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DARK MATTER 282A: ASSEMBLY GUIDE
Revision 1.0 2018.07.22 - Valid for MY2019 Dark Matter

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  • Page 1 DARK MATTER 282A: ASSEMBLY GUIDE Revision 1.0 2018.07.22 - Valid for MY2019 Dark Matter...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    13. Fender bracket ........28 For the warranty to be valid, the bicycle must be fully assembled by an authorized Argon 18 dealer. High-end components, particularly carbon parts, need extra care when assembled.

  • Page 3: Tools Needed And First Aid Kit

    DARK MATTER 282A: 1. Tools Needed & First Aid Kit Tools needed for assembly 1. Bearing Cup Press (Park Tool HHP-2) 2. Allen Key Set 3. Grease 4. Utility Pick Set (Park Tool Item #UP-SET) 5. Clean Rags 6. Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge (Park Tool Item #DAG-2) 7.

  • Page 4: Frameset Inspection

    DARK MATTER 282A: 2. Frameset Inspection BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW DARK MATTER, MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL THE FOLLOWING: 1. Frameset parts checklist (see p.4-6) 2. Inspect the frame for cosmetic aspect (scratches, bumps, cracks, paint defect, etc.) 3. For reference, check serial number and write it on p.1 4.

  • Page 5: Frameset Parts

    DARK MATTER 282A: 3. Frameset Parts 80987 80987 80807 SP.KRYCS.273B FK.DARKMT.M-XL.282A FK.DARKMT.XXS-S.282A 80264 80801 80989 80991 80990 80795 80832 80802 81012 80981 80984 80813 80812 80983 80986 80796 80800 80805 80771 80992 80798 80804 80805 38446 80811 80806 80799 80797...

  • Page 6: Parts' Skus And Descriptions

    DARK MATTER 282A: 4. Parts’ SKU and Description Name Assembled on A18 SKU# Parts Dark Matter frame Dark Matter fork (M-L-XL) -OR- FK.DARKMT.M-XL.282A Dark Matter fork (XXS-XS-S) FK.DARKMT.XXS-S.282A Dark Matter seatpost (same as Krypton CS) SP.KRYCS.273B Seat post collar Frame 80801 RD Hanger kit (incl.

  • Page 7: Parts' Skus And Descriptions

    DARK MATTER 282A: 4. Parts’ SKU and Description Name Assembled on A18 SKU# Parts Long grommet mech Frame 80985 Direct hanger Frame 80832 Long plug Frame 80804 Long grommet Di2 Frame 80805 Rear brake oblong cable guide Frame 80551 Fender bracket assembly...

  • Page 8: Troubleshooting / Tip / Specification

    DARK MATTER 282A: 5. Troubleshooting / Tip / Specification Brakes Use only flat mount hydraulic disc brakes. The frame and fork are compatible with either 140mm or 160mm disc rotors. Adapters might be required, consult brake manufacturer. • Rear mount thickness: 25mm...

  • Page 9: Seat Post Collar Assembly

    DARK MATTER 282A: 6. Seat Post Collar Assembly CARBON PASTE 4 Nm Assemble the seat post collar with the seat post. Apply carbon paste on the inside of the frame (seat tube). Tighten the bolt at 4 Nm.

  • Page 10: Seat Post Assembly

    DARK MATTER 282A: 7. Seat Post Assembly The seat post is supplied fully assembled. Unscrew both bolts slightly until the top clamp (b) and the cradle (c) are separated enough to insert the saddle rail. Do not unscrew the bolts completely.

  • Page 11: Rear Derailleur Hanger Adjustment

    DARK MATTER 282A: 8. Rear Derailleur Hanger Adjustment 1. Select the correct rear derailleur hanger depending on the type of derailleur that you have. a. Direct mount b. Regular mount 2. Make sure to align the rear derailleur hanger. 3. Use Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge like Park Tool Item #DAG-2.

  • Page 12: Headset Installation

    9. Install the corresponding Like on almost all Argon 18 you will benefit of the 3D system, on the Dark headset cap to complete the Matter you can benefit of 3 positions, 0mm, 15mm and 30mm assembly.

  • Page 13: Console

    DARK MATTER 282A: 10. Console / A. Di2 internal junction box groupset The console is the central point of the cable and housing routing. Depending of the type of assembly you will have to select the correct assembly. Tip: No mater the type of assembly you will choose, always pass the brake housing first starting from the back of the bike to the front.
  • Page 14 DARK MATTER 282A: 10. Console / B. Di2 external junction box groupset 1. With the rear brake housing coming from the back of the bike, guide the end of the housing through the hole on the frame’s down tube. 2. Use the brake housing to insert the foam liner around the brake housing.
  • Page 15 DARK MATTER 282A: 10. Console / C. Wireless groupset 1. With the rear brake housing coming from the back of the bike, guide the end of the housing through the hole on the frame’s down tube. 2. Use the brake housing to insert the foam liner around the brake housing in the downtube.
  • Page 16 DARK MATTER 282A: 10. Console / D. Mechanical groupset 1. With the rear brake housing coming from the back of the bike, guide the end of the housing through the hole on the frame’s down tube. 2. Use the brake housing to insert the foam liner around the brake housing.

  • Page 17: Console

    DARK MATTER 282A: 10. Console / E. Mechanical Single chainring 1. With the rear brake housing coming from the back of the bike, guide the end of the housing through the hole on the frame’s down tube. 2. Use the brake housing to insert the foam liner around the brake housing.
  • Page 18 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Hydraulic & mechanical shifter routing Rear derailleur cable and rear brake housing must be routed on the right side in the inside of the downtube. Red line: brake cable/housing / Yellow line: derailleur cable/housing Rear brake housing need to routed above the bb carbon...
  • Page 19 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Hydraulic & mechanical shifter routing Rear cable Front cable DC = Derailleur Cable (mech.) Enter derailleur housing through bottom bracket (BB) hole. Once the housing is visible from the square downtube hole, Install the housing ferrule.
  • Page 20 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Hydraulic & mechanical shifter routing Rear cable Front cable Without barrel adjuster Housing length: depend on the chainring. Enter derailleur housing through bottom bracket (BB) hole. Once the housing is visible from the square downtube hole, Install the housing ferrule.
  • Page 21 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Hydraulic & mechanical shifter routing Front derailleur hanger A bottle cage can still be fit above the derailleur hanger. If a bottle cage is desired, it’s better to install it before adjusting the derailleur. Tighten the screw to...
  • Page 22 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Electronic wire routing Di2 cable and rear brake housing must be routed on the right side in the inside of the downtube. Red line: derailleur cable/housing / Yellow line: brake cable/housing Rear brake housing need to routed above the bb carbon...
  • Page 23 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Electronic wire routing EW = Electronic Wire Use the square hole to connect all the wires to the junction box. Attach the junction box with the supplied O-ring. Insert the junction box in the hole. Use the two...
  • Page 24 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Electronic wire routing You can also attach the battery with the O-ring and the junction box with a tie-wrap on the groove of the battery and insert the package through the hole. This allow you to use a dropper post.
  • Page 25 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Electronic wire routing BR = Brake Hose Exit the hydraulic brake hose through EW = Electronic Wire the hole on the chain stay.
  • Page 26 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Wireless routing BR = Brake Hose Install all the grommet supplied to close Exit the hydraulic brake hose through all the hole on the frame the hole on the chain stay.
  • Page 27 DARK MATTER 282A: 11. Electronic wire routing The cable stop need to be in place to fix the downtube protector. Install the downtube protector using the 3 supplied screw: Thigten the upper screw of the cable stop. Remove the lower screw of the cable stop. This will ensure that the cable stop don’t rotate.

  • Page 28: Chain Catcher

    DARK MATTER 282A: 12. Chain Catcher 1. Select the corresponding chain catcher. The selection of the correct chain catcher is made according to the size of the small chaining. Small Chain Chain Ring Size Catcher 30-32 Small 34 and more Large 2.

  • Page 29: Fender Bracket

    DARK MATTER 282A: 13. Fender bracket Maximum insertion of the screw: 10mm The maximum length insertion for the fender is the same on both seat stay. i. According to the model of fender using place the backet at the correct hight on the seatstay.

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