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| ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2016
ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2016 |
TREKKING-PEDELEC
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The friction generated by braking causes wear to the brake pads as well as to
the rotors. Frequent rides in the rain and dirt and on uneven ground can accel-
erate wear on both braking surfaces. Depending on the manufacturer and the
model there are different ways of checking the brake pads and rotors for their
wear limits.
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New brake pads have to be bedded in before they reach their optimal
braking performance. Accelerate your SCOTT bike about 30 to 50 times to
around 30 kmh and bring it to a halt each time. This procedure is finished, when
the force required at the lever for braking has stopped decreasing.
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Disc brakes get hot in use. For this reason do not touch the brakes directly
after stopping, especially after a long downhill ride.
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Dirty brake pads and rotors can lead to drastically reduced braking power.
Therefore, make sure the brake remains free of oil and other fluids, espe-
cially when you clean your SCOTT bike or grease the chain
(e)
. Dirty brake pads
can under no circumstances be cleaned, they must be replaced! Rotors can be
cleaned with special brake cleaners or with warm water and mild soap.
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Unusual noises (scratching, chafing etc.) during braking and/or a noticeable
change of the braking force (stronger or weaker) are indications that the
brake pads are soiled or worn down. Check the brake pads and replace them,
if necessary
(f)
. Otherwise you risk further damage, e.g. to the rotor, or even an
accident due to brake failure! If you are in doubt, contact your SCOTT dealer.
CAUTION!
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If your SCOTT bike has disc brakes, be sure to mount the safety locks be-
fore transporting your bike with the wheels dismounted.
Synchronising and readjusting
Hydraulic rim brakes are synchronised together with the alignment of the brake
pads. The position of the brake lever where the brake starts to act, also referred
to as the pressure point, can be adjusted to the size of the hand as well as to
individual convenience at the same time. For more information also observe the
notes in chapter “Brake lever reach adjustment“.
As the brake pads wear down, the pressure point moves towards the handlebar
grips. Make absolutely sure you cannot pull the brake lever all the way to the
handlebar grip
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Most brake models are, however, fitted with a bolt or a small knob at the brake
lever unit
(b)
to compensate the wear. Observe the operating instructions of the
brake manufacturer on this SCOTT info CD. If you are in doubt or if you have any
questions, contact your SCOTT dealer.
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Read the manual of the brake manufacturer on this SCOTT info CD carefully
before removing the wheel or doing any maintenance work. Improper oper-
ation can lead to brake failure.
DISC BRAKES
Operation and wear
The most striking feature of disc brakes
(c)
is their outstanding braking effect.
They respond a lot faster in wet conditions than rim brakes do and achieve their
normal high braking power within a very short time. They require little mainte-
nance and do not wear down the rims as rim brakes do. Disc brakes consist of
the brake calliper
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, the rotor, the brake lines (hydraulic) or cables (mechan-
ical) as well as the brake lever unit. Actuating the brake lever compresses the
hydraulic pistons through hydraulic pressure or mechanically, pushing the brake
pads against the rotor.
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