MAINTENANCE & SERVICE
WARNING!
Be sure that any problems identified in the maintenance section or otherwise are addressed
immediately. If these problems exist,
DO NOT
ride your electric Fat Trike! Suppose you continue to ignore
loose or damaged components/fasteners. In that case, it will damage the trike and possibly result in a fall
or an injury.
Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure of 30 PSI marked on the tire’s sidewall. Exceeding the
recommended maximum pressure may blow the tire off the rim, damaging the trike and injuring the rider
and bystanders. Tires with low air pressure can cause loss of control issues, with potential injury.
There is a safety risk when using gas station air hoses or other air compressors. These machines aren't
intended for bicycle tires. They move a large volume of air very rapidly and will raise the pressure in your
tire very rapidly, which could cause the tube to explode. Use a floor bicycle pump or a hand bicycle pump.
Underinflated tires can also cause handling problems that could cause tipping over, other loss of control,
and personal injury.
CAUTION:
For your electric Fat Trike to remain safe and reliable, a maintenance schedule is required.
If you’re uncomfortable performing any trike maintenance, you should visit a bike shop for help.
TECH TIP:
The tire PSI information is found on the sidewall of the tires. Electric Fat Trike recommends using
20–30 PSI. Putting more or less PSI will depend on the rider's weight, terrain, and riding preferences.
NOTE:
We highly recommend carrying a spare inner tube(s) when riding your electric Fat Trike. Patching
a tube is an emergency repair. Suppose you do not apply the patch correctly or apply several patches. In that
case, the tube can fail, resulting in you losing control, falling, and possibly being injured. Replace the patched
tube as soon as possible.
All bicycles require regular bike maintenance and service. Electric bikes and trikes require
more care to ensure safety and performance since they have more componentry and
electronics and may be ridden further and faster than conventional bikes.
BEFORE EACH RIDE OR AS A WEEKLY SERVICE
CHECK ALL THE QUICK-RELEASE LEVERS
so that they are tight and secure.
CHECK THE WHEELS
for side-to-side movement (there shouldn't be any).
CHECK THE SPOKES
by squeezing two spokes together. There shouldn’t be any
excessive play between the two spokes.
CHECK THE TIRES
to see if they are at the recommended 20–30 PSI (based on the rider’s
weight, terrain, and riding preferences). Use a bicycle floor pump to add more or less air.
Go to page 18 and learn how to use the Quick-Release Lever or go to page 34 and learn
how to Inflate the Tires.
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