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WARNING! BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS NEW FORMULA S.a.s. PRODUCT
IT IS CRITICAL TO YOUR SAFETY THAT YOU READ AND STRICTLY ADHERE TO THE IN-
STRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
AND/OR INVALIDATE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AS IT CONTAINS
INFORMATION CRITICAL TO YOUR SAFETY.
WARNING! DO NOT INSTALL OR DISASSEMBLE THIS FORMULA S.a.s. PRODUCT ON
YOUR OWN!
Always seek the help of a professional mechanic. If you decide to ignore this impor-
tant warning, keep in mind that you are doing so EXCLUSIVELY at your own risk.
Note: AS WITH ANY MANUAL, THIS ONE MAY BE UPDATED. CONTACT YOUR FORMU-
LA S.a.s. DEALER, OR CHECK OUR WEB SITE, (www.formula-italy.com) TO RECEIVE
ANY SUCH UPDATES.
This manual contains information for the safe use, proper mounting and maintenance of THIR-
TYFIVE forks. Following the rules contained in this manual will ensure the safe use and longest
life of your THIRTYFIVE forks.
Carefully follow the SAFETY GUIDELINES to assure appropriate use and service of
THIRTYFIVE forks.
In this handbook you will find the following safety symbols:
CAUTION:
Directs your attention toward unsafe practices, which could result in damage
to the equipment or minor injury.
WARNING:
Directs your attention toward unsafe practices, which could result in serious
injury or death.
It is impossible to anticipate every situation that may occur while riding a bicycle. This manual
makes no representation about the safe use of the bicycle under all conditions. There are risks
associated with the use of any bicycle that cannot be predicted or avoided. By choosing to ride
a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk. Read and understand your bicycle owner’s
manual before using your bicycle.
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Never put your hands near or inside rotating parts. Protective five-finger gloves that do not reduce
sensitivity or your ability to grip should be used during repair.
• Before starting any mounting operations, carefully check for dangerous conditions at the work site.
If too dark, use all available light sources and make sure they work properly before starting work.
• All maintenance operations must be carried out solely by personnel authorized by FORMULA S.a.s.
• Ensure that the quick release is tightened correctly. Bounce the bike on the ground from a height
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TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
