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Summary of Contents for Shimano SL-U8000
- Page 1 (English) DM-LASL001-01 Dealer's Manual ROAD GRAVEL E-BIKE LIFESTYLE GENERAL Shifter Non Series SL-U8000 SL-U6000 SL-U4010 SL-U4000...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE..................3 TO ENSURE SAFETY..................4 List of tools to be used ................... 7 Installation/removal ..................8 Installing the shifter.....................8 Adjustment....................11 Adjusting the stopped lever position (RAPIDFIRE PLUS MONO lever) ...12 Maintenance....................13 Replacing the inner cable..................14 Replacing the cover ...................21... -
Page 3: Important Notice
All manuals and technical documents are accessible online at https://si.shimano.com For consumers who do not have easy access to the internet, please contact a SHIMANO distributor or any of the SHIMANO offices to obtain a hardcopy of the user's manual. -
Page 4: To Ensure Safety
Be sure to follow the instructions provided in the manuals when installing the product. Only use SHIMANO genuine parts. If a component or replacement part is incorrectly assembled or adjusted, it can lead to component failure and cause the rider to lose control and crash. - Page 5 If gear shifting operation does not feel smooth, consult the place of purchase for assistance. 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. For installation to the bicycle and maintenance Grease with SIS SP41 Grease (Y04180000) the inner cable and the sliding portions of the outer casing before use to ensure that they slide properly.
- Page 6 TO ENSURE SAFETY Bottom bracket cable guide Only B can be used for SL-U4010 and SL-U4000. Type of outer cap Remarks FD / RD side Sealed outer cap (aluminum type) Recommended when the outer casing moves to a large degree, such as in bicycles with suspension frames Sealed outer cap (resin type) Shifter / FD / RD side...
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Page 7: List Of Tools To Be Used
List of tools to be used List of tools to be used The following tools are needed for installation/removal, adjustment, and maintenance purposes. Tool 2 mm hexagon wrench 2.5 mm hexagon wrench 4 mm hexagon wrench 5 mm hexagon wrench Cross head screwdriver [#2] TL-CT12... -
Page 8: Installation/Removal
5 N·m (SL-U6000 / SL-U4010 / SL-U4000) Fixing screw Check that the brake and gear shifting operations are not obstructed. I-SPEC II (SL-U8000-IL / SL-U8000-11IR) For information on brake levers that can be installed, check the compatibility information ( https://productinfo.shimano.com... - Page 9 Installation/removal Installing the shifter Open the clamp band of the brake lever. Loosen the fixing screw. Press the recessed area of the clamp band with a tool such as a 2 mm hexagon wrench to disengage the safety latch. Fixing screw Remove the band adapter on the inner side of the clamp band.
- Page 10 Installation/removal Installing the shifter Set the shifter bracket onto the brake lever bracket. Install to the handlebar and adjust the position of the shifter. Adjust the shifter by sliding it vertically. Secure the clamp band of the brake lever. Secure the lever using the fixing screw. 4 - 6 N·m Fixing screw...
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Page 11: Adjustment
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Page 12: Adjusting The Stopped Lever Position (Rapidfire Plus Mono Lever)
Adjusting the stopped lever position must only be done after returning the lever to its initial position. If the adjuster is moved during lever operation, the lever may be damaged. SL-U8000 Turn the adjuster while pushing it towards the lever body. -
Page 13: Maintenance
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Page 14: Replacing The Inner Cable
Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Replacing the inner cable Before starting the replacement, loosen the fixing fastener of the inner cable on the front derailleur and rear derailleur. - Page 15 Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Shifter SL-U8000 Set the shifter in its initial position. Operate the release lever 10 times or more. Slide open the inner hole cap. Inner hole cap Release lever Replace the inner cable and slide the inner hole cap closed.
- Page 16 Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Remove the inner hole cap. Release lever Inner hole cap Replace the inner cable and install an inner hole cap. Turn and stop the inner hole cap at the position shown in the figure. If you force it to turn, it may damage the screw thread on the cap.
- Page 17 Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Shifter (RAPIDFIRE PLUS MONO lever) SL-U8000-L / SL-U8000-IL Set the lever in its initial position. Initial position Loosen the cover fixing screw. Cover fixing screw...
- Page 18 Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Move the cover and remove the inner cable. The cover does not completely come off. Remove the inner cable from the gap made by moving the cover. Cover Pulling on the cover forcibly may cause damage to the drop prevention tab. Install the inner cable.
- Page 19 Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Install the cover in the reverse order of disassembly. 0.3 N·m Cover fixing screw SL-U6000-L / SL-U4000-L Set the lever in its initial position. Initial position Remove the inner hole cap. Inner hole cap...
- Page 20 Maintenance Replacing the inner cable Replace the inner cable and install an inner hole cap. Turn and stop the inner hole cap at the position shown in the figure. If you force it to turn, it may damage the screw thread on the cap. Stop Inner hole cap...
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Page 21: Replacing The Cover
* The cover of the RAPIDFIRE PLUS MONO lever cannot be replaced. When removing the cover, wear gloves and gradually apply force. A sudden release of resistance on the cover may cause injury. SL-U8000 Remove the cover fixing screw. 1.5 N·m... - Page 22 Maintenance Replacing the cover Remove the cover. * When installing the cover, reverse the procedure. Remove the snap fits on the cover in order from (A). Pull the top and bottom covers of the snap fit (B) part to remove the snap fit (B). Do the same for snap fits (C) and (D).
- Page 23 Maintenance Replacing the cover Lift up the top cover, and remove the claw in (E) from the bracket. When removing the cover, do not apply excessive force. Doing so may damage the snap fit and the claw.
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