Huffy coaster Owner's Manual

Huffy coaster Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
12" to 20" Coaster Bicycles
This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation
and maintenance information.
Please read and fully understand this manual
before operation.
Save this manual for future reference.
m0015
HCoaster 12-20 EN 050613
Copyright Huffy Corporation 2013

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 12” to 20” Coaster Bicycles This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation and maintenance information. Please read and fully understand this manual before operation. Save this manual for future reference. m0015 HCoaster 12-20 EN 050613 Copyright Huffy Corporation 2013...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance and Service • Repair and Service ................26 • Chain Adjustment ................. 27 • Tires ..................... 27 • Lubrication and Lubrication Table ............28 • Inspection of the Bearings ..............29 Huffy Warranty • Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty ............. 30...
  • Page 3: Owner's Bicycle Identifi Cation Record

    Owner’s Bicycle Identifi cation Record NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. It is not available from Huffy. Each Huffy bicycle has a Serial Number stamped into the frame. The Serial Number can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown (1).
  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Information

    Warning and Safety Information Meanings of Warnings: This symbol is important. See the word “CAUTION” or “WARNING” which follows it. The word “CAUTION” is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur. The word “WARNING”...
  • Page 5: The Owner's Responsibility

    Rules of the Road - continued • Use extra caution in wet weather: • Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily. • Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of control or damage to your wheels: •...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction This Owner’s Manual is made for several different bicycles: • Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product. • Follow instructions completely. • If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for sepa- rate “Special Instructions”...
  • Page 9: Assemble The Front Wheel To The Fork

    Assemble the Front Wheel to the Fork 1. If the Axle Nuts (18) are already attached to the front wheel axle, begin by remov- ing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench. 2. Set the wheel into the front fork (2) (fi g 04). 3.
  • Page 10: Handlebar And Stem Installation

    Handlebar and Stem Installation WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the Locknut (B). NOTE: Remove plastic Cap (E) from the end of the Stem (6).
  • Page 11: Testing Stem And Handlebar Tightness

    • Bicycle Assembly Handlebar and Stem Installation - continued One Bolt Clamp (fi g 08): • If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar (3). • Tighten Clamp Nut (D). NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to 17 ft-lbs. WARNING: If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem.
  • Page 12: Seat Installation

    Seat Installation (various models) CAUTION: If you acci- dentally drop the seat post into the seat tube, it may be diffi cult to remove it. WARNING: To prevent the seat coming loose and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (C) on the seat post must be below the top of the Seat Tube (B).
  • Page 13 Seat Installation - continued CAUTION: Operate the Quick Release Lever (D) by hand only. Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever. You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the “close” position. If you can easily move the lever to the “close”...
  • Page 14: Testing Seat Clamp And Post Clamp Tightness

    Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp: WARNING: Every time the quick release mechanism is loosened, make sure the red refl ector is correctly positioned. • Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down. •...
  • Page 15: Pedal Installation

    Pedal Installation CAUTION: There is a right pedal marked “R” and a left pedal marked “L”. • The pedal marked “R” has right-hand threads. Tighten it in a clockwise direc- tion. • The pedal marked “L” has left-hand threads. Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise).
  • Page 16: Training Wheel Installation (Various Models)

    Training Wheel Installation (various models) fig 18 To attach the Training Wheels (30) to the Frame: 1. Remove outside Axle Nuts (A) from both sides of Axle (C). 2. Put the Alignment Tab (B) and a Training Wheel Leg (30) and an Axle nut (A) on each end of the rear wheel Axle (C).
  • Page 17 Training Wheels - continued 3. Make sure both Training Wheels are the same distance from the ground (fi g 20) and pointing straight down. 4. Tighten Axle Nuts (A) securely. 1/8” 1/8” fig 20 Operation: WARNING: Before each ride, make sure both axle nuts are tight. Also make sure both training wheels are the same distance from the ground (fi...
  • Page 18: Brake System Setup (Various Models)

    Brake System Setup (various models) WARNING: You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle. NOTE: FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SETUP IS THE SAME. Step One: Put the brake shoes (B) in the correct position: • Loosen the Screw (A) of each Brake Shoe (B). •...
  • Page 19 Brake System Setup - continued 1. Loosen Cable Nut (1-1) so that the cable is loose. 2. Insert Cable Barrel (2-1) into Brake Lever. 3. Insert Brake Cable (3-1) into Groove as shown. continued >>...
  • Page 20 Brake System Setup - continued 4. Rotate Housing (4-1) Groove away from Cable Groove (4-2) and tighten Housing Nut (4-3). 5. Squeeze Brake Arms (5-1) so that Brake Pads (5-2) are against the Rim. 6. Pull Brake Cable (6-1) tight. •...
  • Page 21 Brake System Setup - continued 7. Make sure the Brake Lever is not loose (7-1). 8. Make sure the cable sheaths are fully inserted into the adjustment housing at the Caliper (8-1) and Hand Lever (8-2). coaster brakes >>...
  • Page 22: Coaster Brake

    WARNING: If you do not obey the following instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur : • When you ride the bicycle the fi rst time, test the coaster brake and practice using it at a low speed in a large level area that is free of obstructions.
  • Page 23: Streamers, Handlebar Pad And Bag

    Streamers, Pad and Bags (various models) fig 22 Streamers: • Insert each Streamer (34) in the hole in the end of each Handlebar Grip. • Ensure Streamer is fully inserted so that is does not come loose. Handlebar Pad: • Remove the cover from the Handlebar bag (5).
  • Page 24: Plaques

    Plaques (various models) fig 23 • Attach Plaque (35) to Handlebar Cross Brace (A) using supplied Clamps (B) and Screws (C). • Tighten Screws so that the Plaque does not move. • Do not over-tighten Screws. This may damage the Plaque.
  • Page 25: Handlebar Accessories

    Handlebar Accessories (various models) NOTE: Your bicycle may have different styles of Handlebars Accessories, but they mount the same. WARNING: Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in injury to the child or others. • Keep small parts away from children during assembly. •...
  • Page 26: Repair And Service

    Chain Adjustment WARNING: The chain must remain on the sprockets. If the chain comes off the sprockets, the coaster brake will not operate. WARNING: Do not attempt chain repairs. If there is a problem with the chain, have a bicycle ser- vice shop make any repairs.
  • Page 27: Tires

    Tires Maintenance: • Frequently check the tire infl ation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep the weight of the bicycle off the tires. • Do not use unregulated air hoses to infl ate the inner tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over infl...
  • Page 28: Lubrication And Lubrication Table

    Lubrication WARNING: • Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will re- duce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be neces- sary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur. •...
  • Page 29: Inspection Of The Bearings

    Inspection of the Bearings Maintenance Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle. 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.
  • Page 30: Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty

    • Used in a manner contrary to the instructions and warnings in this Owner’s Manual Huffy will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage, due directly or indirectly from use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita- tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
  • Page 31 • All other components are warranted for six (6) months from the date of purchase. What will Huffy do? Huffy will replace, without charge to you, the component found to be defective by Huffy. The original owner must pay all labor and transportation charges connected with the repair or warranty work.
  • Page 32 • Always read the user manual that comes with your helmet to make sure it is fi tted and attached properly to the wearer’s head according to the fi tting instructions described in the user manual. Check www.Huffy.com for the current contact information H Helmet EN 100212 i0027...

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