Components: function and handling
Design of the quick-release axle
The quick-release axle consists of two firmly connected components, the hand lever A and
the axle with thread. A quick-release axle allows the wheel to be fitted or removed quickly
and without tools.
Handling the quick-release axle
1.
Open: Flip hand lever A so that it reads "Open" on the inner side. To further release,
turn the hand lever A anticlockwise. Then pull the quick-release axle out by hand lever
A.
2. Close: First insert the threaded axle through the fork and hub. Turn the quick-release
axle clockwise by the hand lever until a slight preload is achieved. Using the ball of
your hand, flip the hand lever A so that you can read "Close" on the outer side. The
lever force should increase significantly in the second half of the closing motion.
3. Check: Check the quick-release axle is secure by trying to turn the closed hand lever A.
If the hand lever A can be turned in a circle, the wheel is not sufficiently secured. In this
case, open the hand lever A and increase the preload.
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