Dawes Cycles ARC Owner's Manual page 15

Check the battery Pack before using for the first time
• The battery pack is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery pack capacity, completely charge the battery
pack for 7 hours before using for the first time.
Battery Care
Even with proper care,rechargeable batteries do not last forever. Every time the battery is discharged and subsequently
recharged, Its relative capacity decreases by a small percentage. You can maximize the life of your battery by following
the instructions in this guide. Batteries should be fully charged immediately when they are fully depleted for the full
recommended charge times.
Li-ION recommended charge time: 3-5 hours
• For a complete,100% charge, leave the battery on the charger for one full hour after the charger indicator light turns
green.
• Never charge batteries for longer than 8 hours as damage will occur.
• Li-ion batteries do not have a "memory". Partial discharge/charge cycles will not harm the batteries' capacity or
performance.
• The rated output capacity of a battery is measured at 77"F (25"C). Any variation in this temperature will alter the
performance of the battery, and shorten its expected life. High temperatures especially reduce overall battery life and
run time.
• Always be sure to turn the bike power switch to "OFF" after each use. If you leave the power switch in the "ON"
position, or your product has not been charged for a long period of time, the battery may reach a stage at which it will
no longer hold a charge
Getting Started: Battery Charging
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