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maintenance
Very little maintenance is required with Candy pedals. In
normal conditions, the bearings are waterproof and all materials
are rust-resistant. There is no need to lubricate the exterior
of the pedal. The pedals are generally self-cleaning and in
most cases, dried mud and dirt will fall off on their own.
You should occasionally inspect your pedals for damage, wear,
or excessive play.
Cleats: Eventually the cleats will wear out and need to be
replaced. Inspect the cleats regularly and look for signs
of wear. If you are inadvertently pulling out of the pedals
(without twisting), then there is a good chance that the cleats
are worn out. Another sign of wear is a feeling that the pedal
is sloppy. The cleats are made of a material, which is softer
than the pedal body bars. This is on purpose so that the cleats
wear rather than the pedal. Cleats generally last about 500
hours of riding, depending on style of riding, and riding
conditions.
re-greasing overview
Candy pedals can be easily re-greased using the grease adapter
(included with most models, or available from crankbrothers)
and a grease gun. For maximum durability (and depending on
your riding conditions), you should re-grease your pedals
after every 100 to 300 hours of riding. Wet or muddy conditions
are the most severe. Re-greasing will flush out the old grease
and any contamination. Re-greasing only takes a few minutes
per pedal and can be done with the pedal still on the crank
arms. Use any high quality bicycle grease available at bicycle
stores.
re-greasing instructions
1. Lay your bike down on its side.
2. Remove the End Plug using a flat bladed screw driver.
3. Screw the Grease Adapter into the end of the pedal. Tighten with fingers to seal.
4. Push the tip of the grease gun firmly into the center of the grease adapter and activate grease gun. Grease will begin coming out of the spindle end of the pedal body. When the grease appears to be fresh, the pedal is re-greased. Wipe excess grease away from pedal.
5. Remove the grease adapter and screw back in the End Plug.
Remove!!!!!
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