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Safety Safety precautions....................................9 Hazardous substances...................................9 Storage and transport Storing and transporting the Classified Powershift hub....................10 Assembly and installation What is included?.....................................11 Replacing a wheel with a Classified Powershift hub......................11 Bluetooth pairing..................................... 13 Initial use Initial use........................................15 Operation Operation........................................16 Maintenance Maintenance schedule..................................17...
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if the safety instructions are not followed, will lead to serious injury or death. Intended use The product is a wirelessly shiftable 2 speed Powershift hub which can be integrated in road and gravel bikes. The product may only be used on a bicycle: •...
It is prohibited to use the product in conjunction with 2 front chainrings. It is prohibited to open the smart thru axle or the Powershift hub for any purpose not described in the maintenance section. It is prohibited to install parts on the product which have not been approved by Classified Cycling.
Smart thru axle The smart thru axle receives the wireless shift signal from the handlebar unit and shifts the Powershift hub through contactless energy transfer. The smart thru axle is equipped with a rechargeable battery. Center lock ring...
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Classified Powershift hub Part Explanation Brake-side end cap The end cap seals the Powershift hub and interfaces with the frame from the inside. Hubshell lock ring The hubshell lock ring ensures that the hubshell is fixed to the Powershift hub.
Powershift hub. The shifting takes place internally within the Powershift hub. The smart thru axle transmits your current gear ratio and battery status to your GPS bike computer (not included) using ANT+.
The Classified Powershift hub can withstand riding in rainy weather conditions. However, do not submerge the Classified Powershift hub in water and do not clean it using a high pressure cleaner. Damage to the Classified Powershift hub may occur, leading to serious injuries as a result of defective operation.
Storing and transporting the Classified Powershift hub If you are not going to use the Classified Powershift hub for an extended period of time and want to store it for future use, recharge the battery of the smart thru axle once every 3 months.
Lock ring tool • Torque wrench • Chain whip Fig. 5: Replacing a wheel Shift the Powershift hub to the 1:1 ratio and shift the cassette to the smallest sprocket using the rear derailleur. Assembly and installation What is included?
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7. Pull the Powershift hub (8) out of the hubshell. 8. Acquire a new wheel with an installed and certified Classified hubshell. 9. Place the Powershift hub into the hubshell and complete the installation in the reverse order of removal. Use the following tightening torques: •...
Classified Powershift hub axle and check that the thru axle lever points towards the handlebar unit. Repeat this action until the thru axle lever points in the right direction and the smart thru axle is tight. Fig. 6: Thru axle lever position adjustment Fig.
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On delivery, the handlebar unit is already paired correctly to the smart thru axle through Bluetooth. If they become unpaired or you buy an additional Classified Powershift hub that you want to operate using the same handlebar unit, you will have to create a new Bluetooth connection.
Initial use Initial use Before using the Classified Powershift hub, it is recommended that you check the following items: Fig. 9: Button and LED on the handlebar unit Check the handlebar unit. Press and hold the button (2) less than 2 seconds in order to check the battery status.
Classified Powershift hub Operation Operation Please refer to the bicycle manufacturer's manual or the manual for the Classified compatible shifter or satellite button. Operation Operation...
Classified Powershift hub Maintenance Maintenance schedule NOTE The indicated frequency depends on the use of the Classified Powershift hub and the riding conditions. Action Frequency Execution Inspection Before riding Please refer to Checking the Powershift hub on page 17 Cleaning...
Classified Powershift hub Checking the battery status The handlebar unit and the smart thru axle are both equipped with an LED. The colour of the LED also indicates the battery status. You can check the colour of the LEDs while shifting. However, for safety it is recommended to get o...
3 to 6 months, depending on usage. The more you ride and the more you shift, the sooner the battery will need to be recharged. If the Classified Powershift hub is exposed to vibrations during extended transport, the battery will discharge more quickly.
(such as rust removers). Regular cleaning will extend the life of the Classified Powershift hub! Clean the Classified Powershift hub using a mild soap solution and a NON-powerful water jet. CAUTION Do NOT use a pressure washer or steam washer!
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Then reinstall the smart thru axle. Important: never issue a shifting command while installing or removing the smart thru axle. Play on the Classified Powershift The smart thru axle is not Screw the smart thru axle finger- hub. suiciently tightened.
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The Classified Powershift hub The hubshell center washer Remove the Classified will not turn when riding with is not installed, or installed Powershift hub from the wheel stationary pedals. incorrectly. and ensure that the hubshell center washer has been installed correctly.
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Using the bicycle without the bayonet lock on the smart thru axle is not allowed and may cause permanent damage to the system. NOTE For the most recent list of frequently asked questions, please refer to classified-cycling.cc. Maintenance Troubleshooting...
Recycling the Classified Powershift hub Remove the handlebar unit from the handlebar and disassemble the various components: smart thru axle, hubshell, Powershift hub and cassette. Do NOT dispose of the products in your general household waste! Comply with the current local legal requirements and contact your local authorities in case of any doubt.
The warranty is valid only for registered products and providing the service suggestions are followed. In case of prohibited use, the warranty will be void. Please refer to Prohibited use on page 4. Register by scanning the components' QR codes or visit classified-cycling.cc/registration. For support, please contact Classified Cycling at support@classified-cycling.cc. 11.2 EC Declaration Please refer to classified-cycling.cc.
Classified Powershift hub Index will not turn 20 Battery recharging (thru axle) 19 replacing (handlebar unit) 18 status check 17 Bluetooth Included 11 pairing 13 Initial use 15 Inspection before riding 17 Intended use 3 Cassette play 20 CE marking 4...
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Classified Powershift hub Principles of operation 8 will not turn 20 Prohibited use 4 Will not shift 20 QR code 4 Recycling 24 Registration 25 Safety 9 Serial number 4 Spare parts 25 Storage 10 Symbols used 3 Thru axle...
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