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USER MANUAL AS ORIGINAL USER MANUAL DIN EN 15194 / DIN EN 82079-1 E-BIKE ( PEDELEC/EPAC ) Sales: Hermann Hartje KG Tel. +49 (0) 4251 - 811-500 info@hartje.de www.hartje.de...
Table of contents E-bike components Notes E-bike In an emergency Differences between a bicycle and an e-bike Safety Functionality General notes and information Range Be absolutely sure to read the warning notes Cycling with an empty rechargeable battery Labelling of warning notes Drive overheat protection Safety notes Rechargeable battery...
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Table of contents Before each ride Troubleshooting Before your first ride Technical data Your first ride Declaration of conformity Testing instruction Credits Start-up Preparations Rechargeable battery Charger Operation Rechargeable battery Removing the rechargeable battery Inserting the rechargeable battery Charging indicator Checking the charge level of the rechargeable battery Charging the rechargeable battery E-bike...
In an emergency You can find notes on handling the rechargeable battery in 2. For short-term temporary storage, select an outdoor loca- this user manual. Despite compliance with all safety measures, tion and, if possible, place the rechargeable battery in the rechargeable battery poses a risk, e.g.
Safety » General notes and information Be absolutely sure to read the warning There are safety notes in the following categories: notes WARNING Read all warnings and notes in this user manual with care before you operate the e-bike for the first time. The signal word “Warning”...
Safety notes » WARNING WARNING Risks for children and persons with impaired phys- Risk of accident and injury! ical, sensory or mental capacities or lack of experi- Improperly performed repairs may cause accidents. ence and knowledge, e.g. children or persons with •...
Safety notes » Rechargeable battery WARNING CAUTION Risk of fire and explosion! Risk of injury! Internal damages to the rechargeable battery may cause Lithium could be leaked if the rechargeable battery is the rechargeable battery to overheat, emit gases or damaged.
Safety notes » Rechargeable battery/Charger • If you are not absolutely sure how to handle lithium • Do not use the rechargeable battery if you notice any ion rechargeable batteries, have a qualified specialist unusual warmth, odour or discolouration and/or if the explain how to do so.
Safety notes » Residual risks Charger | Residual risks WARNING Using the e-bike is associated with the following unforeseeable Continuation residual risks despite compliance with all safety notes: • While charging, always place the charger on non-flam- Risk of injury mable materials (e.g.
Fundamental information » Symbols and terms Symbols on the products Labelling for products that may only be used indoors. The following symbols are located on the packaging, the rechargeable battery or the charger. Label for electrical devices that you must not dis- The 230 V ~/50 Hz mains connection corresponds pose of with household or other garbage.
Fundamental information » Symbols and terms Symbols in this manual Terms Terms with “nominal”: Nominal output, nominal capacitance Steps to be performed in a particular order etc. are values stipulated according to the design. The actual begin with a number. values may vary from the nominal values depending on oper- •...
Fundamental information » Symbols and terms Written labels - Image captions and references in the text are rendered in italics. - Emphasis of passages in the text are underlined. Units Unit Meaning Unit for per second Revolutions Amperes Electric current (=W/V) Ampere hour Electric charge (=Wh/V) Gram...
Notes » E-bike Differences between a bicycle and an e-bike Functionality The additional components of the electric drive constitute the The drive only provides assistance when you pedal. The inten- major differences between a conventional bike and an e-bike. sity of assistance is automatically adjusted depending on the selected riding mode, the pressure applied when pedalling, - The e-bike’s weight is considerably greater and its weight the load and the speed.
Notes » E-bike Drive overheat protection The energy consumption will increase with high loads. • Do not transport any unnecessary loads. Lack of care and maintenance may reduce the range. CAUTION • Handle the e-bike with care and observe all notes regarding Risk of injury! the rechargeable battery in this user manual.
Notes » Rechargeable battery Your e-bike is equipped with a high-quality lithium-ion recharge- • Keep in mind that the output of the rechargeable battery able battery (Li-ion rechargeable battery). Li-ion rechargeable may begin to decline after 500 complete charging processes batteries are safe if used properly.
Notes » Rechargeable battery Transporting or shipping the rechargeable • For storage, take the rechargeable battery out of the holder and place it in a safe location. battery • Store the rechargeable battery so that there is no risk of it Lithium ion rechargeable batteries are subject to the require- falling down and so that it is not accessible for children and ments of dangerous goods legislation.
Notes » Charger CAUTION LED on the charger Charge status Red – continuous light Charging process 0 – 95 % (CC Risk of injury! charge) Temperatures of over 40 °C can cause injury to the skin. Yellow – continuous Charging process 95 – 100 % (CV •...
Nenndauerleistung 250W bis 25km/h zulässiges Gesamtgewicht 130 Kg The drive unit, rechargeable battery and charger are configured Hermann Hartje KG Deichstraße 120-122 for use with one another and are approved only for use with 27318 Hoya/Weser . Germany . www.e-rad.de your e-bike.
Notes » Transport With e-bikes, the forces from braking and lateral forces that act on the bike rack are stronger than with conventional bicycles. WARNING • Check whether your bike rack is suitable for e-bikes. • Ask your specialist bicycle dealer about suitable bike racks Risk of short-circuiting and fire! for your e-bike.
Notes » Disposal E-bike • Read the explanation of the symbols printed or stamped on • Dispose of the e-bike at your specialist bicycle dealer or the packaging, the rechargeable battery and the charger a collection station. (see chapter “Fundamental information » Symbols and terms”).
Notes » Before each ride 3. Carefully apply the brakes and get used to the brake effectiveness (see chapter “Notes » Brake” and “Operation • Check your e-bike according to the chapter “Check list” in » Brake”). this user manual and in the user manual for your bicycle. 4.
Start-up » Preparations Charger 1. Read the entire user manual before you use the e-bike. 2. Prepare the rechargeable battery and the charger for the 1. Read the information on the nameplate of the charger. start-up of your e-bike. • If the information does not correspond to the voltage sup- ply, do not use the charger.
Operation » Rechargeable battery Removing the rechargeable battery NOTICE Risk of damage! The electronic system could be damaged. • Always switch off the e-bike before you take the rechargeable battery out of the holder. Figure B-1: Unlocking the lock (left) and removing the 1.
Operation » Rechargeable battery Checking the charge level of the CAUTION rechargeable battery Risk of damages resulting in fire! Rechargeable battery removed The lock could open. The rechargeable battery could fall 1. Push the button on the rechargeable battery out of the holder and be damaged. (see figure B-2).
Operation » Rechargeable battery Charging the rechargeable battery The rechargeable battery is charged with the rechargeable battery inserted on the e-bike with the rechargeable battery removed. WARNING • Only charge the rechargeable battery in dry rooms. • If you are able to park your e-bike under shelter, charge the Risk of fire and injury! inserted rechargeable battery, e.g.
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Operation » Rechargeable battery 4. Insert the charging plug in the charging slot. Once the charging process is complete, the LED on the charger will turn green. The charging process will start. The LED on the charger illuminates in red. If the charge already amounts to over 6.
Operation » E-bike NOTICE: After 5 minutes of inactivity, the e-bike will automat- CAUTION ically switch off. Risk of injury! The e-bike may respond in a manner other than you Rechargeable expect if operated incorrectly. battery indicator • Read the chapter “Operation” completely before you switch it on for the first time.
Operation » E-bike Deactivating the e-bike • Read the charge level on the rechargeable battery indicator (see figure B-5). • To switch off the e-bike, push and hold the button on the control unit for 3 seconds (see figure B-4). 1 LED is illuminated: Charge level of 1 to...
Operation » E-bike Lighting • To use the walk assistance with 3 km/h, set the level of assistance to a value between 1 and 3 Your e-bike is equipped with rechargeable battery-powered (see chapter “Setting the level of assistance”). lighting. •...
Care Regular care will ensure that your e-bike stays safe and reliable. WARNING • Wipe the e-bike components clean with a damp cloth (see chapter “E-bike components”). Risk of electric shock and short circuit! • Use a mild cleaner. When performing care, maintenance and repairs, there •...
Troubleshooting Depending on the type of error, the drive will be automatically WARNING deactivated if necessary. You can continue to cycle without the assistance of the drive. Risk of electric shock! Check the e-bike before the next rides. When working with an inserted rechargeable battery or •...
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Troubleshooting Fault Cause Measure None of the LEDs lights up - Rechargeable battery 1) Switch the e-bike off. during activation. inserted incorrectly 2) Remove the rechargeable battery and check it with the - Fuse defective button - Cable/contact error 3) If necessary, replace the fuse. - Rechargeable battery 4) If the rechargeable battery is charged, insert it and start the defective...
Technical data Rechargeable battery Drive Nominal voltage: 37 V Nominal output: 250 W Nominal capacitance: 10.4 Ah Nominal voltage: 37 V Energy: 385 Wh Operating temperature: –10 °C to +40 °C Operating temperature: –10 °C to +60 °C Storage temperature: –20 °C to +50 °C Storage temperature: 0 °C to +40 °C...
Credits Responsible for sales and marketing The user manual is a supplemental user manual for your bicycle Hermann Hartje KG and covers the requirements and the domain of validity of the Deichstraße 120 - 122 DIN EN 15194 and DIN EN 82079-1 standards.
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