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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HELPLINE CALL FCSI LTD  ON 01789 207419

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Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL HELPLINE CALL FCSI LTD ON 01789 207419 ...

Page 2: ...front and rear brake 4 Axle Nut 30Nm QR Axle 5Nm 5 Chain Wheel Securing Bolt 38Nm 6 Pedal 40Nm 7 F Derailleur Cable Fixing Bolt 4Nm 8 R Derailleur Cable Fixing Bolt 4Nm 9 Seat Pin Allen Head 20 35Nm 10 Saddle Clamp Bolt 30Nm 11 F Derailleur Clamp Bolt 5 5Nm TABLE OF RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 DESCRIPTION TORQUE 1 A Head Steerer Clamp Bolts 20Nm where fitted 2 Stem Bin...

Page 3: ... damage We recommend you record your cycle serial number stamped on the frame but a far Page 2 Page 2 Warranty COLORADO COLORADO bikes are guaranteed against material defects or faults of manufacturing from the date of the original purchase as follows Frame forks frames and forks are warranted against failure or defects for a period of following years 1 year on double suspension frames 1 year on s...

Page 4: ...eadset Reflectors pedal Check all fittings are secure Pedals Lightly oil bearings monthly Wheel Hubs Grease bearings monthly Adjust cones to avoid free play from side to side Disc Brakes Routine maintenance by your dealer recommended Reflectors Check monthly Securely fixed Tyres Check for cuts and wear Maintain pressure indicated on tyre wall for maximum efficiency Front Suspension unit Dealer adj...

Page 5: ...are free from kinks and fixed securely to the bicycle frame Page 4 Page 4 NB Wash cycle weekly with warm soapy water and polish dry with a soft cloth YOUR BICYCLE OWNER S RESPONSIBILITY Owner s Responsibility and Important Points Point 1 Carefully and thoroughly read this manual and follow the instructions Point 2 Any major service or adjustments on your bicycle should be carried out by a professi...

Page 6: ...rect position and clean and not obscured Damaged reflectors must be replaced immediately 5 Page 5 Page 5 Every six months more frequently if high mileage or subject to heavy use your bicycle should be professionally checked to ensure that it is in correct and safe working order But remember it is the responsibility of the rider to ensure all parts are in working order prior to riding the bike When...

Page 7: ... be ridden if seat adjustments are not properly tightened Saddle Seat Post Minimum Insertion mark Page 6 Page 6 General Suspension Units Notes Your cycle may be fitted with suspension units built into parts of the frame and forks We recommend these are serviced by your dealer as required More information may be found in the suspension manufacturers details supplied with your cycle Riding Position ...

Page 8: ...aring play overtightening will cause premature wear If in doubt contact your retailer for service Page 7 Page 7 HANDLEBARS AND STEMS As your cycle may be fitted with a standard quill stem or an A Head stem you must always check that all the bolts are tight before cycling Standard Stem Loosen expander bolt so that expander wedge is not tight in bottom of handlebar stem Gently tap the top of the exp...

Page 9: ... the braking system is not working correctly If you are in doubt take your bicycle to your dealer Page 8 Page 8 6mm Allen Key Handlebar Stem Bolt Allen Head Recessed Type A Head Type Compression Bolt Steerer Clamp Bolts Compression Cap 5 Star Washer Stem Bolts Extension Spacers Bearing Seat Top cup with Bearings inside Minimum Insertion Mark Binder Bolt Stem Expander Bolt Standard Stem BRAKES WARN...

Page 10: ...e left and on the right side 1 3 2 Nipple Slot Lead Pipe Rubber Boot Reach Adjuster Screw Ferrule Page 9 Page 9 BRAKE MAINTENANCE 1 Check cables are corrosion free and lubricated to maintain smooth function 2 Check all cables are free of kinks or frayed section replace as necessary 3 From time to time check all the retaining bolts are secure including those of the pads 4 Replace lost cable end pro...

Page 11: ...move through no more than approx 20 30 of its travel before the pads are firmly against the rim 7 If you find when you pull the brake lever that one pad hits the rim before the other You will need to alter the spring tension in the brake arms You can increase spring tension by screwing the adjuster in clockwise and reduce by turning anti clockwise The pad that hits first needs the tension reducing...

Page 12: ...ofessional advice from your supplier or cycle repairer should you have any doubts on this matter Page 11 Page 11 As the brake pads wear in normal use you will find that lever travel increase before the pads are against the rim You can follow the adjustments outlined in point 7 8 and 10 to take up this wear Pads should be replaced when they are worn to the wear limit line If this is not indicated o...

Page 13: ...y signs of uneven wear that could comprimise brake function on your bike if in doubt consult your dealer Page 12 Page 12 CHAIN TENSION If your cycle has a single rear gear sprocket internal gears or single speed cycles You may need to adjust the chain tension from time to time or after rear wheel removal To adjust the chain tension correctly both wheel retaining nuts should be loose Pull the wheel...

Page 14: ...s 7 The GCD should not be used under extreme conditions mud clay snow This can lead to excessive wear or also damage the belt 8 The GCD can not be used above its wear limit 9 The use of an idler pulley is forbidden 10 The installation or replacement of worn parts is carried out by qualified personnel only 11 Because of safety reasons we can not take back a shipped belt for credit note 12 An alread...

Page 15: ...all rear sprockets develop high gear ratios for speed work and downhill riding The small front chainring produces low gear ratios while the larger front chainrings produce higher gear ratios To operate your derailleur gear system efficiently and reduce damage wear and reduce noise to a minimum avoid using the maximum crossover gear ratios of large chainring large rear sprocket small chainring smal...

Page 16: ... you are unable to change gear Do not lubricate as levers work on friction FRONT T Q 1 2 3 4 5 W le Q O ch yo fr Page 15 Page 15 REAR GEAR ADJUSTMENT We strongly suggest that you return your bicycle to your dealer for gear adjustments However in case of emergency and for minor adjustments the fault finding chart should help you Finding and Correcting Problems Problem 1 Changing from gear selected ...

Page 17: ...manouvere the wheel out of the rear of the frame with minimum interference from the drive system Page 16 Page 16 TYRE CARE AND WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS CONTINUED QUICK RELEASE FRONT WHEEL 1 To remove the front wheel first release the front wheel brake The release the quick release lever on the axle and pull the wheel from the forks 2 To install fit wheel into forks with quick release lever on the left si...

Page 18: ...tably sized spanner having first removed the dust cap Torque setting 38Nm 320 Ibs ins 30 lbs ft P Page 17 Page 17 STANDARD WHEEL ADJUSTMENT REMOVAL To Remove Rear Wheel Move the chain onto the smallest rear sprocket Disengage the brake quick release lever if your bicycle is so equipped Loosen both axle nuts by turning in a counter clockwise direction Pull the derailleur mechanism gear for addition...

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Page 20: ...e tire Whatever caused the puncture may still be lodged through the tread ready to strike again P Page 19 Page 19 GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARNING As with all mechanical components the bicycle is subjected to wear and high stresses Different materials and components may react to wear or stress fatique in different ways If the design life of a component has been exceeded it may suddenly fail possibly ca...

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Page 22: ... to its new riding posture resist the temptation to keep fiddling for four or five rides Page 21 Page 21 TYRE CARE To obtain maximum life and full benefit from your tyres it is essential to maintain the recommended pressure indicated on the tyre sidewall Unnecessary hard braking and skidding greatly reduces tyre life Make sure your tyres do not come into contact with oil petrol paraffin or other r...

Page 23: ...ricaly assited cycles pedalecs having electrical components comply with EN 15194 in this respect Page 22 Page 22 BICYCLES STANDARDS Roux bikes are manufactured to comply with ISO 4210 2 this covers city and trekking young adult mountain and racing bicycles This part of ISO 4210 does not apply to specialized types of bicycle such as delivery bicycles recumbent bicycles tandems BMX bicycles and bicy...

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