Pinion P-Line P1.12, Owner'S Manual

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on the road
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runnIng In the gearbox
the surfaces of the gears and transmission components are smoothed down over
the first 1000 km of cycling. Following that, the gearbox will run more smoothly – with slick shifting
operations.
any roughness present in the drive or when shifting gear is normal when your pinion gearbox is new,
and is nothing to be concerned about!
before every rIde
Component failure may cause accidents.
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before every ride make sure that the quick release system of your wheels is correctly installed and
that your wheels cannot be accidentally released.
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before every ride make sure that your brakes are operating correctly and the brake pads are not
excessively worn.
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before every ride make sure your chain or belt is correctly tensioned.
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never ride with your pinion gearbox if damage (to the gearbox housing, cranks, etc.) is visible,
unusual noises* can be heard, or if you have any doubts the condition of the gearbox. have your
pinion gearbox checked by a specialist workshop for bicycles.
a chain or belt that continues to rotate when the crank is stationary because
the sprocket or belt sprocket and rear hub do not move easily during freewheel may cause an
accident.
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before every ride make sure that the sprocket or belt sprocket and rear hub freewheel smoothly.
* cracking or creaking noises when pedalling do not come from the inside of your
pinion gearbox, but usually originate from a loosened bolted connection – in most cases the noise is
eliminated after tightening the pedals, for example. if not, you can find help in a specialist workshop
for bicycles – they will know about other possible problem areas which can often be resolved with
little effort.