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8.5.1
Servicing the frame
1 Check frame for cracks, warping and damage
to the paintwork.
If there are any cracks, warping or damage to
the paintwork, remove the ebike from service.
New frame as specified in the parts list.
8.5.1.1 Servicing the carbon frame
You need to distinguish between scratches on
the paintwork and impacts if the carbon frame
paintwork is damaged.
Ask customer what caused the damage.
Examine damage with a magnifying glass to
see if fibres are permanently damaged.
Damage to paintwork
1 Gently sand paintwork damage with 600-grit
sandpaper.
2 Smooth edges.
3 Apply one or two coats of repair paint.
Damage from impact
There may be damage to the laminate beneath the
paintwork in the case of impact damage. The
frame may break even under light stress.
1 Take ebike out of service.
2 Send frame to a fibre composite repair
company or purchase new frame as specified
in the parts list.
8.5.2
Checking the pannier rack
Scratches, cracks and breaks may appear on the
pannier rack caused by the panniers and cargo
boxes.
1 Examine pannier rack for scratches, cracks
and breaks.
Replace damaged pannier racks.
If the paint protection film is missing or has
worn away, affix a new paint protection film.
8.5.3
Servicing axle with quick release
CAUTION
!
Crash caused by unfastened quick
release
A faulty or incorrectly installed quick release
may become caught in the brake rotor and block
the wheel. This will cause a crash.
Install the front wheel quick release lever on
the opposite side to the brake rotor.
Crash caused by faulty or incorrectly
installed quick release
The brake rotor becomes very hot during
operation. Parts of the quick release may
become damaged as a result. The quick release
comes loose. This will cause a crash with
injuries.
The front wheel quick release lever and the
brake rotor must be situated on opposite
sides.
Crash caused by incorrectly set clamping
force
Excessively high clamping force will damage the
quick release and cause it to lose its function.
Insufficient clamping force will cause a undue
force to specific areas. The suspension fork or
the frame may break. This will cause a crash
with serious injuries.
Never fasten a quick release using a tool (e.g.
hammer or pliers).
Only use the clamping lever with the specified
set clamping force.
1 Undo quick release.
2 Fasten quick release.
3 Check the position and clamping force of the
quick release lever.
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