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NITROGEN PRO 230A: ASSEMBLY GUIDE

Valid for

MY2017-MY2018

Nitrogen Pro 230A

Revision

12.1 - 28-01-2019

Summary of Contents for NITROGEN PRO 230A

Page 1: ...NITROGEN PRO 230A ASSEMBLY GUIDE Valid for MY2017 MY2018 Nitrogen Pro 230A Revision 12 1 28 01 2019 ...

Page 2: ...lleur Hanger Adjustment 34 12 Parts SKUs and Descriptions 36 13 Appendix 38 For the warranty to be valid the bicycle must be fully assembled by an authorized Argon 18 dealer High end components particularly carbon parts need extra care when assembled These components must be installed using a calibrated torque wrench to make sure every bolt is at the right torque setting to prevent damage NITROGEN...

Page 3: ...AT YOU HAVE ALL THE FOLLOWING 1 Brakes and gears cables and housing set 2 Frameset parts checklist see p 36 3 Inspect the frame for cosmetic aspect scratches bumps cracks paint defect etc 4 For reference check serial number and write it on p 1 5 All the necessary bolts refer to Frameset Parts p 3 6 For optimal shifting performance use a dropout alignment gauge to make sure that the drive side drop...

Page 4: ...230A 38881 38879 39009 80375 80478 80374 80477 80424 80425 running change Images are for reference only Proportions are not accurate Argon 18 reserves the right to modify change parts of the frameset at any moment without prior notice For more info please consult notice on Seatpost clamp dated 2016 06 09 80871 80870 38881 80554 80825 ...

Page 5: ...eset Handlebar Width Stem Size 20mm Size 38 40 42 44 Small Medium Large Spacer X Small Small Medium Large X Large Notes 38cm Handlebar is only available aftermarket If you wish to purchase the third non included stem you can do so by ordering it as a spare part 80034 80030 80029 80162 80163 80104 80028 80105 80106 80107 AHB5000 38cm 80073 AHB5000 40cm 80074 AHB5000 42cm 80075 AHB5000 44cm 80076 ...

Page 6: ... the 3D headset 16 3 16 4 according to the AERO Pressfit assembly guide You can choose from 3 different heights 25mm 15mm or 0mm 5 NITROGEN PRO 230A 3 Headset Installation 16 3 16 4 GREASE GREASE GREASE GREASE ...

Page 7: ...lightly grease the bottom section of the 3D bearing holder 6 and insert the plastic sleeve 7 3 STEP Position the headset inside the head tube Place the top 3D assembly with the headset bearing inside this will prevent the sleeve from getting damaged Add the compression ring on top of the bearing then add the press fit 3D system tool and softly press down the assembly until it bottoms out using a B...

Page 8: ...ion ring Bearing 3D bearing holder Plastic sleeve no need for 0mm setup Top cap for 0mm setup 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 Press Fit 3D system tool 1 1 4 Bearing Cup Press Park Tool HHP 2 IMPORTANT Use the Press Fit 3D system tool 1 1 2 with the Bearing Cup Press ParkTool HHP 2 to avoid any damage on the bike frame ...

Page 9: ...ires the purchase of an additional stem from the ones included in basic assembly 100mm 110mm 20mm spacer C O N F I G U R A T I O N M A T R I X A T I O N M A T R I X If you wish to purchase the third non included stem you can do so by ordering it as a spare part Failure to use long screw when assembling bar with 20mm spacer of any configuration can lead to serious injury ...

Page 10: ...ose the desired stem length bolt and spacer needed refer to the Product Matrix chart on p X note that the bolt comes pre coated with Loctite In the event of assembling and disassembling one drop of blue Loctite 242 or 243 must be applied on the bolt threads ...

Page 11: ...pacer and stem length using a torque wrench a ratchet extension and a 6mm bit thread the bolt and spacer up to 40Nm 5 For easier handling and to prevent damage to the handlebar we recommend holding it down firmly while tightening 40Nm IMPORTANT If the appropriate torque 40Nm is not reached and if Loctite is not applied the handlebar could loosen Argon 18 cannot be held accountable if this is not m...

Page 12: ...bar on the fork and secure the stem combo with the two side bolts to 5Nm 5Nm 5Nm 2 3mm Note When cutting the fork allow 2mm or 3mm of additional space between the compressor cap and the fork in order to obtain sufficient compression of the headset GRIP PASTE GRIP PASTE ...

Page 13: ... the desired height and make a mark with a white pen 2 Lower the shifter assembly Electronic Shifting Important Always pass the electronic cables before the brake housing the opposite would make it very difficult to get the electronic cables through after the brake housing 12 ...

Page 14: ...NITROGEN PRO 230A 4 Stem Handlebar Installation 3 Fish two cables inside the handlebar on each side 4 Select the length of necessary housing and pass both at the same time 13 ...

Page 15: ...NITROGEN PRO 230A 4 Stem Handlebar Installation 5 Pass the brake and gear cables in the shifter body 6 Connect cables to housing and put the levers back to the white mark on the handlebar 14 ...

Page 16: ...NITROGEN PRO 230A 4 Stem Handlebar Installation Computer mount is compatible with any 2 screw computer mounting accessories Note tighten to 3 5 Nm maximum 15 ...

Page 17: ...ng size Front brake Rear brake front section Rear brake rear section Front derailleur Rear derailleur 40cm 30cm 20cm 110cm 185cm 45cm 35cm 20cm 110cm 190cm 50cm 40cm 20cm 120cm 195cm 55cm 45cm 25cm 125cm 200cm XS S M L It s better to install cable housing before installing the bottom bracket and crankset FB RB FD RD ...

Page 18: ...NITROGEN PRO 230A 5 Front Brake Installation 17 Install the brakes as shown in the diagram 8Nm 8Nm GREASE GREASE LOCTITE LOCTITE GREASE GREASE ...

Page 19: ...urved straw NITROGEN PRO 230A 5 Front Brake Installation 1 Pass the cable through the curved straw and then in the appropriate guide 2 Fix the cable to the caliper with the 6mm screw and tighten it to 6Nm 18 ...

Page 20: ...the pad spacing is appropriate Adjust brake pads according to the width of your rims You can configure the brake pad spacers with 1mm a or 2mm b depending of the rim width you are using Spacers required according to the rim width Rim width Spacer combinaison 19mm 2mm spacer e g Shimano C50 24mm 1mm spacer e g 808 clincher Enve thin pad may be required ...

Page 21: ...NITROGEN PRO 230A 6 Rear Brake Installation 20 8Nm 8Nm GREASE 18 2 18 2 2 LOCTITE Install the brakes as shown in the diagram ...

Page 22: ...hrough the cable guide Make sure that the length of the cable housing is sufficient for the guide to remain horizontal as it can cause interference with the rear wheel tire 3 Use the proper brake bad spacers depending on the width of your wheel rims 4 Fix the cable to the caliper with the 6mm screw and tighten it to 6Nm 21 ...

Page 23: ...gly recommended to use the non compressible jagwire KEB housing Jagwire 5mmKEB SL Suggested lengths of the cable housing housing size Front brake Rear brake front section Rear brake rear section Front derailleur Rear derailleur 40cm 30cm 20cm 110cm 185cm 45cm 35cm 20cm 110cm 190cm 50cm 40cm 20cm 120cm 195cm 55cm 45cm 25cm 125cm 200cm XS S M L 2 1 3 A 5mm barrel adj brake and speed adjustment B 4mm...

Page 24: ...Note The front brake cable guide 17 2 2 should be front oriented to ensure good rotation of the handlebar 23 NITROGEN PRO 230A 7 Cable Housing Installation Frontbrakecableguide 17 2 2 ...

Page 25: ...24 NITROGEN PRO 230A 7 Cable Housing Installation Front brake Pass the cable through the cable guide 17 2 2 Create a hook with the cable it will be easier to pass it inside the retainer nut 6Nm ...

Page 26: ... the necessary cable housing to ensure proper rotation of the handlebar Insert the KEB cable housing and the cable trough the top tube Rear section With a magnet get the rear brake cable out of the frame and pass it through the rear cable stopper Mesure the KEB rear housing correctly to avoid interference with the rider s left leg KEBcablehousing 4 5 ...

Page 27: ...move the cable guide 9 under the bottom bracket Pass the cable housing inside the downtube until it comes out the top tube Add a plastic cap at the end of the housing pass the rear derailleur cable inside the housing and fix the cable guide under the bottom bracket with the 5mm screw 1 5 Nm For a Di2 configuration use the bottom bracket dedicated cover 10 for electric shifting 26 NITROGEN PRO 230A...

Page 28: ...27 NITROGEN PRO 230A 7 Cable Housing Installation 19 Use the provided grommet 19 to correctly set the rear derailleur cable housing in the chainstay mechanical drive train only 19 ...

Page 29: ...ve train Specification The Di2 cable routing can be achieved easily using this simple trick use a gear cable and a metal cable end to fix the Di2 cable For more information on Shimano Di2 electronic system installation go to si shimano com ...

Page 30: ...29 NITROGEN PRO 230A 8 Electronic Drive train Specification Use the proper grommet on the top tube to fix the cable correctly depending if you use electronic shifting or mechanical drive train 15 14 ...

Page 31: ...30 When using an electronic drive train use the grommet 13 to fix the front derailleur cable 13 NITROGEN PRO 230A 8 Electronic Drive train Specification ...

Page 32: ...idden in the seatpost use the Di2 battery holder 2o to fix the battery correctly Apply a slight amount of grease on both parts 20 GREASE CARBON FIBER ASSEMBLY COMPOSITE NITROGEN PRO 230A 8 Electronic Drive train Specification ...

Page 33: ... gel has been applied 3 Position the seatpost to the desired height 4 Apply a drop of blue Threadlocker n 242 on the bolt s thread 5 Tighten the set screw at max 5 5Nm while leaving a space between the two parts allowing them to slide GREASE GREASE THREADLOCKER BLUE n 242 LOCTITE GREASE CARBON FIBER ASSEMBLY COMPOSITE 5 5Nm 1Nm 11 RUNNINGCHANGE 11 12 ...

Page 34: ... 10 3 9 3 6 3 5 1 Install the saddle on the rocker 3 4 and tighten the rail clamp 3 3 up to 6Nm with M5 screw 3 10 2 Adjust the angle and the offset of the saddle by hand tightening the thumb screw 3 8 3 The rocker 3 4 can be flipped to change the saddle offset 5mm ...

Page 35: ...The front derailleur hanger 6 can be adjusted according to the front derailleur angle to get an equal curve between the derailleur and the big chain ring Once at the right angle use blue 242 Loctite and screw both screws in at 4Nm 34 LOCTITE LOCTITE 8 ...

Page 36: ...anger Adjustment 35 1 Ensure that the dropout is aligned 2 Use Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge like Park Tool Item DAG 2 For any assistance visit Park Tool s website parktool com product derailleur hanger align ment gauge dag 2 4Nm 7 ...

Page 37: ...8724 1 17 Front Brake Assembly Fork 80654 1 Set 18 Rear Brake Assembly Frame 80655 1 Set 19 Chainstay Cable Grommet Frame 39009 1 Set 20 Internal Di2 Battery Support Seat Post 38757 1 Set 8mm Wrench for Seat Clamp 38543 1 Front Brake Cable Guide noodle 80424 1 Rear Brake Cable Guide noodle 80425 1 TKB137 2 TKB138 2 TKB138 3 spring kit 80871 1 Set TKB137 2 TKB138 2 TKB138 3 spring holder kit 80870 ...

Page 38: ...Caps INCL 2 End Caps INCL 2 Cable INCL 2 Barrel Adjuster INCL 2 22 Handlebar AHB5000 38cm Fork 80073 1 Handlebar AHB5000 40cm Fork 80074 1 Handlebar AHB5000 42cm Fork 80075 1 Handlebar AHB5000 44cm Fork 80076 1 22 11 Spacer M8 Fork 80034 1 22 10 Screw M8x50mm Fork 80030 1 22 9 Screw M8x30mm Fork 80029 1 22 8 Small Elastic Cover Fork 80162 1 22 7 Large Elastic Cover Fork 80163 1 22 6 Stem Spacer 20...

Page 39: ...2 30 Large 31 Medium 32 Small A 03 80105 A 02 80106 A 01 80107 20mm Spacer NO NO NO NO YES 28 80104 M8 Washer YES YES YES YES YES 23 80034 M8 X 30mm Screw YES YES YES YES NON 25 80029 M8 X 50mm Screw NO NO NO NO YES 24 80030 Small Elastic Cover YES YES YES YES NO 26 80162 Large Elastic cover NO NO NO NO YES 27 80163 M5 X 16mm Screws YES YES YES YES YES 29 80028 HOW TO ASSEMBLE HB FRAME SET AND COM...

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