Van raam Twinny, Kivo, Twinny Plus User Manual

Van Raam BV
Aaltenseweg 56
7051 CM Varsseveld
The Netherlands 06.13

User manual

Twinny Plus

Twinny

Kivo

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Contents

Contents ........................................................................................................................

Contact details manufacturer .........................................................................................

Conformity .....................................................................................................................

Introduction ....................................................................................................................

Delivery .........................................................................................................................

Intended usage ..............................................................................................................

Safety measures ...........................................................................................................

Delivery inspection ........................................................................................................

Adjustment of the bicycle...............................................................................................

Accessories ...................................................................................................................

Before first use ..............................................................................................................

Technical details ............................................................................................................

Maintenance and adjustments to be done by owner .....................................................

Repairs and maintenance to be done by dealer ............................................................

Disposal.........................................................................................................................

Handover/sale to a new owner ......................................................................................

Guarantee .....................................................................................................................

Frame number ...............................................................................................................

Contact details manufacturer

Van Raam BV
Aaltenseweg 56
7051 CM Varsseveld
The Netherlands

Tel. : [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]
Internet : www.vanraam.nl

Conformity

Van Raam declares as manufacturer that the Tandem bicycles have been produced
in accordance with the 93/42/EEG guidelines.

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READ
THOROUGHLY!

Introduction

This user manual gives important and necessary
information about the use of your bicycle. We ask you to go
through the manual thoroughly before using the bicycle.

Delivery

- bicycle with possible packaging

- user manuals (s)

- possible charger (s), depending on options

Intended usage

The tandem bicycle is designed for normal use on level and solid ground. The usual
bicycle caution should always be taken into consideration. At the same time all safety
instructions as described in this manual should be complied with explicitly. Also the
local traffic rules should always be complied with.

All other use, including damage or physical injuries due to this, are not the
manufacturer's responsibility.

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Safety measures

 Ensure the bicycle is in good condition each time before using it.
 Check before each ride that the brakes are in order.
 Check the lights and reflectors.
 Regularly check whether all screw joints are tight.
 Regularly check whether the wheels, the handlebars and the saddle are

secure.

 Make sure there is sufficient air in the tyres.
 Only use the bicycle on a solid and level surface.
 Make sure that wide trousers or lose hanging clothing don’t get caught in the

chain, spokes or pedals.

 Do not use a pressure washer or a steam cleaner for the cleaning of the

bicycle.

Extra attention is essential if a child is using the bicycle!

 Never leave a child alone with the bicycle without supervision!
 Always have the child wear a bicycle helmet! Make sure the helmet fits

correctly!

 If children or people with limited mental perception or a mental handicap join

the bike ride, there should always be a responsible supervising person as
the main driver of the bike. This main driver is always responsible for the
safe use of the bike.

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Load

The maximum load should not be exceeded. See information in the index of technical
details on page 20. By permitted load we mean the total load, including the load on
the luggage rack.

Make sure that the permitted load on the luggage rack is not exceeded.

Damaged or worn out parts

The replacement and repair of parts (frame, forks, illumination, brakes, drive
mechanism and the handle bars) should always be performed by a dealer. If not, the
guarantee ceases to be valid and you will be personally responsible in the event of
possible damage.

Specific safety parts should always be replaced by new parts!

Delivery inspection

Check the delivery immediately after receiving it. In the event of damage or
incomplete delivery we ask you to contact your dealer immediately.

Adjustment of the bicycle

Before using the bicycle, adjust it to the measurements of the cyclists. This is of great
importance, especially the saddles and the handlebars.

If an optimal adjustment of the bicycle, as defined in the instructions, is not
possible, you can contact your dealer for a fitting solution.

The brakes are correctly adjusted as standard and can only be adjusted by the dealer
during periodic maintenance.

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MIN INSERT

[B]

[A]

Saddle height

When the cyclist is sitting on the bicycle
and can put a foot on the pedal in the
lowest position, the saddle height is
correct. Adjust the saddle height in such a
way that the leg is stretched but relaxed in
that position.

To adjust the saddle:

1. Open the quick-clamp [A].

2. Slide the saddle to the correct height.

3. Close the quick-clamp.

Make sure clothing cannot get
caught in the clamp!

If the clamp closes too easily, the
clamping force is too low. In this case,
open the clamp and tighten the nut (B)
a bit more. If a lot of force is necessary
to close the clamp, the nut should be
loosened slightly.

Do not pull out the saddle pin further than the
marking. The tube will not go into the shank deep
enough and will risk coming off. This can lead to
serious injuries.

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MIN INSERT

1.

2.

1.

2.

Handle bar height

The height of the handle bars affects the
comfort of the ride. It determines the pressure
on the hands and the position of the back.
Determine your own most comfortable height
by using the bike.

Om het stuur te verstellen:

1. Draai de schroef met een inbussleutel
enkele slagen los.

2. Schuif de stuurstang naar de juiste hoogte
en draai de schroef weer stevig vast.

Do not pull out the handle bars further than the
mark. Otherwise the tube will not be deep enough in
the shaft and will risk coming off, which can lead to
serious injuries.

Position handle bars

You can tilt the handle bars. This influences
the distance from the handle bars to the upper
body. Determine your own most comfortable
position by using the bike.

To tilt the handle bars:

1. Slightly loosen the screw with an Allen key.

2. Put the handle bars in the desired position
and then tighten the screw very firmly again.

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2 assembly points pedal

[A]

Accessories

Depending on your order, you can use the accessories as described below.

Crank shortener

The crank shortener is fitted to the crank,
as illustrated. The pedal can then be fitted
into the crank shortener at two positions.
With the socketed screw (A) the crank
shortener should be aligned with the
crank.

Foot support

The foot support is fitted to the pedal with a
balance block.

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[A]

[A]

[B]

Lower leg support

To fit the lower leg support:

1. First fit the lower leg support to the metal
plate (A).

2. The lower leg support is then fitted to the
foot support. Make sure that plate (B) is
under the pedal and plate (A) is between
the pedal and the foot support.

3. Adjust the height of the lower leg support in
such a way that it matches the lower leg of
the cyclist.

4. Fit the elastic to a point on the frame, so
that the lower leg support stays upright in
stationary position. Determine by yourself
which point is best.

Use the velcro to secure the lower leg.

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