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Appendix: Quick Release Levers

Many Izip and Ezip bicycle models use quick release (QR) levers to facilitate common tasks such as front wheel removal and seat height adjustment. 

When properly adjusted, quick release levers are both safe and convenient, but you must understand and apply the correct technique to adjust them 

properly before riding your bicycle to prevent serious injury or death from a fall. 

Quick release levers use a cam action to clamp the wheel or other components in place. Because of their adjustable nature, it is critical that you 

understand how they work, how to use them properly, and how much force you need to apply to secure them.

Warning: 

The full force of the cam action is needed to clamp the wheel securely. Holding the nut with one hand and turning the lever like a wing nut is 

NOT a safe or effective way to close a quick release and will not clamp the wheel or other components safely.

QUICK RELEASE USAGE

 

Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or fall off the bicycle, which can cause serious injury or death. 

Therefore, it is essential that you: 

 

1. Ask your dealer or a local bike shop to help you make sure you know how to install and remove your wheels safely.

 

2. Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your wheel in place with a quick release.

 

3. Each time, before you ride the bike, check that the wheel is securely clamped.

Installing a quick release front wheel 

In a quick release system, the wheel hub is clamped in place by the force of the quick release cam pushing against one dropout and pulling the tension 

adjusting nut, by way of the skewer, against the other dropout. The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut. Turning the 

tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating increases clamping force; turning it counterclockwise while keeping the cam 

lever from rotating reduces clamping force. Less than half a turn of the tension adjusting nut can make the difference between safe clamping force and 

unsafe clamping force. 

Currie Technologies

 

Technical and Customer Service 

1-800-377-4532

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Страница 1: ...Please Refer to your Owner s Manual for Detailed Setup Instructions Technical Customer Service 1 800 377 4532 IZIP VIA URBANO ASSEMBLY GUIDE ...

Страница 2: ...not absolutely vital to the assembly of this product but failure to apply it as directed could cause parts to seize over time and irreparably damage the frame or components Because bicycle parts tend to be greasy it is recommended that you lay down a tarp or sheet to protect your floor if assembling the bike indoors It is best to remove the protective packaging during the assembly process only as ...

Страница 3: ...heel aside for now Make sure the fork is properly aligned to the bike the disc brake caliper black box attached to one of the fork legs should be on the left side of the bicycle when the fork is rotated correctly 4 Remove the packaging from the front of the bike exposing the steering column and hinge Push the silver tab to unlock the quick release QR lever on the steering column then open the leve...

Страница 4: ...the lever referring to the appendix to this guide discussing quick release clamps You can tell if the handlebars are properly secure by holding the fork steady and trying to twist the handlebars out of alignment If the handlebars are able to turn you must adjust the quick release properly or risk having the handlebars turn away from you while riding likely causing a fall Open QR D Handlebars Seatp...

Страница 5: ...he spring and nut Leave the nut loose for now about two turns in 11 Drop the front wheel into the fork guiding the brake rotor into the slot in the brake caliper Close the wheel s quick release tightening the skewer s end nut to adjust preload as necessary to make the wheel secure Refer to the appendix to this guide discussing wheel quick releases for more information on the use and adjustment of ...

Страница 6: ...are marked R and L for Right and Left 13 Turn the bike right side up using the kickstand to keep it upright 14 Adjust your front and rear brakes Your brakes may not be fully adjusted from the factory refer to your owner s manual for detailed instructions on brake adjustment or consult a professional bike mechanic if you are not comfortable making these adjustments yourself Do not attempt to ride y...

Страница 7: ...Fold the frame in half at this hinge Photo N Undo the handlebar hinge quick release and fold the handlebars down so they lie next to the frame see step 4 Photo O Lower the seat post if you wish to further compact the bicycle Fold the pedals by pushing the body of the pedal towards the bike then swinging the body downward Photo P M N O P Currie Technologies Technical and Customer Service 1 800 377 ...

Страница 8: ...ay the battery gauge measures charge the indicator lights may fluctuate while riding based on the motor s current load The best indication of remaining battery life is to check the battery level gauge LEDs after reaching cruising speed on a smooth flat straight road This will allow the battery voltage to stabilize and will give a much more accurate reading 3 The button controls motor assist power T...

Страница 9: ...pose the battery terminals be careful not to cross them with your fingers or jewelry 2 Press the battery release button while pulling the battery out of the frame The battery fits tightly into the frame to prevent vibration so it may initially be difficult to remove Installation To re insert the battery pack Push the battery back into the frame making sure the release button lines up and pops thro...

Страница 10: ... wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or fall off the bicycle which can cause serious injury or death Therefore it is essential that you 1 Ask your dealer or a local bike shop to help you make sure you know how to install and remove your wheels safely 2 Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your wheel in place with a quick release 3 Each time before you ride the bike...

Страница 11: ...urved toward the wheel To apply enough clamping force you should have to wrap your fingers around the fork blade for leverage and the lever should leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand WARNING Securely clamping the wheel takes considerable force If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for leverage and the lever does not leave a clear im...

Страница 12: ...ert the seatpost with saddle attached into the bicycle s seat tube 2 Swing the quick release lever into the CLOSED position 3 Grab the saddle with both hands and attempt to rotate it and thus rotate the seatpost in the seat tube 4 If you are able to force the seatpost out of alignment with the frame the seatpost clamp needs to be adjusted Holding the quick release lever in the OPEN position with o...

Страница 13: ...ver or under inflated tires can blow off the rim and cause a fall We recommend using a bicycle pump with pressure gauge Bike won t turn on no lights on handlebar control box Check that the physical switch located on the right side of the bicycle near the center hinge is in the ON position before press ing the control box ON OFF button Battery may not be charged Brakes rub when riding Re adjust bra...

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Страница 16: ...9453 Owensmouth Ave Chatsworth CA 91311 Phone 1 800 377 4532 Fax 1 818 734 8199 www currietech com ...

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