Owner's manual · RT8 TT · RT8 C · RT6 TT · RT6 C THE PASSION PEOPLE www.magura.
Contents Diagrams Introduction Preface................................14 Legend................................14 Technical Specifications Specifications.....................15 Dimensions.........................15 English Safety Intended use.......................16 Basic safety instructions.....16 . Installation Fit the brake........................18 General................................. 18 Mounting brake lever . (RT TT).................................. 18 Mounting the converter . (RT C)......
Diagrams A1 A2 1 2 B1 1 B2 4 2 8 mm 4 N·m (35 lbf·in) max. 4 ~10 mm THE PASSION PEOPLE www.magura.
Diagrams TD A B 1 C D F E G 5
Diagrams C1 C2 3 1,2 N·m (11 lbf·in) max. D1 D2 2 T20 2 N·m (18 lbf·in) max. 6 20 mm min. THE PASSION PEOPLE www.magura.
Diagrams D3 D4 4 4 1 2 N·m (18 lbf·in) max.
Diagrams E1 F1 1 3 2 2 1 10 mm min. 8 mm 4 N·m (35 lbf·in) max. 5 mm 5 N·m (44 lbf·in) max. G1 G2 18 mm – 22 mm 3 1 23 mm – 28 mm 2 4 5 2 1,5 N·m (13 lbf·in) max. 8 THE PASSION PEOPLE www.magura.
Diagrams H1 3 2 4 mm 7 N·m (62 lbf·in) max.
Diagrams J1 J2 1 2 1 J3 2 1 10 THE PASSION PEOPLE www.magura.
Diagrams K1 11
Diagrams L1 L2 4 2 5 3 1 3 mm 4 N·m (35 lbf·in) max. L3 L4 2 6 7 7 6 8 mm 4 N·m (35 lbf·in) max. 12 T25 0,5 N·m (4 lbf·in) max. THE PASSION PEOPLE www.magura.
Diagrams L5 3 3 M1 3 13
Introduction Introduction Preface Welcome to the PASSION PEOPLE, You have purchased a powerful, low-maintenance MAGURA RT hydraulic rim brake of the latest generation – designed in Germany. This User Manual is an integral part of your MAGURA product and gives you details of the required tools, correct installation, safe use, maintenance and setup options. Please read this Manual carefully before you install or use your MAGURA product.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Specifications RT8 Type name TT hydraulic (MAGURA) Variant Brake lever Brake fluid Time trials, triathlon Applications RT6 C TT Race bike (cable / converter) hydraulic (MAGURA) MAGURA Royal Blood (mineral oil) Street, touring Time trials, triathlon C Race bike (cable / converter) Street, touring Dimensions RT8 Type name Variant TT Ø steerer tube (fork) (A) Thickness of retainer (B) – Retainer angle (C)/ (D)* Ø clamping of brake lever (E) Stud
Safety Safety Intended use Any use other than the intended use can lead to accidents that cause serious or fatal injury. MAGURA type RT8 TT and RT6 TT rim brakes are designed and intended exclusively –– for installation on standard time trial and triathlon race bikes and the standard time trial or triathlon handlebars.
Safety On the Road Danger of accidents due to component failure. Danger of accident due to improper behaviour or improper equipment during riding. –– Before each trip, make sure that the quick release system on your –– Always match your speed to the current road and weather conditions.. wheels is fitted correctly and that your wheels will not work loose. –– Before each trip, make sure your wheels move freely and do not contact the brake pads at any point.
Installation Installation Fit the brake General LLThe following assembly steps always refer to the front wheel brake, but they are identical for the rear wheel brake unless otherwise specified. )) Make sure that the dimensions of the handlebar (Ø clamping of brake lever), fork shaft (Ø converter retainer) and wheels fit your brake – see Technical Specifications, page 15. Danger of accident resulting from restricted or blocked steering movement because brake hose is too short or too long.
Installation )) Tighten the clamping screws (3) alternately to a tightening torque of max. 1.2 N·m (11 lbf·in) [C2]. LLThe brake lever can be rotated by hand when forced. It is advantageous if the brake lever can rotate in the event of a fall. This reduces the danger of irreparable damage to the handlebar. Mounting the converter (RT C) )) Mount the converter under the stem on the fork shaft [D1] – use spacers as desired or required. )) Align the stem and converter straight.
Installation Changing brake lever allocation (RT C) Important – see General, page 18! )) Mark the cut on the brake hose [B2]. )) Place the brake hose on a solid surface (wood, plastic, etc.) and cut at LLIf the connections at the master cylinder are released, the brake must right angles with a sharp blade – if required use the MAGURA hose cutter. )) Remove the brake body from the fork or rear triangle. )) Place the sleeve nut (1) and new olive (2) on the brake hose [B1].
Installation Mounting brake shoes Setting pressure point Danger of accident due to brake failure caused by faulty installation. Danger of accident due to brake failure caused by faulty installation. –– Use original MAGURA brake shoes exclusively – they have an important spacer, a correspondingly longer threaded sleeve and screw. –– Use only brake pads that have been approved by the rim manufacturer (for carbon rims, for example). Danger of accident by bursting tyres.
Maintenance LLTake some time to familiarize yourself with your new MAGURA brake – Regular preferably away from traffic. Danger of accidents due to component failure. Danger of accident due to damaged brake caused by incorrect or impermissible installation work. Danger of accident due to improper accessories. – see Basic safety instructions, page 16. Opening the brake for dis-/mounting the wheel RT TT: )) Press the quick releas (1) at the brake handle down [ J1]. ÎÎ The brake lever and brake arms open.
Maintenance )) Make sure that the brake responds immediately when the brake lever is Retightening brake cables (RT C) actuated.. Bleed brake if necessary – see Bleeding and filling brake, page 24. )) Make sure that the pressure point is clearly defined – not spongy – and does not remain constant.. Bleed brake if necessary – see Bleeding and filling brake, page 24.
Maintenance Bleeding and filling brake LLEBT (Easy Bleed Technology) makes it easy to bleed the brake. LLThe only difference between bleeding and filling – if any – is the amount of oil required – the procedure is identical. Loss of oil and irreparable damage to the braking system. –– Open the lock screws for bleeding and filling only. –– Use MAGURA Royal Blood (mineral oil) exclusively for bleeding and filling – never DOT brake fluid. –– Never remove the stud bolts (3) [F1] [M1].
Warranty Parts, components and assemblies subject to normal wear and tear are not covered under this warranty. The warranty can expire when use according to the terms is no longer applicable. To this appropriate use also belongs the conditions for operating, maintaining and servicing as prescribed in the Manual. Warranty duration and laws may vary from state to state and/or country to country. Warranty cases should be dealt normally by your dealer.
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