User manual GIANT BICYCLES MULTI-SPEED

[. . . ] WELCOME, AND CONGRATUALTIONS Safety First. on your purchase of a new Giant bicycle; the fun of pedaling your new Giant bicycle is only moments away. We strongly encourage you to read through the owner's manual before you take your new Giant bicycle for a spin. By doing so you will have a greater understanding for the general operation of the various components found on your new bike. You will learn many of the components you once recognized as part of a bicycle have changed significantly. Safe riding instructions are equally important and shouldn't be overlooked. [. . . ] Then, insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it all the way in to the dropouts. 22 (5) Tighten the quick-release adjusting nut until it is finger tight against the frame dropout; then swing the lever toward the front of the bike until it is parallel to the frame's chainstay or seatstay and is curved toward the wheel (fig. To apply enough clamping force, you should have to wrap your fingers around a frame tube for leverage, and the lever should leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand. If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the seatstay or chainstay for leverage, and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand, the tension is insufficient. Open the lever; turn the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn; then try again. The rear wheel must be secured to the bicycle frame with sufficient force so that it cannot be pulled forward by the chain, even under the greatest pedaling force. If the wheel moves under pedaling force, the tire can touch the frame, which can cause you to loose control and fall. (6) If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the chainstay or seatstay tube, return the lever to the OPEN position. Then turn the adjusting nut counterclockwise one-quarter turn and try tightening again. (8) Re-engage the brake quick-release mechanism to restore correct brake padto-rim clearance; spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake pads; then squeeze the brake lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly. Removing a Bolt-On Front Wheel (1) If your bike has rim brakes, disengage the brake's quick-release mechanism to open the clearance between the tire and the brake pads (see Section 4. C, figs. (3) If your front fork has a clip-on type secondary retention device, disengage it and go to he next step. If your front fork has an integral secondary retention device, loosen the axle nuts enough to allow wheel removal; then go to the next step. (4) 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 fork ends. 23 b. Installing a Bolt-On Front Wheel (1) With the steering fork facing forward, insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly at the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades. The axle nut washers should be on the outside, between the fork blade and the axle nut. If your bike has a clip-on type secondary retention device, engage it. (2) While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts, and at the same time centering the wheel rim in the fork, use the correct size wrench to tighten the axle nuts enough so that the wheel stays in place; then use a wrench on each nut simultaneously to tighten the nuts as tight as you can. (3) Re-engage the brake quick-release mechanism to restore correct brake padto-rim clearance; spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake pads; then squeeze the brake lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly. Removing a Bolt-On Rear Wheel WARNING: If your bike is equipped with an internal gear rear hub, do not attempt to remove the rear wheel. The removal and re-installation of internal gear hubs require special knowledge. Incorrect removal or assembly can result in hub failure, which can cause you to lose control and fall. (1) If your bike has rim brakes, disengage the brake's quick-release mechanism to open the clearance between the tire and the brake pads (see Section 4. C, figs. [. . . ] You can also find additional maintenance information and suggested scheduled service in this manual. All major repairs and adjustments to your bicycle should be done by professional cycling retailer. To find the location of your nearest Authorized Giant Dealer, write us or visit our website. 3587 Old Conejo Road Newbury Park, CA 91320 www. giantbicycle. com 38 WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Write down your Giant bicycle model and serial number for your records. [. . . ]