Schiller S1-C User Manual

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2017 S1-C User Manual
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Schiller was founded on the daring belief that a blue planet is meant for biking. We want to give
people of all athletic abilities the most exhilarating and dynamic cycling experience riding the
world’s most advanced water bike.
Our commitment to design, technology, safety and engineering, matched with a passion for all
things aquatic, is what guides us each and every day.
On behalf of the entire Schiller Bike’s team, I want to personally thank you for your purchase and congratulate you on pioneering a new era of water biking. I hope you enjoy the thrill of
cycling across the water as much as we do at Schiller Bikes.
Bike a blue Planet!
Judah Schiller
Founder & CEO
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1. Getting to Know Your S1 2
2. Box Contents 3
3. Assembly 4-14
Protective caps 4
Handle Bars 5
Left Pedal 6
Right Pedal 7
Outdrive 8-10
Struts 11-12
Pontoon ination 13
Running Boards 14
4. General Guidlines 15-19
Seat height adjustment 15
Outdrive pivot ajustment 16
Outdrive use positions 17
General best practices 18-19
6. Maintenance 20
7. Warranty & Support 21
Table of Contents
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Getting to know your S1
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5. Saddle Assembly
6. Handlebar Assembly
9. Running Board
10. Pontoon Sockets
8. S1 Frame
4. Pontoons
7. Pedals & Cranks
3. Struts
2. Gearbox
1. Outdrive
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What’s in the box
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Repair Kit
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Remove protective caps.
Assembly: Removing Protective Caps
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Assembly: Handlebars
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1 2
3
4
Gently tighten until snug.
Repeat step 3 until snug.
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Assembly: Left Pedal
4
6
1
3
Gently tighten Pedel with wrench until snug.
Note which pedal by nding the letter on the bottom. Remove rubber
band, or protective cap
from threads
2
Tighten by hand rst.
L
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3 4
Assembly: Right Pedal
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1
Gently tighten Pedel with wrench until snug.
R
Note which pedal by nding the letter on the bottom. Remove rubber
band, or protective cap
from threads
2
Tighten by
hand rst.
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Assembly: Outdrive
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1 2
Line up tabs. Do not force outdrive on.
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Assembly: Outdrive Cont.
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3
5
4
Twist Prop to fully
engage Outdrive.
The outdrive will drop into slot
when succesfully engaged.
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Assembly: Outdrive Cont.
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6
7
8
Clip tether cord to gearbox
Insert Outdrive Lock pin
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Assembly: Struts
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1
2
Press spring buttons to engage strut.
Spring button with “Click” into place.
Bike Frame
Longer end inserts into
bike frame sockets.
Insert struts
before inating
pontoons.
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Assembly: Struts
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Pontoon socket
Spring button with “Click” into place.
Shorter end inserts into
pontoon sockets.
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Assembly: Inate Pontoon
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3
2
4
Inate pontoon to 10 PSI
Replace cap after pontoon is inated.
Push and twist to lock hose into pon­toon valve.
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PSI
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Open position Deation
Closed postion Ination
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Assembly: Running Boards
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A running board can be used as a paddle.
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General Guidlines: Seat Adjustment
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2
1
3
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General Guidlines: Outdrive Pivot Tension
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Adjust the resistance of the pivot function
on the outdrive.
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1. Non-operational
2. Shallow Water Mode
3. Normal Mode
General Guidlines: Outdrive use
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Overload your bike with more than one rider - this will void your
manufacturer’s warranty
Bike alone without telling a friend of your trip plan
Bike at night without coast guard compliant navigational lighting
Bike in rapids, breaking surf, white water or ooded waterways – this
will void your manufacturer’s warranty
Bike under the inuence of drugs or alcohol
Allow large swells or vessel wakes to hit your bike side on – this
could capsize your bike
Drag your pontoons and Outdrive over asphalt or any other rough
surface that will damage them
General Guidlines
Always Never
The S1 was designed to enjoy smooth waterways such as harbors, inlets, bays and lakes with no previous maritime experi-
ence. As with any small marine craft, safety should be your number one priority.
You should always wear a coast guard approved personal otation device (PFD) and ride in conditions that you are con-
dent and comfortable in. It is not recommended to ride your S1 in surf conditions, or river rapids of any category – this will
void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Please thoroughly read this manual and familiarize yourself with your S1 prior to biking, especially in open water. By using
this product you acknowledge and assume the inherent risks involved with any physical water sport.
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Wear a coast guard approved PFD
Tell a friend of your water biking trip and expected return time
Carry a communication device like a phone or VHF radio
Plan for the expected conditions by dressing appropriately
Know your limits - especially when navigating unfamiliar water-
ways. Check your equipment prior to launch for signs of wear &
tear or damage
Ensure your pontoon valves are closed & your valve cap is on
Be wary of rocks, sharp objects & oating debris that can damage
your bike’s pontoons
Be cognizant of other vessels - especially the wakes of larger
vessels
Maneuver your bike to take other vessel wakes or swells head on
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Steering
The best way to steer your S1 is slowly and gently from the handle bars. Do not quickly torque the handlebars back
and forth. This excessively stresses the entire steering system. It may cause the steering cables to snap.
Stopping & Reversing
To stop your S1, stop pedaling or gently pedal in reverse.
Beaching To beach your S1, simply approach the beach HEAD ON at a normal
speed. Stop pedaling and let the pontoons slide onto the sand. Be cautious of sharp sea shells, rocks, and glass they
can puncture the pontoons. The Outdrive will automatically pivot up when it contacts the bottom. Get o the bike and IMMEDIATLEY raise the Outdrive. Do not drag the pontoons on the beach. If you must drag the S1 make sure the
sand is clear of sharp objects.
Approach waves, and boat wakes head on
Do not attempt to launch in rough surf conditions.
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Your S1 is engineered with premium stainless steel and anodized aluminum components. It should be stored out of adverse
weather conditions, extreme temperatures, and prolonged sunlight.
Like any water craft, it is important that you care for your S1 with regular maintenance. We recommend always rinsing o your
S1 with fresh water after use.
The Gates Carbon Belt does not require lubrication. Your drive train should only be cleaned with fresh water.
Steering cables will stretch, this is normal. Tensioning will be neccesarry after the rst few rides. Tension can be checked by
squeezing the two cables together. If you can easily pinch the cables together and touch, tension is too low. Located on the rear
of the frame, and on the back of the gearbox are cable tension adjuster screws. They can be rotated counter clockwise by hand,
or with a 9mm wrench to increase tension. Tighten one side, then the other equally, unless you are trying to slightly adjust the
steering alignment.
Replace your steering cables at least twice a year, or after 50 hrs use. Contact Schiller Support for replacement parts
The Outdrive to gearbox steering interface does require periodic lubrication. To do this remove the Outdrive, and wipe clean
inside the Outdrive top tting along with the corresponding male portion of the gearbox using a clean rag. Apply a thin layer of
water proof grease only to the inside of the Outdrive top. This will ensure smooth steering when assembled. Never allow sand
to get onto this interface when assembling the bike. If it ever does clean and re-grease.
Pontoon’s should be rinsed with fresh water and stored out of direct sunlight. In the unlikely event a pontoon is punctured by a
sharp object you can repair with a simple patch. You should never ride your bike if you suspect that your pontoons are not hold-
ing air. For your convenience the S1 ships with a puncture repair kit. Sharp objects can include beach shells, beach glass, and
even barnicles.
Overload your bike with more than one rider - this will void your
manufacturers warranty
Bike alone without telling a friend of your trip plan
Bike at night without coast guard compliant navigational lighting
Bike in rapids, breaking surf, white water or ooded waterways – this
will void your manufacturers warranty
Bike under the inuence of drugs or alcohol
Allow large swells or vessel wakes to hit your bike side on – this
could capsize your bike
Drag your pontoons and Outdrive over asphalt or any other rough
surface that will damage them
Maintenance & Care
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Warranty:
3 years on frame, 1 years on components.
Warranty does not cover:
-Inatable pontoons (Including puncture, tear, or fading)
-Normal wear & tear
-Scratch & Dent
-Improper assembly
-Improper follow-up maintenence
-Installation of components, parts, or accesories not originally intended for or compatible with the bike as sold
-Damage or failure due to accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect
-Labor charges for part replacement or change over.
Product Support:
If you have any questions regarding your S1 please contact the Schiller team at info@schillerbikes.com and we will be happy to assist.
Warranty & Support:
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