Merida City Bikes Operating Instructions Manual Download

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Suspension

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Glossary

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Suspension forks

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Adjusting the spring rate

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Adjusting the damping

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Lockout

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Maintenance

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Suspension seat posts

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Riding a MERIDA pedelec – Special features

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Riding with drive assistance

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Range – Useful information for a long ride

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Riding without drive assistance

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Riding a MERIDA speed pedelec – Special features

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Useful information for proper handling of the rechargeable battery

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Kids’ bikes

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Useful information for parents

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Adjustment

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Lighting system

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Rear light

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Front lamp

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Bottle dynamo

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Hub dynamo

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Battery-powered lighting

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Things worth knowing about your MERIDA bike

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Cycling helmets and glasses

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Clothing

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The pedals and the shoes

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Accessories

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Bar ends

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Bicycle locks

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Puncture kit

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Cycle computers

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Kickstand

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Mudguards/wheel protections

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Transporting baggage

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Taking children with you

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Child seats

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Child trailers

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Kids’ bike towing devices/trailer systems

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Transporting the MERIDA bike or pedelec

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By car

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By public transport

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What to bear in mind when transporting your MERIDA pedelec

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By car

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By train / By public transport

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By plane

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General notes on care and servicing

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Maintenance and servicing

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Cleaning and caring for your MERIDA bike or pedelec

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Safekeeping and storing your MERIDA bike

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Servicing MERIDA speed pedelecs – Special features

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Drive maintenance and care

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Service and maintenance schedule

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Recommended torque settings

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Recommended torque settings for disc brakes

and hydraulic rim brakes

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Legal requirements for riding on public roads

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Warranty and guarantee

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A note on wear

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Guarantee on MERIDA bikes

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Service schedule

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Bike card

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Handover report

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EC declaration of conformity

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Summary of Contents for City Bikes

Page 1: ...EKKING BIKES EN 14764 KIDS BIKES EN 14765 PEDELEC E BIKE EPAC EN 15194 Read at least pages 12 19 before your first ride Perform the functional check on pages 19 22 before every ride Observe the chapter Intended use the service schedule the bike card and the handover report ...

Page 2: ...axle Rim Tire Spoke Hub Valve Frame 1 Top tube 2 Seat tube 3 Down tube Saddle Seat post Seat post clamp Rear brake Rotor Front derailleur Cassette sprockets Rear derailleur Chain Chainwheel Crank Pedal 4 Chainstay 5 Rear stay 6 Head tube Suspension fork I Fork crown II Stanchion tube III Lower leg IV Drop out 1 2 3 4 5 6 I IV III II ...

Page 3: ...tube 2 Down tube 3 Seat tube Saddle Seat post Seat post clamp Pannier rack Rear light Mudguard Wheel lock Rear brake Rotor Kickstand Cassette sprockets Rear derailleur Chain Crank Pedal 4 Chainstay 5 Rear stay 6 Head tube Suspension fork I Fork crown II Stanchion tube III Lower leg IV Drop out 1 2 3 4 5 6 I IV III II a Motor b Rechargeable battery c Display and command console a b c ...

Page 4: ...ainstay Saddle Suspension seat post Seat post clamp Rear light Pannier rack Mudguard Wheel lock Rear brake Rotor Internal gear hub Kickstand Chain Crank Pedal 4 Rear stay 5 Head tube Suspension fork I Fork crown II Stanchion tube III Lower leg IV Drop out 1 2 3 4 5 I IV III II a b c a Motor b Rechargeable battery c Display and command console Component description MERIDA pedelec ...

Page 5: ...any form or by any means electronic mechanical by hand or otherwise for anoth er business purpose without prior written permission of Zedler Institut für Fahrradtechnik und Sicherheit GmbH Text concept photos and graphic design Zedler Institut für Fahrradtechnik und Sicherheit GmbH www zedler de A It is essential to also observe the instructions of the component manufacturers on this MERIDA CD ROM...

Page 6: ...re to aft position and horizontal tilt of the saddle 33 Adjusting saddle position and tilt 34 Adjusting the brake lever reach 36 Adjusting the tilt of the handlebars and brake levers 37 The brake system 38 Rim brakes 40 V brakes and cantilever brakes 40 Hydraulic rim brakes 41 Disc brakes 43 Hydraulic disc brakes 44 Mechanical disc brakes 44 Roller drum and back pedal brakes 45 The gears 46 Derail...

Page 7: ...computers 85 Kickstand 85 Mudguards wheel protections 86 Transporting baggage 86 Taking children with you 87 Child seats 87 Child trailers 88 Kids bike towing devices trailer systems 88 Transporting the MERIDA bike or pedelec 90 By car 90 By public transport 91 What to bear in mind when transporting your MERIDA pedelec 92 By car 92 By train By public transport 93 By plane 93 General notes on care ...

Page 8: ...be used in general descriptions if this refers to city trekking and pedelecs Pay particular attention to the following symbols G This symbol indicates an imminent risk to your life or health unless you comply with the instructions given or take preventive measures A This symbol warns you of wrongdoings which may result in damage to property and the en vironment I This symbol provides you with info...

Page 9: ...e requirements of the European standards EN 14764 for city and trekking bicycles EN 14765 for bicy cles for young children and EN 15194 for pedelecs Also observe the system instructions of the drive manu facturers and the instructions of the component manu facturers which you can find on this MERIDA CD ROM General safety instructions Dear MERIDA customer In purchasing this MERIDA bike e f you have...

Page 10: ... For some jobs you may require additional special tools or supplementary in structions This manual cannot teach you the skills of a bicycle mechanic I This MERIDA CD ROM includes the system instructions of your drive manufacturer the instructions of the component manufacturers as well as the relevant web links Before you set off let us point out a few things to you that are very important to every...

Page 11: ... forest and in the open countryside Only use your pedelec on signposted well maintained trails and hard surface roads Always bear in mind that you travel rapidly and quietly when you are riding a MERIDA pedelec Do not startle pedestrians or other cyclists Always make others aware of your presence well ahead of time and by ringing your bell or make use of the brakes so as to avoid accidents Familia...

Page 12: ...egory are designed for riding on hard surface roads c where the wheels remain in permanent contact to the ground The rider s maximum weight incl baggage and bike should not exceed 135 kg Under certain circumstances this per missible maximum weight can be further limited by the component manufacturers recommendations for use G For your own safety do not overestimate your riding skills Please note t...

Page 13: ...MERIDA pedelecs have a pushing aid h which provides assistance during pushing even without pedal ing up to a speed of 6 kmh Your MERIDA pedelec is designed for a maximum overall weight including rider baggage and MERIDA pedelec The overall weight is 140 kg Speed pedelecs Speed pedelecs are bicycles with auxiliary motor which provide assistance to the rider even beyond a speed of 25 kmh as long as ...

Page 14: ...hapter Riding a MERIDA speed pedelec Special features Most of the MERIDA speed pedelecs are designed for cycling exclusively on lanes and roads with a smooth surface b Only use trails that are allowed for speed pedelecs e bikes Typical MERIDA speed pedelecs are generally not suitable for off road use Using MERIDA speed pedelecs off road can result in crashes with un foreseeable consequences Your M...

Page 15: ...ts These require ments may vary in each country The fittings of your MERIDA bike are therefore not necessarily com plete e Ask your MERIDA dealer concerning the laws and regulations applicable in your country or in the country you intend to use your MERIDA bike Have your MERIDA bike equipped accordingly before us ing it on public roads For more information see the chapter Legal re quirements for r...

Page 16: ...ler to explain you the pedals For more information see the chapter The pedals and the shoes and the instructions of the compo nent manufacturers on this MERIDA CD ROM 6 If you have bought a MERIDA bike with suspen sion d e you should ask your MERIDA dealer to adjust the suspension mechanism to your needs before delivery Improperly adjusted suspension components are liable to malfunction or damage ...

Page 17: ...e towing a trailer f with your MERIDA city trekking bike contact your MERIDA dealer A Before mounting a child seat have a look at the bike card and contact your MERIDA dealer Additional information Before your first ride with your MERIDA pedelec 1 Have you ridden a pedelec yet Please note the par ticular riding characteristics of this revolutionary hy brid drive concept Set off for your first ride...

Page 18: ...on sudden ly and result in an uncontrolled start of your MERIDA pedelec Risk of an accident H Pulling the brake lever of the rear brake stops the motor Emergency stop H We recommend that you charge your battery only during the day and only in dry rooms which have a smoke or a fire detector but not in your bedroom Place the battery during the charging process on a big non inflammable plate made of ...

Page 19: ...uring production and a final check has been carried out by your MERIDA dealer Nevertheless be sure to check the following points to exclude any malfunctioning that may be due to the transport of your MERIDA bike or to changes a third person may have performed on your MERIDA bike before delivery 1 Are the quick release levers g or bolted connec tions of the front and rear wheel the seat post and ot...

Page 20: ...nent manufacturers on this MERIDA CD ROM 5 Let your MERIDA bike bounce on the ground from a small height If there is any rattling see where it comes from Check the bearings and bolted connec tions if necessary Tighten them slightly if neces sary 6 In case you have a MERIDA bike with suspension press down on your MERIDA bike and see whether the spring elements retract and extend as usual b For more...

Page 21: ...A bike regularly In cases of doubt it is always best to replace components Additional information Before every ride with your MERIDA pedelec 1 Are the connections of the rechargeable battery the drive HMI or the command console and the drive f correctly plugged For more information see the system instructions of your drive manufacturer on this MERIDA CD ROM 2 Is your battery fully charged Remember...

Page 22: ...ther the rims are still centered with respect to the frame or fork Spin the wheels and observe the gap either between brake pads and rim sides or between frame and tire If you have rim brakes and the width of the gap changes markedly and you have no way to true the rim where you are you need to open the brakes a little with the special device so that the rim can run between the brake pads without ...

Page 23: ...eur can throw off the chain thus interrupting the drive of your MERIDA bike For more information see the chapter The gears and the instructions of the component manufactur ers on this MERIDA CD ROM 4 Make sure the saddle is not twisted by using the top tube f or the bottom bracket shell as a reference If necessary open the clamping realign the saddle and retighten the clamping g For more informati...

Page 24: ...ular the limit stop of the rear derailleur after a fall or if your MERIDA bike has toppled over Additional information After an accident with your MERIDA pedelec 1 Check the rechargeable battery a c If the re chargeable battery is no longer properly in its holder or shows any damage do not use your MERIDA pedelec any longer at least not in the assistance mode Switch off the drive and the rechargea...

Page 25: ...adjustments assembly and disassembly Be sure to check whether all quick releases are tight before you set off on your MERIDA bike Quick releases should be handled with greatest care as they affect your safety directly Practice the proper use of quick releases to avoid any accidents Quick release mechanisms essentially consist of two operative elements 1 The hand lever g on one side of the hub whic...

Page 26: ... lease Open the quick release You should now be able to read Open b on the lever Make sure the component to be fastened is in the accurate position For more information see the chapters Adjusting the MERIDA bike to the rider and The wheels and the tires and the instructions of the component manufac turers on this MERIDA CD ROM Move the lever back as if to close it Now you should be able to read Cl...

Page 27: ...ng the MERIDA bike to the rider Your body height and proportions are decisive for the frame size of your MERIDA bike Pay particular attention to the fact that there is enough clearance between your crotch and the top tube so that you do not hurt yourself when you have to get off your bike quickly By choosing a specific type of bike you roughly deter mine the posture you will be riding in f g Howev...

Page 28: ...correct height The correct saddle height depends on the length of your legs When pedaling the ball of your foot should be po sitioned above the center of the pedal axle With your feet in this position you should not be able to stretch your legs completely straight at the lowest point other wise your pedaling will become awkward a Check the height of your saddle with flat soled shoes This is best d...

Page 29: ...the ground safely while sitting on the saddle by stretching your feet to the floor If not you should lower the saddle until you can at least to begin with G Never apply grease or oil into a seat tube of a frame made of carbon unless an alloy sleeve is inside the frame If you mount a carbon seat post do not put any grease on it even if the frame is made of metal Once greased carbon components may n...

Page 30: ... your MERIDA dealer G The stem a is one of the load bearing parts of your MERIDA bike Changes to it can im pair your safety If you are in doubt or if you have any questions contact your MERIDA dealer G These routines require a certain amount of manual skill and special tools Ask your MERIDA dealer to explain you both function and adjustment of your stem or let him do that work G The bolted connect...

Page 31: ...all steps 0 5 Nm increments and check the proper fit of the component in between Never exceed the maximum torque value indicated by the manufacturer You will find the prescribed values in the chapter Recommended torque settings directly on the components and or in the operating instructions of the component manufacturers on this MERIDA CD ROM Check the seat of the stem by taking the front wheel be...

Page 32: ...the stem changes the position of handlebars brake levers and shifters Readjust these components as described in the chapter Adjusting the tilt of the handlebars and brake levers Stems for threadless systems the Aheadset system In the case of MERIDA bikes with Aheadset headsets the stem also serves to adjust the bearing preload If you change the position of the stem you have to readjust the bearing...

Page 33: ...of your stem or still better let him do that work G In the case of turned stems it is possible that the cables are too short In this case riding can be unsafe If in doubt ask your MERIDA dealer G When removing spacers the fork steerer tube must be shortened This change is irrevers ible The shortening should be carried out by your MERIDA dealer but only after you have found your preferred position ...

Page 34: ...Read them carefully before adjusting the position of your saddle If you are in doubt or if you have any ques tions contact your MERIDA dealer Adjusting saddle position and tilt With patent seat posts a one central Allen bolt secures the clamping mechanism which controls the tilt and the horizontal position of the saddle Some seat posts have two bolts side by side Release the bolt s at the top of t...

Page 35: ...ned clockwise and the front bolt has to be released if nec essary Check the strength while you press with your hands alternate at the top and back of the saddle The saddle may not move f G Poorly tightened or loosening bolts can fail Risk of an accident G Check the bolts by using a torque wrench g once a month according to the values indicat ed directly on the components and or in the instructions...

Page 36: ...ting the brake lever reach With most brake systems the distance between the brake levers and the handlebar grips is adjustable This gives in particular riders with small hands the conve nience of bringing the brake levers closer to the handle bars c On most bikes there is a small adjusting screw near the point where the brake cable of a cable brake enters the brake lever unit or at the lever itsel...

Page 37: ...the stem g and tighten the bolt a little more if necessary Use a torque wrench and never exceed the maximum torque values You find them directly on the components and or in the instructions of the component manufacturers on this MERIDA CD ROM If the handlebars are not tight with the prescribed torque value use carbon assembly paste After adjusting the handlebars you need to adjust the brake lever ...

Page 38: ... MERIDA bike If necessary contact your MERIDA dealer before mounting The brake system Brakes c d are used to adjust your speed to the sur rounding terrain and traffic In an emergency situation the brakes must bring your MERIDA bike to a halt as quickly as possible In the event of such emergency brakings the rider s weight shifts forward abruptly thus reducing the load on the rear wheel The rate of...

Page 39: ...t brake Have a look at the bike card and check whether the brake lever of the front brake is on the side you are used to right or left If it is not ask your MERIDA dealer to switch the brake levers before you set off for the first time G Be careful while getting used to the brakes Practice emergency stops in a place clear of traffic until you are comfortable controlling your MERIDA bike This can s...

Page 40: ...the respective manufacturer See your MERIDA dealer and ask them to examine the remaining thickness of the rims when you have worn through your second set of brake pads at the latest He has special measuring devices to determine the remain ing thickness of the rims The brake pads must hit the rim simultaneously first touching it with the front portion of their surface At the moment of first contact...

Page 41: ...ew the knurled slot ted adjusting bolt by a few turns This reduces the free travel of the brake lever Keeping the adjusting bolt firm tighten the lock ring against the brake lever unit This prevents the adjusting bolt from coming loose by itself Ensure that the slot of the bolt faces neither forward nor upward as this would permit water or dirt to enter more easily G Always test the brakes functio...

Page 42: ...r second set of brake pads He has special measuring devices to determine the remaining thickness of the rims d The brake pads must hit the rim simultaneously and in parallel e This setting is to prevent the brake pads from screeching when applied The brake lever must always remain clear of the han dlebars You should not even be able to pull them all the way to the handlebars in the event of an eme...

Page 43: ... lever unit Actuating the brake lever compresses the hydraulic pistons through hydraulic pressure or me chanically pushing the brake pads against the rotor The friction generated by braking causes wear to the brake pads as well as to the rotors Frequent rides in the rain and dirt and over hilly terrain can accelerate wear on both braking surfaces Depending on the manufac turer and the model there ...

Page 44: ...er G Loose connections or leaky brake lines dras tically impair the braking effect If you find leaks in the brake system or kinked lines contact your MERIDA dealer immediately G If your brake system works with DOT brake fluid the latter needs to be replaced regularly according to the intervals prescribed by the manufacturer A Do not open the brake lines Brake fluid can be very unhealthy and damagi...

Page 45: ...the brake If you are in doubt or if you have any questions contact your MERIDA dealer G Repeated readjustment at the brake lever can drastically reduce the maximum braking ef fect I Read in any case the instructions of the brake manufacturer on this MERIDA CD ROM care fully before removing the wheel or doing any maintenance work Improper operation can lead to brake failure Roller drum and back ped...

Page 46: ...ter Chain Care and wear G Keep in mind that the back pedal brake is in effective if the chain has jumped off Risk of an accident The gears Derailleur gears The gears of your MERIDA bike a c serve to adjust the gear ratio to the terrain you are riding on and the desired speed A low gear where in the case of derailleur gears the chain runs on the small chainwheel and a large sprock et allows you to ...

Page 47: ...favorably when the smallest chain wheel is used with one of the two or three outermost smallest sprockets d or when the largest chainwheel is used with one of the inmost largest sprockets e The bottom bracket f is the interface between cranks and frame There are different designs in some cas es the bearing spindle is part of the bottom bracket in some other cases it is integrated into the right cr...

Page 48: ...twist grips is different b Turning the right hand grip towards you makes for a lower gear ra tio while the same movement on the left produces a higher gear and vice versa The shifting direction may vary in this case as well G Always wear straight cut trousers or use trou ser clips c or the like To make sure your trousers do not get caught in the chain or the chainwheels Risk of an accident G Shift...

Page 49: ...larger sprocket To find out you either have to turn the cranks by hand f or ride the MERIDA bike and shift through the gears If the chain easily climbs onto the next larger sprocket check whether it just as easily shifts to the small sprock ets If it does not release the respective adjusting bolt a little You may need several tries A Adjusting the front and rear derailleur accu rately is a job for...

Page 50: ... maintain and service your MERIDA bike regularly Adjusting the front derailleur The range within which the front derailleur a keeps the chain on the chainwheel without itself touching the chain is very small If the chain tends to jump off the chainwheel you will need to reduce the movement range in the same way as with the rear derailleur i e by turning the limit screws marked H and L The limit sc...

Page 51: ...he most effective brak ing is achieved with the pedals in the horizontal position In the case of multi speed hubs and gearbox shift sys tems 1 stands for the first lowest gear The gears are shifted through one after the other if possible without turning the pedals at least however at reduced ped al pressure The highest number stands for the highest gear NuVinci N360 gear hubs g are designed to all...

Page 52: ...speed hubs require only little maintenance and need not be adjusted very often Check the chain ten sion in particular when removing and mounting wheels and read the chapter Chain Care and wear If the indexed gear change does not work trouble free then contact your MERIDA dealer Adjusting multi speed hubs Shift into the fourth 4th gear Look from above at the right hand side of the hub a b There you...

Page 53: ...up on the ground especially in wet conditions Chain maintenance Although the chain is one of the wearing components of your MERIDA bike there are still ways for you to pro long its life Make sure the chain is lubricated regularly especially after riding in the rain Try to only use gears which run the chain in the straightest line between the sprockets and chainwheels and get in the habit of high c...

Page 54: ...definitely leave to your MERIDA dealer I Tubular and tubeless tires will not be consid ered any further in the following Read the operating instructions of the rim manufactur er the tire producer and the glue supplier and ask your MERIDA dealer for advice Tires inner tubes rim tape inflation pressure The tires should provide grip and traction At the same time they should run smooth and enhance the...

Page 55: ... the tire burst G Replace tires with a worn tread or with brit tle or frayed sides Dampness and dirt pene trating the tire can cause damage to its inner structure The tube might burst Risk of an accident G If you mount a new tire with another size than the standard tire mounted it might be possi ble that the clearance between the front of your shoe and the wheel will be reduced when you ride at re...

Page 56: ...lies to Dunlop and Presta valves fitted with a special adapter A compressed air dispenser must be used very carefully in short bursts as you may other wise overinflate the tire and make it burst To let out air press the needle in the center of the Schrader valve or the knurled nut of the Presta valve d In the case of the Dunlop valve unscrew the knurled nut until air comes out of the valve Retight...

Page 57: ...y leave to your MERIDA dealer Tire puncture Flat tires are the most common cause of puncture during cycling However as long as you have the necessary tools and a spare tube or a repair kit this need not mean the end of your cycle ride If your wheels are attached with quick releases to the frame and the fork you only need two tire levers and a pump f I Before removing a wheel read the chapters Moun...

Page 58: ...quick release adjusting nut a little and slip the wheel past the tabs You will find it easier to remove the rear wheel when you pull the rear derailleur slightly backwards d Lift your MERIDA bike a little off the ground and give the wheel a light blow with your hand so that it drops out G Rotors can become hot so let them cool down before removing a wheel G If you purchased a MERIDA bike with hy d...

Page 59: ...im Repair the puncture according to the instructions of the repair kit manufacturer or replace the inner tube When you have removed the tire you should also check the rim tape g It should lie squarely in the rim trough covering all spoke nipples and should neither be dam aged nor brittle In the case of double wall rims the tape must cover the entire rim base but it should not be so broad as to sta...

Page 60: ...pest part of the rim well This will ease the job notice ably on the last centimeters Before fitting the tire completely on the rim check again whether the inner tube lies properly inside the tire and press the last stretch of tire over the edge of the rim using the balls of your thumbs If this does not work you will have to use the tire levers d Make sure that the bent ends point towards the inner...

Page 61: ...k pedal drum or roller brakes verify the proper assembly of the individ ual components and tension the chain before tightening the wheel nuts by pulling the wheel backwards Verify that the amount of play midway between sprock ets and chainwheel is not more than two centimeters Make sure there is no excessive chain slack After mounting the wheel and tightening the quick re lease pull the brake leve...

Page 62: ... any point With a gentle tap on the handlebars the fork should turn easily from the middle position If you face any problems during the test contact your MERIDA dealer G Adjusting the headset requires a certain amount of experience and should therefore be left to your MERIDA dealer Threadless headsets Aheadset This headset system is characterized by the fact that the stem is not in the fork steere...

Page 63: ...sembly paste in the clamping areas to ensure maximum clamping G Check the secure seat of the stem by taking the front wheel between your legs and trying to turn the handlebars and stem relative to the wheel e A loose stem can cause bad accidents G Never change the preloading mechanism in the inside of the fork steerer tube Never in stall a star nut in carbon fork steerer tubes A Do not overtighten...

Page 64: ...s the air pressure in the fork is crucial for the spring rate and the spring preload Observe the recommendations of the manufacturers Within a certain range a preload can be applied to the coil springs Then the suspension only re acts when a greater load is applied However the spring rates are not changed as a result Heavy riders cannot compensate a too low spring rate with a higher preload Negati...

Page 65: ... rate To work perfectly the suspension fork has to be adjusted to the weight of the rider the sitting posture and the in tended use Be sure to have this adjustment carried out by your MERIDA dealer at the time of delivery Note in general that the suspension fork must give in a little even when you are just sitting on the bike this is the so called negative suspension travel or sag If you ride over...

Page 66: ...ach change to the settings In the case of most suspension forks with coil springs a preload can be applied to the springs within tight limits by turning a knob at the top of the fork crown If that is not possible and the desired negative suspension travel sag cannot be set the coil springs must be replaced by harder or softer models The replacement is a job for the MERIDA dealer When replacing any...

Page 67: ...n the operating instructions of the suspension fork manufacturer on this MERIDA CD ROM Adjusting the damping The damping is adjusted by valves inside When the oil is forced through these valves this slows down the speed with which the suspension fork is extended or compressed and prevents the suspension from bounc ing after hitting an obstacle This is how the reaction to obstacles can be optimized...

Page 68: ...the fork can result in the fact that the fork no longer extends when riding over a quick se ries of obstacles Risk of an accident G Do not turn any screws by using tools in the vague hope of adjusting them somehow You could be loosening the fastening mechanism thus provoking an accident Normally the adjustment devices are operated with the fingers and are marked by all manufacturers with a scale o...

Page 69: ...d a soft sponge g 3 After washing your bike spray the stanchion tubes of the suspension fork with a little grease spray h or apply a very thin ﬁlm of hydraulic oil Compress the fork several times and wipe off excess lubricant with a clean rag before you set off for your next ride 4 Do not use a steam jet or aggressive cleaning agents for cleaning Ask your MERIDA dealer for an appro priate cleaning...

Page 70: ...the spring preload and or by replacing the springs For more information contact your MERIDA dealer G Be sure not to pull out the seat post too far The mark on the seat post end min max stop limit etc should always remain within the seat tube c d I Seat post manufacturers normally include instructions with their deliveries Read them carefully before changing any settings or doing any maintenance wo...

Page 71: ...own your MERIDA pedelec carefully Riding with drive assistance The system is switched on and off at the buttons of the control element on the battery or on the handlebars Furthermore different assistance modes can be select ed the remaining capacity of the rechargeable battery is displayed and the different functions of the cycle com puter g h if available can be selected When switched on the syst...

Page 72: ...make yourself familiar with the riding char acteristics of your MERIDA pedelec and the possibly higher speed and acceleration before riding on public roads Risk of an accident Never ride without a helmet h Do not step on the pedals before sitting in the saddle select the lowest drive assistance and be ready to brake when you set off Risk of an accident h Keep in mind that due to the higher driving...

Page 73: ...ce a week with a pressure gauge and changing it if necessary g shifting gears down in front of traffic lights and in tersections or in general in cases of stops and by setting off in low gears shifting gears regularly as you would do on a MERIDA bike without drive not only riding in high gears riding with these facts in mind and always looking ahead to avoid any unnecessary stops reducing your add...

Page 74: ... chapter Riding a MERIDA pedelec Special features before reading this chapter Keep in mind that all tips and warnings given in the mentioned chapter apply all the more and with still greater importance to MERIDA speed pedelecs Practice the handling of the still more powerful and faster MERIDA speed pedelec and always ride with foresight IncontrasttoMERIDApedelecsMERIDAspeedpedelecs are classified ...

Page 75: ...sing your MERIDA speed pedelec on lanes which are closed to motor vehicles motorcycles and mo peds using your MERIDA speed pedelec on public roads and on private premises if authorized by the owner Please check in the country where you are using your MERIDA speed pedelec whether towing child trailers and whether mounting and using child seats is al lowed or not f Check in the bike card g and ask y...

Page 76: ... battery can heat up catch fire or even explode h Keep the rechargeable battery and the char ger out of the reach of children h We recommend that you charge your battery during the day and only in dry rooms which have a smoke or a fire detector but keep it off your bedroom Place the battery during the charging process on a big non inflammable plate made of ce ramics or glass Unplug the battery onc...

Page 77: ... rag s Make sure not to discharge your rechargeable battery completely also referred to as depth discharge This occurs often when the bat tery has run out completely and the MERIDA pedelec was left standing for some days Depth discharge will affect the rechargeable battery of your MERIDA pedelec permanently A deep discharged battery can only be recharged in exceptional cases and with special charg...

Page 78: ...y overlooked by other road users If you want your child to use his her MERIDA bike on the road you should be willing to invest time in road safety instruction and help him her improve his her rid ing skills b c Children are not as observant as adults and you should therefore get into the routine of checking the MERIDA kids bike and performing adjustments and maintenance as necessary If you are in ...

Page 79: ...d that they should therefore ride more slow ly and brake more carefully G Take care your child is wearing the helmet only for cycling For example wearing the helmet at a park or playground can be haz ardous the helmet could get caught on features or ob stacles and result in strangulation by the helmet straps G Children should not ride near precipices staircases or swimming pools as well as on path...

Page 80: ... of your child read the chapter Adjusting the MERIDA bike to the rider If you are in doubt or if you have any ques tions contact your MERIDA dealer Get into the habit of doing the checks as described in the chapter Before every ride together with your child In this way your child will learn to handle the MERIDA bike properly and you will be able to detect any defects that have developed during use...

Page 81: ...light emitting diodes beaming white light by means of a reflector and or a diffusion disc on the road lane Some models are fitted with a sensor that automatically switches on the front lamp when it gets dark the dyna mo must however be activated An additional feature of particularly high quality front lamps is a stand light func tion or even daytime running lights both with LEDs Bottle dynamo A bo...

Page 82: ...dealer Things worth knowing about your MERIDA bike Cycling helmets and glasses Cycling helmets c are absolutely recommendable Your MERIDA dealer has a variety of styles and sizes Verify that the helmet complies with the test standard DIN EN 1078 Cycling helmets are only approved for use during cycling Observe the manufacturer s instructions G Never ride without a helmet and glasses d But remember ...

Page 83: ...hoes Cycling shoes g should be made of solid material to provide firm support for your feet In addition they should have a stiff sole so that the pedal cannot press through The sole should not be too wide in the area of the heels as the rear stays or the crank will otherwise get in the way of your pedaling This will prevent your feet from assuming a natural position when pedaling and may cause kne...

Page 84: ...st cycling shoes with cleats are only suit able for walking to a limited extent As the cleats are sometimes thicker than the sole they provide less grip even on a non slip ground Be particularly careful I Ask your MERIDA dealer for advice about the different shoe and pedal models Cycling shoes come in various styles for specific uses I Read the operating instructions of the pedal manufacturer on t...

Page 85: ...it to an immovable object Puncture kit The most important accessories for a successful cycle tour are a tire pump and a small tool kit The tool kit should include two plastic tire levers the most com monly used Allen keys a spare tube a tire repair kit your mobile phone if necessary and a little cash In this way you will be well prepared in the event of a puncture or some other mishap Cycle comput...

Page 86: ...isk of an accident Transporting baggage There are various ways of carrying baggage on your MERIDA bike Your choice will primarily depend on the weight and volume of the baggage and on the bike you want to use Using a rucksack b is a convenient way of transporting baggage on a bike However your MERIDA bike is fitted with a pannier rack c for longer cycling tours or if you intend to take heavy and b...

Page 87: ...ilers g Contact your MERIDA dealer G Only buy tested child seats child trailers and children s bicycles towing devices e g DIN GS tested systems and ensure that they are properly mounted The manuals of the manufacturers included in the delivery of the system provide detailed information in this regard Child seats G Make sure the child you are taking with you always wears a suitable helmet Keep in ...

Page 88: ...y accumulator pow ered lamp G Always secure the little passengers with the seat belt b as uncontrolled movements of the child can make the MERIDA bike or the trailer topple over G Make sure the child you are taking with you always wears a suitable helmet A trailer is an insufficient protection in the event of an accident Keep in mind that you should always wear a helmet as well A Please note that ...

Page 89: ...ld wears a helmet even when riding on a coupled or attached bike Set a good example by wearing a helmet as well G Only buy tested towing devices e g DIN GS tested systems and have them properly mounted The manuals of the manufacturers included in the delivery of the system provide detailed information in this regard G When riding in the dark the attached kids bike should be fitted with the prescri...

Page 90: ...y standards of your country such as the GS mark Read the operating instructions of your bike carrier and comply with the maximum load capacity and recom mended or prescribed driving speed If applicable com ply with the required supporting load on the trailer hitch G Make sure to remove all parts of your MERIDA bike tools pannier bags b child seats c etc which may come loose during transport Risk o...

Page 91: ...ver and secure it with a strong elastic strap f when transporting a MERIDA bike with hydraulic disc brakes By public transport In the cities the regulations for taking MERIDA bikes g h by public transport differ There are e g some places where you are only allowed for travel with your MERIDA bike during off peak hours and with an addi tional bicycle ticket Inform yourself in time about the regulat...

Page 92: ...nto a car and unloading it or when mounting it on a bicycle carrier system S Before transporting several pedelecs with a roof mounting or a rear mounting carrier system inform yourself about the maximum load capacity of the bike carrier and the maximum load of the trailer hitch Keep in mind that the weight of a pedelec is higher than the weight of a bike without drive It could be that you can only...

Page 93: ...also observe the regulations and rules about bike and pedelec transport in the countries through which you intend to travel By plane If you intend to take your MERIDA pedelec by plane or to dispatch it by a forwarding agent you have to ob serve particular packing and labeling requirements for rechargeable batteries which are considered as hazard ous goods Contact the airline an expert for hazardou...

Page 94: ... ride a great deal on poor road surfaces or cross country it will require correspondingly shorter ser vice periods The off season during the winter months is a very good time to take your MERIDA bike to your MERIDA dealer for the annual inspection as they will have plenty of time for you and for servicing The intended use of the MERIDA bike includes regular servicing and the replacement of wearing...

Page 95: ...ard hard wax on painted metal and carbon surfaces except from brake surfaces and brake discs Polish the waxed sur faces after drying to give them a nice shine Keep cleaning agents and chain oil clear of the brake pads brake discs and rim sides braking surfaces Oth erwise the brake could fail Never grease or lubricate the clamping areas of a frame made of carbon e g han dlebars stem seat post and s...

Page 96: ... a long time If your MERIDA bike is left standing on flat tires for an extended period this can cause damage to the structure of the tires It is therefore better to hang the wheels or the entire MERIDA bike or to check the tire pressure regular ly b Clean your MERIDA bike and protect it against corrosion Your MERIDA dealer has special cleaning agents e g spray wax Remove the seat post c and let mo...

Page 97: ...ssemble original spare parts otherwise the operating license expires Drive maintenance and care The motor the rechargeable battery and the drive HMI and or display are mainly maintenance free except for the battery charging which is necessary regularly From time to time the dirt and oil needs to be cleaned off your chain with an oily rag Special degreasers are not neces sary they even have a damag...

Page 98: ... brakes Check lever travel wear of brake pads position of pads x relative to rim test brakes in stationary check seals Brakes drum roller Lever travel test brakes in stationary x Brakes brake pads rim brakes Clean x Brake cables pads lines Visual inspection x Brakes disc brakes Lever travel brake pads seals test brakes in stationary x Replace liquid DOT liquids Suspension forks Check and retighten...

Page 99: ... Carbon new assembly paste no grease Front rear derailleur Clean and grease x Quick releases thru axles Check seat x Bolts and nuts Check and retighten if necessary x Multi speed hubs mudguards etc Valves Check seat x Cables gears brakes Disassemble and regrease If you have a certain degree of mechanical skills experience and suitable tools such as a torque wrench you should be able to do the chec...

Page 100: ...component manufacturers on this MERIDA CD ROM Component Bolted connections Shimano1 Nm SRAM Avid2 Nm Tektro3 Nm TRP4 Nm Rear derailleur Mount on frame derailleur hanger 8 10 8 10 Cable clamp 5 7 4 5 Pulley wheels 3 4 Front derailleur Mount on frame 5 7 5 7 Cable clamp 5 7 5 Shifter Mount on handlebars 5 2 5 4 Hole covering 0 3 0 5 Brake lever unit Mount on handlebars 6 8 5 7 6 8 Time trial brake l...

Page 101: ...raulic rim brakes Component Shimano1 Nm Avid2 Nm Tektro3 Nm TRP4 Nm Magura HS5 Nm Brake caliper mount on frame fork 6 8 9 10 IS adapter 6 8 6 8 6 8 10 brake caliper Brake lever unit on handlebars Single bolt clamp 6 8 Discrete Clamp Bolt 5 7 4 Hinge Clamp Bolt XLoc Hinge Clamp Bolt 5 6 Pinch clamp bolt 2 8 3 4 Split Clamp Bolts Match Maker Bolts 3 4 Two bolt clamp 4 5 Union screws of cable at grip...

Page 102: ...on this MERIDA CD ROM These values do not apply to the components of other manufacturers I Due to the unmanageable number of components on the market MERIDA is not in a position to foresee every product that will be replaced or newly assembled by third parties Therefore MERIDA denies any liability for such kind of additions or modifications with regard to compatibility torque values etc Whoever as...

Page 103: ...ng to the regulations of your country Pay particular attention to your bicycle being equipped with the prescribed set of lights g and reflectors h Ask your MERIDA dealer to inform you about the road traffic regulations in force in your country Make yourself familiar with the road traffic regulations for riding on pub lic roads and off road ...

Page 104: ...levant components such as handle bars brakes etc if necessary G Keep in mind that retrofitted accessories can impair the function ing of your MERIDA bike If you are in doubt or if you have any questions contact your MERIDA dealer I The law referring to full warranty rights is only valid in the coun tries where the law has been ratified according to the renewed European regulations Please inform yo...

Page 105: ...been fitted with none other than original spare parts or accessories and had its suspension systems serviced by a MERIDA dealer once a year at least The guarantee does not cover labor and transport costs nor does it cover follow up costs resulting from defects The guarantee does not apply to bikes that have been used in competition for jumping or that have been subjected to any other kind of overs...

Page 106: ... acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure The benefits to the consumer given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the Australian Consumer Law in relation to the goods and services to which this warranty relates In case of any inquiries please contact your national distributor visit www merida com to find the address These provisions of the g...

Page 107: ...fter three years Order no Date Replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer 1st service After 100 300 kilometers or 5 15 hours of use at the latest or after three months from date of purchase Order no Date Replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer 2nd service After 2 000 kilometers or 100 hours of use at the latest or after one year Order no Date Re...

Page 108: ... or after five years Order no Date Replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer 7th service After 12 000 kilometers or 600 hours of use at the latest or after six years Order no Date Replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer 8th service After 14 000 kilometers or 700 hours of use at the latest or after seven years Order no Date Replaced or repaired ...

Page 109: ...r after nine years Order no Date Replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer 11th service After 20 000 kilometers or 1 000 hours of use at the latest or after ten years Order no Date Replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer 12th service After 22 000 kilometers or 1 100 hours of use at the latest or after eleven years Order no Date Replaced or repa...

Page 110: ...ggage _________ kg Pannier rack yes no Permitted overall load _________ kg Child seat permitted yes no Trailer permitted yes no Permissible trailer load _________ kg Brake lever Brake assignment Right lever Front wheel brake Rear wheel brake Left lever Front wheel brake Rear wheel brake G Read the chapter Before your first ride in the translation of these original MERIDA operating instructions Sta...

Page 111: ... limit stops Bolted connections of attachment parts checked with torque wrench Other routines performed Test ride MERIDA dealer Last name Street City Phone Fax E Mail Handover date stamp and signature of the MERIDA dealer The customer confirms with his signature that he received the MERIDA bike in proper condition along with the accompanying documents specified be low and that he was instructed on...

Page 112: ...es and all relevant provisions of the following directives Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and compliance with the following standards is given 1 EN15194 2012 02 Cycles Electrically power assisted cycles EPAC Bicycles 2 EN14766 2006 09 Mountain bicycles Safety requirements and test methods 3 EN14764 2006 03 City and trekking bicycles Safety requirements and test methods 4 ...

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