O2Feel Karma Manuel D'utilisation page 52

3.5 General instructions
for use
Your bicycle is a technical product that needs to
be checked regularly.
Many parts are subject to heavy wear and tear of a
functional nature, depending on your use.
Have your bike checked regularly and wear parts
replaced by your authorised O2feel dealer.
Tyres
Tyre wear depends
can be affected significantly by the user.
Do not brake so that the wheels stop completely.
Regularly check your tyre pressure. The maximum
and minimum inflation pressures are usually
indicated on the side of the tyre.
If necessary, pump up your tyres until they are at
the indicated pressure. This will reduce wear.
Avoid exposing the tyres to harmful elements such
as the sun, petrol, oil etc, for prolonged periods.
Brake pad linings
Worn pads versus non-worn pads
Brake pad linings for rim brakes and disc brakes
become worn according to the bike's usage. If
the bike is used to cycle on mountainous terrain
or for sporting purposes, the pads may need to
be changed more regularly. Regularly check how
worn are and, if necessary, have them replaced by
your approved O2feel reseller.
Brake discs
Brake discs also become worn over time and when
used intensively. Occasionally have your brake
pads checked by your authorised O2feel dealer if
you notice brake fade.
on the use of the bike, and
Brake fluids: Have the disc brake fluid checked
and replaced regularly by your authorised O2feel
dealer. We advise bleeding your brakes every year.
Derailleur pulleys and cogs
The degree of wear and tear of these components
depends on the upkeep and bike operation
maintenance and on its environment (rain, dirt,
salt etc).
Clean and lubricate these parts regularly to extend
their life.
Worn roller/pinion VS unworn.
Have them replaced by your approved O2feel
reseller when the acceptable wear limit is reached.
Grips
Make sure that the grips are positioned correctly
on a regular basis. It may be necessary to change
them should the coating become worn.
Lubricants
Lubricants become less effective
Failure to change the lubricants regularly increases
wear on the components and bearings in question.
Clean all the components and bearings in question
and lubricate them again regularly.
Gear cables
Make sure you check all cables regularly.
Get faulty parts replaced by your approved O2feel
reseller. This might be particularly important if your
bike is left outside regularly and exposed to bad
weather.
Paintwork
Paintwork needs regularly maintenance, which will
also preserve the look of your bike.
Make sure that painted surfaces are in flawless
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over time.