lifelong My Buddy 16T User manual

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My
Buddy 16T
6 MONTHS
WARRANTY

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INTRODUCTION:
Welcome to the Lifelong family.
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on purchasing Lifelong My Buddy 16T Cycle and a warm welcome to the
Lifelong family.
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We hope that this My Buddy 16T Cycle serves you and your family’s needs without any
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Product Brief
2. Security Precautions and Warning
3. Installation Instructions
4. Routine Maintenance and Instruction
PRODUCT STRUCTURE:
1 Saddle
1
2
10
11
3
9
5
6
7
13
14
15
16
17
19
18
20
21
22
23
24
26 27
25
28
8
12
2 Seat Post
3 Seat post clamp
4 Seatstay
5 Seat tube
6 Front derailleur
7 Rear derailleur
8 Front Rim Brake
9 Rear Rim Brake
10 Front rim brake
11 Rear rim brake
12 Cassette
13 Chainstay
14 Chainring
15 Crank arm
16 Rim
17 Spoke
18 Tire
19 Hub
20 Down tube
21 Fork
22 Head Tube
23 Shifter
24 Brake lever
25 Handlebar
26 Stem
27 Headset
28 Top tube

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WHEN RIDING:
SAFE CYCLING AND SAFETY TIPS:
Before you ride your bicycle at any time make sure it is in a safe operating condition.
Particularly check that your: -
• Bicycle’s nuts, bolts and parts are tight and not worn or damaged.
• Riding position is comfortable.
• Brakes are operating effectively.
• Steering is free with no excessive play.
• Wheels run true and hub bearings are correctly adjusted.
• Wheels are properly secured and locked to frame/fork.
• Tyres are in good condition and inflated to correct pressure.
• Pedals are securely tightened to pedal cranks.
•Before riding please note that the righthand brake lever operates the front
brake, and the left lever operates the rear brake.
After you have made any adjustments to your bicycle, check that all nuts, bolts are
securely tightened and cables are free from kinks and fixed securely to the bicycle
frame.
• Be aware of and obey current traffic regulations.
• Know and observe all local laws and rules for bicycles.
• Give clear hand signals in goodtime to warn other road users of your intentions.
• Be aware of vehicles pulling in or out of traffic and for doors being opened on parked cars.
• Always keep both your hands on the handle bars and your feet on the pedals and also sit
correctly on the seat at all times.
• Wear a protective cycling helmet and make sure no loose clothes can catch in your
wheels or chain.
• Take care to ride at a speed to suit the conditions and extra care should be taken when
riding on uneven surfaces, loose sand or gravel. Be alert and avoid potholes, drain covers and
grates or other road hazards.
Every six months (more frequently if high mileage or subject to heavy use)
your bicycle should be professionally checked to ensure that it is in correct and safe
working order. But remember, it is the responsibility of the rider to ensure all parts are
in working order, for your own safety, prior to riding the bike.

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SECURITY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNING:
• Carefully and thoroughly read this manual and follow the instructions.
• Any major service or adjustments on your bicycle should be carried out by a
professional repairer; however, if this service is not available and you wish to make
adjustments yourself, this manual contains important tips on how to do it.
CAUTION: Any adjustments you make are entirely at your own risk.
CAUTION: To use your bicycle for freestyle and stunt riding, competitive events, off-road
use or any similar activities can be dangerous and you are warned that you assume the
risk for personal injury, damages or losses incurred from such use. The Retailer shall not
be liable to the purchaser of the bicycle or to third parties for consequential or special
damages.
• Bicycles are built with a variety of equipment and accessories, and you should
CAUTION: WET WEATHER RIDING:
No brakes work as well under wet or icy conditions as they do under dry conditions. In
wet weather special precautions must be taken to assure safe stopping. Ride slower than
normal and apply your brakes well in advance of anticipated stops.
CAUTION: NIGHT RIDING:
If you intend to ride on public roads, especially in the dark hours you should ensure that
your cycle is equipped with any legally required parts such as reflectors and lights.
Check that the reflectors are firmly secured in their correct position and clean and not
obscured. Damaged reflectors must be replaced immediately.
FORBIDDEN:
• Do not ride on same side of road as oncoming traffic.
• Do not carry a passenger unless cycle is equipped to do so.
• Do not swerve in and out of traffic.
• Do not hang items over the handle bars to impede steering or catch in the front wheel.
• Do not hold on to another vehicle.
• Do not ride too close behind another vehicle.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
INTRODUCTION
• Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product
• Follow instructions completely
• Please read through this entire manual before beginning assembly or maintenance
• If you are not confident with assembling this unit, refer to a local bike shop for help
WARNING: Keep small parts away from children during assembly.
NOTE: All of the directions (right, left, front, rear, etc.) in this manual are as seen by the
rider while seated on the bicycle.
Do not dispose of the carton and packaging until you complete the assembly of the
bicycle. This can prevent accidentally discarding parts of the bicycle.
MAIN PARAMETERS AND PARTS LIST:
Main Technical Parameters
No.
Parameter Name
Description
1
Type
Kids'
Bicycle
2
Frame Material
Steel
3
Frame Size
12 Inches
4
Tyre Size
20 Inches
5
Brake Type
Caliper
6
Suspension
Rigid
7
Speed
Single
Speed
Packing List
No.
Name
Units
Qty
1
Lifelong My Buddy 16T
set
1
2
Assembly Kit (85% Pre-Assembled)
set
1
Assembly Kit List
No.
Name
Qty
1
Allen Key (4mm, 5mm, 6mm)
2
Spanner
1
1 each

TOOLS REQUIRED:
HANDLEBAR AND STEM INSTALLATION:
WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the
“MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the
Locknut (B) (fig 01).
NOTE: Remove plastic Cap (E) from the end of the Stem (1)
QUILL STYLE STEM:
1. Insert the Stem (1) into the fork and point the Stem (1) towards the front of the bike.
2. Tighten the Stem Bolt (C) just enough to hold it in position.
Align the stem (1) with the fork and tighten the stem bolt (C) securely.
WARNING: Do not over tighten the stem bolt. Over tightening the stem bolt can
damage the steering system and cause loss of control.
WARNING: The Front Brake (28) must be positioned in FRONT of the Fork (4).
WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, completely
seat Stem (1) onto Fork Tube (E).
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Multi purpose Spanner Allen Key
9 mm
9 mm
10 mm
10 mm
13 mm
15 mm 15 mm
15 mm
12 mm

4. Squeeze the two Brake arms together (A). Insert the Brake Cable Guide (B) into the
cut-out in the Guide Bracket (C). Make sure the Brake Cable Guide (B) is seated securely in
the Guide Bracket (C) cut-out.
ASSEMBLE THE FRONT WHEEL TO THE FORK:
Loosen the Front Brakes:
1. Squeeze the two Brake arms together (A). Lift out the Brake Cable Guide (B)
from the Guide Bracket (C).
Install the Front Wheel:
2. Set the Front Wheel (3) into the front fork (4) (fig 03). Install wheel retainers (5) making
sure the tabs are in the Fork Retainer Holes (C).
3. Attach the front wheel with the Axle Nuts (6). Tighten Axle Nuts to 21 ft-lbs.
WARNING: Do not use Nuts (6) without serrations to attach the front wheel.
NOTE: Ensure wheel spins freely without contacting fork or fender.
WARNING: Put the wheel in the centre of the fork and tighten both nuts to the recommend-
ed torque of 21 ft.-lbs.
WARNING: Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen while riding.
This can cause injury to the rider or to others.
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RE-ATTACH FRONT BRAKE CABLE:

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To test the tightness of the stem:
• Straddle the front wheel between your legs. Try to turn the front wheel by
turning the handlebar.
• If the handlebar and stem turn without turning the front wheel, realign the
stem with the wheel and tighten the stem bolt(s) tighter than before
(about 1/2 revolution only at a time).
• Do this test again, until the handlebar and stem do not turn without turning the
front wheel.
To test the tightness of the handlebar clamp:
• Hold the bicycle stationary and try to move the ends of the handlebar up and
down. If the handlebar moves, loosen the bolt(s) of the handlebar clamp.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 100 lbs downward force.
• Put the handlebar in the correct position and tighten the bolt(s) of the handlebar
clamp tighter than before. If the handlebar clamp has more than one bolt, tighten
the bolts equally.
• Do this test again, until the handlebar does not move in the handlebar clamp.
TESTING STEM AND HANDLEBAR TIGHTNESS:
Attach Seat to Seat Post:
1. Loosen nuts on seat clamp (A) and rotate Seat (8) into riding position. Put the seat
post (9) fully through the seat clamp (A).
2. Tighten the Seat Clamp so the seat stays on the seat post. If the Seat Clamp has a
nut on each side, tighten both nuts equally. Point the Seat (8) forward and put the
Seat Post (9) into the Seat Tube (B) (figs 07, 08).
CAUTION: If you accidentally drop the seat post into the seat tube, it may be
difficult to remove it.
CAUTION: Operate the Quick Release Lever by hand only. Do not use a hammer or
any other tool to tighten the quick release lever.
You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the “close” position.
If you can easily move the lever to the “close” position, the clamping force is too
light.
WARNING: If the clamping force of the Quick Release Lever is too light, the seat post
can loosen while riding. This can cause injury to the rider or to others.
SEAT INSTALLATION:

PEDAL INSTALLATION:
• Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the Seat Clamp tighter than before.
• Do this test again, until the seat does not move in the Seat Clamp.
• If the Seat Post (9) moves in the Seat Tube (B): Move the Quick Release Lever to the
“open” position, put the seat in the correct position and tighten the Quick Release
Lever tighter than before.
• If necessary, loosen Quick Release Lever, tighten Adjusting Nut and re-tighten
Quick Release Lever.
• Do this test again, until the seat post does not move in the seat tube.
CAUTION: There is a right pedal marked “R” and a left pedal marked “L”.
• The pedal marked “R” has right-hand threads. Tighten it in a clockwise direction.
• The pedal marked “L” has left-hand threads. Tighten it in a counter-clockwise
direction (anti-clockwise).
• Turn the right pedal marked “R” into the right side of the crank arm, and the left pedal
marked “L” into the left side of the crank arm.
Tighten the pedals (fig 09):
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TESTING SEAT CLAMP AND POST CLAMP TIGHTNESS:
TIGHTEN THE QUICK RELEASE LEVER:
3. Open and close the Quick Release Lever with one hand while you turn the
Adjusting Nut (F) with the other hand (fig 08). Tighten or loosen the Adjusting Nut (F)
by hand, so that you first feel resistance to the quick release lever when it perpendicular
to the bicycle frame.
4. Push the Quick Release Lever to the “close” position (fig 08). The tightening torque
of the Quick Release Lever should be tight enough so that the seat does not move
during normal operation.
• Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down.
If the seat moves in the Seat Clamp (A) (fig 06), loosen the Seat Clamp.

ROUTINE INSTRUCTIONS AND MAINTENANCE :
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• Make sure the threads of each pedal are fully into the crank arm. Make sure pedals
are fully tightened with wrench.
NOTE: The recommended torque (tightness) for each pedal is 30 ft.-lbs.
WARNING: Ensure pedals are secure in crank arms so they will not loosen.
Periodically check tightness.
1. Any modification made to the frame, fork, or any other parts can be very unsafe.
Any component which is not approved can put very high stress on your bicycle and
can decrease your control, which may lead to a fall. Do not sand, drill, file, remove
redundant retention devices, install forks or make other modifications. Consult with a
professional before adding any parts to your bicycle for its safety and compatibility.
2. Use of any mechanical devices on your bicycle may subjects it to wear and stress.
Different material or component can react differently to wear or stress. If the life span
of any part of the bicycle which includes frame, fork and components has exceeded,
the part may break and cause you to lose control and fall. Any form of crack, scratch or
change in colour in the high-stress area indicates that life of that component has
reached and should be replaced.
3. If the wheel adjustment device is not correctly adjusted and closed, it can allow the
wheel to be loose or come off which may cause you to fall.
4. Riding your bicycle in an incorrect manner can add to your risk of getting injured:

GENERAL MAINTENANCE:
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a. Jump your bicycle.
b. Ride over sticks, debris, or other obstacles.
c. Do bicycle stunts.
d. Ride in severe off-road terrain.
e. Ride fast, in competition, or “downhill”.
f. Ride in an unusual manner.
These are the examples of misuse that adds stress on each part of your bike which leads to
break of the components and increases your risk of injury.
5. An incorrectly positioned seat post can break the saddle rails or the saddle-clamp bolt,
and cause you to fall. Only clamp the flat portion of the saddle rails in the saddle-clamp.
6. If a seat post is too high it can cause damage to your bicycle, decrease your control, and
cause you to fall. Make sure the minimum-insertion mark that is in the frame.
7. A quick-release or other wheel attachment device which is not correctly adjusted and
closed can let wheel be loose or come off, decrease your control, and cause you to fall.
Make sure the wheels are correctly attached before you ride your bicycle.
WARNING: As with all mechanical components, the bicycle is subjected to wear
and high stresses. Different materials and components may react to wear or stress
fatigue in different ways. If the design life of a component has been exceeded, it
may suddenly fail possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form of crack, scratch or
change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the life of the components
has been reached and it should be repaired or replaced immediately.

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Terms and Conditions:
1.This warranty is void if:
a. The completely filled warranty card is not presented
at the time of servicing the product.
b. The product is not operated according to the
instructions given under the user manual.
C. Damages are caused by lightning, abnormal
voltage, water or other liquid intrusion, fire, flood,
accident, negligence or improper handling.
d. Product has been damaged due to installation,
repairs, alterations or modifications by unauthorized
service organizations or persons.
e. Product label specifying the model number, serial
number and production code has been removed
and altered.
f. Defects or parts requiring replacement due to
ordinary wear and tear, corrosion, rust or stains,
scratches, dents on the casing or paintwork of the
product.
g. Claims damaged and/or missing parts
(accessories) after 7 days from the original date of
goods received.
h. Defects or faults in product which have been used
for commercial/industrial purposes or which have
been rented/leased or have been otherwise subject
to non-household/non-domestic use.
2. Repairs or replacements will be carried out by
authorized service provider.
3. During the limited warranty period, Lifelong or its
authorized service provider will repair without charge
the defective unit inclusive of labor and parts and
restore the unit to its optimum working condition. All
defective parts used for the warranty repair should be
surrendered to Lifelong and/or its authorised servicer.
4. All expenses incurred in collecting the unit (s) or
part(s) thereof from authorised service provider as
will as any other expenses and incidentals will be
borne by the consumer.
5. Lifelong obligations are limited to the repair and
replacement of the defective product. Except as set
forth above, there are no other express or implied
warranty and all warrantied, conditions or other terms
implied by statute or common law (including any
warranty of satisfactory quality, merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose) are excluded to the
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out of the purchase or use of the product regardless of
the type or cause of such damage of the form of
characterization of the claim asserted (e.g. contract or
tort) shall not exceed the original purchase price paid
for the product.
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incidental, indirect or consequential losses or damages
whatsoever (including without limitation, damages for
the loss of revenue, business, profits, goodwill, or
contracts, business interruptions, loss of business
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standing the failure of the essential purpose of any
limited warranty. This limited warranty does not affect
consumer's statutory rights under the law.
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make modifications to this warranty and you should not
reply on any such representation. Lifelong reserves the
right to amend the terms and conditions if necessary.
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