Battery And Fuse; Brake - Texas A/S Cruise 250 2005 User Manual

Battery and fuse

The battery is placed on the right side of the cruiser under the side cover (picture 3 pos. 1.). It is a
12 V 7 Amp battery.
Winter storage: Always store the battery in a frost free room. It should be fully charged. First
remove the – pole and then the + pole. Always charge the battery in a well-ventilated room.
Use distilled water for refilling the battery.
The fuse is placed next to the battery. It is a 15 Amp fuse. If the fuse is blown you should replace
it. If the fuse blows repeatedly you should contact your authorized dealer.

Brake

Release the throttle and use both brakes at the same time. Remember to activate both brakes
slowly to brake gently. Braking too hard may cause the cruiser to tilt.
Be extra careful when braking in rain, snow, or slippery roads. Avoid to drive on the markings on
the road as these may be very slippery. Take care when crossing rail way tracks and manhole co-
verse. Reduce speed if you are in doubt.
After being washed or in rainy weather the effect of the brakes may be reduced. Brake slowly to
dry out the brakes.
Control of the front brake is done as follows:
Control of the brake fluid. The container (13) is situated on the right part of the handle.
1. Place the cruiser on the main stand on an even surface. Tilt the cruiser a little from side to side
to see the level of the fluid
2. Check the level of the fluid
3. Refill with brake fluid if the level is below min
4. Check the brake cables for leaks
5. Check the brake blocks regularly. If they are worn to min. 1,5 mm they must be replaced
6. If the brakes are "soft" they should be serviced at your authorized dealer.
Control and adjustment of rear brakes is done as follows:
1. Place the cruiser on the main stand.
2. Check how the brake handle moves. The idling must be 20-30 mm. Adjustment is done as
follows: loosen the nut. When the nut is turned clockwise the idling is decreased. When the nut is
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