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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.
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 traffi c 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 fi le, 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.
• Battery-powered lights or fl ashing safety lights are also recommended.
• Make sure the refl ectors of your bicycle are correctly positioned. Do not remove
the refl ector or replace the refl ectors with lighted devices that look similar to
refl ectors.
Refl ectors
WARNING: For your own safety, do not ride the bicycle if the refl ectors are
incorrectly installed, damaged, or missing. Make sure the front and rear refl ectors are
vertical. Do not allow the visibility of the refl ectors to be blocked by clothing or other
articles. Dirty refl ectors do not work well. Clean the refl ectors, as necessary, with
soap and a damp cloth.
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