Inspecting The Fork; Inspecting The Carbon Suspension Fork; Inspecting The Suspension Fork - Bosch KB069 RW Series Translation Of Original Operating Instructions

8.5.8

Inspecting the fork

WARNING
!
Injury due to explosion
The air chamber is pressurised. When the air
system in a faulty suspension fork is maintained,
it may explode and cause serious injury.
 Wear safety goggles, protective gloves and
safety clothing when assembling or carrying
out maintenance on the bicycle.
 Release the air for the air chambers. Detach
all air insert fitments.
 Never service or dismantle a suspension fork
if it has not completely rebounded.
CAUTION
!
Hazard for the environment due to toxic
substances
The suspension fork contains toxic and
environmentally harmful oils and lubricants. Such
fluids will contaminate if they enter the sewers or
groundwater.
 Dispose of lubricants and oils left over after
repairs in an environmentally responsible way
in accordance with statutory regulations.
1 Remove fork.
2 Check fork for cracks, warping and damage to
the paintwork.
 If there are any cracks, warping or damage to
the paintwork, remove the pedelec from
service. New fork as specified in the parts list.
3 Clean inside and exterior.
4 Grease fork.
5 Install fork.
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Inspection and maintenance

8.5.8.1 Inspecting the carbon suspension fork

Only applies to pedelecs with this equipment
1 Remove fork.
2 Check fork for cracks, warping and damage to
the paintwork.
3 You need to distinguish between scratches on
the paintwork and impacts if the carbon
suspension fork paintwork is damaged.
 Ask customer what caused the damage.
 Examine damage with a magnifying glass to
see if fibres are permanently damaged or
delamination has taken place.

8.5.8.2 Inspecting the suspension fork

Only applies to pedelecs with this equipment
1 Remove fork.
2 Check fork for cracks, warping and damage to
the paintwork.
 If there are any cracks, warping or damage to
the paintwork, remove the pedelec from
service. New fork as specified in the parts list.
3 Dismantle suspension fork.
4 Lubricate dust seals and slide bushings.
5 Check torques.
6 Clean inside and exterior.
7 Grease fork.
8 Install fork.
9 Adjust suspension fork (see Section 6.3.14).
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