Coaster Brake - Huffy BMX Owner's Manual

Coaster Brakes
These models are equipped with a rear
'coaster' brake that is operated by rotating the
crank backwards.
Operate the coaster brake as follows:
• Push the pedals backward to move the
chain backward
• The chain activates the coaster brake
mechanism that is inside the rear wheel
hub
• As you push the pedals backward with
increasing force, the braking action of the
coaster brake increases.
If your bicycle has a caliper brake(s) in ad-
Chain Adjustment
dition to the coaster brake, always use the
coaster brake as the main brake to stop the
WARNING:
bicycle.
• The chain must remain on the sprock-
ets. If the chain comes off the sprock-
WARNING:
ets, the coaster brake will not operate.
following instructions, injury to the rider or • Do not attempt chain repairs. If there
to others can occur : is a problem with the chain, have a
• When you ride the bicycle the first bicycle service shop make any repairs.
time, test the coaster brake and prac-
tice using it at a low speed in a large
Adjustment:
level area that is free of obstructions.
The chain must be at the correct tightness. If too tight, the bicycle will be diffi cult to pedal.
• Every time the bicycle is ridden, make
If too loose, the chain can come off the sprockets.
sure the clamp
When the chain
bicycle frame. The coaster brake will not work correctly if the brake arm is not attached
pull it no more than one-half inch
to the chain stay.
Adjust the tightness of the chain as follows:
• Loosen the axle nuts of the rear wheel.
• Move the rear wheel forward or backward as necessary.
NOTE: Make sure the rear wheel is in the center of the bicycle frame.
• Hold the wheel in this position and tighten securely.
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(various models)
If you do not obey the
A
on the brake arm
C
is at the correct tightness, you can rotate the crank freely and you can
A
C
A
B
B
is securely attached to the chain stay
away from a straightedge
C
A
B
B
as shown.
C
of the