Weekly Task Instruction
alignment or a loose chain
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Check flywheel alignment Check for flywheel alignment and torque flywheel nuts as
necessary.
Clean and check the chain/-
belt condition and tension.
Remove chain/belt guard and check for over or under ten-
sioned chain or belt. Adjust tension as necessary. For chain
drive bikes, make sure the chain is lubricated. Lubricate as
needed using a high quality petroleum based chain lubricant
such as
Tri-Flow Superior Lubricant
or equivalent.
Check for loose assemblies
and parts.
Inspect each bike for loose assemblies, parts, bolts and
nuts. Give particular attention to the following:
l Frame hardware
l Seat and handlebar hardware including knobs and
pop-pin handles
l Toe straps/toe clips
Monthly
Perform the following maintenance tasks every month.
The monthly maintenance check is a comprehensive inspection of the entire bike frame and
hardware in addition to the weekly maintenance tasks. Inspect the bike for rust or corrosion.
Turn the bike upside down to thoroughly examine the underside components.
Monthly Task Instruction
Clean and remove any rust
build up.
Use a soft nylon scrub brush to remove any rust build-up in
small crevasses, such as pedals and pop-pin threaded
stems.
Inspect wear items condition. Inspect all wear items for adjustments or possible part
replacement. Give particular attention to the following:
l Inspect brake pad for wear. Excessive wear, such as
glazing or leather separation, indicates replacement is
required.
l Inspect seat pads for wear. Rips, tears, or excessive
movement indicates replacement is required.
l Tighten seat hardware.
l Inspect pedals for excessive movement. Excessive
movement indicates replacement is required.
l Tighten pedal toe straps and toe clips.
l Inspect and tighten resistance knob assembly.
Check bike level. Adjust feet as needed to make bike level and stable.
Clean and seal the bike Sweat can corrode the bike frame. Precor recommends that
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Maintenance Schedule
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