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1. Check that the blots/nuts on the calipers are tightened
enough
.
Check the bolts and nuts on both brakes.
2. Center the brake pad position:
With V-brakes, loosen the fixing bolt (6) on the brake caliper (4)
and adjust the calipers so that the distance between the rim (3)
and both calipers is even. With caliper brakes, adjust the brake
pads (2) with a spring. Make sure both ends are hooked to the
inner side or the pins on the calipers. Squeeze the brake lever
twice. If the distance between the rims and both calipers is not
even, repeat this step.
3. Setting the correct distance:
The distance between the rim and the brake pad should be 0.1
–
0.2 cm. The distance is set with the adjusting bolt on the brake
lever or the brake caliper. If it is not possible to set the distance
correctly, press the rim and loosen the fixing bolt (6). Adjust the
brake pads so that the distance between them and the rims is 0.1
– 0.2 cm. Then tighten the brake cable – be careful not to misalign
the brake calipers. Finally, tighten the fixing bolt, squeeze the
brake lever and check the brake function. Release the fixing nut
if necessary, tighten/loosen the cable and tighten the bolt again.
V-brakes
Caliper brake
WARNING! Do not tighten the bolt too much. The cable could get severed which could lead to
the rider falling during the ride and injuring themselves or others.
Repeat the steps if the distance between the rim and the calipers is not optimal. Do not forget to secure
all the adjusting bolts with safety nuts.
WARNING!
For safety reasons, do not adjust the brakes when the wheel is not centered. You could
decrease the effectivity of the brake system. In this case, contact the customer service.
4. Inspecting the Bowden cable:
Make sure the Bowden cable is bound to the brake lever and the adjusting bolts. If this is not the case,
repeat step 3.
5. Make sure the clamp is secure:
Squeeze the brake levers with maximum force and make sure the cable doesn’t slide out of the clamp.
If the cable is not fixed properly, repeat steps 3 and 4 and tighten the bolt more. Check again and repeat
if necessary.
6. Adjust the brake lever position on the handlebar:
Adjust the brake lever distance with the adjusting bolt (if possible). The distance between the brake lever
and the handlebar should not be more than 8 cm.
7. Check the brake lever function:
Squeeze the lever with maximum force. If the brake lever touches the handlebar, repeat steps 1
– 7.
WARNING!
If repeating the steps does not help, contact the customer service.
REDUCING THE NOISE IN CALIPER BRAKES:
Caliper brakes may creak or make other noises during braking. This is usually not caused by defect. If
you want to reduce the noise level, read the following instructions:
Make sure that the brake is correctly set. Use a wrench to adjust the brake pads into the correct position
(the brake pad surface touches the rim fully).