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Maintenance
8.5.6
Servicing the steering headset
1
Remove fork.
2
Clean steering headset. If it is very dirty, flush
the bearing with cleaning agents such as WD-
40 or Karamba.
3
Check steering headset for damage.
If the steering headset is damaged, replace
steering headset as specified in the parts list.
4
Grease steering headset and bearing seat with
highly viscous, water-repellent grease (e.g.
Dura Ace special grease by SHIMANO).
5
Re-fit fork with steering headset as per fork
instructions.
8.5.7
Servicing the fork
Only applies to pedelecs with this equipment
1
Remove fork.
2
Check fork for cracks, warping and damage to
the paintwork.
If there are any cracks, warping or damage to
the paintwork, remove the pedelec from
service. New fork as specified in the parts list.
3
Clean inside and exterior.
4
Grease fork.
5
Install fork.
Injury due to explosion
The air chamber is pressurised. If the air system
in a faulty suspension fork is maintained, it can
explode and cause serious injury.
Wear safety goggles, protective gloves and
safety clothing when assembling or carrying
out maintenance on the bicycle.
Release the air for the air chambers. Detach
all air insert fitments.
Never service or dismantle a suspension fork
if it has not completely rebounded.
Hazard for the environment due to toxic
substances
The suspension fork contains toxic and
environmentally harmful oils and lubricants. Such
fluids will contaminate if they enter the sewers or
groundwater.
Dispose of lubricants and oils left over after
repairs in an environmentally responsible way
in accordance with statutory regulations.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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