POSITIONING OF THE QUICK RELEASE LEVER
For safety, the quick release lever should be along the bicycle frame when in the CLOSE position.(Fig. a)
REMOVING THE WHEEL
Move the quick release lever from CLOSE position to the OPEN position. Loosen the adjusting nut, and then remove the wheel.
Fig. b)
WARNING
THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE RIDING (Fig. c)
1. Always check your quick release hubs before riding to make sure that the wheels are correctly installed on the bicycle frame.
This is especially important after you park your bicycle in a pubic place.
2. Make sure that the quick release levers are pushed fully to the CLOSE position (side of the lever with the inscription "CLOSE"
must be facing away from the wheel). As shown in the diagram, the lever must be lifted, not rotated.
QUICK CHECK (Fig. d)
Lift up the bicycle so that the wheel is off the ground, and give the top of the tire a few sharp downward blows as shown in the dia-
gram. The wheel should not be loose or come off. This check does not guarantee that the quick release lever has received adequate
tightening torque.
If you are uncertain as to whether the quick release is tightened correctly, repeat the installation procedure as explained in “Quick
Release Lever Operation on page-7.
Wheel Remo
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al and Installation
Rear wheel removal for a derailleur bike
1. Shift the rear derailleur into high gear (#7, small cog)
2. Release the rear brake cable by holding the rear brake shoes against the wheel rim and removing the guide pipe from the holder
on the brake arm. (Fig. e)
3. Loosen nuts or, if equipped, quick release skewer.
4. Pull the spring-loaded derailleur pulleys (and chain) towards the rear, while pulling the entire wheel out of the frames axle slots
(dropouts). (Fig. f)
Warning: Removal and installation of the rear wheel may cause misalignment of the rear derailleur. We recommend your local Sun
Bicycles dealer or bicycle mechanic do this procedure. Refer to Derailleur adjustment on page-6. Also check rear brake adjustment
refer to Brake Adjustments on page-4.
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