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Page 1: ...PowerTap SLC PowerTap SL PowerTap Pro PowerTap Elite PowerTap 2 4 USER GUIDE PowerTap SLC Featured ...

Page 2: ...evice must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada tech nical specifications were met Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with FCC regulations the manufacturer could void the user s authority to o...

Page 3: ... Letters Indicate reference to another section of the manual where further explana tions are found This user guide describes the functions of the CycleOps PowerTap and the information pro vided may not apply to previous PowerTap models For the most current User Guide avail able please consult www cycleops com If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which ...

Page 4: ...5 Zero Torque 15 Speed Function 16 Multi Function 17 Time in Zones 20 Peak Power 21 Interval Mode 21 Interval Memory Mode 22 4 Computer Setup 23 Computer Setup Main Menu 23 Computer Setup 1 24 Computer Setup 2 27 Computer Setup 3 28 Computer Setup 4 29 Computer Setup 5 31 ANT Sport 33 Maintenance Specifications 34 Bearings 34 Freehub 34 Freehub Replacement 35 Computer Batteries 37 Technical Specif...

Page 5: ...ke maintenance please contact a professional bicycle mechanic before servicing The power measuring components of the PowerTap are highly complex and should only be serviced by Saris Cycling Group The plastic battery cover on the hub should be removed only when replacing batteries Repeated disassembly may compromise the effectiveness of the O ring seals O rings should be inspected and replaced if n...

Page 6: ...th at least a 2x lacing pattern Because of the patented PowerTap design torque is transferred through the hub to the non drive side Failure to adhere to this precaution will void the warranty MTB DISC ONLY Warnings Rotor may become very hot during use Avoid contact during and directly after riding Rotor may contain sharp edges Avoid contact while the wheel is spinning Installation should only be c...

Page 7: ...chased alone the hub must be built into a complete wheel prior to use Other items necessary for installation and not provid ed include a cassette spoke protector reflectors skewer rim tire and tube clincher rim or glue and tubular tire tubular rim See TABLE 1 to verify package contents TABLE 1 7 1 PowerTap hub or built wheel 1 PowerTap computer 1 Chest strap SLC SL and Pro only 12 Cable ties 1 Tra...

Page 8: ...e design of the hub the load pattern is not the same as a conventional hub Slotting the hub flanges to accommodate bladed spokes is not rec ommended and will void the warranty Complete wheel building hub dimensions are listed in TABLE 2 Reference a spoke length calculator to determine proper spoke length TABLE 2 MTB Wheel Building Dimensions 8 IMPORTANT For your safety the non drive side of the Po...

Page 9: ...ter Shoe to Handlebar or Stem The shoe can be mounted on either the handlebar or stem Secure the mounting base with cable ties Slide the computer shoe in the direction of the arrow as depicted in either FIGURE 1A or 1B depending on mounting location Slide shoe in direction of arrow onto the base Slide shoe in direction of arrow onto the base Attach Receiver mount to Handlebar Attach Receiver mount...

Page 10: ...th skin The heart rate strap must be worn to enable the heart rate function NOTE The chest strap for the PowerTap uses a coded frequency and is not compatible with other manufacturer s chest straps If heart rate is not displayed consult finding sensors sec tion 5 Verify Installation Check to make sure all components are properly secured Spin the rear wheel and verify transmission To turn computer ...

Page 11: ...The computer has two 2 main modes of operation 1 Trip 2 Interval Hold MODE to toggle between display modes BUTTONS There are two 2 buttons on the computer 1 Mode 2 Select NOTE BRACKETED words indicate buttons There are four 4 types of button presses 1 Press MODE or SELECT a single press and release of either MODE or SELECT Used for entering different modes and navigating functionality 11 TRANS ICO...

Page 12: ...ed all data will be erased Used for initiating scrolling menu SCROLLING MENU Note Only the SLC SL Pro and 2 4 have setup menus 2 3 and 4 12 SCROLLING MENU Find If MODE and SELECT are released When Find is displayed the computer will find the PowerTap sensors clr If MODE and SELECT are released when clr is displayed ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED SEt If MODE and SELECT are released When SEt is displayed o...

Page 13: ...n the bottom of the PowerTap screen after about 2 seconds The current watts display will switch to a spinning dial indicating the search is in process When the search is successful the transmission icon appears in the upper left corner If device ID s are stored for heart rate and cadence there will be spinning dials for these metrics as well POWER CONSERVATION The computer and hub have power savin...

Page 14: ...displayed simultaneously indicate the highest recorded power output since the last time the data was cleared in trip mode or the selected interval in interval mode FIGURE 10 Average Power Both WATTS and AVG displayed simultaneously indicate the average power output since the last time the data was cleared in trip mode or the selected interval in interval mode FIGURE 11 14 365 25 58 I0 WATTS 3 D 84...

Page 15: ...the torque must be zeroed to ensure the most accurate power information is displayed If the current power display is positive or negative while coasting the the torque must be zeroed This operation must be done while stopped with no tension on the chain no tension placed on the pedals and the transmission icon must be illuminated To zero torque 1 Press MODE to scroll the cursor to the top line of ...

Page 16: ...ings are displayed when only MI or KM appears below the middle line FIGURE 13 Maximum Speed Either MI or KM and MX displayed simultaneously indicate the highest record ed speed since the last time data was cleared in trip mode or the selected interval in interval mode FIGURE 14 Average Speed Either MI or KM and AVG displayed simultaneously indicate the average recorded speed since the last time da...

Page 17: ...Time of Day T Total trip time interval time and time of day is displayed as H MM SS for trip time and HH MM for real time FIGURE 17 1 Press MODE to scroll the cursor to the bottom line of the main display 2 Press SELECT to toggle through the multi function displays until the T icon is displayed 3 While in trip time hold SELECT to access the real time clock 4 Hold SELECT to return to trip or interv...

Page 18: ...he pedal stroke The rate of pedaling is shown from 40 to 240 RPM NOTE An optional wireless cadence sensor is available to measure cadence at the crank 1 Press MODE to scroll the cursor to the bottom line of the main display 2 Press SELECT to toggle through the multi function displays until the C icon is displayed FIGURE 18 18 365 25 89 WATTS 3 C FIGURE 18 ...

Page 19: ...y expended over the course of your ride This is roughly equivalent to dietary calories expended 1 Press MODE to scroll the cursor to the bottom line of the main display 2 Press SELECT to toggle through the multi function displays until the E is dis played FIGURE 20 Odometer O Total accumulated distance traveled since the last system reset is displayed in miles or kilometers To manually input the y...

Page 20: ...s no heart rate information this will display as 0 1 Press MODE to scroll the cursor to the bottom line of the main display 2 Press SELECT to toggle through the multi function displays until the AV is displayed FIGURE 25 TIME IN ZONES SLC SL PRO AND 2 4 ONLY Time in Zones displays the amount of time spent above below or at your lactic threshold The default lactic threshold is 250 watts but can be ...

Page 21: ... both buttons down as you may clear all data from the comput er In trip mode INT and the new interval number will appear and disappear FIGURE 26 The computer can mark an unlimited number of intervals although after nine 9 the marker will begin to count back at one 1 For example interval ten 10 is displayed following interval 9 as one 1 To view interval specific data power speed and multi function ...

Page 22: ...SELECT to advance to the interval you wish to view 5 Press MODE scroll the cursor to the line of information you wish to view NOTE Recovery periods as well as work periods are displayed in memory mode To exit back out of the interval memory mode hold SELECT until the memory icon disappears The computer is now displayed in the interval mode To exit from the interval mode from any location on the di...

Page 23: ...Extended hold of MODE and SELECT simultaneously enters computer setup function NOTE Continue to hold through clr screen Releasing hold early will clear all current data 3 The setup mode displays three 3 letters and numbers 1 5 Each letter represents a setup menu A flashing alphanumeric character indicates current selection FIGURE 29 E exit return to ride mode d restore default settings T test mode...

Page 24: ... hold MODE and SELECT to save and exit setup 1 From the computer setup main menu press SELECT and scroll until the number one 1 is flashing Press MODE to enter setup mode 2 Press SELECT to toggle between a 12 or 24 hour clock Press MODE to save 3 Press SELECT to toggle between AM A or PM P Press MODE to save 4 Press SELECT to toggle through digit values to set hours in time of day Press MODE to sa...

Page 25: ... of total storage time Changes to the storage rate do not effect display information Refer to TABLE 3 for appropriate storage rate TABLE 3 PowerTap Storage Rate 8 Press SELECT to toggle through digit values to set the wheel circumfer ence Press MODE to save Refer to TABLE 4 for common tire information NOTE For the most accurate reading perform a roll out measurement mm of the rear wheel 25 Std 03 ...

Page 26: ...es 9 Press SELECT to toggle between English or Metric units Press MODE to save 10 Press SELECT to set starting odometer reading Press MODE to save NOTE Odometer settings are saved during battery changes 26 Std 1 Std 1 0 0 0 0 0 ODo mi ...

Page 27: ...e display 1 From the computer setup main menu press SELECT and scroll until the number two 2 is flashing and press MODE to enter setup mode 2 Press SELECT to toggle through 1 2 3 5 10 30 rate of display values in seconds for watts Press MODE to save 3 Press SELECT to toggle between 1 2 3 5 10 30 rate of display values in seconds for speed Press MODE to save 4 Press SELECT to toggle between 1 2 3 5...

Page 28: ...ODE to enter setup mode 2 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for zeros included in aver age of watts Press MODE to save 3 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for zeros included in aver age of speed Press MODE to save 4 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for zeros included in aver age of cadence Press MODE to save 5 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for auto zero functio...

Page 29: ...ving a valid speed or heart rate signal Press MODE to save NOTE The shorter the sleep time the longer the battery life 3 Press SELECT to determine what is displayed in the middle line mi speed c cadence heart rate Press MODE to save The selected metric will flash during the ride NOTE If heart rate or cadence is selected speed is not displayed This is useful for intervals when power heart rate and ...

Page 30: ...e is 250W Press SELECT to toggle through the digit values to set the lactic threshold Press MODE to advance to the next digit After the last digit is set press MODE to save 30 PRO 4 mi watts PRO 4 mi watts data CYCLE COMPUTER MODE This funtion allows the PowerTap computer to function as a cycle computer in the absence of the PowerTap hub In Cycle Computer Mode heart rate is displayed in the top li...

Page 31: ... ID Press MODE to advance to the next digit After the last digit is set press MODE to save Note Use either Learn 1 or Learn 2 to set the hub ID when the numberical value is not known Most cases Make sure the hub is awake by spinning the wheel or axel 3 Initiate Learn 1 by holding SELECT until Learn begins to flash Learn 1 will search for any active hub so be sure there are no other native hubs in ...

Page 32: ...toggle through the digit values to get the I D Press MODE to advance to the next digit When the last digit is set press MODE to save and advance to the learn functions for that sensor Press SELECT to initiate the learn functions as needed Note Changing the batteries in the speed sensor cadence sensor or heart rate sensor creates a new ID for that device If other computers are paired using the old ...

Page 33: ...Garmin has the latest firmware version at www Garmin com 2 Update your bike profile by pressing Menu Settings Profile Zones Bike Profile Check the Power Box 3 To pair the PowerTap to the Garmin press Menu Settings ANT Sport Accessories Select Yes for Power Meter Present Spin the wheel to ensure the hub is transmitting 4 Select Restart Scan which will take you back to the ANT Sport screen under Acc...

Page 34: ... Saris Cycling Group at 1 800 783 7257 for a return authorization The PowerTap uses a modern 4 bearing design and does not require any tensioning adjustment Ceramic Bearings are used in the SLC model These are a hybrid construction of higher quality steel inner and outer race ceramic balls and a plastic cage The ceramic balls are lighter harder and smoother than traditional bearings In addition a ...

Page 35: ...place it on the freehub and install onto shaft Replace end nuts Torque end nuts to 12 lbs ft FREEHUB REPLACEMENT SL AND SLC Remove the freehub with a sharp tug An internal O ring is used to maintain friction with the axle Remove all old grease from the freehub ratchet ring Make sure the black steel spacer remains on the axle Clean the end cap and lightly grease the seal contact area Apply 2 grams ...

Page 36: ...36 FIGURE 28 Aluminum spacer installed here Aluminum spacer installed here No aluminum spacer Aluminum spacer installed here 12MM AXLE ONLY ...

Page 37: ...replace the cover as shown below FIGURE 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Accuracy 1 5 Signal Transmission 2 4 Ghz Interval Data Storage Unlimited Interval Display 9 Intervals internal recording Operational Temperature 0 to 40 degrees c or 32 to 104 f Battery Life Hub 300 hours approx Battery Life CPU 400 hours approx Battery Type Hub Type 357 303 or EPX 76 2 ea IEC SR44 Battery Type CPU CR2032 RANGE OF...

Page 38: ...eries give shorter life and poorer performance NOTE After replacing batteries in the hub you need to Learn the device codes See computer setup 5 BATTERY REPLACEMENT Unscrew the plastic battery cover Use the included cap tool There are O ring seals that can cause the cover to resist the start of motion The threading is normal right hand Remove the battery pack A small screw driver can be used back ...

Page 39: ...model on the middle line and firmware version number on the bottom line 1 LCD Test Displays all the LCD segments Press SELECT to return to the normal screen 2 Heart Rate Signal Test NOTE The heart rate signal is illuminated The middle line display flashes 88 with each heart rate blip received 3 Torque Information NOTE The T icon is displayed This displays information about the internal workings of...

Page 40: ... clip to short out the two pins on the left side Press SELECT The bottom line will say run and then yes if it passes the test correctly If the pins are not shorted together or there was a problem the display will say no This test can be repeated by pressing SELECT 6 Fast Memory Test This tests the memory in the computer Press SELECT and run is displayed on the bottom line When the test is complete...

Page 41: ...de a building with a lot of electrical noise neon signs or near power lines Bring the PowerTap out side or away from the electrical disturbance to see if signal returns Also make sure you don t have any other devices on your bike such as lights magnets or cycle computer sensors PowerTap computer s batteries are low replace batteries as shown in the maintenance section of the User Manual We recomme...

Page 42: ...ateri als and workmanship Warranty coverage is valid to the original purchaser only and proof of pur chase will be required Electronics 1 year This warranty does not cover 1 Normal wear and tear 2 Any damage failure or loss caused by accident misuse neglect abuse improper assembly improper maintenance or failure to follow instructions or warnings in Owner s Manual 3 Use of products in a manner or ...

Page 43: ...be performed by Saris Cycling Group or an authorized Saris Cycling Group Dealer The original purchaser must provide proof of purchase Service calls and or transportation to and from the Authorized Saris Cycling Group Dealer are the responsibility of the purchaser 1 Saris Cycling Group will have the option to repair or replace any product s which requires war ranty service 2 Saris Cycling Group wil...

Page 44: ... lbs This is the raw torque value that is being applied to the hub NOT your power in watts Cadence C The number of pedal revolutions per minute The rate of pedaling is shown from 0 to 140 RPM Speed The rate that you are traveling Scroll To move vertically through available menu or screen options Toggle To move horizontally through alphanumeric digits Cursor The arrow located on console screen Metr...

Page 45: ...ttom Display Distance Trip Time Cadence Average Cadence Energy Expenditure Odometer Heart Rate Average Heart Rate Time of day Hold SELECT Hold SELECT Torque Function Press SELECT Press SELECT Press MODE Press MODE Press SELECT Press SELECT Press SELECT Press SELECT Press MODE Press SELECT Press SELECT Press SELECT Press SELECT Press SELECT Press SELECT Press MODE Hold SELECT Hold MODE Press SELECT...

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