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(English)
User's Manual
UM-8K50A-004
Cantilever Brakes
https://si.shimano.com
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Contents
IMPORTANT NOTICE........................................................................................ 3
Important safety information........................................................................ 4
Notice............................................................................................................... 5
Regular inspections before riding the bicycle .............................................. 6
Names of parts................................................................................................ 7
How to operate............................................................................................... 8
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Contact the place of purchase or a distributor for information on installation, adjustment, and replacement of
the products which are not found in the user's manual. A dealer's manual for professional and experienced
bicycle mechanics is available on our website ( https://si.shimano.com ).
For safety, be sure to read this “user's manual” thoroughly before use, follow it for correct use, and store it so
that it can be referenced at any time.
The following instructions must be observed at all times in order to prevent personal injury and physical damage
to equipment and surroundings. The instructions are classified according to the degree of danger or damage
which may occur if the product is used incorrectly.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Failure to follow the instructions will result in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow the instructions could result in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow the instructions could cause personal injury or physical damage to
equipment and surroundings.
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Important safety information
Important safety information
Because each bicycle may handle slightly differently depending on the model, be sure to learn the proper
braking technique (including brake lever pressure and bicycle control characteristics) and operation of
your bicycle. Improper use of your bicycle's brake system may result in a loss of control or a fall, which
could lead to severe injury.
Do not disassemble or modify the product. This may cause the product to not operate correctly, and you
may suddenly fall and be seriously injured.
Do not apply the front brake too strongly. If you do so, the front wheel may lock and the bicycle may fall
forward, and serious injury may result.
Because the required braking distance will be longer during wet weather, reduce your speed and apply the
brakes early and gently. You may fall or collide and be seriously injured.
A wet road surface may cause tires to lose traction; therefore, to avoid this, reduce your speed and apply
the brakes early and gently. If the tires lose traction, you may fall and be seriously injured.
Do not allow any oil or grease to get onto the brake shoes. Riding the bicycle with oil or grease on the
brake shoes may prevent the brakes from operating and result in serious injury due to a fall or collision.
Do not use the brake cable if it has any rust, fraying, or cracks. Otherwise, the brakes may not work
correctly.
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Notice
Notice
When combined with a ceramic rim, SHIMANO standard brake shoes wear down more quickly.
If the brake shoes have worn down until the grooves are no longer visible, consult your place of purchase or a
distributor.
Different brake shoes have their own characteristics. Ask the place of purchase or a distributor for details
when purchasing the brake shoes.
Products are not guaranteed against natural wear and deterioration from normal use and aging.
For maximum performance we highly recommend SHIMANO lubricants and maintenance products.
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Regular inspections before riding the bicycle
Regular inspections before riding
the bicycle
Before riding the bicycle, check the following items. If any problems are found, consult your place of purchase or
a distributor.
Do the front and rear brakes work correctly?
Does the brake cable have any rust, fraying, or cracks?
Have the brake shoes worn down to the grooves?
Are there signs of cracks or peeling on the levers?
Are there any abnormal noises?
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Grooves of brake
shoe
Brake cable
Rim surface
Rim
surface
Cantilever brake
Brake shoe
Names of parts
Names of parts
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Link cable
(1)(1)
(2)
Groove
The state with
the link cable
removed.
How to operate
How to operate
When removing the wheel, push the left and right cantilever brakes onto the rim and pull the link cable down to
remove it. The left and right cantilever brakes open and the wheel can be more easily removed.
Caution
After installing the wheel, install the link cable in the reverse order from the removal.
Always make sure that the brakes are working correctly before riding the bicycle.
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Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. (English)
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