips head screwdriver Bicycle inner tube patch kit tire pump with gauge and tire levers Maintenance...

Page 18: ...often written on or near the bolt on the part If the part does not have a specification on it check this manual or ask your retailer Use a torque wrench Make sure you do not apply too much or too lit...

Page 19: ...ut the minimum insertion mark must be in the frame Figure 3 3 4 Tighten the expander bolt to the specifications on the stem or to 97 124 lb in 11 14 Nm WARNING A stem that is too high can cause damage...

Page 20: ...lvic area can cause injury to your nerves or blood vessels If your saddle causes pain or numbness adjust the saddle position If your saddle still causes pain or numbness consult your retailer about a...

Page 21: ...ng the seatpost to add comfort and to adjust the distance from the handlebar but the flat portion of the rails Figure 3 8 must remain completely within the saddle clamp 1 Loosen the saddle clamp bolt...

Page 22: ...on 1 Move the rear derailleur to the smallest rear cog 2 Turn the high gear limit screw identified with an H counterclockwise until it can not stop the movement of the derailleur 3 Turn the crankarms...

Page 23: ...shift lever for one click 3 Make sure the chain moves smoothly to the second smallest gear If the chain makes too much noise or does not change gears slightly turn the barrel adjuster Change the gear...

Page 24: ...hree turns For the renier brake lever after loosening the clamp bolt leave the hex wrench in the bolt and Chapter3 Inspectionandadjustment lightly tap it with a mallet to loosen the wedge 3 Move the l...

Page 25: ...ure 3 19 Road or caliper brakes Figure 3 20 Disc brake brake pads apply pressure to a disc mounted to the hub of the wheel Figure 3 21 The pressure is controlled with a hand lever that is connected to...

Page 26: ...djuster is on the lever For caliper systems Figure 3 20 the barrel adjuster is on the brake itself To increase the clearance between the brake pad and rim turn the barrel adjuster clockwise To decreas...

Page 27: ...le align the washer flats with the hole in the cog joint bracket and slide the gear cable clamp bolt into the bracket Disc brakes When the wheel is out of the frame do not operate the brake lever With...

Page 28: ...fall Regularly check your rims Replace a rim that is worn Whenever you change a tire or tube inspect the rim tire and rim strip This inspection is intended to remove the cause of a puncture or flat t...

Page 29: ...s For more information about the correct opening and closing forces on an quick release lever read the Actual Measurements Some bicycles that are equipped with a quick release lever also have a disc b...

Page 30: ...aries according to the attachment type For each attachment type the wheel or the disc must pass by the brake and a rear wheel must engage the chain These instructions discuss a front wheel Toinstallaw...

Page 31: ...ctsize When you purchase spare tires tubes rim strips or other replacements use the size written on the side of the tire or consult your retailer Torepairatubeleak Apply a patch to the puncture on the...

Page 32: ...h the tube between the rim and the tire Figure 3 38 8 Push the base of the valve stem up into the tire so that it is not caught between the tire bead and the rim 9 Inflate the tire to about half press...

Page 33: ...ride your bicycle The adjustment of the bottom bracket requires special tools and training Take your bicycle to your retailer for service because only your retailer should adjust bearings Headset The...

Page 34: ...aded frame fittings with 5mm screws that are long enough to provide at least 5mm of thread engagement Tighten screws to 4 6 Nm 35 53 lb in Check the screws once a month As with any other bike part do...

Page 35: ...luding the fork attach The fork holds the front wheel and is controlled or steered by the handlebar The maintenance of the frameset is critical to your safety Before attempting any work on the frame f...

Page 36: ...Each month inspect the chainstay guard on your frame Make sure the chainstay guard is installed correctly and securely attached If it is dislodged or damaged have your retailer install a replacement E...

Page 37: ...retailer should do this Chain Each month apply lubricant to the chain Always place a rag behind the chain to prevent lubricant on other parts of the bicycle After you apply lubricant wipe off the exce...

Page 38: ...aining are necessary so only your retailer should do this Toinstallacable 1 Before you remove the used cable note its path on the frame Loosen the cable clamp bolt and remove the worn cable 2 Apply gr...

Page 39: ...ried 20251 Hamburg 49 40 55 00 60 60 www electrabike com PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online at http www electrabike com support product registration to validate your warranty and sign up for importa...

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