Retrospec Valen REV+ Assembly Instructions Manual page 5

Step 5: Installing Pedals (Refer to Fig. 12)
The pedals are marked with either a "R" (Right) or "L" (Left) on the threaded end
of the pedal axle.
Screw the pedal marked by" R" into the right side of the crank assembly (chain
side of bicycle). Turn the pedal (by hand) in the clockwise direction. Tighten
securely with a 15mm open-end, 15mm pedal specific wrench, or adjustable
wrench (tighten to torque: 34N.m or 26 lbs.).
Screw the pedal marked by "L" into the left side of the crank assembly. Turn the
left pedal (by hand) in the counterclockwise direction. Tighten securely with a
15mm open- end, 15mm pedal specific wrench, or adjustable wrench (tighten to
torque: 34N.m or 26 lbs.).
Pedal Identification:
Step 6: Brake Adjustments
The brakes on your bicycle should be correctly adjusted from the factory.
However, it is important to check the function of your brakes before your first
ride.
With the wheels installed, check that both brakes are functioning properly. First
lift the bike and spin the front then the rear wheel to insure they turn freely and
the brake pads are not contacting the brake rotor. If there is some rubbing, you
can adjust the caliper to be in-line with the rotor with the following steps.
First, loosen the caliper fixing bolts (do not remove). This will allow the caliper
body to move freely. Now squeezed the brake lever. This will align the caliper to
the rotor via the brake pads. With the brake lever still squeezed, snug the caliper
fixing bolts back down. Spin the wheel to confirm there is no rubbing.
Tighten the caliper fixing bolts to 8Nm.
Repeat these steps with the other wheel/brake if needed.
Next, squeeze the lever to insure both feel firm and are stopping before they
hit the handlebar. If the levers contact the bar or you see fluid leaking, contact
Retrospec or you dealer for additional assistance.
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Fig. 12
The hydraulic brakes are self-adjusting, but will require annual bleeding of the
fluid. Retrospec highly recommends this be done by an experience authorized
dealer.
Checking Brake Pad Wear, Pad Replacement
Pads that are 1mm thick (or less) need immediate replacement (Fig. 7).
To install new pads, remove the brake caliper from the fork or frame by
unscrewing hex bolts. Remove the pin holding the pads to the caliper. Lift up and
pull the inner pad downward, using the protruding tab. Slide a thin slot screwdriver
under the outer pad and lift it up. Hold the screwdriver in this position and
remove the pad with a pair of long-nosed pliers.
Remove the springs from the worn-out pads and fit them onto the new pads.
Replace the new pads, keeping them slightly inclined into the seat of the caliper.
Check that the spring hooks correctly onto the small piston. (When pulling
downwards the pads should not come out). Refit the caliper to the fork (or frame
for rear brake). Apply the bake lever a few times and check that the wheel spins
freely. Again, there may be some noise from the brake until it "bed" in.
We strongly advise you have your brakes periodically checked and maintained by
your dealer or a professional bicycle mechanic.
Fig. 7
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