wheeler Cross, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...e Please observe bike card on the rear cover Your Wheeler bicycle and this translation of these original operating instructions comply with the safety requirements laid down in the European standard EN 14766 mountain bike and EN 15194 are referred to as pedelecs Operating Instructions www wheeler ch MTB Cross Pedelec E Bike ...

Page 2: ...c Display and control element 11 Crankset 12 Pedal 13 Stem 14 Handlebar 15 Brake lever 16 Shifter 17 Headset 18 Front brake 19 Rotor Wheel 20 Quick release thru axle 21 Spoke 22 Rim 23 Tyre 24 Hub e Rear stay f Head tube g Rear Shock description des coMposAnts Fourche suspendue i Té de fourche ii Plongeur iii Fourreau iV Patte de fixation cadre a Tube supérieure b Tube diagonale c Tube de selle d B...

Page 3: ...he 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 aThis symbol warns you of incorrect actions that could result in damage to property and th...

Page 4: ...ed 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 13 Additional inform...

Page 5: ...ttery Powered Lighting 98 Things YOU NEED TO Know about Bicycles and Cycling 99 Cycling Helmets and Glasses 99 Clothing 99 Pedals and Shoes 100 Accessories 101 Transporting Baggage 104 Taking Children with You 105 Child Carrier seats 105 Child Trailers 105 Children s bicycle Towing Devices Towing Systems 106 transporting YOUR WHEELER bicycle 107 By Car 107 By Public Transport 108 Special points co...

Page 6: ...mation provided in these operating instructions only refer to this WHEELER mountain bike 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 yo...

Page 7: ...t with unforeseeable consequences 1 cross bikes are equipped with 28 wheels inner diameter 622 mm and intended for hard surface roads They are also suitable for off road cycling on gravel field tracks however not for rough terrain 2 cross country marathon and touring mountain bikes are also suitable for off road use but not for extreme terrain jumps drops and competitive use in the categories free...

Page 8: ...ory 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 vehic...

Page 9: ...25 E Falcon FS Alloy 20 27 75 95 102 130 no no E Protron HT Alloy 20 27 75 95 102 130 no 25 E Eagle HT Alloy 20 27 75 95 102 130 no 25 E Passera HT Alloy 20 27 75 95 102 130 no 25 E Cross HT Alloy 20 27 75 95 102 130 no 25 Bike card Hint to the dealer Please copy the bike card and the handover report and keep one copy in your customer file Send another copy to the manufacturer Handover report Manu...

Page 10: ...an 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 e Check whether your toes reach to the floor when you are sitting on the saddle Your WHEE...

Page 11: ...rea free of traffic You can find further information in the chapters Useful Tips for Riding a WHEELER Pedelec and Riding a WHEELER Speed Pedelec Special Features and in your BionX system operating instructions 2 Your WHEELER bicycle is designed for a maximum overall weight including rider baggage and pedelec The maximum overall weight is specified in your BionX system operating instructions if it ...

Page 12: ...your insurers that the pedelec as well as the storekeeping and the charging of lithium ion batteries are covered by your household and fire insurance Read the daily press to keep yourself informed about current legisla tive changes Before Every Ride Your WHEELER bicycle has undergone numerous tests during produc tion and a final check has been carried out by your WHEELER bicycle dealer Nevertheles...

Page 13: ...act and extend as usual e f You can find further information in the chapters Suspension Forks and Rear Shock and in the instructions from the parts manufacturers which you can find on the enclosed CD 8 If your bicycle has a kick stand g make sure it is fully raised before you set off Danger of an accident 9 Do not forget to take a high quality D lock h or chain lock with you on your ride The only ...

Page 14: ...ts and whether the rims are still centred with respect to the frame or fork e Spin the wheels and observe the gap either between brake pads and rim sides or between frame and tyre If the width of the gap changes markedly and you have no way to true the rim where you are you will need to open the rim brake a little so that the rim can run between the brake pads without touching them Please note tha...

Page 15: ...nt through this check without any problems e Do not accelerate or brake hard and do not ride your bicycle out of the saddle If you are in doubt about the per formance of your WHEELER bicycle have yourself picked up by car instead of taking any risks Back home you need to check your WHEELER bicycle thoroughly once again The damaged parts must be repaired or replaced Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer ...

Page 16: ...n your BionX system operating instructions How to Use Quick Releases and Thru Axles Quick releases Most mountain bikes are fitted with quick releases to ensure fast ad justments assembly and disassembly Be sure to check that all the quick releases are tight before you set off on your WHEELER bicycle Quick releases should be handled with the greatest care as they di rectly affect your safety Practi...

Page 17: ...tening nut on the opposite side clockwise by half a turn Close the quick release lever and check it again for tightness Finally lift the bicycle a few centimetres so that the wheel no longer touches the ground and hit the tyre from above e If it is properly fastened the wheel will remain firmly fixed in the drop outs of the frame or fork without producing any rattling If your seat post is equipped...

Page 18: ...wheel into the correct position between the drop outs and slide the axle with the open Maxle quick release lever from the right side through the drop out and the hub As soon as the axle thread engages with the thread of the left drop out tighten it by turning the whole Maxle clockwise Close the Maxle thru axle quick release lever like a usual quick release lever see above section How to Fasten Com...

Page 19: ...rtions up to a certain degree g These include the seat post the stem and the brake levers As these adjustments require know how experience the appropriate tools and a certain amount of skill you should restrict yourself to a posi tion control Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer for the correct seating position or if you want something changed They will see to your wishes the next time you leave your W...

Page 20: ...by taking hold of the saddle at both ends and then trying to rotate the seat post inside the seat tube If it does rotate gently retighten the clamping bolt by half a turn and do the check again Does the leg stretch test now produce the right result e Check by moving your foot and pedal to the lowest point When the ball of your foot is exactly above the pedal centre in the ideal pedalling position ...

Page 21: ...ctions from the parts manufacturers which you can find on the enclosed CD A Make sure the handlebar stem combination is approved by the handlebar and or stem manufacturer A Check that the area of the stem where the handlebars are clamped has no sharp edges Adjustable Stems There are various solutions for adjusting the tilt of the front part of adjustable stems e Some designs use bolts on the sides...

Page 22: ... manufac turer which you can find on the enclosed CD G In the case of turned stems it is possible that the cables are too short In this case riding can be unsafe Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer for help G When removing spacers the fork steerer tube must be shortened This change is irreversible and in any case best carried out by your WHEELER bicycle dealer but only after you have found your prefer...

Page 23: ...e event of an accident 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 Adjusting the Brake Lever Reach With most brake systems the distance between the brake levers and the handlebar grips e is adjustable This gives in particular riders with small...

Page 24: ...doubt or if you have any questions then contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer Adjusting Saddle Position and Tilt Patent clamping with one bolt or two parallel bolts e With patent seat posts a single bolt fixes the clamping mechanism which controls both the tilt and the horizontal position of the saddle Some seat posts have two bolts side by side Release the bolt s at the top of the seat post Release...

Page 25: ...rface with most performance bicycle saddles featuring round 7 mm diameter rails including all saddles Replacement outer clamps are also available to accommodate ovalized rails of 8 mm height x 8 5 mm width as well as carbon saddle rails beyond the 8 x 8 5 mm dimensions Contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer if you are uncertain what type of rails your saddle has or if you require more information To ...

Page 26: ...nt end of the saddle When you have found the perfect position tighten the bolts to the specified maximum torque which is listed on the seat post in newton meters Nm Carbon Important Information Special characteristics of carbon components made of carbon fibre reinforced plastics e also referred to as carbon or CRP need to be taken into account Carbon is an extremely strong material which combines ...

Page 27: ...azardous to your life and limb Always protect yourself with appropriate and suitable clothing aDue to the specific intended use some dirt bikes are fitted with only one brake Do not ride these WHEELER bikes on public roads but only on signposted tracks and lanes gIf carbon components on your WHEELER bicycle produce any creaking or cracking noises or show any external sign of damage such as gouges ...

Page 28: ...t is adjusted by press ing a button on the handlebars Read the operating instruc tions which you can find on the enclosed CD BRAKE SYSTEM General Information on Brakes Brakes e are used to adjust your speed to the surrounding terrain and traffic In an emergency situation the brakes must bring the WHEELER bicycle to a halt as quickly as possible In the process of such emergency braking the rider s ...

Page 29: ...t and over hilly terrain can accelerate wear on both braking surfaces Some rims are provided with wear indicators e g grooves or circular indentations If the rim is worn down to the point where the grooves or indentations are no longer visible it needs to be replaced Once the abrasion of the rim has reached a certain critical point the rim may break under the tyre pressure This can make the wheel ...

Page 30: ...with the rim when you pull them hard Disc Brakes Operation and Wear The most striking feature of disc brakes is their outstanding braking power They respond a lot faster in wet conditions than rim brakes do and achieve their normal high braking power within a very short time They require little maintenance and do not wear down the rims as rim brakes do Disc brakes consist of the brake calliper e t...

Page 31: ... must be replaced immediately as they could snap Risk of accidents Wear and Maintenance To a certain extent the wear of the brake pads can be compensated for directly at the brake lever Unscrew the knurled lock nut on the bolt through which the cable enters the grip and then unscrew the bolt until the lever has the desired travel f Retighten the lock nut by taking care that the slit of the bolt he...

Page 32: ...in some other cases it is integrated into the right crank Sealed bottom brackets are maintenance free and de livered without play ex works The bottom bracket in the frame must be checked for play at regular intervals Also check at regular intervals whether the cranks are firmly attached to the bearing spindle or whether there is play Grab the crank and try to jiggle it forcefully It must be absolu...

Page 33: ...shifter lever e or the adjusting bolt through which it runs into the rear derailleur f To do so shift to the smallest sprocket and turn the bolts anticlockwise in half turns until the cable is slightly tensioned After tensioning the Bowden cable check whether the chain immedi ately climbs onto the next larger sprocket To find out you either have to turn the cranks by hand g or ride the WHEELER bic...

Page 34: ... its service life It is not the quantity but the distribution and regular application of lubricant that counts Clean the dirt and oil off your chain with an oily rag e from time to time Special degreasers are not necessary they even have a damaging effect Having cleaned the chain as thoroughly as possible apply chain oil wax or grease f to the chain links To lubricate the chain drip the lubricant ...

Page 35: ...so more resistant to punctures An insuf ficiently inflated tyre can easily get pinched snakebite when it goes over a sharp kerb The air pressure recommended by the manufacturer is given on the tyre side or on the type label The lower of the two pressure specifica tions makes for better cushioning for lightweight riders and is there fore best for cycling on a rough surface Rolling resistance on lev...

Page 36: ... c on the enclosed CD If you are in doubt or if you have any questions then contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer Rim Trueness and Spoke Tension For the true running of the wheel it is imperative that the tension exerted by the spokes is distributed evenly around the rim d If the tension of a single spoke changes e g as a result of riding fast over a kerb or of a loose nipple the tensile forces acti...

Page 37: ...l as described in the chapter How to Use Quick Releases and Thru Axles If you cannot remove the front wheel after releasing the lever this is due to the drop out safety tabs They come as metal catches which engage with recesses in the drop outs e Just release the quick release ad justing nut a little and slip the wheel past the tabs You will find it easier to remove the rear wheel when you pull th...

Page 38: ... ence This should normally be possible without using tools Stick the valve of the inner tube through the hole in the rim b Inflate the inner tube slightly so that it becomes round and push it into the tyre all the way round Make sure not to leave any folds in the inner tube To finish mounting the tyre start at the opposite side of the valve Using your thumbs press as much of the second bead of the...

Page 39: ... the other Press both tyre beads all the way around into the well of the rim and ensure that the special valve is centred between the tyre beads Press onto the tyre from above over the entire circumference of the tyre Pump up the tyre with a compressor or a CO2 cartridge e up to its maximum air pressure so that it can seat properly on the rim The permissible pressure is normally shown on the side ...

Page 40: ...on follow precisely the instruc tions of the manufacturer in the attached instructions I See the video to enable you to properly glue Continental tubular tyres at www conti online com Wheel Mounting Mounting the wheel is done in the reverse order of dismounting Make sure the wheel is correctly seated in the drop outs c and accurately centred between the fork legs or the seat and chain stays Make s...

Page 41: ...tem is characterised by the fact that the stem is not in the fork steerer tube but clamps it from outside Hence the stem is an important constituent part of the headset clamping it therefore also sets the adjustment You generally only need one or two Allen keys and a torque wrench to adjust an Aheadset Undo the stem clamping screw s at the side of the stem by one or two turns e Slightly turn the u...

Page 42: ...oad surfaces and ensures more ground contact for the tyre It noticeably reduces the strain on you and your bicycle caused by the mechanical shocks from the terrain Suspension forks differ in their types of spring elements and damp ing The suspension is usually provided by coil springs special types of plastic elastomers or sealed air compartments or combinations of these options The damping is usu...

Page 43: ...the setting of the springs is too soft In this case the spring preload the pressure must be increased If the adjustment range of the coil spring is too small have it replaced by your WHEELER bicycle dealer G Suspension forks e are designed in a way to absorb shocks If the fork is too rigid and jammed the terrain induced shocks pass directly into the frame without any damping The frame is normally ...

Page 44: ...your next ride 4 Do not use a steam jet or aggressive cleaning agents for cleaning Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer for suitable cleaning material 5 If your suspension fork has an elastomer filling you should regu larly clean and lubricate the synthetic springs with a non corrosive resin free grease f Some fork manufacturers supply special greases for fork maintenance Strictly observe the recommen ...

Page 45: ...R bicycle dealer will be pleased to help you In the case of air rear shocks the spring rate is adjusted by the air pressure in the rear shock The pressure must be adjusted with a spe cial high pressure pump with manometre e before your first ride and readjusted in case the rider s weight and or the additional load will change f Note down the proper settings and check them at regular intervals Alwa...

Page 46: ...hich you can find on the enclosed CD G Do not turn any screws in the vague hope of adjusting them somehow You could release the fastening mechanism thus causing an accident All manufacturers normally mark ad justment devices with a scale or with signs for stronger damping harder suspension and with signs gDo not ride your bicycle if the rear shock often bottoms out This could damage the rear shock...

Page 47: ...ar at least Pedelecs Useful Tips for Riding a WHEELER Pedelec Your WHEELER pedelec e f is designed to be used like a conven tional WHEELER bicycle The unique riding experience however starts when you actuate the drive system At that moment the assistance gen erated by the powerful motor increases with its high torque the harder you pedal Set off for your first ride by selecting the lowest level of...

Page 48: ...roads with this fact in mind and anticipate the actions of other road users Risk of ac cidents H Keep in mind that pedestrians do not hear you when you ap proach at high speed Therefore ride especially defensively and anticipating when using cycle lanes and cycle paths footpaths to avoid accidents If necessary use the bell e early enough to warn others Range Useful Information for a Long Ride How ...

Page 49: ... that is fitted according to the regula tions you can ride without the battery even in darkness Ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer for advice If your WHEELER pedelec is fitted with a lighting set that is pow ered by the battery the lighting will only work with a charged and mounted battery and with the system switched on Some drive systems can provide a dynamo function if the recharge able battery ha...

Page 50: ...t brake very carefully Useful Information for Proper Handling of the Battery Remove the rechargeable battery e if you are not going to use your pedelec for a longer period of time e g during the winter season Store the rechargeable battery in a dry room at temperatures between 5 and 20 degrees Celsius 41 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit The state of charge should be 50 to 70 of the charging capacity Chec...

Page 51: ...attery can only be recharged in exceptional cases and with special chargers Contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer S If the rechargeable battery or the charger or parts of it must be replaced only use original spare parts Contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer S Charge the battery c at an ambient temperature of approx 20 degrees Celsius 68 degrees Fahrenheit Therefore af ter a ride e g in cold weather w...

Page 52: ...r a full face helmet f and protectors g if you are riding a dirt bike downhill bike or freeride bike In addition to a cycling helmet and suitable clothing cycling glasses are absolutely essential when you are riding your WHEELER bicycle They do not only protect your eyes from the sun and the wind but also keep out flies and other impurities that may impede your vision when they fly into your eyes ...

Page 53: ...in most cas es These noises as well as lateral play of the shoe on the pedal can however be also signs of wear Check the cleats at regular intervals G Make sure the fastening bolts of the cleats are properly tightened as you will find it almost impossible to disengage your shoe from the pedal if the cleat is loose Danger of an accident G Taking up the pedals engaging and disengaging the shoes shou...

Page 54: ...e most commonly used Allen keys a spare tube a tyre repair kit your mobile phone if necessary and a little cash d In this way you will be well prepared in the event of a puncture or some other mishap Computers Electronic tachometers determine the travelling and average speed the number of kilometres per day and year and also the travelling time Top end models show the highest speed that was reache...

Page 55: ...ible load G Adjust the suspension forks and the tyre pressure to the additional load A Baggage generally changes the riding characteristics of your WHEELER bicycle and increases your stopping dis tance Therefore practise riding a loaded bicycle in a place free of traffic H Please contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer before attach ing bags to your WHEELER pedelec Taking Children with You The only po...

Page 56: ...ble models available in the car accessory trade Rear carriers are becoming more and more popular e Their big ad vantage over roof carriers is that you do not have to lift up the WHEELER bicycle so high to attach it Make sure the clamps used do not cause any damage to the fork or frame Risk of breakage Whatever system you opt for make sure it complies with the relevant safety standards of your coun...

Page 57: ...arking of the train I Bear in mind than in Germany each traveller may only take one bicycle on Deutsche Bahn trains I Before you start your trip inform yourself in time about the conditions of carriage and also observe the regulations and rules about bicycle transport in the countries through which you intend to travel Special points concerning transport of your WHEELER pedelec By Car WHEELER pede...

Page 58: ... your local WHEELER bicycle dealer do the scheduled maintenance work This is the only way to ensure that all components function safely and reliably for many miles The bicycle will be due for its first service after 100 to 300 kilometres 60 to 180 miles 5 to 15 hours of initial use or four to six weeks The bedding in phase typically involves spokes slightly losing tension or gears becoming out of ...

Page 59: ...out for cracks scratches dents as well as bent or discoloured material Have defective com ponents replaced immediately and touch up paint defects If you are in doubt or if you have any questions then contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer G Keep cleaning agents and chain oil clear of the brake pads rotors and rim sides brake surfaces This could impair the functioning of the brake see the chapter Brak...

Page 60: ...ace if necessary After 800 km 490 miles or 40 hours of use Crank Check and retighten if necessary Painted anodised carbon surfaces Polish At least every 6 months Wheels spokes Check for trueness and tension True or retighten If necessary Handlebars and stem aluminium and carbon Check and replace if necessary Every 2 years at the latest Headset Check for bearing play Regrease Metal surfaces Polish ...

Page 61: ...rers iSome components have the maximum permissible torque values printed on them Use a torque wrench and never exceed the maximum torque value If you are in doubt or if you have any questions contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer Component Bolted connections Shimano1 Nm SRAM Avid2 Nm Rear derailleur Mount on frame derailleur hanger 8 10 8 10 Cable clamp 5 7 4 5 Pulley wheels 3 4 Front derailleur Mou...

Page 62: ...egulations of your country Pay particular attention to your bicycle being equipped with the prescribed set of lights a b and reflectors c d iAsk your WHEELER bicycle dealer to inform you about the regulations in force in your country Make yourself familiar with the road traffic regulations for riding on public roads and off road a b c d 118 e f g h ...

Page 63: ...ll warranty rights within the first two years after purchase Please contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer in the event of defects To ensure a smooth handling of your claim it is necessary to present your receipt your bicycle card the delivery receipt and inspection reports Therefore please keep these documents in a safe place To ensure a long service life and good durability of your WHEELER bicycle ...

Page 64: ... terms of this warranty This warranty becomes valid as of the date of purchase it only applies to the direct purchaser first owner and cannot be transferred This warranty is only applicable to WHEELER bicycles that had been purchased from an authorised WHEELER bicycle dealer or sales partner The intercycle company is not liable in any way for accidents and consequential damage or for damage caused...

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Page 66: ... Service After 4 000 kilometres 2 400 miles or 200 hours of use at the latest or after two years Order no Date Mileage All necessary maintenance work carried out see service and maintenance schedule replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of dealer All necessary maintenance work carried out see service and maintenance schedule replaced or re paired parts Stamp and signature of dealer 4 th S...

Page 67: ...7 500 miles or 600 hours of use at the latest or after six years Order no Date Mileage All necessary maintenance work carried out see service and maintenance schedule replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of dealer All necessary maintenance work carried out see service and maintenance schedule replaced or re paired parts Stamp and signature of dealer 8 th Service After 14 000 kilometres 8...

Page 68: ...2 500 miles or 1 000 hours of use at the latest or after ten years Order no Date Mileage All necessary maintenance work carried out see service and maintenance schedule replaced or repaired parts Stamp and signature of dealer All necessary maintenance work carried out see service and maintenance schedule replaced or re paired parts Stamp and signature of dealer 12 th Service After 22 000 kilometre...

Page 69: ...Right lever front wheel brake rear wheel brake Left lever front wheel brake rear wheel brake Manual operating instructions Additional instructions Brake system Suspension seat post Pedal system Rear shock Suspension fork Seat post stem Gear system System operating instructions BionX Others Dealer name_____________________________ Street_ ___________________________ Town____________________________...

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