LOOK Zed 3 11 Speed Crankset Instruction Manual

LOOK Zed 3 11 Speed Crankset

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Name: Look ZED 3 Crankset
• Model: ZED 3
• Compatibility: BDP Zed, BB86, BB92, PF30 68mm, PF30 73mm
• Materials: Carbon fiber, steel
• Weight: 500g (approx)

Product Usage Instructions

Mounting the Bearings in the Frame:

• To mount the left bearing in the frame, follow the steps outlined in Fig 7.
• For mounting the right bearing in the frame, refer to Fig 8 for detailed instructions.

Mounting the Chainrings:
Refer to Fig 6 for tightening the chainring fixing screws to 8Nm.

Assembly of Components:
Follow the steps in Fig 9 for assembling components like nuts, bolts, and Loctite application.

Adapter Installation:

• If using BSC adapters, use Fig 15 as a reference for proper installation.
• For ZED adapters, refer to the specific adapter model for detailed installation instructions.

Maintenance and Warranty:

• Regularly grease moving parts as indicated in Fig 9.
• Ensure proper maintenance to uphold warranty conditions. Refer to the warranty section for more details.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

• Q: How often should I inspect the bearings?
  A: It is recommended to inspect the bearings every 6 months or after any significant impact or water exposure.

• Q: Can I use other chainrings with the Look ZED 3 crankset?
  A: It is recommended to use compatible chainrings to ensure optimal performance and durability.

• Q: What type of Loctite should be used for assembly?
  A: Use Loctite 243 for securing screws and components as specified in the assembly instructions.

CONGRATULATIONS

• You have chosen a LOOK accessory.
• Thank you for your confidence in our products.
• In choosing this LOOK accessory, you will benefit from state-of-the-art technology and French design.
• As with the vast majority of LOOK products, they are identical to those supplied to professional athletes, and they are checked throughout the manufacturing cycle to guarantee your full satisfaction.
• Our products comply with the various current European and International standards.
• Read the instructions in full before use, and respect the advice provided to make sure you can make the most of the advantages of this high-quality product.
• To improve it, LOOK reserves the right to change the product specifications without prior notice.

Attention:
LOOK products are designed and optimised for use by cyclists up to 100 kg (220.5 lbs).

INSPECTION REQUIRED

LIFESPAN – WEAR – INSPECTION REQUIRED

• The lifespan of each LOOK component depends on numerous factors, such as the size of the cyclist and the conditions of use. Impacts, falls, inappropriate use or generally rough use can compromise the structural integrity of the components and considerably reduce their lifespan.
• Certain components are also subject to wear over time. Have your bicycle checked regularly by a qualified mechanic, to ensure the absence of cracks, deformities or signs of wear and tear.
• If the inspection reveals deformities, cracks, signs of impact or strain, even if they are mild, you must immediately replace the relevant component. Any components that have experienced excessive wear must also be immediately replaced. The frequency of inspection depends on numerous factors. Consult your approved LOOK distributor to agree on the plan that suits you best.

Read first:
Cycling is a dangerous activity by nature. To reduce the risk of serious injury, you must ensure that your bicycle is suitably maintained and that each component is correctly installed and adjusted. Always wear a helmet when cycling and ensure that you are aware of the highway code and that you respect it. Beware of the dangers of the road and traffic. Be aware of current applicable laws in the country in which you are cycling. If you are cycling at night, it is not enough just to see; you must also be seen. Reflectors are not sufficient and are no replacement for front and rear lights. It is strongly advisable to wear a reflective garment and indeed is obligatory in some countries.

GENERAL PRESENTATION OF THE CRANKSET

Distinctive feature of the zed 3 crankset:
The LOOK ZED 3 crankset is the first AERO carbon monobloc crankset. The cranks and the star chainring support are secured to the axle of the crankset to achieve as-yet-unequalled rigidity. Entirely made of high-strength carbon fibre, it is both light and strong, fluid and aerodynamic. The ZED 3 is the fruit of numerous years of research and development and includes two technologies patented by LOOK:

1. The variation in the length of the cranks using TRILOBE technology. As such, with a crankset, you can easily select from 3 specific crank lengths for cycling, by turning the offset screw a third of a turn now your pedal axle. This is a quick change and does not require any special tools and allows you to cover:
   • Size 1 crankset: 155 mm, 157.5 mm or 160 mm
   • Size 2 crankset: 162.5 mm, 165 mm or 167.5 mm
   • Size 3 crankset: 170 mm, 172.5 mm or 175 mm
2. The possibility to fit two double chainrings with an inter-axle distance of 130mm or a compact inter-axle distance of 110mm. The branches of the star feature a double set of fastenings that make it possible to accommodate the 2 standard chainrings on the interior side.

FITTING

FITTING THE CHAINRINGS ON TO THE CRANKSET

It is recommended to fit the LOOK ZED 3 chainrings with the ZED 3 crankset. These LOOK ZED 3 chainrings are developed to be compatible with the different groups and are optimised for weight gain, gear shifts and rigidity.

However, there is a fittings kit for standard chainrings containing 5 screws and 5 struts and the double or compact chainrings that match the constraints described below can equip the ZED 3 crankset:

• contain 5 mounting holes
• have an inter-axle distance of 110 mm or 130 mm
• have an effective clamping width of 4 mm for the exterior chainring
• have a perfectly flat exterior surface for the exterior chainring
• have an effective clamping width of 3.5 mm for the interior chainring
• accept the placement of the specific LOOK inter-chainring struts with a width of 3.5 mm

For any other chainrings, such as oval chainrings, please refer to the compatibility table available from chainring suppliers and on the website www.lookcycle.com.

Fitting the chainrings on to the crankset:
the chainrings must only be fitted to the ZED 3 crankset when the crankset is detached from the frame.

1. Start by dismantling the crankset before fitting the chainrings (see § dismantling the ZED).
2. Before fitting any chainrings to the ZED 3 crankset, be sure to check that the chainring support surfaces are clean, smooth and free from any elements that could become lodged between the chainring and the crankset. This could significantly affect how flat your chainrings are and therefore how effective your gear changes are.

FITTING THE CHAINRINGS Fig 5

• Take the large chainring and position it with the left crank. The inscriptions engraved on the chainring must face inwards.
• Position the exterior chainring, taking care to align the chain’s anti-skip cone with the right crank.
• Position the 5 specific inter-chainring struts for ZED 3 chain rings (black, no split and width of 3.2mm).
• Take the small chainring and position it using the left crank. The inscriptions engraved on the chainring must face inwards.
• Ensure that the alignment mar-ker is in line with the right crank. Place 1 drop of thread lock (type Loctite 243) on the threads of the chainring mounting screw.
• Screw the screws into the inserts in the crankset without forgetting to sandwich in the inter-chainring struts. Slowly tighten each screw evenly, without forcing them, to a torque of 8Nm.

Checking how the chainrings have been fitted:

When you fit the chainrings, check:

• The orientation of the chainrings so that the gears change correctly.
• The position of the chain’s anti-skip cone on the exterior chainring to avoid the chain becoming stuck between the chainring and the crank. The chain’s anti-skip cone must be behind the crank.

Attention:
LOOK recommends the use of its specific chainrings for the ZED crankset for the following reasons:

• The specific shape of the teeth on each LOOK chainring, which facilitates the gear changes, was developed to respond to being fitted to the double and/or compact ZED star.
• The strength and rigidity of the LOOK chainrings have been optimised particularly thanks to a larger support surface where each branch is attached.

CHECKING THE FIT OF THE CHAINRINGS Fig 6

FITTING THE CRANKSET ON TO THE FRAME

Fitting the crankset on to the frame:
since the ZED crankset is monobloc, the left crank will have to be passed through the frame to fit it, as shown in Figure 10. The right pedal can be fitted to the crankset before it is fitted to the frame, which is not the case for the left pedal, which will have to be fitted once the ZED crankset is correctly fitted to the frame.

• There are no specific tools required to fit the crankset, but it is still recommended to refer to your specialist LOOK retailer to fit or remove the crankset.
• Before attaching the crankset to the frame, check that the bearings are correctly attached to the frame (see figures 7 and 8).
• Before attaching the crankset to the frame, check that no parts are missing from the whole set that is pre-fitted on the crankset (see figures 1 and 9).

Attention:

• Remove all dust and clean the bearing seats in the bottom bracket with the recommended lubricant.
• Never wash your bicycle with a pressurized jet. High-pressure water, even the water from a hose pipe, can, despite the gaskets, enter into the bottom bracket and irremediably damage the components and bearings in the ZED crankset. Wash your crankset when it is attached to your bicycle. Delicately clean the carbon parts with a soft cloth, water and neutral soap.
• Do not leave the ZED crankset inside a car parked in the sun, nor near the radiator or any other source of heat.

Attaching and detaching the bearings in the frame:
The ZED 3 crankset requires the 2 bearings to be fitted directly in the frame. For improved comfort, they are also glued. To avoid damaging the bearings when attaching and/or detaching, it is strongly recommended to use specific tools. LOOK has created a tool for retailers. It is therefore essential that these steps are performed by a specialist LOOK retailer.

FITTING THE BEARING ON TO THE FRAME

FITTING THE LEFT BEARING ON TO THE FRAME Fig 7

• Use a fine grain emery cloth (type 220) to prepare the bearing seats on the frame. Degrease the bearing seats.
• Degrease the bearings. Apply the activator Loctite® 7649 on to the exterior bearing ring. Leave the activator to dry for 10 minutes. Do not touch the exterior bearing ring after this stage.
• Fix the bearing onto the mobile part of the middle. Slide all of it into the glue guide.
• Apply a strip of Loctite® 641 on to the edge of the exterior bearing ring. The strip of glue must be on the side of the bearing which will be inside the frame. Use the guide to facilitate handling and guarantee the correct placement of the strip of glue.
• Remove the glue guide.
• Pre-assemble the part of the assembly tool working from the right bearing seat in the bottom bracket.
• Insert the straight section of the tool into the right bearing seat in the bottom bracket.
• Pre-position the left part of the tool containing the bearing level with the left bearing seat in the bottom bracket.
• Slowly tighten the nut until the left bearing is fixed into the bottom bracket. Be careful to not fix the bearing at an angle as this could cause wear to the bearing and the frame. Clean the excess with a degreaser.

FITTING THE RIGHT BEARING ON TO THE FRAME Fig 8

• Use a fine-grain emery cloth (type 220) to prepare the bearing seats on the frame. Degrease the bearing seats.

• Degrease the bearings. Apply the activator Loctite® 7649 onto the exterior bearing ring. Leave the activator to dry for 10 minutes. Do not touch the exterior bearing ring after this stage.
  Attention:

  • Leave the glue to polymerise for 10 minutes before removing the assembly and fitting the crankset.
  • Leave the glue to polymerise for 6 hours before using the bicycle.

• Fix the bearing onto the mobile part of the middle. Slide all of it into the glue guide.

• Apply a strip of Loctite® 641 onto the edge of the exterior bearing ring. The strip of glue must be on the side of the bearing which will be inside the frame. Use the guide to facilitate handling and guarantee the correct placement of the strip of glue.

• Remove the glue guide.

• Pre-assemble the part of the assembly tool working from the left-bearing seat in the bottom bracket.

• Pre-position the right part of the tool containing the bearing level with the right bearing seat in the bottom bracket.

• Slowly tighten the nut until the right bearing is fixed into the bottom bracket. Be careful to not fix the bearing at an angle as this could cause wear to the bearing and the frame. Clean the excess with a degreaser.

PREPARING THE CRANKSET

Preparing the left nut Fig 9

• Lubricate the contact surfaces between the nut and the expanding ring. Position the slit in the expanding ring opposite the slit in the nut.
• Assemble the expanding ring with the nut, ensuring that the ring is correctly fitted in its housing.
• Check that the ring is correctly fitted in the right direction with its flange against the nut.

Preparing the crankset

Lubricate:

• A. The right ring
  • The expanding ring
  • The carbon-bearing seat (on the right)
  • Do not lubricate the threads (on the carbon or the right ring).
  • Fit the right ring and the expanding ring to the left crank.
• B. Pass the right ring over the right bearing seat in the crankset, ensuring that the slit in the ring is in the lower position.
• C. Turn the ring to the right until the slit is in the upper position.
• D. Assemble the expanding ring over the right ring, ensuring that the latter is fitted in the correct direction.
  Attention: the slit in the expanding ring must be opposite the slit in the right ring.

FITTING THE CRANKSET

FITTING THE CRANKSET Fig 10

• Once the crankset has been prepared. Fit it into the frame with the left crank.
• Keep passing the crankset through the frame, taking care not to scratch the crankset with the bearings or the frame with the chainrings.
• Slide the nut with the left crank.
• Prime the nut to be screwed.
• Insert the 2.5mm Allen key into the hole opposite the locking screw and use it to turn and tighten the nut. Tighten the nut until you no longer feel any play in the assembly. (Use the cranks to check the play).
• Once the crankset is correctly mounted, tighten the M3 screw to 1Nm having previously added some thread lock type Loctite® 243. Check that there is no play in the crankset. If there is, unscrew the M3 screw and re-tighten the Zed nut.

ASSEMBLING THE PEDALS

Adjusting the length of the cranks:
Position the arrow on the support washer facing the desired length marker then position the trilobe nut on the other side in the same position. Screw the pedal to the recommended torque. The ZED 3 crankset is compatible with every pedal on the market.

Attention:

• Carefully check the position of the trilobite nut in each of the two cranks before cycling to be sure that you have positioned the right or left cranks at the same lengths. If the right and left cranks are different lengths this can cause serious physical injury.
• The recommended torques must be respected when tightening the pedals (20 Nm minimum for LOOK pedals). Failure to respect the torques can cause damage to the product and, as a result, lead to accidents, physical injuries or death.
• Degrease and clean the surface of the nut that is in contact with the crank before fitting the pedals. Dust and/or any other particles on the trilobite nut or on the crank could damage the crankset or pedal.
• The right nut (to be fitted on the right crank) is identified by the letter R, and the left nut (to be fitted on the left crank) features the letter L.

DISMANTLING THE CRANKSET

• Take a 2.5mm Allen key and unscrew the screw in the left nut. Be careful to keep the screw on the nut and ensure that the nut does not interfere with the frame.
• Insert the 2.5mm Allen key into the hole opposite the locking screw and use it to turn the nut. Be careful not to damage the crankset or the frame as you loosen the nut with the Allen key.
• Loosen the left nut until it releases the bearing.
• Remove the nut by the left crank.
• Remove the crankset from the frame, taking care not to scratch the crankset with the bearings or the frame with the chainrings.
• Remove the crankset from the frame. Check that the 2x 6810 bearings remain in place in the frame.

REMOVING THE BEARINGS

REMOVING THE BEARINGS Fig 14

Dismantling the 1st bearing

• [ A ] Slide the disassembly ring into the bracket to support the inside of the bearing.
  • Use the planes to pass through the 1st bearing.
  • Place the ring back in the bracket.
  • Place the ring to support the bearing.
• [ B ] Lift the whole tool onto the disassembly ring.
• [ C ] Hit the tool with the mallet to remove the bearing. Remove the disassembly ring to remove the middle.

Dismantling the 1st bearing [ D ]

Directly slide the fitted middle into the frame, placing the disassembly ring as a support on the bearing. Hit the tool with the mallet to remove the bearing.

FITTING THE ADAPTORS

Fitting the BSC adaptors:
For compatibility reasons, a BSC threaded bottom bracket can be fitted to a frame created for a ZED crankset. To do this, there are adaptors to be fitted instead of the 6810 bearings as shown in figure 12.

Attention:

• This operation requires specific tools, it is essential that it is completed by a specialist Look retailer.
• After fitting the crankset and bearings, check that the interior bearing seats in the bottom bracket of the frame are clear of any dust or other particles that could damage the adaptors.
• The M5x60mm screws must be tightened to the recommended torque: 5Nm.

FITTING THE ADAPTORS BSC REF DTCD/0268992 Fig 15

• Flask pierced with 3 holes to for the screws.
• Non-pierced flask.
• Position the two adaptor flasks into the bearing seats in the frame then screw the 3x M5 x 60 screws to the recommended torque (5 Nm) in order to lock the whole assembly.

ZED ADAPTORS

LOOK REF:

• 10936 (BB86) – 9483 (BB92)
• 9484 (PF30 68mm) – 9485 (PF30 73MM)

MAINTENANCE

• Always use soap or a mild detergent and water to clean your frame and accessories.
• Use a soft cloth. Rinse with water and dry with a cloth.
• Do not use any high pressure cleaning equipment or abrasive products.
• We advise you to bring in your bicycle for maintenance after the first 500 km of use. The first maintenance is the occasion to make all the small adjustments that will improve the safety, performance and lifespan of your new bicycle.
• This is generally offered by our retailers, either for free or at a cost.
• We strongly advise you to then carry out periodic maintenance at your retailer.
• Inspection and maintenance are important for your safety and the lifespan of your bicycle.
• Poorly maintained bicycle components may break or malfunction, which can lead to an accident in which you may be killed, severely injured or paralysed.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

If, in spite of the care we take during the manufacturing process, a fault appears or a repair is required, contact your approved LOOK retailer and take with you the defective product together with your purchase invoice.

GUARANTEE

LOOK limited guarantee.
KEEP YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE AND REGISTER YOUR GUARANTEE ONLINE AT www.lookcycle.com

Warning:
We advise you to register your bicycle for our services. If you do not do so, we will not be able to contact you to supply important informa-tion in the event of a product recall or possible update.

• This LOOK accessory is guaranteed against any defects or manufacturing faults for two years starting from the date of purchase.
• Through its approved distributors in the countries in which the product was purchased, LOOK guarantees the first purchaser or user of the product against any defects or manufacturing faults.
• This guarantee does not apply to “Special Service Course” products and/or products purchased by professional or amateur teams, athletes, clubs, or rental services. This still applies if the product is new.
• The guarantee applies only if the product is assembled according to the instructions provided above. The guarantee does not apply to poorly maintained products or products subject to improper use.

The guarantee will also expire if the product:

• Has been technically and/or structurally modified, if it has been repaired or repainted in a non-LOOK approved centre.
• Has been repaired and/or used with non-authorised spare parts.
• The product serial number as been removed, wiped away, altered or made illegible.

This limited guarantee does not apply to normal wear (bearings, chainrings), nor to parts that have been restored or subject to inappropriate repairs or modifications, damage caused by an accident, abusive or inappropriate use, or a lack of due diligence. Inappropriate use that would void the guarantee includes spinning, jumps, acrobatics, extreme cycling and other similar activities. The only recourse within the context of a limited LOOK guarantee or any implicit guarantee is limited to repair or exchange, at the sole discretion of LOOK, of all or part of the product concerned. In any event, LOOK and its agents and distributors cannot be held responsible for direct or consequential damage, for meeting transport or product shipping fees, whether the complaint is based on the contract, guarantee, negligence or product liability, including, without limitation, loss or damage connected with property other than the product guarantees themselves, loss of use of property or any other financial loss.

Whatever the cause, neither LOOK nor any agent or distributor can be held liable for any financial contribution or compensation for a product. The rights allocated by the guarantee and the benefits cannot be conceded nor transferred.
LOOK’s obligations within any guarantee are limited, according to the broadest acceptance of the law, to the provisions specified in this LOOK guarantee. However, certain countries or states do not authorise any limitation of duration for an implicit guarantee, and/or for exclusion or limitation of direct or consequential damages, which implies that the aforementioned limits and exclusions are not applicable in this case. This limited guarantee grants you specific legal rights, but possibly also other rights, which will vary according to local legislation.

Disclaimer:

• The information contained in this handbook is provided as an indication only. The products described are subject to amendment without prior notice from the manufacturer, owing to permanent technical enhancements.
• LOOK does not grant any guarantee or liability in the event of damage connected with or caused by the use of this handbook or the products it describes.
• LOOK is not, in any event, liable for damages, losses, expenses or fees, direct or indirect, of general scope, consequential or individual, caused by or connected with this handbook or the products it describes.

Warning about counterfeit products:
THE USE OF COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND COULD CAUSE YOU AND ANY THIRD PARTY A DANGEROUS FALL LEADING TO SEVERE OR FATAL INJURIES. LOOK products are protected by industrial property rights. http://www.lookcycle.com/patents/ Therefore, in the case of purchase, use or sale of a counterfeit product, we reserve the right to undertake any measures that we deem appropriate to cease the infringement of our rights and to seek compensation for the prejudice caused, as per Articles L613-3 to L613-6, L615-14 and L716-9.

Counterfeit products will not benefit from any LOOK guarantee and will void the LOOK guarantees on any LOOK-compliant product used with counterfeit products. This will also void all accidental, material, moral, civil and physical liability on behalf of the company LOOK CYCLE INTERNATIONAL. The vast majority of Look products are manufactured in our factories outside Asia. The sale of products on exotic sites incurs every possibility that it will concern counterfeit products.

To avoid any fraud, and without this advice being exhaustive, we therefore advise you to be very vigilant:

• On sites offering LOOK branded products at prices that are very clearly below market value.
• On private sales that do not offer any proof of purchase, maintenance and information regarding the origin of the product.

If you require any help, you can contact us via our website, or the distributor’s website for the country in which you are located (there is a list of our retailers and distributors on www.lookcycle.com). Please provide the serial number and/or photos for verification purposes.

References

• Look Cycle - Pédales automatiques et vélos carbone
• Look Cycle - Pédales automatiques et vélos carbone

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