Ampler – Curt
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Cleaning, maintenance and care
8.2 Care and maintenance
1. Check the Pedelec regularly, at least monthly, as indicated in the following table.
2. Replace damaged or worn components or have them replaced by a bicycle workshop.
Parts
What must be done on a regular / at least monthly basis?
Brakes
J
Check brakes for function and wear.
Fenders
J
Check fenders for damage and clearance.
Headset
J
Check for headset play.
Drivetrain
J
Check the belt tension
J
Check the chain lubrication.
J
Watch for chain wear and elongation.
J
Check the chain, chainring & cassette for damage.
Wheels
J
Check wheel alignment and true.
y
Spokes
J
Check the wheel spokes.
y
Front wheel, thru-axle, lock
J
Check the thru-axle of the front wheel.
y
Rear wheel, axle, nuts
J
Check the nuts of the rear wheel axle.
Tires
J
Check tire pressure.
J
Check tire tread and sidewalls for wear and damage.
Screws, nuts, bolts, fasteners
J
Check all fasteners for tightness.
Rechargeable battery
J
Check the state of charge.
Charging port
J
Check the charging port.
J
Clean the charging port with contact spray and an old toothbrush.
8.2.1 Brakes
After a certain amount of use disc brakes may become less efficient. Dirt and oil on the brake discs and pads become noticeable
through noise and reduced braking performance. Switch off the Pedelec.
Check brakes
1. Check brakes for cleanliness and correct adjustment.
y
Applying the brakes should feel smooth.
y
The brake lever blades must
not
touch the handlebar when operated.
Check brake pads
1. Check brake pads regularly for wear.
y
Ensure that there is no dirt or oil or greasy substances on the brake pads, brake calipers and brake discs.
2. Replace worn down brake pads when necessary.
Check the brake hoses
1. Check brake hoses regularly for wear such as kinks and external abrasion.
y
Follow the scheduled inspection interval.
2. In case of abnormalities, heavy wear and visible damage to the brake hoses:
y
Do
not
use the Pedelec.
y
Have the brake hoses checked at a bicycle workshop and repaired if necessary.
8.2.2 Fenders
Switch off the Pedelec.
1. Check fenders for damage and to ensure that they have enough clearance.
2. If the fender is rubbing against the tire, try to readjust the fender stays.
3. Only replace the fenders in consultation with and in accordance to the instructions of the
Ampler Customer Service
,
or have them replaced in a bicycle workshop.
