RESERVE Fillmore Valve User manual

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Fillmore Valve and Rim Tape
Installation Manual

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RIM TAPE AND VALVE INSTALLATION
WARNING
Do not ride your bicycle with improperly installed rim tape or valves. is can prevent
the tire from seating in the rim, cause the tire to come off the rim, or cause a flat tire,
which may result in a crash, serious injury and/or death. For additional information, visit
www.reservewheels.com.
Special tools and knowledge are necessary for installation and adjustment of bicycle components
and aermarket bicycle supplies, including rim tape and valves. For your safety, only an
authorized retailer should install rim tape. Make sure to set up a maintenance schedule with
your retailer to keep your bicycle safe and performing its best. Consult your retailer if you have
any questions or concerns about proper setup and riding your bike. Stop riding immediately
and consult your retailer if you suspect any problems with your bicycle.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Isopropyl alcohol
Clean shop rags
Floor mat or towel
Non-metal tire lever
Tape measure
Rim tape designed for tubeless rims
Fillmore valve
Scissors
Small, sharp device or tool
PREPARE THE RIM
1. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean the inner surface of the rim and allow enough time for
the rim to dry. Failure to clean the rim properly will prevent correct rim tape application.
2. Inspect the entire rim for any damage, including cracks, dents, or scratches. Consult your
dealer immediately if you suspect any damage to the rim.
3. Ensure that the rim tape is specically designed for tubeless rims and is at least 2 mm wider
than the internal width of the rim. is ensures that the rim tape completely covers the surface
of the rim. As reference, all of the area shown below in blue should be covered by rim tape.

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INSTALL THE RIM TAPE
1. Place the rim perpendicular to the ground on a mat or towel. Orient the rim with the
valve stem hole at the highest point. Stand over the rim and brace it with your feet and legs.
2. Pull 1  (0.3 m) of rim tape from the roll. Adhere the end of the tape onto the rim bed
4 in. (101 mm) below the valve stem hole.
NOTICE
roughout this procedure, it is very important to keep the tape taut. Failure
to do so can result in improper rim tape application and can prevent the
tire from seating in the rim, cause the tire to come o the rim, or cause a
at tire, which may result in a crash, serious injury and/or death.
3. Hold your thumb rmly over the adhered end of the tape against the rim. Rotate the rim
forward so that the free length of tape is in line with the adhered section of tape. is will
allow you to apply correct force, or tension, on the tape.

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4. Adhere the tape by maintaining tension on the tape and rmly pressing it down onto the rim in short sections
with your thumb. Continue this technique around the circumference of the rim until you reach the starting
point of the tape (not pictured).
NOTICE
Do not attempt to place the tape all at once or in long lengths. Make
sure the tape adheres to the rim and is smooth and centered with no air
bubbles or bumps.
5. Once you reach the starting point of the tape, pull the tape taut another 8 in. (202 mm) past the starting
point. Firmly press the tape down in short sections to adhere the tape in a double layer. is double layer should
span approximately 4 in. (101 mm) on each side of the valve stem hole.
6. Keep tension on the tape roll as you press the last short section of tape to the rim. e tape roll will now be
very close to the rim with no slack or length of tape that is not adhered. Use scissors to cut the tape roll free
(not pictured).
7. Use a shop rag or the rounded end of a non-metal tire lever to rmly press the tape along the bottom of the
rim (A), beginning at the valve stem hole and working in the direction the tape was applied. en rmly press
the tape along the side edges of the tape, where the tape meets the rim bead (B). Again, start at the valve stem
hole and work in the direction the tape was applied.
NOTICE
Make sure not to damage the rim tape.
A B
4 IN. (101 MM) 4 IN. (101 MM)
DOUBLE LAYERED TAPE
VALVE HOLE

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INSTALL THE VALVE STEM
1. Locate the valve stem hole under the rim tape, using the opposite side of the rim as a reference. Use a small,
sharp device to create a small hole in the tape directly over the valve stem hole.
2. Install the valve stem through the rim tape and into the valve stem hole. read the nut onto the valve stem
from the opposite side of the rim.
3. Firmly press the rubber end of the valve stem into the valve stem hole as you hand-tighten the nut.
NOTICE
It is critical that the valve stem is sealed tightly against the rim to prevent
leaking of air or sealant. Do not overtighten the nut. Instead, apply adequate
force to the rubber end of the valve as you hand-tighten the nut. Make sure
not to damage the valve or rubber end.
is concludes the rim tape and valve stem installation procedure.

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