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cables, brake cables, hydraulic and electrical
cables are adjusted as necessary, the rider's
freedom of movement is not restricted and the
pedelec's permitted total weight is not exceeded.
The specialist dealer will provide instruction on
how to handle the pedelec and the child seat.
6.4.2
Bicycle trailers
CAUTION
!
Crash caused by brake failure
The brake may not work sufficiently if there is an
excessive trailer load. The long braking distance
can cause a crash or an accident and injuries.
Never exceed the specified trailer load.
Notice
The operating and safety notes for the trailer
system must be observed.
The statutory regulations on the use of bicycle
trailers must be observed.
Only use type-approved coupling systems.
A pedelec which is approved for towing a trailer
will bear an appropriate adhesive label. Only
bicycle trailers with a support load and total mass
which do not exceed the permitted values may be
used.
Figure 66: Trailer sign
The specialist dealer will advise on choosing a
suitable trailer system for the pedelec. The
specialist dealer must install the trailer the first
time to ensure that it is safely fitted.
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6.4.3
Pannier rack
The specialist dealer will advise on choosing a
suitable pannier rack.
The specialist dealer must install the pannier rack
the first time to ensure that it is safely fitted.
When installing a pannier rack, the specialist
dealer will make sure that the fastening
mechanism for the rack is suitable for the pedelec
and that all components are installed and firmly
fastened. They will also ensure that shift cables,
brake cables and hydraulic and electrical lines are
adjusted as necessary, the rider's freedom of
movement is not restricted and the permitted total
weight of the pedelec is not exceeded.
The specialist dealer will provide instruction on
how to handle the pedelec and the pannier rack.
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