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V. MAINTENANCE
V. MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Always check that your fenders are properly secured: with
Loctite™ threadlocker or Nyloc™ fasteners to their recommended torque.
If your can feel them rubbing on your tire, or something feels loose, take
your Faraday to a licensed bicycle mechanic for adjustment.
KICKSTAND
If you live in the city, need to carry things on your bike, and plan to make
frequent stops, then a kickstand is almost certainly necessary. That’s why we
include a high-quality kickstand with every Faraday.
To Deploy & Retract:
Lift the rear of the bike by the saddle until the kickstand
is clear off the ground. Give the stand a swipe with your foot until it snaps in
place. Easy, right?
Take extra care when using your kickstand:
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Be careful when loading your bike with the kickstand deployed; your cargo
may cause the bike to tip over.
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NEVER allow your child to climb into an installed child seat while the
kickstand is deployed. They could fall and become seriously injured.
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NEVER sit on the saddle with the kickstand deployed. It is not designed to
support your weight.
“NO-GO” ZONES
You may have noticed a few access panels on your Faraday secured with plates
and screws. These are part of the five “no-go” zones: 1. The controller housing
side-panels; 2. the seat tube access port; 3. the bottom bracket access port; 4.
the battery retention screws; and 5. the front motor case. These are only to be
accessed or serviced by a licensed Faraday mechanic.
WARNING:
Removing these plates, the motor case, or batteries will void
your warranty; tampering with the covers or the electronics they house
may result in irreparable damage to your bicycle.