Wheeler City/trekking User manual

ATTENTION!

Please read pages 12-17 before your ﬁrst ride!

Please perform the functional check on pages 18-21 before every ride!

Please observe bike card!

Your Wheeler bicycle and this translation of these original operating instructions comply with the safety

requirements laid down in the European standard EN 14764 for city and trekking bicycles, EN 14765

for bicycles for young children and EN 15194 are referred to as pedelecs.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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CITY / TREKKING

PEDELEC / E-BIKE

CHILDREN´S BIKE

BAUTEILBESCHREIBUNG

Federgabel:

I Gabelkopf

II Standrohr

III Tauchrohr

IV Ausfallende

Rahmen:

a Oberrohr

b Unterrohr

c Zentralrohr

d Sitzrohr

e Kettenstrebe

f Sitzstrebe

g Steuerrohr

1 Sattel

2 Sattelstütze

3 Sattelstützenklemme

4 Gepäckträger

5 Rücklicht

6 Reﬂ ektor

7 Umwerfer

8 Bremse hinten

9 Bremsscheibe

10 Zahnkranz

11 Schaltwerk

12 Parkstütze

A Motor

B Akku

C Display und

Bedieneinheit

13 Kette

14 Kettenblatt

15 Tretkurbel

16 Pedal

17 Vorbau

18 Glocke

19 Lenker

20 Bremshebel

21 Schalthebel

22 Lenkungslager

23 Frontscheinwerfer

24 Bremse vorne

25 Bremsscheibe

26 Nabendynamo

Laufrad:

27 Schnellspanner

28 Speiche

29 Felge

30 Reifen

31 Nabe

COMPONENTS

Suspension fork:

I Fork crown

II Stanchion tube

III Lower leg

IV Drop-out

Frame:

a Top tube

b Down tube

c Seat tube

d Central tube

e Chainstay

f Rear stay

g Head tube

1 Saddle

2 Seat post

3 Seat post clamp

4 Pannier rack

5 Back light

6 Reﬂ ector

7 Front derailleur

8 Rear brake

9 Rotor

10 Cassette sprockets

11 Rear derailleur

12 Kick stand

AMotor

BRechargeable battery

CDisplay and

control element

13 Chain

14 Chainring

15 Crankset

16 Pedal

17 Stem

18 Bell

19 Handlebar

20 Brake lever

21 Shifter

22 Headset

23 Front light

24 Front brake

25 Rotor

26 Hub dynamo

Wheel:

27 Quick-release

28 Spoke

29 Rim

30 Tyre

31 Hub

DESCRIPTION DES COMPOSANTS

Fourche suspendue :

I Té de fourche

II Plongeur

III Fourreau

IV Patte de ﬁ xation

Cadre :

a Tube supérieure

b Tube diagonale

c Tube central

d Tube de selle

e Base

f Hauban

g Tube de direction

1 Selle

2 Tige de selle

3 Collier de serrage

de selle

4 Porte-bagages

5 Feu arrière

6 Réﬂ ecteur

7 Dérailleur avant

8 Frein arrière

9 Disque de frein

10 Jeu de pignons

11 Dérailleur arrière

12 Béquille de

stationnement

A Moteur

B Batterie

C Unité de commande

et visuel

13 Chaîne

14 Plateau

15 Manivelle

16 Pédale

17 Potence

18 Sonnette

19 Cintre

20 Levier de frein

21 Manette de vitesse

22 Jeu de direction

23 Phare avant

24 Frein avant

25 Disque de frein

26 Dynamo

Roue :

27 Attache rapide

28 Rayon

29 Jante

30 Pneumatique

31 Moyeu

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SOME NOTES ON THESE ORIGINAL

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The illustration shows a typical city/trekking bike and an E-bike/pedelec

– this type corresponds to the WHEELER bicycle or WHEELER pedelec

that you have just purchased. Today’s bicycles and e-bikes/pedelecs

come in a great many types that are designed for speciﬁc uses and are

equipped accordingly.

In the present operating instructions bicycles with drive support and

described as EPACs in the European standard EN 15194 are referred to

as pedelecs. For a precise description of the different EPAC types see

the chapter “Intended Use”.

In these operating instructions the term “bicycle” will always be used

in general descriptions if this refers to city/trekking/children’s bicycles

and pedelecs. If the warnings or information relate only to pedelecs

then these will be marked with a special symbol.

Pay particular attention to the following symbols:

gThis symbol indicates an imminent risk to your life or health

unless you comply with the corresponding handling in-

structions given or take preventive measures.

a This symbol warns you of incorrect actions that could result

in damage to property and the environment.

I This symbol provides you with information about how to

handle the product or refers to a passage in the operating

instructions that deserves your special attention.

The following symbols always appear if it is necessary to bring your

attention to special points concerning pedelecs. If you have purchased

a WHEELER pedelec then you should pay special attention to this infor-

mation and these warnings. Please note as well in all cases the general

warning information given in these operating instructions.

H This symbol indicates an imminent risk to your life or health

unless you comply with the corresponding handling instruc-

tions given or take preventive measures when using your

WHEELER pedelec. Please note as well in all cases the gen-

eral warning information given in these operating instruc-

tions.

S This symbol warns you of incorrect actions that could re-

sult in damage to property and the environment when using

your WHEELER pedelec. Please note as well in all cases

the general warning information given in these operating

instructions.

u This symbol provides you with information about how to

handle the WHEELER pedelec or refers to a passage in the

operating instructions that deserves your special attention.

Please note as well in all cases the general warning infor-

mation given in these operating instructions.

The described possible consequences will not be repeated in these op-

erating instructions every time one of the symbols appears.

This translation of the operating instructions is not intended to help you

assemble a WHEELER bicycle from individual components, to repair it

or to make a partly assembled bicycle ready for use. These operating

instructions are not applicable to any other than the displayed

bicycle types.

These operating instructions correspond to the requirements of the Eu-

ropean standards EN 14764 for city and trekking bicycles, EN 14765

for children’s bicycles, EN 15194 for Cycles– Electrically power assist-

ed cycles– EPAC bicycles and the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EU.

Comply also with the instructions of the parts manufacturers, which you

can ﬁnd on the enclosed CD.

The present operating instructions are subject to European law. If your

WHEELER bicycle is to be delivered to countries outside Europe, sup-

plementary information has to be provided by the bicycle manufacturer

as the case may be.

Technical details in the text and illustrations of these operating instruc-

tions are subject to change.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SOME NOTES ON THESE ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS 3

GENERAL SAFETY NOTES 6

INTENDED USE 9

BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE 12

Additional information “Before Your First Ride” with your WHEELER Pedelec ................................................... 16

BEFORE EVERY RIDE 18

Additional information “Before Every Ride” with your WHEELER Pedelec ......................................................... 21

AFTER AN ACCIDENT 22

Additional information “After an Accident” with your WHEELER Pedelec ..........................................................25

HOW TO USE QUICK-RELEASES 26

How to Fasten Components Securely with a Quick-Release ............................................................................... 27

ADJUSTING THE WHEELER BICYCLE TO THE RIDER 29

Setting the Saddle Height ..................................................................................................................................30

Adjusting the Height of the Handlebars .............................................................................................................32

Conventional Stems ..........................................................................................................................................33

Adjustable Stems ..............................................................................................................................................34

Stems for Threadless Systems, the Aheadset® System .....................................................................................34

Adjusting the Tilt of the Handlebars, Bar Ends and Brake Levers ...................................................................... 36

Adjusting the Brake Lever Reach.......................................................................................................................38

Correcting the Fore-To-Aft Position and Tilt of the Saddle ................................................................................39

Adjusting Saddle Position and Tilt ..................................................................................................................... 40

Patent clamping with one bolt or two parallel bolts ........................................................................................40

Clamping with two bolts in line ..................................................................................................................... 41

Single bolt system........................................................................................................................................42

BRAKE SYSTEM 43

General Information on Brakes ..........................................................................................................................43

Rim Brakes........................................................................................................................................................45

V-Brakes and Cantilever Brakes .......................................................................................................................45

Operation and Wear .....................................................................................................................................45

Functional Check ......................................................................................................................................... 45

Synchronising and Readjusting .....................................................................................................................46

Hydraulic Rim Brakes ....................................................................................................................................... 47

Operation and Wear ..................................................................................................................................... 47

Functional Check ......................................................................................................................................... 47

Synchronising and Readjusting .....................................................................................................................48

Disc Brakes .......................................................................................................................................................49

Operation and Wear .....................................................................................................................................49

Hydraulic Disc Brakes ...................................................................................................................................... 50

Functional Check ......................................................................................................................................... 50

Wear and Maintenance ................................................................................................................................ 50

Mechanical Disc Brakes ................................................................................................................................... 51

Functional Check ......................................................................................................................................... 51

Wear and Maintenance ................................................................................................................................ 51

Roller, Drum and Back-Pedal Brakes .................................................................................................................52

Checking and Readjusting Back-Pedal Brakes ..............................................................................................52

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GEARS 53

Derailleur Gears ................................................................................................................................................ 53

Checking and Readjusting ............................................................................................................................55

Adjusting the Rear Derailleur ........................................................................................................................ 56

Adjusting the Limit Stops .............................................................................................................................56

Adjusting the Front Derailleur .......................................................................................................................57

Shimano Di2 and Hub Gears..............................................................................................................................58

Operation ....................................................................................................................................................58

Multi-Speed Hubs (Internal Gear Hubs) .............................................................................................................58

Operation and Control ..................................................................................................................................58

Check, Readjustment and Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 59

Adjusting multi-speed hubs .......................................................................................................................... 59

Combined Multi-Speed Hub-Derailleur Gears.................................................................................................... 61

Operation and Control ..................................................................................................................................61

Checking and Readjusting ............................................................................................................................ 61

CHAIN – CARE AND WEAR 62

WHEELS AND TYRE EQUIPMENT 63

Tyres, Inner Tubes, Rim Tape, Inﬂation Pressure ............................................................................................... 63

Valves................................................................................................................................................................64

Rim Trueness and Spoke Tension ...................................................................................................................... 66

TYRE PUNCTURE 67

Wheel Removal ................................................................................................................................................. 67

Clincher and Folding Tyres ................................................................................................................................68

Tyre Removal ...................................................................................................................................................68

Tyre Mounting..................................................................................................................................................69

Wheel Mounting ................................................................................................................................................ 71

HEADSET 72

Checking and Readjusting ................................................................................................................................. 72

Conventional Headset .......................................................................................................................................73

Threadless Headset – Aheadset® ...................................................................................................................... 73

SUSPENSION 75

Glossary ............................................................................................................................................................ 75

Suspension Forks .............................................................................................................................................. 76

Adjusting the Spring Rate ................................................................................................................................. 76

Damping and Lockout ...................................................................................................................................... 78

Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................79

Suspension Seat Posts ...................................................................................................................................... 80

Check and Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................80

PEDELECS 81

Useful Tips for Riding a WHEELER Pedelec ....................................................................................................... 81

Riding with Drive Assistance ............................................................................................................................ 81

Range – Useful Information for a Long Ride ...................................................................................................... 83

Riding Without Drive Assistance .......................................................................................................................84

Riding a WHEELER Speed Pedelec – Special Features ......................................................................................85

Useful Information for Proper Handling of the Battery ....................................................................................... 87

CHILDREN’S BICYCLES 90

Useful Information for Parents ..........................................................................................................................90

Adjustment ........................................................................................................................................................ 91

LIGHTING SYSTEM 93

Rear light...........................................................................................................................................................93

Front Lamp ........................................................................................................................................................93

Bottle Dynamo ..................................................................................................................................................93

Hub Dynamo .....................................................................................................................................................94

Battery-Powered Lighting .................................................................................................................................94

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BICYCLES AND CYCLING 95

Cycling Helmets and Glasses ............................................................................................................................95

Clothing ............................................................................................................................................................. 95

Pedals and Shoes ..............................................................................................................................................96

Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................... 97

TRANSPORTING BAGGAGE 99

TAKING CHILDREN WITH YOU 100

Child-Carrier Seats..........................................................................................................................................100

Child Trailers ................................................................................................................................................... 100

Children’s Bicycle Towing Devices .................................................................................................................. 101

Towing Systems .............................................................................................................................................. 101

TRANSPORTING YOUR WHEELER BICYCLE 103

By Car ............................................................................................................................................................. 103

By Public Transport ......................................................................................................................................... 104

Special points concering Transport of your WHEELER Pedelec ....................................................................... 105

GENERAL NOTES ON CARE AND SERVICING 107

Maintenance and Servicing ............................................................................................................................. 107

Cleaning and maintaining your WHEELER Bicycle or Pedelec .......................................................................... 108

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 110

RECOMMENDED TORQUE SETTINGS FOR COMPONENTS 112

Recommended Torque Settings for Disc Brakes and Hydraulic Rim Brakes .................................................... 113

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR RIDING ON PUBLIC ROADS 114

WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE 116

WARRANY / GUARANTEE FOR WHEELER MODELS 118

LIST OF WHEELER DISTRIBUTORS 120

SERVICE SCHEDULE (TO BE STAMPED) 122

BIKE CARD 128

HANDOVER REPORT 129

GENERAL SAFETY NOTES

Dear Customer,

In purchasing this WHEELER bicycle

(a-e)

you have chosen a product

of high quality and technology. Each component of your new WHEELER

bicycle has been designed, manufactured and assembled with great

care and expertise. Your WHEELER bicycle dealer gave the bicycle its

ﬁnal assembly and adjustment to guarantee proper operation and many

enjoyable riding experiences with complete peace of mind from the very

ﬁrst metres.

These operating instructions contain a wealth of information on the

proper use of your WHEELER bicycle, its maintenance and operation

as well as interesting information on bicycle design and engineering.

Please read these instructions thoroughly. We are sure that even if you

have been cycling all your life you will ﬁnd useful and detailed infor-

mation. Bicycle and pedelec technology has developed at a very rapid

pace during recent years. Therefore, before setting off on your new

WHEELER bicycle, be sure to read at least the chapter “Before Your

FIRST Ride” ﬁrst.

To have as much fun as possible during cycling, be sure to carry out the

functional check described in chapter “Before EVERY Ride” before

setting off.

Even a manual as big as an encyclopaedia could not describe every

possible combination of bicycle models and components or parts on

the market. These operating instructions therefore focus on your newly

purchased WHEELER bicycle and standard components and provide

useful information and warnings. In addition to this, your BionX system

operating instructions give important information and warnings on han-

dling your new WHEELER pedelec.

When doing any adjusting or servicing, be aware that the detailed in-

structions and information provided in these operating instructions only

refer to this WHEELER city/trekking bicycle or WHEELER pedelec.

The information included here is not applicable to any other bicycle

type. As bicycles and pedelecs come in a wide variety of designs with

frequent model changes, the routines described may require comple-

mentary information. Comply also with the instructions of the parts

manufacturers, which you can ﬁnd on the enclosed CD.

Be aware that these instructions may require further explanation, de-

pending on the experience and/or skills of the person doing the work.

For some jobs you may require additional (special) tools or supplemen-

tary instructions. This manual cannot teach you the skills of a bicycle

mechanic.

Before you set off, let us point out a few things that are very important to

every cyclist: Never ride without a properly adjusted helmet and without

glasses

(f)

and take care to always wear suitable, bright clothing. As a

minimum you should wear straight cut trousers

(g)

and shoes

(h)

ﬁtting

the pedal system. Always ride carefully on public roads and observe the

trafﬁc rules so as not to endanger yourself or others.

This manual cannot teach you how to ride. Please be aware that cycling

is a hazardous activity that requires the rider to stay in control of his or

her WHEELER bicycle at all times.

Like any sport, cycling involves the risk of injury and damage. Keep

this in mind. When you decide to ride a bicycle or pedelec you need

to accept the risk inherent to cycling. Please note that on a bicycle you

have no protection technique around you (e.g. bodywork, ABS, airbag)

like you have in a car. Therefore, always ride carefully and do respect

the other road users. Never ride under the inﬂuence of drugs, medica-

tion, alcohol or when you are tired. Do not ride with a second person

on your WHEELER bicycle and never ride without having both hands on

the handlebars.

Observe the legal regulations concerning off-road cycling

(a)

(also for

pedelecs). These regulations may differ in each country. Please respect

nature when riding off-road. Only use your pedelec on signposted, well

maintained trails and hard-surface roads.

Always bear in mind that you travel rapidly and quietly when you are

riding a WHEELER pedelec. Do not startle pedestrians or other cyclists.

Always make others aware of your presence well ahead of time and by

ringing your bell or make use of the brakes so as to avoid accidents.

Familiarize yourself with your WHEELER pedelec. You can ﬁ nd further

information in the chapters “Useful Tips for Riding a WHEELER

Pedelec“ and “Riding a WHEELER Speed Pedelec – Special Fea-

tures”.

If you bought a children’s bicycle

(b)

, observe the chapter “Children’s

Bicycles” before your child sets off on it for the ﬁ rst time. In some

countries there are speciﬁ c regulations for children. Read the afore-

mentioned chapter before your child uses the bicycle for the ﬁ rst time.

First of all, we would like to familiarize you with your WHEELER bicycle

or pedelec. Please unfold the cover of this manual. A WHEELER city/

trekking bike

(c)

and a WHEELER pedelec

(d)

are shown as examples

in which all the necessary components are described. Leave the page

unfolded as you read so that you can easily locate the components as

they are referred to in the text.

gFor your own safety, never do work on your pedelec unless

you feel absolutely sure about it. If you are in doubt or if you

have any questions, please contact your WHEELER bicycle

dealer.

INTENDED USE

Keep in mind that every bicycle type is built for a speciﬁ c intended use.

Be sure to use your WHEELER bicycle only according to its intended

use, as it may otherwise not withstand the stress and would fail and

cause an accident with unforeseeable consequences!

1. City/trekking bikes

(e)

and children’s bicycles

(f)

are intended

for hard-surface roads, i.e. for tarred roads and bicycle lanes or

gravel ﬁ eld tracks. Observe the trafﬁ c rules when cycling on public

roads.

2. Pedelecs

(g+h)

(Pedal Electric Cycles) or EPACs (Electrically

Power Assisted Cycles) are bicycles with an auxiliary motor that

only switches on when the pedals are moved by the rider. When

you stop pedalling, the motor switches off.

A driving licence is not required for riding a pedelec if the motor

assistance switches off automatically at a speed of 25 kmh/15

mph. You do not need an operating licence and need not insure the

pedelec either. Please do not confuse your pedelec with a speed

pedelec (S-Pedelec) (see item 4).

All regulations that apply to bicycles, also apply to pedelecs, i.e.

they are allowed to or must use cycle paths without any restric-

tions. Wearing a helmet is recommended, but not compulsory.

Most pedelecs are designed for cycling exclusively on lanes and

roads with a smooth surface. Only use trails that are allowed for

bicycles. In general, typical pedelecs are not suitable for off-road

use. Using pedelecs off-road can result in crashes with unforesee-

able consequences.

If your pedelec does not look like a typical city or trekking bike (see

the cover), then please read the chapter “Before Your First Ride”.

U Please note that there are different types of pedelecs and

e-bikes which are subject to different overall legal condi-

tions. Check the class of your WHEELER pedelec or e-bike

in the bicycle card. Keep the speciﬁ c regulations for your

pedelec/e-bike class in mind when riding on public roads

and also through the countryside.

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3. Pedelecs

(a+b)

(Pedal Electric Cycles) as well as EPACs (Elec-

trically Power Assisted Cycles) with starting or pushing aid are

considered as motor vehicles with special authorization. Neverthe-

less, you do not need an operating licence and need not insure the

pedelec either. Wearing a cycle helmet is not compulsory either,

but highly recommended.

The starting or pushing aid provides assistance during pushing or

when doing a hill start, even without pedalling, up to a speed of 6

kmh / 3.7 mph.

These WHEELER pedelecs are not required to be insured for riding

on public roads.

U If you were born after 1st April 1965 you will require a

moped driving licence (driving licence class M) or a driving

licence for motor vehicles according to the German Bicycle

Association (ZIV).

U The laws and regulations concerning pedelecs, speed

pedelecs and e-bikes are currently being revised. Read the

daily press to keep yourself informed about current legisla-

tive changes.

The other regulations do not differ from those relating to pedelecs

(see item 2.).

4. Speed pedelecs are bicycles with an auxiliary motor which pro-

vide assistance to the rider even beyond a speed of 25 kmh / 15

mph, as long as you continue pedalling. Without pedalling a speed

pedelec provides assistance to a maximum speed of 20 kmh/12

mph.

Speed pedelecs are regarded as motor vehicles, have an operat-

ing licence or EU type approval, and are therefore subject to strict

guidelines regarding the replacement of components or making

any conversions.

It is mandatory to wear a helmet

(c)

in Germany and Switzerland.

If you are riding a speed pedelec you may not use cycle paths

within built-up areas in Germany. The only exception to this is in

cases where the cycle path or lane has been approved for use

by mopeds (this is marked by an additional sign). Outside built-up

areas it is permissible to ride a speed pedelec on cycle paths and

lanes

(d)

These speed pedelecs are required to have an operating licence

and to be insured as motor vehicle when riding on public roads

(e+f)

. If you were born after 1st April 1965 you will require a

moped license (driving license class M) or a driving license for mo-

tor vehicles. You can obtain a moped license if you are aged 15 or

over. Enquire at your driving license agency.

In Switzerland you may ride your speed pedelec on paths and

tracks where mopeds are not allowed if you ride without drive as-

sistance to maximum 20 km/h (12 mph), with drive assistance to

maximum 25 km/h (15 mph) or with the motor switched off com-

pletely.

Be sure to also read the chapter “Riding a WHEELER Speed

Pedelec – Special Features”.

Most of the speed pedelecs

(g+h)

are designed for cycling exclu-

sively on lanes and roads with a smooth surface. Only use trails that

are allowed for speed pedelecs / e-bikes. Typical speed pedelecs

are generally not suitable for off-road use. Using speed pedelecs

off-road can result in crashes with unforeseeable consequences.

I Comply also with the instructions of the parts manufactur-

ers, which you can ﬁnd on the enclosed CD.

U For more information about the intended use of your

WHEELER pedelec as well as the permitted overall weight

(rider, pedelec and baggage) see the BionX system operat-

ing instructions and the bicycle card and read the chapter

“Before Your First Ride”.

U For more information on approval for the use of trailers and

child-carrier seats on your WHEELER pedelec please refer

to the BionX system operating instructions and the bicycle

card.

BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

1. Your WHEELER bicycle is designed for a maximum overall weight, including rider, baggage and WHEELER bicycle

all together. The maximum overall weight is speciﬁed in the following table and in the bicycle card enclosed with

these operating instructions; if it is not, then contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer.

Model name Frame Vehicle Rider’s Total Weight Child-carrier Trailer

weight weight weight guaranteed seat allowed allowed

Allterra Alloy 14-18 75 89-93 130 15-25 25

Server Alloy 14-18 75 89-93 130 15-25 25

Ecorider Alloy 14-18 75 89-93 130 15-25 25

EVO 1.0 Alloy 20-27 75 95-102 130 15-25 25

E-Allterra Alloy 20-27 75 95-102 130 15-25 25

E-Ecorider Alloy 20-27 75 95-102 130 15-25 25

Kids Alloy 12-16 50 62-66 100 no no

2. If you want to use your pedelec on public roads, it has to comply

with the respective legal requirements. These requirements may

vary in each country. The ﬁttings of your bicycle are, therefore,

not necessarily complete. Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer con-

cerning the laws and regulations applicable in your country or in

the country you intend to use your WHEELER bicycle. Have your

WHEELER bicycle equipped accordingly before using it on public

roads.

iWe very strongly recommend you to take out private liability

insurance. Ensure that your insurance covers you for dam-

age caused while riding the bicycle or pedelec. Contact an

insurance company or broker.

3. Are you familiar with the brake system

(e)

? Have a look at the bi-

cycle card and check whether the brake lever

(f)

of the front brake

is on the side you are used to (right or left). If it is not, ask your

WHEELER bicycle dealer to switch the brake levers before you set

off for the ﬁrst time.

Your new pedelec is equipped with modern brakes which may be

far more powerful than those that you were used to before. Be sure

to ﬁrst practise using the brakes on a level, non-slip surface off

public roads!

You can ﬁnd further information in the chapter “Brake System”

and in the instructions from the parts manufacturers, which you

can ﬁnd on the enclosed CD.

4. Are you familiar with the type and functioning of the gears

(g+h)

Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer to explain you the gear system

and make yourself familiar with your new gears in an area free of

trafﬁc, if necessary.

You can ﬁnd further information in the chapter “Gears” and in the

instructions from the parts manufacturers, which you can ﬁnd on

the enclosed CD.

5. Are both the saddle and handlebars properly adjusted? The sad-

dle should be set to a height from which you can just reach the

pedal in its lowest position with your heel

(a)

. Check whether your

toes reach to the ﬂoor when you are sitting on the saddle. Your

WHEELER bicycle dealer will be pleased to help you if you are not

happy with your seating position.

For more information see the chapter “Adjusting the WHEELER

Bicycle to the Rider”.

6. If your WHEELER bicycle is equipped with clipless or step-in ped-

als

(b)

: Have you ever tried the shoes they go with? Do not set off

until you have practised engaging and disengaging the shoes from

the pedals when stationary. Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer to

explain the pedals to you.

You can ﬁnd further information in the chapter “Pedals and

Shoes” and in the instructions from the parts manufacturers,

which you can ﬁnd on the enclosed CD.

7. If you have bought a WHEELER bicycle with suspension

(c+d)

you should ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer to adjust the suspen-

sion mechanism to your needs before delivery. Improperly adjusted

suspension components are liable to malfunction or damage. In

any case they will impair the performance of your bicycle as well as

your safety and pleasure whilst cycling.

You can ﬁnd further information in the chapters “Suspension

Forks” and “Suspension Seat Posts” and in the instructions

from the parts manufacturers, which you can ﬁnd on the enclosed

CD.

G Be aware that the distance you need to stop your bicycle

increases if you are riding with your hands on the bar ends

or on multi position handlebars. The brake levers are not

always within easy reach.

gBe sure to use your WHEELER bicycle only for its intended

use, as it may otherwise not withstand the stress and fail!

Danger of an accident!

gMake particularly sure there is enough space between your

crotch

(e)

and the top tube so that you do not hurt yourself,

if you have to get off your pedelec quickly.

G Please note that in wet conditions the brake performance is

less effective and the tyre grip is reduced. Keep this fact in

mind in particular when riding on a wet road and do not ride

as fast as you would in dry conditions.

a A lack of practice when using clipless pedals

(f)

or too much

spring tension in the mechanism can lead to a very ﬁrm

connection, from which you cannot quickly step out! Dan-

ger of an accident!

a Before hitching a trailer

(g)

to your bicycle or mounting a

child-carrier seat

(h)

, have a look at the bicycle card and

contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer.

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