Pacific Cycle HF3305 manual Problem Possible Cause Remedy

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Problem

Possible Cause

Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

Freewheel does not rotate

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Freewheel internal pawl pins are

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Lubricate. If problem persists,

 

 

jammed

 

replace freewheel

 

 

 

 

 

Brakes not working effectively

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Brake blocks worn down

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Replace brake blocks

 

- Brake blocks/rim greasy, wet or dirty

- Clean blocks and rim

 

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Brake cables are

 

 

 

 

binding/stretched/damaged

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Clean/adjust/replace cables

 

- Brake levers are binding

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Adjust brake levers

 

- Brakes out of adjustment

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Center brakes

 

 

 

 

 

When applying the brakes

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Brake blocks worn down

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Replace blocks

they squeal/squeak

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Brake block toe-in incorrect

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Correct block toe-in

 

- Brake blocks/rim dirty or wet

- Clean blocks and rim

 

-

Brake arms loose

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Tighten mounting bolts

 

 

 

 

Knocking or shuddering when

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Bulge in the rim or rim out of true

- True wheel or take to a bike shop

applying brakes

 

 

 

for repair

 

- Brake mounting bolts loose

-

Tighten bolts

 

- Brakes out of adjustment

- Center brakes and/or adjust brake

 

 

 

 

block toe-in

 

- Fork loose in head tube

-

Tighten headset

 

 

 

 

 

Wobbling wheel

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Axle broken

-

Replace axle

 

- Wheel out of true

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True wheel

 

-

Hub comes loose

-

Adjust hub bearings

 

-

Headset binding

-

Adjust headset

 

-

Hub bearings collapsed

-

Replace bearings

 

-

QR mechanism loose

-

Adjust QR mechanism

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Contents Helmets Save Lives Page Please Retain your Sales Receipt As Proof of Purchase Pacificcycle ServicePage Page ? Part 6 Part PartParts Identification PA RT 1 PA RT S I D E N T I F I C AT I O N Page Monday Friday 800 a.m. 500 p.m. Central Time Tools RequiredAbout this Manual Correct Frame Size Saddle Height Riding PositionReach Handlebar Height Wheels and Tires BrakesSteering Cranks and Pedals AccessoriesChain BearingsHelmets Front Reflector Mount with Caliper Brake Assembly Fork Mount Reflector Bracket AssemblyReflectors Seat and Handlebar Mounting Reflectors Seatstay Mount Reflector Bracket AssemblyGeneral Rules Riding SafelyNight Riding Wet WeatherPedaling Technique Rules for Children Do not leave it up to trial and errorHill Technique Cornering TechniqueOperating Principles Derailleur GearsRecommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Hand Grip ShiftersBelow the Bar Shifters Thumb Shifters Top MountedBicycle Care Basic MaintenanceSecurity StorageHandlebars Getting StartedFailure to do this may cause loss of steering control Stem Installation Should be assembled on the bike alreadyHandlebar Installation Tightening/Preloading AheadsetHeadtube of the Bicycle Sunken Stem Bolt SystemTop mounted thumb shifter ShiftersForks Seat and Seat Post Pedals & Crank Set Front Wheel Correct Quick Release Axle SettingFront Brake Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Link WireTouching Style Brakes Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Straddle CableBrake While holding the shoe against Check your Brakes Disc Brakes Page Rear Derailleur DerailleurFront Derailleur Dual Suspension Rear Pivots Saddle Bag Frame Bag Reflector 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System FendersFront Fender Caliper Brake Mounting SystemScrew Mounting System Rear Fender10mm Bolt and Screw System Final Check Single Speed & BMX Seat Front Wheel Side Pull Brake Touching Pinch Bolt Straddle Cable 90o Anchor Pivot Caliper Arm Brake Adjust the balance with the spring tension adjustment screws Rear U-Brake Front U-BrakeBlake Lever Cable Installation Rotors Single Cable Casing Cable Adjuster Cable Splitter Non-Threaded Axle Peg Assembly InstructionsThreaded Option Training WheelsShape Brace Attaching Training Wheel Brace to BicycleFlat Brace Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Pads Rear Front Reflector Red White Chainguard Every Six Months Schedule 1 LubricationWeekly MonthlyFrequency Task Reference Schedule 2 Service ChecklistTravel Tools Wheel Inspection Wheels and TiresRecommended Tire pressures Tire InspectionBead How To Fix a Flat Tire Hub Bearing AdjustmentRemove tire bead from the rim Pull tire back onto the rim Handlebar Stem Handlebars and StemDo not over tighten Grip Shifters Grip Shift InstallationDo not ride a bicycle that is not operating properly Cables and Cable HousingStandard Headset AdjustmentHeadset InspectionLubrication Saddle and Seat PostAdjustment Brakes Adjustment Sidepull Calipers Adjustment Cantilever Calipers Tread Pedals DrivetrainNever ride with loose pedals Attachment Lubrication and AdjustmentNever ride in traffic with fully tightened toe straps Crank SET Lubrication and Adjustment One Piece Cranks To disassemble Lubrication and Adjustment Cotterless CranksCotterless Crank Removal Adjustment After Use Cotterless Crank ReplacementChain Adjustment and ReplacementFreewheel Coaster HUB Derailleur Systems Without hesitation Adjustment Rear DerailleurAdjustment Front Derailleur Reflectors Quick Release LeversBasket Assembly Miscellaneous AccessoriesProblem Possible Cause Remedy Problem Possible Cause Remedy Problem Possible Cause Remedy Wheel Quick Release Adjusting the quick release mechanismFront Wheel Secondary Retention Devices 100 101 Removing and Installing Bolt-On WheelsSeatpost Quick Release Adjusting the quick release mechanism102 How brakes work 103104 Adjusting your brakesWhy all those gears? ShiftingShifting a derailleur drivetrain 105Shifting the Rear Derailleur 106107 Toeclips & StrapsTires Clipless step-in pedalsTires and Tubes 108Tire Valves 109110 Bicycle SuspensionSerial Number Location 111112 Limited Warranty
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