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Huffy 1C4880-A01 User's Manual

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1. Crank Bearing Set Front Wheel Rear Wheel Front or Rear Tire Front or Rear Inner Tube Stem Handlebar Grips Rear Brake Lever Rear Caliper Brake Rear Brake Cable and Sheath Front Brake Lever Front Caliper Brake Front Brake Cable and Sheath Rear Shift Control and Cable Rear Derailleur Rear Shift Control Sheath Front Shift Control and Cable Front Derailleur Front Shift Control Sheath Seat Post Seat Reflector Kit Chain Spoke Protector Rear Sprocket Cluster Crank Pedals Seat Post Clamp Hardware Quick Release Axle Bag Water Bottle Kit Bar Ends Kickstand Handlebar Plug Huffy will make every attempt to find exact replacement parts for newly purchasedbicycles We cannot however guarantee exact replacement parts or every part for older models We recommend the following internet sites for helpful information on bicycle assembly repair and adjustment www bicyclerepairshop com members aol com biketune
2. Flat blade Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver ara i mo 46 Slip Joint Pliers Metric Allen Wrenches Needed on some models Front Wheel If the bicycle does not have a front fender go to Step 2 1 Attach front fender 1 to the fork 2 with screws 9 2 Assemble the front wheel to the fork If the axle nuts are already attached to the front wheel axle begin by removing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench Set the wheel into the front fork If the tire will not go down between the brake shoes 4 remove one brake shoe WARNING Return the brake shoe to the correct position as written in the Caliper Brake System adjustments section NOTE If the bicycle does not use nuts 7 to attach the front wheel go to Step 3 Put each fender brace 5 over the end of the axle 3 Install wheel retainers 6 making sure the tabs are in the fork NOTE Some models have a front fork with a built in wheel retention feature and the wheel retainers are not required Attach the front wheel with serrated nuts WARNING Do not use nuts without serrations to attach the front wheel Put the wheel in the center of the fork and tighten both nuts to the recommended torque of 21 ft Ibs 3 Assemble the quick release mechanism to the front wheel Remove the adjusting nut 4 and one spring from the quick release mechanism Put the quick release mechanism through the front wheel hub Put the s
3. 2 These are the lower gear combinations They allow you to pedal easier and at a faster rhythm but with less distance traveled per pedal revolution For the best performance in this case do not use the smallest rear sprocket 3 When riding downhill or with the wind you may wish to keep the chain on the largest front sprocket 4 and shift the chain on the rear UI sprocket cluster These are the higher gear combinations They allow you to pedal harder and at a slower rhythm but with more distance traveled per pedal revolution For the best performance in this case do not use the largest rear sprocket 5 On bicycles with three front sprockets you may wish to keep the chain on the middle front sprocket 6 and shift the chain on the rear ts sprocket cluster These gear combinations are middle range which i 85 overlap some of the higher and some of the lower gear combinations General Adjustments These instructions describe most adjustments that the shift system may need If you can not adjust the shift system using these instructions have a bicycle service shop do the adjustments that are needed The front derailleur has two adjusting screws The low adjusting screw sometimes marked L limits how far the front derailleur and chain can move toward the frame The high adjusting Screw sometimes marked H limits how far the front derailleur and chain can move away from the
4. around the handlebar for twistshift models or moves the shift lever thumbshift models to an index position When the rear shift control moves into each position with a click sound the shift is complete The rider turns the front shift control around the handlebar for twistshift models or moves the shift lever to an index position thumbshift models Each shift control pulls a cable wire that is attached to the derailleur The derailleur moves and guides the chain from one sprocket to another If there is some chain noise after the shift turn the rear shift control a small amount to trim the rear derailleur CAUTION Do not force the shift levers Shift only when pedaling forward and without strong force Do not backpedal Backpedaling can cause the chain to come off the sprockets Backpedaling and shifting while not pedaling can damage the sprockets and stretch the cable wire There is no correct gear in which to ride the bicycle The correct gear is the one that is comfortable to you To select a gear or sprocket combination while riding While pedaling shift the chain onto different front and rear sprocket combinations You will feel a difference in the rhythm and ease of pedaling Shift the chain to the gear that allows you to pec you When riding uphill or against the wind you may LI wish to keep the chain on the smallest front sprocket 1 and shift the chain on the rear sprocket cluster
5. by hand to make sure the bearings are tight Install reflector bracket and locknut 8 Tighten locknut Bottom of Fork OE e No 1 Attach the hardware to the fork AN EN O d x Remove and discard plastic cap 5 on fork 6 Tighten bearing cone 2 by hand to make sure the bearings are tight Install sheath stop 3 and locknut 4 You may not have a sheath stop If you do not install a keyed washer and locknut NOTE The sheath stop barrel 11 is on the cable wire of the front cantilever brake Install it during the assembly of the brake Tighten locknut 2 Assemble the front reflector bracket and clear reflector to the fork Attach the reflector bracket to the front of the fork with a bolt 9 and self locking nut 10 If necessary adjust the angle of the front reflector bracket so the clear reflector is vertical perpendicular to the ground Handlebar Mount Style 1 and Style 2 1 Assemble to the handlebar Putthe clamp 1 as near the handlebar stem as possible NOTE If you have Style 1 make sure the bracket points towards the ground Hold the reflector in this position and tighten the screw s 3 Operation and Maintenance WARNING For your own safety do not ride the bicycle if the reflectors are incorrectly installed damaged or missing Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other artic
6. follow the instructions for that style Seat Post Seat Post Post Clamp Rear Brace m is Y 7 2 VS D x Seat Post 1 Assemble the reflector bracket to the seat post NOTE If the reflector bracket is too large for the seat post put the rubber spacer inside the clamp Make sure the red reflector 4 is vertical points toward the rear of the bicycle and has three inches of clearance between the top of the seat and the top of the red reflector Hold the red reflector in this position and tighten the screw s Post Clamp 1 Put the rear reflector bracket on the post clamp Make sure the rear reflector bracket points up Put the bolt through the reflector bracket and the post clamp 8 Install nut or nut and washer Do not tighten at this time Rear Brace 1 Install bracket on rear brace Put bracket on brace so the bracket points up p XD MSS Install bolt and nut also washer if provided r d b 18 Om Tighten securely Operation and Maintenance WARNING For your own safety do not ride the bicycle if the reflectors are incorrectly installed damaged or missing Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles Dirty reflectors do not work well Clean the reflectors as necessary with soap and a damp cloth Spoke Reflectors Your bicycle may have one of the following styles of spoke refl
7. frame 1 Put the low adjusting screw in the correct position as Q N follows Shift the chain onto the third largest rear sprocket and Q0 the smallest front sprocket a Loosen nut of the cable clamp 16 154 Turn the low adjusting screw so the left inside edge of the chain cage 17 and the chain 18 just do not touch Remove the slack from the cable wire and tighten the nut of the cable clamp 2 Put the high adjusting screw in the correct position as follows Shift the chain onto the largest front sprocket and the smallest rear sprocket Turn the high adjusting screw so the right inside edge of the chain cage and the chain just do not touch NOTE If the shift lever does not move easily If the shift cable seems to stick lubricate it Do not lubricate the shift control If the shift cable is sharply bent rusted or has broken strands replace it Do the Rear Derailleur Adjustments if The chain will not shift onto all the rear sprockets The chain comes off the rear sprockets The chain makes noise while on the smallest or largest rear sprocket The rear derailleur 5 rubs the spoke protector Rear Derailleur Adjustments Q The rear derailleur has two adjusting screws The low i If adjusting screw sometimes marked L limits how far the H rear derailleur and chain can move toward the wheel The high adjusting screw sometimes marked H limits ho
8. noise may be reduced by following the instructions below Make sure the caliper brakes are adjusted correctly Using a small adjustable wrench bend each caliper arm so the front edge of each brake shoe is the first part to touch the rim WARNING Bend each caliper only a small amount If you bend the caliper arm too far the caliper brake can be damaged and performance of the caliper brake reduced Operation Operate the brakes as follows Squeeze the brake lever on the handlebar The brake lever pulls on a cable that is attached to the brake The brake squeezes the rim between two brake shoes Operate the brakes by slowly and continuously squeezing both brake levers until you feel the braking action Make a habit of always using both brakes to stop the bicycle You will stop in the shortest distance by using both brakes WARNING If you do not obey the following instructions injury to the rider or to others can occur Before you ride the bicycle for the first time check and adjust the brakes as written in the Adjustments section Then test the brakes and practice using them at low speed in a large and level area that is free of obstructions When correctly used the brake system is very effective But if you apply the front brake too strongly you can be thrown off the bicycle Make a habit of always using both brakes to stop the bicycle Always try to brake while going in a straight line If you must brake whil
9. over the fork legs and dab a small amount of grease on the each leg just above the plastic bushing There should not be excessive looseness in the fork leg bushings Stand beside the bike and gently apply the front brake Rock the bike back and forth to check for excessive looseness in the fork bushings Take the bike immediately to a dealer for inspection if excessive looseness is apparent Replacement Part Order List To order warranty replacement parts call us at E S T 1 800 872 2453 To order the correct part refer to the model number stamped on the inside cover of this manual and substitute it for the xxxxx below in our Part Number system For example if your model number from the inside front cover is 28206 and you need a new seat order Part Number 28206 SD Note Your model may not look exactly like the representative picture shown Key Number OONOARWD 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Part Number XXXXX FR XXXXX FK xxxxx BRGHD xxxxx BRGCR xxxxx WHF xxx WHR XXXXX TR xxoxx TU Xxxxx ST xxxxx HB xxxxx GR xxxxx HDRB xxxxx CALR xxxxx BC xxxxx HDFB xxxxx CALF xxxxx BC Xxxxx SHR xxxxx DRR XXxxx SCR xxxxx SHL xxxxx DRF XXXXX SCF Xxxxx SP xxxxx SD xxxxx RK xxxxx CH Xxxxx SR xoxx FW xxxxx CR xxxxx PD xxxxx SMCLHDW Xxxxx AC xoooc TB xxxxx BO xxxxx HBENDS xxxxx KS xxxxx HP Description Frame Fork Head Bearing Set
10. Owner s Manual for Multi Speed Bicycles This Owner s Manual contains assembly operation and maintenance instructions Awarnine Check operation of brakes every time before bicycle is ridden The rider must wear a helmet Do not ride at night Check on local bicycle laws before bicycle is ridden Read the entire Owner s Manual before bicycle is assembled ridden or maintenance work is performed 1C4880 A01 HBC Limited Warranty Part or model specifications are subject to change without notice This Limited Warranty is the only warranty for your HBC bicycle There are no other express warran ties The only uses for this product are described in this manual Warranty registration is not re quired This Limited Warranty extends only to the original consumer and is not transferable to anyone else What does this Limited Warranty cover This Limited Warranty covers all parts of the bicycle What must you do to keep the Limited Warranty in effect This Limited Warranty is effective only if the bicycle is completely and correctly assembled the bicycle is used under normal conditions for its intended purpose see the following section for excluded activities the bicycle receives all necessary maintenance and adjustments What is not covered by this Limited Warranty The bicycle is designed for general transportation and recreational use only This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear normal mainte
11. ade to withstand the abuse of stunting and jumping If the bicycle was purchased unassembled it is the owner s responsibility to follow all assembly and adjustment instructions exactly as written in this manual and any Special Instructions supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened If the bicycle was purchased assembled it is the owner s responsibility before riding the bicycle for the first time to make sure the bicycle is assembled and adjusted exactly as written in this manual and any Special Instructions supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle To determine the correct size of bicycle for the rider Straddle the assembled bicycle with feet shoulder width apart and flat on the ground There must be at least one inch of clearance 1 between the highest part of the top tube 2 and the crotch of the rider The minimum leg length for the rider is the highest part of the top tube plus one inch 3 Rules of the Road WARNING Failure of the rider to obey the following Rules of the Road can result in injury to the rider or to others Obey all traffic regulations signs and signals Always wear a bicycle helmet that meets Snell and CPSC safety standards as well as local safety standards Do not ride at night f you choose to ride at night Purchase install and use a headlight
12. and taillight Headlights are required by all states for nighttime riding and taillights are required in some states Battery powered lights or flashing safety lights are also recommended Make sure the reflectors of your bicycle are correctly positioned Do not remove the reflector or replace the reflectors with lighted devices that look similar to reflectors Make yourself more visible to motorists Wear light colored or reflective clothing such as a reflective vest and reflective bands for your arms and legs Use reflective tape on your helmet Do not let anything cover the reflectors Use extra caution in wet weather Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily Apply the caliper or cantilever brakes sooner than normal as greater stopping distance is necessary especially if the wheel rims are wet Ride on the correct side of the road in a single file and in a straight line Be aware of drain grates soft road edges gravel or sand pot holes or ruts wet leaves or uneven paving Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of control or damage to your wheels Cross railroad tracks at a right angle to prevent the loss of control Avoid unsafe actions while riding Do not carry any passengers Do not carry any items or attach anything to your bicycle that could hinder your vision hearing or control Do not ride with both hands off the handlebar If you have an ATB All Terrain Bike style bicy
13. cle obey these additional Rules of Off Road Riding Always wear the correct safety equipment Use extreme caution when not riding on pavement Do not ride in off road conditions that are beyond your capabilities Ride trails in relatively flat areas that have few obstacles For steeper downhill areas lower the saddle and move it toward the rear if possible to shift your center of gravity down and back Be sensitive to the environment conscientious of the property on which you ride and considerate of others you may meet on the trail Introduction This Owner s Manual is made for several different bicycles Some of the illustrations may not look exactly like the parts of the bicycle but the instructions are correct If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual look for separate Special Instructions that are supplied with the bicycle Make sure the rear wheel is centered in the bicycle frame Do not dispose of the carton and packaging until you complete the assembly of the bicycle This can prevent accidentally discarding parts of the bicycle NOTE All of the directions right left front rear etc in this manual are as seen by the rider while seated on the bicycle Attach and use only HBC brand accessories and replacement parts on the bicycle Tools Needed e 2 Small Adjustable Wrench Large Adjustable Wrench Jaws must open at least 9 16 inch Jaws must open at least 1 1 4 inch
14. dals X Push water bottle into cage Bags Determine which bag looks most like the one you have and follow the instructions Awaanine Attach bag as written in these instructions Make sure that the accessory does not interfere with the correct movement or operation of the steering or brake lever s Make sure the bag does not cover any reflectors Do not attach the bag to any other part of the bicycle Do not carry any items that could hang down and catch in the front wheel Do not carry any items in the bag which weigh more than two pounds If the bag has straps make sure the straps can not get into the front wheel Stop the bicycle before you open or close the bag Handlebar Bag Attach the bag to the handlebar Put bag against the front of the handlebar m Wrap fasteners around the handlebar and push together oL Make sure the bag does not cover any reflectors If the bag covers any reflectors turn the bag toward the rider Wrap fasteners around the handlebar and push together Frame Bag Assemble the bag to the bicycle frame Put the bag under the top tube and in front of the seat tube of the bicycle frame Wrap each fastener around the frame tube and push together Saddle Ba Attach the bag to the bottom of the seat and to the seat post or seat pillar Put the bag against the bottom of the seat 9 Wrap the fasteners around the seat post or seat pillar and around the frame under th
15. e lever Move each bar end around the handlebar to a position that is comfortable to the rider Tighten the clamp bolt of bar end securely 8 Test the tightness of the handlebar ends Hold the bicycle stationary and try to move the ends of the handlebar ends forward and backward If either handlebar end moves on the handlebar reposition it and tighten the clamp bolt tighter than before If the handlebar moves in the stem loosen the stem clamp reposition the handlebar and tighten the handlebar clamp tighter than before Do this test again until the handlebar ends and the handlebar do not move 9 Put each brake lever in the correct position Put each brake lever in a position that is comfortable to the rider Tighten the clamp screw of each brake lever Operation WARNING If you choose to ride with your hands on the handlebar ends be careful You will not be able to stop as quickly because your hands are farther away from the brake levers Assembly CAUTION If you accidently drop the seat post into the seat tube you may not be able to remove it 1 Install post clamp on seat tube Put the clamp on the seat tube Push the clamp 1 down so you can see 1 16 inch 2 of the seat tube 3 above the clamp NOTE Some post clamps are welded in position and can not be moved If the post clamp has a raised edge make sure the raised edge is against the top of the seat tube 2 Assemble the seat to the
16. e on its left side Slowly turn the rear wheel clockwise Put four drops of oil in the crack between the rear sprockets which are stationary and the freewheel body which is turning clockwise Lift up the rubber fork boot and dab a small amount of grease on the fork leg just above the plastic bushing Inspection of the Bearings Maintenance Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle Have a bicycle service shop lubricate the bearings once a year or any time they do not pass the following tests Head Tube Bearings The fork should turn freely and smoothly at all times With the front wheel off the ground you should not be able to move the fork up down or side to side in the head tube Crank Bearings The crank should turn freely and smoothly at all times and the front sprockets should not be loose on the crank You should not be able to move the pedal end of the crank from side to side Wheel Bearings Lift each end of the bicycle off the ground and slowly spin the raised wheel by hand The bearings are correctly adjusted if The wheel spins freely and easily The weight of the spoke reflector when you put it toward the front or rear of the bicycle causes the wheel to spin back and forth several times There is no side to side movement at the wheel rim when you push it to the side with light force Suspension Fork The fork should slide freely up and down through its travel If it is sticking lift up the rubber boot
17. e parts Grip Shift Thumb Shift 171 Make sure the brake lever to the rear brake is mounted on the right side of the handlebar Make sure the shifter to the rear derailleur is mounted on the right side of the handlebar Install grips using a mixture of five drops of liquid soap in a cup of water WARNING Use only soap and water to install the grips The grips may slip while wet Allow the grips to completely dry before riding the bicycle Wet the handlebar and the inside of each grip 1 with the soap mixture Using a twisting motion push each grip fully on the handlebar If you have bar ends make sure they are fully on the handlebar If the grips are open on both ends push a plastic plug 11 into each end of the handlebar you may need a rubber mallet for this NOTE If your bicycle came with two sets of handlebar end plugs discard the larger plugs that are packaged with the handlebar ends The other set will fit correctly 4 Tighten the stem bolt and the handlebar clamp WARNING Do not overtighten the stem bolt Overtightening the stem bolt can damage the steering system and cause loss of control Make sure the stem is aligned with the front wheel and tighten the stem bolt Put the handlebar in a comfortable position for the rider WARNING If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough the handlebar can slip in the stem This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem and can cause loss of control Tighten
18. e seat NOTE Some seat bags have one fastener on top that goes around the wire between the springs as shown Other seat bags have two fasteners on top which go around the frame under the seat WARNING Some models have rear reflectors mounted to the seatpost Make sure the position of the rear bag does not interfere with the visibility of the rear reflector when viewed from behind Push fasteners together Kickstand If your model does not already have the kickstand attached determine which kickstand looks most like the one you have and follow the instructions CAUTION Do not sit on the bicycle with the kickstand down Damage to the kickstand and frame can occur Crank Mount Assemble the kickstand to the bicycle frame Put the kickstand 1 under the bicycle frame Assemble the hardware to the kickstand and the bicycle frame Align the kickstand with the bicycle frame Tighten hardware securely The kickstand may be adjustable Loosen screw 2 and move kickstand in or out so bicycle is stable when standing Tighten screw Rear Mount Attach the kickstand to the left side of the bicycle frame tubes near the rear axle Tighten hardware securely Shift System Operation There are two shift levers on the bicycle The right hand shift lever operates the rear derailleur and the left hand shift lever operates the front derailleur Operate the shift system as follows The rider turns the rear shift control
19. e shop true the wheel 4 Check sheath position Make sure both ends of the sheath are fully recessed in the brake lever sheath stops if equipped and brakes If not install sheath in correct position and do Step 3 again Do this test again until the sheath is in the correct position 5 Test the tightness of the cable clamp Squeeze each brake lever with firm pressure Make sure the cable does not move in the cable clamp If the cable moves in the cable clamp do Steps 3 and 4 again but tighten the cable clamp tighter than before Do this test again until the cable does not move in the cable clamp 6 Adjust the brake lever reach so the distance from the grip is comfortable to the rider Turn the adjustment screw if equipped to change the distance of the brake lever from the grip Make sure the back of each grip is no more than 3 1 2 inches from the from the front of each brake lever 7 Test the travel of each brake lever Squeeze each brake lever with strong pressure If the brake lever touches the grip do Steps 1 through 7 again WARNING After you do Steps 1 through 7 again if either brake lever touches the grip or does not work well have a bicycle service shop repair or adjust the caliper or cantilever brakes Reducing Caliper Brake Noise Caliper Brake Only It is common for caliper brakes to make noise or squeak when in use This noise does not normally indicate a brake problem The
20. e turning when the pavement is wet or if the pavement is covered with sand gravel or leaves start to brake sooner than normal and apply the brakes intermittently to reduce the chance of skidding If the rims are wet start to brake sooner than normal because a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary Be careful when riding downhill or at a high speed because as your speed increases a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary Slow for curves because too much speed can force you to make a turn that is too wide Keep wax oil grease etc off the rims and the brake shoes These lubricants will reduce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary Check and adjust the brakes the first time they do not stop the bicycle quickly and smoothly do not stop the bicycle as well as they have in the past or if either brake lever can touch the grip Accessories Water Bottles Determine which water bottle looks most like the one you have and follow the instructions WARNING Do not use a water bottle while riding Always stop the bicycle before you use the water bottle NOTE Thoroughly wash any water bottle before you use it Install cage and water bottle Using the supplied hardware assemble cage to bicycle frame and tighten securely 221 Make sure the open end of the cage is toward the front of the bicycle Make sure the cage does not touch the crank or pe
21. ectors Many bicycles will come with the wheel reflectors already attached If your bicycle does not have the wheel reflectors attached determine which style you have and follow the instructions Style 1 Bolt and nut 1 Assemble a reflector between the spokes of each wheel NOTE If the bicycle has a wheel disc put the reflector in the notch of the wheel disc The notch is shaped so the spoke reflector fits into it X Make sure the center of each reflector 1 is less than three inches from the inside edge of the wheel rim 2 Make sure the curve of the reflector 3 matches the curve of the wheel rim 4 Install bolt and nut then tighten 187 Style 2 Push pin Put fastener 6 over a spoke 7 and into each reflector Push pin straight into reflector until a snap sound is heard Style 3 One quarter turn Put fastener 6 over a spoke 7 and into each reflector Turn fastener clockwise one quarter of a turn Operation and Maintenance 452 WARNING For your own safety do not ride the bicycle if the reflectors are incorrectly installed damaged or missing Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles Dirty reflectors do not work well Clean the reflectors as necessary with soap and a damp cloth Handlebar and Stem The bicycle may have different styles of handlebar st
22. ed joints carefully and frequently for very small cracks If you see any small cracks stop riding the bicycle Have the frame inspected by a qualified professional at a bicycle service shop before riding the bicycle again NOTE Have a bicycle service shop make any repairs or adjustments for which you do not have the correct tools or if the instructions in this manual or any Special Instructions are not sufficient for you Suspension Frame on some models Adjustments The bicycle may have an adjustable shock absorbing suspension You can change the suspension as you E prefer for a softer or a firmer ride r TWT To change the suspension LN jN For a softer ride turn the adjusting nut 1 clockwise so the suspension spring 2 is compressed less fols 248 For a firmer ride turn the adjusting nut counter clockwise so the suspension spring is compressed more Three Piece Cranks on some models Maintenance Both three piece crank arms 1 were tightened to the spindle 2 at the factory After riding the bicycle the first few times make sure the crank arms have not loosened If either crank arm has loosened during this break in period have it tightened by a bicycle service shop because special tools are necessary Frequently check the tightness of the crank arms If loose have them tightened by a bicycle service shop CAUTION If you ride the bicycle for a moderate length of time with a loose cran
23. elease lever with one hand while you turn the adjusting nut with the other hand Tighten or loosen the adjusting nut by hand so that you first feel resistance to the quick release lever when it is parallel with the axle Put the wheel in the center of the fork and with strong lt p gt SEN force push the cam lever to the close position 5 VERE 373 When in the close position make sure the quick release lever lays along the fork Make sure the both the adjusting nut and the opposite end of the quick release mechanism make marks in the fork If they do not mark the fork do Step 5 again but tighten the adjusting nut tighter than before The tightening torque of the quick release lever should be between 43 and 65 in Ibs Operation To remove the wheel Move the quick release lever to the open position It is not necessary to turn the adjusting nut to remove the wheel Before riding the bicycle Especially after parking in a public place always check that the quick release mechanism is properly installed and tightened If you are not certain that the quick release mechanism is correctly installed and tightened do Steps 4 and 5 of these instructions Make sure the quick release lever is pushed fully to the close position Front Reflector Bracket and Clear Reflector Assembly This section covers the assembly of the front reflector to the front reflector bracket Determine which style you
24. ems One style mounts inside the fork while the other mounts around the outside of the fork Follow the instructions for the style that you have Assembly Inside mount 1 Assemble the stem to the fork Inside mount style dde If necessary assemble the stem bolt 4 washer 10 and wedge nut 11 to the stem 1 Point the stem 1 toward the front of the bicycle Outside mount WARNING To prevent steering system P damage and possible loss of control the MIN IN minimum insertion mark 3 on the stem must be inside the locknut o xo 401 Tighten the stem bolt 4 just enough that the stem will not fall into the locknut Outside mount style If necessary loosen the top bolt 1 of the stem 2 and the stem bolt s 3 only just far enough so the stem can turn on the fork Point the stem toward the front of the bicycle Tighten the top bolt of the stem Tighten the stem bolt s equally Og A i 2 Assemble the handlebar to the stem Put the handlebar 5 into the stem but do not tighten the handlebar clamp 6 at this time 167 3 Determine the type of parts to be assembled to the handlebar Following are the various combination of parts that you may have to assemble Determine which parts are most like what you have and assemble as shown You may not have some of the parts but assemble the parts you have in the order as shown You may have to move the handlebar to each side to install som
25. have before beginning assembly Snap In Style Screw In Style A J Q Reflector Assembly 1 Assemble the clear reflector to the front reflector bracket A WARNING Install the clear reflector exactly as shown or it will not operate correctly Snap In Style Push the reflector 1 onto the reflector bracket 2 Make sure the stud 3 on the reflector goes into the hole 4 of the bracket with a snap sound Screw In Style Put the reflector onto the reflector bracket Make sure the studs on the back of the reflector go into the holes of the reflector bracket Put the screw through the bracket and into the reflector Tighten screw Front Reflector Bracket Installation This section covers several different placements of the front reflector bracket Make sure the front reflector is vertical perpendicular to the ground The front reflector bracket will mount on the fork or handlebar Some models may already have the brackets and reflectors installed If the reflector is not installed refer to the Front Reflector Bracket and Clear Reflector Assembly section Determine which type of reflector bracket you have and its mounting location and then follow the instructions for that style Top of Fork Bottom of Fork Handlebar Mount Handlebar Mount Style 1 Style 2 Top of Fork 1 Attach the hardware to the fork Remove and discard plastic cap 5 if installed on fork 6 Tighten bearing cone 7
26. k arm the spindle will damage the crank arm Tires Maintenance Frequently check the tire inflation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time For extended storage keep the weight of the bicycle off the tires WARNING Do not ride or sit on the bicycle if either inner tube is under inflated This can damage the tire and inner tube Do not use unregulated air hoses to inflate the inner tubes An unregulated hose can suddenly over inflate bicycle tires and cause them to burst Use a hand or a foot pump to inflate the inner tubes Service station meter regulated air hoses are also acceptable The correct inflation pressure is shown on the tire sidewall If two inflation pressures are on the tire sidewall use the higher pressure for on road riding and the lower pressure for off road riding The lower pressure will provide better tire traction and a more comfortable ride Before adding air to any tire make sure the edge of the tire the bead is the same distance from the rim all around the rim on both sides of the tire If the tire does not appear to be seated correctly release air from the inner tube until you can push the bead of the tire into the rim where necessary Add air slowly and stop frequently to check the tire seating and the pressure until you reach the correct inflation pressure Replace worn or defective tires and inner tubes Maintenance WARNING Do not over lubricate If oil gets on the wheel rims or the bra
27. ke shoes it will reduce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary Injury to the rider or to others can occur The chain can throw excess oil onto the wheel rim Wipe excess oil off the chain Keep all oil off the surfaces of the pedals where your feet rest Using soap and hot water wash all oil off the wheel rims the brake shoes the pedals and the tires Rinse with clean water and dry completely before you ride the bicycle Using a light machine oil 20W and the following guidelines lubricate the bicycle What When Shift Levers never Derailleurs every six months Brake Levers every six months Caliper Brakes every six months Cantilever every six months Brakes Brake and every six months the Shift Cables Pedals every six months Chain every six months Rear Sprocket every six months Cluster Freewheel Suspension every six months Fork How Do not lubricate the shift levers Put one drop of oil on each pivot point of the derailleurs Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each brake lever Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each caliper brake Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each cantilever brake Put four drops of oil into both ends of each cable Allow oil to soak back along the cable wire Put four drops of oil where the axles go into the pedals Put one drop of oil on each roller of the chain Wipe all excess oil off the chain Lay the bicycl
28. les Dirty reflectors do not work well Clean the reflectors as necessary with soap and a damp cloth Rear Reflector Bracket and Red Reflector Assembly This section covers the assembly of the rear reflector to the rear reflector bracket Determine which style you have before beginning assembly Snap In Style Screw In Style Reflector Assembly 1 Assemble the red reflector to the rear reflector bracket A WARNING Install the red reflector exactly as shown or it will not operate correctly Snap In Style Push the reflector 1 onto the reflector bracket 2 Make sure the stud 3 on the reflector goes into the hole 4 of the bracket with a snap sound Screw In Style Put the reflector onto the reflector bracket Make sure the studs on the back of the reflector go into the holes of the reflector bracket Put the screw through the bracket and into the reflector Tighten screw Rear Reflector Bracket Installation This section covers several different placements of the rear reflector bracket Make sure the rear reflector is vertical perpendicular to the ground The rear reflector bracket will mount on the seat post post clamp or rear brace Some models may already have the brackets and reflectors installed If the reflector is not installed refer to the Rear Reflector Bracket and Red Reflector Assembly section Determine which type of reflector bracket you have and its mounting location and then
29. nance items or any damage failure or loss that is caused by improper assembly maintenance adjustment storage or use of the bicycle This Limited Warranty will be void if the bicycle is ever used in any competitive sport used for stunt riding jumping aerobatics or similar activity installed with a motor or modified in any other way ridden by more than one person at a time rented used in a manner contrary to the instructions in this Owner s Manual HBC will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage due directly or indirectly from use of this product Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse quential damages so the above limitation may not apply to you For how long does this Limited Warranty last The frame is warranted for life except aluminum frames which are warranted for ten 10 years The fork is warranted for life except for shock forks which are covered by a one 1 year warranty All other components are warranted for six 6 months from the date of purchase What will HBC do HBC will replace without charge to you any frame fork or component found to be defective by HBC The original owner must pay all labor and transportation charges connected with the repair or warranty work How do you get service Phone the HBC Customer Service Department E S T at 1 800 872 2453 What rights do you have This warranty gives you specific legal rights Yo
30. on each end a master pin by plain ends and a connecting pin by an indentation on one end If you remove an original pin from the chain discard it Use only a new connecting pin to assemble the chain If you have any questions contact HUFFY Bicycles at 1 800 872 2453 If you do not obey these instructions chain failure can result and cause injury to the rider or to others Ser Xe Te Q0 218 Repair and Service A WARNING Inspect the bicycle frequently Failure to inspect the bicycle and to make repairs or adjustments as necessary can result in injury to the rider or to others Make sure all parts are correctly assembled and adjusted as written in this manual and any Special Instructions Immediately replace any damaged missing or badly worn parts Make sure all fasteners are correctly tightened as written in this manual and any Special Instruc tions Parts that are not tight enough can be lost or operate poorly Overtightened parts can be damaged Make sure any replacement fasteners are the correct size and type If your frame is aluminum inspect the bicycle frame carefully and frequently Aluminum frames can develop very small cracks due to stress severe shocks etc If you see any small cracks stop riding the bicycle Have the frame inspected by a qualified professional at a bicycle service shop before riding the bicycle again If your bicycle has a suspension fork inspect the top of the fork around the weld
31. pring and adjusting nut back on the quick release mechanism Do not tighten the adjusting nut at this time 4 Assemble the front wheel to the fork NOTE The words open and close are on opposite sides of the quick release lever Move the quick release lever 1 to the open position 2 so the word open is pointing away from the wheel Put the wheel between the fork legs 3 Make sure the axle is against the bottom of the slot in each fork leg 372 WARNING Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen while riding This can cause injury to the rider or to others CAUTION Operate the quick release lever by hand only Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever 5 Adjust and tighten the quick release mechanism WARNING Do not tighten the quick release mechanism by turning the lever in a circular motion This causes the clamping force to be too light You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the close position If you can easily move the lever to the close position the clamping force is too light If the clamping force of the quick release mechanism is too light the front wheel can loosen while riding This can cause injury to the rider or to others If the fork of your bicycle has a wheel retainer attached move the wheel retainer so it is under the adjusting nut or quick release lever Open and close the quick r
32. seat post or seat pillar The bicycle may have a seat post or seat pillar Determine which style you have and follow the instructions Seat Post Style Put the seat post 10 fully through the seat clamp 11 Tighten the seat clamp so the seat 12 stays on the seat post If the seat clamp has a nut on each side tighten both nuts equally Seat Pillar Style 183 If the seat has a clamp attached remove and discard the clamp Put the seat rails between the seat clamp and tighten the clamp 3 Point the seat forward and put the seat post or seat pillar into the seat tube Make sure you can not see the MIN IN minimum insertion mark 13 of the seat post above the seat tube Install a bolt washer if supplied and nut or a quick release lever Put the seat at a comfortable height for the rider WARNING The red reflector must be vertical point straight toward the rear of the bicycle and have three inches of clearance between the top oft the seat and the top of the red reflector Tighten the bolt and nut or quick release lever To tighten the quick release lever Move the quick release lever 1 to the open position 2 so the word open is pointing away from the post clamp NOTE The words open and close are on opposite sides of the quick release lever CAUTION Operate the quick release lever by hand only Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release le
33. t 7 of each brake shoe Adjust each brake shoe so it is flat against the rim and aligned with the curve of the rim Make sure each brake shoe does not rub the tire If the surface of the brake shoe has arrows make sure the arrows point toward the rear of the bicycle Hold each brake shoe in position and tighten the nut i lA Gf 2 Test the tightness of each brake shoe Try to move each brake shoe out of position If a brake shoe moves do Step 1 again but tighten the nut tighter than before Do this test again until each brake shoe does not move 3 Stretch the cable Hold both brake shoes against the rim D Loosen the cable clamp Pull the cable tight and tighten the cable clamp WARNING Do not overtighten the cable clamp Overtightening the cable clamp may cut the cable and cause injury to the rider or to others Squeeze each brake lever firmly 20 times Hold both brake shoes against the rim and loosen the cable clamp Pull the cable tight and tighten the cable clamp The following sections describe final brake system adjustments required before riding Determine which style you have and follow the instructions Sidepull Brake Cantilever Brake a eua terii 256 1 Check tightness of caliper brake mounting nut or cantilever mounting bolt Make sure each caliper brake mounting nut or cantilever mounting bolt is tightened securely 2 Center brake shoes on rim If
34. the bolt s of the handlebar clamp If the handlebar clamp has more than one bolt tighten the bolts equally 5 Test the tightness of the stem Straddle the front wheel between your legs Try to turn the front wheel by turning the handlebar If the handlebar and stem turn without turning the front wheel realign the stem with the wheel Tighten the stem bolt s tighter than before about 1 2 revolution only at a time Do this test again until the handlebar and stem do not turn without turning the front wheel 6 Test the tightness of the handlebar clamp Hold the bicycle stationary and try to move the ends of the handlebar forward or backward If the handlebar moves loosen the bolt s of the handlebar clamp Put the handlebar in the correct position Tighten the bolt s of the handlebar clamp tighter than before If the handlebar clamp has more than one bolt tighten the bolts equally Do this test again until the handlebar does not move in the handlebar clamp 7 Put the handlebar parts in the correct position Put the brake lever and shift control in a position that is comfortable to the rider Make sure the brake levers do not touch the grip or the shift control during use f you have a grip shift control the clamp screw for the control is in a recess on the side on the end nearest the stem Make sure the brake levers do not touch the grip or the shift control during use Tighten the clamp screw of each brak
35. u may also have other rights which vary from State to State Owner s Bicycle Identification Record NOTE This information is only available on the bicycle itself It is not available from HBC Each HBC bicycle has a Model Serial Number stamped into the frame or printed on a label The Model Serial Number 1 can be found on the bottom of the crank housing on the top of the crank housing or on the rear of the bicycle as shown Write this number below to keep it for future refer ence If the bicycle is stolen give this number and a description of the bicycle to the police This will help them find the bicycle You will also need this number if you order parts or request service information from our Customer Service Department Contact us E S T at 1 800 872 2453 Model Serial Number Purchase Date Model Name S 459 Safety Information Meanings of the Safety Instructions A This symbol is important See the word CAUTION or WARNING which follows it The word CAUTION is before mechanical instructions If you do not obey these instructions mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur The word WARNING is before personal safety instructions If you do not obey these instructions injury to the rider or to others can occur The Owner s Responsibility WARNING This bicycle is made to be ridden by one rider at a time for general transportation and recreational use It is not m
36. uick release lever move it to the open position Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the bolt and nut or quick release tighter than before If you have a quick release lever move the lever to the close position Do this test again until the seat post does not move in the seat tube Operation and Maintenance WARNING For your own safety do not ride the bicycle if the reflectors are incorrectly installed damaged or missing Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles Dirty reflectors do not work well Clean the reflectors as necessary with soap and a damp cloth A CAUTION There is a right pedal marked R and a left pedal marked L The pedal marked R has right hand threads Tighten it in a clockwise direction The pedal marked L has left hand threads Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction 1 Turn the right pedal marked R 1 into the right side of the crank and the left pedal marked L 2 into the left side of the crank 2 Tighten the pedals Make sure the threads of each pedal are fully into the crank The recommended torque tightness for each pedal is 23 ft Ibs Brake Systems Adjustments d vacio You must adjust the front and rear brakes as written before you ride the bicycle 1 Put the brake shoes in the correct position Loosen the nu
37. ver You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the close position If you can easily move the lever to the close position the clamping force is too light If the clamping force of the quick release lever is too light the seat post or seat pillar can loosen while riding This can cause injury to the rider or to others Open and close the quick release lever with one hand while you turn the adjusting nut with the other hand Tighten or loosen the adjusting nut by hand so that you first feel resistance to the quick release lever when it perpendicular to the bicycle frame Push the quick release lever to the close position When in the close position make sure the quick release lever lays along the seat tube The tightening torque of the quick release lever should be between 43 and 65 in Ibs 4 Test the tightness of each the clamp and the post clamp WARNING Every time you loosen the quick release mechanism make sure the red reflector is correctly positioned if the reflector is mounted on the seat post or seat pillar Try to turn the seat side to side and to move the front of the seat up and down If the seat moves in the seat clamp Loosen the seat clamp Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the seat clamp tighter than before Do this test again until the seat does not move in the seat clamp If the seat post moves in the seat tube Loosen the bolt and nut If you have a q
38. w BO far the rear derailleur and chain can move away from the wheel 1 Put the high adjusting screw in the correct position as 217 follows Shift the chain onto the smallest rear sprocket Loosen nut of the cable clamp 12 Turn the high adjusting screw so the jockey roller 7 is in line with the outside edge of the smallest rear sprocket 8 Remove the slack from the cable wire and tighten the nut of the cable clamp 2 Put the low adjusting screw in the correct position as follows Shift the chain onto the largest rear sprocket Loosen nut of the cable clamp Turn the low adjusting screw so the jockey roller is exactly below the largest rear sprocket 9 Tighten the nut of the cable clamp 3 Adjust the index shift system Shift the chain onto the smallest rear sprocket Without turning the crank turn the shift control one click Slowly turn the crank forward The chain should move from the smallest rear sprocket to the next larger rear sprocket Turn the adjusting barrel as needed so the chain moves exactly on to the second rear sprocket and does not rub jump or delay Chain WARNING This bicycle has special high strength chain Do not use a pliers type chain tools to remove the chain Separate the chain only at an original pin 10 Never separate the chain at the master link 11 or at a connecting link 12 Identify an original pin by either two lines or a square
39. you have a cantilever brake turn the adjustment screw on the cantilever arm to move the arm in or out so each brake shoe is the same distance from the rim If you have a caliper brake hit downward lightly on the return spring of the brake shoe that is farther away from the rim Make sure both ends of the return spring stay hooked around the inside edge or between the studs on the back of the caliper arms Squeeze the brake lever two times Do this step again until both brake shoes are the same distance from the rim 3 Put the brake shoes the correct distance from the rim Position each brake shoe 1 16 inch away from the rim Turn the brake lever adjusting barrel or caliper brake adjusting barrel in or out to make the adjustment If the brake shoes cannot be positioned the correct distance from the rim Hold both brake shoes against the rim and loosen the cable clamp Pull or loosen the cable wire slightly Tighten the cable clamp WARNING Do not overtighten the cable clamp Overtightening the cable clamp may cut the cable and cause injury to the rider or to others Do Step 3 until the brake shoes are the correct distance from the rim Turn the locknut s against the brake lever and the caliper brake WARNING Do not move the brake shoes away from a wheel rim that is not true straight This can cause the caliper brake to be less effective and unsafe To allow safe adjustment of the caliper brake have a bicycle servic

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