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AVID WARNING
Do not touch the braking surface of any rotor with your bare hands, because the oils from your fingers will degrade
its performance. Always wear gloves, or handle the rotor by its spokes. Disc brakes become very hot during use.
Do not touch the caliper or rotor immediately after use. Make sure the brake has cooled down before making any
adjustments.
Hydraulic brake information
Use only DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 fluids with Avid brakes. DOT 5.1 fluids provide enhanced braking performance.
Do not use a fluid other than DOT fluids suggested. Doing so will damage the system make the brakes unsafe
to use.
DOT fluids will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (i.e. your frame),
wipe it off immediately and clean with isopropyl.
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Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brake rotors. If this occurs, clean the rotors with
isopropyl alcohol.
Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brakes pads. If this occurs, the pads are contaminated
and must be replaced.
Used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations.
NEVER pour used DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water.
Before each ride
Check houses for signs of wear. Squeeze the brake lever firmly and check for proper brake function. Check pads
for wear and replace if necessary. Ensure rotors are free of foreign substances and oils.
Pad Break In and Noise
It may take anywhere from 20 to 40 complete stops to break in Avid pads. You may begin to notice an increase in
braking power after the first ride. Brake noise can occur not only during the break-in period but off and on
throughout the life of the brake pads. Noise is dependent upon factors such as brake setup, rider weight, riding
style, braking style, and riding conditions (i.e. dust, soil, and contamination of friction surfaces).
Care and Cleaning
Extreme care must be taken when cleaning both the bicycle and its new disc brakes. Under normal use, it is not
necessary to clean the caliper rotor or pads. If necessary, use only water and dish detergent to wash the caliper
and rotor being sure to thoroughly rinse all soap residues from the rotor. Dry with a clean paper towel.