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| ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2016
ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2016 |
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SUSPENSION SEAT POSTS
Suspension seat posts
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enhance the cyclist’s comfort when riding on rough
ground. They can be used on roads and field tracks. The seat posts are usually
designed for a cyclist of average weight, i.e. 75 kilograms. Their shock-absorb-
ing properties can be modified either by adjusting the spring preload and/or by
replacing the springs. Typically, for this purpose the seat post must be removed
from the frame. The adjustment is made by a bolt which is screwed into the seat
post at its lower end. Ask your SCOTT dealer to explain you the basic setting.
DANGER!
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Be sure not to pull out the seat post too far. The mark on the seat post
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(end, min, max, stop, limit etc.) should always remain within the seat tube.
NOTE!
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Seat post manufacturers normally include instructions with their deliver-
ies. Read them carefully before changing any settings or doing any main-
tenance work on your suspension seat post. You can find the manuals of the
manufacturer on this SCOTT info CD.
Check and maintenance
Hold the saddle at the back and front and tug it crossways to the direction of
travel
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. Check in this way if the suspension mechanism of the seat post has
any sideways play. If you notice any play, have it checked and, if necessary, re-
duced by your SCOTT dealer.
CAUTION!
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Have the seat post checked once a year by your SCOTT dealer.
4. Do not use a steam jet or aggressive cleaning agents for cleaning! Ask your
SCOTT dealer for an appropriate cleaning agent
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5. If your suspension fork has steel coils, you should regularly have the coils
cleaned
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and lubricated with a non-corrosive resin-free grease. Some fork
manufacturers provide special greases for fork maintenance. Strictly observe
the recommendations of the manufacturers. These are routines for the sus-
pension fork service centre.
6. Suspension forks with pneumatic springs must be checked regularly for air
pressure
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, since the air escapes over time.
Suspension elements are of sophisticated design. The maintenance routines and
above all the disassembly of the suspension elements are jobs best left to your
SCOTT dealer or the fork manufacturer’s service centre.
CAUTION!
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Suspension forks are constantly being sprayed with water and dirt from the
front wheel. Clean them with lots of water and a rag after every ride.
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Be sure to have your rear shock checked by a service centre of the rear
shock manufacturer once a year at least.
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More information on adjusting and maintenance is available on the internet at
www.srsuntour-cycling.com
www.foxracingshox.de
www.rockshox.com
www.rst.com.tw/en/
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