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Water Bottles

Determine which water bottle looks most  like the one you have and follow the instructions.

WARNING:

  Do not use a water bottle while riding.

Always stop the bicycle before you use the water bottle.

NOTE:  Thoroughly wash any water bottle before you use it.

Install cage and water bottle:

   -  Using the supplied hardware, assemble cage to bicycle
      frame and tighten securely

   -  Make sure the open end of the cage is toward the front of
      the bicycle

   -  Make sure the cage does not touch the crank or pedals

   -  Push water bottle into cage.

Accessories

Bags

Determine which bag looks most like the one you have and follow the instructions.

         WARNING:

  Attach bag as written in these instructions.

   -  Make sure that the accessory does not interfere with the correct movement or operation of the
      steering or brake lever(s).
   -  Make sure the bag does not cover any reflectors.
   -  Do not attach the bag to any other part of the bicycle.
   -  Do not carry any items that could hang down and catch in the front wheel.
   -  Do not carry any items in the bag which weigh more than two pounds.
   -  If the bag has straps, make sure the straps can not get into the front wheel.
   -  Stop the bicycle before you open or close the bag.

Summary of Contents for 1C4880-A01

Page 1: ...ING Check operation of brakes every time before bicycle is ridden The rider must wear a helmet Do not ride at night Check on local bicycle laws before bicycle is ridden Read the entire Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...e This Limited Warranty will be void if the bicycle is ever used in any competitive sport used for stunt riding jumping aerobatics or similar activity installed with a motor or modified in any other w...

Page 3: ...the bicycle itself It is not available from HBC Each HBC bicycle has a Model Serial Number stamped into the frame or printed on a label The Model Serial Number 1 can be found on the bottom of the cran...

Page 4: ...ritten in this manual and any Special Instructions supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle To determine the correct size of bicyc...

Page 5: ...of the road in a single file and in a straight line Be aware of drain grates soft road edges gravel or sand pot holes or ruts wet leaves or uneven paving Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of contro...

Page 6: ...f the carton and packaging until you complete the assembly of the bicycle This can prevent accidentally discarding parts of the bicycle NOTE All of the directions right left front rear etc in this man...

Page 7: ...he brake shoe to the correct position as written in the Caliper Brake System adjustments section NOTE If the bicycle does not use nuts 7 to attach the front wheel go to Step 3 Put each fender brace 5...

Page 8: ...ing nut back on the quick release mechanism Do not tighten the adjusting nut at this time 4 Assemble the front wheel to the fork NOTE The words open and close are on opposite sides of the quick releas...

Page 9: ...n the adjusting nut with the other hand Tighten or loosen the adjusting nut by hand so that you first feel resistance to the quick release lever when it is parallel with the axle Put the wheel in the...

Page 10: ...re riding the bicycle Especially after parking in a public place always check that the quick release mechanism is properly installed and tightened If you are not certain that the quick release mechani...

Page 11: ...n or it will not operate correctly Snap In Style Push the reflector 1 onto the reflector bracket 2 Make sure the stud 3 on the reflector goes into the hole 4 of the bracket with a snap sound Screw In...

Page 12: ...Some models may already have the brackets and reflectors installed If the reflector is not installed refer to the Front Reflector Bracket and Clear Reflector Assembly section Determine which type of...

Page 13: ...king nut 10 If necessary adjust the angle of the front reflector bracket so the clear reflector is vertical perpendicular to the ground Handlebar Mount Style 1 and Style 2 1 Assemble to the handlebar...

Page 14: ...ARNING Install the red reflector exactly as shown or it will not operate correctly Snap In Style Push the reflector 1 onto the reflector bracket 2 Make sure the stud 3 on the reflector goes into the h...

Page 15: ...ve and its mounting location and then follow the instructions for that style Seat Post Seat Post 1 Assemble the reflector bracket to the seat post NOTE If the reflector bracket is too large for the se...

Page 16: ...damp cloth Style 1 Bolt and nut 1 Assemble a reflector between the spokes of each wheel NOTE If the bicycle has a wheel disc put the reflector in the notch of the wheel disc The notch is shaped so the...

Page 17: ...rs are incorrectly installed damaged or missing Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles Dirty ref...

Page 18: ...nt steering system damage and possible loss of control the MIN IN minimum insertion mark 3 on the stem must be inside the locknut Tighten the stem bolt 4 just enough that the stem will not fall into t...

Page 19: ...y slip while wet Allow the grips to completely dry before riding the bicycle Wet the handlebar and the inside of each grip 1 with the soap mixture Using a twisting motion push each grip fully on the h...

Page 20: ...el 6 Test the tightness of the handlebar clamp Hold the bicycle stationary and try to move the ends of the handlebar forward or backward If the handlebar moves loosen the bolt s of the handlebar clamp...

Page 21: ...he clamp bolt tighter than before If the handlebar moves in the stem loosen the stem clamp reposition the handlebar and tighten the handlebar clamp tighter than before Do this test again until the han...

Page 22: ...sure the raised edge is against the top of the seat tube 2 Assemble the seat to the seat post or seat pillar The bicycle may have a seat post or seat pillar Determine which style you have and follow t...

Page 23: ...lease lever CAUTION Operate the quick release lever by hand only Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to t...

Page 24: ...moves in the seat tube Loosen the bolt and nut If you have a quick release lever move it to the open position Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the bolt and nut or quick release tighter...

Page 25: ...marked L has left hand threads Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction 1 Turn the right pedal marked R 1 into the right side of the crank and the left pedal marked L 2 into the left side of the cr...

Page 26: ...sition and tighten the nut 2 Test the tightness of each brake shoe Try to move each brake shoe out of position If a brake shoe moves do Step 1 again but tighten the nut tighter than before Do this tes...

Page 27: ...ake hit downward lightly on the return spring of the brake shoe that is farther away from the rim Make sure both ends of the return spring stay hooked around the inside edge or between the studs on th...

Page 28: ...of the sheath are fully recessed in the brake lever sheath stops if equipped and brakes If not install sheath in correct position and do Step 3 again Do this test again until the sheath is in the cor...

Page 29: ...ake Noise Caliper Brake Only It is common for caliper brakes to make noise or squeak when in use This noise does not normally indicate a brake problem The noise may be reduced by following the instruc...

Page 30: ...be thrown off the bicycle Make a habit of always using both brakes to stop the bicycle Always try to brake while going in a straight line If you must brake while turning when the pavement is wet or i...

Page 31: ...rank or pedals Push water bottle into cage Accessories Bags Determine which bag looks most like the one you have and follow the instructions WARNING Attach bag as written in these instructions Make su...

Page 32: ...e tube and push together Saddle Bag Attach the bag to the bottom of the seat and to the seat post or seat pillar Put the bag against the bottom of the seat 9 Wrap the fasteners around the seat post or...

Page 33: ...e the kickstand to the bicycle frame Put the kickstand 1 under the bicycle frame Assemble the hardware to the kickstand and the bicycle frame Align the kickstand with the bicycle frame Tighten hardwar...

Page 34: ...ain noise after the shift turn the rear shift control a small amount to trim the rear derailleur CAUTION Do not force the shift levers Shift only when pedaling forward and without strong force Do not...

Page 35: ...ket 6 and shift the chain on the rear sprocket cluster These gear combinations are middle range which overlap some of the higher and some of the lower gear combinations General Adjustments These instr...

Page 36: ...ift control If the shift cable is sharply bent rusted or has broken strands replace it Do the Rear Derailleur Adjustments if The chain will not shift onto all the rear sprockets The chain comes off th...

Page 37: ...chain should move from the smallest rear sprocket to the next larger rear sprocket Turn the adjusting barrel as needed so the chain moves exactly on to the second rear sprocket and does not rub jump...

Page 38: ...ualified professional at a bicycle service shop before riding the bicycle again NOTE Have a bicycle service shop make any repairs or adjustments for which you do not have the correct tools or if the i...

Page 39: ...Use a hand or a foot pump to inflate the inner tubes Service station meter regulated air hoses are also acceptable The correct inflation pressure is shown on the tire sidewall If two inflation pressu...

Page 40: ...six months Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each brake lever Caliper Brakes every six months Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each caliper brake Lubrication Cantilever every six mon...

Page 41: ...y hand The bearings are correctly adjusted if The wheel spins freely and easily The weight of the spoke reflector when you put it toward the front or rear of the bicycle causes the wheel to spin back...

Page 42: ...Rear Brake Lever 13 xxxxx CALR Rear Caliper Brake 14 xxxxx BC Rear Brake Cable and Sheath 15 xxxxx HDFB Front Brake Lever 16 xxxxx CALF Front Caliper Brake 17 xxxxx BC Front Brake Cable and Sheath 18...

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Page 44: ...We recommend the following internet sites for helpful information on bicycle assembly repair and adjustment www bicyclerepairshop com members aol com biketune...

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