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ONE-PIECE CRANKS
To regulate the movement of a one-piece crankset,
release the left safety nut by screwing clockwise and
tighten the regulation bearings cover with a
screwdriver by screwing anti-clockwise. To adjust
the range of movement properly, tighten the safety
nut
– screw anti-clockwise.
1. Take the chain off.
2. Unscrew the left pedal clockwise.
3. Unscrew the left safety nut anti-clockwise
and fold the safety washer.
4. Unscrew the regulation cover bearings with
a screwdriver.
5. Remove the left bearing, slide the cranks
out of the frame (to the right side) and
remove the right bearing. Clean the
bearings and the contact surfaces; replace
the component if necessary. Lubricate the
bearings with oil and assemble the
crankset again.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
DANGER:
The bike’s components can be weakened by corrosion, which can lead to dangerous
situations and the risk of an injury or material damage.
Corrosion could be caused by:
Salt (spreadings during winter)
Salt in the air (seaside and industrial locations)
Sweat
NOTE:
Do not expose any of the components to extreme temperatures. Even noncorrosive materials
can be affected.
WARNING:
Do not use steam cleaners. The high pressure steam can damage the bike.
Proper maintenance can significantly prolong the service life
of the bike and its components. That’s why
you should not neglect to clean it regularly.
Clean rough debris by a stream of water. Let the bike dry for a while and apply a cleaning product (only
use products especially made for bicycles and make sure that you do not damage the coating or the
rubber, plastic or metal components). Wash the product off with water and let the bike dry.
Clean the chain using appropriate cleaning product or a suitable cleaning kit (consult the seller if
necessary). If you do not have a chain cleaning kit available, put a small amount of alcohol-free cleaning
product onto a dry cloth and clean the chain. While cleaning, slowly turn the cranks backwards. Then
lubricate the chain links with appropriate lubricant. If you apply too much of the lubricant, it can get onto
other components, such as rims. This can decrease the efficiency of the braking system and cause falls
or material damage.
NOTE:
Clean and lubricate the chain after every ride in moist environment, every longer ride on sand
or every 200 km.
