Seatpost Cam Action Clamp; Adjusting The Seatpost Cam Action Mechanism - Flash FLASHV1 User Manual

ers to the torque specifications in Appendix C or the hub
manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE: If, on a traditional cam action system, the lever cannot
be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the seat stay
or chain stay, return the lever to the OPEN position. Then
turn the tension adjusting nut counterclockwise one-quarter
turn and try tightening the lever again.
WARNING: Securely clamping the wheel with a cam action
retention device takes considerable force. If you can fully
close the cam lever without wrapping your fingers around
the seat stay or chain stay for leverage, the lever does not
leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand, and the serra-
tions on the wheel fastener do not emboss the surfaces of
the dropouts, the tension is insufficient. Open the lever; turn
the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn; then try
again.
(6) If you disengaged the brake quick-release mechanism in
3. c. (2) above, re-engage it to restore correct brake pad-to-
rim clearance.
(7) Spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the
frame and clears the brake pads; then squeeze the brake
lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly.
B. Seatpost cam action clamp
Some bikes are equipped with a cam action seatpost binder.
The seatpost cam action binder works exactly like the tradi-
tional wheel cam action fastener. While a cam action binder
looks like a long bolt with a lever on one end and a nut on
the other, the binder uses an over-center cam action to firmly
clamp the seatpost. WARNING: Riding with an improperly
tightened seatpost can allow the saddle to turn or move and
cause you to lose control and fall.
Therefore:
1. Ask your dealer to help you make sure you know how to
correctly clamp your seatpost.
2. Understand and apply the correct technique for clamp-
ing your seatpost.
3. Before you ride the bike, first check that the seatpost is
securely clamped.

Adjusting the seatpost cam action mechanism

The action of the cam squeezes the seat collar around the
seatpost to hold the seatpost securely in place. The amount
of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut.
Turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping
the cam lever from rotating increases clamping force;
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