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components;
z) Care of the wheel-rims and a clear explanation of any danger of rim-wear (see
also 4.3.10.4 and 5.1); For composite rims wear damage may be invisible to the

user, the manufacturer shall explain the consequences of rim wear and how the
cyclist can assess the degree of wear or should recommend returning the
composite rim to the manufacturer for inspection.

aa) The correct gluing technique for wheels equipped with tubular tyres if fitted;

bb) Appropriate spares, i.e. tyres, tubes, and brake friction-components;

cc) Accessories -where these are offered as fitted, details should be included such as
operation, maintenance required (if any) and any relevant spares (e.g. light
bulbs);

dd) An advisory note to draw attention of the rider to possible damage due to
intensive use and to recommend periodic inspections of the frame, fork,
suspensions joints (if any), and composite components (if any). The wording of
the advice may be as follows;

WARNING 1— As with all mechanical components, EPAC is subjected to wear and

high stresses. Different materials and components may react to wear or stress
fatigue in different ways. If the design life of a component has been exceeded, it
may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form of crack,
scratches or change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the life of the
component has been reached and it should be replaced.

WARNING 2 — For composite components impact damage may be invisible to the
user, the manufacturer shall explain the consequences of impact damage and that

in the event of an impact; composite components should either be returned to the
manufacturer for inspection or destroyed and replaced.

ee) For composite components, an advisory note to draw attention to the influence
of high temperature (heat radiations) in confined environment on composite
materials (if appropriate);

ff) The importance of possible suitably covering any coil springs under the saddle if a
child-seat is fitted to prevent trapping of fingers;

gg) The handlebar, the rider's response to steering and braking can be adversely
affected;

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