Rennrad 14 User manual

MOBILITY FOR KIDS AND YOUNGSTERS
Owner’s manual

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Owner’s manual
Congratulate on purchasing the Rennrad 2-in-1 Run Bike. This
owner’s manual contains all the main information you need to
handle the Rennrad safely as well as information on how to
service this high quality product. Please keep this manual.
Before you start：
Please read these instructions carefully before you use your
Rennrad for the first time. You should not allow the child to use
the bike until you, the parent or guardian, have read and
understood the owner’s manual.
Warranty：
You will find important information on the terms of warranty on
page 34. Take the original proof of purchase to your dealer so
that you can make a claim under the warranty.
Manufacturer：
Ming Cycle Industrial Co., Ltd.
ADD：No.50, Ln. 462, Guangxing Rd., Taiping Dist., Taichung City
411, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

Contents
1 The Rennrad at a Glance........................................................... 4
2 Pack contents/Delivery............................................................... 6
3 Symbols in the owner’s manual ................................................. 6
4 Important Information............................................................... 7
4.1 Parent’s /supervisor’s responsibility.............................. 7
4.2 How should you and your child use the Rennrad?...... 8
4.3 The safety of your child................................................ 8
5 First Use .................................................................................... 10
5.1 General............................................................................. 10
5.2 Fitting the front wheel................................................. 11
5.3 Handlebar and safety pad............................................ 12
5.4 Front wheel brake.......................................................... 13
5.5 To adjust the saddle height ........................................ 17
6 Before every ride ..................................................................... 20
7 Adjust Handlebar and stem .................................................... 20
8 Fitting the pedals...................................................................... 23
9 Fitting the drive unit................................................................ 23
9.1 How to assembling kickstand (Rennrad 14’’) ............. 33
9.2 How to assembling kickstand (Rennrad 18’’) ............. 36
10 Maintenance ............................................................................. 39
11 Warranty for defects............................................................ 40

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1 The Rennrad at a Glance
The Rennrad is a quality product that was especially developed
to meet the needs of youngsters. Children above the age of 2.5yr
can use the Rennrad as a running bike in the initial phase. Later
the Rennrad can be converted into a proper children bike by
installing the drive unit.
Rennrad –as a running bike
Rennrad –as a conventional bike

Overview
Legend
1 Rear wheel
2 Saddle
3 Frame pad
4 Handlebar and stem
5 Brake lever
6 Front wheel brake
7 Front wheel
8 Fork
9 Handlebar pad
10 Frame
11 Pedals
12 Drive unit
13 Chain guard
14 Chain
15 Kickstand (For 14’’,16’’&18’’)
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2 Pack contents/Delivery
Your Rennrad is not fully assembled when it is delivered. You’ll
receive the following components in the box：
1 Rennrad (partly assembled)
1 front wheel
1 multi-function tool
1 drive unit with mounting screws
1 chain guard with Philips screw
1 chain
2 pedals
1 owner’s manual
Allen keys
For details about how to assemble your Rennrad, please see
section ‘‘First use’’.
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3 Symbols in the owner’s manual
Incorrect operation of your Rennrad, inadequate service and care
of abuse might cause damage to the bike and lead to accidents.
We point out these possible risks by the following symbols in the
texts.
This symbol denotes a possible danger to the life or
health of your child if you fail to follow the instructions or if you
fail to take the necessary precautions.
This symbol provides information on how to handle the
product, emphasizing the parts of the instruction manual that
should be studied in detail.
4 Important Information
4.1 Parent’s /supervisor’s responsibility
Rennrad must be assembled by adults. If the Rennrad is used
incorrectly, there is little danger. Please remember, however, that
the natural playfulness and temperament of children may result
in unforeseeable and dangerous situations, for which the
manufacturer cannot be held responsible. Therefore, please
instruct the child how to use the Rennrad correctly and make
him/her aware of possible dangers.

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4.2 How should you and your child use the
Rennrad?
The Rennrad has been exclusively developed for use in
nurseries, playrooms, playgrounds and footpaths.
Your children’s bike does not meet all the requirements of
the German Road Traffic Authorisation Order (StVZO).
Please familiarise yourself with the Road Traffic Regulations
in your country.
When your child has mastered the running bike, you can
convert it into a ‘‘proper’’ children bike with a little
technical skill in a matter of minutes.
Your child will naturally master the wonderful world of
cycling and balancing on the Rennrad by him/herself.
4.3 The safety of your child
The Rennrad must not be used on public roads. The Rennrad
should only be used under the supervision of an adult.
Please note the following points for the safety of your child：
Before you allow your child to ride the Rennrad, you, the
parent or guardian, must have read an understood the
owner’s manual.
The maximum load for the Rennrad is 60 kg.

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Only allow your child to ride the Rennrad whilst wearing a
bicycle helmet.
Teach your child how to use the Rennrad safely, such as
balancing, steering and braking. Help your child until you
find that he or she can ride and stop safely on his/her own.
In adverse weather conditions, such as rain, snow or ice,
your child should not use the Rennrad outdoors. These
weather conditions will make the ground slippery and your
child may slip, fall, and injure himself/herself. This also
applies to riding or braking too hard on a smooth surface.
The Rennrad must not be used on public roads.
Children under the age of 2.5yr must not use the Rennrad.
Your child must be able to touch the ground easily with
both feet.
Check that the front brake works correctly at regular
intervals.
Ensure that your child does not ride without his/her hands
on the handlebar. Riding with no hands can result in serious
accidents.
Ensure that your child wears close-fitting clothing when
riding the Rennrad. Your child should wear bright clothing
and reflectors.

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Rennrad cannot be assembled any carriers and childseats.
For children’s safety, reflector and bell must be assembled
and confirms to laws and regulation for each country.
5 First Use
Follow the instructions below to assemble your Rennrad fully
and ensure that it is safe to use. If you are not confident in your
ability to carry out this work, contact a bicycle dealer.
5.1 General
Remove all protective caps and protective covers.
Before your child uses the Rennrad, check that all the screws and
nuts are secure.
Fit the handlebar and straighten it so that it is at a right angle to
the front wheel and tighten the stem properly.
Adjust the front wheel brake and check the function of the brake
carefully before you allow your child to ride the bike.
To ensure that your child can take up a safe and comfortable
riding position, the saddle can be adjusted individually.
On page 23, you find the instructions of how to fit the pedals and
drive unit.

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5.2 Fitting the front wheel
1. Undo the two nuts on the front wheel hub.
2. Fit the front wheel into the fork mounting.
3. Fit the locking washers into the openings provided for them on
the fork.

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4. Tighten the two nuts and check that the spacing between the
front wheel and the fork is the same on both sides. (Tightening
torque 15-20 Nm)
Danger！
If the front wheel is not properly secured, your child may fall and
injure him/herself.
5.3 Handlebar and safety pad
To fit the handlebar：
1. Place the handlebar in the mounting.
2. Adjust the required handlebar height. Note the ‘‘min.
Insertion’’ marking on the tube. The minimum insertion line
must not be visible above the clamp.
3. Straighten the handlebar so that it is at a right angle to the
front wheel.

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4. Tighten the Allen screw. (Tightening torque 15-20 Nm)
Danger！
If the stem is not properly secured, your child may fall and injure
him/herself. The minimum insertion line must not be visible
above the clamp.
To secure the safety pad:
The Rennrad is supplied with a handlebar pad. After you have
fitted the handlebar, fit the pad using its two zippers.
5.4 Front wheel brake
The front wheel brake is already mounted to the frame of the
Rennrad at the factory. It will only take you a few minutes to
complete the installation of the brake.

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Danger！
Please make sure your child familiar with the function and effect
of brake on Rennrad in order to prevent accidents.
To attach the brake cable：
1 Remove the brake cable from the mounting of the
Front wheel brake.
2 Attach the nipple at the end of the brake cable to the brake
grip by sliding it into the matching groove.

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3 Attach the brake cable to the mounting on the brake grip.
4 Reattach the brake cable to the mounting on the front wheel
brake.

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Adjust the reach of the brake lever：
The front wheel brake is fitted with a child-friendly brake lever.
The reach of the brake lever can be adjusted individually to the
hand size of your child using an adjusting screw.
Check the following points with your child before
every ride：
The brake lever must move easily.
The distance between the brake lever and the handlebar
grip (reach) must be adjusted screw is shown in the picture
below.
Turning the adjusting screw clockwise reduces the distance
of the brake lever form the handlebar grip. The reach is set
correctly when your child’s hand can easily put two
fingertips around the brake lever and can pull on the brake
with normal force.

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Danger！
It must not be possible to pull the brake lever all the way to the
handlebar grip without the brake exerting the maximum brake
force. Check the brake function every time you adjust the reach.
In case of weak brake power, the brake must be
readjusted and/or the brake pads must be replaced. Please
contact your bicycle dealer for help.
5.5 To adjust the saddle height
Without the drive unit fitted：
If the drive unit is not fitted, the saddle is at the correct
height if your child can reach the floor easily with both
feet.
Danger!
Leave the saddle in its lowest position until your child has got
used to the Rennrad.
With the drive unit fitted：
With the drive unit fitted, the saddle is at the correct
height if the heels of your child rest easily on the pedal (at
its lowest point). Your child’s leg should be slightly bent.

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1 Undo the Allen bolt to open the seat clamp. Adjust the seat
post to the required height.
2 Tighten the Allen bolt again to close the seat clamp.
(Tightening torque 10 Nm)
Danger！
Please note the minimum insertion depth of the saddle tube. It is
marked by an engraved line ‘‘min. Insertion’’. Failure to comply
with the minimum insertion depth may cause the saddle tube to
break and result in the rider falling off. The minimum insertion
line must not be visible above the clamp.
When the drive unit is fitted, the saddle can no longer be
moved to its lowest position. As your child grows your will have
to adjust the saddle height at regular intervals.

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5.6 To adjust the saddle position
1 Undo the four hexagonal screws under the seat. You do not
need to remove the protective caps.
2 Adjust the saddle to the required horizontal position.
3 Tighten the hexagonal screws (tightening torque 15 Nm)
The adjustment instructions are intended to help you find
a good seat position for your child. You should adjust the seat
position so that your child feels comfortable on the bike.

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6 Before every ride
Before every ride, check that the front and rear wheel brakes
(rear wheel brake only if the drive unit is fitted) work correctly,
that the saddle, handlebar, stem, and wheels are secure. Also
check the condition and pressure of the tires. Failure to do so
may cause damage to the bike and/or the health of your child.
7 Adjust Handlebar and stem
The height and angle of the handlebar can be adjusted. To
find the correct position, let your child sit on the Rennrad with a
straight back gripping the handlebar with both hands and stretch
his/her arms.
To align the handlebar
1 Undo the Hexagon bolt.