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5. GENERAL NOTES ABOUT ASSEMBLY
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive assembly, use, service,
repair, or maintenance guide. Please see an Authorized Specialized
Retailer for all service, repairs, or maintenance. Your Authorized
Specialized Retailer may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics, or
books on bicycle use, service, repair, and maintenance.
WARNING! Many components on the Epic WC are proprietary. Use
of other components or hardware can compromise the integrity
and strength of the assembly. Epic WC-specific components
should only be used on the Epic WC and not on other bicycles,
even if they fit. Failure to follow this warning could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING! Never modify your frame or components in any way. Do
not sand, drill, file, or remove parts. Do not install incompatible
forks or components. An improperly modified frame, fork, or
component, can cause you to lose control and fall.
WARNING! Before your first ride and regularly thereafter, ensure
the pedals are tightened to specification. Pedals can loosen over
time depending on the type and frequency of use. This is especially
true if they were not installed properly. Riding with loose pedals may
damage the threads and the pedal may disengage from the crank,
which can result in a loss of control of the bicycle.
In order to successfully build the Epic WC bicycle, it is very
important to follow the order of operations as outlined in this
manual. Modifying the order of assembly will result in a longer
build process.
5.1. Required tools
3, 4, 5, 6, 8 mm hex bits
High-quality carbon assembly
paste
4 mm hex key (for rear shock
adjustments)
High-quality grease
Reversible torque wrench Blue Loctite
Shock pump Green Loctite
Cable housing cutters
5.2. Bolt size / tools / torque specifications
WARNING! Correct tightening force on fasteners (nuts, bolts,
screws) on your bicycle is important for your safety. If too little
force is applied, the fastener may not hold securely. If too much
force is applied, the fastener can strip threads, stretch, deform
or break.
Either way, an incorrect tightening force can result in component
failure, which can cause you to lose control and fall. Where
indicated, ensure that each bolt is torqued to specification. After
your first ride, and consistently thereafter, recheck the tightness
of each bolt to ensure secure attachment of the components.
CAUTION: Ensure all contact surfaces are clean and appropriate
bolt, bearing, and spacer applications are applied (refer to the
instructions for each) prior to installation.
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