Qwic PREMIUM SERIES, Manual

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General components of the bicycle
Coasterbrake
A coasterbrake gives a direct, powerful brake feeling
and requires little maintenance. You can use a
coasterbrake by pedalling the pedals backwards.
V-brake (Rim brake)
V-brakes are lightweight and provide a good sense
of control. You can use the V-brakes by using the
brakelevers. When there is too much wear (if the
notches are no longer visible), the brake pads must be
replaced.
The brake pads must be mounted so that the blocks
hit the side completely by pressed-in brake levers.
The cable that can be adjusted with the adjustment
screw, needs to be at the right tension where there is
the same amount of space between both the brake
pads and the rim. If this is not the case, you can center
the brake by adjusting the screws on the sides of the
V-brake.
The possible present Shimano ‘Power-Modulator’
provides a smoother brake force when braking hard.
The Power-Modulator is by some models connected to
the V-brake of the front wheel.
Hydraulic Rim brakes
Rim brakes are lightweight and provide a good sense of
control. You can use the rim brakes by pulling the brake
levers. When there is too much wear (if the notches are
no longer visible), the brake pads must be replaced.
The brake pads must be mounted in such a way that the
contact surface of the pads are aligned with the wheel.
The oil pressure should be adjusted to make sure there
is an equal amount of space between the brake pads
and the rim on each side of the wheel. If this is not the
case, you can center the brake by adjusting the screws
on the sides of the brake. Make sure that while doing
this, the brake levers are firmly pulled and the brake
pads are in contact with the wheel. Tighten the screws
firmly when you are done adjusting.
You may need to adjust the oil pressure by adding more
oil. Consult your dealer for the right equipment.