Instructions / Assembly

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

LUBRICATION

All the pivoting points of the front and rear derailleurs should be lubricated with light

oil at least every month. Be sure to wipe off any excess oil to prevent attraction of

dirt into the mechanisms. The shifting cables should be cleaned and re-coated with a

thin layer of grease every six months, or whenever new cables are being installed.

ADJUSTMENT - REAR DERAILLEUR

The Low limit screw determines how far the rear derailleur will travel toward the

wheel of the bicycle, while the High limit screw determines how far the cage will

travel toward the frame.

1. Shift the rear shifter to the largest number indicated, disconnect the rear derailleur

cable from the cable anchor bolt and place the chain on the smallest sprocket.

2. Adjust the High limit screw so the chain and the smallest sprocket are lined up

vertically. Remove any slack in the cable by pulling it taut, then re-connect the

cable and tighten the cable anchor bolt securely.

3. Some derailleurs have an adjusting barrel (see drawing). Use the adjusting barrel

clockwise will move the derailleur outboard - away from the wheel - while turning

it clockwise will direct the chain inboard - towards the wheel.

4. Shift the chain onto the largest sprocket; adjust the low limit screw so the chain

and the largest cog are lined up vertically. If you are unable to get the chain to the

largest cog, turning the Low limit screw counter-clockwise will enable the chain

to move towards the wheel.

5. Shift through the gears ensuring each gear is achieved quietly and without

hesitation.

NOTE: It may take several adjustments to achieve the desired positioning. Please

refer to the troubleshooting section for more assistance.

NOTE: Some bicycles may be equipped with a rear derailleur mechanism that works

in REVERSE to the directions above.