User manual SHIMANO HB-M988 ASSEMBLY

[. . . ] SI-27X0A-002-00 General Safety Information WARNING · The HB-M988 front hub is not designed for downhill bicycle riding and freeriding. However, depending on the riding condition, The hub axle could develop a crack, which may result in failure of the hub axle. This can lead to an accident that could result in serious injury or even death. [. . . ] Check that the brake components have cooled down sufficiently before attempting to adjust the brakes. · Always make sure that the front and rear brakes are working correctly before you ride the bicycle. · Be careful not to allow any oil or grease to get onto the rotor and brake pads, otherwise the brakes may not work correctly. · If any oil or grease do get on the pads, you should replace the pads. · If the E-Thru lever is on the same side as the rotor, there is the danger that it may interfere with the rotor, so check E-Thru lever that it does not interfere. · Check that the wheels are fastened securely before riding the bicycle. If the wheels are loose in any way, they Rotor may come off the bicycle and serious injury may result. · Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts. Loose, worn or damaged parts may cause the bicycle to fall over and serious injury may occur as a result. · Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place for later reference. · Be sure to carefully read the Service Instructions for the disc brakes also. Technical Service Instructions SI-27X0A-002 < Assembly > Install the axle pipe, and then use the special tools to tighten the lock nut so as to double-lock the mechanism as shown in the illustration. If using a hub spanner on the beveled parts of the left-hand axle cap, be careful not to apply excessive torque, otherwise damage may occur. TL-7S20 HB-M988 Front hub In order to realize the best performance, we recommend that the following combination be used. Series Caliper Brake Lever Rotor XTR BR-M985 BL-M985 SM-RT98 Tightening torque: 21 - 26 N·m {183 - 226 in. of spoke holes HB-M988 32 Axle pipe TL-7S20 Wheel spoke lacing Rotating direction of wheel Front left Front right Maintenance These units can be disassembled as shown in the illustrations. of balls: 17 Ball size: 5/32" Applying grease DURA-ACE grease (Y-04110000) Check that the spokes have been laced as shown in the illustration. Use the TL-HB16 assembly tool when assembling the wheel. Installation of the rotor NOTICE When using the special tool (TL-FC36) to remove and install the rotor mounting ring, be careful not to touch the outside of the rotor with your hands. Wear gloves to protect your hands from getting cut. Seal (Lip is on the outside) NOTICE · When using the special tool (TL-FC36) to remove and install the rotor mounting ring, be careful not to touch the outside of the rotor with your hands. [. . . ] When reinstalling the seal, make sure that it is facing the right way, and insert it as far as it will go. · Do not disassemble the dust cover which is crimped onto the Left hand axle cap. One Holland, Irvine, California 92618, U. S. A. Phone: +1-949-951-5003 Industrieweg 24, 8071 CT Nunspeet, The Netherlands Phone: +31-341-272222 3-77 Oimatsu-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai-shi, Osaka 590-8577, Japan * Service Instructions in further languages are available at : http://techdocs. shimano. com Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. [. . . ]