User manual BIKE NASHBAR NASHBAR ATB THREADLESS STEM

[. . . ] ThreadlessATBStemINST 1/10/02 4:24 PM Page 1 Threadless ATB Stem !v WARNING Thank you for purchasing the Nashbar Threadless ATB Stem. The stem is compatible with any handlebar requiring a 25. 4 mm clamp area. [. . . ] Install the headset as per the manufacturer's instructions. However, do not install the Top Cap and Star Nut yet. Seat the steerer tube firmly in the head tube and press the stem and any spacers to be used firmly against the top of the headset (the compression ring of the headset). Tighten the stem bolts enough to hold everything in place. Make a mark on the steerer tube at the top of the stem. Make sure you have everything correctly assembled before you mark or cut your steerer tube. Remove the stem from the steerer tube, and the fork from the head tube. Carefully cut the fork with a hacksaw 3 mm below the mark just made. The cut must be perpendicular to the steerer tube. Clean the top of the steerer tube with a file or wire brush to remove any rough edges. Wipe the outside of the steerer tube clean with a cloth, slide the fork into place through the headset and slide spacers (if any) and the stem onto the steerer tube. Check to make sure that the top of the steerer tube is approximately 3 mm below the top edge of the stem. a) If the steerer tube is too long, proper headset adjustment will not be possible. The steerer tube will need to be cut (shortened), or spacers will need to be added. [. . . ] Position handlebars as desired and then tighten both bolts securely and evenly (85 inch/lbs. If you have any questions about the proper installation of this product, please call our Technical services department. !v WARNING It is critically important to check that all fittings are tightened securely to avoid possible loss of steering control. For technical support, call 1-800-888-2710, M-F 9am-6pm EST Made in Taiwan www. nashbar. com Bike Nashbar, 6103 Rt. [. . . ]