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7. Are the tyres in good condition and do they have sufficient pressure? Note that a
pedelec weighs heavier and that your usual tyre pressure may be insufficient. A
higher pressure gives a better riding stability and reduces the risk of a puncture.
The minimum and maximum pressure (in bar or psi) is indicated on the tyre side.
For more information read chapter
“The Wheels”
of your general STEVENS user
manual and the operating instructions on the enclosed CD-ROM.
8. Spin the wheels to check whether the rims are true. If you have disc brakes,
watch the gap between frame and rim or tyre and, if you have rim brakes,
between brake pad and rim. Untrue rims can be an indication of tyres with
ruptured sides or broken axles or spokes.
For more information read chapter
“The Wheels”
of your general STEVENS user
manual and the operating instructions on the enclosed CD-ROM.
9. Test the brakes in standing by firmly pulling the brake levers towards the han-
dlebars. Make sure you cannot pull the brake levers all the way to the handlebar
and check the hydraulic brake cables for leaks. Check the thickness of the brake
pads, as well.
With disc brakes you should directly get a positive braking response. If you have
to actuate the brake lever more than once to get a positive braking response,
have the STEVENS pedelec checked by your STEVENS dealer.
The brake pads of rim brakes must hit the rim evenly with their entire surface
without touching the tyre during braking or in open condition or in between.
For more information read chapter
“The Brake System”
of your general STEVENS
user manual and the operating instructions on the enclosed CD-ROM.
Danger:
The drive is free of vibrations. During use your STEVENS pedelec is undergoing stress
resulting from the surface of the road and through the rider’s action. Due to these
dynamic loads, the different parts of your bicycle react with wear and fatigue. Check
your STEVENS pedelec regularly for wear marks, scratches, deformations, colour
changes and any indication of cracking. Components which have reached the end
of their service life may break without previous warning. Let your STEVENS dealer
maintain and service your STEVENS pedelec regularly and in cases of doubt it is
always best to replace components.
Caution:
When you park your
STEVENS pedelec,
remove the display
if possible. This is to
protect your STEVENS
pedelec against theft;
in addition, it cannot be
used directly with drive
assistance.
10. Let your STEVENS pedelec bounce on the ground from a small height.
Danger:
Improperly closed
quick-releases and
other fastenings can
cause components of
the STEVENS pedelec to
come loose and result in
serious accidents!
Danger:
Do not use your
STEVENS pedelec, if it
fails on one of these
points! Riding a defec-
tive STEVENS pedelec
can result in serious
accidents! If you are in
doubt or if you have any
questions, contact your
STEVENS dealer.
If there is any rattling, see where it comes from. Check the bearings, the bolts and
the proper seat of the battery, if necessary.
11. If you want to ride on public roads, make sure your STEVENS pedelec is equipped
according to the regulations of your country. Riding without lights and reflectors
in dark or dim conditions is very dangerous
because you will be seen too late or not at all by other road users. A lighting set
that corresponds to the regulations is a must on public roads. Turn on the lights
as soon as dusk sets in.
For more information read chapter
“Legal Requirements for Riding on Public Roads”
of your general STEVENS user manual on the enclosed CD-ROM.
12. If your STEVENS pedelec has suspension, check it as follows: Press down on
your STEVENS pedelec and see whether the spring elements retract and extend
as usual.
For more information read chapter
“Suspension Forks”
of your general STEVENS
user manual and the operating instructions on the enclosed CD-ROM.
13. If your pedelec has a kickstand, make sure it is fully raised before you set off.
Risk of falling!
14. Do not forget to take a high quality folding, D- or chain lock with you on your
ride. The only way to effectively protect your STEVENS pedelec against theft is
to lock it to an immovable object. It is also recommended to always remove the
rechargeable battery from the pedelec.
