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Operation
6.5
Before each ride
6.6
Check list before each ride
Check the pedelec before each ride.
Do not use the pedelec if there is evidently
something wrong with it.
Crash caused by difficult-to-spot damage
If the pedelec topples over or you have a fall or an
accident, there may be difficult-to-spot damage to
components such as the brake system, quick
releases or
frame
. This may cause a crash with
injuries.
Take the pedelec out of service and have a
specialist dealer carry out an inspection.
Crash caused by material fatigue
Intensive use can cause material fatigue. A
component may suddenly fail in case of material
fatigue. This may cause a crash with injuries.
Remove the pedelec from service immediately
if there are any signs of material fatigue. Have
the specialist dealer check the state.
Have the specialist dealer carry out a basic
inspection regularly. During the inspection, the
specialist dealer will inspect the pedelec for
any signs of material fatigue on the frame,
fork, suspension element mountings (if there
are any) and components made of composite
materials.
Carbon becomes brittle when exposed to heat
radiation such as heating. This can cause the
carbon part to break and result in a crash with
injuries.
Never expose carbon parts on the pedelec to
strong sources of heat.
CAUTION
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Check that the pedelec is complete.
Check the battery is firmly in place.
Check that the lighting, reflector and brake, for instance,
are sufficiently clean.
You must check that the mudguards, the pannier rack and
the chain guard are securely installed.
Check that the front and rear wheels run true. This is
particularly important if the pedelec been transported or
secured with a lock.
Check the valves and the tyre pressure. Adjust as
necessary before each ride.
If the pedelec has a hydraulic rim brake, check whether the
locking levers are fully closed in their final positions.
Check the front and rear wheel brakes to make sure that
they are working properly. To do so, push the brake levers
while stationary to check whether resistance is generated
in the usual brake lever position. The brake must not lose
any brake fluid.
Check that the riding light is working.
Check for unusual noises, vibrations, smells, staining,
deformation, cracks, scores, abrasion and wear. This
indicates material fatigue.
Inspect suspension system for cracks, dents, bumps, parts
or leaking oil. Look at concealed sections on the pedelec's
lower surface.
Use body weight to compress suspension system. Adjust to
the optimum sag value if suspension is too soft.
If quick releases are used check them to make sure that
they are fully closed in their end position. If quick release
axle systems are used, make sure that all attachment
screws are tightened to the correct torque.
Be alert to any unusual operating sensations when braking,
pedalling or steering.
Check that the ABS indicator lamp lights up correctly on
pedelecs with an ABS system.
