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Chapter 2: Getting Started
CAUTION:
If you have purchased the bicycle by mail order or through a sales channel whereas your new G Plus
Mariner 7 is still in the box, it is recommended you read Chapter 3 “Basic Instructions” section g “Before your first ride”
prior to your first ride. There may be additional adjustments required due to harsh shipping by the freight carrier.
a.
Unpacking your box
Your G Plus Mariner 7 arrives fully assembled in it’s box other than need for the insertion of the seat post and
handlebar stem. You can learn on how to insert the seat post and adjust for your height in Chapter 3 “Basic
Instructions” section b “Adjusting the saddle”. The insertion of the stem and tightening of the stem bolt is detailed on
Chapter 3 “Basic Instructions’ section c “Installing and adjusting the stem”.
The G Plus Mariner 7 has been fully tested and adjusted prior to being packed in the Heavy Duty double wall box
with expanding foam fitting system. To remove the G Plus Mariner 7 from it’s box, simply remove the top layer of
expanded foam (wrapped in a thin film) and place one hand under the front portion of the frame and the other hand
under the center of the frame. Pull up slowly and the bicycle will lift out of the box. Remove the bottom layer of
expanded foam (if attached to bicycle) and set the bicycle down by balancing the bicycle on the opened kick stand
and both wheels. The kick stand also performs as a crankset protector. To unfold the bicycle, read the following
paragraph, section b.
b.
Folding and unfolding
Folding:
your bicycle has the ability to fold for easy storing and transporting. There are 2 quick release levers that
will allow the bicycle to fold into an area half of the original size. The pedals can also be folded by squeezing the 2
metal tabs on the outside edges of each pedal, pulling the pedal outwards and then pushing the pedal down. To
fold the bicycle you will first un-latch the handle bar stem utilizing the quick release lever on the handlebar
steering tube. Slide the tab up on the lever to release and unlock the lever. Pull on the lever to now unlock the
safety latch and to fold the handlebar and steering tube down. Second, stand on the right side of the bicycle (the
crank set and chain side) and then un-clasp the frame hinge lever after turning the small safety release latch up.
You will now be able to fold the bicycle in half. When picking up the bicycle once it has been folded, it is easy to
lift by placing one hand under the front portion of the frame and one hand around the seat tube handle. If folding
the bicycle is to allow for the ability to store in a closet or small space, after folding you can roll the bicycle on its
own wheel using the saddle nose to guide it to the storing area. (SEE PHOTOS ON THIS PAGE AND NEXT
PAGE)
Unfolding:
your bicycle can easily be unfolded in a matter of seconds. Stand at the right side of the bicycle (the
crank set and chain side) and place one hand around the front portion of the frame and one hand around the seat
tube handle. Open the frame to a straight position until the spring in the hinge clasp lever locks the lever in place.
Close the lever completely and turn the hinge safety release latch down (clockwise) to lock the frame hinge lever
in place. Pull up the handlebar/steering tube allowing for the handlebar stem’s safety latch to lock the stem in
place. Pull the quick release lever towards the stem and confirm the spring loaded sliding tab locks the lever in
place. Pull on the lever to confirm it is locked in place. (SEE PHOTOS ON NEXT PAGE)
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