Hercules Tessano Pro User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EN
BICYCLES
Avanos • Cargo City 3-G • Pippa • Robo • Sonic • Spyder
Tessano • Tourer • Uno • Valencia • Versa • Viverty
18-D-0001 | 18-D-0002 | 18-D-0003 | 18-D-0004 | 18-D-0005 | 18-D-0006 | 18-D-0007 | 18-D-0008 | 18-D-0009
18-D-0010 | 18-D-0011 | 18-D-0012 | 18-D-0013 | 18-D-0014 | 18-D-0015 | 18-D-0016 | 18-D-0017 | 18-D-0018
18-D-0019 | 18-D-0020 | 18-D-0021 | 18-D-0022 | 18-D-0023 | 18-D-0024 | 18-D-0025 | 18-D-0026 | 18-D-0027
18-D-0028 | 18-D-0029 | 18-D-0030 | 18-D-0031 | 18-D-0032 | 18-D-0035 | 18-D-0036 | 18-D-0049 | 18-D-0050
18-D-0051 | 18-D-0052 | 18-D-0053 | 18-D-0054 | 18-D-0055 | 18-D-0056 | 18-D-0057 | 18-D-0058 | 18-D-0059
18-D-0060 | 18-K-0002 | 18-L-0001 | 18-L-0003 | 18-M-0001 | 18-M-0002 | 18-M-0003 | 18-M-0004 | 18-M-0005
18-M-0006 | 18-M-0007 | 18-M-0008 | 18-M-0009 | 18-M-0010 | 18-M-0011 | 18-M-0012 | 18-M-0013 | 18-M-0014
18-M-0016 | 18-M-0017 | 18-M-0018 | 18-M-0019 | 18-M-0020
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IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP SAFE FOR LATER REFERENCE

Copyright
© HERCULES GMBH
Distribution or reproduction of these operating instructions
and utilisation or communication of their content is prohibited
unless expressly approved. Any infringement will render the
offender liable for compensation. All rights reserved in the
event that a patent, utility model or industrial design is
registered.

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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.: +49 4471 18735-0
Fax: +49 4471 18735-29
E-mail: info@hercules-bikes.de
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.

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2.5 Identifying
2.5.1 Operating instructions
The identification number of these operating instructions
is made up of the document number, the version number
and the release date. It can be found on the cover page
and in the footer.
2.5.2 Bicycle
These HERCULES operating instructions refer to the
model year 2018. The production period is from July
2017 to June 2018. They are issued in July 2017.
The operating instructions are a component part of the
following bicycles:
Identification number 034-11461_1.0_29.01.2018
Table 3: Identification number of the operating instructions
Type no. Model Bicycle type
18-D-0001 Tessano Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0002 Tessano Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0003 Tessano Comp City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0004 Tessano Comp City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0005 Tessano Sport City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0006 Tessano Sport City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0007 Tessano 8 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0008 Tessano 8 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0009 Avanos Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0010 Avanos Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0011 Avanos COMP City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0012 Avanos COMP City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0013 Avanos 24 City and trekking bicycle
Table 4: Type number, model and bicycle type categorisation

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18-D-0014 Avanos 24 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0015 Avanos 24 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0016 Tourer 24 Sport City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0017 Tourer 24 Sport City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0018 Tourer 24 Sport City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0019 Tourer 21 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0020 Tourer 21 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0021 Tourer 21 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0022 Valencia R8 HS City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0023 Valencia R8 HS City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0024 Valencia R8 HS City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0025 Valencia R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0026 Valencia R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0027 Valencia R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0028 Valencia R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0029 Uno R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0030 Uno R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0031 Uno R3 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0032 Uno R3 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0035 Viverty R7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0036 Viverty F7 City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0049 Spyder Street Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0050 Spyder Street Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0051 Spyder Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0052 Spyder Pro City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0053 Spyder Street
Comp
City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0054 Spyder Street
Comp
City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0055 Spyder Comp City and trekking bicycle
Type no. Model Bicycle type
Table 4: Type number, model and bicycle type categorisation

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18-D-0056 Spyder Comp City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0057 Spyder Street City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0058 Spyder Street City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0059 Spyder City and trekking bicycle
18-D-0060 Spyder City and trekking bicycle
18-K-0002 Cargo City 3-G Carrier bicycle
18-L-0001 Versa R7 Folding bicycle
18-L-0003 Versa 7 Folding bicycle
18-M-0001 Sonic Disc 24 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0002 Sonic Disc 24 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0003 Sonic 21 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0004 Sonic 21 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0005 Sonic 21 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0006 Sonic 21 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0007 Sonic 21 Offroad Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0008 Sonic 7 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0009 Sonic 7 Offroad Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0010 Robo R3 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0011 Robo R3 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0012 Pippa R7 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0013 Pippa R7 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0014 Pippa R7 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0016 Pippa R7 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0017 Pippa R3 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0018 Pippa R3 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0019 Pippa R3 Cycle for children and young adults
18-M-0020 Sonic 7 Cycle for children and young adults
Type no. Model Bicycle type
Table 4: Type number, model and bicycle type categorisation

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2.6 For your safety
The safety concept of the bicycle comprises four
elements:
• the instruction of the rider and/or user, and
maintenance and repair of the bicycle by the
HERCULES specialist dealer,
• the chapter on general safety,
• the warnings in these instructions and
• the safety marking on the type plates.
2.6.1 Instruction, training and customer service
The HERCULES specialist dealer and supplier
provides customer service. Contact details can be
found on the back page of these operating instructions
and in the data sheet. If you are unable to contact your
specialist dealer, you will find further HERCULES
specialist dealers on www hercules-bikes.de. They will
also be able to attend to your customer service needs.
The rider or the user of the bicycle is instructed in
person on the functions of the bicycle, at the latest
when the vehicle is handed over by the supplying
HERCULES specialist dealer.
Each rider to whom this bicycle is made available,
must receive instruction on the functions of the
bicycle. The operating instructions must be submitted
to each rider in printed form and must be
acknowledged and adhered to.
The HERCULES specialist dealer commissioned to
perform repairs and maintenance work receives
regular training.

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2.6.2 Basic safety notes
2.6.3 Warnings
Hazardous situations and actions are marked with
warnings. The warnings in these operating instructions
are shown as follows:
The following pictograms and signal words are used in
the operating instructions for warnings and information
notices:
These operating instructions have a chapter with
general safety notes [Chapter 3, page 18]. The
chapter stands out because of its grey background.
Type and source of the danger
Description of the danger and the consequences.
Measures
SIGNAL WORD
Will lead to serious or even fatal injuries if ignored.
High-risk hazard.
May lead to serious or even fatal injuries if ignored.
Medium-risk hazard.
May lead to minor or moderate injuries. Low-risk
hazard.
May lead to material damage if ignored.
Table 5: Meanings of the signal words
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
NOTICE

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2.6.4 Safety markings
The following safety markings are used on the type
plates of the bicycle:
2.7 For your information
2.7.1 Instructions for actions
Instructions for actions are structured in accordance
with the following pattern:
Requirements (optional)
Instruction for action
Result of the action (optional)
2.7.2 Information on the type plate
Alongside the warnings, the type plates of the
products also contain other important information on
the bicycle:
General warning
Adhere to the instructions for use
Table 6: Safety markings on the product

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only suitable for the road, no off-road riding or jumps
suitable for roads, off-road riding and jumps of up to
15 cm
suitable for rough off-road riding and jumps of up to
61 cm
suitable for rough off-road riding and jumps of up to
122 cm
suitable for the most difficult terrain
Table 7: Area of use
City and trekking bicycle
Child's bicycle / bicycle for young adults
BMX bicycle
Mountain bike
Racing bicycle
Carrier bicycle
Folding bicycle
Table 8: Bicycle type

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2.7.3 Language conventions
The bicycle described in these operating instructions
may be equipped with alternative components. The
equipment of the bicycle is defined by the respective
type number [Table 7, page 15]. If applicable, the
notes alternative equipment and alternative version
make reference to the use of alternative components.
Alternative equipment describes additional components
which are not necessarily an integral part of every
bicycle in these instructions.
Alternative version explains the various variants of
components if they differ in use.
The following conventions are used in these operating
instructions:
Convention Use
Italics Entry in the index
SPACED Displays on the display
screen
[Example, page
numbering]
Cross references
• Bulleted lists
Table 9: Conventions

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2.8 Type plate
The type plate is situated on the frame. The type plate
features the following information:
Figure 1: Type plate, example
1 Permitted total weight
2 Manufacturer
3 Type number
4 Bicycle standard
5Bicycle type
6Safety notes
7Area of use
2
3
1
4
5
6
Typ:
18-C-0001
ISO 4210-2
180 kg
Hercules GmbH
Longericher Str. 2
50739 Köln, Germany
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Safety
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3 Safety
3.1 Requirements for the rider
The physical and mental abilities of the rider must be
sufficient for riding on public roads. The legal
guardians hold sole responsibility for determining
whether minors are suitable to use the bicycle.
3.2 Personal protective equipment
We recommend that you wear a suitable safety
helmet. We also recommend that you wear typical,
close-fitting cycling clothing and sturdy footwear.
3.3 Proper use
The bicycle must only be used in perfect, fully
functional condition. National requirements may apply
to the bicycle which differ from the standard
equipment. For riding on public roads, some special
regulations apply in relation to lighting equipment and
other components.
The general laws and the regulations for the
prevention of accidents and environmental protection
in the respective country of use must be adhered to.
Proper use also includes all instructions for actions
and check lists in these operating instructions.
Approved accessories can be installed by specialist
staff.
Each bicycle is assigned to a bicycle type which
determines the proper use.
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