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Figure 10a.
Figure 10b.
WARNING:
If you do not understand the procedure to connect the
brake cable, we strongly recommend you seek the help of a qualified
bicycle mechanic. If the brakes are not properly connected or adjusted
the brakes may fail and you can be seriously injured.
Tips for hooking up the V-brake
With the cable installed in the lever as shown in the various photos, pull
back the rubber booty on the cable and slide the flanged housing into
the hanger on the brake arm as shown in the sequence below.
6F. Brake cable adjustment.
The main adjustment on the brake is to
take up the cable slack and bring the lever into adjustment. This is
typically accomplished with the adjusting barrel at the brake lever as
shown in figure 11.
