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  • Page 1 1100 EPTILA NSTRUCTIONS LIMPIA ICYCLE – GEPIDA ANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Table of contents 1. Bicycle manual 4.14 Conditions that can influence travel distance 4.1 How to handle the battery pack 4.15 Gepida Security System 4.2 About the battery 4.16 Operation of the lamps 4.3 Battery characteristics 4.17 Special issues regarding the pedelec...
  • Page 3: How To Handle The Battery Pack

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual How to handle the battery pack 1. Grab the battery pack in the position shown on the picture. You just have to see the „GEPIDA” sign on it. 2. Push the battery pack firmly into the console, until you hear it clicking.
  • Page 4: About The Battery

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual About the battery 1. Do not touch the contacts of the battery with any objects as it might cause a short circuit 2. Do not spray water on the battery or immerse the the battery in water 3.
  • Page 5: Battery Characteristics

    Battery characteristics This Gepida battery is a large-capacity, high performance lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery that outputs large current. More compact and lightweight than the conventional nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd) and nickel-metal hydride (Ni-Mh) batteries as well as it can keep a large amount of electricity.
  • Page 6 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Battery characteristics Avoid charging the battery at high temperatures, such as exposed to direct sunlight or near hot stove, or immediately after operating the battery. These conditions can shorten the battery life or travel distance. If the temperature of the battery increases significantly as a result of direct heating, it might become unusable.
  • Page 7 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Battery characteristics After 350 to 450 charging cycles the capacity of the battery decreases to approximately the half of the new battery. This average is calculated on the basis of a usage at general road conditions, and an annual 200 charging cycles at 25 °C.
  • Page 8: Before Charging

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Before charging the battery Do not use the power cord if it is damaged. Keep the charger away from pets and the reach of children in order to avoid injuries. Never use the charger to charge other electrical appliances.
  • Page 9 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Before charging the battery Place the charger on a flat and stable surface. Avoid dropping the charger. Do not place any objects on or cover the charger during charging. Do not step on the charger.
  • Page 10 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Charging The optimum temperature for charging the battery is between 15 °C -25 °C. The internal temperature of the battery can be higher immediately after a ride or if the battery is exposed to direct sunlight. This can result in the internal temperature of the battery exceeding the specified starting charging temperature, which prevents it from being charged.
  • Page 11 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Charging There are two ways of charging: 1. Connecting the charger to the battery directly. 2. Leaving the battery in the console of the pedelec, and charging it via the carrier console. The remaining capacity of the battery pack can be checked any time by pressing the button on the left side (as shown in the picture).
  • Page 12 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Specifications of Gepida Battery Item Specification Pack Nominal Capacity 6000 mAh Nominal Charging Voltage 42 V Nominal Output Potential 36.5 V Charging Current 1400 mAh Charging Time 4.5 hours Operating Current Range max. 10 A Weight 1.98 kg...
  • Page 13 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Specifications of Gepida Battery Pack Temperature Dependence of Discharge Capacity Discharge -10 °C 0 °C 25 °C 45 °C Temperature Relative Capacity 50 % 70 % 100 % 100 % Temperature Dependence of Charge Capacity Charge 0 °C...
  • Page 14 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Specifications of Accessories 3 Phase Motor Nominal Input Potencial: 36 V Maximum Input Power: 250 W Weight: 2.86 kg Energy Bus connector Support Nominal 36 V DC and High Speed Can-Bus interface High Speed Can-Bus interface (125 kBits/s) TJA 1040 (max.: 1 Mbit/s)
  • Page 15 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Features of the Control Unit 1. To turn the control unit on, press the lower-right button and hold it for one second. 2. If the bicycle icon is flashing, that means the battery pack is not fitted properly.
  • Page 16 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Features of the Control Unit 1. To reach the secondary functions of the Control Unit, press the middle button and hold it for 1 second. 2. Now, by pressing the left arrow button, you can switch between the following data (holding it for 1.5 sec to reset):...
  • Page 17: Gepida Automatic Reduction System

    There are 10 different assist levels for you to be able to use the pedelec always at your convenience. If the battery charge status is less than 35% the Gepida Automatic Reduction System lowers the assistance ratio down to the optimum level ensuring maximum range with assistance.
  • Page 18: Gpds System

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual GPDS system The assistance is switched on by the speed sensor soon after you start pedaling the bicycle. So when the pedelec starts moving, you will instantly experience the assistance. The reason why the assistance does not start immediately when pressing the pedal is to avoid accident for instance in case you just put your foot back on the pedal at the traffic light.
  • Page 19 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 20: Range At Different Assist Levels

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Range at different assist levels Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 21: Winter Usage

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual See next chapter : Winter Usage Winter usage The nature of the Li-ion batteries changes when used and stored at low temperatures. In such a case the capacity of the battery diminishes compared to its nominal capacity (at the optimal temperature 15-20°C).
  • Page 22: Conditions That Can Influence Travel Distance

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Conditions that can influence travel distance Frequent stop-and-go Heavy loads Steep uphills Poor road conditions Strong headwins Low tire inflation pressure Low ambient temperature Low battery performance Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 23: Gepida Security System

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Gepida Security System The GPDS Software contains all specialized security tools that are necessary for a safe ride. The electric engine switches off at 25 km/h and the assistance stops as at the same speed as well.
  • Page 24 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual GPDS Assist System Description The Gepida electric bicycle uses the following levels of assistance: Zero Assist Level: At this stage there is no electric power assistance, but all other functions are available on display (lights, speed, etc).
  • Page 25: Operation Of The Lamps

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Operation of the lamps There are two operation modes of the lights: 1. Normal operation: When this is on, the lights are continuously on. 2. Automatic mode: When this is on, the switching of the lights is controlled by the built-in sensor.
  • Page 26: Special Issues Regarding The Pedelec

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Special issues regarding the pedelec Basically a pedal assisted bicycle (Pedelec) can almost be used as a regular bike. However, there are a few things that you should keep in mind, if you have a pedelec: Keep your battery pack(s) charged if possible, to have the advantage of the assistance.
  • Page 27: Things To Do Before Starting

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Things to do before starting Check the charge level of the battery pack(s) and choose your route accordingly. Ensure the connections of the battery pack and the consol are clean and dry! Put the battery pack into the consol, then check if it is fastened (mind the holders of the carrier).
  • Page 28 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual How to start to ride the Pedelec 1. After raising the stand, mount the saddle, and place one foot on the pedal in order to prepare for the start-off. Before start, check the traffic around you and slowly press on the pedal. The assist system will start off immediately when the speed sensor captures the motion of the pedelec.
  • Page 29: Cleaning

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Cleaning Do not expose the Pedelec to direct water pressure such as by washing it with a steam cleaner or high pressure water hose. Never apply wax to rubber parts such as tires and brake shoes. This can impair the effectiveness of the brakes.
  • Page 30: Appendix

    Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Appendix A: Troubleshooting Symptom Advice The Control Unit would not turn on (After pressing and holding Check if there is a battery pack in the bicycle if so, make sure down the lower-right button).
  • Page 31 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Symptom Advice The assist power becomes insufficient in a high-temperature If the battery temperature becomes high, a safety function is environment during summer. activated to prevent the battery from deteriorating. The assist power becomes insufficient when riding on steep uphill...
  • Page 32 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Symptom Explanation, advices Lights do not operate in on\auto mode, plus the red Lamp Indicator The cable connectors by the front or rear light may have icon appears. become loose. If it has, reconnect the loose cable.
  • Page 33 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Symptom Advice No assist power experienced, plus the red sensor indicator icon Reset the sensor. (Check Appendix B) appears. The torque sensor might have gone wrong or needs recalibration. The assist power seems unusual or wobbly, plus the red sensor Reset the sensor.
  • Page 34 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Symptom Advice Reduced capacity of the battery. Decreasing range. The battery pack has exceeded its guaranteed life period. The capacity will be lower than 70%. The battery pack is unchargable and the cell mismatch value is Temporary short-circuit may have occurred in the cell(s).
  • Page 35 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Appendix B: Control Unit function chart Assist bar: 1-7 blocks: Normal usage for city biking (larger range) 8-10 blocks: Heavy usage for uphill riding (smaller range) Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 36 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Primary functions of the display Press for 1 sec to turn the display on Current functions: Remaining range Speed Bike icon Assit bar Parameters Watch/Stop watch Assist bars Press for 1 sec to turn off the display Change assist level by pressing: Olimpia Bicycle Ltd.
  • Page 37 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 38 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Secondary functions of the display (secondary functions are accessible from primary functions screen) Press for 1 sec to access secondary functions Stop watch Press to start/stop stop-watch To reset stop-watch press it for more than 1.5 sec.
  • Page 39 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Settings (3rd level functions) of the display Press for 10 sec to access 3rd function Press to decrease press to increase the value. hour (hh) min (mm) Set time: Press to set time value...
  • Page 40 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Settings (3rd level) functions of the display Display backlight: Press to decrease and press increase the value. Press to set mileage unit. Set unit: km - mile Press to set km/mile units Press back to Primary functions...
  • Page 41 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Service Function A The Service Function is accessible from Primary Functions screen Press and hold together for more than 2 seconds. Sensor-setting During the sensor-setting the sensor indicator is flashing 3 times. After a successful sensor-setting the indicator light turns off, however if the error persists, the light remains on.
  • Page 42 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Service function B The Service Function is accessible from Primary Functions screen Press and hold together for more than 5 sec. LCD test To turn all display segments on press To quit to Primary Functions press After 10 seconds the Service Function automatically switch to Primary Functions screen.
  • Page 43 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Indicator LED’s The Indicator leds can indicate the below malfunctions. Malfunctions Sensor Failure Battery Left Failure Battery Right Failure Charging Failure Light Failure Motor Controller Failure Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 44 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Charging The Charging mode on the screen. Battery Charge bars until the battery is fully charged. Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 45 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Appendix C: Removing the front wheel 1. Prepare the bike for the wheel removal. 2. Set the brake cable free. 3. Take the motor connector box off, by removing the (3mm Torx) screws. Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 46 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual 4. Disassemble the connectors by pressing the connector clips. 5. Loosen the wheel screws on the connector side. 6. Pull the connector holder plate gently off. Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 47 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual 7. Loose the wheel screw on the other side and the wheel can be removed in the usual way. 8. Take care for the positioning of anti-turn backstay when putting the wheel back. Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 48 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual 9. Mind the position and direction of the connector holder plate when putting it back. 10. Re-install the brake cable. Warning! Leaving the brake cable uninstalled, may lead to serious accidents and/or injuries! Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 49 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Company contact information Factory and office: OLIMPIA BICYCLE Ltd. H-1164 Budapest Ostorhegy str. 4. Hungary Phone: +36\1\400-6065 Fax: +36\1\402-0084 E-mail: office@gepida.hu Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...
  • Page 50 Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual Web: www.gepida.hu Olimpia Bicycle Ltd. – www.gepida.eu...

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