ISLABIKES Rothan User manual

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Rothan
Owner’s manual

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1. Brake levers
2. Brake pads
3. Saddle
4. Seatpost
5. Seatpost clamp
6. Stem
7. Stem bolts
8. Headset
a. Turn handlebars clockwise and align with front wheel
b. Tighten stem clamp bolt max 7Nm
Failure to correctly tighten stem clamp bolt may result
in serious injury or death. If in doubt, please consult our
technical support team on [phone]
or email [e-mail].
9. Headset spacers
10. Headset adjuster bolt
11. Handlebars
12. Rim
13. Spokes
14. Tyres
15. Frame
16. Fork
Step 1 of 2
Handlebar set up
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Step 2 of 2
Adjust saddle height
a. Loosen seatpost clamp
b. Move to desired height
c. Tighten clockwise max 4Nm
Seatposts are clearly marked with minimum insertion mark.
Please do not raise saddle above this line.
Set the Rothan saddle height so that the riders feet are at on the ground
with a small bend in the knee.
Tighten

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Safety rst
Before you head o please read our advice for safe scooting. If you are
the responsible adult, parent or guardian we recommend the following
precautions.
Ensure that a helmet is adjusted correctly in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Ensure your child is wearing sturdy footwear.
Ensure that your child familiarises themselves with their new
bicycle in a safe environment.
We pride ourselves on light action brakes. Check your child can
come to a stop safely using the brakes. Walk beside them and
assist them in pulling the brake to allow them to feel its
responsiveness.
Your Islabike is set up so the left brake operates the rear.
Be aware braking performance and grip will be drastically reduced
in wet conditions.
Avoid scooting by any busy streets or highways.
Always observe national legal requirements if riding on public
roads. We don’t recommend your child riding at night. If you
are cycling in any other countries or in the EU, please check
national guidelines.
Tumbles are an inevitable part of riding a bike and sometimes the
bike can get damaged. It is very important that a bike is inspected
if an accident occurs. Here are some things to look out for:
1. Handlebar ends becoming exposed from repeated contact with
the ground or heavy fall. Never let a child ride a bike with an
unplugged handlebar end.
2. Rear brake damage can occur in a crash or thorough wear and
tear. Please regularly check that the rear brake cable is securely
fastened with the supplied ties to ensure they do not spring
loose and scratch your child’s legs.

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Usage guidelines
Your Rothan has been designed to be ridden by children away
from motorised vehicles on smooth paved or grassy areas.
Although we test our bikes beyond their intended weight and
usage, the maximum safe combined rider and luggage weight
limits are as follows:
• Rothan = 20Kg
It is not possible to make a bike that is never going to be damaged
in an accident. If your child uses their bike beyond its limitations,
there is a high risk of failure which could result in serious injury
or death. Bikes that are used competitively should be subject to
more frequent and rigorous checks. Take particular care to check
the frame tube junctions and welds as well as all the components
for damage or excessive wear. If in any doubt, please contact
our technical support team on [phone] or email
[e-mail]. Alternatively take it to a qualied
cycle mechanic for inspection.
Guarantee
Your Islabike comes with a 5-year guarantee on frame and forks and a 2-year
guarantee on parts. This covers faulty manufacturing, but not normal wear
and tear. This guarantee only applies to the original purchaser of the bike.
Your statutory rights are not aected by the guarantee.
Our clearance bikes have the following guarantees, these apply to the
original purchaser and are only valid within the UK.
Ex-display / Demo: 5-years frame and forks / 2-year parts
Second hand: 12-months frame and forks
As with all mechanical components, the bicycle is subject to
wear and stress. Materials and components may react to wear
or stress fatigue in dierent ways. If the design life of a component
has been exceeded it may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries
to the rider. Cracks, scratches or a change of colour could indicate
that the design life of the component has been reached and it
should be replaced. Extra care should be taken when
inspecting parts that are subject to high levels of stress.
Our bikes are not guaranteed for racing in sanctioned or
competitive events. The use of a bicycle in hazardous conditions
including changeable and uneven surfaces can put high,
unpredictable loads on the bicycle and its components. Lack of
rider skill and experience can further increase these loads leading
to the possibility of serious damage to the bicycle and/or injury to
the rider. If you choose to participate in these events then please
carry out more frequent and thorough maintenance and checks,
including regularly inspecting the frame, fork, stem, cranks and
handlebars for signs of damage. Discontinue use immediately if
anything untoward is spotted and contact our technical support
team on [phone] or email [e-mail].

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Maintenance
Keeping your bike clean and maintained comes with many benets. Not
only will your Islabike perform better but it will be safer, last longer and look
great. To do this we have listed some regular checks to help you along the
way. Of course, if you are unsure of anything we strongly recommend you
seek professional advice or contact our technical support team
on [phone] or email [e-mail].
Firstly, moving parts on your cycle will need lubricating from time to
time. Weather conditions are generally the biggest factor that determine
frequency of maintenance and lubrication. However, it is also heavily
dependent on the frequency, type and duration of riding.
Component Lubricant Frequency
Brake cables Oil Weekly or after washing / rain
Wheel bearings Grease 6 months
Headset n/a Sealed bearings
Brakes
Considered one of the most important safety features of your Islabike. It is
a good habit to check the brakes on a regular basis. This should be done
depending on the type, frequency or duration of riding. If your bike has not
been used for a period of time we recommend a quick check before riding.
Give the brakes a few pulls to check they are working - If the brakes
feel smooth and the brake levers are not moving all the way back to the
handlebar this is a good sign. If the brakes contact the handlebar or are
dicult to operate please view
http://www.islabikes.co.uk/info-hub/how-to-check-your-brakes-video.
Check pads contact the rim correctly when braking - Pull on one
brake at a time and check the brake pads touch the rims nice and evenly.
If the pads are not contacting the rims, are uneven or touching the tyre
please contact our technical support team on [phone]
or email [e-mail].
Check pads are not fouling the rim - Lift the front of the bike o the
ground with the handlebars and give the front wheel a spin. If the wheel
spins freely your brakes are not fouling. Repeat the process for the rear
ensuring you spin the wheel forwards and your child does not put his/
her hands in the wheel. If for any reason the wheels do not spin please
contact our technical support team on [phone]
or email [e-mail].
Check pads are not worn out - Brake pads do not last forever.
Eventually they will need replacing. Again, this will depend on the type,
frequency and duration of riding. Our brake pads come with a wear
indicator line. If your brakes are now worn down to this line you should
consider replacing your brake pads. If you cannot nd the line, please
replace immediately by ordering on our website www.islabikes.co.uk.

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Wheels
Rim wear - Routinely check your bicycle rims for any wear. Our bikes have
an indicator line that runs the circumference of the rim. When this becomes
ush with the rest of the rim or disappears it is time to replace the wheel.
For new wheels contact our customer service team on [phone].
Rim trueness - Depending on the type of riding your child does, your
bike’s wheels may become untrue or damaged when riding. This means
they will not spin straight and will wobble. If for any reason they are untrue
our wheels can be easily repaired. Please contact our technical support
team on [phone] or email [e-mail].
Hubs - Your hubs are tted with cup and cone bearings. Although they
are sealed water and grit can enter your hubs and cause premature
wear. To prolong the life and keep them running smooth and ecient. We
recommend annual maintenance and re-greasing of hub bearings.
Tyres and Tubes
Tyre wear - Regularly check tyres for general wear and tear. Overtime
your tyres will become more worn and can become more susceptible
to punctures.
Tyre pressure - Regularly check your Islabike tyre pressure as they
slowly go down over time. To check, simply push your thumb hard onto
the tyre or use a pressure gauge tted to most quality bicycle track
pumps. If you can touch the rim this probably needs some more air.
You should not exceed the maximum tyre pressure printed on the
sidewall of the tyre. We recommend approx. 70% of the maximum
tyre pressure illustrated on your tyre. To inate presta valves you
must rst open the valve by unscrewing and tapping the valve end
to relieve it if stuck. Inate to correct pressure and then carefully
re-tighten to close the valve.
Use our guide to inate your tyres, http://www.islabikes.co.uk/info-hub/
how-to-inate-your-tyres-video.
Valve closed Valve open
Wear
indicator

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Recommended torque settings
All stem bolts 7Nm
Seatpost collar bolt 4Nm
Wheel bolts 8Nm
Brake pads 6Nm
Brake cable pinch bolt 6Nm
Brake arm xing bolts 6Nm
Spares and replacement parts
We carry stock of replacement parts for your Islabike including inner tubes,
tyres and grips. Please visit our website for a list of readily available spares
or contact us on [phone] or email [e-mail].
We only recommend using genuine parts for safety critical components
e.g. brake cables, brake blocks and bolts.
If you can’t nd what you are looking for or are unsure of any compatibility
for older models, please contact our technical support team by phone
or email.
[e-mail]
[phone]
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Frame number
Please make a record of your frame number. This is a combination of
letters and numbers unique to your bike stamped to the underside of the
frame. This is required by police and insurance companies in case of loss.
Frame
number

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