Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit Model Year 2002 du fabricant Giant
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LAFREE TWIST Model Year 2002 Owners Manual June 2001..
Pag. 2 . Contents: 1. Read this manual ! .............................................................................................. 3 1.1 Trademarks .............................................................................................. 3 1.
Pag. 3 . 1. Read this manual ! Please read all information in this manual carefully to gain maximum performance, safety and enjoyment from your Lafree Twist electric bicycle. Congratulations! You have just pedalled into the exciting world of electric power assistance for bicycles.
Pag. 4 . 2. What it’s called 2.1 General 1. Handlebar 2. Handlebar stem (2 versions: gents and ladies) 3. Power control switch - left side 4. 3-speed hub gear shifter - right side 5. Frame 6. Seat tube 7. Front fork 8. Wheel 9. Tyre 10. Tread 11. Side wall 12.
Pag. 5 . 2.2 Battery and charger 1. Battery 2. Battery lock 3. Grip 4. Energy indicator 5. Charging socket 6. Socket cap 7. Charger 8. Charger plug 9. Power source plug 10. Refresh button 2.3 Handlebar and stem 1. Handlebar 2. Handlebar stem (2 versions: gents and ladies) 3.
Pag. 6 . 2.4 Position of the serial numbers Please record Lafree’s bike serial number and battery serial number for future reference. The serial number of the bike is stamped into the left rear “dropout” of the frame. The dropout is the piece of frame that holds the axle of the rear wheel (see fig.
Pag. 7 . 3. Fit and safety 3.1 Fit Make sure the bike fits. A bike that’s too big or too small for the rider is harder to control and can be uncomfortable or dangerous. Frame size. Your dealer will have recommended the best frame size for you, based on the information provided.
Pag. 8 . 3.2 Saddle position Correct saddle adjustment is important in getting the best performance and comfort from your bicycle. a. Up and down adjustment .
Pag. 9 . 3.3 Handlebar height and angle a. Handlebar stem height. You can raise or lower the handlebars. Loosen the stem height adjuster bolt (see fig. 13) by turning it anti-clockwise three or four turns . If the bolt rises but the stem doesn’t move, tap the bolt carefully down, using a plastic or wooden hammer.
Pag. 10 . 3.4.2 Reflectors Reflectors are important safety devices which are designed as an integral part of Lafree. The reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a way that helps you to be seen and recognised as a moving bicyclist.
Pag. 11 . 3.5.3 Brakes Visually inspect the brakes for proper cable routing (see fig. 14a) . Squeeze the brake levers. Brake levers should engage brake shoes at approximately half way through their arc, or within about 2.5 cm. (an inch) of handlebar grip.
Pag. 12 . 4. Riding safely and responsibly NOTE: Riding a bicycle involves certain risks, including damage and injury. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume personal responsibility for those risks.
Pag. 13 . 5. Battery and charger operation 5.1 Battery detachment , charging & installation 5.1.1 General CAUTION: Please read the following general safety tips for charging or refresh charging Lafree Twist ’ s battery . • The charging area must be level , well ventilated , free f rom moisture and protected against direct sunlight.
Pag. 14 . Step 3. P lace the battery in a stable position, in such a way that the energy indicator is visible . Step 4. Remove the cap from the battery’s charging socket, which is located at the bottom of the battery. Step 5. Put the charger plug into the battery’s charging socket with the arrow mark UP .
Pag. 15 . Step 8. Disconnect the power source plug from the electric point . Step 9. Disconnect the charger plug from the battery . Step 10. Mount the battery onto the bicycle (step 2 and 1 in reversed order). Make sure that the battery is secured in “ LOCK ” position , so that it can not move sideways .
Pag. 16 . Step 3. P lace the battery in a stable position, in such a way that the energy indicator is visible . Step 4. Remove the cap from the battery’s charging socket, which is located at the bottom of the battery. Step 5. Put the charger plug into the battery’s charging socket with the arrow mark UP .
Pag. 17 . Refresh-charging: LIGHT ON CHARGER HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE ? WHAT’S HAPPENING ? 1. RED light blinks 0.9 sec “on” / 0.1 sec “off” Just a few moments Charging will start soon (“waiting”) 2. Push “REFRESH” button on the charger 3.
Pag. 18 . 5.1.5 Batter y capacity, range and c harg ing t ime LEDs illuminated Energy available Remaining range* [km.] Charging t ime ** 1 ( blinking ) Less than 1 % < 1 km. 4 ~ 5 hours 1 1 ~ 20 % < 5 km. 3 ~ 4 hours 2 21 ~ 40 % 5 ~ 15 km. 2 ~ 3 hours 3 41 ~ 60 % 10 ~ 20 km.
Pag. 19 . It may be clear that it’s very difficult to say how far you can ride with your power assisted Twist with a full battery, simply because there are too many factors that have influence. Under the best possible circumstances, you can cycle • max.
Pag. 20 . • Inspect the battery periodically for cracks, unusual residue, or other abnormal appearance. Do not use a battery with cracks or breaks in the casing. • Do not attempt to use the Twist’s battery as a power supply for anything other than a Lafree Twist.
Pag. 21 . 6. How things work 6.1 General It is extremely important to the performance, enjoyment and safety of your Lafree Twist and yourself to understand how many of the features of Lafree Twist operate.
Pag. 22 . LIGHT ON POWER CONTROL SWITCH: STEADY OR BLINKING HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE ? WHAT’S HAPPENING ? Steady light 2 seconds After switching from “OFF” to “ON” or “ECO”. System is okay. There’s a problem. Switch “OFF” and back “ON” again.
Pag. 23 . 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. NOTE: Once the quick-release is installed in the hub axle by the manufacturer or the dealer, it never needs to be removed unless the hub itself requires servicing.
Pag. 24 . 6.3.5 Installing a quick-release front wheel (a) Rotate the quick-release lever so that it curves away from the wheel (see fig. 31 and 35). This is the “OPEN” position (you can read “OPEN” on the lever).
Pag. 25 . 6.5 Gear changing Lafree Twist is equipped with internal rear gear hub. The gear changing mechanism on your bicycle consists of a grip shifter on the handle bar and an i nternal gear hub .
Pag. 26 . 6.7 Lighting system The electricity for the lighting equipment (front and rear light) is provided by the dynamo, attached to the left side of the front fork.
Pag. 27 . 6.10 Luggage carrier If you carry luggage on the carrier, make sure everything is securely fixed and free from the rear wheel, chain, etc. Make sure the total weight of the luggage does not exceed the maximum weight of 25 kg.
Pag. 28 . If you want to learn about service and repair work on your bike, you have three options: 1. Ask your dealer whether copies of the manufacturer’s installation and service instructions for the components on your bike are available. 2. Ask your dealer to recommend a book on bicycle repair.
Pag. 29 . • Check the frame (particularly in the area around all weld joints), the handlebar, the stem and the seat post for any deep scratches, cracks or discoloration. These are signs of stress-related fatigue and indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced.
Pag. 30 . 8.3 Tightening torque No. Description Tightening torque [ Nm.] 1 Stem height adjuster bolt 20 ~22 Nm 2 Handlebar clamp bolt 13 ~15 Nm 3 Stem inclination bolt 15 ~18 Nm 4 Crank arm bolts 35 ~45 Nm 5 Wheel axle bolts (rear) 30 ~45 Nm 6 Brake lever bolts 5 ~9 Nm 7 Saddle retention bolt 8 ~12 Nm 8 Seat clamp bolt 15 ~16 Nm 1.
Pag. 31 . 9. Precautions and procedures 9.1 Emergency equipment and knowledge You should never go for a bike ride without the following emergency equipment and knowledge: • Allen wrenches 4 mm.
Pag. 32 . WARNING: Riding your Lafree Twist with a flat or under-inflated tyre can seriously damage the rim, tyre, tube and bicycle, and can cause you to lose control and fall. 9.3 If you break a spoke (a) A wheel with a loose or broken spoke is much weaker than a fully tensioned wheel.
Pag. 33 . 11. Dealer service 11.1 About your dealer Your dealer is here to help you properly service and maintain your Lafree electric bicycle, as well as help you select and understand any products and accessories you wish to examine and purchase.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Giant Model Year 2002 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Giant Model Year 2002 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Giant Model Year 2002, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Giant Model Year 2002 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Giant Model Year 2002, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Giant Model Year 2002.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Giant Model Year 2002. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Giant Model Year 2002 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
