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Installation:
1. Read all warning labels associated with this product.
2. Remove from the new quick release skewer the tension adjusting nut
and the cone spring next to the tension adjusting nut. Add a thin film of
grease between the lever cam and the cam washer, and the entire skewer including the threads (see diagram 1).
3. Slide the skewer through the hollow hub axle of the wheel so that the
quick release lever will be on the left side of the bike when the wheel
is installed.
4. Put the spring that you removed back onto the skewer. The small end of
the spring should face the hub.
5. Thread the tension adjusting nut onto the skewer.
6. Move the quick release lever to a position halfway between the OPEN
and CLOSE position (perpendicular to the bicycle frame). Using your
hand, turn the tension adjusting nut until it can no longer be turned and
is firmly against the fork or rear dropout (see diagram 2).
7. Ensure the axle is positioned correctly in the forks or rear dropouts
(see diagram 3).
8. Move the quick release lever to the CLOSE position. Be sure the quick release lever is all the
way to the CLOSE position. Note: if the Quick Release Lever can easily be pushed to the
CLOSE position, this means that it is not secured tightly enough. If this is the case, move
the quick release lever to the OPEN position and tighten the tension adjusting nut an additional
1
⁄8 - 1⁄4 revolution to increase the clamping strength, then return the quick release lever to the
CLOSE position. If the Quick Release Lever can still be easily pushed to the CLOSE position,
repeat the procedure until proper adjustment is obtained.
9. The Lever should always be on the left side of the bike and pointed to the rear of the bike.
10. If you opened your brake cable quick release to remove the wheel, be sure to close the brake
cable quick release after re-installing the wheel. Please refer to your bicycle owner’s manual for
information on the brake quick release.
11. Make sure the Quick Release Levers are in the CLOSE position before riding your bike.
Quick Release
Skewer Installation
For Technical support, call 1-800-888-2710, M-F 9am-6pm EST Made in Taiwan
Bike Nashbar, 6103 Rt 446, Canfield,OH 44406 www.Nashbar.com
Cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. The likelihood of accidents is greatly increased if your Quick Release
Skewer (or any part) is incorrectly installed, is incompatible, or is damaged. Incorrect installation or damage to
the Quick Release Skewer could cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Do not attempt to install this
unless you have read and understand these instructions.
skewer
cone springs
quick release lever
(shown in CLOSE Position)
lever cam
cam washer
tension
adjusting
nut
APPLY GREASE HERE
Diagram 1: Assembled parts of
the Quick Release Skewer.
OPEN
Tightening torque 43-65 in.lbs.
CCLLOO SS EE
Diagram 2: Open and closed positions
of the Quick Release Skewer.
CORRECT INCORRECT
Diagram 3: Axle positions.
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