SI-6SA0A-001-00
General Safety Information
WARNING
• 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.
• Use the reinforced connecting pin only for connecting the narrow type of chain.
• There are two different types of reinforced connecting pins available. Be sure to check the table below before selecting which pin to use.
If connecting pins other than reinforced connecting pins are used, or if a reinforced connecting pin or tool which
Chain
Reinforced connecting pin
Chain tool is not suitable for the type of chain is used, sufficient connection force may not be obtained, which could cause the chain to break or fall off.
• If it is necessary to adjust the length of the chain due
9-speed super narrow chain such as
CN-7701 / CN-HG93
6.5mm
to a change in the number of sprocket teeth, make the cut at some other place than the place where the chain
8- / 7- / 6-speed narrow chain such as
CN-HG50 / CN-HG40
7.1mm
has been joined using a reinforced connecting pin or an end pin. The chain will be damaged if it is cut at a place where it has been joined with a reinforced connecting pin or an end pin.
• Be careful not to let the cuffs of your clothes get caught in the chain while riding, otherwise you may fall off the bicycle.
• Check that the tension of the chain is correct and that the chain is not damaged. If the tension is too weak or the chain is damaged, the chain should be replaced. If this is not done, the chain
Silver
Black
Reinforced Connecting Pin
End Pin
TL-CN32 / TL-CN27
TL-CN32 / TL-CN27
Link Pin may break and cause serious injury.
• Use a front chainwheel which is compatible with 9-speed chains in conjunction with Shimano CN-7701,
CN-HG93 and CN-HG73 chains. If a chainwheel for an 8-speed chain or less is used, front chainwheel gear shifting problems may occur, or the chain pins might fall out, causing the chain to break.
• The two left crank arm mounting bolts should be tightened alternately in stages rather than each bolt being fully tightened all at once. Use a torque wrench to check that the final tightening torques are within the range of 12 - 14 N·m.
Furthermore, after riding approximately 100 km (60 miles), use a torque wrench to re-check the tightening torques.
It is also important to periodically check the tightening torques.
If the tightening torques are too weak or if the mounting bolts are not tightened alternately in stages, the left crank arm may come off and the bicycle may fall over, and serious injury may occur as a result.
• Check that there are no cracks in the crank arms before riding the bicycle. If there are any cracks, the crank arm may break and you may fall off the bicycle.
• If the inner cover is not installed correctly, the axle may rust and become damaged, and the bicycle may fall over and serious injury may occur as a result.
• Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts.
Loose, worn or damaged parts may cause the bicycle to fall over and serious injury may occur as a result. We strongly recommend only using genuine Shimano replacement parts.
• Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts.
If adjustments are not carried out correctly, the chain may come off and this may cause you to fall off the bicycle which could result in serious injury.
• Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place for later reference.
Note
• In addition, if pedaling performance does not feel normal, check this once more.
• Before riding the bicycle, check that there is no play or looseness in the connection. Also, be sure to retighten the crank arms and pedals at periodic intervals.
• If a squeaking noise is heard coming from the bottom bracket axle and the left crank arm connector, apply grease to the connector and then tighten it to the specified torque.
• Do not wash the bottom bracket with high-pressure jets of water.
• If you feel any looseness in the bearings, the bottom bracket should be replaced.
• If gear shifting operations do not feel smooth, wash the derailleur and lubricate all moving parts.
• If the amount of looseness in the links is so great that adjustment is not possible, you should replace the derailleur.
• You should periodically wash the chainrings in a neutral detergent and then lubricate them again. In addition, cleaning the chain with neutral detergent and lubricating it can be an effective way of extending the useful life of the chainrings and the chain.
• If the chain keeps coming off the chainrings during use, replace the chainrings and the chain.
• When the chain is in the position shown in the illustration, the chain may contact the front chainrings or front derailleur and generate noise. If the noise is a problem, shift the chain onto the next-larger rear sprocket or the one after.
Front chainrings
• Apply grease to the left and right adapters before installing them.
• For smooth operation, use the specified outer casing and the bottom bracket cable guide.
• This front derailleur is for triple front chainwheel use only. It cannot be used with the double front chainwheel, as the shifting points do not match.
Rear sprockets
• When installing the top route type, choose a frame that has three outer casing holders as shown in the illustration at right.
Outer casing holders
• Use an outer casing which still has some length to spare even when the handlebars are turned all the way to both sides. Furthermore, check that the shifting lever does not touch the bicycle frame when the handlebars are turned all the way.
• A special grease is used for the gear shifting cable (SIS-SP41). Do not use DURA-ACE grease or other types of grease, otherwise they may cause deterioration in gear shifting performance.
• Grease the inner cable and the inside of the outer casing before use to ensure that they slide properly.
• Operation of the levers related to gear shifting should be made only when the front chainwheel is turning.
• Do not disassemble the indicator and shifting lever unit, as this may damage them or cause mis-operation.
• Be sure to read these service instructions in conjunction with the service instructions for the SM-BB51 before use.
• Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration resulting from normal use.
• For maximum performance we highly recommend Shimano lubricants and maintenance products
• For any questions regarding methods of installation, adjustment, maintenance or operation, please contact a professional bicycle dealer.
Technical Service Instructions
Specifications
Front Derailleur
Model number
Applicable to both normal type and top route type
Front chainwheel tooth difference
Min. difference between top and intermediate
Front derailleur installation band diameter
Chainstay angle ( a )
Applicable chain line
Chainwheel
Model number
Chainwheel tooth combination
Bolt circle diameter
Crank arm length
Chain line
Bottom bracket shell width
Thread dimensions
Gear shifting operation
FC-M590 / FC-M591
44-32-22T / 48-36-26T
104 mm / 64 mm
170 mm, 175 mm
50 mm
68, 73 mm
BC1.37 (68, 73mm)
X = Available
FD-M590 / FD-M591
X
22T
12T
S, M, L
63° - 66°, 66° - 69°
50 mm
Installation band diameters:
S (28.6 mm), M (31.8 mm), L (34.9 mm)
When using the S, M size, use an installation band with a diameter of 28.6
mm, 31.8mm and install it to a L size adapter.
Chainstay angle
Bottom Bracket
Model number
Bottom bracket shell width
Thread dimensions
SM-BB51
68, 73 mm
1.37 X 24 T.P.I.
This release lever is equipped with a 2-way release mechanism which allows release operations to be carried out by either pushing or pulling the lever. Both lever (A) and lever (B) always return to the initial position when they are released after shifting. When operating one of the levers, always be sure to turn the crank arm at the same time.
Lever (A) initial position
To shift from a small chainring to a larger chainring
When lever (A) is pressed once, there is a shift of one step from a small chainring to a larger chainring.
Example:
from intermediate chainring to largest chainring.
To shift from a large chainring to a smaller chainring
When lever (B) is pressed once, there is a shift of one step from a large chainring to a smaller chainring.
Lever (B)
2-way release
Example:
from largest chainring to intermediate chainring.
Adjusting the grip width
It is recommended that you adjust the grip widths of the levers to the most comfortable widths for gear shifting and braking.
A : Becomes narrower
B : Becomes wider
SI-6SA0A-001
Installation of the Front Chainwheel and Front Derailleur
Follow the procedure in the figure.
1, 2
Use the special tool TL-FC32/36 to install the right adapter
(counterclockwise thread) and the left adapter (clockwise thread).
Tightening torque: 35 - 50 N·m {305 - 435 in. lbs.}
3
Insert the right crank unit.
4
Set section A of the left crank into the axle of the right crank unit where the groove is wide.
5
Use the TL-FC16/18 to tighten the cap.
Tightening torque: 0.7 - 1.5 N·m {6 - 13 in. lbs.}
6
Push in the stopper plate and check that the plate pin is securely in place, and then tighten the bolt of the left crank arm. (5 mm
Allen key)
Note :
Each of the bolts should be evenly and equally tightened to 12 - 14 N·m {106 - 122 in. lbs.}.
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Spacer installation method
(1) Check whether the width of the bottom bracket shell is 68 mm or 73 mm.
(2) Next, install the adapter while referring to the illustrations below.
TL-FC16
Push up
5
Plate pin
Stopper plate
4
6
< FC-M590 >
Band Type
68 mm 68 mm
Bracket Type
BB mounttype bracket
< FC-M591 >
Band Type
68 mm
* 1
2
TL-FC32
Spacer
Wide groove area
Inner cover
Note :
Set the stopper plate in the right direction as shown in illustration.
2.5 mm
1
1.8 mm 0.7 mm
3
Chaincase Stay Type
68 mm
* 2 Chaincase stay
68 mm
Bracket Type
BB mounttype bracket
Front Drive System
73 mm 73 mm 73 mm 73 mm 73 mm
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In order to realize the best performance, we recommend that the following combination be used.
Series
RAPIDFIRE-Plus (Shift brake lever)
Outer casing
Front derailleur
Front chainwheel
Bottom Bracket
Chain
Bottom bracket cable guide
Deore
ST-M590
SIS-SP41
FD-M590 / FD-M591
FC-M590 / FC-M591
SM-BB51
CN-HG53
SM-SP17 / SM-BT17
This service instruction explains how to use and maintain the Shimano bicycle parts which have been used on your new bicycle.
For any questions regarding your bicycle or other matters which are not related to Shimano parts, please contact the place of purchase or the bicycle manufacturer.
One Holland, Irvine, California 92618, U.S.A. Phone: +1-949-951-5003
Industrieweg 24, 8071 CT Nunspeet, The Netherlands Phone: +31-341-272222 3-77 Oimatsu-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai-shi, Osaka 590-8577, Japan
Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. (English)
© Mar. 2009 by Shimano Inc. XBC SZK Printed in Japan.
* 1 If using three 2.5 mm spacers with a band type and a bottom bracket shell having a width of 68 mm, install the three spacers so that there are two on the right and one on the left.
* 2 1.8 mm corresponds to the thickness of the chain case.
For bracket type
Install as shown in the illustration.
Front Derailleur
Front Chainwheel
Bolt
Adjust and then install the front derailleur as shown in the illustration. Do not remove the Pro-Set alignment block at this time.
Pro-Set alignment block
Gear teeth should come within this range
Pro-Set gauge
Adapter
Tightening torque :
35 - 50 N·m {305 - 435 in. lbs.}
Adapter
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Note
When installing the components to carbon frame/handle bar surfaces, verify with the manufacturer of the carbon frame/parts for their recommendation on tightening torque in order to prevent over tightening that can cause damage to the carbon material and/or under tightening that can cause lack of fixing strength for the components.
The level section of the chain guide outer plate should be directly above and parallel to the largest chainring.
Secure using a 5 mm Allen key.
Chainwheel
(largest chainring)
Chain guide
Tightening torque :
5 - 7 N·m {44 - 60 in. lbs.}
Chain length
Add 2 links (with the chain on both the largest sprocket and the largest chainring)
Largest sprocket
Installation of the lever
Chain
Largest chainring
Use a handlebar grip with a maximum outer diameter of 36 mm.
Tightening torque :
6 - 8 N·m
{53 - 69 in. lbs.}
• FD-M590
< Normal type >
• FD-M591
< Normal type >
Note:
Pass the cable through as shown in the illustration.
Wire fixing bolt
5 mm Allen key
Note:
Pass the cable through as shown in the illustration.
Wire fixing bolt
< Top route type >
Tightening torque :
5 - 7 N·m {44 - 60 in. lbs.}
After taking up the initial slack in the cable, re-secure to the front derailleur as shown in the illustration.
Normal type Top route type
Pull
< Top route type >
Pull
SIS Adjustment
Be sure to follow the sequence described below.
1. Low adjustment
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.
Pro-Set alignment block
FD-M590
Chain position
Largest sprocket
Smallest chainring
2. Connecting and securing the inner cable
Chain guide inner plate
Chain
Operate lever (B) 2 or more times, check on the indicator that the low position is correct, and then secure the inner cable.
4 mm Allen key
Lever (B)
Install the inner hole cover by turning it as shown in the illustration until it stops.
Do not turn it any further than this, otherwise it may damage the screw thread.
Unit cover
Inner hole cover
Feed lever
Cutting the outer casing
When cutting the outer casing, cut the opposite end to the end with the marking. After cutting the outer casing, make the end round so that the inside of the hole has a uniform diameter.
Attach the same outer end cap to the cut end of the outer casing.
Outer end cap
FD-M591
Low adjustment screw
Cut off the excess length of inner cable and then install the inner end cap.
While firmly pulling the inner cable, secure by tightening the fixing bolt with a 5 mm Allen key.
3. Top adjustment
Set so that the clearance between the chain guide outer plate and the chain is
0 - 0.5 mm.
FD-M591
Chain position
Smallest sprocket
Largest chainring
FD-M590
4. Adjustment of the intermediate chainring
When carrying out adjustment, set the chain to the largest sprocket, and at the front, set the chain to the intermediate chainring. Adjust using the outer casing adjustment barrel so that the clearance between the chain guide inner plate and the chain is 0 - 0.5 mm.
Chain guide inner plate
Chain
B
Chain position
Largest sprocket
Intermediate chainring
Top adjustment screw
Chain guide outer plate
Chain
B
A
A
Outer casing adjustment barrel
5. Troubleshooting chart
After completion of steps 1 - 4, move the shifting lever to check the shifting. (This also applies if shifting becomes difficult during use.)
If the chain falls to the crank side.
If shifting is difficult from the intermediate chainring to the largest chainring.
If shifting is difficult from the intermediate chainring to the smallest chainring.
If there is interference between the chain and the front derailleur inner plate at the largest chainring.
If there is interference between the chain and the front derailleur outer plate at the largest chainring.
If the intermediate chainring is skipped when shifting from the largest chainring.
If there is interference between the chain and front derailleur inner plate when the rear sprocket is shifted to the largest sprocket when the chainwheel is at the intermediate chainring position.
If the chain falls to the bottom bracket side.
If the lever is stiff when shifting from the intermediate chainring to the largest chainring
Tighten the top adjustment screw clockwise (about 1/4 turn).
Loosen the top adjustment screw counterclockwise
(about 1/8 turn).
Loosen the low adjustment screw counterclockwise
(about 1/4 turn).
Tighten the top adjustment screw clockwise (about 1/8 turn).
Loosen the top adjustment screw counterclockwise
(about 1/8 turn).
Loosen the outer casing adjustment barrel counterclockwise (1 or 2 turns).
Tighten the outer casing adjustment barrel clockwise
(1 or 2 turns).
Tighten the low adjustment screw clockwise (about 1/2 turn).
Loosen the top adjustment screw counterclockwise (about 1/4 turn).
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Refer to the Service Instructions for the Rear Drive System for details on replacing and installing the indicator unit.
