the life of the component has been reached and it should be replaced. Only use original
components or parts from a Kinesis dealer when replacing component or parts. Any use
of non-original parts or any modication of existing parts will void all warranty and may
cause an injury due to a failure of the replaced or modied part.
CLEANING YOUR BICYCLE
Good maintenance will increase the life of your bike and its components. Clean and
maintain your bike regularly.
WARNING: Corrosion can damage components of your bike which are important for
safety so that they are no longer secure. These components may then brake during
riding and thus result in serious falls. Corrosion is caused, amongst other things, by salt
(e.g. due to salt spreading in winter), salty air (e.g. in coastal or industrial areas), perspi-
ration.
For wet cleaning, use a gentle water jet or a bucket of water and a sponge or brush. Do
not use a high-pressure cleaner as these can cause water to ingress into the bearings
and electrical components. Only use clean fresh water or desalinated water. There are
many ways of washing a bike. A proven cleaning recommendation for a dirty bike is as
follows:
1/ With a gentle water jet, remove large items of debris such as soil, stones and sand etc.
2/ Let the bike dry o to a certain extent.
3/ Spray your entire bike with a suitable detergent.
4/ Rinse the entire bike with a gentle water jet and allow it to dry.
5/ Clean the chain (see below for details).
NOTE: If there is only a low level of soiling, simply spraying on a detergent and rinsing it
o after the specied time for them to work is sucient.
NOTE: Stubborn dirt which usually accumulates in the drivetrain area can be removed
with a stronger degreaser and brush.
WARNING: Cleaning, lubrication and preserving agents are chemical products. Incorrect
use can damage your bike. Only use products expressly suitable for bikes. Ensure that
these products do not attack either paint, rubber, plastic or metal parts etc. Consult your
dealer and follow the respective manufacturers instructions.
Cleaning and lubricating the chain
NOTE: Your chain should be cleaned and lubricated periodically - approximately once
every 10 rides, after every ride in wet conditions, and every time you wash your bike.
Drip a suitable chain cleaner into a clean, spirit-free cotton cloth and wipe the chain
down. When doing so, slowly operate the crank against the direction of drive. Repeat
this process a few times with a clean area of the cloth until the chain is clean. Sparingly
apply a lubricant suitable for bicycle chains to each chain link.
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