Use; Brake Operation - Schwinn Discover HYBRID Manual Del Proprietário

Use

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WARNING!
Failure to follow all local and state regulations and laws
pertaining to bicycle use as well as the safety warnings in this
manual may result in serious injury or death. Always follow all
local and state regulations and laws pertaining to bicycle use,
follow the safety warnings in this manual and use common
sense when riding the bicycle. Always conduct a pre-ride
check of the bicycle condition before riding.

BRAKE OPERATION

WARNING!
• If the front brake is applied too quickly or too hard, the
front wheel can stop turning resulting in a front pitch over
or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to a
crash.
• Disc brake rotors become hot during use and can burn the
skin if contacted. Do not touch or come in contact with the
disc rotor when it is hot. Allow it to cool before touching.
Hand operated brakes have a separate hand lever to operate
front and rear brakes. Front hand brake levers are located on the
left side of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are located
on the right side of the handlebar. Figure 5.1
You may operate one brake at a time, or all together, however,
be careful to pay close attention to front brakes locking up. To
avoid this:
• Apply both brakes simultaneously, while shifting your body
weight back slightly to compensate for braking force.
• As terrain changes, the rider must practice and learn how the
bicycle will respond in a new terrain or weather change.
The same bicycle will react differently if it is wet, or if there is
gravel on the road etc.
• Always test the brakes and be sure you feel comfortable with
the reaction. If the riding conditions are too steep (off road
for example) and you are unsure, dismount the bicycle and
walk past the questionable terrain before riding again.
• Remember that as you apply the brakes your weight will want
to shift forward, and the wheels will want to stop.
Note: See Section 4: Adjusting the Brakes for information on
brake adjustment.
Left side brakes the
front wheel
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Right side brakes the
rear wheel
Figure 5.1
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