Toxy CL User manual

Owner`s Manual
.....Recumbent bike series* Toxy
1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................1
2. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. .....................................................................................................2
Purpose of your recumbent......................................................................................................................2
Prohibited Use..........................................................................................................................................2
Legal provisions for use in road traffic .....................................................................................................2
3. ADJUSTING YOUR BIKE..........................................................................................................................6
Assembly instructions after delivery.........................................................................................................9
Folding instructionsfor Toxy folding frames...........................................................................................10
Unfold....................................................................................................................................................12
4. BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE..................................................................................................................13
5. YOUR FIRST RIDE..................................................................................................................................14
6. USING YOUR TOXY................................................................................................................................15
Luggage transportation at your Toxy.....................................................................................................15
Transporting the rcumbent bike.............................................................................................................16
Fairings on the recumbent bike.............................................................................................................17
7. OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................20
Recommended tightening torques (in Nm)............................................................................................28
Service and maintenance intervals........................................................................................................29
8. GUARANTEE CONDITIONS...................................................................................................................30
9. ATTACHMENTS.....................................................................................................................................31
Service-reports:......................................................................................................................................31
Warranty card.........................................................................................................................................33
* ValidformodelsToxy-CL,Toxy-CR, Toxy-LT, Toxy-TT and Toxy Flite (printed 10/2019).).
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Toxy Liegerad GmbH •Bokeler Str. 3 •D- 25563 Wrist / Holstein
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1. Introduction
Dear Customer,
Purchasing your Toxy recumbent bike, you have decided cycling its most relaxing and
comfortable way. We are sure that you will enjoy it when commuting, travelling and for
recreational purposes.
However, before you make yourself comfortable in the seat of your new recumbent for
the first time, it is necessary to read these operating instructions carefully. In addition to
important safety and maintenance information, it also contains useful recommendations
for optimal, individual tuning of your bike. You will also receive interesting information
about the wide range of accessory options and their possible purposes. You should
therefore keep these operating instructions safe as a permanent reference and service
manual.
This not only ensures that the bike will work reliably for many years and that it will retain
its value, but you will also have the option of adapting your Toxy according to your future
requirements and purposes.
These operating instructions correspond to the development status at the time of printing.
If you find any information incomprehensible or inaccurate, please contact us or your
Toxy dealer immediately so that you can handle your recumbent bike safely and we can
adapt the operating instructions accordingly if necessary.
The original instructions of suppliers enclosed, such as for gearshift, brakes, front & rear
suspension, light system and pedelec motor system as well as other
manufacturers`components belong to this manual. The operation and maintenance of
these components are explained in these instructions in detail. Please read all these
component manufacturers` instructions as carefully. Also pass all instructions to any
other user of your bike.
Current information and offers are available from your specialist dealer or on the Internet
at www.toxy.de. Our Toxy online shop offers you a uniquely detailed and illustrated
overview of all accessories and equipment components.
Do not start any ride without having carried out the "Checks before every ride" (pls. see
service and maintenance schedule) and have all inspections carried out regularly by your
bicycle workshop and confirmed in this owner's manual.
For any questions, please contact your bike specialist workshop immediately or contact
us directly. Your bicycle dealer has the necessary experience and all the appropriate
tools to carry out all maintenance and service work on your Toxy safely.
With all this in mind, we wish you a lot of joy with your new recumbent bike and a
comfortable and safe ride at all times!
And if you are satisfied with us and our products, please recommend us to others.
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2. Your safety (General safety instructions)
Purpose of use
The Toxy recumbent bike is a single-track bicycle for one person (also with an additional
electric drive). It is intended for use on roads and paved paths.
Prohibited use
Use for competition purposes, in rough terrain and for artistic exercises such as jumps,
freehand driving or driving over stairs and curbs isnot permitted. It is also not permittedto carry
people on seats that arenot expressly approvedfor thispurpose, to transport animals, totake
loads that are unsecured, insufficiently secured, overhanging or restricting the driver, and to
exceedthe permissible total weight of 150kg (125kg forfolding frames). In cause of misuse,
assemblyerrors or intent,we reject any guarantee and liabilityfor damage. Components
damaged or potentially damaged by afall,accident or other influencesmust bereplaced before
continuing theride due totherisk of breakage. Otherwise, further useis not permitted.
Legal provisions for use on public roads (in Germany)
According to Germany prescribes the following features for bicycles to be used on public
roads (Only valid for use in Germany. This may vary for other countries; please find out
moreabout this at the appropriate place before use at your location!)
Two functional, independent brakes. We use mechanical (so-called V-brakes) or hydraulic
rim or disc brakesforthis.
Approved lighting system with test mark (“K” marking), consisting of headlights and rear
lights with a common, permanently installed energy source (or battery driven), in our case
rim dynamo or hub dynamo with double-wire cables. Both light sources must work at the
same timeand be properly adjusted.
Two approved large-area reflectors (white at the front / red at the back), which may be
integrated in the headlight or rear light. In addition, two yellow, forward and backward
directed reflectors per pedal.
Two yellow side reflectors per wheel or approved closed, reflective white rings, attached to
both sides of the rim or tire.
A ringing bell.
Alternatively to the lighting system mentioned above, this may also be powered by the
Pedelec battery or consist of approved battery lighting, which must also have the official
test mark.
If the Toxy delivered to you does not meet these regulations, you must equip it accordingly
before using it on public roads
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Symbols and warnings used in this manual
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Danger! This symbol indicates a possible danger or damage to persons, the bike or the environment,
if not following the corresponding instructions
Note: This symbol indicates helpfulinformation andtips on handling and dealing with your bike.
Riding under poor road conditions
When riding inpoor road conditions (wet, ice, potholes, bumps, etc.), the wheels can lose
traction. Thevehiclecouldthen nolonger be steerable andthe braking distance could increase
considerably, which couldlead to dangerous accidents. If the road conditionsare poor, be sure
to reduce yourdriving speed and ride carefully.
Tipping and Overturning
A recumbent bike has a relatively low center of gravity duetothe low seating position
comparedto an upright riding position. Rollover ortippingisstill possible and cancause injury
to the driver or other people. The tendency increases withone-sided loading andmovingthe
vehicle's center of gravity forwards or upwards, for example through unfavorable attachment of
luggage, but also on steeper inclines. Hectic steering movementsor abrupt braking, especially
when turning, also increasesthe tendency totip over.Witheach new loading situation,
familiarizeyourself with the changed driving and braking characteristics of the bike ona traffic-
free area before you ride on public roads. Wear abike helmet for your personal safety
Braking
The brakes work on the front and rear wheels. Please make sure, which lever workson which
wheel and, if necessary change tomakeyou feel comfortable withbrake position. The brakes
assembled arevery powerful and easy to dose. Nevertheless, both or one of both wheelsmay
lock, especiallyif load is placed unevenly.
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Danger! Locking of wheels while braking can lead to overturning or the wheels` slipping on
the roadandthus to afall withconsiderablerisk of injury!
Therefore, before riding on public roadsforthefirst time and before riding with additional or
changing loads, familiarizeyourself withthe corresponding braking behavior by testing the
brakes in a traffic-free area. Onlonger downhill rides, use brakes in timeand controlled manner
and, if necessary, stop several times to prevent the brakecomponentsfrom overheating.
Parking
Always park your recumbent bike on adesignated, plain and wind-protected surface. Please
note the risk of moving orfalling over onuneven or sloping parkingareas and exposure to wind,
especially when loaded with additional luggage. Check that thebikecannot move orfall over,
which could cause damage toproperty and possibleinjuries to people. Also secure the
recumbent bike against unauthorized use with a suitable bicyclelock and,in case of a pedelec,
switch off the power supply at the battery switch after use so that the electric drivecannot
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Appropriate clorthing and bicycle helmet
Wear close-fittingclothing, so thatit cannot get caught in the wheels or drivetrain, which can
lead todangerous falls. Also look out for hangingitems of clothing such as jacket ties or
scarves. Wear a tested, suitable bicycle helmet to avoid head injuriesinthe event of anyfall.
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Risk of injury from rotating parts
Do not reach into the spokes of the wheels, disc brakes or the drivetrain. This canlead to
dangerous injuries.
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Feets´ slipping off the pedals
The recumbent sitting positionmakesit particularly easyfor yourfeet to slip off the pedals.
There is a risk of anaccident,if your feet touch the ground while the bike ismoving. The result
can be afall and seriousinjuries. There is a risk of your foot slipping offthe pedal, especially
when drivingfast or on bumpy roads or potholes. Therefore, makesure that yourfeet do not
slip off the pedals.Wear shoesthat yourfoot cannot slipout of and thathave a non-slip sole.
Avoid hectic pedalling, which cancause the shoe to lose contact withthe pedal, andmake sure
you have sufficient pedal pressure. Better, please use system pedalswithfixationmechanism
and the appropriate bicycle shoes. Riders who cannot control or coordinatetheirlegs and/or
feet at all times are not allowed to ride any recumbentfor safetyreasons.
Be visible to others
Due to the low seating position andrelatively high driving speed, your recumbent could be
harder to see by other traffic, or its speed could be underestimated. Therefore, alwaysride with
foresight and withyour headlightson, even duringthe day.Before each ride, please switch on
the lighting system on the headlight or onthe switch of thepedelec control accordingly.
Increase yourvisibility intraffic byattaching a colored pennant.
Riding in the dark
Always ride withyour lights on in the dark and dusk. Check thelighting system for correct
function before every ride. Never ridee without lights. Youcould be overlooked by other road
users, which canlead toserious or evenfatal accidents.
Luggage transportation on the recumbent bike
Two luggage racks are available as an optionfor transporting luggage on the Toxy recumbent
bike. Ensure that the load is as even as possible and that the center of gravity is low so as not
to have a negativeimpact on handling.
Secure the load effectivelyagainst falling, sticking out, tipping over and slipping inorder to
protectyourself and other peoplefrom the corresponding hazards. Make sure that you are not
restricted inyour perceptionormovement by theloadandthat theload cannot blockthe
steering or be drawn into thedrivetrain orwheels. Note that loadingcan significantly increase
the susceptibilitytotipping and wind. Braking and steering behavior isalso adversely affected.
Total load of Toxy recumbent
Please note that the permitted total weight of 150kg (125kg for foldingframes) must not be
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Technical conditions
Before each ride, carry out avisual inspectionfor anydamage. Have your recumbent regularly
servicedby aspecialist workshop. For information onmaintenance, please read the
"Maintenance" chapter.
Approved spare parts and accessories
Your recumbent bike, especially delivered asa pedelec, may onlybe equipped with original
spare parts and accessories that we offer orapprove.Using other partswillvoid the warranty.
We assume no liabilityfor any resultingdamage. If in doubt, please contact your specialist
workshop or contact us directly.
UEmergancy on Pedelec-drive
In case of emergency, if thevehicle startsup or continuesto run uncontrolledor during
maintenance work, switch off the batteryimmediately at the battery switch and apply thebrakes
until the vehicle comestoa standstill! In an emergency during thechargingprocess,
immediately interrupt the power supply to the charger!
Further information
Obey all trafficrulesand ridedefensively and considerately. Use a rear-viewmirror to get a
better view of traffic.
In addition, itisimportantfor the operation and your riding safety, that yourToxy is
ergonomically adaptedto your personal anatomy. Please read Chapter 3 “Adjusting your
recumbent” in this manual. Of course, this also applies if the recumbent bike is rented and
driven by someone else!
Constant, 100% road safety of the bicycle anditscomponents isjust asimportant. Please be
sure to carry out the relevant checks regularly inaccordance with our "Serviceand
maintenance plan" including thefirst inspection after300 kilometers. Thefirst inspection isa
prerequisiteforthe usability of the bike and thevalidity of your warranty and guarantee claims,
since loosening and settling of connectionsor operating elements of your recumbent bikedue
to running-in must be eliminated and readjusted here. Continueto have all inspections carried
out in order to be safe on the road at all times, to avoid serious damage bytimely checksandto
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3. Adjustig your Toxy.
For perfect riding comfort aswell asfor your safety, the personal adjustment of your recumbent
bike is indispensable. It may cause a feeling of insecurity if, for example, brakelevers are not
easily reached orif thefoot hardly touchesthe road surface when stopping. If the bottom
bracket tube is set too short or too long, this usually leads to disproportionately high effort when
riding. Sofind out yourfavoriteposition. In theillustrationsyou can see the corresponding
setting options E aswell as the tuning options of the suspension F.
The leg length adjustment E1is carried out by means of a telescopic bottom bracket tube.
Loosen the two left clampingscrews (or quick release levers if assembled) and carefully(risk of
scratching) push the bottom bracket tubeintothe desiredposition and ensure the horizontal
alignment of the bottom bracket. If the bottom bracket tube cannot bemoved smoothly, spread
the clamping sockets below the main pipe alittle withthe help of a rounded tool. Tighten the
two clamping screwsagain*.Within certainlimits, a chainlength change isnot required.
However,if the shifting does not longer works smoothly or the chainis apparently too short or
too long, adjust it according to thelength difference. The chainlength differenceis roughly
equal twicethe stride length difference.
Kapitel
3
E1
F1
E2
E3
E4
E5
F2
E6
E7
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Attention! Be sure to note the maximum extension of the bottom bracket tube. It is generally half
of its total length. However, under no circumstances may a length of less than 170mm remain in
the main pipe. If a further excerpt is not possible in individual cases, please ask for special lengths
that can be delivered at short notice.
You canvary the seat height E2 by removing the lower seat mounting screws or the quick
release and screwing them backin anotherslotted hole*. If you do notmake any changes to
the upper seat attachment, the seat inclination will changeat the sametime, which you can
compensate accordingly (E3). In this context, it is important that you can easily put your foot on
the floor when stopping. In addition, the thigh should not rest on the handlebars at any timeof
kicking.
Attention! Above all, also in conjunction with handlebar spacing (E4) and inclination (E5), make
sure that neither the handlebar collides with the seat at an early stage when making turns, nor that
it is possible to squeeze between the handlebar and the seat. When using bar end handlebars,
positioned above the main tube, in the standard position (right picture), the highest seating position must
generally be selected.
Change the seat inclination E3analogously to adjusting the seat height by removing and
reinserting the uppermountingscrews or the quick release or bymoving the seat withina
slotted holein conjunction withthe handlebar spacing (E4).
The handlebar spacingE4 is adjusted after loosening allfour seat mounting screwsby moving
the seat. Then the screws are tightened again*.
The handlebarinclination E5is adjusted by twisting the handlebarin the stem clamp.To do
this, the clamping screws must be loosened and then tightened tightlyagain.Withthe angle-
adjustable stem ("W"), this is also possible byangleadjustment. At the same time, the
handlebar height can also be adjusted here.When tightening the central clamping screw, make
sure that the gear is snapped intoplaceprecisely.
Attention! Especially when mounting the down tube handlebar (middle picture), a collision of the
front wheel and / or mudguard (see arrow) as well as frame tube with the stem or handlebar must
be avoided (risk of blocking or falling!)
The grip inclination (of the barends) (right picture)can betiltedflatter or steeper (E8) rotating
around the handlebar.For this purpose, the external clamping of the connecting element must
firstbe released and then tightened atfer again*. All control elements (shift and brakelever as
well as bell and mirror)can be rotated horizontally with thehandlebar squirrel toadjust the wrist
position (clamping screw at the bottom of theclamping element) or can also be individually
twisted intheirorientation when their respective clampingis loosened. Under no circumstances
must they collidewith other parts or riders body (risk of falling!).
The foldable handlebar (special option) can befolded forward towardsthe main frame onboth
sides towards the fork for transport of your recumbent bike afterloosening the four M5clamping
screws and fixed thereagain afterwards. It also offers the possibility to individually change the
arm position or the handlebar angledue to the adjustableanglein the riding position. After
adjustment, tighten the four M5 screws again safely.
Warning! Under no circumstances must the controls or steerer collide with other parts of the bike
or riders body. All clamping elements must be clamped tightly again after adjustment (risk of
falling!).
With the adjustable high steerer (left picture), both, the height (E6)and the distance (E7) to the
body, can be adjusted individually. For the height adjustment, the quickrelease of the stem isto
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height upto the marking or 50mm overlap), the handlebar bracket is aligned again
perpendicular tothe direction of travel and the quick release or clamping screwistightened or
tightened again. The handlebar distance tothe body isadjusted by meansof a stop screwM6
("A") insidethe stem shaft, whichis turned against the attachment surface of the stem clamp. In
general, the stem should only befolded forward for comfortable entering or for more compact
transport of the bike. Riding positionis generallythe rear steering position, limited bythe stop
screw.
Attention! When riding, any part of the handlebars must not collide with legs or knees or upper
body at any time (risk of falling!). If this cannot be sufficiently achieved by adjusting, a
corresponding stem extension must be inserted, which you can obtain from bicycle retailers.
Attention! In case of sudden braking or collision with an obstacle, the handlebar can fold forward,
which can significantly impair steering (risk of falling!).
Danger! The high handlebar shaft may only be pulled out up to the mark or with an overlap of at least
50mm between the stem shaft and the stem tube (otherwise there is a risk of breakage!). Finally, all
screw connections of the steering elements (including joint bolts and stem clamp on the steerer tube)
must be tightened firmly* or the quick-release skewers tightened* (otherwise there is a risk of falling due to
twisting!).
An adjustable rear wheel spring element is installed on the Toxy in order to adapt the spring
preload to changing road conditions or luggage loads. If you screw the knurled nut in the
direction of the spring (F2), it will be pretensioned. The opposite is true for relaxing the spring;
however, it must not befully relaxed as minimal preload is required to avoid rattling noises and
to secure the knurled nut. It is advisable to lower the preload on uneven stretches of road in
order to increase the sensitivity of the suspension system and to increase the preload on short
journeys with heavier luggage loads. If the bike is permanently ridden with higher loads than
usual, e.g. on a bike journey, the suspension should be adjusted accordingly by switching the
lower damper mount (not possible with the Toxy-CL) or by replacing the spring by a harder one
in order to avoid aspongy ride and bottoming out of the suspension and thusalso a safety risk.
On all Toxy models with a damper mount screwed on, just loosen the central M6 countersunk
screw (see arrow in the graphic below) below the damper until you can rotate the mount
horizontally by 180° over the two heads of the fitting screws. If the damper axle is in the front
position in relation to the swingarm pivot point, you will achieve greater spring deflection and
lower spring stiffness; if it is in the rear position, you will get approximately 20% stiffer
suspension. With the Toxy-CR (picture on the right), after slightly loosening the same screw,
you canmove the damper mount steplessly inits guide and thuschange the spring hardness or
the spring deflection by a maximum of 30%. Afteradjustment, tighten each M6bolt securely.
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Generally, thefront wheel suspension (F1) does not have to be adjustedif the bike hasbeen
assembled and delivered accordingto your weight specifications. The suspension forkisthen
adjusted at the factory. Changing luggage loads, only slightly affects the fork, since the rear
carrier is positioned directly above the rear wheel axle(and thus hasa neutral effect onthe fork)
and the low-rider distributesitsload (max. 25kg) equallyto both wheels. If you still want to
adjust or replace the springs, follow the manufacturer's instructions enclosed or have this work
done out by your specialist workshop. We supplyfork springs of different hardness at short
notice. If you are equipped with an adjustable suspension fork, please turn the adjusting wheel
inthe "+" direction of themarking forincreased preload, and in the "-" directiontoreduce it.
Your Toxy dealer will have handed overthe Toxy to youfully assembled and ready to ride. If
this is not so, please follow the assembly instructions below for the final assembly of your
recumbent bike:
Assembly instructions after shipping
In order to avoid any shipping damage, we have designed boxes that allow a minimum
package size and thus a maximum form fit on the recumbent bike. However, this requires the
disassembly of a few components before packaging. For this reason, before starting the first
ride, the following stepsare required, depending onthe Toxymodel:
Slide the handlebars into the stem clamp and clamp the thickened part of the bracket in the
center of the stem so that the handlebar ends point horizontally (see broken line) to the rear.
Then push the bar ends (incl. controls) flush on the left and right of the handlebar ends, align
them for easy access (usually slightlyforward, see line), screw tight and press in the end plugs.
Afterassembling the bike, be sure to check againthat the steering angleissufficient and that all
controls are easy to reach (readjust if necessary) and then tighten all screws (see red arrows)
with the appropriate allen key*.