Wahoo POWRLINK ZERO Quick Start Guide

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The following instructions must be observed at all times in order to prevent personal injury and physical damage to equipment and surroundings. The instructions are classified according to the degree of danger or damage which may occur if the product is used incorrectly:

• DANGER: Failure to follow the instructions will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING: Failure to follow the instructions may result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION: Failure to follow the instructions may cause personal injury and/or physical damage to equipment or surroundings.

WARNING: Follow the instructions provided in the manual when assembling the product.

WARNING: See the Important Product Information included in the product box for additional product warnings and other important information.

For safety, read this manual and all safety information thoroughly before assembly and use.

• Assemble the POWRLINK ZERO only as stated in the information contained in this manual.
• Do not modify the POWRLINK ZERO.
• All instructions can be viewed on our website: www.wahoofitness.com/instructions.
• Images may not reflect final product exactly.

BOX CONTENTS

Image of the Wahoo POWRLINK ZERO single-sided power pedal system.

Illustration showing the contents of the box:

• A. BASE PLATES: w/ 5-F & 5-R Shims (2x)
• B. SHIM PACKET: 6-F & 6-R Shims (2x), Extra Shims (2x)
• C. CLEAT SURROUNDS: 1 right / 1 left
• D. CLEAT COVERS*: 1 right / 1 left
• E. PROTECTOR PLATES*: 1 right / 1 left
• F. SPRING & HOUSING*: 1 right / 1 left

*Items ship pre-assembled. Separate Cleat Covers before installation.

BOX CONTENTS continued

• G. SPACER: 1 right / 1 left
• H. SCREW PACKET: Base plate screws: Short/Black (6x), Protector Plate Screws (8x), Extra Long/Black (8x)
• I. 1MM WASHERS
• J. CHARGER
• K. POWRLINK ZERO PEDALS: Left: Power, Right: Non-power

TOOLS REQUIRED

• #1 and #2 Phillips Screwdriver
• 8mm Allen Wrench

PEDAL INSTALLATION

1. CLEAN CRANK ARM THREADS AND APPLY A SMALL AMOUNT OF GREASE

   Use a cloth or brush to remove old grease before applying new grease.

2. IDENTIFY THE LEFT AND RIGHT PEDALS

   Illustration showing the left and right pedals, highlighting the 'Wahoo' logo for identification.

   The "Wahoo" logo reads left-to-right to help identify each pedal (shown-below).

   Use the provided washers to allow for at least 1mm space between the POWRLINK ZERO power pod and your crank arm. Repeat on the opposite side. If the washer is installed on the left side, it should also be installed on the right side for best symmetry and bike fit.

3. THREAD THE PEDALS ONTO THE CORRECT CRANK ARM

   Illustration showing an 8mm Allen Wrench being used to thread a pedal into a crank arm.

   Use an 8mm Allen Wrench to ensure a snug fit. Recommended tightening torque: 30 Nm.

CLEAT INSTALLATION

1. CHOOSE THE SHIMS FOR THE BASE PLATE THAT BEST FIT THE SOLE OF THE SHOE

   Three illustrations showing how to choose shims for the base plate to fit the shoe sole, with a checkmark for a good fit and crosses for poor fits.

   5-F and 5-R Shims ship pre-installed to the Base Plates, but can be substituted with the Blue 6-F and 6-R Shims. Extra Shims may be required between 5-F/6-F Shims and the sole of the shoe.

   The Base Plate/Shim Combo may not create a "perfect" fit to the bottom of the shoe, but for best results it is important to use the Shims that provide the "best" fit.

2. SCREW THE BASE PLATE TO THE SHOE USING THE BASE PLATE SCREWS

   Illustration showing a shoe with a base plate attached.

   Set the desired fore-aft position then tighten the Base Plate Screws. Recommended tightening torque: 4 Nm.

3. FIT THE CLEAT SURROUND AROUND THE BASE PLATE

   Illustration showing a cleat surround being fitted around the base plate.

   Cleat Surrounds are labeled "L" or "R".

4. FIT THE PROTECTOR PLATE TO THE SPRING & HOUSING

   Illustration showing a spring and housing being fitted to a protector plate.

   Spring & Housings are labeled "LEFT" or "RIGHT". Protector Plates are not labeled. The Spring & Housing ships pre-assembled to the Protector Plate. If they have separated, gently snap them together using the two small tabs as a guide.

5. SCREW THE ASSEMBLY TO THE BASE PLATE USING THE PROTECTOR PLATE SCREWS

   Illustration showing the assembly being screwed to the base plate using a "Double X Pattern" with four screws labeled A, B, C, D.

   Install the Protector Plate Screws using a "Double X Pattern" (shown below). Loosely engage all four Protector Plate Screws (Steps: A thru D).

6. CLEAT INSTALLATION continued

   Illustrations E through H showing the tightening sequence for protector plate screws.

   Set the desired left-right position then tighten the Protector Plate Screws (Steps: E thru H). Recommended tightening torque: 2.5 Nm.

7. ADJUST THE LIMIT SCREWS TO SET THE DESIRED FLOAT

   Illustration showing limit screws being adjusted on the pedal assembly.

   Tighten the Limit Screws to reduce the amount of float ("heel movement") experienced by the foot while pedaling. Housings are labelled "Heel In" & "Heel Out" to guide which Limit Screws to adjust. Preferred float range is unique to each rider. If you are unsure of your float preference, begin with medium float and adjust as needed. Note: Do not unscrew the Limit Screws from the Housing when adjusting float, and do not further tighten the Limit Screws once they have made contact with the tip of the Spring.

8. FIT THE CLEAT COVER OVER THE EDGES OF THE PROTECTOR PLATE

   Illustration showing a cleat cover being fitted over the protector plate, with a checkmark for correct fit and a cross for incorrect fit.

   Cleat Covers are labeled "LEFT" or "RIGHT". Grip the shoe and apply force with the palm of the hand to each of the four corners to ensure that the Cleat Cover has properly covered the edges of the Protector Plate. The Cleat Cover should fit flush to the Cleat Surround when installed correctly. Note: Failure to properly complete this step may result in the Cleat Cover falling off.

9. APPLY PTFE DRY LUBE TO THE SPRING (OPTIONAL)

   Illustration showing PTFE Dry Lube being applied to the spring.

   Reduce the engagement force required to clip into the pedals by applying a small amount of "PTFE Dry Lube" to the Spring. Wipe away any excess lube.

10. CHECK THAT THE POWRLINK ZERO POWER POD AND YOUR SHOE DO NOT TOUCH

    Two illustrations showing the clearance check between the power pod and the shoe, with a checkmark for adequate space and a cross for insufficient space, indicating the need for a spacer.

    With pedals installed on the crank arm, clip your shoe onto the pedal. Remove your foot from the shoe. Rotate your shoe around the spindle to check for clearance. If there is adequate space between the shoe and the power pod (they should not touch at any point) you do not need to use the Spacer. If there is not adequate space, then you will need to use the Spacer to provide more space and prevent potential damage to your shoe. Go back to step 2 in the cleat installation instructions to install the Spacer between the Base Plate and Housing. Repeat the steps on the opposite side.

    CAUTION: Failure to check for pod and shoe clearance may result in damage to your shoe and/or POWRLINK ZERO. Do not use the pedals if your shoe comes in contact with the power pod. This will void the warranty.

CHARGING POWRLINK ZERO PEDALS

1. ENSURE THE CABLE IS SECURELY CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE AND TO THE CHARGING CLIPS.
2. ATTACH THE CHARGING CLIPS TO THE POWER POD

   Illustration showing the charging cable connected to the pedals and a power source, with green LEDs illuminated.

   When firmly attached, the green LEDs will illuminate. Note: Wahoo logo on the charging clip should face the pedal body.

LED INDICATORS

• BLUE: SLOW BLINK: Awake and searching, FAST FLASH: Connecting, SOLID: Connected
• GREEN: FLASH: Charging, SOLID: Fully charged (will shut off after 5 seconds)
• RED: FLASH 3 TIMES: Low battery

NOTE: LEDs turn off after 30 seconds to conserve battery life.

APP PAIRING

1. DOWNLOAD THE WAHOO APP FOR OPTIMIZED PERFORMANCE AND ESSENTIAL FIRMWARE UPDATES

   Ensure bluetooth is on.

2. PAIR SENSOR

   Open app to Sensors page and select "Add New Sensor." To wake POWRLINK ZERO, rotate pedal around spindle 360°.

3. SAVE SENSOR

   Your sensor is now set up and ready for action.

CALIBRATION WITH WAHOO APP

1. OPEN THE WAHOO FITNESS APP

   Ensure the POWRLINK ZERO pedals are nearby and connected.

2. NAVIGATE TO THE SENSORS DETAIL PAGE

   Tap Settings → Sensors → POWRLINK ZERO

3. TAP THE CALIBRATE BUTTON

   Once calibration is complete, you're ready to ride!

ELEMNT PAIRING

1. TURN ON YOUR ELEMNT BIKE COMPUTER

   Hold left button to power on/off.

2. ACTIVATE PEDAL AND HOLD NEAR YOUR ELEMNT

   Rotate pedal around spindle 360° until the blue LEDs are on and blinking.

3. ADD SENSOR

   Press the (a) left Menu button to access the menu. Scroll using the (b) down button on the right side of the ELEMNT to ADD SENSOR and select it by pressing the (c) center button.

4. SAVE SENSOR

   When POWRLINK ZERO is shown, scroll to select it and press SAVE using the center button.

CALIBRATING YOUR POWRLINK ZERO PEDALS

1. WAKE UP YOUR POWER METER

   Rotate pedal around the spindle at least 360°.

2. GO TO SETTINGS MENU

   Press the (a) left Menu button to access the Settings menu and scroll to select "paired power meter"

3. CALIBRATE

   Press the bottom left button to select Calib.

   At this point, the ELEMNT Bike Computer has sent the command. It will notify you when calibration is complete.