Recommissioning After Storage; Maintenance And Care - DT SWISS F 535 User Manual

6. HANDLING
6.1 TRANSPORT
Careful transport avoids damage to the fork. The stanchions in particular must be protected from
damage.
6.2 STORAGE (> 1 MONTH)
Careful storage prolongs the life of the fork. Note the following points:
• Reduce the air pressure.
• Clean the fork and control elements.

6.3 RECOMMISSIONING AFTER STORAGE

1. Invert the fork.
→ The lubricating oil runs from the lower section of the fork over the bushings, therefore
lubricating them.
2. Gently compress the fork a few times.
→ The lubricating oil is distributed.
3. Check the air pressure in the spring element and adjust it as necessary (see "4.1 Adjusting the air
pressure" on page 23).
4. Actuate the control elements several times.
→ The oil is distributed over the seals.
5. Check all functions of the control elements
→ If there are any malfunctions, contact the DT Swiss Service Center.

7. MAINTENANCE AND CARE

Task
Service completed by a DT Swiss Service Center
Small service (to be completed by a DT Swiss Service Center
if necessary): refer to the Technical Manual available at www.
dtswiss.com
Check fork for damage and cracks.
If there is any damage, contact the DT Swiss Service Centre.
Check the fastening is correct / check tightening torques
Check that the brake cable is securely seated
Check the functionality
Clean with a soft sponge and a suitable cleaning agent,
especially in the area around the wiper seals.
Do not use high pressure cleaners or aggressive cleaning
agents!
Aluminium is subject to a slow but steady fatigue of the material. Even statically uncritical loads can
lead to deformation or fracture of a component after fatigue of the material. In order to counteract this
fatigue, we recommend that the upper unit of the suspension fork be replaced by a DT Swiss Service
Center after 3 years in case of very heavy use, such as above-average frequent use of the fork under high
load.
F 535 / F 535 ONE - User Manual V2023.05
Interval
Annually or after 200 operating
hours
50 operating hours
more frequently in case of extreme
operating conditions.
Before and after every ride
and after a crash
Before each ride
Before each ride
Before each ride
After each ride
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