Original User Guide | Pedelec Shimano Steps E8000 Version 1
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WARNING
Adapt your riding style to the prevailing traffic conditions. You could
fall off and involve yourself and others in a serious accident that
could result in death or serious injury. Take into consideration the
longer braking distances needed on wet or icy roads. Think ahead,
anticipating the actions of other road users and reduce your speed.
Avoid sudden jerky movements of the handlebars and braking actions.
Dismount if you are unsure about a situation.
Ride defensively. Always assume that others do not see you.
Look ahead, and be ready to avoid:
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Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane ahead
of you, or coming up behind you.
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Parked car doors opening.
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Pedestrians stepping out.
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Children or pets playing near the road.
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Pot holes, sewer grating, railroad tracks, expansion joints, road or
sidewalk construction, debris and other obstructions that could
cause you to swerve into traffic, catch your wheel or cause you to
have an accident.
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The many other hazards and distractions which can occur on a
bike ride.
1.
General Safety Information
Comply with the safety and user instructions at the start of the following
sections.
WARNING
By choosing to ride a bike, you assume the responsibility for that
risk, so you need to know — and to practice — the rules of safe and
responsible riding and of proper use and maintenance. Proper use and
maintenance of your bike reduces risk of injury.
We discourage allowing children under the age of 16 years to ride
pedelecs. They may not be able to cope with the speed. It can result in
serious accidents and falls.
Wear a bike helmet. You should always wear a suitable bike helmet for
your own safety. A bike helmet can protect you from severe injuries.
Make sure the helmet is correctly positioned.
Do not ride in unfavorable lighting conditions (fog, rain, dusk, dark-
ness) without adequate lighting
IV.II Lighting, Page US-8
; it can
lead to accidents and serious injuries
1.1.2 Wet weather, Page
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. Avoid wet weather riding where possible.
Keep your hands and other body parts and clothing away from moving
parts. They may get caught or entangled and lead to a fall and/or
other serious injuries.