Manitou Forks의 2000년 모델중 하기의 모델에 대한 Recall 소식입니다.
2000 Manitou MARS Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou MARS C Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou MARS CL Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou MARS 1 Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou X-Vert Super Suspension Fork
2000 Answer BMX Carbon Pro
2000 Answer BMX Carbon ProCruiser
2000 Answer BMX MAG Pro
Answer BMX Fork Manitou MTB Fork

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P.S : 잘 아시다시피 Manitou Forks의 국내 딜러는 Cello(02-569-1837)입니다. Cello에 전화로 확인한 결과, Cello에서 4월 이후에 판매한 2000년 Manitou Forks중 Recall 해당 제품들은 이미 출고(판매)전에 적절한 조치가 되어서 판매되었으므로 Recall에 해당되지않는 답니다. 하지만 다른경로(미국이나 유럽에서 Mail Order로 구입한 경우등)로 해당 제품을 구입해서 사용중인 분이 계시다면 반드시 확인하셔서 조치를 받으시기 바랍니다.
Recall 해당제품이라고 하더라도 우선은 간단히 확인하는방법이 있습니다. 사용중인 포크의 스틸러 튜브 안쪽의 해바라기 너트 아래부분에 빨간색 부싱이 들어가 있으면 이미 Recall 사항이 해결된것이므로 그냥 사용하셔도 됩니다만... 그렇치않은 경우는 반드시 Cello에 문의해 보시고 사용하시기 바랍니다.

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Manitou Fork Recall

Posted-12-May-00
SAFETY RETROFIT NOTICE
PLEASE POST FOR 120 DAYS

On the fork models listed below, Answer Products has found that under extreme loads or in high stress situations that could be encountered while riding, some aluminum alloy steerer tubes can deform at the press fit into the crown. After becoming deformed, the steerer tube can then separate from the crown causing loss of control of the bicycle with risk of physical injury to the rider.
Only aluminum alloy steerers that utilize carbon sleeves, only on the fork models listed below, are subject to this issue.
Therefore, we are requesting that the models listed below be retrofitted with an insert that reinforces this area of the steerer tube.
Answer Products is supplying these inserts free of charge to dealers and owners of these forks. Either visually inspect the underside of your own crown steerer or have your authorized dealer inspect your crown steerer prior to your next ride.
If it does not have a red or silver aluminum insert present DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE THE BICYCLE until a reinforcing sleeve can be fitted to your fork. If the carbon sleeve appears to be cracked or damaged in any way, contact VICMTB on (03) 9817 2917 or via e-mail.
These free inserts come with instructions and can be easily installed by an individual or at a shop on the spot. NO disassembly of the bicycle or fork is required. The red or silver aluminum inserts have been installed on all production forks shipped from Answer starting December 21,1999, so these forks do not require updates. All of the models listed below produced prior to this time will need a red or silver aluminum insert installed to reinforce the steerer tube in the crown area. For obtaining inserts or for further information, please contact your dealer.

Answer Products is conducting this safety retrofit program in cooperation with the US Consumer Products Safety
Commission who will monitor this program for its effectiveness.
A nswer Products, Inc. 28209 Ave. Stanford, Valencia, CA 91355  (800)423-0273  FAX (800)835-1548
www.answerproducts.com
e-mail: warranty@answerproducts.com

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2000 Manitou MARS Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou MARS C Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou MARS CL Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou MARS 1 Suspension Fork
2000 Manitou X-Vert Super Suspension Fork
2000 Answer BMX Carbon Pro
2000 Answer BMX Carbon ProCruiser
2000 Answer BMX MAG Pro
Answer BMX Fork Manitou MTB Fork
Retrofit Kit
P/N 85-4102