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Chapter 7: Maintenance and Replacement
Your new Mariner 500 was designed for ease of use and owner servicing. There are no tasks which require advanced
skills. Most maintenance and replacing of parts were designed to be accomplished by the typical bicycle rider. Please
read this section to learn how to keep your Mariner 500 performing like new.
a)
Keeping your bike clean
Your new Mariner 500 is an outdoor friendly electric bicycle but should be kept clean and free from dirt. Dirt on and
around seals and drive train components can cause premature wear and dirt on paint and part finishes can cause
premature aging. If storing your bicycle outdoors under the elements, you must keep it covered with a high quality bicycle
cover to avoid rain, snow or dirt damaging your new bicycle.
To clean your bicycle, follow these instructions:
Your bicycle incorporates electrical components; it is advised when washing your bicycle you should first cover the
throttle and battery base. Use a plastic bag or a piece of plastic wrap to cover the components. Place the bag or
wrap around the complete throttle assembly and use a rubber band or tape to secure. The battery should be
removed prior to cleaning and a plastic bag or wrap secured by tape can be used to cover the battery base. If you
are planning for a ride after washing, it is recommended the saddle also be covered. The saddle has miniature
holes where there is stitching and water can seep into these small holes.
To wash your bicycle you will need a small bucket of warm water with car soap, sponge, small brush, chain lube
and a few rags or towels.
Rinse your bicycle off with a light spray of water to remove any dirt on the surface. Using the sponge and warm
soapy water, wash the frame and frame components which include the forks, handlebar and seat post. Start from
the top of the bicycle working your way down.
Once the frame is washed, use the sponge to clean the motor, spokes, chain guard and rims.
The tires, pedals, crankset and chain will be the remaining items needing to be washed. Use the brush first on the
tires and then the pedals. Rinse the brush and then using the warm soapy water, clean the chain ring, freewheel
and finally the chain. If the chain and drive train are very dirty or greasy, a bicycle degreaser should be utilized.
After washing, spray the bicycle down with fresh water.
Use the rags or towels to dry off the bicycle. Start by drying the frame first, followed by the components, the wheels,
tires and then the drive train.
Once the drive train is dry, use a chain lube to lubricate the chain.
b)
Avoid scratching your bike
Your new Mariner 500 is a high quality bicycle has been designed to withstand the elements by utilizing stainless
steel, anodized and painted aluminum alloys, brass plus galvanized or painted metals. Stainless steel and brass are
used in their natural forms and can withstand the elements with no additional protection required. The majority of your
bicycle however is fabricated from aluminum alloys which have either a painted finish or have been anodized.
Aluminum does not rust but can discolor and corrode over time. The frame has a 3 layer paint finish which protects
the aluminum and graphics. Components such as the handlebars, crank arms, chain guard, seat post and more have
been anodized through an electrolytic process which increases corrosion and wear resistance. If the frame or
components become scratched, these items could slightly corrode around the scratched area. Depending on the care
of your bicycle, a scratch could take month or years for corrosion to appear. To maintain future value and years of
beauty, it is best to be careful when folding and moving your bicycle not to scratch the metal surfaces. If a surface is
scratched, use clear nail polish or black nail polish to cover and seal the scratch.
c)
Brake Bed-In and adjustments
Both brakes on your Mariner 500 are high performance Avid Hydraulic Disc Brakes. No adjusting is required as hydraulic
brakes self-adjust. They have powerful stopping power but must be bed in for maximum performance. Please review the
following guideline and you can also refer to the included Avid brake guide included with your starter kit. If you are unsure as to
a component or installation procedure, please contact your local authorized dealer or Prodeco Technologies.
AVID SAFETY INFORMATION
Brakes are a safety-critical item on a bicycle. Improper setup or use of brakes can result in loss of control or an accident,
which could lead to a severe injury.
Avid brakes are a performance product that offers increased stopping power over brakes that you may be used to. This
greater power requires less effort to lock-up a wheel when braking. A wheel lock up might cause you to lose control and
possibly cause injury.
It’s your responsibility to learn and understand proper braking techniques. Consult the owner’s manual for your bicycle
and a professional bike dealer.
ALWAYS RIDE UNDER CONTROL
Remember, it takes longer to stop in wet conditions. To reduce the possibility of an accident and minimize trail erosion,
you should avoid locking-up your wheels.
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
If you do not understand the instructions, have the adjustments done by a professional bicycle mechanic.
Disc brakes are
OIL SENSITIVE!
Do not spray any solvents or lubricants in the vicinity of the rotors or brake pads.
NEVER touch the pad surface or rotor surface with your fingers. Doing so will significantly degrade braking performance.
