PACIFIC CYCLE Schwinn S2278C Owner'S Manual Download

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6 Maintenance

Note: The frequency of maintenance should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions. Do not over lubricate. Remove excess

lubricant to prevent dirt build up.

Never

use a degreaser to lubricate your chains (WD-40™).

Component

Lubricant

Method

Weekly

Chains

Chain lube or light oil

Brush on or squirt

Brake calipers

Oil

Three drops from oil can

Brake levers

Oil

Two drops from oil can

Freewheel

Oil

Two drops from oil can

Derailleur Systems

Light oil or grease

All pivot points should be lubricated (more often in severely rainy

or muddy conditions). Wipe off any excess oil.

Brake cables

Lithium based grease

Remove cable from casing. Grease entire length. Wipe off excess

lubrication from other surfaces.

Brake lever and caliper pivot points Light oil

Two to three drops from oil can

Shifting cables

Thin layer of grease

Clean and grease

Yearly

Bottom bracket

Lithium based grease

Disassemble

Pedals

Lithium based grease

Disassemble

Wheel bearings

Lithium based grease

Disassemble

Headset

Lithium based grease

Disassemble

Seat stem

Lithium based grease

Disassemble

Pedals: that can be disassembled

See bicycle mechanic for maintenance.

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Summary of Contents for Schwinn S2278C

Page 1: ...ormance and maintenance information Read the manual before taking your first ride on your new bicycle and keep the manual handy for future reference To register your bike visit www schwinnbikes com re...

Page 2: ...stments 24 Tools Required 24 Adjusting the Frame Latch 25 Adjusting the Handlebar Post Latch 26 Adjusting the Seat Height 27 Brake Adjustment 28 Adjusting the Rear Derailleur 32 5 Use 33 Hand Operated...

Page 3: ...stions or need advice regarding assembly parts performance or returns please contact the experts at Pacific Cycle Toll free 1 800 626 2811 Customer Service hours Monday Friday 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Centr...

Page 4: ...ad Incorrect Fitting Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury Helmets Save Lives Always wear a properly fitted helmet when riding your bicycle Do not ride at night Avoid riding in wet cond...

Page 5: ...unrelated to personal injury such as property damage User Responsibility All persons assembling using and maintaining the bicycle must read and understand the safety warnings and operating instruction...

Page 6: ...strings jewelry that may become entangled with moving parts on the bicycle or interfere with handling of the bicycle PERSONAL SAFETY Pants with loose pant legs If necessary always tuck pant legs into...

Page 7: ...seat or trailer children must wear a helmet It is strongly advised that a properly fitting ASTM or SNELL approved bicycle safety helmet be worn at all times when riding your bicycle In addition if yo...

Page 8: ...be on the frame check that there is one to three inches of clearance between the rider and the top tube Figure 1 4 Inability to safely reach the handlebars and dismount the bicycle may result in loss...

Page 9: ...release lever locked in place Seat Ensure the seat post s minimum insertion marks are not visible above the quick release seat clamp and the clamp is locked in place Note See Section 4 Adjusting the...

Page 10: ...lock straight when pedaling or you have to move forward off the seat to pedal This is unsafe and the bicycle cannot be controlled in this condition You should be able to safely reach the handlebar wi...

Page 11: ...ded by an adult Check and confirm the front and rear reflectors are in the correct position Figure 1 7 Front Reflector Should aim forward when viewed from above and be mounted so it is within 5 degree...

Page 12: ...you may lose control and fall Always use the correct hand signals to indicate turning or stopping Obey the traffic laws e g stopping at a red light or stop sign giving way to pedestrians Wear proper r...

Page 13: ...ke additional care Braking will require additional distance Initiate braking slowly and earlier than usual Cornering Technique Brake slightly before cornering and prepare to lean your body into the co...

Page 14: ...adjusted and display no obvious wear The brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar Chains The chains are oiled clean and run smoothly Cranks and Pedals The pedals are se...

Page 15: ...l rim 18 Front fender Part name Torque in lb 19 Front fork 20 Frame latch 21 Crank arm 390 22 Pedal 300 360 23 Seat tube 24 Seat clamp with quick release lever 25 Seat post 26 Seat 26a Seat post attac...

Page 16: ...15 2 1 3 15 19 26 31 24 22 21 23 17 20 26 32 16 18 6 25 12 13 21 33 4 5 10 9 8 7 11 14 26a 29 28 27 30 Parts Identification 2 Schwinn Folding Bicycle Manual indb 15 7 1 14 3 58 PM...

Page 17: ...roper assembly of this product may result in serious injury or death Always follow the instructions in this manual and check critical components eg wheels seat pedals brakes derailleurs tires before e...

Page 18: ...allation Important Do not discard packing materials until assembly is complete to ensure that no required parts are accidentally discarded Note We recommend using a lithium based grease on the parts b...

Page 19: ...me Move the quick release lever into the locked position The bicycle should arrive with the quick release lever properly adjusted but if it is not see Section 4 Adjusting the Frame Latch Important It...

Page 20: ...st Move the quick release lever into the locked position The bicycle should arrive with the quick release lever properly adjusted but if it is not see Section 4 Adjusting the Handle Post Latch Importa...

Page 21: ...and crank arm and match the pedal marked L with the left hand crank arm Figure 3 5 Place the threaded pedal into the threaded hole on the crank arm By hand slowly turn the spindle toward the front of...

Page 22: ...ntil you have sufficient force and the seat cannot move Check the seat does not move Note Riders weight including luggage should not exceed 230 lbs 105 kg Improperly adjusted seat height could affect...

Page 23: ...el to the frame Note On some models the handlebar post folds to the outside Next unlock the seat post quick release lever Figure 3 9 Lower the seat post and turn the seat 45 degrees to the left Close...

Page 24: ...tch and fold the frame in half by moving the front half of the frame back until the two wheels are parallel Figure 3 12 Push the pedal in and rotate it into the locked position Repeat for the opposite...

Page 25: ...Proper adjustment of the frame latch is critical to your safety If adjusted too tightly or too loosely injury to the rider or permanent damage to the hinges may result Check the frame latch before eve...

Page 26: ...th approximately 3 kg 6 6 lbs of force Adjust the latch bolt so that the latch opens and closes with the correct amount of force see above Using a 10 mm wrench turn the frame latch bolt clockwise to t...

Page 27: ...adjusted To tighten the handle post latch turn the handle post latch bolt clockwise To loosen the latch turn the handle post latch bolt counter clockwise Adjust in 1 8 turn increments until the latch...

Page 28: ...er clockwise until you have sufficient force and the seat cannot move Check the seat does not move Adjusting the Seat Height 1 Improperly adjusted seat height could affect the rider s ability to reach...

Page 29: ...le head into the brake lever Figure 4 5 Release the brake lever Figure 4 6 Lightly pull on the cable and rotate the cable nut and cable barrel so they are no longer aligned Failure to properly set the...

Page 30: ...can move freely Figure 4 8 Pull the brake cable through the cable anchor so the left brake arm moves towards the rim and there is approximately a 1 8 3 mm gap between the brake pad and rim Move the ri...

Page 31: ...loosen the bolt enough so you can reposition the pad Position the pad so it is evenly centered on the rim Retighten the bolt after positioning the pad correctly Figure 4 9 Center the Brake Pads Rotate...

Page 32: ...brake lever three to four times after each adjustment If you continue to adjust the screw until you have noticeable movement you will run out of adjustment Pull and release the brake lever a few time...

Page 33: ...uietly and without hesitation If necessary use the barrel adjuster to fine tune each gear by turning it in the direction you want the chain to go For example turning clockwise will loosen the cable te...

Page 34: ...taining to bicycle use as well as the safety warnings in this manual may result in serious injury or death Always follow all local and state regulations and laws pertaining to bicycle use follow the s...

Page 35: ...rear and the outer or largest chain ring in the front These gear positions put the chain at the most extreme angle and can cause premature wear to the drivetrain Bicycles with three front chain rings...

Page 36: ...the left gear shifter handlebar grip up or down to shift into a new gear Shift only while pedaling forward and seated When shifting lessen the pressure exerted on the pedals during the shift Once you...

Page 37: ...st commonly if you lock just a wheel or just the frame other parts may be removed from the bicycle Although it is impossible to lock all the parts it is suggested to lock the major components if possi...

Page 38: ...for years of enjoyable riding For painted frames dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth To clean wipe with a damp cloth soaked in a mild detergent mixture Dry with a cloth and po...

Page 39: ...d more often in severely rainy or muddy conditions Wipe off any excess oil Brake cables Lithium based grease Remove cable from casing Grease entire length Wipe off excess lubrication from other surfac...

Page 40: ...ots or cuts and damage Replace tire Valves Check that valve caps are fitted and free of dirt Clean dirt from the valve Tires Inspect Action Maintenance Rims Inspect for dirt and grease Use a clean rag...

Page 41: ...s or roughness is detected adjustment lubrication or replacement is required See bicycle mechanic for repair Chains Every week check the chain is clean properly lubricated rust free and is not stretch...

Page 42: ...ables Check the outer casing for kinks stretched coils and damage Check cables for kinks rust broken strands or frayed ends Check the outer casing for kinks stretched coils and damage Replace cable Ch...

Page 43: ...and add air Check the tire is evenly seated on the rim both sides Spin the wheel and check for high and low areas Complete inflation to the recommended psi found on the sidewall of the tire Be sure t...

Page 44: ...ire bead up and out of the rim Repeat around the wheel until one bead is off the rim Remove tube Release second tire bead Remove tire Carefully inspect inside of the rim and tire for the cause of the...

Page 45: ...ng loose Chainring teeth bent or broken Rear or front derailleur side to side travel out of adjustment Cross chaining and shifting under load Re true if possible or replace Tighten mounting bolts Repa...

Page 46: ...ds toe in incorrect Brake pads rim dirty or wet Brake arms loose Replace pads Correct pads toe in Clean pads and rim Tighten mounting bolts Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Bulge in the rim...

Page 47: ...a bike shop for possible frame realignment Frequent punctures Inner tube old or faulty Tire tread casing worn Tire unsuited to rim Tire not checked after previous puncture Tire pressure too low Spoke...

Page 48: ...lure of any part should occur due to faulty materials or workmanship during the warranty period the part will be replaced All warranty claims must be submitted to the address in the front of the manua...

Page 49: ...anty claims Your Name Address City State Date Purchased Place of Purchase Model Brand Information Wheel Size Color Model Number Model Number Date Code Note The serial number can be on the bottom of th...

Page 50: ...2811 www pacific cycle com OMSCFLD 2017 Pacific Cycle Inc WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects o...

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