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9.4
Repairs at the specialist dealer
Expert knowledge and special tools are required
for many repairs. For this reason, repairs may only
be carried out at a specialist dealer. These
include:
•
Replacing tyre, tube and spokes
•
Replace brake linings, rims and brake discs
•
Replace and tension the chain.
9.4.1
Original parts and lubricants
The individual pedelec parts have been carefully
selected and matched to one other.
Only original parts and lubricants must be used for
inspection and repair.
The constantly updated accessory approval and
parts lists are in Section 11, Documents and
Drawings.
Follow the operating instructions for the new
components.
9.4.2
Repairing the frame
9.4.2.1 Removing paint damage on frame
1 Gently sand paintwork damage with 600-grit
sandpaper.
2 Smooth edges.
3 Apply one or two coats of repair paint.
9.4.2.2 Removing damage from impact on the
carbon frame
There may be damage to the laminate beneath the
paintwork in the case of impact. The frame may
break even under light stress.
1 Take pedelec out of service.
2 Send frame to a fibre composite repair
company or purchase new frame as specified
in the parts list.
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Troubleshooting, fault clearance and repair
9.4.3
Repairing the suspension fork
9.4.3.1 Removing paint damage on the fork
1 Gently sand paintwork damage with 600-grit
sandpaper.
2 Smooth edges.
3 Apply one or two coats of repair paint.
9.4.3.2 Removing damage from impact on the
carbon frame
There may be damage to the laminate beneath the
paintwork in the case of impact. The fork may
break even under light stress.
Take pedelec out of service. New fork as
specified in the parts list.
The fork must be free from any defects.
4 Clean inside and exterior.
5 Grease fork.
6 Install fork.
9.4.3.3 Repairing the seat post
Repairing paint damage on the seat post.
1 Gently sand paintwork damage with 600-grit
sandpaper.
2 Smooth edges.
3 Apply one or two coats of repair paint.
9.4.3.4 Repairing damage from impact on the
carbon seat post
There may be damage to the laminate beneath the
paintwork in the case of impact. The carbon seat
post may break even under light stress.
1 Take pedelec out of service.
2 New carbon seat post as specified in parts list.
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