KS LEV-Ci User manual

HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SEATPOST
USER MANUAL
This user manual covers the following models: LEV-Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i,
eTen-i
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PLEASE READ THIS FIRST
ATTENTION
WARNING
Thank you for purchasing a new KS Height Adjustable Seatpost.
Your new seatpost is warranted for a period of two years from the
date of purchase. The warranty is expressly limited to the repair or
replacement of the defective part and is the sole remedy of the
warranty. The warranty applies only to the original owner and is
not transferrable. Proof of purchase is required to validate
warranty eligibility. The warranty does not cover normal wear and
tear, routine maintenance, improper installation or improper use
of the seatpost. Modification of the seatpost in any manor shall
void the warranty. Kind Shock Hi-Tech Co. Ltd. shall not be
responsible for incidental or individual costs incurred by the
warranty service provider that are not covered by this warranty.
The user assumes the risk of any personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the seatpost, and any other
losses, if the seatpost is modified or improperly used at any time.
This warranty gives the consumer specific legal rights and those
rights vary from state to state. This warranty does not affect the
statutory rights of the consumer.
This is a high performance product. It will give you reliable service
if it is installed properly and regularly maintained by an authorized
KS Service Center. Please read through these instructions fully and
follow them careful before you install your new seatpost.
KS Height Adjustable Seatposts must be regularly maintained by
an a qualified service technician. If you need assistance locating
a qualified service technician, more information can be found at
http://www.kssuspension.com. Service center locations can be
found at www.kssuspension.com. Do not disassemble your
seatpost. Disassembly could cause damage and severe
personally injury as some of the contents are under pressure.
Failure to follow these warnings and instructions will immediately
void your warranty.
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BEFORE YOU INSTALL THE SEATPOST
Please be sure your new KS seatpost is designed to fit in your
frame. All LEV Integra models are designed to fit either 27.2mm,
30.9mm, 31.6mm or 34.9mm seat tube inner diameters in frames
originally designed for internal cable routing. Improper fit may
cause slippage, faulty performance, injury and may result in void
of warranty.
KS Suspension DOES NOT recommend modification or
alteration of your frame in any way. Doing so may void
your frame or bicycle’s warranty and may result in frame
failure which could lead to injury or death.
Make sure your frame is clean and free of debris, grease
and the inside of your seat tube is smooth and free of any
object that may score the seatpost.
Apply grease to all seatpost bolt threads.
Apply a friction or anti-seize compound to the inside of the
seat tube and inserted surface of the seatpost. Do not use
grease.
LEV-Ci: This seatpost uses a
carbon fiber composite
mast. Always install in a
clean dry frame and
always use fiber prep or
suitable compound.
Always use the torque
wrench when tightening
the seatpost binder bolt.
DO NOT EXCEED 5n-m.
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SEATPOST ORIENTATION
Since Integra models remote cable is internally routed and in-line
with the seatpost, there is only one position for saddle orientation:
LEV-Ci, LEV Integra,
LEV-Si and e30-i
Crux-i eTen-i
SEATPOST INSTALLATION
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SEATPOST INSTALLATION
MINIMUM INSERTION DISTANCE
All seat post models must be inserted into the bicycle’s seat tube
to cover the minimum insertion line indicated on the seat post.
Insufficient insertion of the
seat post into the bicycle
frame’s seat tube could
result in damage to the
seat post and/or bicycle
and may result in a loss of
control of the bicycle which
may lead to serious injury or
death.
SEAT COLLAR TORQUE
Tighten your frame’s seat collar to a maximum torque of 5 N-m.
Do not over torque your frame’s seat collar as this may inhibit
proper function of your seat post.
5 N-m
Do not over torque your
frame’s seat collar as this
may inhibit proper function
of your seat post. Seat Collar
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INSTALLATION
ATTENTION!
Please read the following instructions carefully and install your LEV
Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i and eTen-i according to the
steps detailed below.
Your KS height adjustable seatpost is a precision piece of cycling
equipment that requires a specific understanding of bicycle
maintenance and assembly to install. If you are not certain you
have the appropriate skills or tools to properly install this product,
please contact your local bicycle dealer or service provider for
assistance.
Detailed installation and service videos for all models can be
viewed at http://kssuspension.com/support/tech-info/.
WARNING!
LEV Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i and eTen-i use internal
cable routing and is designed to be compatible with bicycle
frames that provide for such cable routing.
DO NOT DRILL OR MODIFY YOUR FRAME IN ANY WAY. Doing so will
void the Warranty of LEV Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i and
eTen-i and in most cases void the warranty of your bicycle.
Modification of your frame in any way may result in frame faliure
which could result in injury or death.
If you are unsure if LEV Ci, LEV Integra, LEV-Si, e30-i, Crux-i and
eTen-i are compatible with your frame, contact your bicycle
frame manufacturer or KS USA at www.kssuspension.com.
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INSTALLATION
DETERMINING CABLE AND HOUSING LENGTH
Temporarily install the remote lever in the desired final location.
The remote can be installed on either the right or left side of the
handlebar.
NOTE: you will use this position to determine cable length but
remove and reinstall the lever again in a later step.
Install the supplied elbow noodle with integrated barrel adjuster
and insert cable housing into the barrel adjuster.
OR
Remote Lever
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INSTALLATION
DETERMINING CABLE AND HOUSING LENGTH
Using a 3mm Hex wrench, loosen the remote lever clamp pinch
bolt and remove the bolt. Slide the (non-hinged) lever clamp on
your handlebar and position it in the desired location. Tighten to
a torque of 1-3 N-m.
NOTE: Aftermarket models of LEV Integra and LEV-Si use the KGSL
alloy remote with hinged lever clamp. See below for installation
instructions.
WITH ODI LOCK-ONTM COMPATIBLE GRIP (AM ONLY)
The alloy remote lever clamp can be used to replace the inner
lock ring on ODI LOCK-ONTM compatible grips. Remove the inner
lock ring on your grip. Replace with the seat post remote lever
clamp. Follow the instructions above. NOTE: Polycarbonate
remote lever clamp is not hinged and not compatible with ODI
LOCK-ONTM compatible grips.
4-5 N-m 1-3 N-m
Pinch Bolt
Hinged
Lever Clamp
Non-hinged
Lever Clamp
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INSTALLATION
DETERMINING CABLE AND HOUSING LENGTH
With the housing and noodle in place at the remote lever, route
the housing through your bicycle frame per your bicycle frame
manufacturers specifications.
To determine the correct length for your housing, pull the housing
to remove excess slack with the handlebars turned 90-degree
from the forward position. Be sure the housing is long enough to
wrap around the head tube as shown to not impede with
steering.
NOTE: Do not permanently affix your housing in place. You will
need it free to move it in a later step.
Remote Lever Housing
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INSTALLATION
DETERMINING CABLE AND HOUSING LENGTH
Mark the location on your cable housing at the seat collar as it
protrudes from the seat tube. Pull the cable housing out of the
seat tube and make another mark 110mm in the direction of the
handlebar. This will be your final housing length. Cut the housing
to length.
NOTE: This 110mm measurement applies to all travel options.
Cable housing
Seat Collar
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CABLE INSTALLATION
CONNECTING THE INNER WIRE
With the housing still routed through your frame, install the ferrule
on the end of housing at the seat collar.
Ferrule
Cable Housing
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CABLE INSTALLATION
CONNECTING THE INNER WIRE
Feed the inner wire through the remote lever, integrated barrel
adjuster and cable housing.
Pull the cable slack out from the seat collar.
Ferrule
Cable Housing
Seat Collar
Remote Lever
Inner Wire
Integrated Barrel Adjuster
Ferrule
Cable Housing
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18mm
Cable Housing
Ferrule
Locking Cable End
Inner Wire
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Hold the free end of the cable and cable housing to the cable entry point.
Mark this length on the cable and cable housing with a marking pen or
tape.
Using a pair of bicycle cable cutters, trim the cable housing to this measured
length. DO NOT cut the inner wire at this time.
Option 1: Using a standard shifter cable.
Mark the inner wire to a length 18mm longer than the cable housing or use
the gauge molded into the supplied protective cap as shown:
Tighten the locking cable end to the cable using both a 3mm and 2mm Hex
wrench. Ensure the inner wire is flush with the locking cable end.
CABLE INSTALLATION
Ferrule
Cable
Cable Housing
3mm
2mm
Locking
Cable
End
End Cap
18mm
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Option 2: Using Recourse Ultralight cable system
Install the LEV-Ci ferrule on the cable housing. Route the Recourse inner wire
as shown. Tighten the locking cable end leaving 13mm spacing as shown.
Trim the excess inner wire to be flush with the locking cable end.
CABLE INSTALLATION
3mm
2mm
Ferrule
Cable
Cable Housing
Locking
Cable
End
13mm
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INSTALLATION
CONNECTING THE INNER WIRE
Insert the Locking Cable End through the slotted hole.
Insert the housing into the slotted cable stop.
Mast
Locking Cable End
Slotted Cable Stop
Cable Housing
Locking Cable End
Slotted Hole
Mast
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLING ON THE BIKE
Place your seatpost into your seat collar while taking up the
cable slack from where it enters the bicycle frame.
Seatpost
Seat Collar
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SADDLE INSTALLATION
AFTER SETTING SEATPOST ORIENTATION IN YOUR FRAME
Once you have oriented your seatpost within your seat tube
ensuring the saddle is aligned to point forward, you will need to
install your saddle. Remove the two saddle head clamp bolts,
spherical nuts, upper and lower floating clamp using a 4mm Hex
wrench.
Note: The lower
clamp body may
slide down the
stanchion tube at
this point.
4mm
4mm
Head Clamp Bolts
Head Clamp Bolts
Lower Floating Clamp
Upper Floating Clamp
Spherical NutsSpherical Nuts
To install the saddle, replace the two saddle head clamp bolts,
spherical nuts, upper and lower floating clamp in the order in
which they were removed.
Before tightening, place the rails of your saddle between the
upper and lower floating clamps so that the rails seat in the
channel provided by the lower floating clamp.
Using a 4mm Hex wrench, tighten the two head clamp bolts until
the desired saddle angle is achived. Then tighten both bolts
evenly to a maximum torque of 10 N-m (8 N-m LEV-Ci.)
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SADDLE INSTALLATION
CRUX-i
Using a 5mm Hex wrench, loosen the two head clamp bolts until
they are nearly free of the upper half of the saddle clamp. Set the
fore/aft and angle position of the saddle. Tighten the two head
clamp bolts to a maximum torque of 15 N-m.
ETEN-i
Using a 6mm Hex wrench, loosen the single head clamp bolt until
it is nearly free of the upper half of the saddle clamp. Set the
fore/aft and angle position of the saddle. Tighten the head clamp
bolt to a maximum torque of 22 N-m.
13-15 N-m
20-22 N-m
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ADJUSTING THE RETURN SPEED
NOTE: All LEV Integra models come with suitable pressure for the
return spring. Test the return speed of LEV Integra before you
make adjustments. If air pressure adjustments still must be made,
remove the saddle and saddle clamp parts at top end of the
stanchion tube.
Attach a compatible shock pump and adjust to your desired
pressure. KS recommends our AIR-8 High Pressure pump for best
results.
NOTE: Recommended operating pressures is 100-250psi. Do not
exceed 250psi.
(LEV-Ci, LEV Integra and LEV-Si Only)
Lower Floating Clamp
Upper Floating Clamp
Spherical NutsSpherical Nuts
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USING YOUR SEAT POST
FOR THE FIRST TIME
When using your seat post for the first time, it may be necessary to
give the post a firm downward “nudge” to start the initial
movement. This is due to the seal’s natural tendency to migrate
oil away from the seal surface. This is only necessary prior to the
first use or after a long period of non-use. Once the post is cycled
through its travel the first time, it will distribute oil on the seal and
resume its normal function.
RAISING AND LOWERING THE SADDLE
To lower the saddle, weight the saddle firmly with your hand or sit
on the bike while pressing and holding the actuation lever or
remote. Release the lever when the desired height is reached.
To raise the saddle, actuate your seat post by pulling the lever or
handlebar remote. Unweight the saddle and release the lever
when the desired height is reached.
You can raise and lower your saddle to any desired position
within the seat post’s travel.
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