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Gtech eSCENT Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Mountain eBike eSCENT OPERATING MANUAL...
  • Page 2 • Never ride with no hands. especially when accelerating. • Adopt a speed that reflects the terrain as well • Gtech recommend preparing appropriate as your riding ability. spares such as tyres, tubes and brake • Use designated cycle paths when not using pads etc.

  • Page 3: Battery Safety

    • Be careful while getting used to the brakes. • Gtech do not recommend that a trailer is used Practice emergency stops in a place clear of with this product. traffic until you are comfortable controlling your eBike.
  • Page 4 Thank you for choosing a Gtech eBike “I started Gtech to create sensible, easy to use products, which do a great job. Your opinion is important to us. Please take the time to write a review of the eBike on trustpilot.co.uk. We will use your feedback to improve our products and services and let other people know what it’s like to be part...
  • Page 5 What’s in the box Your eBike comes fully assembled. All you need to do is set the handlebars in the correct position. Charging Stand Pad Spacer Your eBike is like a normal bicycle, but with electric pedal assistance. This means that you can pedal it like a normal bike, or the bike can assist your pedalling.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparation Storing the Gtech tool ................7 Setting the handlebars ................7 Setting the saddle height ................8 Adjusting the saddle height ................9 Adjusting the saddle travel and angle ............10 Adjusting and setting the forks ..............12 Attaching the battery ................13 Removing the battery ................13 Attaching the front mudguard ..............14...

  • Page 7: Storing The Gtech Tool

    Attaching the front mudguards ............. 14 Attaching the rear mudguards ............15 Storing the Gtech tool You will need to use your Gtech tool for the following instructions and throughout the manual. The Gtech tool is located in the bottom of your battery and can also be stored here when the battery is attached to the bike.

  • Page 8: Setting The Saddle Height

    Preparation Setting the saddle height Sit on the saddle. The suspension should sag to Try to reach the pedal with your heel when it is in it’s resting position. the bottom position. Your knee should be more or less fully straight. Place the balls of your feet on the centre of the pedal.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Saddle Height

    Preparation Adjusting the saddle height When adjusting the height of the saddle ensure that the quick release clamp is sufficiently tightened so that there is no movement in the seat post. Pull back the quick-release lever. Adjust the saddle to the correct height for you, making sure that the minimum mark is not above the seat tube.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Saddle Travel And Angle

    The screw for adjusting the saddle is located Whilst looking up at the base of the saddle, turn beneath the saddle. the screw anti-clockwise with the Gtech tool to loosen it. Turn the black plastic screw to adjust the angle Now that the saddle is loose you can move it of the saddle.
  • Page 11 Preparation The saddle can be adjusted to your preferred Turn the screw clockwise to tighten it to your angle. preferred setting.

  • Page 12: Adjusting And Setting The Forks

    Preparation Adjusting and setting the forks You may need to adjust the Preload, which is the resistance the fork gives against your weight. You can choose to activate the Lockout feature. When Lockout is activated it will use the compression damping system to effectively stop the fork from working.

  • Page 13: Attaching The Battery

    Preparation Attaching the battery Sit the battery in the base of the battery cradle, Push the battery firmly down towards the frame. located on the down tube. Make sure that the It will click when it is in place. green power button is facing outwards, away from the down tube.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Front Mudguard

    Preparation Attaching the front mudguard The front and rear mudguards are an optional accessory, available from www.gtech.co.uk. Once attached, these steps can be reversed to remove the mudguards from the bike. Locate the front mudguard and place the end Insert the bolt through the steerer tube and into the steerer tube.

  • Page 15: Attaching The Rear Mudguard

    1. Push the nut into the bottom recess. Whilst holding the mudguard away from the 2. Feed the bolt through the tube spacer and wheel, place the gtech tool into the bolt, mudguard. and turn it clockwise to tighten the mudguard...

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Operation Charging the battery ..............17 Turning on your eBike ..............18 USB Port ..................20 Gear controls ................21 Using your gears to maximise your range ........21 Cable lock ..................22 Brake controls ................24 Ready for your first journey? Before you go out adventuring check that the following steps have been completed in accordance with the instructions in the assembly section.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery

    Operation Charging battery The LCD indicates the percentage of remaining capacity. When the LCD display reads 0, you will need to You will need to remove the battery from your recharge your battery. eBike to charge it. Plug the charger into the wall, then sit the battery on the charge base with the cable exiting from the rear.

  • Page 18: Turning On Your Ebike

    Operation Turning your eBike on Your battery has two power settings – Eco and Max. Use whichever mode that suits your ride. Eco mode will allow you to travel further by reducing the assistance. Press the green power button on your battery. The LCD screen shows how much charge is in the battery.
  • Page 19 Operation You can still check how much charge is left in To turn the battery off, press and the hold the your battery when it is not attached to the bike. green power button for two seconds. Briefly press the green power button to display the level of charge.

  • Page 20: Usb Port

    Operation USB Port There is a USB port located on the front of the battery, at the bottom. It can be used to charge devices whilst you are out and about. The USB Port is covered with a water proof Pull back the rubber seal to reveal the USB Port.

  • Page 21: Gear Controls

    The eBike is designed to enhance your ride by making it easier to climb hills and travel at speed on flat roads. Gtech recommend using all 10 gears to extend your range. It is best to be in the highest gear (small cog) when riding on the flat and the lowest gear (largest cog) when climbing.

  • Page 22: Cable Lock

    Operation Cable Lock The cable lock is an optional accessory, available from www.gtech.co.uk How to unlock Locking Knob Guide Point Rest Mechanism Cable Groove 1. Line up the guide point to 0-0-0-0. 2. Pull the locking knob out. Changing the code sequence...
  • Page 23 Securing the lock to the bike Feed the looped end of the cable lock through Continue to feed it through the spokes of the the handle of the battery. front wheel, making sure it goes behind the frame of the bike. Pull the locking knob out and place the looped Push the locking knob down to close and turn cable end into the cable groove.

  • Page 24: Brake Controls

    Operation Brake Controls The left brake lever activates The right brake lever activates your rear brakes. your front brakes. Always use both brakes together. Emergency braking When emergency braking, your weight will shift forwards, reducing the load on your rear wheel. This can cause your rear wheel to slip, which is dangerous, especially when riding downhill.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Inflating the tyres ................26 Removing the front wheel ............. 28 Removing the rear wheel .............. 29 Replacing the inner tube ............... 31 Splitting and replacing the chain ........... 34 Adjusting the rear derailleur ............37 Attaching the front wheel .............. 39 Attaching the rear wheel ...............

  • Page 26: Inflating The Tyres

    Inflating the tyres Before starting to inflate your tyres, check that the pump is in the correct mode for your tyre valve. For the Gtech eBike, it will need to be in Schrader mode. Remove the valve cap. Briefly press down on the valve to make sure the valve doesn’t stick and to remove any loose dirt.
  • Page 27 Remove pump nozzle from the valve stem. Release the thumb lock by pushing the lever back down. Replace the dust cap. The correct pressure for the tyres on the Gtech eBike is: min 30psi, max 50psi. Do not over or under inflate the tyres.

  • Page 28: Removing The Front Wheel

    Maintenance Removing the front wheel Place the bike upside down on a flat surface, Loosen the adjustment nut by turning resting on the saddle and the handlebars. it anti-clockwise approximately 5 full rotations. You may need to put something down on the surface to stop your handle bars from getting scratched.

  • Page 29: Removing The Rear Wheel

    Maintenance Removing the rear wheel Adjust the saddle so that it is at its lowest Locate the hub connector cable on the left hand position. Turn the bike upside down and place side of the frame (the same side as the chain). on a soft surface.
  • Page 30 Maintenance Pull back the derailleur towards you. Whilst still holding back the derailleur, pull the wheel up to remove. You may have to move the chain out of the way.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Inner Tube

    These can be purchased from good bike shops. If changing the tyre at the same time, you will need a 27.5 x 2.35 tyre. Remove the wheel from your bike and then Push the Gtech tool into the tyre valve to remove the dust cap from the tyre valve. let out the air.
  • Page 32 Maintenance Run the tyre lever all the way around the tyre. 1. Push the inner tube valve in, towards the tyre. Then unscrew the retaining ring. 2. Remove the inner tube from between the outer tyre and rim. To replace... Check that the item which punctured the tyre is Partially inflate the new inner tube.
  • Page 33 Squeeze the tyre into the rim on both sides to prevent pinching. The correct pressure for the tyres on the Gtech eBike is: min 30psi, max 50psi. Do not over or under inflate the tyres.

  • Page 34: Splitting And Replacing The Chain

    Maintenance Splitting and replacing the chain In the unlikely event of the chain becoming damaged or heavily worn and in need of replacement. You may need to use a pair of MLP 1.2 Master Link Pliers: Make sure you read the safety instructions for the chain under Important Safeguards (see pages 2-3) before you start to replace or clean the chain.
  • Page 35 Maintenance Feed the new chain through the derailleur. Pull the two ends together, making sure the one end goes through the frame of the bike. Re-link the master link together. Pull the derailleur forward and feed the chain onto the front crank.
  • Page 36 Maintenance The new chain should now be attached to the To make sure that the master link is connected bike. properly, you will need to rotate the pedal forwards and then pull the rear brake. You should hear a subtle click of the chain reconnecting.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Rear Derailleur

    Maintenance Adjusting the rear derailleur If you can’t shift onto the high or low gear or the chain comes off on either side, then you will need to adjust the derailleur. The high limit screw – Marked with a ‘H’, sets the limit for the higher gears and prevents the chain from falling off the smallest sprocket.
  • Page 38 Maintenance If the chain is indexing (not shifting between the gears properly), then you will need to adjust the barrel adjuster. With the bike upside down, adjust the barrel Rotate the pedals and press the rear gears to adjuster by undoing it with a quarter turn at a check whether they change smoothly.

  • Page 39: Attaching The Front Wheel

    Maintenance Attaching the front wheel Place the frame upside down on a flat surface, resting on the saddle and the handlebars. You may need to put something down on the surface to stop your bike frame from getting scratched. Position the quick-release axle into the front Tighten the adjustment nut by turning dropout.

  • Page 40: Attaching The Rear Wheel

    Maintenance Attaching the rear wheel Place the frame upside down on a flat surface, resting on the saddle and the handlebars. You may need to put something down on the surface to stop your bike frame from getting scratched. Place the frame upside down on a soft, flat Lift the chain and pull back the derailleur and surface, resting on the saddle and the handlebars.
  • Page 41 Maintenance Reconnect the hub connector cable. Using the tool redo the cable guide which holds the hub connector cable in place.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Brake Pads

    Maintenance Replacing the brake pads If the brakes are making a grinding or rubbing noise they could possibly have become worn, or have grit or dirt in them and will need to be cleaned or replaced. Place the frame upside down on a flat surface, Straighten the pin with a pair of pliers.
  • Page 43 Maintenance Ensure genuine Shimano pads are used: G01S (Resin) replacement pads for front and rear. 180mm (sm-RT66) for Rear and 180mm (sm-RT64) for Front. Combine the new or cleaned spring and brake Check to see whether the braking surface of the pads as pictured above.

  • Page 44: Aligning The Brakes

    Maintenance Aligning the brakes These instructions apply to both your front and rear brakes. If the brakes are making a grinding or rubbing noise they could possibly have grit or dirt in them and will need to be cleaned. Place the frame upside down on a flat surface, Hold the brake lever and re tighten the caliper resting on the saddle and the handlebars.

  • Page 46: Technical Specification

    Technical Specification eBike parts Saddle Seat Post Saddle Quick- release Rear Sprockets Rear Dropout Motor Derailleur Chain Pedal Sprocket Crank Pedal...
  • Page 47 Technical Specification Handlebar Stem Handlebars Battery Head Tube Front Forks Front Wheel Quick - release Front Dropout Battery Cradle Caliper...

  • Page 48: Tightening Torques

    Technical Specification EBIKE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION EB05 eBike model Battery model 126A0001 Battery 36V 5.6Ah Li-Ion Charging period 3 Hours Battery charger output 2.0A 1.0A USB output Weight 19Kg Frame 17.5” Aluminium 36V 250W Rear Hub Motor Modes Drive train 10 Speed, 11-36 teeth cassette Brakes 180mm Hydraulic Disc Wheels...

  • Page 50: Warranty

    Warranty – Terms and Conditions Your 2-year warranty will be automatically registered for you. If your Gtech eBike has a fault, don’t worry, we’re here to help. Go to www.gtech.co.uk or call 01905 345 891 for assistance. WHAT ISN’T COVERED...
  • Page 52 Grey Technology Limited Brindley Road, Warndon, Worcester WR4 9FD email: support@gtech.co.uk telephone: 01905 345891 www.gtech.co.uk CPN597...

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