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GENERAL SERVICE AND CARE
STORING
Store your bicycle where it will not be an obstruction and has protection from
dangerous conditions. Do not park your bicycle near electric motors; ozone
from motors can damage rubber and paint. Rain or snow can cause the metal on
your bicycle to corrode. Ultraviolet radiation from the sun can fade the paint and
crack the rubber or plastic on your bicycle. Before you put away your bicycle
for an extended time, clean and service it and apply frame polish. Hang your
bicycle off the ground with the tires at approximately half the recommended
inflation pressure. Before you ride your bicycle again, be sure it operates
correctly.
CLEANING
Clean your bicycle with a soft, moist cloth and bicycle cleaner or a solution of
dish soap and water. Do not use industrial solvents or harsh chemicals that can
damage the paint or moving parts. Do not use high-pressure water. Every three
months, clean and polish the frame finish. Some finishes do not require polish.
If you are not certain, consult your retailer.
INCIDENTAL DAMAGE
Do not let your bicycle fall. Do not set your bicycle down with the frame or
derailleur touching the ground. Use care with car racks and work stands.
Clamping devices, such as those found on a work stand or car carrier, can cause
damage to the paint or tubes of bicycle frames. To hold the bicycle for repairs,
clamp the seatpost. To hold the bicycle for transportation on a motor vehicle,
clamp the bicycle by the wheels or fork. If you accidentally apply a bending
force to the fork, do not ride the bicycle until your retailer has inspected the
fork for damage.
The finish, or paint, on your bicycle can be damaged by chemicals (including
some sports drinks) or abrasive contact. Dirt can scratch or remove paint (and
even frame material), especially where a cable rubs or a strap is placed around
a tube. Keep the bicycle clean. Use adhesive padding to prevent rubbing in
critical spots.
TRANSPORT
When packaging your bicycle for travel, use a hard case or carton that will
protect it from damage. Attach padding to all the frame and fork tubes, and use
a rigid block to protect the fork tips and maintain structural support of the fork
blades. If the bicycle is not packaged correctly, it could be easily damaged in
transit. If you are not sure, ask your retailer to package your bicycle for you.
MAINTENANCE
Bicycle service requires special knowledge and tools and should be performed
by a professional bicycle mechanic. This user manual is to be used in conjunction
with the manuals supplied by the component manufacturers. If you did not
receive the manual provided by the component manufacturer, download the
materials off the Internet or contact your local dealer. Consult your local dealer
to create a maintenance plan and refer to the Maintenance Schedule on the
next page as a guide for frequent inspection, service, and replacement of parts.
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