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3.10
Derailleur and gear change
3.12.1 Full details on how to adjust and maintain your derailleur can be found in the Shimano
manual.
If difficulty is experienced with changing gear after initial operation of the bicycle, it is likely
that some cable stretch will have occurred in the gear change cable. To compensate for this
turn the knurled adjuster shown in the centre left hand side of the image below by pulling it
away from the outer cable stop in the direction of the cable towards the rear of the
bicycle and turning it ½ turn anticlockwise when viewed from the rear. This will compensate
for the cable stretch. If necessary, repeat the operation again until smooth gear selection is
obtained or return your bicycle to your Ratikon dealer for further adjustment.
3.12.2 To change gear, use the speed gear shifters located on the left and right side of the
handlebar. Left shifter change gears on the front 3 chainrings, the right shifter changes between 7
gears. Beware of crossing the chain (for example the biggest front cha the lightest rear gear).
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Warranty, battery maintenance and user responsibilities
Repair or replacement of components
Only use this product in accordance with this user manual. Ratikon offer a limited warranty on the
bicycle.
Exceptions to Limited Warranties
Your Ratikon bike may not be covered by our warranty for any of the following reasons: