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◆ Squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either side of each wheel
between your thumb and index finger. Do they all feel about the
same? If any feel loose, have your dealer check the wheel for tension
and trueness.
◆ Check the frame, particularly in the area around all tube joints, the
handlebars, the stem and the seatpost for any deep scratches, cracks
or discoloration. These are signs of stress-caused fatigue and indicate
that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced.
◆ Check to make sure that all parts and accessories are still secure,
and tighten any which are not.
WARNING: Like any mechanical device, a bicycle and its components
are subject to wear and stress. Different materials and mechanisms
wear or fatigue from stress at different rates and have different life
cycles. If a component’s life cycle is exceeded, the component can
suddenly and catastrophically fail, causing serious injury or death to
the rider. Scratches, cracks, fraying and discoloration are signs of
stress-caused fatigue and indicate that a part is at the end of its use-
ful life and needs to be replaced.
5. As required:
If either brake lever fails the Mechanical Safety Check (Section 4.C):
restore brake lever travel by turning the brake cable adjusting barrel
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