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L.L.Bean Portside Cruiser Final Assembly Instructions

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Final Assembly Instructions – Portside Cruiser
Thank you for buying your new bicycle from L.L.Bean. Read these instructions carefully before beginning the final
assembly. Prior to shipping, our expert cycling technicians completely assembled and tuned your bicycle to ensure that all
components are functioning properly. However, for shipping purposes we have to partially disassemble your bicycle.
Although this bicycle has been factory pre-assembled, some loosening may have occurred during shipping and handling.
WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RIDE THIS BICYCLE, read the enclosed Owner's Manual thoroughly. The
Owner's Manual includes important information on customizing your bike for an optimal fit.
Tools required for final assembly:
Cutting-type pliers – for removal of packaging materials, including "zip-ties"
6mm hex wrenches – for tightening stem bolt
15mm wrench or adjustable wrench – for tightening pedals & installing front fender
Phillips head screwdriver – for tightening the front reflector & front fender
8mm wrench or adjustable wrench – for tightening front fender
BEFORE GETTING STARTED:
PLEASE REMOVE BICYCLE FROM BOX AND REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIAL. Recommended tool –
diagonal cutting pliers, wire cutter, heavy duty shears, or multi-tool wire cutter.
QUESTIONS: Should you have any questions during the final assembly of your new bicycle, please call our product 11/19/13
specialists at 800-226-7552 any day between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern.
FYI - Your bicycle may appear different
from those in photos.
pg.1

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  • Page 1 Final Assembly Instructions – Portside Cruiser Thank you for buying your new bicycle from L.L.Bean. Read these instructions carefully before beginning the final assembly. Prior to shipping, our expert cycling technicians completely assembled and tuned your bicycle to ensure that all components are functioning properly.
  • Page 2 INSTALL HANDLEBAR AND STEM Required tool – 6mm hex wrench The front wheel has been removed and the fork may have been reversed for shipping. If you find the brakes facing toward the frame, spin the fork 180 degrees. Spin so the brake cable does not wrap around the head tube. In proper position, brakes will face away from the frame (1-A).

  • Page 3: Front Wheel Installation

    ATTACHMENT OF FRONT FENDER Tools required – 10mm & 8mm wrenches or adjustable wrench Using a 10mm wrench or an adjustable wrench, remove the locknut from the front brake mounting bolt, this is the thicker nut on the end (2-A). Insert the fender through the rear of the fork and the brake caliper. Position the fender with the brake mounting bolt through the fender mount (2-B).
  • Page 4 With the front wheel held off of the ground, ensure that the wheel can spin freely and the wheel is centered between the brake pads. If the tire is rubbing on the fender, you may need to raise the fender at the fender mount (3-C). The rim should be centered between the brake pads.

  • Page 5: Install Pedals

    The handlebar may have been rotated for shipping. To adjust, use a 6mm hex wrench to loosen the handlebar clamp bolt on the stem (4-C). Rotate to desired position and tighten the bolt. The grips should be parallel to the ground. The bolt should be tightened Handlebar enough that there is no movement when firmly pushing clamp bolt...
  • Page 6 6. ATTACHMENT OF SADDLE TO SETPOST Required tool- 13mm wrench or adjustable wrench Use a 13mm or adjustable wrench to loosen the seat clamp nut (6-A) enough to slide the small end of the seat post into the seat clamp. Ensure that the smaller end of the seat post is fully inserted into the seat clamp (6-B). Snug the clamp nut. Seat clamp Seat clamp nut To install the seat post to the bike, open the quick release seat clamp or loosen clamp bolt if not a quick release (6-C).

  • Page 7: Saddle Height Adjustment

    7. SADDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT If the seat and seat post are not already installed, insert the seat post into the seat post tube. WARNING: The seatpost may be raised or lowered for comfort, but it should never be raised above the “minimum insertion line”...
  • Page 8 QUESTIONS: Should you have any questions during the final assembly of your new bicycle, please call our product 11/19/13 specialists at 800-226-7552 any day between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern. pg.8...