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Saris Cycling Group The PowerTap C1 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Madison, WI 53711 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, photographed, reproduced, translated, transmit- ted electronically or placed on digital media without the prior written consent of Saris Cycling Group, Inc. Trademarks Saris Cycling Group, Inc., PowerTap, and PowerTap logo, are all registered trademarks of Saris Cycling Group, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chainring contents and specifications Installation and Removal a. Compatibility b. Install Pairing Calibration, Manual Zero a. Auto-Zero b. First Ride Battery replacement Firmware Updates Precautions Warranty SECTION 1 – PACKAGE CONTENTS TOOLS REQUIRED Chainring w/sensor 2.5mm hex key Contoured Nuts (x5) T-30 Torx attachment M137 Torx Bolts (x5)

  • Page 4: Installation And Removal

    SECTION 2 – INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL A. COMPATIBILITY The PowerTap C1 power meter is compatible with a number of popular crank sets. The C1 fits most 5 bolt, 110 BCD cranksets. The C1 is not compatible with 130 BCD cranksets, SRAM Exogram cranksets (hidden bolt), Campy cranksets, or any Shimano 4 bolt asymmetric cranksets.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT: If the C1 is used with an incompatible crank damage to the sensor could occur. Any damage caused to the C1 due to improper installation or installation to incompatible cranks will not be covered under warranty. Step 4- Install the C1 chainring to your crank. Use the contoured nuts and M137 chainring bolts that came with your C1 to affix the chainrings to your crank.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT: The bolts connecting the sensor to the chainring are plugged and should not be tightened or loosened (see image to right). Sensor Place one of the contoured nuts through the crank arm spider hole and chainring sensor. Thread one of the M137 bolts through the chainring sensor and into the contoured nut from the inboard side of the crank but do not fully tighten.

  • Page 7: Pairing

    SECTION 3 - PAIRING For pairing instructions specific to your receiving device see your display unit’s instructions for pairing. To Pair: Awake the chainring by spinning the crank a few times. Go to the SENSORS screen on your display and select POWER SENSOR from the menu and initiate the pair.

  • Page 8: Auto-Zero

    9:34 71º 9:34 9:34 9:34 Main Menu Sensors Power Sensor Bike1 Name Activate Sensor Ride Select a Bike Bike1 Start Paring History  Bike 1 Weight Name Sensors Bike2 17.0 Power2 Training Pair All Sensor ID Navigation Add a Bike Power Sensor 2484 User...

  • Page 9: Battery Replacement

    SECTION 5 – BATTERY REPLACEMENT Tools required: 2.5mm hex wrench Your C1 Chainring comes with a battery installed out of the box. STEP 1 - To replace the battery use a 2.5mm hex wrench to remove the bolts holding the electronics cover on.

  • Page 10: Firmware Updates

    SECTION 6 - FIRMWARE UPDATES Firmware on the C1 can be updated wirelessly when new firmware releases are available. Over-the-Air firmware updates allow users to enjoy the full capabilities of the C1 Chainrings including ongoing enhancements. For more information on firmware updates, current firm- ware versions, and update instructions please visit www.powertap.com/firmware REPLACING CHAINRINGS: Chainrings are a wearing part and need to be replaced when worn.

  • Page 11: Precautions

    SECTION 8 - WARRANTY The PowerTap C1 Chainring is warranted to the original retail purchaser to be free from defects in mate- rials and workmanship. Warranty coverage is valid to the original purchaser only and proof of purchase will be required.
  • Page 12 FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The grantee is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance.

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