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CARGO BIG ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH V 1.2...
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INDEX ABOUT THIS MANUAL REMINDER WARNINGS GENERAL SAFETY SAFETY CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONS QUICK RELEASE SEAT CLAMP HANDLEBAR GEAR MID DRIVE E-SYSTEM KICKSTAND GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY MAINTENANCE EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...
ABOUT THIS MANUAL It is important that you understand your new bicycle. By reading this manual before you go out on your first ride, you’ll know how to get better performance, comfort, and enjoyment from your new bicycle. It is also important that your first ride on your new bicycle is in a controlled environment, away from cars, obstacles and other cyclists.
WARNINGS DO NOT INSTALL ANY KIND OF ADDITIONAL ELECTRIC MOTOR OR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE TO THE BICYCLE. ADAPTING A BICYCLE IN THIS MANNER POSES AN EXTREME SAFETY RISK TO RIDER AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL. INABILITY TO SAFELY REACH THE HANDLEBARS AND DISMOUNT THE BICYCLE MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE BICYCLE.
- Never endanger yourself or others by reckless riding. - The usage of bicycles or any accessories such as lamps, bells etc. is the user’s own responsibility, and TRIOBIKE cannot be held responsible for any damage, accidents, personal injury or fines caused by the usage of these products.
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- Never ride against traffic. - Expect the unexpected (e.g., opening car doors or cars backing out of concealed driveways). - Take extra care at intersections and when preparing to pass other vehicles. - Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other riders, vehicles and objects. Safe braking distances and forces are subject to the prevailing weather conditions.
GENERAL SAFETY WET WEATHER - When riding in wet weather always use safety lights to enhance visibility. - Exercise extreme caution when riding in wet conditions. - Ride at a slower speed. Turn corners gradually and avoid sudden braking. - Brake earlier, it will take a longer distance to stop. - Pot holes and slippery surfaces such as line markings and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet.
GENERAL SAFETY NIGHT RIDING - Do not ride the bike at night without lights on, both front and rear. - If using battery powered lights, make sure batteries are well charged. - Wear reflective and light colored clothing. - Ride at night only if necessary. Slow down and use familiar roads with street lighting. HILL TECHNIQUE - Gear down before a climb and continue gearing down as required to maintain pedaling speed.
GENERAL SAFETY CORNERING TECHNIQUE - Brake slightly before cornering and prepare to lean your body into the corner. - Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden braking and sharp turns.
SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks. Do not ride a bicycle that is not in proper working condition! ACCESSORIES - The reflectors are properly placed and not obscured. - All other fittings on the bike are properly and securely fastened, and functioning (e.g.: lights).
CRANKS AND PEDALS - The pedals are securely tightened to the crank arms. - The crank arms are secured to the axle and are not bent. FRAME - The frame is not bent or broken. - The quick-release clamps are locked in place. STEERING - The handlebar and post are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering.
QUICK RELEASE SEAT CLAMP - Unlock the quick-release lever. - Adjust the seat height up or down until the rider feels that he/she has control of the bicycle and are comfortable. IMPORTANT: be sure the minimum insertion marks do not go past the top of the seat clamp and are not visible.
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- Try to close the quick-release lever. If it closes easily, open it up and tighten the adjustment nut further. If it’s too difficult to close, open the quick release lever up and loosen the adjustment nut a little and try again. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TIGHTEN BY TURNING THE QUICK- RELEASE LEVER.
HANDLEBAR ADJUSTING THE STEM ANGLE - Using a 6 mm Allen wrench loosen the bolt at the front of the stem. IMPORTANT: do not loosen the bolts on the side of the stem. - Grasp the stem of the handlebar and rotate to the desired angle. - Re-tighten the handlebar bolt at the front of the stem and check the handlebar is securely attached and cannot move.
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ADJUSTING THE STEM HEIGHT - Unlock the quick-release lever. - Adjust the stem height up or down. - Lock the quick-release lever.
GEAR EXTERNAL SHIMANO GEARS The rear shifter is placed on the right handlebar and has an indicator that reads either low or high or a series of number from 1 and up. First gears are used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to allow for easier peddling.
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ENVIOLO TRANSMISSION Shifting with the Enviolo system, while riding: - Shifting into low ratios for starting or climbing - Using the Nfinity grip, rotate in the direction indicating more of a “hill” - Shifting into high ratios for higher speeds - Using the Nfinity grip, rotate in the direction indicating more of a “flat”...
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E-SYSTEM USING THE E-SYSTEM IMPORTANT: Triobike cargo features a pedal-assist electric drive system provided by Brose. Please carefully read its manual. - Insert the battery in the specific stand placed on the steering column. - Press the power button on the front of the battery pack: all the LEDs should turn on from left to right, then the charge level is shown, then all the LEDs should turn off.
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- To turn off the system, press the power button on the battery for 3 seconds. All the LEDs will turn on and then off. - To remove the battery, insert the key in the lock and rotate it. Then rotate the battery to the left.
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E-SYSTEM INCREASE LIGHTS SUPPORT POWER LEVEL POWER INCREASE LIGHTS SUPPORT LEVEL MENU DECREASE WALK SUPPORT ASSIST LEVEL DECREASE SUPPORT WALK ASSIST LEVEL USING THE SYSTEM (BLOKS DISPLAYS) - Choose the desired assist level by pushing the “+/-” on the handlebar control. Choose between level 0-4 (0= no assistance - 4= max assistance).
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E-SYSTEM LIGHTS POWER INCREASE SUPPORT LEVEL MENU DECREASE SUPPORT LEVEL / WALK ASSIST (PRESS FOR 2 SECS) MENU BROSE DISPLAY OPERATING UNIT - Choose the desired support level by pushing the “>/<” on the handlebar control. Choose between “CRUISE” (less assistance), “TOUR”, “SPORT” (max assistance). - To activate the walk assist, just press for 3 seconds the “<”...
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E-SYSTEM INCREASE POWER NAVIGATION JOYSTICK SUPPORT LEVEL DECREASE SUPPORT LEVEL LIGHTS WALK ASSIST (PRESS FOR 2 SECS) MARQUARDT COMFORT PLUS OPERATING UNIT - To activate the walk assist, just press for 2 seconds the “^” button on the handlebar control. The bike will slowly move by itself, without pedalling. IMPORTANT: the walk assist works only when the assistance level is set to 1 or more.
KICKSTAND OPERATING THE KICKSTAND The kickstand allows you to park the bike in a steady position. It’s easily operated by foot. UNFOLDING Holding firmly the handlebar, rotate the kickstand using the tip of one foot. When the kickstand touches the ground, push the bike to the back. Before releasing the handlebar, check that the bike is steady on the ground.
LIGHTS (optional): Supernova MINI 2 front light Supernova E3 tail light TIRES: 20”x 1.75” in front - 26”x 1.75” on the rear SADDLE: Triobike gel SEAT POST: Ø: 31,6 mm LENGTH: 450 mm STEM: adjustable with 110 mm height range...
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DIMENSIONS: OVERALL LENGTH: 274 cm WIDTH: 50 cm – 66 cm with 2 kids kit HANDLEBAR WIDTH: 68 cm LOAD DECK: WIDTH: 50 cm LENGTH: max 107 cm, min 96 cm 33,7 Kg TOTAL WEIGHT: 189-230 Kg (depending on the tires) OVERALL MAX PAYLOAD:...
The bicycles are intended to be used for city biking. TRIOBIKE shall not be held responsible for any accidents, injury, losses or damage caused by use of the bicycle, being that of responsibility of the owner.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL ADVISE Please remember to have your first check & fine tune after 3 months. Hereafter we recommend a complete service and fine tuning of your bike every year/2000 km. Please consultant your local dealer or local shop. For specific control point for each service contact your local bike shop - this bike must be serviced only by trained and quilified bike mechanic.
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operation year/km dealer stamp checklist brakes grears 3 months bearings check spokes brakes grears bearings 1 year battery status 2000 km tires check 1240 miles chain spokes brakes grears bearings 2 years battery status 4000 km tires check 2480 miles chain spokes brakes...
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Triobike A/S Manufacturer: Gammel Kongevej 80 1850 Frederiksberg C - Denmark Hereby declares that the following product: cargo big Product Name: Transport bike with electric support Function: 2019 Year: - meets all the provisions of the Directive 2006/42 / EC (on machinery);...
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