Hercules Tessano Pro User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EN
BICYCLES
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IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
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Data sheet
Surname, first name of the purchaser:
Date of purchase:
Model:
Frame number:
Type number:
Tyre size:
Recommended tyre pressure (bar)*: front: rear:
Company stamp and signature:
*After a tyre change, refer to the tyre markings for the permitted tyre
pressures and make sure that they are observed. The recommended tyre
pressure must not be exceeded.

Technical data
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1 Technical data
Bicycle
Tightening torque
Transportation temperature 5°C - 25°C
Storage temperature 5°C - 25°C
Operation temperature 5°C - 35°C
Working environment temperature 15 °C - 25 °C
Table 1: Bicycle technical data
Axle nut tightening torque 35 Nm - 40 Nm
Handlebars clamping screw maximum
tightening torque* 5Nm - 7Nm
Table 2: Tightening torque values
*if there is no other data on the component

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Table of contents
1 Technical data 2
2 About these instructions 7
2.1 Manufacturer 7
2.2 Laws, standards and directives 8
2.3 Other valid documents 8
2.4 Subject to change 8
2.5 Identifying 9
2.5.1 Operating instructions 9
2.5.2 Bicycle 9
2.6 For your safety 12
2.6.1 Instruction, training and customer service 12
2.6.2 Basic safety notes 13
2.6.3 Warnings 13
2.6.4 Safety markings 14
2.7 For your information 14
2.7.1 Instructions for actions 14
2.7.2 Information on the type plate 14
2.7.3 Language conventions 16
2.8 Type plate 17
3 Safety 18
3.1 Requirements for the rider 18
3.2 Personal protective equipment 18
3.3 Proper use 18
3.3.1 City and trekking bicycle 19
3.3.2 Cycle for children and young adults 19
3.3.3 Folding bicycle 20
3.3.4 Carrier bicycle 20
3.4 Improper use 21
3.5 Duty of care 22
3.5.1 User 22
3.5.2 Rider 22
4 Description 23
4.1 Overview 23
4.2 Handlebars 24
4.3 Wheel and fork 25
4.3.1 Valve 25
4.3.2 Suspension 26

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4.4 Brake system 27
4.4.1 Rim brake 27
4.4.1.1 Locking lever 28
4.4.2 Disk brake 29
4.4.3 Back-pedal brake 30
4.5 Drive system 31
4.6 Running light 31
5 Transportation, storage and assembly 32
5.1 Transportation 32
5.2 Storing 33
5.2.1 Break in operation 33
5.2.1.1 Preparing a break in operation 33
5.2.1.2 Carrying out break in operation 33
5.3 Assembly 34
5.3.1 Unpacking 34
5.3.2 Scope of delivery 35
5.3.3 Commissioning 35
5.3.4 Installing the wheels with quick release 37
6 Adjusting the bicycle to the rider 38
6.1 Adjusting the saddle 38
6.1.1 Determining the seat height 38
6.1.2 Clamp the seat post with the quick release 39
6.1.3 Adjusting the sitting position and saddle tilt 40
6.2 Setting the handlebars 40
6.3 Adjusting the stem 41
6.3.1 With quick release, version I 41
6.3.2 With quick release, version II 42
6.4 Checking the clamping force of the quick releases 43
6.4.1 Adjustable without tools 44
6.5 Basic setting for suspension and damping 46
6.5.1 Adjusting the hardness of the spring elements 46
6.5.1.1 Adjusting the hardness of the steel suspension fork 46
6.5.1.2 Adjusting the hardness of the air suspension elements 47
6.5.1.3 Front wheel 47
6.5.2 Setting the grip distance of the brake lever 48
6.5.3 Hydraulically operated rim brake 48
6.5.4 Hydraulically operated disk brake 49

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7 Operation 50
7.1 Before each ride 52
7.2 Using the kickstand 54
7.3 Using the pannier rack 55
7.4 Gear shift 57
7.5 Using the running light 57
7.6 Brakes 58
7.6.1 Using the brake 58
7.6.2 Using the back-pedal brake 59
7.7 Suspension and damping 60
7.7.1 Locking the front wheel suspension 60
7.7.1.1 Fork lock on the suspension head 60
7.7.1.2 Locking lever on handlebars, version I 61
7.7.1.3 Locking lever on handlebars, version II 61
7.7.1.4 Fork lock on handlebars, version III 62
7.7.1.5 Fork lock on handlebars, version IV 62
7.7.1.6 Fork lock on handlebars, version V 62
7.8 Folding 64
7.8.1 Folding the folding bicycle 64
7.8.1.1 Folding the pedal 64
7.8.2 Folding the stem, version I 65
7.8.2.1 Folding the stem, version II 66
7.8.2.2 Pushing in the seat post 66
7.8.2.3 Folding the frame 66
7.8.3 Preparing the bicycle so that it is ready to ride again 68
7.8.3.1 Folding out the frame 68
7.8.3.2 Folding out the pedal 69
8 Maintenance 70
8.1 Cleaning and servicing 71
8.1.1 Basic cleaning and preservation 71
8.1.2 Chain 72
8.2 Maintenance 73
8.2.1 Wheel 73
8.2.2 Brake system 73
8.2.3 Electrical cables and brake cables 74
8.2.4 Gear shift 74
8.2.5 Chain or belt tension 75
8.3 Service 76

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8.4 Correcting and repairing 77
8.4.1 Using original parts only 77
8.4.2 Adjusting the kickstand 78
8.4.3 Wheel quick release 79
8.4.4 Clamping the quick release 80
8.4.5 Adjusting the tyre pressure 82
8.4.5.1 Dunlop valve 82
8.4.5.2 Presta valve 83
8.4.6 Adjusting the gear shift 84
8.4.6.1 Cable-operated gear shift, single-cable 84
8.4.6.2 Cable-operated gear shift, dual-cable 85
8.4.6.3 Cable-operated twist grip, dual-cable 86
8.4.7 Offsetting brake lining wear 87
8.4.7.1 Hydraulically operated rim brake 87
8.4.7.2 Cable-operated rim brake 87
8.4.7.3 Disk brake 88
8.4.8 Replacing the lighting 88
8.4.9 Setting the lamp 89
8.4.10 Repair by the specialist dealer 89
8.5 Accessories 90
8.5.1 Child seat 91
8.5.2 Bicycle trailer 93
9 Recycling and disposal 94
10 Index 95

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About these instructions
2 About these instructions
Read these operating instructions before
commissioning the bicycle in order to use all the
functions correctly and safely. They are not a
substitute for personal training by the supplying
HERCULES specialist dealer. The operating
instructions are a component part of the bicycle.
Therefore, if it is re-sold at a later time, they must be
handed over to the subsequent owner.
These operating instructions are mainly directed at the
rider and user of the cycle. In general, they are
technical laypersons.
Staff at all HERCULES specialist dealers have
specialist training and qualifications, and are therefore
capable of identifying risks and preventing hazards
which may arise during maintenance, servicing and
repairs on the bicycle. Information for specialist staff
does not require technical laypersons to take any
action.
2.1 Manufacturer
The manufacturer of the bicycle is:
HERCULES GMBH
Longericher Straße 2
50739 Köln, Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.hercules-bikes.de
Text passages which are directed expressly at
specialist staff (e.g. bicycle mechanics), are clearly
marked with a blue tool symbol.

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2.2 Laws, standards and directives
These operating instructions comply with the essential
requirements from:
• EN ISO 4210-2:2015, Cycles – Safety requirements
for bicycles – Part 2: Requirements for city and
trekking, young adult, mountain and racing bicycles,
• EN 11243:2016, Cycles – Luggage carriers for
bicycles – Requirements and test methods,
• EN 82079-1:2012, Preparation of instructions for
use – Structuring, content and presentation – Part 1:
General principles and detailed requirements,
• EN ISO 17100:2016-05, Translation Services –
Requirements for translation service.
2.3 Other valid documents
The constantly updated lists of approved accessories
and parts are available to HERCULES specialist
dealers.
No other information is also applicable.
2.4 Subject to change
The information contained in these operating
instructions are the approved technical specifications
at the time of printing. Any significant changes are
included in a new issue of the operating instructions.