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inserts into is clean. Then push the lightly greased axle through the hub until it
engages with the thread of the drop-out. Tighten the axle; the tightening torque
should be at least 12 Nm.
Figure 17: Assembling the axle system on the back wheel with MDI 3 drop-outs
using a hexagonal socket wrench
Ensure that the thread of the quick release axle is clean and unda-
maged before assembling.
The length of the chain stays can be varied; this is a characteristic
of the design of the MDI 3. In its as-delivered condition frame sizes
S and M are in the short position. The quick release is assembled in
the long position for frames sizes L and XL.
Converting between both chain stays lengths requires
the adjustment of safety-relevant components (for
example the back brakes and drop-outs). An incorrectly
adjusted quick release axle or brakes can lead to the
back wheel jamming or loosening, in addition to the bra-
kes failing. This can result in a fall or an accident. The-
refore these alterations should only be carried out by
your ROTWILD authorised retailer.
W A R N I N G
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