To Ensure Safety - Shimano FC-MT500-2 Manual

TO ENSURE SAFETY

TO ENSURE SAFETY
• Be sure to follow the instructions provided in the manuals when installing the product.
Only use SHIMANO genuine parts. If a component or replacement part is incorrectly assembled or adjusted, it can lead to component failure and cause
the rider to lose control and crash.
• Wear approved eye protection while performing maintenance tasks such as replacing components.
Be sure to also inform users of the following:
• Never use alkali- or acid-based solvents such as rust cleaners. If those solvents are used the chain might break and cause serious injury.
• Clean the chain with an appropriate chain cleaner regularly. Intervals between maintenance depend on the use and riding circumstances.
• Check that there are no cracks in the crank arms before riding the bicycle. If there are any cracks, the crank arm may break and you may fall off the
bicycle.
• Check the chain for any damage (deformation or cracking), skipping, or other abnormalities such as unintended gear shifting. If any problems are
found, consult a dealer or an agency. The chain may break, and you may fall.
• Be careful not to let the hemming of your clothes get caught in the chain while riding. Otherwise you may fall off the bicycle.
For Installation to the Bicycle, and Maintenance:
„HOLLOWTECH II type
• Install the inner cover correctly. If it is not installed correctly, the axle may rust and become damaged, and the bicycle may fall over and serious injury
may occur as a result.
• The two left crank arm screws should be tightened alternately in stages rather than each fully tightened at once. Use a torque wrench to check that
the tightening torques are within the range of 12 - 14 N·m. Furthermore, after riding approximately 100 km (60 miles), use a torque wrench to
re-check the tightening torques. It is also important to periodically check the tightening torques. If the tightening torques are too weak or if the
mounting screws are not tightened alternately in stages, the left crank arm may come off and the bicycle may fall over, and serious injury may occur as
a result.
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