User manual SCOTT GENERAL INFO

[. . . ] SCOTT 2011 BIKE OWNERS MANUAL SCOTT SPORTS SA | 17 RTE DU CROCHET | 1762 GIVISIEZ | SWITZERLAND © 2009 SCOTT SPORTS SA, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | SCOTT-SPORTS. COM A GENERAL INFO CONTENT Congratulations Bicycle Safety Saddle height GENERAL Suspension on Scott mountain bikes Gears Brakes Tires and rims Maintenance and care Bicycle care Trouble shooting Warranty Parts of wear and tear SCOTT Service Plan P. 028 ENGLISH 2 2011 SCOTT BIKE OWNERS MANUAL 3 GENERAL CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a new Scott bicycle!We are confident that the bicycle will exceed your expectations for value, performance, and ride quality. Each frame set and component has been custom specified and designed to enhance your riding experience. [. . . ] Please find following example: INFLATETOMIN. 3. 5(50PSI)-MAX. 6. 0BAR(85PSI) GENERAL 13 ENGLISH Rim and wear of the rim If the brake system has brake pads, you have to be aware of the fact that the rim will be worn through the action of braking. When riding in wet and muddy terrain for example, the rim is quickly worm out. Small cracks in the brake surface of the rim or a deformation of the brake surface on the rim when increasing the tire pressure point out the end of the lifetime of the rim and the rim should be replaced immediately at an authorized dealer. Scott bikes that are fully equipped (lights, mudguard, carrier) have a wear-outindicator. Please follow the instructions of the rim manufacturer shown in a manual or on the rim itself. 12 2011 SCOTT BIKE OWNERS MANUAL Wheel quick release Important: Ridingwithanimproperlyadjustedwheelquickreleasecanallowthewheelto wobbleordisengagefromthebicycle, causingseriousinjuryordeathtotherider. Move the wheel's quick-release lever from the locked or CLOSED position to the OPEN position. If your front fork does not have a secondary retention device go to step (5). If your front fork has a clip-on type secondary retention device, disengage it and go to step (5). If your front fork has an integral secondary retention device, loosen the tension adjusting nut enough to allow removing the wheel; then go to the next step. Raise the front wheel a few inches off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of your hand to knock the wheel out of the front fork. CLOSED position Adjusting the quick release mechanism 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. OPEN position 14 2011 SCOTT BIKE OWNERS MANUAL Fix a flat tire Bike tires are fitted with tubes. Unhook the tire from one side of the rim, using tire tools, not screwdrivers. Put the tire bead in the rim starting at the valve and finishing at the opposite end, working on both sides. Close the brake's quick release system carefully. Maximum weight and load of Scott bikes Scottmountainbikes are intended for a maximum rider weight of 110 kgs, the overall weight of bike incl. Scotttrekkingbikes are intended for a maximum rider weight of 110 kgs, the overall weight of bike incl. rider and a maximum load of 25kgs should not exceed 143-150kgs (depending on bike weight). Scottroadbikes are intended for a maximum rider weight of 110 kgs, the overall weight of bike incl. Scottkidsbikes are intended for a maximum load of 50 kgs including rider and load. Pleasealwaysnoteandrespecttheinformationofthecomponentsuppliers regardingthemaximumriderweight GENERAL Use of a bicycle hauler Scott bikes are not intended for the use of haulers (load-haulers, kids-haulers, Trailer bikes). Please note that Scott will not take any warranty or responsibility when using a hauler. There are too many different haulers and hauler fixation systems on the market to give a detailed table of systems that might fit without technical problems or endangering the passengers. Use of Scott bikes in public traffic Please note and respect the national laws concerning the use of equipped and nonequipped bikes in public traffic. [. . . ] This depends on the use of the bike and is influenced by the riding style. In addition check the air pressure regularly and inflate the tire according to the pressure recommended by the producer of the tire which is imprinted on the sidewall of the tire. Chain GENERAL Due to its use the chain is subject to wear and tear. This depends on maintenance and conditions of use of the bike (amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc. ). Cleaning and greasing will help to prolong its life but you will have to replace the chain when reaching the wear limit. Light Systems and reflectors A well functioning light system is of a very high importance for your riding safety in public traffic. [. . . ]