Schwinn PACIFICCYCLE ROAD BICYCLE Manual De Uso Y Cuidado página 48

Adjustment
As mentioned in Part 2, the seat can be adjusted in height, angle and distance from the handlebars to suit the
individual rider. Saddle angle is a matter of personal preference but the most comfortable position will usually be
found when the top of the seat is almost parallel to the ground, or slightly raised at the front.
The saddle can also be adjusted by sliding it forward or back along the mounting rails to adjust your orientation over
the pedals. When fitting, position the seat post into the clamp under the seat and place it in the frame without
tightening. Adjust it to the desired angle and position, and tighten the clamping mechanism.
There are two types of seat clamps commonly in use. The most common employs a steel clamp with hexagonal
nuts on either side to tighten. The other type, known as a micro-adjustable clamp, uses a single vertically mounted
Allen head fixing bolt to tighten. After fixing the seat to the desired position on the post, adjust the height to the
required level and tighten the binder bolt.
Note that the type of binder bolt may be either a hexagonal bolt, an Allen head bolt or a quick release mechanism.
The operation of a seat post quick release mechanism is the same as for quick release hubs.
Refer to page 45. Test the security by grasping the seat and trying to turn it sideways. If it moves, you will need to
further tighten the binder bolt.
Note: Remember that the minimum insertion mark must remain inside the frame assembly.
BRAKES
The correct adjustment and operation of your bicycle's brakes is extremely important for safe operation. Brakes
should be checked for effective operation before every ride. Frequent checking of adjustment is necessary as the
control cables will stretch and the brake pads will become worn with use.
Never ride a bicycle unless the brakes are functioning properly.
There are numerous types of brake systems in common use on today's modern bicycles: side pull
calipers, cantilevers, disc brakes, linear pull, drum or roller brakes, and the classic coaster brake system. Side pull
brakes are mounted to the frame or fork via a single pivot bolt. Cantilever and linear pull brakes use two separate
arms, each mounted with a separate pivot bolt to either side of the frame and fork.
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