USER`S MANUAL AND INSTRUCTIONS
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1. FULL SPEED AHEAD EUROPE VIA DEL LAVORO 56 20874 BUSNAGO MILAN ITALY PH 39 039 688 92 65 FAX 39 039 682 33 36 FULL SPEED AHEAD USA 12212 CYRUS WAY MUKILTEO WA 98275 5702 PH 1 425 488 86 93 FAX 1 425 489 10 82 TH INDUSTRIES NO 6 WUGONG 8TH RD WUFENG DIST TAICHUNG CITY 41353 TAIWAN R 0 C PH 886 4 2331 9134 FAX 886 4 2331 1943 If you have questions please visit our web site contact page at VISIONTECHUSA COM Notes Specifications of product may be changed or improved for performance Please refer to website periodically for technical updates and revised instructions2. rim Stop remove the wheel and inspect the pad surface Remove any debris before it damages the rim brake surface Water on the rim and brake pads will reduce brake effectiveness In the wet allow extra distance for stopping Vigorous braking will cause brake pads to melt and mark the rim brake track Do not allow melted pad material to accumulate on the rim surface Pad deposits should be removed with care using a slightly abrasive pad and alcohol Be careful to keep solvents from reaching the tire or the rim cement that securing the tire Pad material on the rim brake track can interfere with brake response cause vibration and create hot spots that could damage the rim lf during frequent inspections noticeable impact damage or any other deformation of the rim is apparent discontinue use and immediately seek advice from an experienced mechanic If an experienced mechanic is unavailable contact Vision directly at VISIONTECHUSA COM In the event of a bicycle accident discontinue riding the bicycle until it has been thoroughly examined by a qualified bicycle mechanic and any damaged parts replaced WHEEL REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available for purchase through all bicycle service and retail locations If the bicycle shop does not stock the necessary parts it can be ordered by the retail location from a VISION distributor or VISION directly A list of distributors is available at VISIONTECHUSA COM WO WSAHOILNOISIA
3. vice versa by replacing the freehub body WO WSAHIILNOISIA 14 A WARNING Z CAUTION WHEEL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS It is the user s responsibility to examine the product on a regular basis to determine the need for service or replacement Cyclists should inspect their bicycle and parts on a regular basis in order to detect damage that may have occurred from normal use or for missing parts Check all parts for damage and wear before every use Should any problems or concerns arise discontinue riding the bicycle and have it inspected by a qualified bicycle technician Using wheels that have not been installed or centered correctly present broken damaged or has missing parts may fail or cause rider to lose control of bicycle leading to accident resulting in personal injury or death HUB MAINTENANCE Vision hubs are equipped with high grade precision sealed cartridge bearings Due to varying factors it is important to have the hub bearings inspected and maintained periodically The recommended service intervals are e Inspection after each riding season one calendar year or 8 000 to 10 000 Km whichever comes first e After use in rain storm muddy and wet conditions e Anytime rotational smoothness signs of corrosion damage to rubber seals and bearing covers is apparent Tech Tips e Avoid getting solvents aerosol lubricants as for chain and strong cleaning solutions on the hubs The solvent can wick pass
4. 7 D metron AC USER S MANUAL AND INSTRUCTIONS VISIONTECHUSA COM User s Manual and Instructions Installation instructions Warranty Wheels package Wheelset installation Wheel Preload Hub Adjustment Technical specifications Spoke replacement and lacing Replacement of the freehub body Maintenance recommendations Wheel replacement parts 04 04 07 08 09 11 12 13 14 15 WNOI VSNHIILNOISIA 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Regularly check the wheels to be certain they are fastened securely to the bicycle fork If the Quick Release is not installed correctly the wheel may become separated Congratulations on your Vision product Please read these instructions and follow them from the fork and result in an accident personal injury or death for correct use Failure to follow the warnings and instructions could result in damage to product which is not covered under warranty damage to bicycle or cause an accident resulting in injury or death Since specific tools and experience are necessary for proper installation it is recommended that the product be installed by a qualified bicycle technician Tires mounted on clincher wheels should not be inflated above 125 psi 8 5 bar Tires mounted on tubular wheels should be inflated per tire manufacturer recommendations Carbon fiber rims require special brake pads to guarantee proper braking performance Use only Vision brake pads with Vision wheels Using other b
5. ARNING Maximum spoke tension must not exceed the tension specification see chart below Using tension above max recommended tension will void warranty and cause wheel failure resulting in serious accidents and injury If tension above maximum Is necessary to true the wheel the rim may be damaged and should be replaced Always avoid the rotation of the spoke spoke wind up when the nipple is tightened or loosened by using an anti rotation spoke tool Fig 2 Rear hub RECOMMENDED SPOKE TENSION Rear Wheel Right Side 100 120 Kgf Left amp Right Side Left Side 80 100 Kgf 80 100 kgf REPLACEMENT OF THE FREEHUB BODY 1 Unscrew the fixing nut by turning it clockwise with a 17 mm wrench while holding the axle steady with by a 5 mm Allen key 2 Remove the freehub body from the axle carefully to avoid damaging the spring or ratchet pawls 3 Insert the new freehub body on the axle and turn the body till the all ratchet pawls are in line with the pawl seats in the hub and then fully insert the freehub body 4 lf necessary add low friction grease to preserve the freehub body mechanism 9 Holding the axle steady by 5 mm Allen key tighten the fixing nut with a 1 mm wrench to an approximate torque of 8 Nm 6 It is recommended to apply a thin layer of medium strength thread locker on the axle then tighten the fixing nut that hold the freehub body NOTE Vision Wheels can be changed from Shimano to Campagnolo compatible and
6. FICATIONS WNOIJ VSNHIILNOISIA Rear Hub ASM 11 Wheel Description Metron 40 Metron 40CH 7 Rear Hub Shell 10 Rear Axle 8 Axle End Nut 11 Freehub Preload Nut Model number VT 840 VI 840CH 9 Threaded Preload Collar p Rimi o 633x24 700x17C Rear Hub Adjustment Rim width height 24mm 40mm 25 mm 40mm Tire type Tubular Clincher Front 268mm 18x0 Rear Left 268mm x0 Spokes Lengths Number x Pattern Rear right 271mm 14x2 Spokes Gauge End AE 14 Direct Pull A WARNING Use original Vision spare parts only for your service Use of incorrect spoke types and lengths may cause failure of the wheel resulting in accident and person Injury 1 Unscrew the Pinch Bolt 5 in the Threaded Preload Collar 9 using a 2 5mm Allen Key WHEEL TRUING 2 Tighten the Threaded Preload Collar 9 by hand until it stops then back off loosen by 1 8th turn 3 Screw in Pinch Bolt 5 and tighten with Allen Key to 2Nm CAUTION Bicycle wheels are straight round and stable because of a balance of 4 Install the wheel in the bike and ensure that there is no lateral side to side movement and that the wheel spoke tension The rim s shape can be changed by tightening and loosening spoke s nipples Wheel rotates freely truing should be performed by persons with adequate wheel truing experience or training If you do not have confidence or experience with wheel truing take the wheels to a qualified technician for Service SPOKE REPLACE
7. If it closes with only moderate hand pressure the QR must be readjusted by opening the QR lever then turning the QR nut clockwise until the closing action of the QR lever requires the recommended force A WARNING e f you are unfamiliar with Quick Release assembly it is recommended to ask for advice from your local bike shop Riding with an improperly assembled Quick Release can cause the wheel to shift while in use resulting in accident and injury e Regularly check the QR adjustment If the Quick Release is not installed correctly the wheel may become separated from the fork and result in an accident personal injury or death e Always close the skewer lever completely Do not allow a frame or fork tube or any other member to inhibit full lever travel when closing Failure to close the lever completely will limit cam engagement and the skewer s ability to hold the wheel in place 1 Unscrew the Pinch Bolt 5 in the Threaded Preload Collar 4 using a 2 5mm Allen Key Note The QR must be periodically lubricated at the pivot points so it can exert maximum sideways force 2 Tighten the Threaded Preload Collar 4 by hand until it stops then back off loosen by 1 8th turn 3 screw in the Pinch Bolt 5 and tighten with the Allen Key to 2Nm r i 4 4 Install the wheel in the bike and ensure that there is no lateral side to side movement and that the wheel rotates A freely ayl Hi6 wW Er Y OK OK OK NO TECHNICAL SPECI
8. MENT AND LACING A CAUTION gt Before replacing a spoke please check the above technical specifications for the correct spoke length and type Always use original Vision spare parts before proceeding with the replacement 1 Remove the spoke and nipple to be replaced 2 Front hub unscrew the axle end cap 3 using a 5mm Allen wrench and the Threaded Preload Collar 4 using a 2 5mm Allen wrench and remove the axle end cap by hand Fig 1 3 Remove the Threaded Preload Collar 4 and the front axle 2 4 Slide the new spoke in the flange hub hole and re mount the hub internals following the sequence shown in Fig 1 9 Rear hub non drive side unscrew the Pinch Bolt 5 in the Threaded Preload Collar 9 using a 2 5 mm Allen Key Fig 2 and then unscrew the Threaded Preload Collar 9 6 Using a 5mm Allen wrench unscrew and remove the rear Axle End Nut 8 together with Threaded Preload Collar 9 7 Slide the new spoke in the flange hub hole and re mount the hub internals following the sequence shown in Fig 2 8 Rear hub drive side replace the spoke in accordance with the original position and install it with proper positioning to adjacent spokes 9 Secure the spoke to the rim by tightening the nipple 10 Use a spoke tension measuring device to follow the recommended tension as in the chart below 11 After replacing the spoke tensioned and centered the wheel check that the flat spoke aero is Oriented in an aerodynamic position A W
9. ed the seals and break down the bearing grease e When washing the bike use only mild soap and a gentle stream of water for rinsing Always avoid pressure washing Such systems can direct super heated water with special wetting agents at 10X atmospheric pressure forcing water passed the bearing seal and removing vital bearing grease since specific tools and experience are necessary for hub maintenance it is recommended that the service should be done by a Vision Authorized Service Center Please contact the Authorized Vision Distributors and Warranty Service Centers closest to your country of residence A list of Authorized is posted at VISIONTECHUSA COM RIM MAINTENANCE Carbon fiber rims are complex composite structures Please ride them thoughtfully and inspect them regularly for damage and wear Vision Carbon rim s brake surface has a special layer to resist brake heat and abrasion Discontinue use and replace rim when the layer has worn off When braking especially during descents use both front and rear brakes Front and Rear brakes have different benefits and limitations so use them according to instructions from an experienced rider It is important that both rims are employed during descents to properly dissipate heat When riding in wet or dirty conditions listen for scraping sounds that might indicate soil or grit is trapped in the brake pad If so the pad will be less effective for stopping and extra abrasive against the
10. ke Pads F Valve Extensions only VT 840 G Spoke Protector WOI VSNHIILNOISIA Vision Spoke Protector is intended to prevent the chain from falling down in the spokes Please install it on the rear wheel before riding Pr y WHEELSET INSTALLATION A WHEEL PRELOAD HUB ADJUSTMENT E 2 LFor mounting tires carefully follow the instructions provided by the tire ees 2 manufacturer j Specification 3 2 Apply light grease onto the Freehub Body Install the cassette per Model Name Vision PRA Hubs Model No VT 840 VI 840CH PRA Hubs 9 manufacturers recommendations The Shimano freehub body is compatible with S11 cassette A spacer A is required when mounting Front Hub ASM sat deena The Campagnolo Freehub Body is compatible with C10 1 Front Hub Shell Emend Prolong Culler 2 Front Hub Axle 5 M3 Pinch Bolt 3 Axle End Cap 6 Alignment Collar A WARNING Do not use Vision carbon specific pads with non carbon alloy rims 3 Insert the Quick Releases into the wheel The lever of the Quick Releases should go on the non Front Hub Adjustment drive side Thread the Quick Release nut but do not tight Note Front Quick Release is shorter than rear 4 Install the Front and Rear Wheel into the drop outs of the fork and frame With the QR lever in the open position tighten the QR until it is in contact with the frame or fork dropouts Close the QR lever The QR lever should require substantial effort to close the last 25 30 degrees
11. rands of brake pads can damage the rim and cause an accident personal injury or death Using other brands of brake pads will void the Vision Warranty Inspect the brake pads frequently for metal ships or other foreign debris WARRANT Y Metal debris and foreign objects in the brake pad will cause compromised braking performance and severe rim damage that may result in wheel failure and cause accident Full Speed Ahead FSA warrants all FSA Gravity Vision Metropolis and RPM products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years after original purchase unless otherwise stated in the full warranty policy The warranty is non transferable and valid to the original purchaser of the product only Full warranty policy is available at Rims wear with use Check the braking surface of rim frequently and replace if worn Riding with a worn rim may cause wheel failure and serious accident resulting in FULLSPEEDAHEAD COM Injury WO VSAHOILNOISIA 6 VISION METRON 40 VT 840 VT840CH Metron 40 Clincher VT 840CH Rear Wheel Shimano Grey Black Decal Metron 40 Tubular VI 840 Rear Wheel Campagnolo Red Decal Metron 40 Clincher VI 840CH Rear Wheel Campagnolo Red Decal Metron 40 Tubular V1 840 Rear Wheel Campagnolo Grey Black Decal Metron 40 Clincher VI 840CH Rear Wheel Campagnolo Grey Black Decal WHEELS PACKAGE A Wheels B Wheels bag C Accessories bag Instructions D Quick Release QR E Bra
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