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MAINTAINING THE CHAIN
Lubricating the chain
The chain should be lubricated regularly; use a suitable chain oil. Check that the chain does not knock
when cycling, or is damaged. Always keep the chain oiled.
1.
Lubricate the chain.
2.
Pedal a few turns so that the oil comes in the links.
3.
Wipe the chain with a cloth or sponge.
Tension the chain
A chain that is not properly tensioned can be dangerous. If the chain can be moved more than 1 cm
“up or down” it must be tensioned.
1.
Undo the nuts on the back wheel and pull the back wheel backwards.
2.
Tighten the nuts. Make sure the wheel is fi tted straight.
3.
Check that the wheel is properly tightened.