Other Rainbow 12 inch Wheel Size Kids Bike Instruction Manual

12IN SPACE ROCKET / 12IN RAINBOW
16IN RACING CARS / 16IN LLAMA RAMA
8877871 / 9342240
Assembly Manual
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
These Instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your bike.
ensuring safe and correct assembly, use and maintenance.
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/I\ Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions carefully before starting assembly
WARNING! This Bike has been designed, assembled and tested in accordance with the EN
ISO 8098 standard to ensure your safety. To make sure the bike remains safe. It should only
be used for recreational use. Under no circumstances should it be used for competetive cycling,
stunting,jumping or acrobatic manoeuvres. These types of cycling may result in serious personal
injury and damage to the bike.
WARNING! Always wear a cycle helmet when riding the bike. The helmet should be the correct size
for your head and must conform to the European Standard EN1078.
WARNING! When riding in the dark, always make sure that the bike is fitted with suitable reflectors
and use a white front light and a red light.
WARNING! Always take extra care when riding in wet, foggy, windy, or icy conditions. The brakes
may not be as effective and the braking distances may be increased.
WARNING! Always wear suitable cycling clothing when riding the bike. Loose clothing which may
get caught in moving parts should be avoided.
WARNING! This bike is only suitable for use by riders (including any panniers and/or luggage) with a
weight of less than (1) 30 kgs (66 Ib) for 12in bike (2) 50kgs (110 Ib) for 16in bikes.
WARNING! When assembling the handlebars and stem to the bike frame, make sure the forks are
facing in the correct direction. If the forks are assembled correctly, the brakes should be facing
forward. Failure to observe the warning may their correct operation and may lead to personal
injury and damage to the bike.
WARNING! When assembling the seatpost, make sure it is inserted beyond the minimum insert
mark. Failure to observe this warning may lead to a potentially unstable seat post and may result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING! The front and rear tyres must be fully inflated before attempting to ride the bike. Under
no circumstances should the tyres be inflated above the maximum pressure stated on the side of
the tyres.
WARNING! Only inflate the front and rear tyres of the bike using a bicycle pump. Do not attempt to
use another type of pump to inflate the tyres.
WARNING! As with all mechanical components, the bike is subjected to wear and high stresses.
Different materials and components may react to wear, stress or fatigue in different ways. If the
design life of a component has been exceeded, it may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries to the
rider. Any form of crack, scratches or change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the
life of the component has been reached and it should be replaced.
WARNING! Ensure only genuine replacement parts are used, especially for safety critical parts.
WARNING! The bicycle is not suitable for the fitting of a luggage carrier and a child seat. This bicycle
is not designed for public roads use.
/I\ Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions carefully before starting assembly
CAUTION! Only use suitable tools to assembled the bike. The use of unsuitable tools may lead to
personal injury and damage to the bike.
CAUTION! Always ensure all packaging is removed from the bike before assembly and use. Failure to
remove the packaging may prevent the correct operation and may lead to personal injury and damage
to the bike.
CAUTION! The safety and smooth running of the bike can only be preserved with regular
maintenance. Always ensure the bike is maintained in accordance with the supplied maintenance
manual.
CAUTION! Before attaching the handlebar assembly, make sure all cables are free to move
and are not tangled. Failure to observe this caution may prevent correct operation and may lead to
personal injury and damage to the bike.
O IMPORTANT! Before assembling the bike, check all the parts idicated in the manual are in the
NOTE
box. Inspect the parts for signs of damage. Do not assemble the bike if you observe any damaged
components.
IMPORTANT! Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent damage to the bike.
IMPORTANT! It is the responsibility of parents or guardians to ensure the safety of this bicycle
including when used. Please explain to your child clearly and in detail all operations necessary to
ensure safe use of this bicycle,ensure your child understands and can operate the hand brakes,
especially a back-pedal brake.
NOTE! Always take recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes.
NOTE! The pedals and crank arms have colour coded stickers to indicate which pedal matches which
Crank Arm.
NOTE! The threads on the left and right pedals are different .To prevent damage to the threads, only
tighten the pedals in the direction indicated on the stickers and marked on the end of pedals.
NOTE! The tires may have a direction of rotation arrow embossed on the side of the tire. When the
front wheel is assembled, the arrow should be pointing in the direction that the wheel will rotate.
NOTE! Please be aware of the specific risk of entrapment during normal use and maintenance on the
front/rear wheel, chain and sprocket.
Recommended Tightening Information
While assembling the bike, it is recomended that, where possible, a torque wrench is used to tighten
nuts and bolts. The table below provides a list of torque setting for the various nuts and bolts.
Part Torque(Nm)
Stem bolt 17-19 Nm
Handlebar clamp nut 17-19 Nm
Seat post bolt 16-18 Nm
Saddle clamp nuts 16-18 Nm
Pedals 40 Nm
Front wheel nuts 22-25 Nm
Rear wheel nuts 25-29 Nm
Cable pinch bolt 6-8 Nm
Assembly
IMPORTANT! Before assembling the bike, check all the parts indicated in the manual are in the
box. Inspect the parts for sign of damage. Do not assemble the bike if you observe any damage
components.
IMPORTANT! Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent damage to the bike.
1. Remove the bike from the box and carefully remove all packaging. The following types of
packaging are used to protect the bike during transit:
Cardboard Wrapping - This is used to protect the painted surfaces of the bike frame.
Cable Ties - These are used to secure loose parts to the partially assembled bike.
+ Stem Caps - These are placed in unprotected ends of the bike frame.
» Axle Protectors - These are used to protect the outer edges of the front and rear wheel axles.
» Fork Protectors - These are used to prevent the forks from bending or being damage.
« Handlebar Stem Protector - This is used ensure the wedge nut remains in the correct
orientation during transit.
2. The Pakcaging should be retained until the bike is fully assembled. Use the box to store the
packaging during assembly.
"OTE NOTE! Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes.
Assembly
Step 2
2a
GO Minimum insertion mark
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Minimum
insertion
mark
2a Insert the Stem
WARNING! When assembling the handlebars and stem, make sure it is inserted beyond the
minimum insert mark. Failure to observe this warning may lead to a potentially unstable bike and
may result in serious personal injury.
If necessary loosen the stem bolt at the top of the handlebars and stem Oo allow the wedge nut to
move freely.
Ensuring the wedge nut is correctly aligned, insert the lower end of the handlebars and stem O into
the head tube of the bike @}
Assembly
Step 2 (continued)
2b 2C
Oy x
Loosen Tighten
2b Align the Stem
WARNING! When assembling the handlebars and stem to the bike frame make sure the forks are
facing in the correct direction. If the forks are assembled correctly, the front brake should be facing
forwards. Failure to observe this warning may prevent their correct operation and may lead to
personal injury and damage to the bike.
Adjust the handlebars and stem@ to the desired height and align with the forks O. The forks must be
facing in the right decision as shown.
2c Securing the stem
Using the supplied spanner wrench, tighten the stem bolt firmly.
Step 3
3a 3b
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mark
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3a Insert the Seat Post and Saddle
WARNING! When assembling the seat post, make sure it is inserted beyond the minimum insert
mark. Failure to observe this warning may lead to a potentially unstable seat post may result in
serious personal injury.
Insert the lower end of the seat post and saddle O into the seat tube of the bike O.
3b Securing the Seat Post
Using the supplied spanner wrench tighten the seat post bolt O firmiy.
Assembly
Step 3 (continued)
3c
3d
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Loosen Tighten
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Loosen Tighten
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3c Adjusting the Position of the Saddle
The angle of the saddle @ should be adjusted so that it is horizontal to the floor. To adjust the angle of the
saddle, loosen the saddle clamp nuts © until the saddle can be moved.
If required, the saddle O can be moved forwards or backwards on the seat post while the saddle
clamp nuts Qare loose.
Once the saddeQQ IS positioned correctly, retighten the saddle clamp nuts ©.
3d Adjusting the Height of the Saddle
The height of the saddle (©) should be adjusted so that the Rider can comfortably touch the ground
with both feet. To adjust the height of the sadde (9, loosen the seat post bolt O until the seat post
can move freely.
Once the saddle (© Is positioned correctly, retighten the seat post bolt O
WARNING! When assembling the seat post, make sure it is inserted beyond the minimum insert
mark. Failure to observe this warning may lead to a potentially unstable seat post and may result in
serious personal injury.
ÁN warnnc: The saddle height and handlebars are secure, set to a comfortable riding position
and do not exceed the minimum insertion mark. The rider when seated should be able to reach
the floor with their tip toes and be able to reach the brakes and handlebars without over balancing.
Assembly
4a & 4b
Tighten
Anti-
clockwise
Tighten
clockwise
NOTE] NOTE! The pedals O and crank ams have colour coded stickers to indicate which pedal O
matches which crank arm O.
NOTE! The threads on the left and right pedals are different. To prevent damage to the threads, only
tighten the pedals in the direction indicated on the stickers and marked on the end of pedals.
4a Fitting the Right Hand Pedal
Locate the right hand pedal O. This will have a blue sticker attached.
Locate the right hand crank arm O. the bike O. This will also have a blue sticker attached.
Insert the threaded shaft to the right hand pedal O in to the threaded hole of the right hand crank
arm O Initially tighten the pedal using only your fingers in the direction indicated on the colour coded
stickers. Fully tighten using multitoo! supplied.
4b Fitting the Left Hand Pedal
Locate the left hand pedal @ . This will have a red sticker attached.
Locate the left hand crank arm © on the bike O . This will also have a red sticker attached.
Insert the threaded shaft to the left hand pedal © into the threaded hole of the left hand crank arm
. Initially tighten the pedal using only your fingers in the direction indicated on the colour coded
stickers. Fully tighten using multitool supplied.
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Assembly
Step 5
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5a Loosen Adjustment the Front Brake
Before the front wheel O can be installed, the front brake O must be loosen. This allows the
front tyre to pass between the brake during assembly.
Loosen the Cable Pinch bolt O to release the brake cable and open the calipers.
Assembly
Step 5 (continued)
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5b Insert the Wheel
Lossen the wheel nuts @ on both ends of the front wheel @) axle.
NOTE] NOTE! The tyres may have a ‘Direction of Rotation” arrow embossed on the side. When the front
wheel O is assembled, the arrow should be pointing in the direction that the wheel will rotate.
Insert the axle of the front wheel O into the slots at the bottom of the forks O
While ensuring the wheel is centralised in the forks O , fully tighten the wheel nuts Y using the
supplied multitool.
Ensure the tabs of the wheel retention
washers @) and Y are correctly posit-
oned into their locating holes in the fork
dropouts see diagram.
While ensuring the wheel is centralised in the
forks O and tab of wheel retention washers
@ into the hole in the fork, fully tighten the
wheel nuts O using the supplied multi tool.
Ensure that the wheel is seated evently in
the dropouts
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Assembly
Step 5 (continued)
5c
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Sc Re-Adjust the Front Brake
Squeeze the two arms O o the front brake (9 together with one hand.
Check that the brake pads O line up with the rim, and do not touch the tyre. Adjust their position if
neccessary. Ensure that the brake pads O are the same distance from the rim.
Adjust the brake cable tension by pulling the cable wire O downwards and retighten the cable
pinch bolt Y -
Check that the front wheel rotates freely. If it does not, the front wheel OQ may not be located
centrally between the forks Alternatively, the front brake may need adjusting. Please refer to
the supplied Maintenance Manual.
Note: The bike is fitted with front and rear brakes to stop the bike efffectively. The brakes are operated
using two brake lever mounted on the handlebars. The left hand brake lever operates the rear brake and
the right hand brake lever operates the front brake.
Assembly
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Fitting The Stabilisers
Remove the outer nuts Q from the ends of the rear axle o
Fit one stabilisers on each side of the rear axle O. Ensure that the stabiliser (À fits snuggly over
the tabbed washer O) -
Refit the outer nuts Q with O and O washers and tighten using the multi-tool provided with the bike.
Check that the stabiliser © wheel are positioned very slightly above the ground when the bike is
standing upright. They should stop the bike from falling. Reposition them if neccessary.
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Riding Advice
Before Riding
You should perform the following checks before riding your bike to ensure it is safe to use and
operating correctly.
1. ls the saddle Secure?
While standing next to the bike, try and move the saddle from side to side. If the saddle moves you
should retighten the seat post bolt or the saddle clamp bolts.
2. Are the Front and Rear Tyres Inflated Correctly?
Squeeze the sides of the front and rear tyres. If they are soft they will need inflating. Re - inflate to the
pressure indicated on the sides of the tyres using approved bicycle pump.
3. Are the Pedals Tight?
Using the supplied multitool, ensure both the left and right pedals are fully tight. Remember that the
threaded shafts of the left and right pedals tighten in different directions.
4. Do the Brakes Work?
Stand next to the bike and apply the front brake and push forwards. If the wheels move, the
front brake may not be working correctly. If required, adjust the front brakes as described in the
Maintenance Manual.
Repeat the above check for the rear brake.
5. Do the Handlebars Move?
Hold the front wheel between your legs and try to move the handlebars . If the handlebars move, the
stem bolt may have become loose. Retighten the stem bolt.
6. Is the bike Clean?
The bike should be cleaned and re-oiled regularly to ensure ¡it operates correctly.
Using the Brakes
The bike is fitted with front and rear brakes to stop the bike effectively.
The brakes are operated using two brake lever mounted on the handle bars . The left hand brake
lever operates the rear brake and the right hand brake lever operates the front brake.
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Riding Advice
Riding in Bad Weather
WARNING! Always take extra care when riding in wet, foggy, windy or icy conditions. The brakes may
not be as effective and the braking distances may be increased.
When riding in bad weather i.e. wet, foggy, windy or icy, always wear bright, reflective clothing which is
warm and waterproof.
You should always give other road users clear signals n plenty of time particularly when approaching
junctions. Always brake earlier then you would in the dry as the required braking distance will be
increased.
Be aware that all types of surface become greasy or slippery | bad weather. Do not turn or brake
suddenly.
Riding in the Dark
WARNING! When riding in the dark, always make sure that the bike is fitted with suitable reflectors
and a white front light and a red rear light.
It is essential that other road users can clearly see you when riding in the dark. Always wear bright,
reflective clothing. Suitable reflectors should be fitted to the front and rear of the bike and if possible
the wheels. A white light must be fitted to the front of the bike and a red light at the rear.
Clean lights and reflectors regularly and make sure they can be seen from distance.
Riding Using Personal Music Players
It is recommended that personal music players are not used while riding a bike. These devices prevent
you from hearing approaching vehicles and may prove to be a distraction.
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