MINOURA FG540 Instruction Manual

Indoor Bike Trainer

[Applicable Wheel Size]

650c – 700c, 26 – 29 inch

[Applicable Wheebase Size]

950 – 1,200mm

(ver.1.2 2016/12)

(Shown with 700c road bike)

Caution

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• This trainer is designed for use only on stable or indoor surfaces. The trainer is not
designed to be used in muddy or off road conditions. Getting dirt in the resistance unit
could may cause damage. Using muddy or dirty tires will cause premature wear on the
rollers.

• Using wheels smaller than 24" will put too much stress on the unit.

• When setting up the FG540 pedal slowly at rst to make sure the rear wheel stays on
the roller and is positioned properly.

If you need help, please contact the shop first where you originally purchased this product or call the distributors
in your country. The distributors list can be found on our web site.

MINOURA North American Tech Center MINOURA Japan Headquraters

(for U.S. residents ONLY)

Hayward, California, U.S.A. 1197-1 Godo, Anpachi, Gifu 503-2305 Japan
Phone: [phone] (8 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri, PST) Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail] Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.minoura.jp

(for ALL customers)

MADE IN JAPAN

Important Notes

• For use with a standard 2-wheel bike with the wheel size between 650c and 700c or 26 and 29 inch
and the wheelbase size between 950 and 1,200mm.
Any longer wheelbase bike such as a tandem or long-tail or other types of bike such as recumbent
or folding bike won't t FG540.

• The front hub is 100mm width and equipped with 9mm standard or 15mm thru-axle type. Any other
hub size cannot be used.
Boost hub and 12mm Thru Axle can be used by using the optional adapter (sold separately).

• The rear triangle of your bike rides freely on the roller. Be careful not to fall down while getting on or
off the bike. Use the handlebar to steady yourself put do not pull on the bars as this may cause the
bike to tip.

The best way to mount the trainer is to stand close to the side of the saddle. Center yourself low

and to the center of the bike, clip into one pedal then slowly swing your other leg over the bike and
clip into the second pedal.

• The quick release skewer in the front fork support is oating mounted with a plastic bushing to avoid
the damage caused by side-to-side shaking during riding. For this reason, the bolts which hold the
bushing are not fully tightened intentionally and there is some space above the bolt.

• Minoura recommends the use of a completely slick (no tread) tire to reduce noise and increase the

longevity of the tire and rollers.

Please Read Carefully Before Use

• The FG540 comes equipped with a standard quick release skewer (Q/R) for the front fork mount.

Tighten the Q/R as you would your wheel to your bike, close it rmly and tightly.

If you are unsure, consult your local bike shop for help.

• Your rear tire must contact both rollers evenly. Adjust the center arm/frame exactly.

Incorrect adjustment will result in unbalanced resistance and poor bike stability.

• For your safety, place the FG540 on a at, even oor or surface. Make sure all legs are fully opened.

Make sure to check the trainer stability, especially when raising the front fork mount.

• DO NOT USE YOUR BRAKE TO REDUCE SPEED!

Doing so will decrease stability, cause your tire to burst or throw you off the bike. Simply reduce your

cadence and let the bike come to a natural stop.

• Keep the children and pets away from the spinning wheel or moving parts.

• It's impossible to change to non-remote type. Removing the remote shifter will automatically set the

resistance level at the maximum position.

• Minoura recommends to use a mat underneath the trainer to protect the oor from sweat or stain

from the rubber feet.

• If you hear a strange noise or smell something unusual, immediately stop using the the trainer and

contact your Minoura dealer. Do not try to disassemble the product without consulting your dealer
or Minoura rst.

• Any warranty will be void if you use FG540 for other purpose than instructed.

Minorua offers 1-year limited warranty on this product from the date of your purchase for any
problem caused by manufacturer's defect. Natural wear will not be covered.
Any damage or problem caused by transporting process is not covered under warranty. Any damage
from shipping or moving must be made to the shipping company.
Read the enclosed "Minoura Limited Warranty Policy" card for more detail.
For the latest information, refer Minoura web site (http://www.minoura.jp).

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Part Names

Front Fork Support
(9mm Q/R, 15mm Thru Axle compatible)

Adapter Sleeve for 15mm Thru Axle
(Red, inside)

Stopper Pin

Knob Lever (backside)

Flywheel

Remote Shifter

Front Roller
(free spinning side)

V-belt

Front Frame
Tripod Left Side Leg

Center Frame Locking Knob

/

Remote Cable

Center Frame

Front Frame /
Tripod Center Leg

Front Frame /
Tripod Right Side Leg

Center Frame Connecting Q/R

Remote Cable Guide
(backside, Right side only)

Rubber Cap

Rear Roller
(driven side)

How To Setup FG540

1

Fully open all tripod
legs, and place on the
floor.

!

Conrm all legs
are fully opened.

!

Magnetic Resistance Unit

Rear Frame

No Tool Required

Do not pinch
your nger when
closing the legs.

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