Pacific Cycle HF3305 manual Inspection, Adjustment, Standard Headset

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HEADSET

Inspection

The headset bearing adjustment should be checked every month. This is important as it is the headset which locks the fork into the frame, and if loose, can cause damage or result in an accident.

While standing over the frame top tube with both feet on the ground, apply the front brake firmly and rock the bicycle back and forth; if you detect any looseness in the headset, it will need adjustment. Check that the headset is not over tight by slowly rotating the fork to the right and left. If the fork tends to stick or bind at any point, the bearings are too tight.

Note: If your bike is equipped with a threadless headset, please see a qualified specialist for repairs and adjustments.

Adjustment

Loosen the headset top locknut or remove it completely along with the reflector bracket, if fitted. Turn the adjusting cup clockwise until finger tight. Replace the lock washer or reflector bracket and re-tighten the lock nut using a suitable wrench.

Note: Do not over tighten or bearing damage will occur.

Always make sure that the headset is properly adjusted and that the headset locknut is fully tightened before riding.

Warning: Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and/or injury to the rider.

Standard Headset

Lock Nut

Lock Washer

Adjusting Cup/Cone

Ball Retainer

Top Head Cup

Bottom Head Cup

Ball Retainer

Crown Race

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Contents Helmets Save Lives Page Please Retain your Sales Receipt As Proof of Purchase Pacificcycle ServicePage Page ? Part 6 Part PartParts Identification PA RT 1 PA RT S I D E N T I F I C AT I O N Page Monday Friday 800 a.m. 500 p.m. Central Time Tools RequiredAbout this Manual Correct Frame Size Riding Position Saddle HeightReach Handlebar Height Brakes Wheels and TiresSteering Chain AccessoriesBearings Cranks and PedalsHelmets Fork Mount Reflector Bracket Assembly Front Reflector Mount with Caliper Brake AssemblyReflectors Seat and Handlebar Mounting Reflectors Seatstay Mount Reflector Bracket AssemblyGeneral Rules Riding SafelyWet Weather Night RidingPedaling Technique Hill Technique Do not leave it up to trial and errorCornering Technique Rules for ChildrenOperating Principles Derailleur GearsRecommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Hand Grip ShiftersBelow the Bar Shifters Thumb Shifters Top MountedBicycle Care Basic MaintenanceSecurity StorageHandlebars Getting StartedHandlebar Installation Stem Installation Should be assembled on the bike alreadyTightening/Preloading Aheadset Failure to do this may cause loss of steering controlHeadtube of the Bicycle Sunken Stem Bolt SystemTop mounted thumb shifter ShiftersForks Seat and Seat Post Pedals & Crank Set Front Wheel Correct Quick Release Axle SettingFront Brake Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Link WireTouching Style Brakes Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Straddle CableBrake While holding the shoe against Check your Brakes Disc Brakes Page Rear Derailleur DerailleurFront Derailleur Dual Suspension Rear Pivots Saddle Bag Frame Bag Reflector Front Fender FendersCaliper Brake Mounting System 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting SystemRear Fender Screw Mounting System10mm Bolt and Screw System Final Check Single Speed & BMX Seat Front Wheel Side Pull Brake Touching Pinch Bolt Straddle Cable 90o Anchor Pivot Caliper Arm Brake Adjust the balance with the spring tension adjustment screws Rear U-Brake Front U-BrakeBlake Lever Cable Installation Rotors Single Cable Casing Cable Adjuster Cable Splitter Axle Peg Assembly Instructions Non-ThreadedThreaded Option Training WheelsAttaching Training Wheel Brace to Bicycle Shape BraceFlat Brace Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Pads Rear Front Reflector Red White Chainguard Weekly Schedule 1 LubricationMonthly Every Six MonthsFrequency Task Reference Schedule 2 Service ChecklistTravel Tools Wheel Inspection Wheels and TiresTire Inspection Recommended Tire pressuresBead How To Fix a Flat Tire Hub Bearing AdjustmentRemove tire bead from the rim Pull tire back onto the rim Handlebar Stem Handlebars and StemDo not over tighten Grip Shifters Grip Shift InstallationDo not ride a bicycle that is not operating properly Cables and Cable HousingHeadset AdjustmentInspection Standard HeadsetLubrication Saddle and Seat PostAdjustment Brakes Adjustment Sidepull Calipers Adjustment Cantilever Calipers Tread Drivetrain PedalsNever ride with loose pedals Lubrication and Adjustment AttachmentNever ride in traffic with fully tightened toe straps Crank SET Lubrication and Adjustment One Piece Cranks Lubrication and Adjustment Cotterless Cranks To disassembleCotterless Crank Removal Adjustment After Use Cotterless Crank ReplacementChain Adjustment and ReplacementFreewheel Coaster HUB Derailleur Systems Without hesitation Adjustment Rear DerailleurAdjustment Front Derailleur Reflectors Quick Release LeversBasket Assembly Miscellaneous AccessoriesProblem Possible Cause Remedy Problem Possible Cause Remedy Problem Possible Cause Remedy Wheel Quick Release Adjusting the quick release mechanismFront Wheel Secondary Retention Devices 100 101 Removing and Installing Bolt-On WheelsAdjusting the quick release mechanism Seatpost Quick Release102 How brakes work 103Why all those gears? Adjusting your brakesShifting 104Shifting a derailleur drivetrain 105Shifting the Rear Derailleur 106107 Toeclips & StrapsTires and Tubes Clipless step-in pedals108 TiresTire Valves 109110 Bicycle SuspensionSerial Number Location 111112 Limited Warranty