SI-6R3FA-002-00

General Safety Information Technical Service Instructions SI-6R3FA-002 Installation of the Front Derailleur, SIS adjustment
4. Adjustment of the intermediate chainring
When carrying out adjustment, set the chain to the largest
Bottom Bracket and Front Chainwheel Be sure to follow the sequence described below. sprocket, and at the front, set the chain to the intermediate
WARNING chainring. Adjust using the outer casing adjustment barrel
Install using the special tool TL-UN74- 1. Low adjustment so that the clearance between the chain guide inner plate
Use neutral detergent to clean the chain. Do not use alkali-based or acid based
detergent such as rust cleaners as it may result in damage and/or failure of the chain. Front Drive System S / TL-UN66.
First install the main body, then the
First remove the Pro-Set alignment block.
Next, set so that the clearance between the chain guide inner plate
and the chain is 0-0.5 mm.
Use the reinforced connecting pin only for connecting the narrow type of chain. adapter. and the chain is 0-0.5 mm. Chain position
There are two different types of reinforced connecting pins available. Be sure to check
Intermediate
the table below before selecting which pin to use. If connecting pins other than Pro-Set Largest sprocket
chainring
reinforced connecting pins are used, or if a reinforced connecting pin or tool which is alignment block
not suitable for the type of chain is used, sufficient connection force may not be
Adapter Main body
obtained, which could cause the chain to break or fall off. In order to realize the best performance, we recommend that the following combination be
used. Low adjustment
Reinforced screw
Chain Chain tool Series Acera
connecting pin Adapter / bottom bracket tightening torque: B Chain guide
9-speed super narrow chain Rapidfire Plus ST-M360 / SL-M360 50 - 70 Nm {435 - 608 in. lbs.} Chain position inner plate

such as Silver TL-CN32 / TL-CN27 Outer casing SP40 Largest sprocket Smallest chainring
A Chain
CN-7701 / CN-HG93 6.5mm Chain guide
8- / 7- / 6-speed narrow Front derailleur FD-M360 / FD-M190-3 / FD-M190A / FD-M191 inner plate

chain such as Black TL-CN32 / TL-CN27 Use an 8 mm Allen key to install the front chainwheel. Outer casing adjustment barrel
Front chainwheel FC-M361 / FC-M361-8 / FC-M191 / FC-M151 Chain
CN-HG50 / CN-HG40 7.1mm
Bottom bracket BB-UN26 (-K) / BB-ES25 (-K)
If it is necessary to adjust the length of the chain due to Reinforced Connecting Pin

a change in the number of sprocket teeth, make the cut Chain CN-HG50 / CN-HG40
2. Connecting and securing the inner cable 5. Troubleshooting chart
at some other place than the place where the chain Bottom bracket cable guide SM-SP17 / SM-BT17 / SM-SP18 / SM-BT18
has been joined using a reinforced connecting pin or Operate lever (B) two times or After completion of steps 1 - 4, move the shifting lever to
an end pin. The chain will be damaged if it is cut at a more, and check on the indicator Lever (B) check the shifting. (This also applies if shifting becomes
End Pin Link Pin that the lever is at the lowest
place where it has been joined with a reinforced 8 mm Allen key difficult during use.)difficult during use.)
connecting pin or an end pin.
(TL-WR38) position. Then remove the inner
Be careful not to let the cuffs of your clothes get caught in the chain while riding, hole cover and connect the inner
If the chain falls to the crank Tighten the top adjustment
otherwise you may fall off the bicycle. cable. side. screw clockwise (about 1/4 turn).
Check that the tension of the chain is correct and that the chain is not damaged. If the
Specifications
If shifting is difficult from the Loosen the top adjustment
tension is too weak or the chain is damaged, the chain should be replaced. If this is intermediate chainring to the screw counterclockwise
not done, the chain may break and cause serious injury. Front Derailleur X = Available Inner hole cover
Securely tighten largest chainring. (about 1/8 turn).
Check that there are no cracks in the crank arms before riding the bicycle. If there are Model number FD-M360 FD-M191 FD-M190-3 FD-M190A Inner cable
any cracks, the crank arm may break and you may fall off the bicycle. If shifting is difficult from the Loosen the low adjustment
Normal type X X X X Front chainwheel tightening torque: Install the inner hole cover by turning it as intermediate chainring to the screw counterclockwise
Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts. smallest chainring. (about 1/4 turn).
Loose, worn or damaged parts may cause the bicycle to fall over and serious injury X X
35 - 50 Nm {305 - 435 in. lbs.} shown in the illustration until it stops.
Top route type X X
may occur as a result. We strongly recommend only using genuine Shimano Do not turn it any further than this, If there is interference between Tighten the top adjustment
Front chainwheel tooth difference 20T 20T 18T 18T otherwise it may damage the screw the chain and the front screw clockwise
replacement parts.
Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts. Adjust and then install the front derailleur as shown in the illustration. thread. derailleur inner plate at the (about 1/8 turn).
Min. difference between top and intermediate 10T 10T 8T 8T largest chainring.
If adjustments are not carried out correctly, the chain may come off and this may cause Do not remove the Pro-Set alignment block at this time.
Tightening torque: If there is interference between Loosen the top adjustment
you to fall off the bicycle which could result in serious injury. Front derailleur installation band diameter S, M, L S, M, L S, M, L S, M, L 0.3 - 0.5 Nm {3 - 4 in. lbs.} Inner hole cover
Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place for Pro-Set alignment block the chain and the front screw counterclockwise
63- 66 63- 66 derailleur outer plate at the (about 1/8 turn).
later reference. Chainstay angle (a)
66- 69 66- 69
63- 66 66- 69 Gear teeth should largest chainring.
come within this
Applicable chain line 47.5 / 50 mm 47.5 / 50 mm 47.5 / 50 mm 47.5 / 50 mm range Inserting the inner cable If the intermediate chainring is Loosen the outer casing
Note Installation band diameters: Chainstay angle Pro-Set gauge
Insert the inner cable into the outer casing from the end with the skipped when shifting from the adjustment barrel
In addition, if pedaling performance does not feel normal, check this once more. S (28,6 mm), M (31,8 mm), L (34,9 mm) marking on it. Apply grease from the end with the marking in order largest chainring. counterclockwise (1 or 2 turns).
Before riding the bicycle, check that there is no play or looseness in the connection. to maintain cable operating If there is interference between Tighten the outer casing
Also, be sure to retighten the crank arms and pedals at periodic intervals. efficiency. the chain and front derailleur adjustment barrel clockwise (1
1 mm
Do not wash the bottom bracket with high-pressure jets of water. inner plate when the rear or 2 turns).
If you feel any looseness in the bottom bracket axle, the bottom bracket should be Chainwheel 3 mm
Marking sprocket is shifted to the
replaced. largest sprocket when the
FC-M191 / FC-M191 / Cutting the outer casing chainwheel is at the
If gear shifting operations do not feel smooth, wash the derailleur and lubricate all Model number FC-M361 FC-M361-8
FC-M151 FC-M151 When cutting the outer casing, cut the opposite end to the end with intermediate chainring
moving parts. the marking. After cutting the outer casing, make the end round so position.
If the amount of looseness in the links is so great that adjustment is not possible, you 42T-32T-22T
Chainwheel tooth combination 42T-32T-22T 48T-38T-28T 42T-34T-24T that the inside of the hole has a uniform
48T-38T-28T If the chain falls to the bottom Tighten the low adjustment
should replace the derailleur. diameter.
Apply grease to the bottom bracket before installing it. Bolt circle diameter 104 mm / 64 mm bracket side. screw clockwise (about 1/2 turn).
The level section of the chain guide
For smooth operation, use the specified outer casing and the bottom bracket cable Crank arm length 170 mm, 175 mm 170 mm outer plate should be directly above and Chainwheel
guide. parallel to the largest chainring. Secure (largest chainring) Attach the same outer end cap to the cut end of the outer casing.
You should periodically wash the chainrings in a neutral detergent and then lubricate Pedal thread dimensions BC 9/16" X 20 T.P.I. (English thread)
using a 5 mm Allen key.
them again. In addition, cleaning the chain with neutral detergent and lubricating it can FD-M190-3 /
be a effective way of extending the useful life of the chainrings and the chain. Applicable front derailleur FD-M360 FD-M191
FD-M190A Chain guide
If the chain keeps coming off the chainrings during use, replace the chainrings and the Outer end cap
Applicable chain line 50 mm 47.5 mm / 47.5 mm + t *
chain. Tightening torque :
This front derailleur is for triple front chainwheel use only. It cannot be used with the Applicable bottom bracket BB-UN26 (-K) BB-ES25 (-K) BB-UN26 (-K) BB-UN26 (-K) 5 - 7 Nm {44 - 60 in. lbs.}
double front chainwheel, as the shifting points do not match. Outer casing holders
When installing the top route type, choose a frame that has three Cut off the excess length of inner cable and then install the inner
outer casing holders as shown in the illustration at right. end cap.
Bottom Bracket
Use an outer casing which still has some length to spare even
when the handlebars are turned all the way to both sides. Model number BB-UN26 (-K) BB-UN26 (-K) BB-ES25 (-K) Note:
Furthermore, check that the shifting lever does not touch the Spindle length 123 mm 122.5 mm 126 mm Pass the cable
bicycle frame when the handlebars are turned all the way. Chain length through as shown
Grease the inner cable and the inside of the outer casing before Chain line 47.5 mm D-NL in the illustration.
use to ensure that they slide properly. Add 2 links (with the chain on Largest sprocket Largest chainring
Chain line 50 mm LL123 (K) 126 (K)
Operation of the levers related to gear shifting should be made only when the front both the largest sprocket and
chainwheel is turning. Chain line 47.5 mm + t * D-NL K the largest chainring)
Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration resulting from normal Thread dimensions BC 1.37" X 24 T.P.I. (68, 73 mm)
use.
For maximum performance we highly recommend Shimano lubricants and * t = Chain case thickness (1.5 -- 2.1 mm) 5 mm allen key
Chain
maintenance products
Wire fixing bolt
For any questions regarding methods of installation, adjustment, maintenance or
operation, please contact a professional bicycle dealer. Top route type Normal type

Gear shifting operation Installation of the lever Tightening torque:

5 - 7 Nm {44 - 60 in. lbs.}
Both lever (A) and lever (B) always return to the initial position when they are released after shifting. Use a handlebar grip with a maximum outer diameter of 32 mm.
When operating one of the levers, always be sure to turn the crank arm at the same time. After taking up the initial slack in the cable, re-secure to the front
derailleur as shown in the illustration.
ST-M360
To shift from a small chainring to a larger chainring Lever (A) initial position
Normal type Top route type
(Lever A)
When lever (A) is pressed once, there is a shift of one step
from a small chainring to a larger chainring. Tightening torque: Pull
Example: 6 - 8 Nm {53 - 69 in. lbs.}
Pull
from intermediate chainring to largest chainring.

5 mm Allen key This service instruction explains how to use and maintain the
Shimano bicycle parts which have been used on your new
Tightening torque :
3. Top adjustment bicycle. For any questions regarding your bicycle or other
To shift from a large chainring to a smaller chainring SL-M360 5 Nm {44 in. lbs.} Set so that the clearance between the chain guide outer plate and matters which are not related to Shimano parts, please
(Lever B) the chain is 0-0.5 mm. contact the place of purchase or the bicycle manufacturer.
When lever (B) is pressed once, there is a shift of one step SL-M360
from a large chainring to a smaller chainring.
Install the shifting lever in a
Example: position where it will not
from largest chainring to intermediate chainring. obstruct brake operation and
Levier (B) 5 mm Allen key gear shifting operation. Top adjustment
Do not use in a combination screw One Holland, Irvine, California 92618, U.S.A. Phone: +1-949-951-5003
Chain position
which causes brake operation
to be obstructed. Smallest sprocket Largest chainring Industrieweg 24, 8071 CT Nunspeet, The Netherlands Phone: +31-341-272222

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Chain guide outer
Chain plate Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. (English)
Mar. 2009 by Shimano Inc. XBC SZK Printed in Singapore.