
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING YOUR E-BIKE
CONTINUED
BEFORE EVERY RIDE
• Perform the mechanical safety check
AFTER EVERY LONG OR HARD RIDE, IF THE
E-BIKE IS EXPOSED TO WATER OR GRIT OR
AT LEAST EVERY 100 MILES
• Clean the E-Bike.
• Lightly oil the chain, freewheel cogs and rear derailleur pulley bushings. Wipe off
excess oil. Lubrication is a function of climate. Talk to your dealer about the
best lubricants and the recommended lubrication frequency for your area.
AFTER EVERY LONG OR HARD RIDE
OR EVERY 10 TO 20 HRS OF RIDING
• Squeeze the front brake and rock the E-Bike forward and back. Does everything feel
solid? If you feel a clunk with each forward or backward movement of the E-Bike, you
probably have a loose headset. Take your E-bike to your Dealer for inspection.
• Lift the front wheel off the ground and swing it from the side. Does it feel smooth? If
you feel any binding or roughness in the steering, you may have a tight headset.
Take your E-bike to your Dealer for inspection.
• Make sure all bolts, nuts and mounting hardware are tight.
WARNING
LIKE ANY MECHANICAL DEVICE, AN E-BIKE AND ITS COMPONENTS ARE
SUBJECT TO WEAR AND STRESS. DIFFERENT MATERIALS AND MECHANISMS
WEAR AT DIFFERENT RATES AND HAVE DIFFERENT LIFE CYCLES. ONCE A PART
IS NO LONGER WORKING OR DAMAGED, IT CAN SUDDENLY AND
CATASTROPHICALLY FAIL, CAUSING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
SCRATCHES, CRACKS, FRAYING AND DISCOLORATION ARE SIGNS OF
STRESS-CAUSED WEAR AND INDICATE THAT A PART REQUIRES REPLACING.
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BATTERY STORAGE
STORING YOUR BATTERY FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD
• Charge your battery every 30 days to avoid capacity loss. Batteries will slowly
self-discharge when left unused for an extended period. Your battery lifespan and
capacity will be permanently reduced if you allow the battery cells to reach a critically
low voltage.
• Always disconnect your charger from the wall outlet and battery before storing
the battery.
• Avoid storing your batteries in extreme temperatures, whether hot or cold.
• Batteries should be kept in a cool, dry place. Do not allow batteries to accumulate
condensation; this could cause shorting or corrosion.
• The recommended storage temperature for both SLA and Li-ion batteries is
between 32-77ºF (0-25ºC).
• Avoid exposing the battery to extreme heat (104ºF or higher) for long periods.
Q: Is it normal that the batteries get warm when recharging?
A: Yes, the batteries will become warm to the touch during the recharging process due
to increased internal resistance and less energy conversion efficiency from electric
energy to chemical energy.
Q: How long will my batteries last before needing replacement?
A: Average battery life depends on use and conditions. Even with proper care,
rechargeable batteries do not last forever. Conservatively, an SLA battery will come to
the end of its useful after~350full discharge charge cycles. In contrast, LI-ION batteries
will last more than 800cycles. A partial charge/discharge counts fractionally against those
numbers; running the battery down halfway then recharging it completely uses up one
half of a charge cycle. “End of useful life” refers to the point at which a battery can no
longer supply 60% of its original rated capacity in ampere-hours. After this point, the
aging process will accelerate; the battery needs replacing.
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
You can perform some service and maintenance and require no special tools or
knowledge beyond what is written in this manual. All other service maintenance
and repair should be performed in a properly equipped facility by a qualified E-Bike
mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by the manufacturer.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Your E-Bike will last longer and work better if you break it in before riding it hard.
Control cables and wheel spokes may stretch or sear when a new E-Bike is first used
and may require readjustment by your dealer. Your mechanical safety check will help
you identify some things that need readjustment. Even if everything seems fine, it is
best to take your E-Bike back to the dealer for a checkup. Dealers typically suggest you
bring the E-Bike in 30 days after purchase for a checkup. Another way to judge when it’s
time for the first checkup is to service the E-Bike after 10 to 15 hours of use. If you think
something is wrong with the E-Bike, take it to your dealer before riding it again.
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