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Basic information
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Dripping oil or grease.
environmental hazard!
• Take care to ensure that no oil or grease drips down.
• Wipe up spilled oil or grease with a cloth immediately.
• Spilled oil or excess grease should be disposed of in
an environmentally responsible fashion, in accordance
with applicable national and local regulations.
What should be used for cleaning:
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clean cloths,
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mild, lukewarm soapy solution,
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soft brush or sponge,
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cleaning and preservative agents.
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As and when required, seek advice from your specialist dealer
on suitable cleaning and servicing products.
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Clean the bicycle immediately if it gets dirty e.g. after riding
in the rain.
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Clean the bicycle regularly even if it is only slightly dirty.
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Wipe down all surfaces and components with a damp sponge.
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Use a mild soapy solution to dampen the sponge.
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After cleaning, wipe dry all surfaces and components.
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Maintain lacquered surfaces and metallic surfaces on the
frame at least once every six months.
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If your bicycle is equipped with rim brakes, do not use main
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tenance products on the rims, likewise if it is fitted with disc
brakes, do not use maintenance products on the brake discs.
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Read and follow the advice in the enclosed manufacturer’s
informational leaflets about cleaning individual components.
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If you use the bicycle in difficult conditions, shorten the clean
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ing and servicing intervals.
Difficult conditions include:
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Frequent use on challenging terrain.
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Use in poor weather conditions e.g.:
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In winter: particular risk of corrosion due to de-icing salt on
the roads.
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In sludge or mud: increased wear due to excessive soiling of
moving parts.
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In salty environments: particular risk of corrosion due to salty
air.
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In livestock environments: particular risk of corrosion due to
ammoniac air.
