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Fundamental Information on your new EPAC and this Operating Manual6
1.1 Scope of Delivery.................................................................................6
1.1.1 Basic equipment...................................................................................6
1.1.2 Optional accessories for installation by the specialist bicycle dealer.....6
1.2 Other applicable documents.................................................................6
1.3 Legal regulations..................................................................................6
1.4 Conventions.........................................................................................7
1.4.1 Symbols and signal words....................................................................7
1.4.2 Abbreviations .......................................................................................7
1.4.3 Technical terms....................................................................................8
1.4.4 Representation.....................................................................................9
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For Your Safety...........................................................................................10
2.1 Follow the instructions in this operating manual.................................10
2.2 Consulting your specialist bicycle dealer............................................10
2.3 The meaning of the markings on your EPAC......................................10
2.4 Using your EPAC for its intended purpose .........................................10
2.4.1 What work may you carry out yourself on your EPAC? ......................11
2.4.2 What must you bear in mind when retrofitting accessories and carrying
out conversions?................................................................................11
2.4.3 Who is allowed to ride your EPAC?....................................................12
2.4.4 Where are you allowed to ride your EPAC? .......................................13
2.5 Residual dangers...............................................................................13
2.5.1 Danger of burns .................................................................................13
2.5.2 Electric hazards..................................................................................14
2.5.3 Other hazards and protective measures.............................................14
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Technical data ............................................................................................16
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Construction and Function........................................................................18
4.1 Brakes and brake assignment............................................................19
4.2 Gears.................................................................................................19
4.3 Frame and fork...................................................................................19
4.4 Wheels...............................................................................................20
4.5 Electrical equipment...........................................................................21
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Before your First Ride................................................................................22
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Before Every Use........................................................................................23
6.1 Checking the Wheels .........................................................................23
6.1.1 Checking the tightness.......................................................................23
6.1.2 Checking the tyres .............................................................................24
6.1.2.1 Checking the position of the valve......................................................24
6.1.2.2 Checking the tyres .............................................................................25
6.1.2.3 Checking the air pressure ..................................................................25
6.1.2.4 Checking that the tyre is correctly fitted..............................................26
