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KS LEV Ci User Manual

KS LEV Ci
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HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SEATPOST
USER MANUAL
This user manual covers the following models: LEV-Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i,
eTen-i
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KS LEV Ci Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryDropper Seatpost
Diameter Options30.9mm, 31.6mm
MaterialCarbon Fiber
ActuationCable
RoutingInternal
Travel Options100mm, 125mm, 150mm
ActivationRemote

Summary

Important Safety and Warranty Information

Attention

Highlights the high-performance nature of the product and the importance of proper installation and maintenance.

Warning

Emphasizes the need for regular maintenance by a qualified technician and warns against disassembly.

Pre-Installation Checks and Preparations

Frame Fit and Preparation

Details frame compatibility, warns against modifications, and stresses frame cleanliness for proper seatpost installation.

Lubrication for LEV-Ci Installation

Provides specific guidance on applying grease to threads and using friction paste for LEV-Ci models, including torque specs.

Seatpost Installation Process

Seatpost Orientation

Illustrates the correct orientation for LEV-Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i, and eTen-i models.

Seatpost Installation Details

Minimum Insertion Depth

Explains the importance of inserting the seatpost to the minimum insertion line to prevent damage and ensure safety.

Seat Collar Torque Specification

Advises tightening the seat collar to a maximum of 5 N-m to avoid inhibiting proper seatpost function.

General Installation Precautions

Installation Overview and Assistance

Encourages reading instructions carefully and seeking assistance if unsure about installation skills or tools.

Frame Modification Warning

Strictly warns against drilling or modifying the frame, as it voids warranties and can cause failure, injury, or death.

Cable and Housing Length Determination

Remote Lever Placement and Cable Routing

Guides on temporarily installing the remote lever and routing the elbow noodle and cable housing for length measurement.

Lever Clamp Installation

Lever Clamp Torque and Types

Specifies torque for hinged and non-hinged lever clamps and describes compatibility with ODI Lock-On grips.

ODI Lock-On Grip Compatibility

Explains how to integrate the alloy remote lever clamp with ODI Lock-On compatible grips by replacing the inner lock ring.

Frame Cable Routing

Routing Housing Through Frame

Details routing the cable housing through the bicycle frame according to manufacturer specifications, ensuring sufficient length.

Cable Housing Cutting

Marking and Cutting Cable Housing

Instructs on marking the cable housing at the seat collar and an additional 110mm for final cutting.

Cable Connection Setup

Installing Ferrule on Cable Housing

Details installing the ferrule onto the end of the cable housing at the seat collar after it has been routed through the frame.

Inner Wire Routing and Slack Removal

Feeding Inner Wire and Pulling Slack

Explains feeding the inner wire through the remote lever, barrel adjuster, and housing, then pulling slack from the seat collar.

Inner Wire and Housing Trimming

Standard Shifter Cable Setup

Details trimming cable housing and inner wire for standard shifter cables, including torque for the locking cable end.

Option 1: Standard Shifter Cable

Provides instructions for using a standard shifter cable, marking the inner wire 18mm longer than housing.

Recourse Ultralight Cable System

Installing Recourse Ultralight Cable

Details installing the LEV-Ci ferrule and routing the Recourse inner wire, with specific spacing for the locking cable end.

Connecting Inner Wire to Mast

Securing Locking Cable End

Guides inserting the Locking Cable End through the slotted hole and the housing into the slotted cable stop on the mast.

Final Seatpost Mounting

Installing Seatpost in Seat Collar

Details placing the seatpost into the seat collar while managing cable slack from the frame entry point.

Saddle Installation

Saddle Clamp Assembly

Explains removing and reassembling the saddle clamp components, including spherical nuts and floating clamps.

Saddle Angle Adjustment and Torque

Guides on seating saddle rails, achieving the desired angle, and tightening head clamp bolts to specified torque (10 N-m or 8 N-m for LEV-Ci).

Model-Specific Saddle Torque

CRUX-i Saddle Clamp Torque

Details loosening the head clamp bolts, setting saddle position, and tightening to 15 N-m for CRUX-i models.

ETEN-i Saddle Clamp Torque

Details loosening the single head clamp bolt, setting saddle position, and tightening to 22 N-m for eTen-i models.

Return Speed Adjustment

Adjusting Air Pressure for Return Speed

Guides on adjusting air pressure using a shock pump for LEV-Ci, LEV Integra, and LEV-Si models, with recommended operating pressures.

Operating Your Seat Post

Initial Seat Post Usage

Explains the initial 'nudge' required for first-time use or after long periods of non-use due to seal migration.

Raising and Lowering Saddle

Details how to lower and raise the saddle using the actuation lever or remote for any desired position within travel.

Safety and Maintenance Procedures

Pre-Ride Safety Checks

Outlines checks for seat post security, bolt tightness, wear, leaks, and proper maximum raised position for control.

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Recommends periodic service, cleaning, and lubrication every 6 months, with more frequent maintenance for wet/dusty conditions.

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