Natural Wicker Basket Installation Instructions

(EBC PN: #368742, #368809 and #368770)

EBC_#368742_INSTR_FEB12

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Natural Wicker Basket Installation Instructions

Designed to fit most adult bicycles with threaded headsets. DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Easy If you are not comfortable installing basket, please have it professionally installed by your Electra dealer.

1) Tools Needed Slotted screwdriver Phillips screwdriver  10mm open end or box wrench (or small adjustable wrench)  32mm open-end wrench for bikes with 1 headsets (or large adjustable wrench)  36mm open-end wrench for bikes with 1 1/8 headsets (or large adjustable wrench) 6mm hex head wrench

2) Parts List (1) Wicker basket (2) Leather straps (2) Nylon lock nuts (2) 30mm long Phillips head machine screws (4) Steel washers (1) Steel inner plate (7cm wide x 1.8cm tall) (1)  Headset bracket for 1 headset-equipped bikes (1)  Headset bracket for 1 1/8 headset-equipped bikes

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STEP 1: Installation of headset bracket 1) R  emove stem/handlebar combination using a 6mm hex wrench 2) R  emove top nut using 32, 36mm or adjustable wrench and set aside 3) R  emove steel keyed washer (save for future use if basket is no longer installed) 4) I nstall mounting bracket in place of key washer, lip side faces up 5) R  einstall top nut using 32, 36mm or adjustable wrench 6) R  einstall stem/handlebar combination using a 6mm hex wrench

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STEP 1:3

Note: Most Electra Cruiser models use 1 headsets while steel-framed Amsterdam models use 1 and aluminum-framed Amsterdam models and Townie models use 1 1/8 headsets. If mounting to a late-model Townie, it is necessary to remove the conical headset spacer. Put spacer aside for future use if basket is no longer installed. If you are unsure of the size of your headset, contact your local Electra dealer.

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STEP 2: Attaching headset bracket to basket 1) L  ine up basket so that it the top edge sits above the handlebar 2) N  ote position of headset bracket and punch holes in the wicker that line up with the bracket, using a screwdriver or similar 3) P  ush Phillips head bolt and washer through the inner plate, wicker and headset bracket 4) Install 10mm nylon lock nuts, tighten

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STEP 3:  Threading leather straps through wicker slats 1) Use a slotted screwdriver to spread the wicker apart and push strap through from outside 2) F  or the top strap position, again use a slotted screwdriver to spread the wicker apart, this time from the inside 3) Buckle the strap on the outside of the basket

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STEP 3:3

If you have questions regarding assembly, please visit your local Electra dealer or call Electra Customer Service at 800-261-1644 (8AM 4PM Pacific Time).

Electra Bicycle Part Numbers: 368742 Wicker Basket, natural 368770 Wicker Basket w/Gypsy Liner, natural 368809 Wicker Basket, white

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