Pedals And Crank Set - Dynacraft SINGLE SPEED Owner's Manual

PEDALS AND CRANK SET

Check for the right (R, red) sticker and left (L, green) sticker on each
pedal and crank arm. Match the appropriate pedal to each crank
(right to right and left to left) for assembly. Start each pedal spindle
by hand to avoid stripping the threads. Tighten with a 15 mm nar-
row open ended wrench so that the shoulder of the pedal spindle is
securely tightened against the crank arm. Note that the right hand
pedal attaches to the chainwheel side crank arm with a right-hand
(clockwise) thread. The left pedal attaches to the other crank arm
and has a left-hand (counter-clockwise) thread. It is very important
that you check the crank set for correct adjustment and tightness
before riding your bicycle.
New three piece cranks whether bolted (cotterless) or boltless
(binder end) may become loose with initial use, refer to pages 96
- 100 for crank type identification and instructions for adjustment
and maintenance. Once the pedals have been installed, remove the
dust caps from the center of each crank arm. Using a 14 mm socket
wrench, tighten the spindle nuts securely and replace the dust caps.
This tightening may have to be repeated during initial use.
WARNING
Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm will
cause irreparable damage. Unless the shoulder of the
pedal spindle is tight to the face of the crank arm, the
pedal may back out causing serious injury or death.
Make it tight so the shoulder is in complete contact
with the surface of the crank arm. Before your first
ride, please check to ensure your pedals
are attached correctly.
Dust Cap
WARNING
Never ride your bike if the cranks are loose. This
could damage the crank arms beyond repair, and
result in a loss of control, injury or death.
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