User manual BONTRAGER CRANKSET

[. . . ] With good maintenance, a chain usually lasts 1000 to 1500 miles. A worn chain will cause the chainrings of your crankset to wear prematurely. Replacing the chain takes special tools and training and should only be done by your dealer. Tighten the pedals into the crank arms; turn the right pedal clockwise, but the left pedal counter-clockwise (Figure 3): · Pedals: 350-380 lb·in (40. 2-42. 9 Nm). [. . . ] If you are not sure if this crankset is compatible with your bicycle, consult your dealer. Pedal removal and installation To remove the pedals Note: There are right and left pedals, usually marked with a letter stamped on the end of the pedal axle, or on the wrench flats. Turn the right pedal spindle counter-clockwise to remove the right pedal, the opposite direction of tightening (Figure 3). Turn the left pedal axle clockwise to remove the pedal. To install the pedals 1. Apply a light coat of Wrench Force® synthetic grease or a similar lubricant over all the threads. See your dealer for a recommended grease. Place the pedal washer over the pedal threads. Thread the pedal into the crank arm by hand. Follow the instructions for tightening pedals in Inspect your crankset regularly. Crank arm removal and installation The left crank arm is held in place by a crank bolt (Figure 2). To remove a crankarm 1. Loosen the crankarm bolt on the left crankarm. Continue turning the crank bolt to remove the crank arm. To install a crankarm With a self-extracting bolt, the parts must be correctly assembled Extractor collar (Figure 6). Apply a light coat of Wrench Force® synthetic grease or a similar lubricant over all the threads, and the bottom bracket axle splines. Crank See your dealer for a recommended grease. Align the splines of the axle with the crank arm, and slide the arm onto the axle. When installing the crankarm, note the alignment of the opposite crank arm. Carefully engage the threads of the crank bolt. Tighten as in Inspect your crankset regularly. Figure 6- Self-extractor bolt parts 3 Bottom bracket removal and installation A conventional crankset is comprised of a left crankarm, right crankarm, and bottom bracket. With the Bontrager Road crankset, the right crank arm and bottom bracket are inseparable. To remove a standard bottom bracket 1. Loosen the crankarm bolt on the left crankarm and remove the left crankarm. [. . . ] If there is play, remove both crankarms, grease the contact between the bottom bracket axle and the bearings, and reinstall. It may require installing the cranks several times to eliminate all play. Bontrager Warranty Trek Bicycle Corporation warrants each new Bontrager component against defects in workmanship and materials for the a period of one year from the date of sale. This warranty does not cover· · · · 4 Normal wear and tear Improper assembly Improper follow-up maintenance Installation of parts or accessories not originally intended for, or compatible with, the wheels as sold · Damage or failure due to accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect · Labor charges for part replacement or changeover This warranty is void in its entirety by any modification of the component or its parts. This warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective item and is the sole remedy of the warranty. This warranty extends from the date of purchase, applies only to the original owner, and is not transferable. [. . . ]