RIESE & MULLER load - Disc Brake Maintenance

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BRAKING SYSTEM
TIP!
New brake pads only reach their
optimum braking performance after
30 to 40 strong braking attempts.
• The braking effect of disc brakes can be greatly reduced when contaminated with
oil, maintenance, or cleaning uids! When cleaning your E-bike or lubricating
the chain make sure you don’t contaminate the rotors. Oily brake pads must be
replaced and brake discs must be cleaned with a brake cleaner.
• After the wheel is removed you should no longer operate the brake lever. The brake
pads will press together making it dicult to mount the wheel. After removing the
wheel, insert the transportation safety shims to ensure a sucient distance between
the brake pads.
• Before every ride, check the brake system for leaks or kinks in the lines. The loss of
brake uid can lead to the reduction and even failure of the brakes! Go immediately
to a dealer to have the leak corrected.
• Do not transport your E-bike with the wheels up as this can render the brakes
ineffective.
ATTENTION!
DISC BRAKES
Maintenance of Disc Brakes
Check the function of the brakes on a regular
base (braking performance, brake pad wear,
leakage). Brake pads must be replaced when
they are contaminated or thinner than one
millimeter. In no condition the brake pad
carrier plate must touch the brake disc.
For information regarding hydraulic disc
brakes please refer to the separate enclosed
instructions from the disc brake manu-
facturer.
DANGER!
Brake disc and calipers can
heat up during heavy braking.
This is especially true during
long descents. To avoid poten-
tial burns do not handle the
brakes right after heavy use.
ATTENTION!
Let the dealer replace worn out
brake pads.