Coaster Brake And Chain Adjustment - Huffy Cruiser 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.
Chain Adjustment
WARNING:
• The chain must remain on the sprock-
ets. If the chain comes off the sprock-
ets, the coaster brake will not operate.
• Do not attempt chain repairs. If there
is a problem with the chain, have a
bicycle service shop make any repairs.
Adjustment:
The chain must be at the correct tightness. If too tight, the bicycle will be diffi cult to pedal.
If too loose, the chain can come off the sprockets.
C
When the chain
pull it no more than one-half inch
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.
is at the correct tightness, you can rotate the crank freely and you can
A
away from a straightedge
C
B
A
B
as shown.
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