Gazelle Easyflow HMS, User Manual

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Using the bike
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Test the range of the bicycle under different conditions
before you plan a longer trip that requires more from your
battery.
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Test the riding and steering behaviour. Once you feel more
confident, you can cycle on busier roads. For this also con-
sult the following section ’Cycling in traffic’.
3.10.3 Cycling in traffic
Before cycling in traffic take the following into consideration:
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In some countries it is compulsory to wear a helmet when
cycling. Make sure you are aware of the national, regional
and local safety regulations before using the bicycle
(EN 1078 - Helmets for cyclist, etc.).
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You must be aware of the local regulations regarding the
use of this bicycle.
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Wear well-fitting clothing. Ensure that loose-fitting clothing
cannot end up in moving or rotating parts of the bicycle.
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Wear good shoes. They must not be open and must have a
good tread. Under certain weather conditions, the pedals
can get slippery.
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Ensure that you are well visible at all times. Therefore wear
suitable clothing.
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Ensure that your luggage is secured in such a way that it
cannot end up between moving or rotating parts.
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Ensure that children are properly buckled in with the belt.
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When cycling, always remain alert and do not get dis-
tracted.
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Do not carry a mobile phone or other device in your hand
when cycling.
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Use generally applicable hand signals for indicating any
changes in direction.
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Do not use the bicycle if under the influence of drugs, med-
icine, alcohol or other substances that could affect your
cycling ability.
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Only use accessories after consulting your Gazelle service
specialist. Damage can be caused by parts that do not fit
properly.
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After a fall, always have your bicycle checked by your
Gazelle service specialist.
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If your bicycle has fallen and your frame or some other part
has become distorted, you should never try to bend it back
to shape. The materials may have become (invisibly) dam-
aged such that there is a significant risk that it will break at
some point. If your frame has become distorted it will be
necessary to replace it. Have your Gazelle service special-
ist advise you on this.
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DANGER
" Carefully read the below instructions
and ensure that you understand them before
cycling in traffic.