User manual BONTRAGER CARBON WHEEL

[. . . ] If you have a question or problem that your Bontrager dealer can't handle, contact us at: Bontrager Components 920. 478. 4678 Attn: Customer Service http://www. bontrager. com 801 W. Madison Street Waterloo, Wisconsin 53594 © Copyright Trek Bicycle Corporation 2004 All rights reserved Introduction This manual covers the Bontrager Race XXX Lite Carbon tubular and clincher wheelsets and the Bontrager Race X Lite Aero Carbon tubular wheelset. These wheels are constructed with carbon composite rims. The carbon composite material is very light weight and strong, but requires some special care and maintenance. [. . . ] Heat fade is a loss of braking performance after long, hard brake application. Carbon fiber rims also can be extremely abrasive in wet conditions, causing standard brake pads to wear prematurely. Only use Bontrager Carbon Brake Pads or a similar product with carbon fiber rims. If your bicycle has carbon fiber rims, also follow the carbon fiber composite inspection procedures. With carbon rims, avoid certain chemicals, abrasives, or extreme heat When cleaning composite parts, do not use solvents, abrasives, or harsh chemicals. Remove road film with a soft rag and a mild detergent and water solution. Use of industrial solvents for cleaning or glue removal may damage not only the rim finish but also the adhesive which joins the rim parts. To clean rims, wipe them with acetone and a clean soft cloth. Excessive heat, such as that used in powder coating, or any open flame, may damage the adhesive which joins the rim parts. (82º C. ) exposure to your composite rims. Removing paint from an OCLV rim requires special techniques and so should 2 only be done at the factory. Modifying the wheelset (including hubs, spokes, nipples or rims) in any way will void the manufacturers warranty and may be unsafe. Inspect carbon fiber parts frequently Unlike metal parts, carbon composite parts that have been damaged may not bend, bulge or deform; a damaged part may appear to be normal to a cursory glance. After any high force load, like a crash, or other impact to your bicycle, thoroughly inspect all the parts of your bike, and use the following procedures to inspect carbon composite parts. To check a part for surface problems (visual test) 1. Clean the part thoroughly with a damp cloth. Look closely for problems: scratches, gouges, cracks, loose fibers (which will appear like thin hairs), or other surface flaws 3. If the part has any problems, do not ride the bike. Take the bike to your dealer for replacement or further inspection. To check a part for loss of rigidity (flex test) 1. Use the part in a normal manner (without actually riding) while someone watches carefully for unexpected movement. As an example, if you suspect a composite seatpost has been damaged, sit gently on the saddle while someone watches to see if the seatpost flexes. [. . . ] Trek is not responsible for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. Claims under this warranty must be made through an authorized dealer. [. . . ]