Xootr Swift Bicycles User Manual

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Xootr Swift Bicycles

USER’S MANUAL

Revision of September 2008

WARNING: Bicycling can be a hazardous activity even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your bicycle is your responsibility as it helps reduce the risk of injury. IMPORTANT NOTE: In many of the subsequent warnings in the manual we mention a risk of loss of control or falling. Please understand that those events could lead to very serious injury or death. Because any loss of control or fall could result in serious injury or death, we do not repeat the warning of injury or death whenever we mention the risk of loss of control or falling.

Terminology

This illustration provides terminology used in the rest of the manual.

Safety

We really do not want you to get hurt, so please follow these safety rules:

• Wear an ANSI/Snell-approved helmet at all times to help prevent head injuries.

• Always wear shoes that will stay on your feet and will grip the pedals. Never ride

barefoot or while wearing sandals.

• Observe all traffic laws and signals, just as automobiles must do.

• Don't ride double or attempt stunts.

• Ride near the curb or in the bicycle lane in the same direction as traffic.

• Find alternate routes, rather than ride through busy intersections and heavy or high-

speed traffic.

• Walk -- don't ride -- your bicycle across busy intersections and left turn corners.

• Avoid riding in wet weather. When wet, brakes may require a long distance to stop.

• Avoid loose clothing or long coats that can catch in pedals or wheels. Leg clips or

bands keep pants legs from tangling in the chain.

• Avoid crossing raised sewer grates or railroad tracks.

• Use proper hand signals when turning or stopping.

• Be alert at all times, especially for cars pulling out into traffic and for opening

doors.

• Inspect your bicycle before every ride. Make sure all fasteners are securely

tightened.

• Verify that your front and rear brakes are functioning properly before each ride.

• Verify that all five QR “quick release” levers on your bicycle are fully tightened and

in the closed position.

• Maintain adequate tire pressure.

• Never hitch a ride on another vehicle.

If you must ride in the dark:

• Ensure the reflectors on the bicycle are unobstructed and clean.

• Always use an appropriate front and rear lighting system when riding at night.

• Ride with extreme caution. Be alert for cars, pedestrians, runners and other

bicyclists. Ride defensively and watch for road hazards.

• Wear light-colored clothing and use reflective tape on clothing or helmets.

Slippery Conditions

When rims and brakes are wet due to muddy, wet, or icy roads the distance needed to stop safely increases. You must anticipate the additional distance needed to stop in such circumstances. Reduce your speed and take corners slowly and carefully. Hard application

Xootr Limited Warranty

Your satisfaction is very important to us. We warrant that your Xootr bike is free of defects in materials or manufacturing for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to the limitations indicated below. If at any time within one year of your purchase, you discover a defect in materials or manufacturing, please contact us or your authorized dealer for repair or replacement.

This warranty is void if the bicycle was not purchased new from us or an authorized dealer.

This warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear, including wear of tires, brake pads, and cables.

Subject to the following limitations, terms and conditions, Xootr LLC warrants to the original owner for the lifetime of the original owner that the BICYCLE FRAME is free of defective materials and workmanship. The lifetime limited warranty is conditioned upon the bicycle being operated under normal conditions and use, and properly maintained. The lifetime limited warranty is voided if you use a seat post other than the one provided with your Swift or purchased from Xootr, LLC or authorized dealer. This limited warranty does not apply to paint/finish or components attached to the bicycle such as front forks, wheels, drivetrain, brakes, seatpost, handlebar and stem (all of which are covered under the one year limited warranty above).

Damage caused by stunt riding, off-road riding, racing, collisions, or other abusive treatment is not covered by this warranty. This is a consumer warranty and does not apply to products used in rental operations.

Contact Information - Xootr LLC

www.xootr.com - for replacement part orders, accessories, and additional maintenance

instructions.

service@xootr.com - for technical support.

Xootr LLC 2001 Rosanna Avenue Scranton, PA 18509 USA +1 570-558-4969

of the front brake on wet or icy pavement (or on loose gravel or debris) can cause the front wheel to lock and skid, resulting in possible loss of control. Slowly apply brakes in a gradual, controlled manner to avoid skidding or loss of control.

WARNING: Many states require specific safety devices. It is your responsibility to comply with the appropriate state and local laws.

WARNING: Always wear an ANSI or SNELL approved helmet when riding your bike. Always keep the chin strap securely buckled. Refer to your helmet owner’s manual for additional information. Failure to wear an approved helmet may result in serious injury or death.

WARNING: Reflectors alone are not adequate for night visibility. Use a high quality lighting system for greater visibility.

WARNING: Wet or icy conditions dramatically increase the risks of falling and losing control. When wet or icy conditions are present braking distances are dramatically increased. Avoid wet or icy conditions.

WARNING: Avoid riding over curbs. Watch for and avoid potholes, gratings and other road hazards. Walk your bicycle over railroad tracks, stairs, ditches or other such rough conditions. Failure to do so may result in tire failure, loss of control, or other mechanical failures and may result in a serious or fatal accident.

WARNING: Do not remove the reflectors from your bicycle. They are an integral part of the bicycle’s safety system. Removing the reflectors may reduce your visibility to others using the roadway. Being struck by other vehicles often results in serious injury or death. Remember: reflectors are not a substitute for lights. Always equip your bicycle with all state and locally mandated lights.

WARNING: Riding at dusk, after dark, or at times of poor visibility is much more dangerous than riding in full daylight, even with proper safety equipment, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.

WARNING: Failure to properly tighten a QR (quick-release) lever may compromise steering action and control of the bicycle, which could cause you to fall. Falling can cause serious injury or even death. Verify that all QR levers are closed and tight.

QR (Quick Release) Lever Operation

There are five QR (quick release) levers on your Xootr Swift: one on the front wheel; one on the stem riser; two on the seat post clamp; and one on the rear wheel. It is important that these levers be properly adjusted before riding. The following figure illustrates the open and closed position of the lever. When the lever is in the closed position it pulls the skewer tight clamping the seat post, riser, or wheel axle (depending on location.)

Lever Too Tight? There should be some resistance when closing the quick- release levers, but you should not have to use excessive force. If the lever will not close, loosen the quick release nut until the lever can be fully closed.

Lever Too Loose? You should have to apply some force to close the lever at about halfway closed. If the lever is too loose, then screw the nut down until you start to feel resistance to closing the lever at the halfway point.

Rear wheel installation:

1. Twist the grip shifter to Gear 8.

2. Insert the wheel into the dropouts, first looping the chain around the smallest cog.

3. Push the wheel firmly into the dropouts to center.

4. Tighten quick-release lever.

5. Reattach the rear brake cable and check for brake adjustment.

Front wheel removal:

1. Hold brakes against the wheel, then retract the “bullet-nosed” end of the silver cable guide from the metal yoke attached to the caliper, thus releasing the brake calipers.

2. Open the quick-release lever and back the nut off a few turns.

3. Remove the wheel from the frame.

Installation is the reverse of removal.

General Tire and Wheel Maintenance

1. Maintain tire pressure at the value indicated on the sidewall of the tire.

2. Never ride your bicycle with under-inflated tires as this will cause poor handling, excessive tire wear or a blowout.

3. Use a hand pump to inflate tire to proper tire pressure.

4. Over inflation or an improperly mounted tire may cause blowouts.

5. If there are any irregular noises from wheels, or it the rims wobble while rotating, check and repair wheels immediately.

6. Wheels should be checked regularly for spoke tightness, especially if ridden on rough roads. If the wheel does not remain “true” this indicates that the spokes are loose. We recommend that spoke adjustments be performed by a professional bicycle mechanic.

Collisions

Your Xootr Swift bike is designed to withstand years of normal riding. However, collisions can substantially weaken the structure of the bicycle. If you accidentally have a minor collision with a curb, wall, or other fixed object, inspect the scooter for loose or bent parts. If you find such parts, contact your dealer or Xootr LLC for repair or replacement. If you collide with a fixed object at speeds in excess of 10 mph (16 kph) and/or are thrown from the bike after a collision, you could severely damage the structure of the bike. In such cases, please contact Xootr LLC for repair or replacement.

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