Shimano RD-A050 Service Instructions

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Technical Service Instructions
SI-5UZ0A
General Safety Information
Largest sprocket
Guide pulley
Low adjustment
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RD-A050
Shifting lever Gears Outer casing Rear derailleur Multiple Freewheel Chain
SIS
MF-HG37
CN-HG50
14T
28T 13T
29 teeth or less
Front chainwheel tooth difference
Largest sprocket Smallest sprocket
Total capacity
Chain toolChain
WARNING
In order to realize the best performance, we recommend that the following combination be used.
Installation of the rear derailleur
Specifications
Chain length
Smallest sprocket Largest chainring
Guide pulley
Tension pulley
Chain
90°
Stroke adjustment and cable securing
1. Top adjustment
Turn the top adjustment screw to adjust so that the guide pulley is below the outer line of the smallest sprocket when looking from the rear.
1
2
1 2
1 2
Outer line of smallest sprocket
Guide pulley
Top adjustment
2. Connection and securing of the cable
Connect the cable to the rear
derailleur and, after taking up the initial slack in the cable, re-secure to the rear derailleur as shown in the illustration.
Pull
Tightening torque:
5 - 7 Nm {44 - 60 in. lbs.}
Tightening torque:
8 - 10 Nm
{70 - 86 in. lbs.}
Note:
Be sure that the cable is securely in the groove.
Groove
3. Low adjustment
Turn the low adjustment screw so that the guide pulley moves to a position directly in line with the largest sprocket.
For the best SIS performance, periodically lubricate all power-transmission parts.
Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. (English) © Mar.2003 by Shimano Inc. XBC SZK Printed in Singapore.
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Right angle to the ground
Use neutral detergent to clean the chain. Do not use alkali-based or acid based detergent such as rust cleaners as it may result in damage and/or failure of the chain.
Use the reinforced connecting pin only for connecting the narrow type of chain.
There are two different types of reinforced connecting pin available. Be sure to check the table below before selecting which pin to use. If connecting pins other than reinforced connecting pins are used, or if a reinforced connecting pin or tool which is not suitable for the type of chain is used, sufficient connection force may not be obtained, which could cause the chain to break or fall off.
9-speed super narrow
chain such as
CN-7701 / CN-HG93
8-/7- / 6-speed narrow
chain such as
CN-HG50 / CN-IG51
Reinforced
connecting pin
TL-CN31/TL-CN22
TL-CN31/ TL-CN22 and
TL-CN30/ TL-CN21
6.5mm
7.1mm
Silver
Black
If it is necessar y to adjust the length of the chain due to a change in the number of sprocket teeth, make the cut at some other place than the place where the chain has been joined using a reinforced connecting pin or an end pin.The chain will be damaged if it is cut at a place where it has been joined with a reinforced connecting pin or an end pin.
D
U
R
A
-
A
C
E
End Pin Link Pin
Reinforced
Connecting Pin
Check that the tension of the chain is correct and that the chain is not damaged. If the tension is too weak or the chain is damaged, the chain should be replaced. If this is not done, the chain may break and you may fall off the bicycle.
Obtain, read and carefully ser vice instructions when installing parts. A loose, worn, or damaged parts may cause injury to the rider. We strongly recommend that only genuine Shimano replacement parts be used.
Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place for later reference.
SL-A050
4. SIS Adjustment
Operate the shifting lever several times to move the chain to the 2nd sprocket.Then, while pressing the lever just enough to take up the play in the lever, turn the crank arm.
When shifting to 3rd When no sound at all
is heard
Outer casing adjustment barrel
Best setting
The best setting is when the shifting lever is operated just enough to take up the play and the chain touches the 3rd sprocket and makes noise.
* Return the lever to its original position (the position
where the lever is at the 2nd sprocket setting and it has been released) and then turn the crank arm clockwise.If the chain is touching the 3rd sprocket and making noise, turn the outer casing adjustment barrel clockwise slightly to tighten it until the noise stops and the chain runs smoothly.
Outer casing adjustment barrel
Tighten the outer cable adjusting barrel until the chain returns to the 2nd sprocket. (clockwise)
Loosen the outer casing adjustment barrel until the chain touches the 3rd sprocket and makes noise. (counter clockwise)
RD-A050
Rear Derailleur
Note
If gear shifting operations cannot be carried out smoothly, clean the derailleur and lubricate all moving parts.
If the amount of looseness in the links is so great that adjustment is not possible, you should replace the derailleur.
You should periodically clean the derailleur and lubricate all moving parts (mechanism and pulleys).
If gear shifting adjustment cannot be carried out, check the degree of parallelism at the rear end of the bicycle. Also check if the cable is lubricated and if the outer casing is too long or too short.
If you hear abnormal noise as a result of looseness in a pulley, you should replace the pulley.
Grease the inner cable and the inside of the outer casing before use to ensure that they slide properly.
Because the high cable resistance of a frame with internal cable routing would impair the SIS function, this type of frame should not be used.
Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration resulting from normal use.
For maximum performance we highly recommend Shimano lubricants and maintenance products.
For any questions regarding methods of installation, adjustment, maintenance or operation, please contact a professional bicycle dealer.
Frame
Bracket nut
5 mm Allen Key
Push in and tighten
Bracket
Bracket bolt
Tightening torque:
3 - 4 Nm {26 - 34 in. lbs.}
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