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Malfunction Possible cause(s) Remedy
Kette springt wiederholt ab Repeated incorrect operation
of the gearshift
Maladjusted or damaged
gear shift mechanism
Operate the gearshift correctly,
see section 8.2, Gears.
Contact your specialist workshop
immediately if the fault occurs
when you change gear correctly.
15.2 Brakes
WARNING Danger from falls and accidents
The brakes on your EPAC are among the most important components for your
riding safety. Failing brakes always lead to dangerous riding situations, falls
and accidents. A brake malfunction is a serious danger to safety.
Contact your specialist bicycle dealer immediately if you notice the slightest
malfunction or a deterioration in the braking effect.
You should only use your EPAC again when it has been properly repaired by
the specialist bicycle dealer.
Malfunction Possible cause(s) Remedy
Brakes do not work Brakes not correctly installed Contact your specialist bicycle
dealer immediately.
Brakes damaged Contact your specialist bicycle
dealer immediately.
Decreasing braking effect,
brake levers can be pulled
too far
Brake linings worn Have the brake linings replaced
immediately in an approved
workshop.
With hydraulic brakes:
Brake system leaking
Contact your specialist bicycle
dealer immediately.
The brake drags The brake disc is damaged Contact your specialist bicycle
dealer immediately.
The wheel is not straight Front wheel: Install your
front wheel correctly (see
section 13.1, Assembling and
dismantling the wheels)
Rear wheel: Please contact
your specialist bicycle dealer.