Transporting The Bike - Argon 18 E-Road Operation Manual

Some carbon components require
lower torques than metal parts. Ex-
cessive torques can lead to hidden
damage, which is possibly not visible from
the outside. Frames or components can
break or warp to such an extent that you
could fall. Therefore please always adhere
to the instructions supplied by the manufac-
turer or ask for advice from a specialist. Use
a torque spanner to ensure that you get the
required torque.
Carbon parts may not be applied with grease
or oil. Special assembly paste is available
for assembling and safely securing carbon
components with a low mounting torque.
Never expose carbon parts to high temper-
atures! Even in the back of cars, the sun's
rays can generate such a heat that it can put
the safety of carbon parts at risk.
Do not clamp a carbon frame directly into a
work stand, instead you should secure it by
the seat post. If the seat post is also made
of carbon, use another tube made of metal.
44
The following components and
parts made of carbon should be
regularly checked (at least every
100 km) for irregularities such as cracks,
breaks or changes to the surface as well as
after the pedelec has fallen over or following
an accident:
Transition area of the threaded bushing of
the bottle cage, slot of the dropouts, bear-
ing areas in full-suspension frame, suspen-
sion mounting elements on the main frame
and rear suspension, seat clamp, derailleur
hanger, derailleur clamp area, disc brake
mounting or brake boss, press-fit area of the
headset as well as the threads of the bottom
bracket cups.
If the parts are made out of composite materials,
the rider may not notice any damage. Parts made
out of composite materials should either be sent
to the manufacturer for inspection or replaced
and disposed of in the event of possible damage.

Transporting the bike

The battery is not considered a hazardous mate-
rial when transported to operate the pedelec. The
battery becomes a hazardous material when it is
transported any other way. In this case, you must
follow the appropriate guidelines.
Remove the battery of your pedelec
/ e-bike before transpor-
tation and transport it separately.
Never send the battery yourself.
Batteries are considered hazardous
materials. Only send the battery of
your Pedelec via your specialist dealer. In
some circumstances, it can overheat and
catch fire.
By car
You can transport your pedelec by car as you
would a normal bicycle. Before transporting your
Pedelec, remove the battery and transport it sep-
arately. The weight of the Pedelec will call for a
heavier-duty rack. Always adjust your driving be-
haviour to the load you are carrying.
You should only use roof and rear racks that
comply with the requirements of the relevant
regulatory authorities. Roof, rear and other racks
that are approved by the authorities are safe for
use in traffic.