36 disc brakes – Pacific Cycle BRIGHT LIGHT ENERGY HF3305 User Manual

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36

Disc Brakes

If fitted with a front disc brake, the components should already

be attached. However, please check all connections before

attempting to ride the bicycle. Secure tightly the 6 bolts that

hold the disc to the front wheel hub and the 2 bolts that hold

the brake mechanism to the fork. Insert the front wheel into the

fork dropouts ensuring that the disc fits into the brake mecha-

nism between the enclosed brake pads. Secure the front wheel

to the bicycle by tightening the quick release mechanism and

clamping the lever to the closed position. Please refer to sec-

tion 6 for further instruction on quick release mechanisms.

Next, attach the cable to the brake lever by inserting the cable

end into the cable end holder after the barrel adjuster and lock

nut slots have been aligned with the cable end holder. After

the cable is secured to the lever, rotate the barrel adjuster and

lock nut so the slots no longer line up. Ensure the cable hous-

ing seats appropriately into the end of the barrel adjuster and

check for any kinks or damage.

Slide the exposed brake cable through the rotating rod located

on the caliper body and seat the housing into the same stop.

Insert the cable into the spring and spring boot.

Next, slide the cable through the cable anchor and pull all the

slack out. Secure the cable in place by tightening the bolts that

comprise the anchor assembly. Some disc brakes will have a

centering devise while others are a free-floating mechanism.

If your caliper body is equipped with centering bolts, apply the

brake lever after the cable has been connected. While engaging

the lever, tighten the centering bolts securely. This will center

the caliper body on the disc.

Brake Pads

“C” Clip

Actuating Arm

Rotating Rod

Cable Anchor
Bolt

Caliper
Mounting
Bolt with
spacers

Caliper
Mounting
Bolt with
spacers

Barrel Adjuster

Brake Cable
Housing

Cable
Insertion
Slot

Brake Cable

Cable End
Holder

Brake Type
Selector

Brake Lever

DISC GETS HOT! Severe injury could result from
contact with the hot disc! Mind your legs, as well
as your hands.

Lock Nut

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