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PART II
WATER BOTTLES
Side impacts to a water bottle or cage can result
in damage threaded inserts due to the leverage
on a very small area. In a crash, certainly the last
thing you should be worried about is saving the
threaded inserts in your frame. However, when you
are storing or transporting your bike, take steps to
prevent situations where a water bottle may be hit or
bumped by a strong force that would cause damage.
Remove bottle and cage when you are packing your
bike for travel.
Periodically check the attachment of the bottle cage;
tighten the cage bolts if necessary. Don’t ride with
a loose bottle cage. Riding with loose cage bolts
can produce a rocking motion or vibration of the
attached cage. A loose cage will damage the insert
and possibly lead to the inserts to pull out. It may
be possible to repair a loose insert, or install another
insert only if the frame is undamaged. Replacement
requires the use of a special tool. If you notice
damage to the threaded insert, please ask your
Cannondale Dealer for help.
CAUTION
WATER BOTTLES - An impact, crash, or loose
bottle cage can result in damage to your frame.
This kind of damage is not covered by the
Cannondale Limited Warranty.
