The Minoura FCG-310 Wheel Dishing Tool.
This is the tool to check if the wheel is exactly symmetrical for a better ride. You can use FCG-310 on most sizes of wheels sized 18" – 29" / 700c (Diameter: 335 – 655mm). Thru-axle type hub is applicable up to 15mm in size.
Please read this instructions manual carefully before use and fully understand the mechanism of the bicycle wheel prior to the actual job.
Important Notes
- ! FCG-310 is the measuring gauge for bicycle wheels only. Do not use it for any other purpose than instructed.
- ! FCG-310 is a precision tool so please handle it with care. Do not hit or bend the frame and gauge
- plate. Please note the stainless gauge plate cannot be replaced.
- ! Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening or closing the FCG-310.
- Minoura is not responsible for any result you will have by using FCG-310. The wheel is one of the most important parts for safety. Do it at your own risk.
- Minoura offers a 1-year limited warranty on this product from the date of your purchase. It covers only the problems which have been caused by the manufacturer's defects.
How To Use FCG-310
- Remove the quick-release skewer from the wheel. If the wheel is a plain nut type, remove the nuts.
- To open the FCG-310, loosen the Knob Bolt then open the Frame with both hands.
- Look for the grooves on the inside of the Ratches that fix the angle when the Frame is opened. Extend until the grooves meet and lock into place by pushing them into each other.
- Turn the Gauge Plate counter-clockwise to locate the hole at the down end side. Put the Gauge Plate on the flat groove on the outside of the Ratch.
- Tighten the Knob Bolt, but you don't need to tighten it so firmly at this moment.
- ! If the Gauge Plate doesn't fit the flat groove on the Ratch correctly, you won't be able to measure properly. And also the Gauge Plate will have to be bent.
- Please be sure that the Gauge Plate cannot be replaced due to the construction.
- Attach the FCG-310 to the wheel as shown in Fig. A. While keeping both Rim Guides touching the rim, loosen the Knob Bolt to slide down the Gauge Plate, then tighten the Knob Bolt firmly to record the triangle point.
- !At this moment, make sure the following points; • Both Rim Guides touch the rim.
- The wheel axle is running through the hole on the Gauge Plate, and the Gauge Plate touches the hub. It is improper that measure by attaching the gauge to the wheel axle end.
- Flip over the wheel and attach the FCG-310 to the opposite side of the wheel. Do not change the Gauge Plate position yet.
- At this time, if all three points (both the Rim Guides and the tip of the Gauge Plate) touch each appropriate position at once on both sides of the wheel (see Fig. B), your wheel is properly assembled and adjusted.
- But if either one of the Rim Guides or the Gauge Plate doesn't touch the appropriate position (see Fig. C), your wheel needs to be adjusted further. If the Rim Guide doesn't touch the rim, the wheel has been moved toward the opposite side.
- If the Gauge Plate doesn't touch the hub even though both Rim Guides touch the rim, your wheel has been moved backwards.
- Set the wheel on the wheel truing stand to adjust. To know how to adjust the wheel, refer to the instructions manual of the wheel truing stand.
Features
- Tool for checking a bicycle wheels symmetry
- Foldable Design for compact storage
- By changing the plastic tip part position, FCG can fit small wheels (up to 18″) and wide hubs (up to 140 mm).
Specifications
- Color: Silver
- Size: (Opened)
- Size: (Folded)
- W: 365 mm
- H: 40 mm
- D: 55 mm
- Weight: 310 grams
- Warranty: 1 year
Cautions
- FCG-310 is the measuring gauge for bicycle wheels only. Do not use it for any other purpose than instructed.
- FCG-310 is a precision tool so please handle it with care. Do not hit or bend the frame and gauge plate. Please note the stainless gauge plate cannot be replaced.
- Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening or closing the FCG-310. Minoura is not responsible for any result you will have by using FCG-310. Your wheel is one of the most important parts of safety.
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SKU# 441-1030-00
