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1. Your new Gunnar frameset reflects the passion of people who like bikes bikes for fun bikes for work and bikes to help you grow We d like you to be able to look at your bike as a loyal friend just like Gunnar is to us Tough as we ve built your Gunnar it needs care to give you the service you deserve In this manual we provide you lots of tips on how to keep your Gunnar happy for many years Gunnar is our shop dog and your symbol for the fun passion and loyalty we put into every Gunnar frame and fork UNPACKING Use special care in unpacking your Gunnar to minimize damage Wait until you are ready to begin assembly before you fully unpack the frameset To remove the frame and fork from the box you will need a box staple remover a flat head screw driver and a pair of pliers It s a good idea to have your bike stand ready to mount your Gunnar for assembly as well as a seatpost Do not use a box cutter since you ll want to save the box for possible future use e Remove as many staples as possible particularly from the top flap of the box Use the staple remover If not available use the flat head screw driver to lift up the staple and the pliers to finish removal e Be sure to remove all packing material from the bike especially the seatmast stabilizer tube This tube prevents the frame from shifting from side to side during shipping Ifthe tube slips down into the seatmast and is then assembled itcan hold moisture inside the2. frame with the front axle over the rear axle Touch up scratches soon after they appear either using Waterford touch up paint or in a pinch nail polish You can order touch up paint either through your dealer or directly from Waterford PREVENTING INTERNAL CORROSION Add protection to your frame through special internal treatments such as with Weigel s FrameSaver Internal protecion is critical for winter commuting especially in areas with salted roads or salt air Do not plug drain holes Plugging up drain holes prevents the release of moisture which inevitably forms inside the frame Moisture trapped in the sealed section of the frame will accelerate corrosion Drain your frame after wet rides or washings by holding the frame such that the front axle is directly over the rear axle Cr EEN eX PROTECTING YOURSELF Ride Safe Even though all we provide is the frame the complete bike and the Inspection While cleaning and waxing your machine regularly inspect adjust rider is always our chief concern Follow safe riding practices and if necessary replace components to insure better overall riding gt Always wear a helmet performance and avoid stress on the head tube bottom bracket and derailleur gt Obey traffic laws hanger threads gt Wear proper clothing for conditions If you crash The beauty of steel is that structural failure is typically slow gt Stay visible day and night with bright clothing reflectors and pr
3. mal maintenance items or any damage failure or loss caused by 1 Accident misuse neglect abuse or improper maintenance 2 Use of the product for stunt riding ramp jumping acrobatics competition or similar activities 3 Structural modifications made by anyone other than Waterford Precision Cycles 4 Failure to follow instructions or warnings in the owner s manual e This Warranty is applicable to the original purchaser of the frameset only Purchasers through on line web sites are not considered the Original owner e This Warranty does not cover separately sold products e Waterford will at its option repair or replace a defective product Dealer labor charges are not covered by this warranty e Waterford is notliable for incidental or consequential damages Repair or replacement of defective products is the sole remedy under this warranty e Ifyou elect to repair a damaged or defective Waterford product through a source other than Waterford then Waterford will not be liable for the defect s or damage caused by such repairs GUNNAR CYCLES 816 W Bakke Ave Waterford Wisconsin 53185 Phone 262 534 4190 Fax 262 534 4194 GUNNA RBIKES COM
4. nd technology available today Anumber of Waterfords have already become collector s items and appear in museums Help us maintain your bike s pedigree by providing us information about yourself e If you sell your Gunnar please invite your buyer to register their name with us as well e Register any way you can The best way to register is at Gunnarbikes com If an internet connection is not available call us to register by phone during regular office hours at 262 534 4190 Assure your place in history Register now INSURANCE Don t forget to insure your Gunnar It s a big enough investment to warrant adding it to your homeowners or other property insurance policy This protects you in case of accidents theft and so on GUNNARBIKES COM This internet resource is available 24 hours a day and includes detailed technical information as well as up to the minute news and fast service The full address is http www gunnarbikes com GUNNAR FRAMESET SPECIFICATIONS Model Spec Steerer Tube Diameter 1 1 8 28 6mm 68mm English BSA 68mm 73mm All specifications are subject to change without notice THE GUNNAR LOYAL FRIEND WARRANTY Your Gunnar was built by Waterford Precision Cycles Inc Waterford who warrants against all defects in material or workmanship for Gunnar Framesets sold by Waterford or through its authorized dealers without a time limit This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear nor
5. of the head tube especially on mountain bikes where hard hits hammer the fork steerer tube against the head cups Threadless headsets Gunnar recommends against installing more than 40mm of headset spacers on its steel forks Review with the manufacturer for limits on separately purchased forks Bottom bracket Use the spindle length of recommended by the crank bottom bracket manufacturer Be sure to provide enough chainring clearance at least 3mm If the bottom bracket clamps to the faces sand the face down to the primer to prevent damage to paint beyond the edges of the bottom bracket faces Tires Tire proportions and sizing are not standardized Two 700x23C tires may have different diameters even different model years for a particular tire Gunnar attempts to provide generous clearance for an expected range of tire sizes but cannot guarantee that all tires will fit a particular frame Racks Fenders Be sure to use washers to protect the paint on eyelets and rack mounts GUNNAR FRAMESET OWNERS MANUAL PROTECTING YOUR FINISH The finishes on your new Waterford built frameset contain the most advanced urethane polymers available Properly cared for your frame finish will retain its deep luster and gloss through years of hard service However even the most advanced finishes can absorb water and sweat which allow corrosion to begin beneath the surface The following procedures can significantly extend the life of your finish Let i
6. oper lighting If you have a Crash a crack might not be visible Continue to inspect the ASSEMBLY AND MAINTENANCE Proper and regular mechanical maintenance will extend your frameset s life for many years e Follow your component manufacturer s recommendations for proper maintenance External moving parts should be lubricated regularly especially chain as well as pivot points on the derailleur shifters brake levers and calipers Chains should be replaced when they stretch beyond the manufacturer s standards Follow the manufacturer s instructions for such work e Performa full annual tuneup This includes disassembly inspection and possible component replacement as well as relubrication of internal surfaces such as bearings bottom bracket threads and derailleur mounts Include a thorough cleaning and waxing to keep your finish fresh e Don t forget the seatpost Atleast annually remove relubricate or reapply wax or friction paste depending on the post and reinstall the seatpost e Consider more frequent maintenance in corrosive conditions such as in places with high humidity and or salt air Rigourous mechanical maintenance not only improves general safety it also will improve your race results and or enjoyment of long rides Remember a cleaned and tuned bike is a fast bike frame during the period after the crash to see if small cracks appear THE GUNNAR RIDER REGISTRY Your Gunnar represents the highest level of workmanship a
7. t cure Your paint requires about a month from when we paint it to fully cure When you get your 30 day check up with your dealer have your Gunnar Dealer clean and wax your bike Use the right wax Once cured use a non breathable carnauba wax with UV protectants such as Meguaires Tech Wax or Johnson s Turtle Wax UV protection slows fading and embrittling of the paint Be sure to wax hard to reach surfaces such as the inside of cable stops and around water bottle bosses as these areas are where corrosion can start Use only a soft cloth when buffing This prevents the appearance of tiny scratches in the finish Many paper towels include plastic fibers which can abrade the surface When to re wax Once a year will do it for most environments Winter commuters and riders in salt air conditions should get at least a second waxing When water stops beading up on the surface of your frame it s time to re wax Why when and how to clean your Gunnar Washing your Gunnar rinses off salt sweat and sports drinks the three major agents of corrosion It also removes road grime which abrades your finish and compromises the waxed surface e Remove cables from split cable stops to make sure the stops get cleaned and waxed e Use a mild detergent such as dish soap or Simple Green well diluted e Use only a soft bristle brush and sponge to wash e Rinse generously with clear water e Use only a 100 cotton towel for drying e Drain by holding the
8. tube which can lead to structural corrosion e Be sure you ve located anything else enclosed with your frameset Shipping documents chainstay protector owner s manual special fork hardware accessories and or clothing e To assemble and service your Gunnar install the seatpost and clamp the seatpost not your frame to your bike stand Clamping your Gunnar frame directly may deform the clamped tube PROPER ASSEMBLY The long safe and enjoyable service of your Gunnar begins with proper assembly Make sure that the components selected for your frame are designed to fit it Seatposts Seatposts should measure only 02 mm less than the stated dimension of the seatpost e g 27 18 fora 27 2mm post For most alloy posts a light application of lithium grease does the job For carbon posts use a wax If you find the seatpost slipping from hard use apply a friction paste such as Syntace Dynamic Friction Paste WARNINGS Donotinstall the seatpost clamp with the bolt assembly toward the front of the bike Failure to follow these requirements may void your warranty Seatpost Insertion Make sure you have enough insertion for your seatpost You should never see the max height line marked on the seatpost You ll have better support if you have at least 1 inch 25mm between the max height line and the top of the seat tube Headsets Headsets should be tightened according to the headset manufacturer s instructions Loose headsets may cause ovalization
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