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12 MAINTENANCE & SERVICING
12.10 Component Life Span
Storage: Store your Whyte bicycle and/or wheels where they will not be
an obstruction and have protection from dangerous conditions. Do not
park your bicycle or wheels near any heat or open ame sources as this
can damage the rubber and paint. Ultraviolet radiation from the sun can
fade the paint and crack the rubber or plastic on your bicycle. Before you
store your bicycle and/or wheels for an extended time, clean and service
them. Whyte recommends that your bike is hung off the ground with the
tyres at approximately half the recommended ination pressure.
Checks: Check components for signs of stress, scratches, cracks, dents,
deformation or discolouration. If any of the mentioned signs are found
then don’t ride your bicycle until a trained mechanic has checked the
bicycle over.
WARNING! As with all mechanical components, EPAC-MTBs are
subjected to wear and high stresses. Different materials and
components may react to wear or stress fatigue in different
ways. If the design life of a component has been exceeded, it
may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form
of crack, scratches or discolouration in highly stressed areas
indicate that the life of the component has been reached and it
should be replaced.
WARNING! For composite components, impact damage may be
invisible to the user, please ensure a Whyte retailer inspects the
bike after a crash. The decision as to whether a repair is to be
carried out free of charge rests solely with the manufacturing
company and in no circumstances is there any claim to cost-free
repair.
To maximise your Whyte bikes performance numerous components have
been manufactured using carbon bre and light weight alloys. Differing
materials will wear and fatigue at different rates based upon your riding
style. It is very important that you check your bike over for signs of wear
and damage on a regular basis. Please pay attention to the following
recommendations and warnings to ensure your safety.
WARNING! DO NOT make changes or modify your Whyte bikes
wheels. Wheelsets are manufactured and tested using approved
components (e.g., hubs, rims, rim tape/strip, spokes, spoke
nipples, valves, and specied tyre type). Changing or substituting
any of these parts can result in damage to the wheel assembly
leading to an accident or voiding of applicable warranties.
Delamination:
Delamination is serious damage. Composites are made from layers
of fabric. Delamination means that the layers of fabric are no longer
bonded together. Do not ride any bicycle or component that has any
delamination.
Delamination clues:
• A cloudy or white area. This area looks different from the ordinary
undamaged areas. Delaminated areas will look opaque and cloudy.
• Bulging or deformed shape. If delamination occurs, the surface shape
may change. The surface may have a bump, a bulge, soft spot,
or not be smooth and fair.
WARNING! Your E-Lyte’s rear tyre width should not exceed 2.4”
(61mm) in width as this will not provide sufcient wheel clearance.
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