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Version: 7

Date: April 2010

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Page 1 User Manual Version: 7 Date: April 2010...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Related Questions Technology & Construction Troubleshooting itBike does not turn left or right itBike Pedals are stuck & will not turn Steering Column Replacement Steps Adjusting at the Steering Cord Clip Gear Box Removal & Installation ( Fiberglass model)
Page 3: Dear Itbike User
We hope you have many years of itBiking satisfaction. This manual provides you the information you will need to get started with itBike and it also provides information regarding preventative maintenance, service, safety and other considerations.
Page 4: Unpacking Itbike
Please keep this box as you will need it in the unlikely event that you have to do a major repair of the itBike hull or if you want to ship it somewhere. *Slide the itBike hull onto a non-abrasive surface.
Page 5 Inside the 2 carton you will find the Hull the Insert Module (which is composed of the itBike subsystem and the keel module), the Steering Column, the Seat and the Pedals. Take out the Insert Module and the other parts out of the 2 carton.
Page 6: Itbike Assembly
If you do not have the itStand, place the itBike hull in a position at least 16 inches above and parallel to the ground and make sure there is clearance between the hole in the middle of the itBike hull and the ground below.
Page 7: Secure The Insert Module
2) Make sure that the itBike propeller at the base of the Insert Module is aligned in such a way that it will not interfere with the itBike hull. Place the Insert Module into the itBike hull and make sure that the handles are facing the forward (pointy) part of the itBike hull.
Page 8 To secure the Insert Module into the itBike Hull, you re-install the Keel-Lock that you took off before sliding the Insert into the Hull. That is all there is to it. Do not over tighten. www.itbikes.com...
Page 9: Handle Bar Assembly
Handle Bar Assembly Place the handle bar into the sockets of the lower steering column located at the front part of the itBike. There will be 2 bicycle clamps and these can be tightened to lock the Handlebars into the Insert Module.
Page 10: Seating System Assembly
There is no need to as the seat can be moved forward and backwards. Another reason is that itCreations chose an optimum center of gravity for the itBike and by keeping the itBike user at the chosen height above the water, we have provided for ideal stability and comfort.
Page 11: Product Update: Seat Knob
Nov 14 2007 PRODUCT UPDATE : Seat Knob itCreations has updated the Seat Clamp to a Seat Knob for easy tightening and loosening. This is what it looks like: Step 3 Tightened look www.itbikes.com...
Page 12: Attaching The Itbike Pedals
Attaching the itBike Pedals The Pedals are marked: “L” for Left & “R” for Right Pedal Bolt the pedals to the crank shaft using a 6 mm Allan Key. Tighten the pedals enough so that they do not fall off, but not so tight that you strip your Allen key.
Page 13: Final Check
Turn the handlebars left and right and look below the itBike to make sure that the rudder is turning left and right. That is it. You are ready to go itBiking on the water.
Page 14 The hull is very smooth and you want to keep it that way. Sand or rocks will scratch it. From the Dock: Here again 2 people can easily place the itBike in the water 18” or deeper. If the dock does not have protected or cushioned sides, then please be careful not to hit your itBike against the side of the dock.
Page 15 If you use the itBike is weedy water and if your propeller is getting full of weeds, put the itBike into reverse and this should get most of the weeds off.
Page 16: Preventative Maintenance
If you are riding your itBike in fresh water, we suggest you wash your hull once in a while to keep it beautiful. Should you want to use more that just water...
Page 17 Is itBike stable? Yes, it is very stable. itBike is more stable than a kayak. This is achieved by the design of the hull that has a large, flat surface area as well as the buoyancy extenders on the sides.
Page 18 Also, fishermen find it quite useful in getting close to those special spots. Is it easy to get on the itBike from the water? Yes. Hold onto to grab handle at the back of the bike frame and get back on Or get on the itBike from the side.
Page 19 If itBike lands on shore, will the keel handle it? Yes. We have made a very solid keel. However, don’t sit on the itBike when it is not on the water. Don’t turn the pedals when you are on dry land. Please treat your itBike with care. We have made itBike to last, and we have made it to have pride in.
Page 20: Storage And Transport
Yes. Isn’t that great? ItBike is not large and it is light. You can use various kayak racks to put 2 itBike hulls on the roof. The Insert Module will fit in the trunks or back seats of most cars and SUVs The ItBike hull will fit behind the front seats of most SUVS, as the length is less than 8 feet.
Page 21 The gears require no greasing. They are self-sealed. The itBike chain requires no tightening. We suggest you wash your hull once and a while as you have a beautiful hull. We suggest proper care of your itBike. If a part does break, replacements are easy to get, and fixes are simple.
Page 22: Safety Related Questions
Should I ride itBike at high speeds onto the beach? No. The itBike is fast. If you come into shore too quickly, with waves behind you, and the keel grounds on the beach first, as it will, you could be thrown forward into the handlebar and even over the bike.
Page 23: Technology & Construction
The itBike frame is very sturdy. In the itBike photos, you can observe very solid support structures that provide a safe, solid and comfortable ride.
Page 24 How did you get the name itBike? One of the founders of the itBike was having diner with his 11 old daughter and she suggested the itBike. It was a different type of name, but many people liked it. The Internet age has brought some wild names that we now accept in our daily lives.
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Trouble-shooting itBike does not turn left or right www.itbikes.com...
Page 26: Itbike Pedals Are Stuck & Will Not Turn
Pedals are stuck & will not turn. www.itbikes.com...
Page 27 Sept 2007 Steering Column Replacement Steps: Lower Steering Column Step 1 Step 2 Loosen the Rudder Loosen the Steering Wire Cheave Bolt Step 3 Step 4 Loosen the Column Take off the Cord Clip Cheave Bolt www.itbikes.com...
Page 28 Steering Column Replacement Steps cont’d: Step 5 Step 6 Unhook the Steering Wire Unscrew the Column Nut Step 7 Step 8 Pull out the broken piece Insert the replacement Column Step 9 Step 10 Put Column Nut back on Reposition the Steering Wire www.itbikes.com...
Page 29 Steering Column Replacement Steps cont’d: Step 11 Step 12 Tighten the Steering Cord Tighten the Rudder Cheave Step 13 Step 14 Align the Blade Put Back the Cord Clip and Steering Column Step 15 Go itBiking! Tighten the Bolt www.itbikes.com...
Page 30: Adjusting At The Steering Cord Clip
Oct 2007 Adjusting at the Steering Cord Clip The Steering Cable rarely needs adjusting at the steering column. Here is the solution should either of the below problems occur. Problems: 1) The steering cable is fraying under or around the cord clip. 2) When you turn the handle bars the steering cable just slides across the rudder cheave and so the rudder does not turn.
Page 31 Adjusting at the Steering Cord Clip cont’d: Step 3 Step 4 Here is the Cord Clip unbolted. This is the Cheave and Cable when the Cord Clip is removed. Step 5 Step 6 Place a Washer sz #10 into the Place 2 sz #10 Washers Cord clip bed UNDER the Cable.
Page 32 Adjusting at the Steering Cord Clip cont’d: Step 7 Step 8 Put the Cord Clip back in place. Screw the Bolt back in. Step 9 Step 10 The Steering Cable should stop fraying and it should now turn with the Steering column. Do not over tighten.
Page 33: (Fiberglass Model)
Gear Box Removal & Installation (Fiberglass Model) STEP 1 Unbolt the Rudder Cheave Bolt with Allen Key # 4 ( metric ) and remove it from the Rudder Cheave. Rudder Cheave Bolt STEP 2 Hold the Rudder Cheave and pull the Rudder straight out to remove it.
Page 34 Gear Box Removal & Installation cont’d: (Fiberglass Model) STEP 4 Remove the two Small Sprocket Disks and Small Sprocket with Chain from Gear Box Shaft. Small Sprocket Small Sprocket Disk STEP 5 Unscrew the twelve Frame Bolts with Screwdriver Fillips and remove them. STEP 6 Lift up the Frame from the Keel.
Page 35 Gear Box Removal & Installation cont’d: (Fiberglass Model) STEP 7 Loose the four Gear Box Bolts with Allen Key # 5 and remove them.. Gear Box Bolts STEP 8 Loose with Screwdriver Fillips and remove the six Shassis Bolts securing Shassis to the Keel. Shassis Bolts STEP 9 Remove Frame assembly from the Keel.
Page 36 Gear Box Removal & Installation cont’d: (Fiberglass Model) STEP 10 Unscrew the four Keel Opening Cover Screw with screwdriver Fillips and remove Cover from the Keel. Keel Opening Cover STEP 11 Loose the UVJoint Bolt with Allen Key # 4 (metric) on Propeller side and remove it from UVJoint.
Page 37 Gear Box Removal & Installation cont’d: (Fiberglass Model) STEP 13 Loose the Gear Box UVJoint Bolt with Allen Key # 4 (metric) on Shaft side and remove it out from the UVJoint. UV Joint Bolt STEP 14 Fold the UVJoint by lifting Propeller side UVJoint and pull Shaft strait out from the Gear Box UVJoint.
Page 38 Gear Box Removal & Installation cont’d: (Fiberglass Model) STEP 16 Place on the front edge Gear Box opening protection and carefully pull the Gear Box straight out. Protection Gear Box Bolt STEP 17 Install the UVJoint to the Gear Box replacement and reassemble all parts following the reverse sequence.
Page 39 Hull Repair Instructions: (Fiberglass Model) www.itbikes.com...
Page 40 Hull Repair Instructions cont’d www.itbikes.com...