Huffy Handbrake Bikes Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

12” to 20” Freewheel Bicycles

This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation

and maintenance information.

Please read and fully understand this manual

before operation.

Save this manual for future reference.

HFW 12-20 EN 020813 m0078

Owner’s Manual Index

Your Bike

• Owner’s Bicycle Identiﬁ cation Record ...................................................3

• Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle ...............................................................3

• Warning and Safety Information ............................................................4

• Freewheel Brakes ..................................................................................4

• Reﬂ ectors ..............................................................................................4

• Rules of the Road .................................................................................4/5

• The Owner’s Responsibility ...................................................................5

Components

• Parts Assembly View .............................................................................6

• Parts Assembly List ...............................................................................7

Assembly

• Introduction ............................................................................................8

• Tools Needed .........................................................................................8

• Assemble the Front Wheel to the Fork ..................................................9

• Handlebar and Stem Installation ..........................................................10

• Testing Stem and Handlebar Tightness ................................................ 11

• Seat Installation ....................................................................................12

• Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness ...................................14

• Front and Rear Reﬂ ector Installation ....................................................14

• Pedal Installation ..................................................................................15

• Training Wheel Installation (various models) ........................................16

• Brake System Setup (various models) ...............................................18/21

Accessories - various models

• Streamers, Handlebar Pad and Bag .....................................................22

• Plaques .................................................................................................23

• Bell Installation .....................................................................................24

Maintenance and Service

• Repair and Service ...............................................................................26

• Chain Adjustment .................................................................................26

• Tires .....................................................................................................27

• Lubrication and Lubrication Table .........................................................28

• Inspection of the Bearings ....................................................................29

Warranty

• Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty ...................................................30/31

Owner’s Bicycle Identiﬁ cation Record

NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. It is not available from

Huffy.

Each Huffy bicycle has a Serial Number stamped into the frame. The Serial Number can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown (1).

Write this number below to keep it for future reference. If the bicycle is stolen, give this number and a description of the bicycle to the police. This will help them ﬁ nd the bicycle.

Model / Serial Number: Purchase Date: Model Name:

Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle

Introduction

To determine the correct size of bicycle for the rider:

• Straddle the assembled bicycle with feet shoulder width apart and ﬂ at on the ground.

• There must be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of clearance (1) between the highest part of the top tube (2) and the crotch of the rider with tires properly inﬂ ated.

• The minimum leg-length for the rider is the highest part of the top tube plus one inch (3).

Warning and Safety Information

Meanings of Warnings:

a This symbol is important. See the word “CAUTION” or “WARNING” which

follows it. The word “CAUTION” is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these

instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur.

Introduction

The word “WARNING” is before personal safety instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur.

• Adult assembly is required.

• Continuous adult supervision is required.

• Do not add a motor to the product.

• Do not tow or push the product.

• Do not modify the product.

• Replace worn or broken parts immediately.

• If anything does not operate properly, discontinue use.

Freewheel Brakes

WARNING:

• This product does NOT have a foot (pedal) brake.

• Ensure your child understands and can operate the hand brakes

• Always use both hand brakes when stopping the bike.

• When stopping, apply front and rear brakes evenly.

• An unstable condition can occur if the front brake is used too hard resulting in injury to the rider or others.

Reﬂ ectors

WARNING: For your own safety, do not ride the bicycle if the reﬂ ectors are incorrectly installed, damaged, or missing. Make sure the front and rear reﬂ ectors are vertical. Do not allow the visibility of the reﬂ ectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles. Dirty reﬂ ectors do not work well. Clean the reﬂ ectors, as necessary, with soap and a damp cloth.

Rules of the Road

WARNING: Failure of the rider to obey the following “Rules of the Road” can

result in injury to the rider or to others.

• Obey all trafﬁ c regulations, signs, and signals.

• Always wear a bicycle helmet that meets CPSC safety standards, as well as local safety standards.

Rules of the Road - continued

• Always wear shoes.

• Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single ﬁ le, and in a straight line.

• Bikes under 20” not intended for use on roads.

• Avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility.

• Make sure the reﬂ ectors of your bicycle are correctly positioned. Do not remove the reﬂ ector or replace the reﬂ ectors with lighted devices that look similar to reﬂ ectors.

• Do not let anything cover the reﬂ ectors.

• Use extra caution in wet weather:

• Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily.

• Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of control or damage to your wheels:

• Be aware of drain grates, soft road edges, gravel or sand, pot holes or ruts, wet leaves, or uneven paving.

• Cross railroad tracks at a right angle to prevent the loss of control.

• Avoid unsafe actions while riding.

• Do not carry any passengers.

• Do not carry any items or attach anything to your bicycle that could hinder your vision, hearing, or control.

• Do not ride with both hands off the handlebar.

The Owner’s Responsibility

Introduction

WARNING: This bicycle is made to be ridden by one rider at a time for general transportation and recreational use. It is not made to withstand the abuse of stunting and jumping.

If the bicycle was purchased unassembled, it is the owner’s responsibility to follow all assembly and adjustment instructions exactly as written in this manual, and any “Special Instructions” supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened.

NOTE: Periodically check that all fasteners and components are securely tightened.

If the bicycle was purchased assembled, it is the owner’s responsibility, before riding the bicycle for the ﬁ rst time, to make sure the bicycle has been assembled and ad- justed exactly as written in this manual, and any “Special Instructions” supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened.

NOTE:

If product is assembled, please proceed to pages 11 and 14: Testing Stem,

Handlebar and Seat Clamp tightness.

Part Assembly View

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6 10

Components

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Parts Assembly List

1 Frame 23 Front Brake

2 Fork 24 Front Brake Lever

No. Description No. Description

Components

3 Handlebars 25 Rear Brake Lever

4 Grips (x2) 26 Rear Brake

5 Handlebar Pad (some models) 27 Chain

6 Handlebar Stem 28 Chain Guard

7 Front Reﬂ ector 29 Crank and Spindle Set

8 Seat 30 Rear Wheel Nut (x2)

9 Seat Post Hardware 31 Training Wheel Set

11 Rear Reﬂ ector Accessories (various models)

10 Seat Post

12 Quick Release and Lever Nut 32 Bell

13 Head Set Bearings 33 Handlebar Bag

14 Right Pedal 34 Streamers

15 Left Pedal 35 Plaque

16 Kick Stand

17 Wheel Retainer (x2)

18 Front Wheel Nut (x2)

19 Front Wheel Assembly

20 Tire (x2)

21 Tube (x2)

22 Rear Wheel Assembly

Introduction

This Owner’s Manual is made for several different bicycles:

• Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product.

• Follow instructions completely.

• If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for separate “Special Instructions” that are supplied with the bicycle.

• Models may have different accessory items such as bags, baskets, reﬂ ectors, cup holders, racks, etc.

• All features, components and accessories are not included on all models.

• Use the Index page to locate speciﬁ c sections of this manual.

• Please read through this entire manual before beginning assembly or mainte-

Bicycle Assembly

nance.

• If you are not conﬁ dent with assembling this unit, refer to a local bike shop.

WARNING: Keep small parts away from children during assembly.

NOTE: All of the directions (right, left, front, rear, etc.) in this manual are as seen by the rider while seated on the bicycle.

Do not dispose of the carton and packaging until you complete the assembly of the bicycle. This can prevent accidentally discarding parts of the bicycle.

Tools Needed

Small Adjustable Wrench

(Jaws must open at least 9/16 inch.)

Flat-blade Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver

Slip-Joint Pliers Metric Allen Wrenches

Open-end Wrenches

Assemble the Front Wheel to the Fork

1. If the Axle Nuts (18) are already attached to the front wheel axle, begin by removing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench.

2. Set the wheel into the front fork (2) (ﬁ g 04).

3. Install wheel retainers (17) making sure the tabs are in the fork (D) tab holes.

4. Attach the front wheel with the Axle Nuts.

5. Tighten Axle Nuts to 21 ft-lbs.

NOTE: Ensure wheel spins freely without contacting fork or fender.

WARNING: Do not use Nuts (18) without serrations to attach the front wheel.

WARNING: Put the wheel in the center of the fork and tighten both nuts to the

recommended torque of 21 ft.-lbs.

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Bicycle Assembly

WARNING: Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen

while riding. This can cause injury to the rider or to others.

Handlebar and Stem Installation

3 1

2 4

WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the Locknut (B).

NOTE: Remove plastic Cap (E) from the end of the Stem (6). NOTE: Some models do not have Handlebar Clamp Nut/Screw (D).

1. Insert the Stem (6) into the fork (ﬁ g 07).

Bicycle Assembly

2. Point the Stem towards the front of the

bike.

3. Tighten the Stem Bolt (C) just enough to

hold it in position.

4. If necessary, loosen the Handlebar

Clamp Nut/Screw (D) and rotate Handlebar (3) into a comfortable riding position (ﬁ g 08/08a).

5. Tighten Handlebar Clamp Nut/Screws

(D) just enough to hold it in position (ﬁ g 08/08a).

6. Align the stem with the front tire and

tighten the Stem Bolt (C) securely (ﬁ g

07).

g 07

WARNING: Do not over tighten the stem bolt. Over tightening the stem bolt can damage the steering system and cause loss of control.

Four Bolt Clamp (ﬁ g 08a):

• If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar (3).

• Tighten Clamp Screws (D) evenly ac-

cording to pattern.

NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to 17 ft-lbs.

WARNING: If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem. This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.

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