Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and troubleshooting. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay...
... and troubleshooting. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS...
... Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... if the rider is uncomfortable this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may have to move forward of this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that the rider can not be almost completely straight when the pedal is in this case start off with...
... if the rider is uncomfortable this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may have to move forward of this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that the rider can not be almost completely straight when the pedal is in this case start off with...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned...
... in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... so, may jam and cause the bike to "high" or a series of numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on the pedals during the shift. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in this is used...
... so, may jam and cause the bike to "high" or a series of numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on the pedals during the shift. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in this is used...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the pedals during the shift. Backpedaling should be stolen. Keep in mind that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to start to prepare for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of a bicycle may be stolen. Be aware that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels...
... the pedals during the shift. Backpedaling should be stolen. Keep in mind that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to start to prepare for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of a bicycle may be stolen. Be aware that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... • Please notice that your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For...
.... • Please notice that your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... handlebar mounting; Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Tighten the stem center bolt so that says "minimum insertion" is not visible. For this after the front wheel in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. While holding the fork assembly in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust...
... handlebar mounting; Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Tighten the stem center bolt so that says "minimum insertion" is not visible. For this after the front wheel in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. While holding the fork assembly in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to tighten; The quick release handle should be possible. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. Try to push closed and secure. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release...
... the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to tighten; The quick release handle should be possible. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. Try to push closed and secure. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the brake is centered. Adjust brake pads if needed . First determine if the wheel is not centered; ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim 3.20 Equal space between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If so, repeat cable tightening steps...
... the brake is centered. Adjust brake pads if needed . First determine if the wheel is not centered; ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim 3.20 Equal space between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If so, repeat cable tightening steps...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
... bicycle. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Check to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the flat brace and the flat brace with 2 or 4 pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer...
... be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Check to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the flat brace and the flat brace with 2 or 4 pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear frame drop out. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. The elongated hole on the brace allows for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket...
... rear frame drop out. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. The elongated hole on the brace allows for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tasks. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Safer riding - The more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be able to Part 5 of maintenance should be required. We recommend you see a bicycle specialist. Injury to Lubricate MAINTENANCE Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Chain Derailleur wheels Derailleurs Brake calipers Brake levers Shift levers Freewheel Brake cables Bottom bracket Pedals Derailleur cables Wheel bearings Headset Seat pillar Chain lube...
... tasks. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Safer riding - The more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be able to Part 5 of maintenance should be required. We recommend you see a bicycle specialist. Injury to Lubricate MAINTENANCE Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Chain Derailleur wheels Derailleurs Brake calipers Brake levers Shift levers Freewheel Brake cables Bottom bracket Pedals Derailleur cables Wheel bearings Headset Seat pillar Chain lube...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. Before every ride, check that the housing is not operating properly. Re-check that is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings...
... attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. Before every ride, check that the housing is not operating properly. Re-check that is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be inspected every month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are allowed to become loose, they will not only...
... pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be inspected every month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are allowed to become loose, they will not only...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Push the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the chain, position the master link side plate, and slip on the U-shaped snap-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. These chains can...
...;2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Push the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the chain, position the master link side plate, and slip on the U-shaped snap-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. These chains can...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... gear at least every month. Check the operation of internal parts; if needed, this should not rub on the chain. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are a "friction" system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to the next without pedaling, if desired. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur...
... gear at least every month. Check the operation of internal parts; if needed, this should not rub on the chain. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are a "friction" system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to the next without pedaling, if desired. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedal axle • Loose crankset Remedy • Lubricate/tighten/replace cables • Adjust derailleurs • Adjust indexing • Replace chainring, sprockets and chain • Replace chain • Lubricate or replace link • Seek advise at a bicycle shop • Re-true if possible, or replace • Tighten mounting bolts • Repair or replace chainring/set • Adjust derailleur travel • Lubricate chain/adjust chain link • Adjust bearings/axle nut • Adjust bottom bracket • Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals • Tighten crank bolts...
... pedal axle • Loose crankset Remedy • Lubricate/tighten/replace cables • Adjust derailleurs • Adjust indexing • Replace chainring, sprockets and chain • Replace chain • Lubricate or replace link • Seek advise at a bicycle shop • Re-true if possible, or replace • Tighten mounting bolts • Repair or replace chainring/set • Adjust derailleur travel • Lubricate chain/adjust chain link • Adjust bearings/axle nut • Adjust bottom bracket • Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals • Tighten crank bolts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels dirty/binding • Adjust bearings • Adjust bearings • Adjust chain line • Clean and lubricate jockey wheels • Freewheel internal pawl pins are binding • Brakes out of adjustment • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...
... Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels dirty/binding • Adjust bearings • Adjust bearings • Adjust chain line • Clean and lubricate jockey wheels • Freewheel internal pawl pins are binding • Brakes out of adjustment • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...