Crank Replacement

Getting ready

It is advised to wear suitable protective personal equipment (PPE) and be in safe working environment. Before starting this maintenance process,

Disconnect the battery / power supply to prevent the risk of electrical issue or hazard.

Tools required

8mm Allen Key
Crank opener tool

Parts required

You will need to prepare the listed parts for this maintenance procedure.

Replacement Crank x 2 sets
Replacement Bolt x 2 units

Steps to follow

Step 1 Loosening crank bolt

1.1 Using an 8mm Allen Key, loosen up the crank bolt.
1.2 Remove the crank bolt & set aside.
1.3 Repeat the previous steps for the other crank if required.

Step 2 Removing crank

2.1 Insert the crank opener tool into the crank’s thread hole. Manually screw in the crank opening into the crank’s thread hole.
2.2 Continue to manually screw in the crank opener until it feels tight.
2.3 Using the compatible spanner/tool, continue to screw in the crank opener until the crank is loose from the BB Shaft.
2.4 Once the crank is loose, remove the crank from the BB Shaft & set it aside. Remove the crank opener from the crank & repeat the previous steps for the other crank if required.

Step 3 Installing new crank

3.1 Collect the replacement crank & align the crank hole to the BB shaft. Make sure that the crank’s orientation is correct prior to inserting crank onto BB shaft.
3.2 Insert the crank until it is fully flushed.
3.3 Screw in the crank bolt and using an 8mm Allen Key, firmly tighten the crank bolt. Make sure that the crank is fully secure.

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