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8.2 Torque Force 

Specifications

Assembly

Torque (Nm)

1. Handlebar stem bolt

20-30

2. Handlebar

20-30

3. Stem inclination bolt

20-30

4. Crank arm bolt

40-55

5. Wheel axle bolts (front and rear)

35-50

6. Brake lever bolts

6-10

7. Saddle retention bolt front

8-12

8. Saddle retention bolt rear

15-18

NOTE: The stem inclination bolt (3) is only
used on bikes with adjustable handlebar stem.

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Страница 1: ...any of the most advanced developments in bicycle design and manufacturing technology For further Lafree information see page 2 Now with the introduction of the Lafree electric bike Giant has given tra...

Страница 2: ...18 7 1 Variable Power control VPC Throttle 18 7 2 Power Assisted Pedal 18 7 3 Energy set Ignition 19 7 3 1 The ignition switch 19 7 3 2 The safety switch 19 7 4 Self Diagnostic Check 19 7 5 Light Emit...

Страница 3: ...nents or the entire bicycle Even though Lafree functions as a standard bicycle you should still review the chapters on bicycle operation especially if you haven t ridden owned a bicycle within the las...

Страница 4: ...17 hub 18 quick release cam lever 19 bottom bracket inside motor housing 20 crank arm 21 chainring inside motor housing 22 drive chain 23 pedal 24 rear derailleur 25 freehub gearhub 26 seatpost 27 sa...

Страница 5: ...rge level indicator lights 2 2 Control centre handlebar 1 Variable Power Control twist throttle 2 Variable Power Control cable 3 grip 4 rear derailleur gear shifter Grip Shift 5 shifter cable 6 shifte...

Страница 6: ...u control the amount of power output simply by twisting the VPC Throttle 3 1 Frequently Asked Questions FAQ s Q Do I need any special skills or licenses to ride Lafree A Special permits or licensing m...

Страница 7: ...Q What happens when the Energy Set becomes depleted A When the energy level in Lafree s battery reaches one percent of maximum capacity the battery needs to be re charged Simply plug Lafree s power c...

Страница 8: ...Check the adjustment as described above Under no circumstances should the seat post protrude from the frame beyond its Minimum Insertion or Maximum Extension mark Fig 4C 8 4 BIKE SIZING AND SAFETY FI...

Страница 9: ...d cause you to lose control and fall 9 Handlebar position can be adjusted as follows 4 1 3 2 Handlebar stem height There is no general rule for the height of the handle bar For a more sportive riding...

Страница 10: ...o place when ignition is at ON position Self Diagnostic Sequence Automatically checks that VPC Throttle Brake Actuated Motor Shut off and the torque sensor are functioning Safety switch disables the m...

Страница 11: ...brakes Fig 4E 4F and with disc brakes Visually inspect for proper cable routing Squeeze the brake levers Brake levers should engage hoes rear roller brake at approximately half way through their arc o...

Страница 12: ...4 3 6 Handlebar and saddle alignment Are the saddle and handlebar stem correctly in line with the bike s top tube and tight enough so that you can t twist them out of alignment 4 3 7 Handlebar ends Ar...

Страница 13: ...ing the front suspension compresses and the front end may drop noticeably You could lose control and fall if your riding skills are not sufficient to negotiate this mechanical function of the suspensi...

Страница 14: ...not touch battery while charging is taking place as battery can reach temperature of up to 50 degrees Celsius Lift the Energy Set s charging cord cover grasp the plug and pull to extend cord If the c...

Страница 15: ...2 Storage Transportation 6 2 1 Removing Charging and Storing Energy Set Lafree s Energy Set can be removed from the bicycle for easier charging and storage When removing carrying and storing the Energ...

Страница 16: ...y after three months If you have stored the Energy Set for longer than two months without charging discharge and recharge the battery Please repeat this every two months In case you forgot to discharg...

Страница 17: ...ned with water only Do not use solvents or cleaning solutions of any kind Do not attempt to open Energy Set s battery case or charging unit There are no user serviceable parts in the Energy Set If you...

Страница 18: ...mply by twisting the VPC Throttle which is located on the right side of the handlebars When your speed reaches or exceeds 25 km h Lafree s motor will automatically disengage and stop assisting until t...

Страница 19: ...tomatically locked into the Energy Set compartment when ignition is in the ON position OFF Lafree s electronic features will not function The Energy Set is locked into the Energy Set compartment and t...

Страница 20: ...inate depending on how much pressure torque is being applied CAUTION If any of these features fail the diagnostic check take your Lafree to an authorised Lafree dealer immediately Operating Lafree wit...

Страница 21: ...ED1 will flash 7 7 Front Wheel Quick Release Lever Cam WARNING Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicycle which may cause damage...

Страница 22: ...er these tabs are not designed to keep the wheel in place should the quick release lever open accidentally If you hear or feel looseness coming from the front wheel stop riding immediately and check t...

Страница 23: ...heel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts and at the same time centring the wheel rim in the fork rotate the quick release lever upwards and push it into the CLOSE position Fig 7G To do...

Страница 24: ...s 1 2mm Some models are equipped with internal gear hub Removing and installing the rear wheel with internal gear hub requires special tools Consult your dealer 7 8 Seat Post Quick Release Lafree is e...

Страница 25: ...rating while the brakes are applied take it to your authorised Lafree dealer immediately for service WARNING Always run the Self Diagnostic test before every ride to ensure Brake Actuated Motor Shut O...

Страница 26: ...gear disengage VPC Throttle by rotating the throttle forward clockwise and resuming power assisted pedal by putting manual power to the pedals Whenever shifting gears shift early before pedal pressure...

Страница 27: ...take your Lafree to an authorised Lafree dealer for inspection 7 13 Rear fork lock Operating the rear fork lock mechanism Fig 7K Push the lock pin slightly in the direction of the pin Now rotate the p...

Страница 28: ...ss of which option you select we recommend that the first time you work on something on your bike ask your dealer to check the quality of your work before you attempt to ride the bike There may be a s...

Страница 29: ...ice any of these problems or if your brakes and or shifter are not functioning smoothly ask your dealer to check and replace the cables and or wires if necessary Squeeze spokes in adjoining pairs on e...

Страница 30: ...0 3 Stem inclination bolt 20 30 4 Crank arm bolt 40 55 5 Wheel axle bolts front and rear 35 50 6 Brake lever bolts 6 10 7 Saddle retention bolt front 8 12 8 Saddle retention bolt rear 15 18 NOTE The s...

Страница 31: ...e of plastic milk carton etc Either patch the tube follow the instructions in your patch kit or use a new innertube It is always a good idea to have a new innertube as well as a patch kit in case the...

Страница 32: ...rning the brake cable adjusting barrel s clockwise to slacken the cable and open up the brakes see Section 4 3 4 If the wheel still won t turn open the brake s quick release see Section 7 7 and secure...

Страница 33: ...r construction defects for a period of 1 year 6 The original parts of other manufacturers applied to the Lafree bicycle will be guaranteed by Lafree according to the terms and conditions of the manufa...

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