Hub Bearings; Cables And Cable Housing - Schwinn 12in Tiger Owner's Manual

Hub
Lock
body
Ball
washer
bearings
Lock nut Washer
Axle
Good cable
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Hub Bearings

Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". If you do not own
these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic
Bearing
cone perform the adjustment if you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4)
1. Check to make sure neither locknut is loose.
2. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one side
of the hub while holding the bearing cone on the same side with a cone wrench.
3. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play.
4. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the adjusting cone in position.
5. Re-check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play.

Cables and Cable Housing

Axle nut
Cables and housing are one of the most overlooked parts on the bicycle. The first
indication that your cables and housing need to be replaced is an increased amount of
4.4
pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Before every ride, check that there
are no kinks or frays in the cables and housing. Also check that the housing is seated
properly into each cable stop of the bicycle. It is recommended that the cables and
housing are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of your bike. (Fig. 4.5)
Do not ride a bicycle that is not operating properly.
Kink
4.5
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