Original User Guide | Pedelec Shimano Steps E8000 Version 1
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1.1.4 Bright, visible clothing
Wear light colored, reflective clothing and accessories, such
as a reflective vest, reflective arm and leg bands, reflective
stripes on your helmet, flashing lights attached to your body
and/or your bike ... any reflective device or light source
that moves will help you get the attention of approaching
motorists, pedestrians and other traffic.
Always wear appropriate shoes that will stay on your feet
and grip the pedals. Make sure that shoe laces do not
get entangled or caught in moving parts, and never ride
barefoot or in sandals.
Always wear protective eyewear, to protect against airborne
dirt, dust and bugs — tinted when the sun is bright, clear
when it’s not.
Always wear bright, reflective and visible clothing that is
not too loose to entangle in the bike or get snagged by ob-
jects on the side of the road or trail
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2.
Protection from theft, manipulation and loss
WARNING
Protect your pedelec from unauthorized access. If third parties alter
components (e.g. the brakes) without your knowledge, you could
be seriously injured. Inspect your pedelec before every trip, and
after each time it has been transported anywhere or has been left
unattended
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If your bike is damaged,
do not ride it again before the damage has been rectified. If your bike
is lost or stolen it will not be replaced under the warranty.
The following measures can help you to protect your pedelec from theft
and manipulation and to recover it if it has been stolen:
Always lock the bike and battery even if you are only leaving
it for a short while. Ideally, the lock(s) should block the
wheel powered by the motor. Do not leave the key in. To
be on the safe side, you can also remove the battery. The
pedelec must also be secured with a lock when it is parked
outside the home (e.g. sheds, basement).
Do not park your pedelec in deserted locations – especially
for long periods. If possible, park your pedelec in manned
private or communal garages or individual bike lockers.
Chain and lock the pedelec to fixed anchors such as a fence
or street lamp to prevent theft.