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For additional product and safety information go to salsacycles.com/safety
POWDERKEG FRAMESHEET
Care & Maintenance
Keep your frame clean. Dirt and road grime lead to oxidation and
fading of the finish, and they make it hard to do a thorough
inspection. Dirt will accelerate any abrasion of the paint that
comes from rubbing, such as places where the cable housing
touches the frame. In extreme cases, this type of abrasion could
remove frame material.
When your bicycle is not being ridden, store it where it will be
protected from rain, snow, sun, etc. Rain or snow may cause the
metal on your frame to corrode. We recommend applying J.P.
Weigle’s Frame Saver to the inside of the tubes before the frame
is assembled into a bike (only applicable for steel frames).
If your bicycle was exposed to moisture during a ride, thoroughly
dry the bicycle before storing it. If water got inside the frame,
tilt the bicycle to drain the water. If necessary, remove the
seatpost and turn the bicycle upside down. This is especially
critical if there is a large amount of water inside. If water freezes
inside your frame, the expansion of the ice can crack and rupture
the structure.
Before storing your bicycle for an extended period of time, clean
and lubricate the frame with a frame wax, polish, or protectant.
Do not store the bicycle near electric motors, as ozone from
motors destroys paint. Before riding the bicycle again, follow the
pre-ride checklist to be certain it is in good working order.
Inspection
Before every ride carefully inspect your frame for signs of fatigue.
If any frame part shows signs of damage or fatigue, consult your
dealer or replace the frame before riding the bicycle.
WARNING: An improperly modified frame, fork, or component
can cause you to lose control and fall. NEVER MODIFY YOUR
FRAMESET.
WARNING: Attaching incompatible clamping devices to a fork
can lead to fork breakage, causing a loss of control. If you are not
sure if a device is compatible, consult your dealer.
SERIAL NUMBER:______________________________
Get a pen and write down the serial number of your Salsa
immediately. The number is stamped into the bottom of the
bottom bracket shell. Having this number is imperative if your
bike ever gets stolen or if you ever have questions about your
frame…we are constantly improving our products and sometimes
the serial number is the only way to tell one generation of product
from another.
Warranty Information:
Proof of purchase is required before a warranty claim is
processed. Salsa Cycles therefore strongly encourages warranty
registration at salsacycles.com. Failure to register will not
affect consumer rights under the limited warranty stated above,
so long as the consumer can show in a reasonable manner proof
of original ownership and the date the Salsa Cycles product
was purchased.
If you have any questions contact warranty
@
salsacycles.com
