Formula Linea User manual
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MANUALE ISTRUZIONI - OPERATING MANUAL - MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS -
BETRIEBSANLEITUNG - MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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WARNING! BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS NEW FORMULA S.a.S PRODUCT
IT IS CRITICAL TO YOUR SAFETY THAT YOU READ AND STRICTLY ADHERE TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE SERIOUS IN-
JURY AND/OR AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AS IT CONTAINS
INFORMATION CRITICAL TO YOUR SAFETY.
WARNING! DO NOT INSTALL OR DISASSEMBLE THIS FORMULA S.a.S PRODUCT ON
YOUR OWN!
Always seek the help of a professional mechanic. If you decide to ignore this im-
portant safety warning, keep in mind that you are doing so EXCLUSIVELY at your
own risk and strictly follow all Formula installation and disassembly instructions.
Note: AS WITH ANY MANUAL, THIS MAY BE PERIODICALLY UPDATED. CONTACT
YOUR FORMULA S.a.S DEALER, OR CHECK OUR WEB SITE, (www.rideformula.com)
TO RECEIVE ALL SUCH UPDATES.
This manual contains information for the safe use, proper mounting and mainte-
nance of LINEA wheel sets. Following the rules contained in this manual will ensure
the safest use, best performance and longest life of your LINEA wheels and will avoid
the most common product use/maintenance inconveniences and problems.
Carefully follow the SAFETY GUIDELINES to assure appropriate use and service of
LINEA wheel sets.
In this handbook you will find the following safety symbols:
CAUTION: Directs your attention toward unsafe practices which could result in
damage to the bicycle, equipment and/or minor injury.
WARNING: Directs your attention toward unsafe practices a foreseeable con-
sequence of which would be damage to the bicycle, equipment and/or serious
injury or death.
It is impossible to anticipate every situation that may occur while riding a bicycle. This
manual makes no representation about the safe use of the bicycle under all condi-
tions. There are risks associated with the use of any bicycle which cannot be predict-
ed or avoided. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that
risk. Read and understand your bicycle owner’s manual before using your bicycle.
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
•Never put your hands near or inside rotating parts. Protective five-finger gloves that
do not reduce sensitivity or your ability to grip should be used during repair.
•Check you adopt the correct measures to handle all components and equipment
that could cause damage to persons or property.
•Before starting any product installation/mounting operations, carefully check for
potentially dangerous conditions at the work site. If dark, ensure sufficient light is
available.
TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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•All maintenance operations must be carried out solely by personnel authorized by FOR-
MULA S.a.S.
• Ensure that the thru axle is tightened correctly. Bounce the bike on the ground from
aheight of about 10cm/4” to ensure that there are no loose parts. Riding with an im-
properly adjusted wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or fall off the
bicycle causing injury or death.
•Ensure that the tires are in good condition and check the inflation pressure before
each ride.
•Wet weather impairs tire grip, traction and braking, making it much more difficult to
control the bike. More attention must be paid while riding in wet conditions in order to
avoid accidents. Bear in mind that braking power/tire grip can change suddenly as the
road surface gradually dries.
•Always wear a properly fitted and fastened helmet while riding. Make sure the hel-
met is approved in the country of use.
•Learn and comply with the local rules of the road and cycling regulations. Always
ride carefully and responsibly.
•Wear close-fitting clothes that make you easy to see (fluorescent or bright colors).
•If you ride at night, use adequate lights and reflectors that are clean and fitted se-
curely. Be constantly alert that in darkness, you may not be visible to other road
users and alert to possible obstacles in the road.
LINEA WHEELSET SAFETY GUIDELINES
•LINEA wheel sets produced by FORMULA S.a.S are designed exclusively for use on
two wheel bicycles.. Any other use is to be considered hazardous. FORMULA S.a.S
shall not be held liable for any consequences from improper usage.
•The lifespan of LINEA wheel sets depends on many factors, such as rider size and
weight, tires used and normal wear and tear on the bicycle and/or wheels.
•The rim wears with use and is subject to metal fatigue. Check the condition of the
rim regularly and replace the rim when necessary. A worn rim or one showing signs
of fatigue may break suddenly.
•Impact, falls, excessive, improper or harsh use of the bicycle may compromise the
structural integrity of the wheels, significantly reducing their lifespan. Short life-
wheel components need to be replaced more often.
•Have the wheels regularly inspected by a qualified mechanic for any cracks, defor-
mation, signs of fatigue or wear. Use of penetrating fluid or other visual enhancers
to locate cracks on parts is recommended.
•If inspection reveals any deformation, cracks, signs of impact or stress, no matter
how slight, immediately replace (not repair) the component. Excessively worn com-
ponents also require im-mediate replacement.
•The frequency at which inspection is required depends on many factors. Ask a FOR-
MULA S.a.S dealer to recommend an inspection and service schedule that is right
for you.
•Use of the product by individuals who weigh more than 120kg/265Ibs is not recom-
mended. If you weigh more than 120kg/265Ibs be especially careful and have the
bike inspected more frequently.
•Parts which have been bent or damaged in an accident or as the result of impact,
must be immediately replaced with genuine FORMULA S.a.S replacement parts.
•Rim/tire compatibility; LINEA wheel sets are precisely sized. If fitting the tire onto a
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LINEA rim is too easy, the tire may be too big. Use only high-quality tires which are
the correct size and require reasonable force in order to be put on. A tire that is too
big may suddenly deflate causing serious accidents, personal injury or death.
•Check with a qualified mechanic to ensure that the selected LINEA wheel is suitable
for the required type of use and to establish an inspection and service schedule that
is right for you.
•Tools supplied by other manufacturers for wheels similar to LINEA wheels may
not be compatible with LINEA wheels. Likewise, tools provided by FORMULA S.a.S
may not be compatible with components/wheels supplied by other manufacturers.
Check with a qualified mechanic or tool manufacturer to ensure compatibility before
using tools supplied by one manufacturer on components/wheels supplied by an-
other manufacturer.
•Failure to verify compatibility of the tools may cause the component to work incor-
rectly or break, resulting in an accident, personal injury or death.
•The user of LINEA wheels expressly recognizes that there are risks inherent in bi-
cycle riding, including but not limited to failure of a bike component, resulting in an
accident, personal injury or death.
•By purchasing and using these LINEA wheels, the user expressly, voluntarily and
knowingly accepts and/or assumes these risks, including but not limited to the risk
of passive negligence on the part of FORMULA S.a.S, i.e. for hidden, latent or obvious
defects and exempts FORMULA S.a.S from liability to the fullest extent permitted by
law against any resulting damage.
•Ensure there are no damaged or loose spokes.
•Always make sure that the front and rear wheels are marked “LINEA”.
•Make sure the wheels are true before use. Spin the wheel to ensure that it does not
wobble up and down or from side to side. Never use wheels that are not true or that
have broken or damaged spokes.
•Carefully read the FORMULA LINEA wheel instructions before use.
•Carefully follow the scheduled maintenance program as indicated in the relative
paragraph.
•Always use genuine FORMULA S.a.S replacement parts.
•Always use a spoke protection disc on the rear wheel. Check that it is in the correct
position on a regular basis.
BREAK-IN
Once your new hub is placed in service, some settling may occur. Check adjustment
by attaching wheel into dropouts. Ride for 5-10 minutes, check for play or binding,
and readjust if necessary. Recheck after the first 1-5 hours of riding. Check cog lock
ring on rear hubs after the first 20 hours of use, and tighten if necessary. Continue
monitoring for the first 60 hours of use.
During the first 60 hours of use, above average amounts of drag may be noticed. This
is normal as the seals break in, and will soon diminish. If this causes chain sag while
back-pedaling, increase the B-tension (cage tension) on the rear derailleur.
The bearing grease is intentionally overpacked and excess grease may seep from the
bearing seals during the break-in period.
Needle bearings on rear hub (cog side) may results not completely buttery smooth;
this causes a little extra friction on the axle’s spin: this is normal, due to the nature of
needle bearing; all will be regularly back to work after 60 hours of use.
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ENVIRONMENTAL NOTES
In order to protect the environment, please follow these simple instructions to cor-
rectly dispose of FORMULA S.a.S products:
1)The packaging does not require special disposal because it is not dangerous in any
way; we suggest recycling paper and plastic.
2) It is also recommended to recycle the metal parts after use.
For both points mentioned above, it is recommended to dispose of the waste fol-
lowing national regulations through the appropriate specialized waste disposal com-
panies.
1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1 Tire Operating Pressure
Size (in)
Max. pres-
sure
(bar)
Max. pres-
sure
(psi)
Size (in) Max. pressure
(bar)
Max. pressure
(psi)
1,95 4,0 59 2,45 3,3 48
2,00 3,9 58 2,5 3,2 46
2,10 3,8 55 2,55 3,1 45
2,13 3,8 55 2,6 3,1 45
2,20 3,6 52 2,65 3,0 43
2,25 3,6 52 2,7 3,0 43
2,30 3,5 51 2,75 2,9 42
2,35 3,4 49 2,8 2,9 42
2,40 3,3 48
NOTE: The wheel you have purchased has been designed for use with
STANDARD or TUBELESS tires.
WARNING:
If TUBELESS tires are used, verify they are genuine by making sure that are
marked with the TUBELESS logo and from a reputable seller.
Rim size 27.5”(in)29” (in)
Axle dimensions
Front 100/110 mm –Rear 142/148 /150 mm Front 100/110 mm –Rear 142/148 /150 mm
Spokes length
Linea2 (28 holes)
Linea3 (28 holes)
Linea4 (32 holes)
LineaG (32 holes)
LineaG (32 holes)
FRONT SX
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284
278
278
278
FRONT DX
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286
280
280
280
REAR SX
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286
280
282
282
(axle 150mm)
REAR DX
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284
278
280
280
(axle 150mm)
FRONT SX
308
302
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298
298
FRONT DX
308
304
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300
300
REAR SX
308
304
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300
300
(axle 150mm)
REAR DX
308
302
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298
298
(axle 150mm)
Inflation pressure
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2 TIRES
In order to safely use FORMULA LINEA wheels, the tire must be tight on the rim.
FORMULA S.a.S has tested the rims with STANDARD and TUBELESS tires. In any
case, FORMULA S.a.S does not design or produce tires and therefore shall not be
held responsible for performance, quality or malfunctions of the tire.
2.1 Mounting STANDARD tires
-Mount the protective tape (1) on
the rim, placing it with the hole (2)
matching the valve hole in the rim.
-Insert a stop (3) in the valve hole
and finish placing the protective
tape (1) on the rim ensuring the
hole in the tape is aligned with the
valve hole in the rim.
-Get the STANDARD tire that is suitable for your needs.
-Insert the first tire bead (4) in the rim groove.
NOTE:The inner tube should be fitted with a Presta valve (ø 6.5 mm).
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WARNING: Never drill the rim for a larger valve hole or try to redrill the rim.
The rim will be irreparably damaged and may even collapse as a result.
-Place the partially inflated inner tube (5) completely inside the tire. The Presta valve
should be inserted in the hole in the rim. Place the tube in the center of the tire
casing.
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Insert the other tire bead (6), forcing it in the rim groove. Start from the point opposite
the valve and continue along the entire circumference of the rim. Use tire levers if
necessary. Be careful not to pinch the inner tube (5).
WARNING: Do not use screw
drivers or other sharp tools
that may scratch or damage
the edge of the rim or punc-
ture the inner tube.
- Inflate the inner tube (5) until the
two tire beads (4-6) are secured in
the correct position.
WARNING: Even when using an inner tube, it is EXTREMELY important to
seat the two tire beads to prevent the tire from coming off the rim.
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All FORMUlA rims are tubeless campatible. You can use either a tubeless FLAP
or TAPE
Clean by rubbing cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
Insert the valve stem into the flap.
Install the flap; slide
with a screwdrice
under the flap all
around the rim in
order to properly
extend the flap into
the seat.
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Install the tire
Add the sealant
Spin the wheel and size
turn, in order to fill all the
cavities Add the sealant
Spin the wheel and size
turn, in order to fill all the
cavities
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