Safety Precautions
The following safety notes provide additional information on the safe operation of your
Himiway bike and should be closely reviewed. Improper operation, or failure to confirm
correct installation, compatibility, and maintenance of any component or accessory may
result in serious injury or death.
◆ Before Riding
All users must read and understand this manual before first use. Additional manuals
for components used on your bicycle may be provided and should also be read
before use.
Ensure you understand all instructions and safety notes/warnings.
Follow the safety checklist on page 12 before first use and at regular intervals to
ensure correct tightening and setup of your bicycle.
Ensure the bike fits you properly before first use. Check local rules and regulations
before riding.
It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws and requirements of
operation of this product in the area(s) where you ride.
Pads should be replaced if its friction componements become contaminated or have
less than 1mm thickness or total thickness.
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Safety Checklist
Safety Check
Brakes
Wheels and Tires
Chain
Derailleurs
Motor Drive
Basic Steps
Battery Pack
o Check that chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly.
o Use extra care in wet or dusty conditions.
Cranks and Pedals
o Securely tighten pedals to cranks.
o Ensure cranks are securely tightened and are not bent.
o Check that derailleur(s) are adjusted and functioning properly.
o Ensure shift and brake levers are attached to handlebar securely.
o Check all brake and shift cables for proper lubrication.
o Ensure battery is charged before use.
o Check for any visible damage to battery pack.
o Lock battery securely to frame.
o Inflate tires to within recommended limits displayed on sidewalls.
o Check for bulges or signs of excessive wear.
o Clean tires to ensure tread is exposed.
o Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.
o Check that all wheel spokes are tight and not broken.
o Check the wheel balance in Pedal Only Mode. If you notice the riding is
imbalanced or the rotation of the front wheel makes noise, it means the
bolts were not completely tightened or not aligned horizontally.
o Test front and rear brakes for proper function.
o Ensure brake pads are not overworn and are correctly positioned in
relation to rims.
o Make sure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and
display no obvious wear.
o Check that brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to
handlebars.
o Ensure mid drive motor is spinning smoothly in good working order.
o Check that all power cables running to mid-drive motor are secured and
undamaged.
o Make sure the mid drive motor axle bolts are secured and all torque arms
and torque washers are in place.
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