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PowerTap SL

OWNER’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for PowerTap SL

Page 1: ...PowerTap SL OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ay not cause harmful interference and 2 this device 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 technical specifications were met Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with FCC regulations the manu...

Page 3: ...n inde pendent of skill level should read at least PRECAUSTION IMPORTANT prior to use of the PowerTap DEFINITIONS Bold Letters Bring special attention to important points and that should be read and under stood prior to using the PowerTap Italicized Letters Indicate reference to another section of the manual where further explana tions are found This manual describes the functions of the PowerTap ...

Page 4: ... Torque Function 15 Zero Torque 15 Speed Function 16 Multi Function 17 Cycle Computer Mode 18 Heart Rate Monitor Mode 20 Interval Mode 21 Interval Memory Mode 22 Computer Setup 23 Computer Setup Main Menu 23 Computer Setup 1 24 Computer Setup 2 27 Computer Setup 3 28 Computer Setup 4 29 4 Maintenance Specifications 31 Bearings 31 Freehub 31 Freehub Replacement 31 Computer Batteries 33 Technical Sp...

Page 5: ...tly with solvent mixture Do not use thinner or other solvents to clean parts as they may dissolve the plastic console casings If you are not familiar with bike 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 cover on the hub should be removed ...

Page 6: ...the bicycle may briefly disrupt the communication between the hub chest strap and computer To minimize this interference remove all other magnets from the bicycle including those mounted on the front wheel Failure to adhere to these precautions may cause premature failure or incorrect operation of the unit and may void the warranty Please register your PowerTap at www cycleops com IMPORTANT For yo...

Page 7: ...PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION The PowerTap SL hub comes either alone or in a pre built wheel If purchased alone the hub must be built into a complete wheel prior to use Other items necessary for installation and not provided include a cassette spoke protector reflectors skewer rim strip tire and tube clincher rim or glue and tubular tire tubular rim See TABLE 1 to verify package contents TABLE 1 7 1 ...

Page 8: ... Contact a wheel building professional or dealer for assistance in building the PowerTap SL wheel if not purchased as a complete wheel Both sides of the PowerTap should be built using only a 3x spoke lacing pattern Due to the design of the hub the load pattern is not the same as a conven tional hub Slotting the hub flanges to accommodate bladed spokes is not recommended and will void the warranty ...

Page 9: ...arallel with the hub battery cover before tightening cable ties FIGURE 1 3 Attach Computer Harness to Handlebar or Stem The receiver shoe can be mounted on either the handlebar or stem Secure the receiver shoe with cable ties Slide the receiver shoe in the direction of the arrow as depicted in either FIGURE 2A or 2B depending on mounting location Receiver Shoe Mounting Base Arrow Cadence wire Rece...

Page 10: ...e computer into the mounting shoe on the handlebar or stem Line up the slots on the base of the computer with the bracket and slide computer toward the rider FIGURE 5 NOTE Ensure the computer is fully inserted onto the receiver shoe for proper data transmission 6 Heart Rate Monitor Strap Position the heart rate monitor strap on your torso as pictured in FIGURE 6 The strap should rest just beneath ...

Page 11: ... and verify that in the upper left hand corner of the computer the transmission icon illuminates FIGURE 7 This indi cates the hub is properly transmitting a signal to the receiver and computer If the transmission icon is not illuminated consult TROUBLESHOOTING for further instructions 11 FIGURE 7 ...

Page 12: ...y options DISPLAY MODES 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 five 5 types of button presses 1 Press MODE or SELECT a single press and release of either MODE or SELECT 12 TRANS ICON INTERVAL DISPLAY MODE LEFT POWER DISP...

Page 13: ...d Hold MODE and SELECT simultaneously press and hold of both MODE and SELECT for greater than 5 sec POWER CONSERVATION The computer and hub have power saving features to prolong battery life The computer powers down the display after four 4 minutes of inactivity Press either MODE or SELECT to activate the display Similarly the hub powers down after two 2 minutes of inactivity The transmission icon...

Page 14: ...he top line FIGURE 9 NOTE If WATTS does not appear under the top line the computer is in the Cycle Computer Function To return to power readings see CYCLE COMPUTER MODE Maximum Power Both WATTS and MX 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 ...

Page 15: ...rsor to the top line of the main display 2 Press SELECT until the current power function is displayed 3 Hold SELECT until the word WATTS begins to flash A blinking WATTS display indicates the torque function is currently displayed 4 Press SELECT to return to the current power function FIGURE 12 3 MI D 000 25 58 I0 15 FIGURE 12 ...

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 Power Either MI or KM and AVG displayed simultaneously indicate the average recorded speed since the last time da...

Page 17: ...p Time and Time of Day T Total trip time interval time and time of day is displayed to 9 59 59 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 SLECET to access the real time clock 4 Hold SELECT to return to trip or interval time NOTE Auto start and...

Page 18: ... and wireless is deter mined by natural power differences in the pedal stroke The rate of pedaling is shown from 20 to 240 RPM 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 MI C FIGURE 18 ...

Page 19: ...ended 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 your o...

Page 20: ...t strap to enable the heart rate measurement function NOTE The PowerTap SL uses a non coded chest strap 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 is displayed FIGURE 22 20 365 25 I72 WATTS 3 MI FIGURE 22 ...

Page 21: ...ultaneously NOTE Do not hold both buttons down as you will clear all data from the computer In trip mode INT and the new interval number will appear and disappear FIGURE 24 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 pow...

Page 22: ...he interval number FIGURE 25 4 With INT flashing press 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 ...

Page 23: ...on is available at www cycleops com FIGURE 26 2 Extended hold of MODE and SELECT simultaneously enters com puter setup function indicates by a flashing E NOTE Continue to hold through clear all screen Releasing hold early will clear all current data 3 The setup mode displays three 3 letters and numbers 1 4 Each letter represents a setup menu A flashing alphanumeric character indicated current sele...

Page 24: ...e corrections 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 save 24 Std t 12 Std t Std p t 12...

Page 25: ...ent storage rates yield differ ent amounts of total storage time Changes to the storage rate does not effect display information Refer to TABLE 3 for appropriate storage rate TABLE 3 PowerTap SL 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 ...

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: ... 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 10 30 rate of display values in se...

Page 28: ... 1 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for zeros included in aver age of watts Press MODE to save 2 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for zeros included in aver age of speed Press MODE to save 3 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for zeros included in aver age of cadence Press MODE to save 4 Press SELECT to toggle between yes and no for auto zero function Normally leave at yes...

Page 29: ...t receiving a valid speed or heart rate signal Press MODE to save NOTE The shorter the sleep time the better the battery life 2 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 ra...

Page 30: ...CT to toggle through auto start options mi and data allows trip time to count when wheel speed is registering Trip time stops 3 sec after if speed is not registered and data allows trip time to count as long as a heart rate signal is registered This function is useful in the transition from cycling to running and vice versa Press MODE to save 6 Press SELECT then MODE to reset default settings Pres...

Page 31: ...n ics and result in compromised sealing and performance If bearing problems are suspected please contact Saris Cycling Group at 1 800 783 7257 for a return authorization The PowerTap SL uses a modern 4 bearing design and does not require any tensioning adjustment FREEHUB The grease in the freehub pawls should be replaced if it becomes contaminated with water Replace the seal at the same time conta...

Page 32: ...the illustration Install axle Apply 2 grams of high quality freehub grease to the ratchet ring Grease the V seal and place it on the freehub and install onto shaft Replace end nuts Torque end nuts to 12 lbs ft 32 FIGURE 28 ...

Page 33: ...w FIGURE 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Accuracy 1 5 Signal Transmission Digital RF 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 Console 400 hours approx Battery Type Hub Type 357 or EPX 76 2 ea Battery Type Console AAA type 1 5 volt 3 ea Freehub fixing bolt torqu...

Page 34: ...ery pack A small screw driver can be used back and forth between the to ends to start to lift it out Pop the battery out by bending the plastic retaining tap back and pushing the batter up from the bottom Check that the electrical connector tab from the inside of the hub is perpendicular to the bottom of the battery pocket If the tab gets bent gently press it back to perpendicular with a non sharp...

Page 35: ...een 2 Receiver Test Signal NOTE The transmission icon is illuminated The middle line display flashes 88 with each blip of data from the receiver whether valid or not 3 Heart Rate Signal Test NOTE The heart rate signal is illuminated The middle line display flashes 88 with each heart rate blip received 4 Bike Computer Wheel Magnet Detect NOTE The mi or KM icons are illumined The middle line display...

Page 36: ...rd Test File This mode writes a small test file to the memory Press SELECT and the bottom lines says run and then yes when the file is written This file can then be downloaded 8 Communication Loop Back Test When looking at the front side of the computer use a coin or paper 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 c...

Page 37: ...es for the hub Inspect receiver computer mount for damaged wire or gold colored contacts Moisture in hub remove cover to see if there is any condensation on the battery cover If there is leave cover off in a dry place for 12 hours or until moisture disappears Interference with other devices make sure you are not setting up the PowerTap inside a building with a lot of electrical noise neon signs or...

Page 38: ... value is not zeroed to manually read zero torque go to current watts and hold down the select button until watts disappears Torque is now being displayed To zero torque hold down the select button until the value reads zero To exit torque mode press select once If read zero the torque does not seem to recalibrate the unit call Saris Cycling Group customer service at 1 800 783 7257 Speed seems inc...

Page 39: ... to Watts the line changes to inch 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 estimated speed that you would be traveling on a flat road with no wind is displayed here Scroll to move vertically through available menu or screen options Toggle ...

Page 40: ...Current Power Max Power Average Power Bottom Display Distance Trip Time Cadence Average Cadence Energy Expenditure Odometer Heart Rate Average Heart Rate Time of day Cycle Computer Mode Heart Rate Monitor Mode Hold SELECT Hold SELECT Hold SELECT Hold SELECT Torque Function Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press MODE Press...

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