Cannondale Bicycle Owner's Manual page 91

WaRninGs
to avoid seat Post oR fRame damaGe:
1. folloW the seat Post manUfaCtUReR's instRUCtions If you do not have the manufacturer's
instructions for your seat post, obtain and read them before using the seat post.
2. insPeCt afteR any CRash, fall, oR imPaCt - Remove and inspect the seat post for damage (eg.,
cracks, scratches, scrapes, gouges, splintering). If you find damage, replace it with a new one. stoP
RidinG a damaGed seat Post immediately GO TO PART II, Section D. Inspect For Safety. Read
"Understanding Composites" for information on carbon fiber
3. neveR foRCe a seat Post into the seat tUBe. The seat post should always be a slide fit. If the
seat post is difficult to install, there is a serious problem. Do not shorten or cut a seat post. Ask your
Cannondale dealer for help in properly fitting and adjusting your seat post.
4. keeP the seat Post's "minimUm inseRt" BeloW the toP of the seat tUBe.
5. Use a toRQUe WRenCh to tiGhten seat Post BindeR and all saddle moUntinG
fasteneRs.
6. neveR Use liGht oR sPRay oils to lUBRiCate a seat Post oR inside the seat tUBe. Never
use solvents, or chemical spray cleaners to clean the inside of the seat tube. Wipe out the seat tube with
a clean dry towel only. Light oils (WD40 and oils typically used in honing) and solvents, and including
chemical cleaners can attack and weaken composite bonds holding the frame together leading to
frame failure. Follow the seat post and frame manufacturer instructions. See also page 74.
yoU Can Be seveRely inJURed, PaRalyzed oR killed if yoUR iGnoRe these WaRninGs.
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