User manual GIANT BICYCLES TWIST FREEDOM DX

[. . . ] TWIST FREEDOM DX OWNER'S MANUAL WELCOME, AND CONGRATULATIONS. . . . . . On your purchase of a new Giant Twist Freedom; the fun of pedaling your new Giant Twist Freedom is only moments away. Safety First. You should completely read through this owner's manual before you take your new Giant Twist Freedom for a spin. By doing so, you will have a greater understanding of the general operation of the various components found on your new Twist bike. Safe riding instructions are equally important and shouldn't be overlooked, so even if you are an experienced cyclist please take a moment to thoroughly read through this manual and also the standard Giant bicycle owner's manual before you ride. The Twist Freedom is designed for on-road use only. [. . . ] · The riding range decreases after prolonged use even if the number of charges is limited. 9 10 D. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS These safety precautions are provided for your benefit to protect you and those around you. Please read and follow them carefully to avoid unnecessary injury, damage to the product, or damage to other property. 3. HOW THINGS WORK It is extremely important to the performance, enjoyment and safety of you and your Twist Freedom bicycle that you understand how the features of the bicycle operate. Even if you're an experienced cyclist, you should not assume that the way things have worked on bicycles you've owned previously will operate similarly on the Twist Freedom bike. Be sure to read ­ and to understand ­ this section of the owner's manual. If you have even the slightest doubt about how any of the mechanical features of the Twist Freedom operate, talk to your Authorized Giant Dealer. caution 1. BATTERY · · · · · · Do not throw the battery into a fire. Do not apply the battery to other appliances. Use only the specified charger to charge the battery. Do not disassemble or modify the battery. Do not connect positive and negative terminals by using metallic objects. Pouring water on the battery may result in a short-circuit and overheating of the battery. Soaking the battery in water may cause irreparable damage. a. HYBRID CYCLING TECHNOLOGY · caution 2. CHARGER · · · · · · Do not disassemble or modify the charger. Do not use the charger to charge batteries other than those supplied. Do not subject the charger to shocks ­ such as dropping it. Do not touch the charger with your skin for long periods during charging. Do not cover the charger or place objects on it. Place the charger firmly on a flat surface. Using the charger upside-down or stretching the cord tight may result in malfunction, fire or electric shock. Hybrid Cycling Technology provides motor assistance based on your pedaling force and speed. [. . . ] Chemical cleaners can causecolor-changes, distortions, scratches, orotherdamagetothefinish. DONOTusehigh-pressurewatersprayorcompressedairtocleantheTwistFreedom. B. AVOID LEAVING YOUR TWIST FREEDOM OUTSIDE IN BAD WEATHER When you're not riding your Twist Freedom, keep your bike in a location where it will be protected from rain, snow, and sun. Rain and snow can cause parts on your Twist Freedom to corrode. [. . . ]