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Maintenance Schedule - Velotric T1ST

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Regular maintenance is important to your safety and the longevity of your Ebike. Any part of a poorly maintained Ebike can break or malfunction leading to an accident.

 

Velotric strongly recommends that you follow a regular maintenance schedule based on normal use. If you ride your Ebike more than the time indicated, perform maintenance more frequently than recommended. If a part malfunctions, check and service it immediately, or seek help from a qualified mechanic.

 

! WARNING

Water damage and corrosion are not covered under warranty.
■ Ensure that the tires of the Ebike are always inflated to a pressure

within the recommended range printed on the tire sidewall.
■ Ensure that all components of the Ebike are in good working condition

before each ride. For more detailed information, refer to “Before Every

Ride”.
■ Service the Ebike at regular intervals. For more detailed information,

refer to “Recommended Service Schedule”.

 

! CAUTION

  • Storage at temperatures above 77°F (25°C) can decrease battery health and overall lifespan.

  • Improper storage and/or long-term neglect of the battery can cause decreased capacity and defects and may void the battery warranty.

  • Do not open the battery housing. Otherwise, it can result in damage

    to the battery or cause serious injury and/or death, and voids the

 

Recommended Service Schedule

Weekly

Inspect

Inspect the fasteners for proper torque.

■ Inspect the drivetrain for proper alignment and function (including chain,

cassette, chainset, and derailleur).

■ Inspect the wheel trueness and inspect for quiet wheel operation (without

■ Inspect the condition of the frame and its welds for damage.

■ Inspect and test the brake pads.

■ Inspect the tire pressure.

Service

■ Clean the frame with a damp cloth and mild soap as needed.

■ Clean and lubricate the chain.

Replace
■ Turn the barrel adjuster(s) to tighten the derailleur/brake cables if needed.

 

Monthly

Inspect

■ Inspect the brake pad alignment and brake cable tension.

■ Inspect shifting.

■ Inspect the chain stretch.

■ Inspect the brake and shifter cables for corrosion or fraying.

■ Inspect the rims and check spoke tension.

Tighten any attached accessories ( i.e. fenders, racks, reflectors) that may

interfere with spokes or the drivetrain.

Service

Lubricate the front fork.

■ Clean the brake and shift the cables.

True and tension wheels if any loose spokes are identified.

Replace

■ Replace the brake and shift cables if necessary.

■ Replace the brake pads if necessary.

 

 

Every 6 Months

Inspect

Inspect the drivetrain (chain, chainset, cassette, and derailleur).

Inspect all the cables and housings.

Service

■ Standard tuneup by qualified mechanics is recommended.

■ Grease the bottom bracket

Replace

■ Replace the brake pads if worn.

■ Replace the tires if worn. 

■ Replace the cables and housings if necessary.

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