DAHON Owner Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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NOTE:
Installation of TT bars, criterion, aero bars, bar ends
or a triathlon style clip-on can potentially affect your
reaction times when braking and steering.
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• T o prevent an accident, take care to
correctly measure the size of the bike
in proportion to the size of your body.
Failure to evaluate such measurements
may cause you to lose control of the bike
and result in injury.
• For questions about sizing, please contact
your local representative for help, or
follow the instructions demonstrated in
Section 3.A
• When adjusting your saddle height,
please see the ‘Minimum Insertion’ guide
as illustrated in Section 3.A.
• Check to make sure the saddle and
seatpost have been securely clamped. A
correctly tightened saddle will not allow
any saddle movement in any direction.
See Section 3.A.
• All folding bicycles and Pack Away Quickly
(P.A.Q) mini-bikes are designed for paved
roads only.
• Only large-wheeled P.A.Q folders are
suitable for flat dirt tracks.
• For large-wheeled P.A.Q folders, do not
attempt to perform jumps, stunts or any other
tricks that are outside the parameters of
transport means.
• The misuse of your bicycle could severely
affect the performance of the components
and could cause potential injury.
• Helmet – Always wear a helmet that has been properly
fitted to the size of your head when operating any type
of mobility product.
Bike Fit
• Adjust the stem and handlebars to
proportion fit you body type. For assistance,
please see Section 3.B.
• Adjust brakes to personal preference.
Brakes should be easy to reach, comfortable
to grasp and powerful enough to quickly bring
your bike to a complete stop.
• Prior to your first test ride, familiarize yourself
with all functions, features and operations of
your new bicycle. Should you have any questions
concerning the performance of your bike, please
see you local dealer for additional information.
Safety
• Maintenance for Rims - To prolong the lifetime of your
rims, it is important to ensure they are kept clean and
undamaged along the braking surface. It is advised to
periodically inspect your rims for excessive wear. If you
have any questions concerning the safety of your rims,
please have them inspected by your local bicycle dealer.
• Saddle and Handlebars - Check that the saddle and
handlebar stems are parallel to the bike’s centerline.
Correct saddle and handlebar stems should be clamped
tight to prevent them from moving out of alignment.
• Handlebar Ends (if applicable) - If your bike is equipped
with handlebar ends, it is recommended to check that the
grips are secure and in good condition. A properly fitted
handlebar end should not exhibit excessive movement.
If you need additional assistance in replacing or managing
your handlebar ends, please contact your local bicycle
representative.
Manual
As a user of the Dahon service guide, it is paramount
to maintain that its contents are offered only as a guide.
Any information presented is not to be misconstrued as
actual or implied references to the maintenance and
care of Dahon products.
• Wheel Quick Releases - Please see the illustrations in
Section 4.A.1 and 4.A.2 that demonstrate the correct
procedures in operating your wheel quick releases.
Improper use of wheel quick releases can cause unstable
or loose wheels that could disengage from the bicycle,
causing serious injury or death.
• Excessive Weight - Unless otherwise stated, a rider’s
weight and luggage should not exceed 105kg (230lbs).
• Traffic and Road Rules - Be aware of your surroundings
and other cyclists. Be courteous to other riders and be
sure to comply with all traffic laws, rules, and regulations.
CAUTION:
Dahon is not liable for accidents, injuries or product
malfunctions that result from unauthorized changes/
modification or tampering with any part of original
specifications.