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WARNING: When pump (12) is connect-

ed, pressure will (16) read 2-8 PSI (0.114-

0.55 BAR) less than the actual reading 

due to the air that enters the pump 

hose. Consult table 1 to obtain informa-

tion about the pressure to be used. 

4 MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL TABLE

Comply with the following maintenance intervals in 

order to preserve the functionality and performance 

of your Formula fork..

WARNING: In case of frequent use of the fork 

under extreme stresses, maintenance 

operations will have to be carried out 

more frequently, based on the actual use con-

ditions.

(*) 

Do not use high-pressure water

(**) 

Do not use solvents and degreasing pro 

 

ducts that may damage fork components

(***) http://support.formula-suspension.com

Use  genuine  spare  parts  and  lubricants  recommended 

by Formula.

4.1 

Modifying fork travel

To modify FORMULA THIRTYFIVE fork travel, add or re-

move inner travel spacers.

WARNING: Before making any changes, bring the 

positive chamber pressure to 0 (zero), see the 

relevant paragraph.

Failure to carry out this operation may lead to 

serious damage to components and even to the 

operator.

- Remove the air valve cap (

1

).

1

2

Procedure

First 

Use

Every 

Ride/

Competition

Every 

30 Hours/

6 Months

Every 

100 Hours

/1 Year

Basic setting (***)

Expert setting (***)

External cleaning 

with water and 

neutral detergent (*)(**)
Internal fork leg cleaning 

- oil seal and bushing 

wear check (***)
Hydraulic oil cartridge 

replacement (***)
Air spring 

maintenance(***)

Summary of Contents for THIRTYFIVE QR15

Page 1: ...MANUALE ISTRUZIONI OPERATING MANUAL MANUEL D INSTRUCTIONS BETRIEBSANLEITUNG MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES 29...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...the following safety symbols CAUTION Directs your attention toward unsafe practices which could result in damage to the equipment or minor injury WARNING Directs your attention toward unsafe practices...

Page 4: ...use Learn and comply with the local rules of the road and cycling regulations Always ride carefully and responsibly Wear close fitting clothes that make you easy to see fluorescent or bright colors I...

Page 5: ...on the part of FORMULA S a s i e hidden latent or obvious defects and exempts FORMULA S a s from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law against any resulting damage Carefully read the THIRTY...

Page 6: ...b 7 Dropout 8 Compression adjustment 9 Air valve 10 Lock out lever 11 Lock out threshold adjustment Description Tire Color Type Head sleeve Travel in mm L mm C S White QR15 1 5 TAPERED 100 120 140 746...

Page 7: ...e 2 Crown 3 Upper tube 4 Lower leg 5 Disc brake posts 6 Rebound knob 7 Dropout 8 Compression adjustment 9 Air valve 10 Lock out lever 11 Lock out threshold adjustment Description Tire Color Type Head...

Page 8: ...uded in the kit sold by FORMULA CAUTION Do not use lubricants other than those recommended above Use of other lubricants may damage the fork and make it unsafe Threadlocker for screws Apply a liberal...

Page 9: ...8 Insert the hose inside the hose clamp 8 Tighten to 2 3 Nm 3 USE GENERAL SAFETY NOTE Do not keep the fork fully at the end of the race for a period exceeding 10 days If that happens you can verify t...

Page 10: ...13 Connect the end 14 of the pump to fork valve 15 so that pressure gauge 16 will read the pressure CAUTION Do not over tighten the pump 14 as the seal will be damaged WARNING The maximum allowable pr...

Page 11: ...e solvents and degreasing pro ducts that may damage fork components http support formula suspension com Use genuine spare parts and lubricants recommended by Formula 4 1 Modifying fork travel To modif...

Page 12: ...move the lower leg by 6 pull ing it up Push the piston 7 fully inside the cylinder Remove the retention ring 8 with a small flat blade screwdriver 9 Remove the entire sleeve 7 with the piston and spri...

Page 13: ...d spring assembly 7 back into the lower leg The piston assembly should be at the same height as the cylinder Install cap 10 into the lower leg with the larger circumference on top Secure the cap with...

Page 14: ...lign the keyway on the two piston assemblies 7 15 Install the lower legs 6 Be extremely careful not to damage or bend the dust seals 16 Repla ce them if they are damaged in any way Before placing the...

Page 15: ...violent rebound after bum ps Rebound damping insufficient Increase rebound damping Steerer tends to close when turning Excessive rebound damping Decrease rebound damping Fork slow during extention or...

Page 16: ...oduct under warranty WARRANTY CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS 1 The manufacturer guarantees its products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for 24 months from the date of purchase You must...

Page 17: ...ble and or are not suitable and or are not expressly authorized are used d Lack of appropriate or reasonable maintenance or storage washing with harsh materials use of corrosive agents prolonged expos...

Page 18: ...osa 63 59100 Prato Italia Tel 39 0574 603 609 Fax 39 0574 611 046 Information may be enhanced for improvement without prior notice All rights reserved Le informazioni possono essere modificate senza p...

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