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MERIDIAN OWNER'S MANUAL
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR TRICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL
HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
To register your bike visit www.schwinnbikes.com/registerbike
Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 1
9/18/12 3:44 PM

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  • Page 1 THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION. READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR TRICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. To register your bike visit www.schwinnbikes.com/registerbike Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 1 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 2 Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 2 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    8 Purchase Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Assemble the Front Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 3 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Do not return this item to the store . Please call parts, performance, or returns, please contact the Pacific Cycle customer service if you need experts at Pacific Cycle. assistance . Enjoy the ride. Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 1 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 5: Safety Signal Words

    Indicates a hazard or unsafe practice that could result is properly fitted to the child. in minor injury . NOTICE • The child understands applicable laws and common sense rules of safe responsible Indicates a hazard unrelated to personal injury, such as bicycling . property damage . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 2 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 6: Protective Gear And Clothing

    . Practice gear shifts, braking, and tricycle or interfere with handling of the tricycle . the use of toe clips and straps, if installed . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 3 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 7: Wet Weather

    . braking slowly and earlier than usual . • Always use the correct hand signals to indicate • Wear reflective clothing and use safety lights for turning or stopping . increased visibility . • Obey the traffic laws (e.g. stopping at a red light or stop sign, giving way to pedestrians). Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 4 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 8: Night Riding

    • If using battery powered lights, make sure batteries are well charged . • Wear reflective and light colored clothing. • Slow down and use familiar roads with street lighting . • Ride at night only if necessary . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 5 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 9: Parts

    Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 6 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 10 2 nuts 2 washers Basket Hardware 4 nuts 4 washers Secondary Chain Hardware 4 washers 4 bolts secondary chain Rear Fender Hardware 2 master links Front Wheel Axle Hardware 2 nuts Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 7 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    . • Adjustable wrench or 10 mm, 15 mm, and 17 mm open and box end wrenches • Needle nose pliers with cable cutting ability • Grease (Automotive or anti-slip copper grease) Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 8 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 12: Initial Set-Up - Attach The Handlebars

    . NOTICE The stem may break or damage may occur if the stem is not inserted the minimum amount . Insert the stem until the Minimum Insertion mark is not visible . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 9 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 13 Stem Minimum insertion mark stem wedge bolt main frame Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 10 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 14: Attach The Rear Frame

    . Note: Do not tighten the nuts at this rear frame slots time. This will be done after the secondary chain is attached . 3 . Repeat step 2 on the remaining bolts . rear sprocket Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 11 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 15: Attach The Secondary Chain

    5 mm of play up or down . Important! Be sure the rear frame is perpendicular to main frame . Failure to square the frames will affect performance of the tricycle . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 12 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 16: Attach The Rear Wheels

    . non-drive wheel . 2 . Place the washer on the axle . 3 . Place the locknut on the axle and tighten securely . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 13 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
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  • Page 18: Attach The Front Fender

    4 . Position the front fender so the attachment bar is on the inside of the main frame, and aligns with the threaded screw hole of the fork . brake noodle Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 15 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 19 . 7 . Loosely screw the fender braces to the fork . Note: The fender will be positioned and firmly fastened after the front tire is attached . Decal should be on the outside of the frame . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 16 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 20: Attach The Front Wheel

    2 . Place the front wheel axle in the fork drop-outs, making sure the wheel is centered . 3 . Tighten nuts to 240in-lbs. 4 . Tighten fender hardware, making sure the tire does not rub on the fender . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 17 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 21: Assemble The Front Brake

    . 4 . Release the brake lever . 5 . Lightly pull on the cable, and rotate the cable nut and cable barrel so they are no longer aligned . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 18 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 22 2 . With your opposite hand, pull the brake cable and noodle brake insert the end of the brake noodle into the brake carrier . cable brake brake wheel rim Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 19 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 23 . If necessary, adjust the position or rotation of Brake pad aligned with the rim surface the pads . Pad and rim should be parallel 1-2 mm Allen wrench loosening brake pad screw Correct Incorrect Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 20 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 24 1-2 mm . 4 . If the gap between the wheel and brake pad is uneven, adjust the position of the brake pad . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 21 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 25 . Adjustments should be made to each side as equally as possible to prevent running out of adjustment capability . See Adjust the Brake Cable) and repeat steps 4-6 . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 22 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 26 4 . Rotate the wheel and check the gap between the gap between the rim and brake pads and rim is 1-2 mm . brake pad . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 23 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 27 . page 17 . Replace the brake band before it is completely worn . The rear brake is a band brake system. Follow the steps to adjust the rear brake: Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 24 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
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  • Page 29: Brake Locking Buttons

    3 . Release the brake lever while holding down on the brake lever button. The brake will now be in the locked position . To unlock the brakes: 4 . Squeeze the brake lever tight and release . The brake should now be unlocked . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 26 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 30: Attach The Rear Fenders

    5 . Pull the fender upwards away from the tire to make sure the tire has proper clearance . Securely tighten the 3 bolts to hold the fender in place . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 27 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 31: Assemble The Wire Basket

    2 . Align the rings located on two corners of the basket . 3 . Insert the pins on the end of the chain through the rings on the corners of the basket . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 28 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 32: Attach The Wire Basket

    3 . Insert the screw and washer through the basket slots onto the threaded screw hole on the rear frame . 4 . Repeat steps three and four for the remaining washers and screws . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 29 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 33: Attach The Saddle

    Minimum Insertion mark is not visible . 5 . Turn the adjusting nut until there is sufficient pressure to hold the seat in place when the quick release lever is closed . 6 . Close the quick release clamp . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 30 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 34: Attach The Pedals

    Important! Stop if you feel resistance! This may be clockwise and the an indication the spindle is entering the hole at an right pedal turns angle . Remove the spindle and redo step 4 . clockwise . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 31 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 35: Adjust The Handlebar

    . wedge bolt 3 . Adjust the height of the stem, above the Minimum Insertion line, until the rider feels they have control of the tricycle and are comfortable . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 32 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 36: Adjust The Seat

    2 . Adjust the height of the seat until the rider feels they have control of the tricycle and are comfortable . 3 . Lock the quick release seat clamp . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 33 9/18/12 3:44 PM...

  • Page 37: Use

    Use the following checklist to ensure your tricycle is in cables proper working condition before riding the tricycle . Brakes:  The front and rear brakes work properly. shoe pads  The brake shoe pads are not overly worn and are correctly positioned in relation to the rims . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 34 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 38 . The tires have tread and there are no bulges or  excessive wear . Steering The handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted  and tightened, and allow proper steering . The handlebars are set correctly in relation to  tire tread the forks and the direction of travel . The handlebar binder bolt is tightened.  Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 35 9/18/12 3:44 PM...
  • Page 39 . The crank arms are securely tightened to the  axle and are not bent . crank arm pedal Frame and Fork The frame and fork are not bent or broken  Note: If either are bent or broken, call customer service . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 36 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 40: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    . and maintenance may vary depending on conditions the tricycle is exposed to . Always inspect the tricycle and conduct necessary maintenance before each use of the tricycle . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 37 9/18/12 3:45 PM...
  • Page 41 Pedals: that can be disassembled See bicycle mechanic for maintenance . NOTE: The frequency of maintenance should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions. Do not over lubricate. Remove excess lubricant to prevent dirt build up . Never use a de-greaser to lubricate your chains (WD-40 ® Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 38 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 42: Parts Maintenance

    See bicycle mechanic for repair . Hub Bearings Lift each wheel and see if there is movement See “Hub Bearings” for more detail or bicycle side to side mechanic for repair . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 39 9/18/12 3:45 PM...
  • Page 43 Check for broken or loose spokes See bicycle mechanic for repair . Tread Inspect for signs or excessive wear, flat spots Replace tire . or cuts and damage . Valves Check that valve caps are fitted and free Clean dirt from the valve . of dirt . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 40 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 44: Rear Brake Adjustment

    . Check the housing is seated It is recommended that the cables properly into each cable stop of the and housing be replaced every tricycle . riding season . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 41 9/18/12 3:45 PM...
  • Page 45 . 2 . Pull up on the bottom of the chain . 3 . If movement is more than 10 mm adjust the position of the rear frame . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 42 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 46: Hub Bearings

    . 3 . Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 43 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 47: Inflating The Tire Tube

    2 . Add air . 3 . Be sure the tire is evenly seated on the rim, both sides . 4 . Spin the wheel and check for high and low areas . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 44 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 48: Repairing A Flat Tire

    . 5 . Remove tube . Release second tire bead . Remove tire . 6 . Carefully inspect inside of the rim and tire for the cause of the flat. Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 45 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 49: Warranty

    . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 46 9/18/12 3:45 PM...
  • Page 50 . misuse, neglect, or theft . Claims involving these issues will NOTICE: Tricycle specifications subject to change without not be honored . notice . Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 47 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

  • Page 51: Purchase Record

    Fill out this record and retain it as well as your sales receipt a record of your purchase and potential warranty claims . Name: Address: State/City/Zip: Date of Purchase: Place of Purchase: Serial Number: Model Number: Date Code: Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 48 9/18/12 3:45 PM...
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  • Page 54 4902 Hammersley Road Madison, WI 53711 Service: 1-800-626-2811 www.pacific-cycle.com ©2012 Schwinn Meridian Manual R3 0918112 .indd 51 9/18/12 3:45 PM...

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