25
g
f
h
e
Realign the components, if necessary, and gently
tighten the bolts to ensure a reliable clamping
of the components
(d)
. The maximum torque
values are printed directly on the components
or specified in the instructions of the component
manufacturers on this CENTURION CD-ROM.
For more information see the chapters “Adjust-
ing the CENTURION bike to the rider” and “The
headset” and the instructions of the component
manufacturers on this CENTURION CD-ROM.
3. Check whether the chain still runs on the
chainwheels and the sprockets
(e)
. If your
CENTURION bike fell over to the chain side, verify
the proper functioning of the gears. Ask some-
body to lift your CENTURION bike by the saddle
and carefully shift through all the gears. Pay
particular attention when switching to the small
gears, making sure the rear derailleur does not
get too close to the spokes as the chain climbs
onto the larger sprockets.
If the rear derailleur or the drop-outs/derailleur
hanger is bent, the rear derailleur may collide
with the spokes. This in turn can destroy the rear
derailleur, the rear wheel or the frame. Check the
function of the front derailleur, as a displaced
front derailleur can throw off the chain, thus inter-
rupting the drive of your CENTURION bike.
For more information see the chapter “The gears”
and the instructions of the component manufac-
turers on this CENTURION CD-ROM.
4. Make sure the saddle is not twisted by using the
top tube
(f)
or the bottom bracket shell as a ref-
erence. If necessary, open the clamping, realign
the saddle and retighten the clamping
(g)
.
For more information see the chapters “Adjusting
the CENTURION bike to the rider” and “How to
use the quick-releases” and the instructions of the
component manufacturers on this CENTURION
CD-ROM.
5. Let your CENTURION bike bounce on the ground
from a small height. If there is any rattling, see
where it comes from. Check the bearings and
bolted connections, if necessary. Tighten them
slightly, if necessary.
6. Finally, take a good look at the whole
CENTURION bike
(h)
to detect any deforma-
tions, color changes or cracks. Ride back very
carefully by taking the shortest route possible,
even if your CENTURION bike went through this
check without any problems. Do not accelerate
or brake hard and do not ride your pedelec out of
the saddle. If you are in doubt about the perfor-
mance of your CENTURION bike, have yourself
picked up by car, instead of taking any risk.
Back home you need to check your CENTURION
bike thoroughly. Damaged parts must be repaired
or replaced. Ask your CENTURION dealer for
advice.
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