ISLABIKES Rothan Owner's Manual page 7

Brakes
One of the most important safety features of your Islabike. It is a good habit
to check the brakes on a regular basis. This should be done depending on
the type, frequency or duration of riding. If your bike has not been used for
a period of time, we recommend a quick check before riding.
Safety check
Before every ride:
Give the brakes a few pulls to check they are working – If the brakes
feel smooth and the brake levers are not moving all the way back to the
handlebar this is a good sign. If the brakes contact the handlebar or are
difficult to operate please view http://www.islabikes.co.uk/info-hub/how-to-
check-your-brakes-video.
Check pads contact the rim correctly when braking – Pull on one brake
at a time and check the brake pads touch the rims nice and evenly.
Check pads are not fouling the rim – Lift the front of the bike off the
ground with the handlebars and give the front wheel a spin. If the wheel
spins freely your brakes are not fouling. Repeat the process for the rear
ensuring you spin the wheel forwards and your child does not put his/her
hands in the wheel.
Check pads are not worn out – Brake pads do not last forever. Eventually
they will need replacing. Again, this will depend on the type, frequency
and duration of riding. Our brake pads come with a wear indicator line. If
your brakes are now worn down to this line or you cannot find the line you
should replace your brake pads immediately. We highly recommend this is
carried out by a trained cycle mechanic.
If in doubt please contact our technical support team on
+44 (0)800 008 6297 or email techsupport@islabikes.co.uk.
Rothan
Wheels
Rim wear - Routinely check your bicycle rims for any wear. Our bikes have
an indicator line that runs the circumference of the rim. When this becomes
flush with the rest of the rim or disappears it is time to replace the wheel.
For new wheels contact our customer service team on +44 (0)800 008 6297
or email techsupport@islabikes.co.uk..
Wear
indicator
Rim trueness – Depending on the type of riding you do your Islabikes
bikes wheels may become untrue or damaged when riding. This means
they will not spin straight and will wobble. If for any reason they are untrue
our wheels can be easily repaired, please contact our technical support
team on +44 (0)800 008 6297 or email techsupport@islabikes.co.uk.
Hubs - Your hubs are fitted with cup and cone bearings. Although they
are sealed water and grit can enter your hubs and cause premature
wear. To prolong the life and keep them running smooth and efficient.
We recommend annual maintenance and re-greasing of hub bearings.
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