Magura Marta SL Magnesium Series Workshop Manual page 8

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completely different and not compatible! Never mix and match parts from the diffe-
rent models! Any misuse might cause serious accidents!
MAGURA manufacture these braking systems according to the valid standards and
make many rigorous product tests. Because of the large variety of forks and frames availa-
ble on the market it is impossible for MAGURA to test all possible combinations. If you
mount any of our brake systems always make sure that the brakes are in conformity with
the bicycle.
Disc brake calipers can generate a lot of heat during extreme riding conditions.
The resulting heat transfer from the caliper to the fork and/ or frame can have a
negative influence on the mechanical characteristics of both the fork and/ or the
frame.
Insufficient heat transfer from the brake caliper to the frame and the fork,
caused by fork and or frame components having low heat transfer characteristics
(e.g. carbon rear triangles) can cause the brake to overheat, with the possibility of a
total failure of the brake system. This can cause serious personal injury to yourself
and/ or others.
With respect to product liability we remind all our users that any manufacturer
(also: bike mechanic or end consumer!) is responsible for the correct
function of the complete bicycle in this context. Improper combinations and insuffici-
ent installation can cause damage and serious accidents!
2. Mount the brake lever to the handlebar with a 5 mm allen key. Tightening torque 4
Nm/ 34 in.lbs
Hint: Tighten the brake lever so that it can still rotate around the handlebar in case
of a crash. This old motocross trick will reduce considerably the risk of a damaged
brake lever.
The MAGURA disc brake Marta is compatible with frames and forks which meet
the International Standard (IS) and for Postmount (PM) mounts. Depending on the
mounting standard and/or rotor size adaptors are used for a proper installation (cf.
table on page 21). Never mount the brakes with adapters or brackets from other
manufacturers! All warranty will be void in case of any misuse! Use only direct moun-
ting parts from MAGURA or the frame or fork's manufacturer!
Make sure that the caliper fitting eyelets on your frame or fork are free of any paint,
powder coating or burrs. (arrows). If this is not the case you should contact your dealer who
will be able to clean the surfaces providing an absolutely flat/even mounting surface with
the help of the MAGURA Gnann-o-mat disc optimizer tool (also see page 9).
ATTENTION: The treatment of suspension fork lower legs made of magnesium
might be dangerous because of corrosion! Always follow the safety instructions
given by the respective manufacturer! Always make sure after having treated the
disc brake mounts that these are protected against corrosion by using an appropri-
ate protective paint.
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