Warranty & Maintenance - Babboe City-E Manuel D'utilisation

WARRANTY & MAINTENANCE
Warranty
To keep the warranty on your Babboe City/ Mini cargo bike, it is important to get your
bike serviced within the first 4-12 weeks or after 100 km of heavy use to check if the main
components (including gears, spokes and brakes) are all working effectively. This can be
done at your local bike shop or Babboe dealer.
Maintenance
Even though the electric Babboe City/ Mini contains high-quality components, it is very
important to keep it well maintained. Lubricate moving parts on a regular basis and
ensure that the cables remain flexible, for example, during cold spells of frost. Keep the
receipts for the warranty for the maintenance and inspection.
Maintenance of the wooden cargo box
The box is resistant to the Dutch climate. However, we still recommend that you always
use a rain cover, rain tent or cargo bike cover. This will protect the box against the various
weather conditions. It will also, for example, protect the cargo bike against damage
from children climbing in and out of the box. Damage to the paint makes the wood more
vulnerable to moisture. If damage occurs, treat it with a clear coating of varnish suitable
for outdoor use. This will prevent moisture from penetrating into the wood.
Cleaning
To make your Babboe cargo bike look new again, you can clean it by firstly brushing it with
a soft brush to remove the dirt and then washing it with warm water. Regular cleaning of
the Babboe cargo bike promotes longevity. Beware of excessive use of water around the
electronics and battery. Make sure the area between the sensor plate in the sensor (by
the bottom bracket) is not dirty. When cleaning the cargo bike it is advisable to remove
the battery. Never use a high-pressure cleaner! Many parts of the Babboe cargo bike
require oil, grease or vaseline. Do not wash these substances away or apply them again
immediately after washing.
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Treatment
Besides regular cleaning, it is recommended to treat certain parts of the cargo bike
immediately after cleaning. We recommend that you grease around chromed parts,
uncoated aluminium and stainless steel parts with acid-free vaseline to prevent oxidation
and rust. Rotating parts require grease or oil. It is advisable to periodically lubricate the
chain, sprockets and shafts. To prevent corrosion, we recommend that you regularly mend
any damage to the paintwork.
General check
Regularly check the following:
• Is the battery fully charged?
• Are the brakes working properly? Are the brakes, bolts and screws still tightened?
Is there any visible wear and tear on the cables? Are the braking surfaces clean and
grease-free? Is there any visible wear and tear on the brake pads?
• Is the handlebar stem still tightened? Is the saddle tightened properly?
• Are the handgrips secure?
• Is the tension on the spokes adequate? Are the wheels straight? Are there any spokes
broken? Are the wheels secure?
• Are the tires still at the right tension? Is there still enough profile grip on the tires?
• Do the lights work? Is the bike clearly visible in the dark? Are there reflective strips on
the tires and are they clean?
• Does the pedal assistance work properly?
• Do the gears work properly?
• Is the chain tension correct?
• Does the bicycle need a proper cleaning?
• Has the bicycle had a maintenance check-up recently?
Important! Please note:
• Do not clean your Babboe cargo bike with a strong water jet or high-pressure hose,
as this can damage the electronics of the cargo bike. This will affect your warranty.
• By improper use, you can put yourself and others at risk. More importantly your
warranty will expire.
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