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Safety Information
Important Composites Message
Safety Information
Compliance/Regulation
138222 Rev 1 (03/20)
Important Composites
Message
Your bike (frame and components) is
made from composite materials also
known as “carbon fiber.”
All riders must understand a fundamental
reality of composites. Composite
materials constructed of carbon fibers are
strong and light, but when crashed or
overloaded, carbon fibers do not bend,
they break.
For your safety, as you own and use the
bike, you must follow proper service,
maintenance, and inspection of all the
composites (frame, stem, fork, handlebar,
seat post, etc.) Ask your Cannondale
Dealer for help.
We urge you to read PART II, Section D.
“Inspect For Safety” in your
Cannondale
Bicycle Owner’s Manual
BEFORE you
ride.
You can be severely injured, paralyzed or
killed in an accident if you ignore this
warning.
Inspection & Crash Damage Of
Carbon Frames/Forks
After A Crash Or Impact:
Inspect frame carefully for damage. See
PART II, Section D. Inspect For Safety in
your
Cannondale Bicycle Owner’s Manual
.
Do not ride your bike if you see any sign of
damage, such as broken, splintered, or
delaminated carbon fiber.
Any of the following may indicate a
delamination or damage:
•
An unusual or strange feel to the
frame
•
Carbon which has a soft feel or
altered shape
•
Creaking or other unexplained
noises,
•
Visible cracks, a white or milky color
present in carbon fiber section
Continuing to ride a damaged frame
increases the chances of frame failure,
with the possibility of injury or death of
the rider.
No Child Seats or Trailers
Child seats and trailers or racks can not
be used and are not allowed to be used
with your Cannondale E-Bike.
Compliance/Regulation
YOU MUST OBEY ALL LOCAL LAWS & REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS - It is your
responsibility to identify and follow all local laws and regulations necessary for legal
compliance. Compliance with local regulation is critical to the safety of a rider and others
where the bike is used.
Here are some important specifications related to compliance with local laws:
VEHICLE CLASS - A definition (California, USA) of the different types of E-Bikes, E-Bike
labeling and legal use areas, including any required additional equipment, registration, and
applicable rider age restrictions.
VEHICLE CATEGORY - A definition of the European Union of the different types of E-Bikes,
who and where they may be used, necessary additional equipment such as lighting and
signaling devices as well as any necessary insurance and licensing.
MINIMUM OPERATOR AGE - A minimum age require-ment for a rider of the E-Bike. This
restriction as well as speed and additional equipment requirements (light, helmets, license
plates, signal lamps, etc.)
Follow any state or local laws for any minimum age restrictions for E-Bikes.
Ask your local Authorized Cannondale Dealer for more information about operating an
electrically assisted pedal bicycle in your area.
