Schwinn Meridian User manual

MERIDIAN OWNER'S MANUAL
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR TRICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL
HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
To register your bike visit www.schwinnbikes.com/registerbike
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Contents
1 Introduction
Safety Signal Words ..................2
2 Safety
User Responsibility...................2
Protective Gear and Clothing . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Riding Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Wet Weather........................4
Night Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Parts...............................6
4 Assembly...........................8
Getting Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Initial Set-up - Attach the Handlebars.....9
Attach the Rear Frame ...............11
Attach the Secondary Chain...........12
Attach the Rear Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Attach the Front Fender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Attach the Front Wheel...............17
Assemble the Front Brake ............18
Rear Brake Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Brake Locking Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Attach the Rear Fenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Assemble the Wire Basket ............29
Attach the Wire Basket ...............30
Attach the Saddle ...................31
Attach the Pedals ...................32
Adjust the Handlebar ................33
Adjust the Seat .....................34
5 Use...............................35
Pre-Ride Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting.....40
Parts Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Hub Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
 InatingtheTireTube ................45
 RepairingaFlatTire .................46
7 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8 Purchase Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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This manual contains important information
regarding safety, assembly, use, and maintenance
of the tricycle but is not intended to be a complete or
comprehensive manual covering all aspects concerning
bicycle ownership. We recommend consulting a bicycle
specialist if you have any doubts or concerns regarding
your experience or ability to properly assemble and
maintain the tricycle.
Our customer service department is dedicated to your
satisfactionwithPacicCycleanditsproducts.Ifyou
have questions or need advice regarding assembly,
parts, performance, or returns, please contact the
expertsatPacicCycle.
Enjoy the ride.
Toll free: 1-800-626-2811.
Customer Service hours: 8 AM- 5 PM (Central
StandardTime,CST)MondaythruFriday.
You may also reach us at:
Web: www.schwinnbikes.com
Email:customerservice@pacic-cycle.com
Mail:PacicCycle
PO Box 344
Olney, IL 62450
Do not return this item to the store. Please call
Pacic Cycle customer service if you need
assistance.
Introduction
1
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Safety
2
Safety Signal Words
Thefollowingsafetysignalwordsindicateasafety
message.Thesymbolalertsyoutopotentialhazards.
Failure to follow the warning may result in damage to
property, injury, or death.
!WARNING!
Indicates a hazard or unsafe practice that will result in
severe injury or death.
Failure to read, understand and follow the safety
information in this manual may result in serious injury
or death.
!CAUTION!
Indicates a hazard or unsafe practice that could result
in minor injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a hazard unrelated to personal injury, such as
property damage.
User Responsibility
• All persons assembling, using, and maintaining
the tricycle must read and understand the safety
warnings and operating instructions in this manual
before using the tricycle.
• It is the responsibility of the user, or in the case of
a child rider, an adult, to ensure the tricycle is in
proper operating condition before each use.
See the Safety Checklist in the Use section of
this manual.
• A responsible adult must supervise the use of the
tricycle by a child. You must ensure:
•Thechildiswearingtheproperprotective
attire and approved bicycle helmet.
•Thechildisseatedsecurelyandthetricycle
isproperlyttedtothechild.
 •Thechildunderstandsapplicablelawsand
common sense rules of safe responsible
bicycling.
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Protective Gear and Clothing
Always wear proper attire when riding the tricycle, you
should wear:
• Colors that are easily seen and, if possible,
reectiveclothing.
• Clothing appropriate for the weather conditions.
• Use of protective gear such as pads for the knees
and elbows is highly recommended for children.
• Aproperlytted,ASTMorSNELLapproved,
bicycle helmet shall be worn at all times by riders
of the tricycle. For information regarding how to
properlytahelmetvisit:http://www.nhtsa.gov/
people/injury/pedbimot/bike/easystepsweb
Note: Some states have helmet laws regarding
children. Always follow local or state regulations
regarding helmet use.
Do not wear:
• Loose clothing parts, strings or jewelry that may
become entangled with moving parts on the
tricycle or interfere with handling of the tricycle.
• Pants with loose pant legs. If necessary, always
tuck pant legs into a sock or use a leg band to
avoid the clothing becoming caught in the
drive chain.
• Shoes with untied shoe laces.
Use of Reector and Lights
• Federal regulations require every bicycle over
16” to be equipped with front and rear wheel
reectorsaswellaspedalreectors.
• Statesmayrequirespecicsafetydevices.
Always follow state or local regulations regarding
required safety devices.
• Alwayscheckthereectorsareinplacebefore
using the tricycle.
• Tohelpenhanceyourvisibilitytoautomobile
drivers use front and rear lights.
Riding Safety
• Familiarizeyourselfwithallthetricycle’sfeatures
before riding. Practice gear shifts, braking, and
the use of toe clips and straps, if installed.
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• Always ride defensively in a predictable, straight
line.Neverrideagainsttrafc.
• Concentrate on the path ahead. Avoid pot holes,
gravel, wet road markings, oil, curbs, speed
bumps, drain grates and other obstacles.
• Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk
your bicycle across.
• Expecttheunexpected(e.g.openingcardoorsor
carsbackingoutofconcealeddriveways).
• Takeextracareatintersectionsandwhen
preparing to pass other vehicles.
• Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all
other riders, vehicles and objects. Safe braking
distances and forces are subject to the prevailing
weather conditions. Do not lock up the brakes.
Whenbraking,alwaysapplytherearbrakerst,
thenthefront.Thefrontbrakeismorepowerful
and if it is not correctly applied, you may lose
control and fall.
• Always use the correct hand signals to indicate
turning or stopping.
• Obeythetrafclaws(e.g.stoppingataredlight
orstopsign,givingwaytopedestrians).
• Wearproperridingattire,reectiveifpossible,
and avoid open toe shoes.
• Avoid wearing loose pants. If you are wearing
loose pants, tuck the pant leg into a sock or use
leg clips/elastic bands to prevent them from being
caught in the drive chain.
• Don’tuseitemsthatmayrestrictyourhearing.
• Don’tcarrypackagesorpassengersthat
will interfere with your visibility or control of
the tricycle.
Wet Weather
• Be aware of road conditions. Pot holes and
slippery surfaces such as line markings and train
tracks all become more hazardous when wet.
• Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden
braking and sharp turns.
• Braking will require additional distance. Initiate
braking slowly and earlier than usual.
• Wearreectiveclothingandusesafetylightsfor
increased visibility.
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Night Riding
• Riding at night is not recommended. Check with
local law or regulations regarding the use of lights
for night riding.
• Ensurebicycleisequippedwithafullsetof
correctlypositionedandcleanreectors.
• Use a white light on the front and a red light
ontherear.Ifpossible,uselightswithashing
capability. Flashing lights enhance visibility.
• If using battery powered lights, make sure
batteries are well charged.
• Wearreectiveandlightcoloredclothing.
• Slow down and use familiar roads with
street lighting.
• Ride at night only if necessary.
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Before assembly check and see that all the parts are included. If parts are missing or damaged call customer
service toll free at 1-800-626-2811.
Parts
3
secondary chain
front wheel
handlebar
pedals(2)
rear frame
rearfenders(2)
rearwheels(2)
main frame
rear brake
rear brake lever
front brake lever
front fender
wire basket
saddle
seat stem
plastic wheel
caps(2)
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Hardware
4
Frame Assembly Hardware
Handlebar Hardware
4 nuts 4 washers
stem wedge cap
Secondary Chain Hardware
secondary chain
2 master links
Rear Wheel Axle Hardware
2 plastic caps 2 nuts 2 washers
Front Wheel Axle Hardware
2 nuts
Basket Hardware
4 washers
4 bolts
Rear Fender Hardware
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!WARNING!
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Assembly
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Improperly assembly of the tricycle may result in
unexpected product performance and serious injury
or death. Assemble the tricycle according to the
instructions in this manual or have a professional
bicycle mechanic assemble the tricycle.
Getting Organized
(Two-Person Assembly Required)
Thefollowingtoolsanditemsareneededforassembly:
• Phillipsheadscrewdriver(minimumfourinchshaft)
• 5 mm, 6 mm Allen keys
• Adjustable wrench or 10 mm, 15 mm, and 17 mm
open and box end wrenches
• Needle nose pliers with cable cutting ability
• Grease(Automotiveoranti-slipcoppergrease)
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Initial Set-up - Attach the Handlebars
Parts: Handlebar, main frame
Hardware:Thestemwedgeboltandbinderboltcome
attached to the handlebar. Stem wedge bolt cap.
Tools: 6 mm allen wrench, grease
1. Position fork so the front brake is facing the front of
the bike. Make sure the brake cables are not tangled
or twisted. Refer to photo on Page 10.
2. Remove the cap covering the stem wedge bolt.
3. Apply a light layer of grease to the stem and
frame head tube.
4. Insert the stem of the handlebar into the frame
head tube until the Minimum Insertion mark is not
visible. If necessary, unscrew the stem wedge bolt
until there is play in the stem wedge.
NOTICE
Thestemmaybreakordamagemayoccurifthestem
is not inserted the minimum amount. Insert the stem
until the Minimum Insertion mark is not visible.
5. Rotate the handle bar so it is square with the fork.
6. Tightenthestemwedgebolttolockthestem
in place.
7. Replace the cap onto the stem wedge bolt.
8. Loosen the handlebar binder bolt and rotate the
handlebar into the riding position.
9. Using the 6 mm allen wrench, tighten the handlebar
binder bolt until the handlebar is locked in place.
9. Turnthetricycleassemblyoversoitrestsonthe
handlebar and main frame.
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binder bolt
stem wedge bolt
main frame
1
2
3
4
5
8
Stem
Minimum
insertion mark
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Attach the Rear Frame
Parts: rear frame, main frame
Hardware: 4 nuts, 4 square bolts, 4
washers, come attached to the
frame. Remove the nuts and
washers only.
Tools: None required.
1. Attach the rear frame to the main
frame of the tricycle. Slide the
U-shaped slot at the end of the rear
frame onto the bolts next to the chain
on the main frame. At the same time
align the L-shaped slots of the rear
frame with the bolts at the rear of the
main frame.
2. Slide a washer over the end of a bolt
and fasten a nut to the end of the bolt.
Note: Do not tighten the nuts at this
time.Thiswillbedoneafterthe
secondary chain is attached.
3. Repeat step 2 on the remaining bolts.
front
sprocket
rear frame slots
rear sprocket
main frame bolts
3
2
Side view of frame alignment
1
Rear and main frame attached
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Attach the Secondary Chain
Parts: secondary chain, frame assembly
Hardware: 2 master links
Tools: 17 mm open and box end wrench.
1. Wrap the secondary chain around the front sprocket
on the rear hub and rear sprocket on the rear axle.
2. Adjust the position of the rear frame until the ends of
the secondary chain meet each other, leaving one
chain link length space in between the ends.
3. Toconnectthetwoendsofthechain:
a. Insert the post of a master link through the
hole on the end of the secondary chain link.
b. Insert the post of the other master link through
the opposite end of the secondary chain, and
on the opposite side of the chain.
c. Pull the chain so the posts are inserted into
the smaller hole of the master chain.
4. Pull the rear frame back so the secondary chain is
taut and there is less than 5 mm of play up or down.
Important! Be sure the rear frame is perpendicular
to main frame. Failure to square the frames will affect
performance of the tricycle.
5. Firmly tighten the four bolts holding the rear frame to
themainframe.Tightennutsto240in-lbs.
front
sprocket
rear
sprocket
b
5
2
Have a second
person pulling the
chain taut while
tightening the bolts.
Tip!
3
4
a
1
c
Front view of chain
Post inserted into link
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!WARNING!
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Attach the Rear Wheels
Failure to properly tighten the nuts holding the wheels
onto the tricycle may result in poor riding performance,
the tire falling off and serious injury or death. Always
be sure the wheels are securely attached to the frame
before using the tricycle.
Parts: Drive wheel, non-drive wheel
Hardware: 2 plastic caps, 2 locknuts, 2 washers.
The locknuts come attached to the axle.
Remove the locknuts before you begin this
procedure.
Tools: 17 mm open and box end wrench
See the facing page for diagrams of the following steps.
1. Placethedrivewheel(withahalf-moonopening)on
the axle.
2. Place the washer on the axle.
3. Place the locknut on the axle and tighten securely.
Note:Thedrive
wheel hub has
a half-moon
opening that
matches the
half-moon axle.
4. Screw the plastic caps on each end of the axles.
5. Toattachthenon-drivewheelrepeatsteps1-4.
Note:Topreventtheaxlefromturningwhile
attaching the non-drive wheel, it is important to hold
the drive wheel while tightening the locknut on the
non-drive wheel.
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1
2
3
5
4
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Attach the Front Fender
Parts: Front fender, main frame
Hardware: washer, long screw, small screw,
Tools: Phillips head screwdriver or 10mm hex wrench
See the facing page for diagrams of the following steps.
1. Removetheforkprotector(notshown).
2. Lift the brake noodle and cable out of the
brake carrier.
3. Remove the fender hardware from the fork
(bolt,washer).
4. Position the front fender so the attachment bar is
on the inside of the main frame, and aligns with the
threaded screw hole of the fork.
brake
noodle
brake
carrier
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5. Place a washer on the large screw and slide it
through the fender attachment bar, and into the
threaded hole in the fork.
6. Align the fender braces with the small hole on the
ends of the fork.
7. Loosely screw the fender braces to the fork.
Note:Thefenderwillbepositionedandrmlyfastened
after the front tire is attached.
Decal should be
on the outside of
the frame.
Tip!
4
5
3
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!WARNING!
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Attach the Front Wheel
Failure to properly tighten the nuts holding the wheels
onto the tricycle may result in poor riding performance,
the tire falling off and serious injury or death. Be sure
the wheels are securely attached to the frame before
using the tricycle.
Parts: Front wheel, main frame assembly
Hardware: 2 large nuts, 2 washers
Tools: 15 mm open and box end wrench,
Adjustable Pliers
1. Loosen nuts on the front wheel axle.
2. Place the front wheel axle in the fork drop-outs,
making sure the wheel is centered.
3. Tightennutsto240in-lbs.
4. Tightenfenderhardware,makingsurethetiredoes
not rub on the fender.
Before proceeding to the next step,
lift and rotate the tricycle.
32
1
Tip!
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