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An unfavourable run of the chain is when the smallest
chainwheel is used with one of the two or three outermost (smallest) sprockets (a) or when the largest chainwheel is used with one of the inmost (largest) sprockets
(b).
The bottom bracket is the interface between cranks and
frame. There are different designs, in some cases the
bearing spindle is part of the bottom bracket, in some
other cases it is integrated into the right crank. Sealed
bottom brackets are maintenance free and delivered
without play ex works. The bottom bracket in the frame
must be checked for play at regular intervals.
Also check at regular intervals whether the cranks are
firmly attached to the bearing spindle or whether there is
play. Grab the crank and try to jiggle it forcefully. It must
be absolutely free of play. If you notice any play, contact
your MERIDA dealer immediately.
a
The EPS (d) is the electronic version of the high-quality drive systems from Campagnolo. Instead of by cables the signal is transmitted by wires. The rear and the
front derailleurs are moved by small electrical motors.
The power supply is provided by a rechargeable battery
mounted to the frame.
b
Depending on the gear system, gear shifting is initiated
by actuating a brake lever/shifter unit (c) or by a shifter in the case of flatbars. Continue pedaling during gear
shifting, however, with reduced pedaling force.
Please find below the most common brake levers/shifter units and their operation. It is, however, also possible
that your new MERIDA road bike has a gear system that
is not listed below.
In the case of Campagnolo Ergopower you shift with
the shifter located behind the brake lever to the larger
chainwheels or sprockets by moving it inwards with the
index or middle finger. By pressing with the thumb on
the shifter inside the unit the chain moves on the smaller
chainwheels or sprockets. By pressing the shifter once
you can shift up to two chainwheels or three sprockets
at a time.
c
The shifters are positioned and actuated like the mechanical gears:
With the Ergopower you must only press control buttons, instead of moving the lever behind the brake lever
inwards as is the case with the conventional Ergopower
shifters from Campagnolo. Shift to the larger sprockets
by pressing the longish control button behind the brake
lever. By pressing the inner control button with the
thumb (e), the chain moves to the smaller sprockets.
The longer you keep the button pressed, the more the
rear derailleur moves. With a single movement you can
shift up and down up to 11 sprockets.
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d