Preventative Maintenance
Performing necessary preventative maintenance is key to keeping your CycleOps IC in proper working condition. Following these recommended maintenance procedures will help extend the life of your CycleOps IC.
DAILY
Wipe Down/Cleaning:
After your ride, be sure to release all tension from the resistance mechanism. Wipe down the entire unit using an absorbent cloth. A standard bicycle polish can be used on the painted parts of the IC. Focus on areas where sweat can settle. Give particular atten- tion to the following:
•Handlebar
•Seat/Seat tube
•Flywheel
•Frame
•Chain Guard
•Resistance Knob
•Handlebar Tube
•Stabilizers
**Never use abrasive cleaning liquids or
Inspection/Adjustment:
Inspect the CycleOps IC for any loose parts, nuts, bolts, etc. Pay special attention to the following:
•Pedals
•Seat Assembly bracket
•Handlebar assembly bracket
•Crank arms – tighten to 75
WEEKLY
Perform all daily maintenance recommendations. In addition:
•Inspect screws on console bracket. Tighten if necessary.
•Inspect and properly tighten brake pads.
•Properly tighten pedals and all hardware attaching toe clips/straps (if applicable)
•Inspect handlebar clamp assembly.
•Inspect seat clamp assembly. Tighten clamp bolt if necessary
•Inspect stabilizer feet. Tighten if necessary.
•Inspect flywheel. Check for proper alignment. Tighten acorn locking nuts to 75
•Inspect crank/bottom bracket interface. Tighten to 75
MONTHLY
•Perform all Daily and Weekly maintenance recommendations. In addition:
•Perform thorough cleaning of the CycleOps IC. This includes:
•Remove handlebar tube and seat tube and clean both the stainless steel tube as well as inside the plastic sleeve. Inspect sleeves for scoring. Replace if no longer properly securing vertical adjustment.
•Clean the underside of the stabilizer feet.
•Remove console bracket and clean the handlebar assembly
•Clean the flywheel with mild detergent or a damp cloth
•Check the chain tension to ensure that the chain is properly adjusted. See “Adjusting the Chain Tension” for instructions
•Inspect plastic sleeves for damage. Replace if necessary.
•Inspect brake pads for wear. Replace pads if there is less than 2mm of felt pad exposed.
•Lube the drive train. See “Lubrication” for instructions.
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