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Fluidity 2014-2015
IMPORTANT
Please read this document and adhere to the following recommendations:
Cycling may lead to falls or accidents.
Exercise caution when using your bicycle.
Abide by the highway code and always wear a helmet.
Keep these instructions and refer to them if necessary.
WARRANTY AGAINST MANUFACTURING DEFECTS
TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL guarantees that this product is free from any material and manufacturing
defects.
This warranty only covers the replacement of parts acknowledged as defective by TIME's customer service.
Important: This warranty does not cover TIME products used by professional and non professional cyclists for
sponsorship purposes.
Period: TIME warrants the product throughout its life to the original purchaser against defects in materials or
workmanship.
This warranty only applies to products purchased from a retailer approved by TIME.
Warranty limits: The TIME warranty does not cover the finish varnish, damages or defects resulting from
improper use, unsuitable maintenance, accidents, falls or from the owner's failure to comply with the
recommendations in the user manuals delivered with the product.
Modifications: Any unauthorised work carried out on the product will void the warranty.
Procedure: If you experience any problems with your frameset, please contact your TIME retailer.
They will contact TIME' s customer service who will create a return file. The TIME retailer must
then return the module to TIME' s customer service, complete with the purchase invoice, the
warranty card and a letter explaining the reasons for the return, with a detailed description of the
problem, the type of use, the bicycle' s part numbers and mileage.
Cover: Upon receiving the equipment, TIME' s customer service will determine whether the
product return is valid. Disassembly, reassembly costs and shipment costs are borne by the
customer. The costs of return to the retailer are covered by TIME SPORT INTERNA TIONA L if
the repair falls under the warranty
Recommendations: TIME recommends that users follow the module assembly instructions and instructions for use
carefully. In the event of an impact or fall, the module may be subject to significant stress, the effects of which may
not be immediate and may eventually lead to cracking or breaking of the structure.
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  • Page 1 Important: This warranty does not cover TIME products used by professional and non professional cyclists for sponsorship purposes. Period: TIME warrants the product throughout its life to the original purchaser against defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty only applies to products purchased from a retailer approved by TIME.
  • Page 2 Congratulations! "Co n g rat u lat io n s o n yo u r p u rch ase o f a TIME Flu id it y m o d u le." TIME modules and frames are designed using state-of-the-art tools, built using the most advanced materials and leading-edge technology.
  • Page 3 Multi-diameter steerer tube: FR 2 807 382 and US6 805 372 Composite steerer tube: EP 1 015 301 SAFETY INFORMATION TIME modules are leading-edge products that have all the safety guarantees for their intended use. Please read the following instructions carefully to ensure safe use. Tightening torques: Torque to the recommended values for optimum operation and safety.
  • Page 4 Regularly check your bicycle before use Keep your bicycle away from excessive heat In the event of a fall, have your bicycle checked by your retailer or TIME's customer service. If in doubt about a part of your module, contact TIME's customer service.
  • Page 5 Before you start assembling the bicycle, check that the accessories and components are compatible with the TIME module. To adjust the TIME Fluidity module to the user's size and position, the steerer tube length and seat height will have to be adjusted.
  • Page 6 Tightening torque 8 Nm Fig. 2 2) Fit the assembly to the Fluidity module/frame The seat collar must be installed on the frame, screws loose Drive the seat post straight into the frame without turning (fig.3) To ensure that the seat post will stay in place, we would advise not to lubricate it. However, if it does...
  • Page 7 Fluidity 2014-2015 Maximum insertion mark Max torque 5Nm Figure 4 Important: The seat post must never be beyond the limit: Sortie Max (Raise max) The seat post must never be beyond the limit: Insert Max - 7 -...
  • Page 8 Fluidity 2014-2015 B) ADJUSTING THE FORK LENGTH AND ASSEMBLING THE STEM TIME Fluidity modules and frames are fitted with a patented headset system: QUICKSET The QUICKSET concept involves separating the headset adjustment from the stem adjustment while preserving the benefits of the Aheadset system. The cyclist can adjust their position without any headset adjustment constraint.
  • Page 9 Remove the tool and wipe off any carbon burrs and dust Fig.6 We recommend cutting the steerer tube using a suitable guide TIME tool in the toolbox VAR FH 92900 tool Cut perpendicularly to the steerer tube axis 4) Fit the stem back on Install the stem, leaving a 0.5 to 2 mm gap between the top end of the steerer tube and the upper...
  • Page 10 Important: The compression plug is specific to the TIME Fluidity module No other model is compatible Important: do not over-tighten the stem. It could cause permanent damage to the steerer tube. Important: detailed assembly instructions for the TIME MONOLINK Full carbon stem are available - 10 -...
  • Page 11 TIME accepts no responsibility for any non-compliant assembly C) SELECTING THE TYPE OF GEAR-SHIFTING SYSTEM TIME Fluidity modules and frames are compatible with mechanical or electronic (SHIMANO Di2 or CAMPAGNOLO EPS) gear-shifting systems By default the frame is prepared for a mechanical system, but has cable grommets for electronic versions...
  • Page 12 Fluidity 2014-2015 a) Front derailleur cable housing It must be installed over the front derailleur cable to protect the frame against friction (fig. 9) Protective cable Figure 9 b) Installing the plugs Now remove the cable guides (nylon threads) used for electronic systems, then plug the holes (fig.
  • Page 13 Fluidity 2014-2015 Plug Ø 8 Figure 11 c) Installing the right-hand chain stay plug To prevent water building up inside the frame, a tapered plug must be inserted in the rear right dropout The plug must be installed in the hole used for the derailleur cable for electronic versions...
  • Page 14 For any specific questions about electrical elements and not related to the frame, refer to the groupset manufacturer's technical instructions and manuals. TIME Fluidity framesets come with a preassembly for mechanical groupsets To fit an electronic groupset to your bicycle, you must first remove any parts dedicated to mechanical...
  • Page 15 Fluidity 2014-2015 Remove the cable housing from the chain stay by loosening the POSIDRIV screws (fig.14) Figure 14 Contents of the specific set for assembling electronic groupsets (fig. 15): P/N: 55007940 Figure 15 55007940 - 15 -...
  • Page 16 Fluidity 2014-2015 a) TIME Fluidity fitted to a SHIMANO Di2 groupset Specific TIME components to use Rear dropout joint JUNCTION B holder Screw Clamp Rivet Holder Ø 2.4 x 8 Note: Junction B holder is only used with TIME Monolink Full Carbon stems...
  • Page 17 Fluidity 2014-2015 Installing the power unit on the seat post The SHIMANO SM-BTR2 power unit must be assembled onto the TIME seat post using the supplied Multi-Fit parts Slide the SM-BTR2 power unit into the Multi-Fit holder (fig. 16) Figure 16 Lodge the clamp into the dedicated groove (fig.
  • Page 18 Fluidity 2014-2015 Tighten the screw (moderately) (fig. 19) Figure 19 Slide the assembly into the seat post tube (fig. 20) Figure 20 Clip the assembly into the seat post tube hole (fig. 21) Figure 21 Your SHIMANO SM-BTR2 power unit is now attached to the seat post...
  • Page 19 Fluidity 2014-2015 Wiring EW-SD50 wires in the frame Run cable SM-EWSD50IL95 (950mm long) through the down tube. Use the wire already routed through the frame: Tie the connector to the end of the wire on the top of the down tube.
  • Page 20 Fluidity 2014-2015 Connect element SM-JC41 to the four cables in the bottom bracket. Cable order is not important. Preferably connect cable SM-EWSD50IL100 and cable SM-EWSD50IL40 to the same side of SM- JC41. (fig. 23) EW-SD50IL95 EW-SD50IL100 EW-SD50IL60 EW-SD50IL40 Figure 23...
  • Page 21 (fig. 25) Figure 25 Fit the TIME dropout joint to the rear right dropout and the Shimano grommets to the inlet holes for the front derailleur and junction wires (top of down tube). (fig. 26 & 27) Open the joint using the slot then slide the...
  • Page 22 Fluidity 2014-2015 Position it correctly then push firmly into place Joint in place Figure 27 Assembling SHIMANO Cable EW-SD50 grommets (fig. 28) Head tube Seat tube towards front derailleur dropout SM-GM02 Figure 28 The groupset is now ready to be installed. Refer to Shimano recommendations regarding derailleur installation and adjustment procedures.
  • Page 23 This procedure only involves Modules and Modules Plus delivered with a TIME MONOLINK Ulteam stem. For stems, TIME offers a solution for fitting the Junction B that eliminates the unsightly clamp A Junction B holder and a rivet were supplied with your module.
  • Page 24 Fluidity 2014-2015 rivet using suitable riveting pliers (fig.30) Check the position of the holder: The retaining clip must be on the left hand side of the bike (forward-facing) Figure 30 Retaining clip Once the stem is fitted to the frame, you will be able to attach the SM-EW90-A or SM-EW90-B Junction Box (fig.31)
  • Page 25 Fluidity 2014-2015 b) TIME Fluidity fitted to a CAMPAGNOLO EPS groupset Important: This frame is not compatible with an integrated PU14-REEPS Power Unit Instead, use an external PU12-REEPS Power Unit or PU14-REEPS Power Unit with external adapter Specific TIME components to use...
  • Page 26 Fluidity 2014-2015 Preparing the Power Unit V2 (refer to CAMPAGNOLO documentation) Attach the Power Unit V2 clamp to the frame with the threaded nuts (fig.32) Figure 32 Run the Power Unit V2 wires through the frame then install the plug (fig.33)
  • Page 27 Fasten the part with the supplied screws (fig.34) Figure 34 Finalise the routing of the control cables To do this, you can either use the TIME nylon threads already in place or the magnetic tool supplied by CAMPAGNOLO (fig.35) Figure 35...
  • Page 28 Fluidity 2014-2015 Fit the TIME dropout joint to the rear right dropout and the Campagnolo grommets to the inlet holes for the front derailleur and junction wires (top of down tube). (Fig 36&37) Open the joint using the slot then slide the...
  • Page 29 E) ASSEMBLING THE BRAKE CALIPERS Before assembling, read the manufacturer's specifications sheet for the braking system TIME modules are delivered with specific brake nuts which must be installed instead of the OEM brake nuts Front nut 36 mm long (P/N: 60005998)
  • Page 30 F) ASSEMBLING THE FRONT DERAILLEUR Before assembling, read the manufacturer's specifications sheet for the front derailleur. TIME Fluidity modules and frames are designed to accommodate a braze-on front derailleur The derailleur hanger has 2 positions High position for standard chainsets (53 tooth sprocket) (fig.
  • Page 31 H) ASSEMBLING THE REAR BRAKE CABLE 1) Passage for the rear brake cable housing TIME FLUIDITY modules have an internal passage for the rear brake cable housing A guide tube guides the housing in the upper tube of the frame (fig.
  • Page 32 Fluidity 2014-2015 I) ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Your TIME frame comes with a number of additional accessories! 1) Cable housing guards They must be installed on the derailleur cable housings to prevent friction and impact with the frame (P/N: 55005998) (fig. 45)
  • Page 33 Fluidity 2014-2015 J) ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE 1) Adjusting the headset TIME modules are fitted with the QUICKSET headset system Although the system is factory preset, slight play will appear after a running in period. This is normal. To eliminate this play, proceed as follows:...
  • Page 34 Fit the stem back on P/N: 55006027 Fig.22 Important: TIME frame headset bearings are specific! Never install adaptable bearings or bearings from a different brand as this could jeopardise the safety and cause permanent damage to your frame - 34 -...
  • Page 35 Fluidity 2014-2015 Headset assembly exploded view Compression cap Stem Spacer O-ring QUICKSET cup Ergodrive QUICKSET cup deflector Glued thread Upper bearing Ø 42 Protective Lower bearing skirt Ø 45 - 35 -...
  • Page 36 Fluidity 2014-2015 Replacing the rear derailleur hanger Loosen the 2 M3 screw using a crosspoint screwdriver (P/N: 60001487) Remove the damaged derailleur hanger Slightly lubricate the supporting face on the frame Install the new derailleur hanger (P/N: 55003337) Tighten the 2 M3 Phillips head screws...