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Huffy freewheel Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
12" to 20" Freewheel Bicycles
This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation
and maintenance information.
Please read and fully understand this manual
before operation.
Save this manual for future reference.
m0078
HFW 12-20 EN 020813
Copyright Huffy Corporation 2012

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 12” to 20” Freewheel Bicycles This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation and maintenance information. Please read and fully understand this manual before operation. Save this manual for future reference. m0078 HFW 12-20 EN 020813 Copyright Huffy Corporation 2012...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • Owner’s Bicycle Identifi cation Record ........... 3 • Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle ............... 3 • Warning and Safety Information ............4 • Freewheel Brakes .................. 4 • Refl ectors ....................4 • Rules of the Road .................4/5 •...

  • Page 3: Owner's Bicycle Identifi Cation Record

    Owner’s Bicycle Identifi cation Record NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. It is not available from Huffy. Each Huffy bicycle has a Serial Number stamped into the frame. The Serial Number can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown (1).

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Information

    • Do not modify the product. • Replace worn or broken parts immediately. • If anything does not operate properly, discontinue use. Freewheel Brakes WARNING: • This product does NOT have a foot (pedal) brake. • Ensure your child understands and can operate the hand brakes •...

  • Page 5: The Owner's Responsibility

    Rules of the Road - continued • Always wear shoes. • Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single fi le, and in a straight line. • Bikes under 20” not intended for use on roads. • Avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility. •...

  • Page 6: Parts Assembly View

    Part Assembly View...

  • Page 7: Parts Assembly List

    Parts Assembly List...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction This Owner’s Manual is made for several different bicycles: • Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product. • Follow instructions completely. • If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for sepa- rate “Special Instructions”...

  • Page 9: Assemble The Front Wheel To The Fork

    Assemble the Front Wheel to the Fork 1. If the Axle Nuts (18) are already attached to the front wheel axle, begin by remov- ing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench. 2. Set the wheel into the front fork (2) (fi g 04). 3.

  • Page 10: Handlebar And Stem Installation

    Handlebar and Stem Installation WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the Locknut (B). NOTE: Remove plastic Cap (E) from the end of the Stem (6).

  • Page 11: Testing Stem And Handlebar Tightness

    • Bicycle Assembly Handlebar and Stem Installation - continued One Bolt Clamp (fi g 08): • If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar (3). • Tighten Clamp Nut (D). NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to 17 ft-lbs. WARNING: If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem.

  • Page 12: Seat Installation

    Seat Installation (various models) Attach Seat to Seat Post (fi g 09): (pre-assembled on some models) • Loosen nuts on seat clamp (A) and rotate Seat (8) into riding position. • Put the seat post (10) fully through the seat clamp. •...
  • Page 13 Seat Installation - continued CAUTION: Operate the Quick Release Lever (D) by hand only. Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever. You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the “close” position. If you can easily move the lever to the “close”...

  • Page 14: Testing Seat Clamp And Post Clamp Tightness

    Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp: WARNING: Every time the quick release mechanism is loosened, make sure the red refl ector is correctly positioned. • Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down. •...

  • Page 15: Pedal Installation

    Pedal Installation CAUTION: There is a right pedal marked “R” and a left pedal marked “L”. • The pedal marked “R” has right-hand threads. Tighten it in a clockwise direc- tion. • The pedal marked “L” has left-hand threads. Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise).

  • Page 16: Training Wheel Installation (Various Models)

    Training Wheel Installation (various models) fig 18 To attach the Training Wheels (30) to the Frame: 1. Remove outside Axle Nuts (A) from both sides of Axle (C). 2. Put the Alignment Tab (B) and a Training Wheel Leg (30) and an Axle nut (A) on each end of the rear wheel Axle (C).
  • Page 17 Training Wheels - continued 3. Make sure both Training Wheels are the same distance from the ground (fi g 20) and pointing straight down. 4. Tighten Axle Nuts (A) securely. 1/8” 1/8” fig 20 Operation: WARNING: Before each ride, make sure both axle nuts are tight. Also make sure both training wheels are the same distance from the ground (fi...

  • Page 18: Brake System Setup (Various Models)

    Brake System Setup WARNING: You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle. NOTE: FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SETUP IS THE SAME. Step One: Put the brake shoes (B) in the correct position: • Loosen the Screw (A) of each Brake Shoe (B). •...
  • Page 19 Brake System Setup - continued 1. Loosen Cable Nut (1-1) so that the cable is loose. 2. Insert Cable Barrel (2-1) into Brake Lever. 3. Insert Brake Cable (3-1) into Groove as shown. continued >>...
  • Page 20 Brake System Setup - continued 4. Rotate Housing (4-1) Groove away from Cable Groove (4-2) and tighten Housing Nut (4-3). 5. Squeeze Brake Arms (5-1) so that Brake Pads (5-2) are against the Rim. 6. Pull Brake Cable (6-1) tight. •...
  • Page 21 Brake System Setup - continued 7. Make sure the Brake Lever is not loose (7-1). 8. Make sure the cable sheaths are fully inserted into the adjustment housing at the Caliper (8-1) and Hand Lever (8-2).

  • Page 22: Streamers, Handlebar Pad And Bag

    Streamers, Pad and Bags (various models) fig 22 Streamers: • Insert each Streamer (34) in the hole in the end of each Handlebar Grip. • Ensure Streamer is fully inserted so that is does not come loose. Handlebar Pad: • Remove the cover from the Handlebar bag (5).

  • Page 23: Plaques

    Plaques (various models) fig 23 • Attach Plaque (35) to Handlebar Cross Brace (A) using supplied Clamps (B) and Screws (C). • Tighten Screws so that the Plaque does not move. • Do not over-tighten Screws. This may damage the Plaque.

  • Page 24: Bell Installation

    Bell Installation (various models) fig 21 • Remove Screw (A), open Clamp (32) just enough to fi t over the handlebar. • Position Bell so that it can be easily used with your thumb. • Insert Screw and tighten just enough so Bell does not move on handlebar. NOTE: Do Not Overtighten Screw.
  • Page 25 Notes...

  • Page 26: Repair And Service

    Repair and Service WARNING: • Inspect the bicycle frequently. Failure to inspect the bicycle and to make repairs or adjustments, as necessary, can result in injury to the rider or to others. Make sure all parts are correctly assembled and adjusted as written in this manual and any “Special Instructions”.

  • Page 27: Tires

    Tires Maintenance: • Frequently check the tire infl ation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep the weight of the bicycle off the tires. • Do not use unregulated air hoses to infl ate the inner tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over infl...

  • Page 28: Lubrication And Lubrication Table

    Lubrication WARNING: • Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will re- duce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be neces- sary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur. •...

  • Page 29: Inspection Of The Bearings

    Inspection of the Bearings Maintenance Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle. Lubricate the bearings once a year or any time they do not pass the following tests: Head Tube Bearings The fork should turn freely and smoothly at all times. With the front wheel off the ground, you should not be able to move the fork up, down, or side-to-side in the head tube.

  • Page 30: Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty

    • Used in a manner contrary to the instructions and warnings in this Owner’s Manual Huffy will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage, due directly or indirectly from use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita- tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
  • Page 31 • All other components are warranted for six (6) months from the date of purchase. What will Huffy do? Huffy will replace, without charge to you, the component found to be defective by Huffy. The original owner must pay all labor and transportation charges connected with the repair or warranty work.
  • Page 32 • Always read the user manual that comes with your helmet to make sure it is fi tted and attached properly to the wearer’s head according to the fi tting instructions described in the user manual. Check www.Huffy.com for the current contact information H Helmet EN 100212 i0027...

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