This manual contains information for the safe use, proper mounting and mainte- nance of LINEA wheel sets. Following the rules contained in this manual will ensure the safest use, best performance and longest life of your LINEA wheels and will avoid the most common product use/maintenance inconveniences and problems.
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Any other use is to be considered hazardous. FORMULA S.a.S shall not be held liable for any consequences from improper usage. •The lifespan of LINEA wheel sets depends on many factors, such as rider size and weight, tires used and normal wear and tear on the bicycle and/or wheels.
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LINEA rim is too easy, the tire may be too big. Use only high-quality tires which are the correct size and require reasonable force in order to be put on. A tire that is too big may suddenly deflate causing serious accidents, personal injury or death.
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTES In order to protect the environment, please follow these simple instructions to cor- rectly dispose of FORMULA S.a.S products: 1) The packaging does not require special disposal because it is not dangerous in any way; we suggest recycling paper and plastic.
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TIRES In order to safely use FORMULA LINEA wheels, the tire must be tight on the rim. FORMULA S.a.S has tested the rims with STANDARD and TUBELESS tires. In any case, FORMULA S.a.S does not design or produce tires and therefore shall not be held responsible for performance, quality or malfunctions of the tire.
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WARNING: Never drill the rim for a larger valve hole or try to redrill the rim. The rim will be irreparably damaged and may even collapse as a result. -Place the partially inflated inner tube (5) completely inside the tire. The Presta valve should be inserted in the hole in the rim.
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All FORMUlA rims are tubeless campatible. You can use either a tubeless FLAP or TAPE Clean by rubbing cloth and isopropyl alcohol. Insert the valve stem into the flap. Install the flap; slide with a screwdrice under the flap all...
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Install the tire Add the sealant Spin the wheel and size turn, in order to fill all the cavities Add the sealant Spin the wheel and size turn, in order to fill all the cavities...
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2.2 Mounting TUBELESS tires -Install the wheel, preferably on a frame or truing stand to center the wheels. Clean the inside of the rim with a cloth dampened with alcohol in order to degrease the channel in- side the rim. CAUTION: Use only alcohol to clean the rim, other products may damage the rim.
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Fig. A WARNING: Whenever possi- ble, install or remove the tires only by hand. If this is not possi- ble, use only tire levers specifical- ly designed for bicycle wheels. Any other lever may damage the tire or rim, resulting in sudden or future loss of pressure in the tire which may result in the loss of control of the bicycle and injury or...
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-If the leak continues, replace the valve. NOTE: If, after all the checks mentioned above have been completed and the TUBE- LESS system is still not satisfactory, contact your nearest FORMULA S.a.S dealer. 2.3 Removing the tires -Remove the valve cap (9), unscrew the valve (10) and deflate the tire.
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-Starting from the valve, pull the tire until it comes off the rim and continue around the entire wheel circumference removing the tire. CAUTION: Completely remove one side of the tire before going on to the oth- er side. -Carry out the same operation on the other side of the tire. -Remove the tire.
5.2 Cleaning the wheels Use only water and neutral soap or products specifically formulated to clean bicy- cles. If you are not sure if a cleaning product is suitable, contact the FORMULA S.a.S service center. Dry with a soft cloth.
5.3 Routine maintenance If punctured: When a tire is punctured, air leakage may be slow and not immediate allowing you, in some cases, to keep on riding back home. With standard tire with inner tube: Replace it with a new one following the directions given in paragraph 2.1. With TUBELESS tire: Remember that a TUBELESS tire can be repaired by putting on a patch, anti-puncture spray or a new inner tube.
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-Put the partly inflated Presta valve tube (21) in the tire. -Insert the bead (18) of the tire into the rim groove starting from the point opposite the valve. Continue around the entire rim circumfer- ence being careful not to pinch the inner tube.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS 1. FORMULA S.a.S guarantees its new products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for 24 months from the date of purchase. You must establish proof of purchase with an original sales document (sales receipt or invoice) show- ing the date and place of retail purchase of the product in order to obtain warranty service.
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Use of materials or spare parts that do not carry the Formula trademark for LINEA wheels. FORMULA S.a.S shall not guarantee conformity, safety, ser- vice life and performance of Formula LINEA wheels if materials and spare parts that do not carry the Formula trademark and/or are non-compatible and/or are not suitable and/or are not expressly authorized are used.
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FORMULA S.a.s. di “Formula Group S.r.l.” & C. Via Erbosa, 63 - 59100 Prato (Italia) Tel. +39 0574 603 609 Fax +39 0574 611 046 Reg. Imprese Prato / C.F. / P.IVA 02081070977 PEC: formula-italy@legalmail.it Cap. Soc. 500.000,00 € i.v.
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