ELECONY Totem 27.5 Inch Mountain Bicycle Owner’s Manual

ELECONY Totem 27.5 Inch Mountain Bicycle

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INTRODUCTION – RIDING SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY

This manual was written to help you understand and enjoy your new bike, and to help you ride it safely and responsibly. It is important for you to understand all features and operations of your new bike and to follow all assembly and adjustment instructions exactly as written in this manual and any special instructions supplied with the bicycle. Like any sport, cycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume responsibility for that risk. So you need to know – and to practice – the rules of safe and responsible riding. The owner must make sure that all components are securely attached and performing the simple Mechanical Safety Check before each use is recommended.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
This bicycle is made to be ridden by one rider at a time for general transportation and recreational use. It is not made to withstand the abuse of stunting and jumping.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS
It is a tragic fact that most bicycle accidents involve children. As a parent or guardian, you bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of your child, and that includes making sure that the bicycle is properly fitted to the child, that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and your child have learned and understand the safe operation of the bicycle; and that you and your child have learned, understand and obey not only the applicable local motor vehicle, bicycle and traffic laws, but also common sense rules of safe and responsible cycling. As a parent, you should read this manual, as well as review its warnings and the bicycle’s functions and operating procedures with your child, before letting your child ride the bicycle.

BICYCLE PARTS DIAGRAM:

1. SADDLE
2. SEAT POST
3. SEAT POST CLAM
4. REAR BRAKE
5. SEAT STAY
6. RIM
7. FREEWHEEL
8. DROPOUTS
9. DERAILLEUR CABLE
10. REAR DERAILLEUR
11. CHAIN STAY
12. CHAIN
13. PEDAL
14. CHAINWHEEL & CRANKS
15. FRONT DERAILLEUR
16. REAR SUSPENSION
17. SEAT TUBE
18. TOP TUBE
19. HANDLEBAR
20. DERAILLEUR LEVER
21. STEM
22. HEAD PARTS
23. DOWN TUBE
24. DECALS
25. GRIP TAPE
26. BAR END
27. BRAKE LEVER
28. BRAKE CABLE HOUSING
29. FORK CROWN
30. BRAKE CABLE
31. TYRE
32. FRONT BRAKE
33. FRONT FORK
34. QUICK RELEASE
35. HUBS
36. RIM
37. SPOKES
38. VALVE
39. FRONT END FORK
40. NIPPLES

BICYCLE FIT

Correct fit is an essential part of bicycling safety, performance and comfort. Making the adjustments to your bicycle which result in correct fit for your body and riding experience may require special skills and tools. Below are some adjustments you can make yourself but always have your dealer check any adjustments you have done and if in doubt you snould ask you dealer to make these adjustments for you.

– Is your bike the right size? If your bicycle is too large or too small for you, you may lose control and fall. The first check for correct size is standover height.
– Is the saddle at the right height? If not adjust your saddle height! remembering to follow the minimum insertion instructions covered in the bicycle assembly section.
– Are the stem and handlebars at the right height for you? If not adjust them as per the instructions in the bicycle assembly section
– Can you comfortably operate the brakes? If not, you may be able to adjust their angle and reach. See assembly instructions for information on Brake control position adjustments and on brake reach.

STANDOVER HEIGHT
Standover height is the basic element of bike fit. It is the distance from the ground to the top of the bicycles frame at the point where your crotch is when straddling the bike. To check for correct standover height, straddle the bike while wearing the type of shoes you will be riding in, and bounce vigorously on your heels, if your crotch touches the frame, the bike is too big for you.
If you ride your bike on paved surfaces you should have a minimum standover clearance of 5cm. On un-paved surfaces you should have a minimum standover clearance of 7.5cm and on a bike that you will use off road you should have a 10cm minimum standover clearance.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Helmet

Common sense, if not the law, requires that you wear approved protective headgear. Most serious cycling injuries involve head injuries, which might have been avoided if the rider had worn a helmet.
Dunlop offers a variety of quality manufactured helmets to suit the individuals requirements.
NOTE: Your helmet must fit correctly, be worn correctly and be properly secured.

Reflectors

Reflectors are important safety devices which are designed as an integral part of your bicycle.
They are designed to pick up and reflect car lights in a way that helps you to be seen and recognized as a moving cyclist.
CAUTION: Check reflectors and their mounting brackets regularly to make sure that they are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. Replace damaged reflectors and straighten or tighten any that are bent or loose.

Lights

We strongly recommend that children not ride after dusk or before daylight. If you must ride your bike after dark or before full daylight, then your bicycle must be equipped with lights so that you can see the road and avoid road hazards and so that others can see you.
WARNING: Reflectors are not a substitute for proper lights. Riding at dawn, at dusk, at night or at other times of poor visibility without a bicycle lighting system is dangerous and may result in serious injury or death.

ADULT BICYLES – ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Your new bicycle has been assembled and tuned at the factory and then partially disassembled for shipping. The following instructions will help you prepare your bicycle for years of cycling pleasure.

1. Remove the straps holding the front wheel, handlebar assembly and the packaging containing the following components: saddle, seat post and pedals. Remove the protective paper wrapping from the bicycle.

HANDLEBARS:

Handlebar & stem Remove the protective cap from the handlebar stem and loosen the centre bolt in the head set using a 13mm spanner. Insert the handle bar stem into the head of the bike. Re-tighten the headset observing the minimum insertion mark, ensure both handlebars and forks are facing the front. To adjust the handle-bars to the correct angle loosen the clampbolt with a 13mm spanner and ensure that the clamp bolt is firmly re-tightened.

SADDLE

Insert the smaller end of the seat post into the saddle clamp and tighten, then insert the seat post assembly into the seat tube of the bicycle, observing the minimum insertion mark on the seat post. Tighten the seat tube clamping bolt using the quick release clamp

FRONT WHEEL

Turn the bicycle upside down and rest it on the seat and the handlebars. Insert the front wheel into the forks, ensure that the small tab on the washer under the wheel nut is located in the slot in the forks. This tab will ensure that the wheel will not fall out should the nuts become loose. Tighten the wheel nuts using a 14mm / 1 Smm spanner.

PEDALS

Attach the pedals carefully, engaging the thread initially by hand.

• The right hand pedal is attached to the right, or chainwheel, side crank and has a clockwise thread. The letter R is marked on the end of the right pedal axle.
• The left pedal, marked L is attached to the other crank arm and has a counterclockwise thread. Tighten the pedals firmly using a 15mm open ended  spanner

NOTE: damage will occur if the pedals are not correctly and firmly attached. You are now ready to turn the bicycle upright.

BRAKES

• Rim brakes require occasional adjustment as the cables become stretched and the brake pads become worn. The brake pads should be at a distance of 2 – 4 mm from the rim. The rear brake lever is usuallyinstalled on the right-hand side of the handlebars while the front brake lever is on the left-hand side.
• To achieve better brake adjustment, loosen the adjustable barrel with a locking nut. In order to bring the rubber pads closer to the rim, turn the adjustable barrel outward. If the rubber pads rub against the rim, turn the adjustable barrel inward. Check the brake adjustment.

NOTE: pay attention to the brake lever; squeezing up to the grip (handle) may
not occur; the brake become ineffective in this case. Adjustment using the brake cables is then neccessary.

IMPORTANT BEFOER RIDING YOUR BIKE!

• Do not ride your bicycle until all the brakes are operating correctly.
• Ensure all nuts, bolts and fittings have been correctly tightened.
• Ensure the tyres are fully inflated.

Proper maintenance of your bicycle ensures that you will enjoy many years of happy riding. We recommend that you book your bike into a bike shop for regular services at no longer than six month intervals to ensure maximum performance.

KIDS BICYLES – ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Your new bicycle has been assembled and tuned at the factory and then partially disassembled for shipping. The following instructions will help you prepare your bicycle for years of cycling pleasure.

1. Open the carton from the top and remove the bicycle. Remove the straps holding the front wheel, handlebar assembly and the following components: training wheels, pedals and saddle. Remove the protective wrapping from the bicycle.

HANDLEBARS

Remove the protective cap from the handlebar set and Insert the handle bar into the head tube of the bike. Tighten the stem clamp with a 1 limm spanner observing the minimum insertion mark, ensure both handle bars and forks are facing the front. Ensure the clamp bolt is firmly tightened.

SADDLE

Insert the saddle into the seat tube of the bicycle, observing the minimum insertion mark on the seat post. Tighten the seat tube clamping bolt using the quick release clamp.

FRONT WHEEL

Turn the bicycle upside down and rest it on the seat and the handle bars. Insert the front wheel into the forks, where supplied, ensure that the small tab on the washer under the wheel nut is located in the slot in the forks. This tab will ensure that the wheel will not fall out should the nuts become loose. Tighten the wheel nuts using a 1 limm spanner

TRAINING WHEELS

Loosen the wheel nut using a 17mm spanner and insert the whole set of training wheels into the wheel bolt. If supplied, ensure that the small tab on the washer under the wheel nut is located in the slot in the dropout. Re-tighten the wheel nut.

PEDALS

Attach the pedals carefully, engaging the thread initially by hand. The right hand pedal is attached to the right, or chainwheel, side crank and has a clockwise thread. The letter R is marked on the end of the right pedal axle. The left pedal, marked L is attached to the other crank arm and has a counter- clockwise thread. Tighten the pedals firmly using a 15mm open ended spanner.
NOTE: damage will occur if the pedals are not correctly and firmly attached. You are now ready to turn the bicycle upright.

BRAKES

Adjust the front brake caliper by standing on the left side of the bicycle facing the front and loosen the brake cable at the anchor bolt using a 10mm spanner. Fit the cable end button into the opening in the right hand brake lever and adjust the brake pads to sit squarely on the rim when squeezing the caliper by hand. Pull the cable tight and re-tighten the anchor-bolt so that the brake pads are a maximum of 2mm from the rim. Fine tuning can be achieved using the cable barrel adjuster. Repeat procedure to adjust the rear brakes.

IMPORTANT!

– Do not ride your bicycle until all the brakes are operating correctly.
– Ensure the cable ena protectors are fitted, crimping with a pair of pliers.
– Ensure all nuts, bolts and fittings have been correctly tightened.
– Ensure the tyres are fully inflated.

MAINTAINING YOUR BICYCLE

Some service and maintenance can and should be performed by the owner, and require no special tools or knowledge beyond what is presented in this manual. Ttie following are examples of the type of service you should perform yourself. All other service, maintenance and repair should be performed in a properly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by the manufacturer.

1. Break-in Period:
   Your bike will last longer and work better if you break it in before riding it hard. Control cables and wheel spokes may stretch or “seat” when a new bike is first used and may require re-adjustment by your dealer. Dealers typically suggest you bring the bike in for a 30 day checkup. Another way to judge when it’s time for the first checkup is to bring the bike in after 3-5 hours of hard off-road use, or about 10-20 hours of on-road or more casual off-road use. But if you think something is wrong with the bike, take it to your dealer before riding it again.

2. Before every ride: go through the safety check list on page 18

3. Cleaning
   To keep your bicycle running smoothly it is essential to keep all moving parts free from dirt. Use warm soapy water to wash off any dirt or grit and then finish with a soft dry cloth. For cleaning detailed components such as derailleurs you may find that a small stiff paintbrush or toothbrush will be useful.
   You can also use parafin to clean your chain and derailleurs. Do not clean rims with any form of solvent. This may leave an oily film that can render the brakes useless. Use a clean, dry cloth or wash with soap and water.

4. Lubrication
   Every 6 months put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each brake lever, each caliper brake and on eacli roller of the chain. Every 6 months put four drops of oil into both ends of each cable and where each pedal axle goes into the pedal.
   Warning: Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will reduce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur. The chain can throw excess oil onto the wheel rim. Wipe excess oil off the chain. Keep all oil off the surfaces of the pedals where your feet rest. Using soap and hot water, wash all oil off the wheel rims, the brake shoes, the pedals, and tyres. Rinse with clean water and dry completely before you ride the bicycle.

5. Every 25 {hard off-road) to 50 {on-road) hours of riding: Take your bike to your dealer for a complete checkup.

6. If your bicycle sustains an impact:
   After any crash, take your bike to your dealer for a thorough check.

7. Changing Components or Adding Accessories
   There are many components and accessories available to enhance the comfort, performance and appearance of your bicycle. However, if you change components or add accessories, you do so at your own risk. The bicycle’s manufacturer may not have tested that component or accessory for compatibility, reliability or safety on your bicycle. Before installing any component or accessory, including a different size tyre, make sure that it is compatible with your bicycle by checking with your dealer. Be sure to read, understand and follow the instructions that accompany the products you purchase for your bicycle.

WHEELS

Wheel inspection – it is most important that wheels are kept in top condition. Properly maintaining your bicycle’s wheels will help braking performance and stability when riding. Be aware of the following potential problems:

• Dirty or greasy rims: These can render your brakes ineffective. Do not clean them with oily or greasy materials. When cleaning, use a clean rage or wash with soapy water, rinse and air dry.

Don’t ride while they are wet. When lubricating don’t get oil on the rim braking surfaces. Wheels not straight: Lift each wheel off the ground and spin them to see if they are crooked or out of round.
Broken or loose spokes: Check that all spokes are tight and that none are missing or damaged. Loose hub bearings: Lift each wheel off the ground and try to move the wheel from side to side. Axle nuts: Check that these are tight before each ride.

TYRES

Frequently check tyre inflation pressure because all tyres lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep the weight of the bicycle off the tyres. Warning: Do not ride or sit on the bicycle if either inner tube is under inflated. This can damage the tyre and inner tube. Do not use unregulated air hoses to inflate the inner tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over inflate bicycle tyres and cause them to burst. Use a hand or foot pump to inflate inner tubes. Service station meter-regulated air hoses are also acceptable. The correct inflation pressure is shown on the tyre sidewall. Before adding air to any tyre, make sure the edge of the tyre (the bead) is the same distance from the rim, all around the rim, on both sides of the tyre. If the tyre  does not appear to be seated correctly, release air from the inner tube until you can push the bead of the tyre into the rim where necessary. Add air slowly and stop frequently to check the tyre sealing and the pressure, until you reach the correct inflation pressure as indicated on the tyre sidewall. Replace worn or defective tyres and inner tubes

INSPECTION OF BEARINGS

Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle. Have a bicycle service shop lubricate the bearings once a year or any time they do not pass the following tests: Head Tube Bearings: The fork should turn freely and smoothly at all times. With the front wheel off the ground, you should not be able to move the fork up, down, or side-to-side in the head tube. Crank Bearings: The crank should turn freely and smoothly at all times and the front sprockets should not be loose on the crank.You should not be able to move the pedal end of the crank from side-toside.
Wheel Bearings: Lift each end of the bicycle off the ground and slowly spin the raised wheel by hand. The bearings are correctly adjusted if:
– The wheel spins freely and easily.
– The weight of the spoke reflector, when you put it toward the front or rear of the bicycle, causes the wheel to spin back and forth several times.
– There is no side-to-side movement at the wheel rim when you push it to the side.

GEAR RATIOS

THE FOLLOWING ILLUSTRATION IS A HELPFUL GUIDE FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE WHEN SELECTING DIFFERENT GEAR RATIOS

ADJUSTMENT – REAR DERAILLEUR

The low limit screw determines how far the rear derailleur will travel toward the wheel of the bicycle, while the high limit screw determines how far the cage will travel toward the frame.

1. Shift the rear shifter to the largest number indicated, disconnect the rear derailleur cable from the cable anchor bolt and place the chain on the smallest sprocket.
2. Adjust the high limit screw so the chain and the smallest sprocket are lined up vertically. Remove any slack in the cable by pulling it taut, then re-connect the cable and tighten the cable anchor bolt securely.
3. Some derailleurs have an adjusting barrel (see drawing on the right). Use the adjusting barrel to fine tune the adjustment of the chain location. Turning the adjusting barrel clockwise will move the derailleur outboard – away from the wheel – while turning it clockwise will direct the chain in board – towards the wheel.
4. Shift the chain onto the largest sprocket; adjust the low limit screw so the chain and the largest cog are lined up vertically. If you are unable to get the chain to the largest cog, turning the low limit screw counter-clockwise will enable the chain to move towards the wheel.
5. Shift through the gears ensuring each gear is achieved quietly and without difficulty.

NOTE: It may take several adjustments to achieve the desired positioning.

REAR DERAILLEUR REAR VIEW

REAR DERAILLEUR SIDEVIEW

LUBRICATION:

All the pivoting points of the front and rear derailleurs should be lubricated with light oil at least every month. Be sure to wipe off any excess oil to prevent attraction of dirt into the mechanisms.

The shifting cables should be cleaned and re-coated with a thin layer of grease every six months, or whenever new cables are being installed.

BASIC PROBLEM SOLVING

Your bicycle meets todays highest standards of quality, but it still needs care and
maintenance on a regular basis. On the next page are some examples of minor problems and how you can go about fixing them. Remember many bicycle services and repair tasks require special knowledge and tools. Improper adjustment or service may result in damage to the bicycle or in an accident which can cause serious injury or death. If you have questions or concerns about your bicycle, consult your dealer immediately. All major repairs and adjustments to your bicycle should be done by a professional cycling deafer.

screw on the side that is touching the rim
BRAKES (BMX bikes): calipers not centralized| Adjust the nut at the rear of the caliper
GEARS: not changing up| Adjust cable tension on the barrel bolt
CHAIN: falling into spokes| Adjust the limit screw marked “L” (low gear)
CHAIN: falling into frame| Adjust the limit screw marked “H” (high gear)

SAFETY CHECK LIST

Please follow this safety check list to ensure safe cycling:

HANDLEBARS AND STEM
– Align handlebars squarely to frame.
– The stem ‘minimum’ marking must not be visible.
– The stem bolt must be tightened so that handlebars cannot turn.
HEADSET
– Must be tightened, but still allow handlebars to turn freely.
SADDLE AND SADDLE POST
– The saddle must be firmly tightened to the saddle post.
– The saddle post ‘minimum’ mark must not be visible.
PEDALS
– The left and right thread are different, if they are installed incorrectly, damage may be caused.
FRONT WHEEL: – Both axle nuts must be securely tightened.
– If fitted with a quick release, aajust and close lever to ensure that it is securely tightened.
TYRES:
– Inflate to the correct pressure as stated on the sidewall of the tyre.
BRAKES:
– Ensure that the brake pads are secure and do not touch the tyre.

CORRECT ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CARRIED OUT REGULARLY BY OWNER, BEFORE RIDING YOUR NEW BIKE, WILL ENSURE: – Smooth running, longer lasting components, safer riding, lower running costs Every time you ride your bicycle, it’s condition changes. The more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be required. We recommend you spend a little on regular maintenance tasks. The following schedules are a useful guide.

Schedule 1: Lubrication

Note: The frequency of maintenance should increase with lots of usage and use in wet or dusty conditions. Do not over lubricate – remove excess lubricant to prevent dirt build up

Schedule 2: Service Checklist

Frequency                   Task

Before every ride        Check tyre pressure
| Check brake operation
| Check wheels for loose spokes
| Make sure nothing is loose
After every ride| Quick wipe down with damp cloth
Weekly| Lubrication as per schedule 1
Monthly| Lubrication as per schedule 1
| Check derailleur adjustment
| Check brake adjustment
| Check brake and gear cable adjustment
| Check tyre wear and pressure
| Checks wheels are true and spokes tight
| Check hub, head set and crank bearings for looseness
| Checks pedals are tight
| Check handlebars are tight
| Check seat and seat post are tight and comfortably adjusted
| Check frame and fork for trueness
| Check all nuts and bolts are tight
6 Monthly| Lubrication as per schedule 1
| Check all points as per monthly service
| Check and replace brake pads if required
| Check chain for excess play or wear
Yearly| Lubrication as per schedule 1

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