MONTAGUE M-E1, Owner'S Manual

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BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE
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Hot Spots, Moving Parts, Sharp
Areas, and Pinch Points
Some parts of your e-bike can injure
you if mishandled. Sharp areas include
chainring teeth, pedals, and brake discs.
Brakes and their parts get hot. Moving
parts can cut skin and even break bones.
Clamps and pivoting parts such as brake
levers can pinch, as can the chain where
it runs over sprocket teeth.
Frame or Fork Problem
Frame problems are uncommon, but an
early warning sign can be the presence
of a shake or shimmy while riding at
some speeds. If you experience this,
or any other problem, decrease speed
immediately and do not ride the e-bike.
If your e-bike behaves in an unusual
manner or makes excessive noise, take
the e-bike to your dealer for service.
Life Span of an Electric Bicycle
E-bikes and the components that
comprise them are not indestructible.
Depending on the riding forces,
conditions, and mileage endured, you
should replace your e-bike or its parts at
an appropriate frequency.
The safe life of a part is determined
by its construction, materials, and wide
A frame or fork problem can decrease
control and cause a fall. If your e-bike
gets a shimmy or any other issue,
decrease speed immediately and take
it to your dealer for service.
WARNING
range of operating conditions, so it is not
possible to provide a precise schedule
for replacement. Any cracks, scratches,
or significant color changes indicate that
a component’s life has been reached and
should be replaced. Consult your dealer
if you have any areas of concern.
Good maintenance practices and
frequent inspections will ensure that you
get the most out of your investment.
E-bikes are subjected to wear and
high stresses. Different components
react to these stresses differently.
If the design life of a component is
exceeded, it may suddenly fail and
cause injury to the rider.
WARNING