FISCHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

pads lift evenly from the rim when you release the brake lever. Then, check that the brakes are functioning correctly.

Side-pull caliper brakes

Tighten all screws to the recom- mended torque Otherwise the screws could break and parts could fall off (see page 38). • Connect the brake line, attach it or close the brake quick release. • Check whether the brake linings touch the brake surfaces. • Securely attach the brake arm. • Carry out a brake test.

Both brake rubbers move left

Both brake rubbers move right

Side-pull calliper brake: • Open the quick release lever on the brake arm or lever, or: • If you do not have a brake quick release, defla- te all of the air out of the tyre. Now the wheel can be pulled out from between the brake pads. Brake pad wear The rubber brakes for brake pads are almost all made with grooves and notches. The grooves and notches are used, for in- stance, to determine the degree of wear on the brake pads. If they are no longer visible, you should change the rubber brakes.

Brakes

Spring adjus- ting screws

Spring adjusting screws

Your pedelec can be equipped with different brake systems. You can find information on the built-in bra- kes on your pedelec in the enclosed manufacturer’s manual and on the manufacturer’s website.

Adjusting the brakes on the rim

Source: Shimano ® techdocs

Cantilever brakes

V-brake rim brakes

Opening cantilever brake or V-brake • Hold the wheel with one hand.

• Press the brake arms together against the rim. • Hang the bowden cable of the brake or the ou- ter sheath of the bowden cable over one of the brake arms.

What to do if the rubber brakes start rubbing against the rim: The spring setting allows you to set the return force in such a way that both brake

new brake pads

worn out brake pads

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