What bicycle dealers and workshops are allowed to change on these vehicles, and for which components they must obtain approval
from the vehicle manufacturer or system provider, is clearly regulated by the guideline and can thus be classified as a recommended
course of action.
An exchange of SQlab handlebars with the eBike Ready designation is possible on the basis of the recommended action "Guide for
component exchange on CE-marked e-bikes/pedelecs with a pedal assist of up to 25 km/h" of the Zweirad-Industrie-Verband (ZIV) and
Verbund Service und Fahrrad (VSF) associations in cooperation with the Zedler Institute and the Bundesinnungsverband Fahrrad (BIV).
On our website www.sq-lab.com/service/downloads/ you will find a document called eBike Ready in the service area under Downloads.
There you will find detailed information on component exchange on Pedelec25, as well as the guidelines for component exchange of the
associations Zweirad-Industrie-Verband (ZIV), Verbund Service und Fahrrad (VSF), the Zedler Institute and the Bundesinnungsverband
Fahrrad (BIV).
Exchange of SQlab Handlebars on Pedelec45
Attention: SQlab handlebars and stems are currently NOT approved for fast pedelecs, so-called S-Pedelec. A release is being worked on.
Inspection, Maintenance
Check the surface of the handlebars regularly at least 2 times a year, after 2000 km at the latest and especially after falls or other
situations with unusually high forces attentively for possible damage.
Damage may be difficult to detect. Cracking and creaking noises as well as discoloration, cracks and waves in the surface of the
handlebars may indicate damage due to overloading.
Warning
Riding with a damaged handlebar
Risk of falling due to sudden and unmediated breakage of the handlebar during use.
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If in doubt, do not continue riding under any circumstances and ask your SQlab dealer immediately.
Care
Clean the handlebar regularly with water and a soft cloth. For heavier soiling, you can also use a commercially available rinsing or
cleaning agent and warm water.
Caution
Incorrect cleaning
Damage to the handlebar
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Do not use a high-pressure cleaner.
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Avoid solvent-containing or aggressive cleaning agents such as acetone, nitro (thinner), cleaning gasoline or
trichloroethylene.
Noises such as creaking, cracking, squeaking are undesirable. The cause is usually difficult to find out. The most common source on the
handlebar is the handlebar clamp.
Note
Make absolutely sure that the clamping surfaces of the stem and the clamping area of the handlebars are free of dirt.