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a
b
c
d
If you have
disc brakes
(hydraulic or mechanic), check
the position of the brake pads through the inspection
window
(a)
. In this way you will be able to tell later
whether the brake pad is still in its proper position. Read
the operating instructions of the brake manufacturer on
this MERIDA CD-ROM.
If you have derailleur gears, you should shift the chain
to the smallest sprocket before removing the rear wheel
(b)
. This shifts the rear derailleur right to the outside
where it doesn’t interfere with the removal of the wheel.
Open the quick-release of the wheel, as described in the
chapter “How to use the quick-releases”.
If you cannot remove the front wheel after releasing the
lever, this is due to the drop-out safety tabs
(c)
. They
come as metal catches which engage with recesses in
the drop-outs. Just release the quick-release adjusting
nut a little and slip the wheel past the tabs.
You will find it easier to remove the rear wheel, when
you pull the rear derailleur slightly backwards
(d)
. Lift
your MERIDA bike a little off the ground and give the
wheel a light blow with your hand so that it drops out.
G
Rotors can become hot, so let them cool
down before removing a wheel.
G
If you purchased a MERIDA bike with hy-
draulic disc brakes, never turn your MERIDA
bike upside down for repair work, i.e. with the
handlebars and saddle underneath, as the brakes will
fail otherwise.
A
Never pull the (disc) brake lever while a
wheel is removed and always make sure that
you fit the safety locks before removing the
wheel.
A
In the case of drum and roller brakes as well
as of internal gear hubs you must release the
torque arm that takes up the drive and brake
forces to the frame. The Bowden cables and the click
box must also be dismounted before wheel removal.
I
Observe the instructions of the brake and gear
manufacturers on this MERIDA CD-ROM.
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