User manual SCOTT KIDS

[. . . ] It is important to understand the basics of riding a bicycle, but it is equally important to exercise common sense when cycling. Cycling is a dynamic sport and requires reacting to varying situations. Like any sports, cycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk. [. . . ] - In case adjustment screw B is released already to the limit, please release cable clamping screw C and turn adjustment screw clockwise to its original position. - Close the caliper brake with your hand to the rim , adjust the brake cable and tighten clamping screw C. Please note the table of tightening torques at the end of this file. - Finally make the fine tuning with adjustment screw B as mentioned above. The wheel needs to spin free without touching the brake pads. Fix counter nut A. BICYCLE HELMET AND CLOTHING - Please take care that your child wears clothing with bright colors and, if possible, with reflective stripes or fabrics. - A helmet that fits is the best way to avoid head injuries. The helmet should meet DIN EN 1078 and should have the CE label. By choosing bright colors it will help to improve the visibility. Wearing such a helmet should be matter of course for all cyclists. In addition consider to be a good example for children. B A C ENGLISH Important: Make sure that the brake works perfectly. Important: Under wet conditions the brake performance can decrease which will result in a prolongation of the braking distance. 8 2011 SCOTT BIKE OWNERS MANUAL 9 KIDS REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE OR BENT PARTS In case the bike is damaged by a crash or accident, please replace all damaged parts immediately at your local SCOTT dealer. Never try to repair bent parts, they might fail and cause an accident! MAINTENANCE AND CARE In addition to the checks listed above please check your bike regularly or if necessary, according to the following list or contact your local SCOTT dealer to do so in order to reach maximum safety and fun while riding. - All bolts and nuts, especially the quick releases of the wheels for proper fit and in case they are loose tighten them . - Stem and handlebar for visible damages and replace them if necessary. Please make sure that the bolts are tightened evenly when closing the front cap, according to the tightening torque recommended by the producer of the parts. - Braking systems - Air pressure of the tyres according to the recommendation of the producer. - Light systems and bell - Handlebar grips to be fixed to the handlebar - All parts of the rear suspension system including mounting bolts - The front suspension fork for perfect function and play in the bushings. - Front and rear derailleur for perfect function and grease them. If necessary readjust the system and clean it. - Brake and shifting cables for perfect wear and leakage on hydraulic systems. The table of maintenance below may help you to check your bike regularly and keep the full performance of your bike. Before riding: KIDS In the beginning the seat height should be adjusted in that way that your child, when sitting on the saddle, can reach the ground with both feet. [. . . ] lubricating the bushings Check of swingarm pivot incl. axle and mounts Check of rear shock according to the enclosed shock manual Check of hubs, bottom bracket and headset Check of all screws of the bike Check of handle bar, stem, saddle rails and seat post Check if brakepads and rims are worn out Check of disc brake according to enclosed service manual Check of suspension fork according to enclosed service manual Check of shifters and derailleurs incl. cables. Annual service to be done Check of shock mounts incl. lubricating the bushings Check of swingarm pivot incl. [. . . ]