Introduction
Warning and Safety Information
Meanings of Warnings:
a
This symbol is important. See the word “CAUTION” or “WARNING” which follows it.
The word “CAUTION” is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur.
The word “WARNING” is before personal safety instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur.
•Do not add a motor to the product.
•Do not tow or push the product.
•Do not modify the product.
•Replace worn or broken parts immediately.
•If anything does not operate properly, discontinue use.
Reflectors
WARNING: For your own safety, do not ride the bicycle if the reflectors are incorrectly installed, damaged, or missing. Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical. Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles. Dirty reflectors do not work well. Clean the reflectors, as necessary, with soap and a damp cloth.
Rules of the Road
WARNING: Failure of the rider to obey the following “Rules of the Road” can result in injury to the rider or to others.
•Obey all traffic regulations, signs, and signals.
•Always wear a bicycle helmet that meets safety standards, as well as local safety standards.
•Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single file, and in a straight line.
•If possible, avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility.
•If you must ride at night or at time of poor visibility:
•Purchase, install, and use a headlight and taillight.
•Headlights are required by all states for nighttime riding and taillights are re- quired in some states.
•
•Make sure the reflectors of your bicycle are correctly positioned. Do not remove the reflector or replace the reflectors with lighted devices that look similar to
4 reflectors.