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DATATAG ETCH NUMBER:- IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL FULLY BEFORE USE For your safety and to ensure a long and trouble free life of your Oxygen bicycle, check the operation of brakes, lights, bell and gears, and check tyre pressures are correct.
Thank you for purchasing an OXYGEN Electric Bicycle With care and correct usage your bicycle will give many years of service. Important PLEASE CHARGE THE BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USING THE BICYCLE Even though the battery indicator will show charge this cannot be relied upon until the battery has had the initial full charge.
OPTIONAL HALF- GRIP THROTTLE PARTS IDENTIFICATION We continually strive to ensure that we provide you with the best possible products, therefore SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE LCD (Display) Battery Serial Number Gear Selector (3 front) Suspension Adjuster Rear Brake Lever Seat Height Adjuster Front Brake Lever Bicycle Serial Number...
BATTERY CARE & CHARGING Your Oxygen Electric Bike uses a Lithium battery for it's power and the following points will directly affect battery life and performance. Storage Batteries do not like to be stored in very hot or very cold conditions or to be subject to conditions of high moisture.
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Using the Charger Two types of battery charger are used for the MTB-X. (Only one will be supplied). Both have a charge light which will display RED when charging and change to GREEN when the battery is charged. The alternative type charger also has a second light which shows RED when mains power is applied.
Usage Your OXYGEN Electric Bicycle can be used as a normal pedal cycle by simply not switching on the battery. (or using in Zero Assist - see below) Display Information Areas FUNCTION CYCLE ASSIST TYPE COMPUTER LEVEL Buttons POWER DOWN...
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ELECTRIC BICYCLE FUNCTIONS Switching On To use under electric power, switch on at the switch on the side of the battery, which will show blue when GLOWS BLUE WHEN ON then press the POWER button on the handlebar LCD display for 2 seconds.
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Battery Meter The LCD shows the charge remaining in the battery in the lower right of the display. The indicators will gradually go out as the battery power is used up. Refer to the table below for details. BATTERY METER DISPLAYS THE CHARGE REMAINING IN THE BATTERY SYMBOL CHARGE FLASHING...
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Speed Display The top right large digits will normally display the current speed of the bicycle. For the UK market this is set to show miles per hour (MPH). The display is accurate to about 10% when the wheel size is correctly calibrated and the tyre inflated as per the manufacturers recommendations.
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Pedal Assistance There are 5 levels of pedal assistance available from the motor. Using the UP and DOWN buttons you can select from Level 2 (ECO), to Level 6 (BOOST). The motor will then be activated upon pedalling. There is a rotation sensor located near the crank which senses when the pedals are being used.
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No Assistance - Normal Pedal Bicycle If the assistance level is set to ZERO, then the motor will not be turned on. Your Oxygen MTB-X will now act and feel like a normal bicycle. This is useful when you are feeling fit at the start of a journey or using your bike for exercise purposes.
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It is not designed for prolonged use or whilst riding. THEN HOLD BS EN15194 Compliance The Oxygen MTB-X is compliant with BS EN15194. For the British market, the addition of a throttle control has rendered this not compliant in some countries. ●...
Programmable Functions As delivered the MTB-X is set up to use straight away in the most popular configuration, but there are a number of functions which can be tailored to suit the individual rider. These are user set as per the following sections.
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Resetting the Trip To reset the TRIP Distance and Trip Time at the start of a journey, simply press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously, and hold for 2 seconds. Average Speed and Maximum Speed reset automatically on power down. TOGETHER The display will TO CONFIRM RESET...
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Backlight Contrast The backlight of the display can be set to one of three values. level 3 is the brightest, level 2 medium and level 1 is the lowest setting. Adjust to suit for night time riding. To change the level use the UP and DOWN buttons.
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If you change the tyres then it may be necessary to change this value. The 27.5 x 2.10" tyres fitted to the MTB-X as supplied require a setting of 26 in Replacement tyres may require a setting of 700c or 28 in for best accuracy.
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Maximum Speed The maximum speed of the bike when under power can be set lower than that supplied. The readings are in km/h and can be set in the range as below. This is useful if you want to limit the assistance power for novice or cautious riders.
CYCLE COMPUTER The MTB-X has useful Cycle Computer functions built in. There is a built in sensor and pickup located in the rear hub which activates the speed and distance readings. Initial Display (SPEED) When first turned on the display shows the Speed (in MPH) in the top right.
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Average Speed since Current Speed in MPH last reset Maximum Speed since Trip Time since last reset last reset Trip Distance in Miles Total Distance in Miles (Cannot be reset)
STANDARD BICYCLE FUNCTIONS Gears The MTB-X is provided with 24 speed Shimano Altus gears. To change gear you use the right and left handlebar mounted Quick Shift selectors. SQUEEZE to The left side controls the three chainwheel change UP gears and the right side controls the eight rear wheel cassette gears.
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Braking To stop, release the throttle and pull the brake levers. The MTB-X is fitted with disk brakes. BELL Bell lever A bell is incorporated into the left hand (rear) brake lever. It is designed to be operated with the left index finger.
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Quick Release fittings for Seat Height Adjustment With the locking lever in the loose position, tighten the nut until finger tight. The final tightening is done by moving the lever to the locked position. To undo move the lever to the loose position to enable height adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTING Diagnostic Error Messages The display can also show diagnostic information in the event of a malfunction. If an error occurs the display will show a code as in the example shown. Make a note of the error number and turn off the bicycle power at both the LCD and the battery switch.
How it Works Datatag UV “Stealth” PRO Cycle System including Datadots ® The Datatag UV “Stealth” PRO Cycle System is ideal for Oxygen Electric Bicycles and is a Police Preferred Crime Prevention Product. The system protects your bicycle frame, forks and battery, plus the Datadots®...
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Number, found on the label attached to your frame, and the Datatag Stealth Etch Code marked on the frame, forks and battery. (Only visible in UV light). You also need the bike Serial Number. This is a separate registration system to our Oxygen Bike Warranty Registration.
Beyond this manual, it is good to consult your Oxygen dealer for advice if you are at all unsure about any of the procedures described. Normal maintenance is not covered under the warranty and this service may be chargeable.
(or YEARLY if sooner) ● Hub motor and general inspection We recommend you arrange to have a thorough inspection of your bicycle by an Oxygen dealer. This includes opening up the hub motor to inspect and lubricate the gears. Tyre Pressures The tyres should be pumped up to within the range stated on the sidewall.
SPECIAL BATTERY FEATURES Battery Meter The battery has a useful meter located on the right side. This is handy when the battery is not fitted to the bicycle as it gives an indication of resting charge level. To operate the meter, press and hold the power check button and the LEDs will light to show an approximation of the remaining charge in the battery.
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Your Local Authority should have the necessary facilities in place. If you prefer you may take your original battery to Oxygen for recycling. Never dispose of batteries in a fire or subject to puncture or crushing.
Warranty. The guarantee starts on the date of purchase. ● Warranty is non transferable and applies only to the original owner. The Frame of your new Oxygen MTB-X is guaranteed for 3 years ● from date of purchase.
Extended Battery Warranty Terms & Conditions A free upgrade to a 2 year battery warranty is offered for purchasers registering their Oxygen MTB-X. This is in addition to the standard warranty listed in the manual. This offer is only valid if the Warranty Registration is completed and returned to OXYGEN within 28 days of purchase.
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