Batch Bicycles Cruiser Owner's Manual page 5

Tires
Maintenance:
• Frequently check the tire infl ation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For
extended storage, keep weight off of the tires.
• Do not use unregulated air hoses to infl ate the tire/tubes. An unregulated hose can sud-
denly over infl ate tires and cause them to burst.
• Replace worn tires.
WARNING
:
Do not ride or sit on
the unit if a tire is under infl ated. This can
damage the tire, inner tube and rim.
Infl ating the Tires:
• Use a hand or a foot pump to infl ate the
tires.
• Service station meter-regulated air hoses
are also acceptable.
• The maximum infl ation pressure is shown on the tire sidewall.
• If two infl ation pressures are on the tire sidewall, use the higher pressure for on-road riding
and the lower pressure for off -road riding.
• The lower pressure will provide better tire traction and a more comfortable ride.
Before adding air to any tire, make sure the edge of the tire (the bead) is the same distance
from the rim, all around the rim, on both sides of the tire
seated correctly, release air from the inner tube until you can push the bead of the tire into
the rim where necessary. Add air slowly and stop frequently to check the tire seating and the
pressure, until you reach the correct infl ation pressure.
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Rules of the Road
WARNING
: Failure of the rider to obey the following "Rules of the Road" can
result in injury to the rider or to others.
• Obey all traffi c regulations, signs, and signals.
• Always wear a bicycle helmet that meets safety standards, as well as local safety standards.
• Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single fi le, and in a straight line.
• If possible, avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility.
• If you must ride at night or at time of poor visibility:
• Purchase, install, and use a headlight and taillight.
• Headlights are required by all states for nighttime riding and taillights are required in
some states.
• Battery-powered lights or fl ashing safety lights are also recommended.
• Refl ectors: For your own safety, do not ride the bicycle if the refl ectors are incorrectly
installed, damaged, or missing. Make sure the front and rear refl ectors are vertical. Do not
allow the visibility of the refl ectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles. Dirty refl ec-
tors do not work well. Clean the refl ectors, as necessary, with soap and a damp cloth.
• Make yourself more visible to motorists.
• Wear light-colored or refl ective clothing, such as a refl ective vest and refl ective bands
for your arms and legs.
• Use refl ective tape on your helmet.
• Do not let anything cover the refl ectors.
• Use extra caution in wet weather:
• Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily.
• Allow increased braking distance in wet weather.
• Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of control or damage to your wheels:
• Be aware of drain grates, soft road edges, gravel or sand, pot holes or ruts, wet leaves, or
uneven paving.
• Cross railroad tracks at a right angle to prevent the loss of control.
• Avoid unsafe actions while riding.
• Do not carry any passengers.
• Do not carry any items or attach anything to your bicycle that could hinder your vision,
hearing, or control.
• Do not ride with both hands off the handlebar.
• Do not add a motor to the product.
• Do not tow or push the product.
• Do not modify the product.
• Replace worn or broken parts immediately with original equipment.
• If anything does not operate properly, discontinue use.
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