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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULL Y! It contains important safety information. Keep it for future reference. Please note that the specications and inf ormation in this manual are subject to change for product improvemen t. For the la test product information, go to http://www .cannondale. com/tech/. sc alpel 100 O wner ’ s Manual Supplement 120871.PDF[...]
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2 SAFETY INFORMA TION About This Supplement Cannondale Owner ’ s M anual Supplements provide important model specic safety , maintenance , and technical information. They are not replacements for your Cannondale Bicycle Owner ’ s Manual . This supplement may be one of several for your bike . Be sure to obtain and read all of them. If you nee[...]
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120871.PDF 3 Intended U se Scalpel 100 is intended for Condition 3 (Cross-Country , Marathon) riding. C ondition 3 symbol shown in F igure 2. For riding on unimproved trails with small obstacles Figur e 2. Condition 3 riding includes Conditions 1 and 2, plus rough trails, small obstacles, and smooth technical areas , including areas where momentary[...]
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4 Building Up A Fr ameset Before building up a frameset, consult with your Cannondale Dealer and the component manufacturers, and discuss your riding style, ability , weight, and inter est in and patience f or maintenance . Make sure the components chosen are compatible with your bike and int ended for your weight and riding style. Generally speaki[...]
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120871.PDF 5 Inspec tion & Cr ash Damage of Carbon F r ames W ARN I NG AFTER A CRASH OR IMP A CT: Inspect frame carefully for damage (See P ART II, S ection D . Inspect F or Safety in your Cannondale Bicycle Owner ’ s Manual.) Do not ride your bike if you see any sign of damage, such as broken, splintered, or delaminated carbon ber . ANY O[...]
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6 T ire Siz e W ARN I NG OBSERVE THE “MAXIMUM TIRE WID TH” FOR Y OUR BIKE FOUND IN THE SPECIFICA TIONS P AGE OF THIS MANU AL. Mounting the wrong size tires can result in the tires hitting the f ork or frame when riding. If this happens, you can lose control of your bike and you can be thrown o, a moving tire can be stopped because it touches[...]
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120871.PDF 7 HEADTUBE HEADSET P ARTS or ADAPTERS AX L E MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH 500 mm Maximum F ork Length (500mm) Maximum Fork Length is an impor tant frame safety testing specication. Y ou must observe the measurement when installing headset par ts, headset adapters, installing and adjusting a fork , and selec ting replacement forks. In this manu[...]
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8 FRAME INFORMA TION 1. 12. 15. 14. 13. 16. 17. 18. 20. 19. 6. 7. 8. 2. 9. 10. 11. 5. 4. 3. Identication 1. T op T ube 2. T op T ube Shock M ount 3. Head T ube 4. Integrated Bearing Cup 5. Downtube 6. Bottom Bracket Shell 7. Seat T ube 8. Rear Shock 9. Seat tube Shock Mount 10. Shock Link Assembly 11. Seat Stay Bridge 12. Left Seat Stay 13. Righ[...]
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120871.PDF 9 HEADSHOK 1 ⅛ “ KP058/ HD169/ QSISEAL/ (adapters w/ headset) Integr ated H ead T ube In both alloy and carbon frame models, the SI bearing cups ar e interg rated within the head tube. I n alloy frames, the cups are machined in the head tube. In carbon models, cups are permanently bonded into the head tube. Cannondale Headshok System[...]
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10 SI BB30 Crankset C ompa tability The BB shell is compatable with the BB30 Standard. See http://w ww .bb30standard.com/ F or information see SI Cranksets O wner’ s Manual Supplement . See http://ww w .cannondale.com/ tech/. Bearing Maintenance Shell bearings (KB6180/) are sealed cartridge type and do not require lubrication. Inspect bearing con[...]
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120871.PDF 1 1 KB6180/ KT011/ KT010/ Lo c tite 609 (g r een) KF365/ groove DRIVE SIDE QC616/ KT013/ 8mm[...]
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12 Rear Shock The Scalpel is a unique suspension design. The living hinge seat and chainstays work in conjunction with the rear shock and provide some of the spring rate . This integrated spring for ce results in riders requiring much less air pressure than normal. The ke y is to set sag @ 8-10mm. The eect of +/- 5 psi is much greater at these l[...]
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120871.PDF 13 Shock Link Tigh tening T orques 5mm Allen 13 Nm, 115 In Lbs 4mm Allen 7 Nm, 62 In Lbs Loctite 242 (blue) 4mm Allen 7 Nm, 62 In Lbs Loctite 242 (blue) 5mm Allen 13 Nm, 115 In Lbs 4mm Allen 7 Nm, 62 In Lbs Loctite 242 (blue)[...]
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14 Shock Link Parts 121559 121549 A E 117165 H 117165 H 135S I 121559 E 116963 L 121563 K 121559 E 121648 B 121648 B 121564 J 121562 D 121560 C 121648 B 117165 H 121647 G 121559 E 121561 F 121561 F 135S I 121648 B 121560 C 121562 D FRONT SHOCK MOUNTING HARDW ARE ORDER KIT ITEM (Q T Y ) KP050/ SHOCK MOUNTING HARDW ARE G (1), L (1), I (2), H (3) KP05[...]
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120871.PDF 15 KP057/ Cable Routing Route rear brake line and rear derailluer cable above the r ear shock between the top tube mount as shown. Locate guides KP057/ in the postions indicated as rear brake line and rear derailluer cable pass through the through the shock mount.[...]
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16 Fr ame Guards Normal line and cable movement against the frame can wear a way painted nishes and decals. Overtime, cable rubbing can wear into the frame itself causing ver y serious frame damage. KF103/ (8 pcs) T o apply the guard material : 1. Clean the frame with a mild detergent and wipe dry with a clean t owel. Do not use solvents or hars[...]
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120871.PDF 17 2. 1. 3. KP054/ KP053/ includes items 1. and 2. Right Chainstay P rotector The clear lm adhesive chainstay protector (1) protects the right chainstay from contact with the chain. T he protector is replaceable. Check the condition of the chainstay protector before each ride. Replace it if it is missing or damaged. Y ou can order Can[...]
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18 Fr ont Der ailleur Cable Guide This snap in front derailleur cable guide is mounted under the bottom bracket shell . KF085/ Guides And Cable S tops Lines and cables on your bike are routed through frame guides using cable stops (1) and /or cable thru guides (2). Periodically , you should check to make sure the st ops and guides are in good condi[...]
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120871.PDF 19 1.1 N•m, 10 In•Lbs Loctite 242 (blue) KH048/ 2.5 mm Appy a lm of grease her e Rear Derailleur Hanger Before re - installing (same or new): Clean dropout and inspect carefully for any cracks or damage. Clean surfaces and apply a light lm of bike grease to the dropout to minimize any noise or “ creaking” tha t might result[...]
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20 maintenance The follo wing table lists only supplemental main tenance items. Please consult your Cannondale Bicycle Owner ’ s M anual for more inf ormation on basic bike maintenance. C onsult with your Cannondale Dealer to create a complete maintenance program for your riding style, components, and conditions of use. F ollow the maint enance r[...]
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120871.PDF 21 Cleaning USE ONL Y A MILD SOAP AND W A TER SOL UTION. Clean wa ter and a common dish washing liquid will work best. COVER SENSITIVE AREAS WITH A CLEAN PLASTIC BAG. Secured temporarily with a rubber band or masking tape, a bag can prevent wat er damage to various bike components (bearings, seals, fork / shock adjustment fea tures). SPR[...]
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22 ge o metr y/specific a ti o n ST L E K H F I L B C J A G ST L E K H F I L B C J A G S TL E K H F I L B C A G J Geometry scalpel 100 scalpel 100 FÉminine (cm / in) SIZE SMALL MEDIUM LARGE X-LARGE PETITE SMALL MEDIUM SEA T TUBE LENGTH STL 40.5/15.9 43.0/16.9 48.0/18.9 50.0/19.7 40.5/15.9 40.5/15.9 41.5/16.3 TOP TUBE HORIZONT AL C 57.5/22.6 60.0/2[...]
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120871.PDF 23 repla cement p ar t s ORDER FRAME KP048/ KIT ,DER.HANGER;SINGLE SIDED 3 KP051/ KIT ,LINK,HW ARE,SCALPEL 100 KP052/ KIT ,LINK ASSY ,SC ALPEL 100 KP053/ KIT ,CH.ST A Y PROTECT-SCALPEL 100 KP054/ KIT ,GU ARD ,SCUFFGU ARD,DOWNTUBE KF103/ KIT , GU ARD ,SCUFFGU ARD-8PK KF014/ KIT ,CABLE ST OP INSERTS-2 KF086/ KIT ,GUIDES,HY DR.BRAK .,10PCS [...]
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24 owner n o tes Record maintenanc e histor y , service, or set up information . DA TE WORK PERFORMED[...]