Recommissioning After Storage; Maintenance And Care; Maintenance Intervals; Disposal And Environmental Protection - DT SWISS F 535 ONE Mode D'emploi

6 HANDLING
6.1 TRANSPORT
Careful transport avoids damage to the fork. The stanchions in particular must be protected from damage.
6.2 STORAGE (> 1 MONTH)
Careful storage prolongs the life of the fork. Note the following points:
• Reduce the air pressure.
• Clean the fork and control elements.
• For the remote version, release the tension of the remote cable in order to prevent wear.
6.3

RECOMMISSIONING AFTER STORAGE

1. Invert the fork.
The lubricating oil runs from the lower section of the fork over the bushings, therefore lubricating them.
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2. Gently compress the fork a few times.
The lubricating oil is distributed.
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3. Check the air pressure in the spring element and adjust it as necessary (see "ADJUSTING THE AIR
PRESSURE" from page 24).
4. Actuate the control elements several times.
The oil is distributed over the seals.
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5. Check all of the functions of the fork.
If there are any malfunctions, contact the DT Swiss Service Center.
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7

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

7.1

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

Task
Full service completed by a DT Swiss Service Center.
Small service (if necessary completed by a DT Swiss Service Center)
see technical manual at www.dtswiss.com
Check the fork for damage and cracks.
If there is any damage apparent, contact the DT Swiss Service Center.
Check that the fork is correctly fastened.
Check that the brake cable is securely seated.
Check the functionality.
Clean with a soft sponge and a suitable cleaning agent, especially in the area
around the wipers. Do not use high pressure cleaners or aggressive cleaning
agents!
Aluminium is subject to a slow but steady fatigue of the material. Even statically uncritical loads can lead to
deformation or fracture of a component after fatigue of the material. In order to counteract this fatigue, we
recommend that the upper unit of the suspension fork be replaced by a DT Swiss Service Center after 3 years
in case of very heavy use, such as above-average frequent use of the fork under high load.
7.2

DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

The legal provisions concerning disposal apply. Essentially, waste of all kinds must be avoided or recycled. Any
waste, cleaning products or liquids of any kind must be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner.
Interval
Annually or after
200 operating hours
50 operating hours
Before and after each ride
and after a crash
Before each ride
Before each ride
Before each ride
After each ride
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