Intended Use - wheeler city/trekking Operating Instructions Manual

Observe the legal regulations concerning off-road cycling
pedelecs). These regulations may differ in each country. Please respect
nature when riding off-road. Only use your pedelec on signposted, well
maintained trails and hard-surface roads.
Always bear in mind that you travel rapidly and quietly when you are
riding a WHEELER pedelec. Do not startle pedestrians or other cyclists.
Always make others aware of your presence well ahead of time and by
ringing your bell or make use of the brakes so as to avoid accidents.
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Familiarize yourself with your WHEELER pedelec. You can fi nd further
information in the chapters "useful tips for riding a wheeler
pedelec" and "riding a wheeler Speed pedelec – Special fea-
tures".
If you bought a children's bicycle (b), observe the chapter "children's
bicycles" before your child sets off on it for the fi rst time. In some
countries there are specifi c regulations for children. Read the afore-
mentioned chapter before your child uses the bicycle for the fi rst time.
First of all, we would like to familiarize you with your WHEELER bicycle
b or pedelec. Please unfold the cover of this manual. A WHEELER city/
trekking bike
in which all the necessary components are described. Leave the page
unfolded as you read so that you can easily locate the components as
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they are referred to in the text.
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(a)
(c) and a WHEELER pedelec (d) are shown as examples
For your own safety, never do work on your pedelec unless
you feel absolutely sure about it. If you are in doubt or if you
have any questions, please contact your WHEELER bicycle
dealer.

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(also for Keep in mind that every bicycle type is built for a specifi c intended use.
Be sure to use your WHEELER bicycle only according to its intended
use, as it may otherwise not withstand the stress and would fail and
cause an accident with unforeseeable consequences!
1. city/trekking bikes (e)
for hard-surface roads, i.e. for tarred roads and bicycle lanes or
gravel fi eld tracks. Observe the traffi c rules when cycling on public
roads.
2. pedelecs (g+h) (pedal electric cycles) or epacs (electrically
power assisted cycles) are bicycles with an auxiliary motor that
only switches on when the pedals are moved by the rider. When
you stop pedalling, the motor switches off.
A driving licence is not required for riding a pedelec if the motor
assistance switches off automatically at a speed of 25 kmh/15
mph. You do not need an operating licence and need not insure the
pedelec either. Please do not confuse your pedelec with a speed
pedelec (S-Pedelec) (see item 4).
All regulations that apply to bicycles, also apply to pedelecs, i.e.
they are allowed to or must use cycle paths without any restric-
tions. Wearing a helmet is recommended, but not compulsory.
Most pedelecs are designed for cycling exclusively on lanes and
roads with a smooth surface. Only use trails that are allowed for
bicycles. In general, typical pedelecs are not suitable for off-road
use. Using pedelecs off-road can result in crashes with unforesee-
able consequences.
If your pedelec does not look like a typical city or trekking bike (see
the cover), then please read the chapter "before your first ride".
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Please note that there are different types of pedelecs and
e-bikes which are subject to different overall legal condi-
tions. Check the class of your WHEELER pedelec or e-bike
in the bicycle card. Keep the specifi c regulations for your
pedelec/e-bike class in mind when riding on public roads
and also through the countryside.
and children's bicycles (f) are intended
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