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Printed : 1/9/02
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B R A K E F L U ID
Check the brake fluid in both the front and rear
systems before every ride.
Use only clean DOT #4 brake fluid from a sealed
container. Do not mix brake fluid types or brands.
Have the brake fluid in both systems replaced
every year.
CAUTION
Avoid spilling brake fluid on painted, plastic
or rubber parts; damage will result. Place a
shop towel or rag over these parts when
servicing the brake system. Wipe up any spills
immediately.
F R ON T B R A K E
1.
To check the front system, start by leveling the
top of the master cylinder (mounted on the right
handlebar).
2.
Inspect the fluid level through the site glass. If
the fluid level is below the ‘LWR’ mark, add the
specified brake fluid until the fluid is at the top
of the window.
3.
To add fluid, make sure the area around the
master cylinder is clean to prevent
contamination which can lead to a loss of
braking force. Remove the screws, cover and
diaphragm from the master cylinder.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
(1) Eye and skin injury, death if swallowed
(2) Mixing fluid types or brands
(3) Fluid from unsealed containers
(4) Low fluid level
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
(1) Brake fluid is a hazardous substance. It can
cause injury to your eyes or skin if you touch it. If
swallowed it can cause death.
(2) Mixing types and brands can damage the brake
system leaving you without brakes.
(3) A container of brake fluid once unsealed can
begin to absorb moisture from the atmosphere - if
used in the brake system, the moisture will reduce
braking force. You could lose your brakes and have
an accident resulting in injury or death.
(4) Low brake fluid can allow air to enter the system
and this will reduce braking power. Again, you could
have an accident and be seriously injured or killed.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
(1) Always wear eye and hand protection when
working with brake fluid. Keep brake fluid out of the
reach of children and animals. If ingested contact a
doctor immediately.
(2,3) Always use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed
container. Don’t mix fluids or use opened fluids.
Have the system drained and refilled by an
authorized Cannonadale Motorsports dealer if you
suspect fluids have been mixed accidentally.
(4) Check the fluid level before riding the vehicle.
1. Master cylinder
2. Site window
3. ‘LWR’ mark
(2)
(3)
(1)