ATOM USER MANUAL INTRODUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION OVERVIEW OF THE PEDAL-ASSIST BIKE PEDAL ASSISTANCE SYSTEM OPERATION Components of the Pedal Assistance System The Pedal Assistance System Assistance Modes of the Pedal Assistance System Range of the Pedal Assistance System Starting Pedalling DISPLAY PANEL Overview of the Display Panel Display Panel Operation...
This manual is designed to help you with the functions and maintenance of your BH ATOM X pedal-assist bicycle. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE WARNINGS INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
ATOM USER MANUAL 1. SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 RIDING • Do not pedal or move the bicycle while the battery charger is connected. If you do, it may cause the power cable to become entangled in the pedals, which may damage the battery charger, the power cable and/or the charging port.
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USER MANUAL ATOM 1.3 BATTERY • Keep the battery and battery charger out of the reach of children. • Do not touch the battery or battery charger during charging. As the battery pack and battery charger reach temperatures of 40–70°C during charging, touching them may lead to first degree burns. • If the battery case is damaged, cracked or you notice unusual smells, do not use it. The leakage of fluid from the battery may cause serious injury.
ATOM 3. PEDAL ASSISTANCE SYSTEM OPERATION 3.1 Components of the Pedal Assistance System The BH EMOTION pedal assistance system consists of the following components: A. A motor, which drives the bicycle. The location of the motor identifies the type of system used a. Central Motor System. Motor located on the bottom bracket axle. b. Rear Motor System. Motor located on the rear hub.
ATOM USER MANUAL 3.2 The Pedal Assistance System The pedal assistance system is designed to provide the optimal amount of assisted power. It provides assistance within a standard range, based on factors such as the pedalling force, the speed of the bicycle and the drivetrain.
USER MANUAL ATOM 3.5 Starting Pedalling Before resting your feet on the pedals, you must sit on the seat and hold the handlebar firmly. Special care should be taken if you start pedalling when using a high assistance mode (100%/BOOST mode, or 70%/SPORT mode), as the motor will respond with maximum thrust and you may lose control. To facilitate acceleration, the motor provides an additional initial thrust as soon as you start pedalling.
ATOM USER MANUAL 4.2 Display Panel Operation 4.2.1. Switching the Pedal Assistance System On and Off The pedal assistance system is turned on by holding down the POWER button for 3 seconds. The pedal assistance system is turned off by holding down the POWER button again for 3 seconds. The bicycle can be used normally without any type of assistance.
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USER MANUAL ATOM 4.2.3 Turning the Bicycle Lights On and Off. Holding down the (-) button for 3 seconds will turn the backlighting of the display panel on and off. The lights will also be switched on and off in those models equipped with a battery-powered light system. At this moment, the lights on indicator will appear on the screen: 3 sec 4.2.4 Viewing Secondary Information on the Screen.
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ATOM USER MANUAL 4.2.6. Settings Menu The user can access the settings menu by holding down the (+) and (-) buttons for 3 seconds. Press the (+) and (-) buttons to scroll through the different settings options. When you press the POWER button, you will enter the selected menu.
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USER MANUAL ATOM Secondary information Assistance mode. Lighting system. Resetting of trip information . This operates according to the display panel's brightness sensor. D) Screen brightness selection. The user can alter the brightness of the screen so that they can view it correctly. E) Metric and imperial systems.
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The deterioration is as expected. Red. The deterioration is more than expected. In this case, the user should take the battery to a BH store for analysis. G) Motor settings. On this menu, the user can manage the motor's performance for each assistance mode.
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USER MANUAL ATOM 4.2.7 Bluetooth The user can manage the display panel's Bluetooth connection with the smartphone for additional functions. 4.2.8 Vibration Settings On this menu the user can manage the remote control's vibration settings for the notifications it receives. - Assistance mode. Vibration when the mode is changed. - Assistance limit.
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The screen will automatically display the system error with the instructions that the user should follow: If the problem persists, turn off the motor and contact a BH store. The possible operating errors are described in the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
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USER MANUAL ATOM 4.2.11 Functions, Mobile Notifications and Navigation. Connecting with a smartphone via Bluetooth offers additional functions, detailed in the “AtomX” manual. [Available at bhbikes.com/manuals -Atom X APP - User Manual] Navigation functions. Pulsometer connection. Heart rate monitoring. Notification of calls and messages.
5. BATTERY AND CHARGER 5.1 Technology The battery that your BH bike is equipped with contains lithium-ion cells and is the most advanced technology available in terms of energy density (energy stored per kilogram of weight and per cm of volume).
Lithium-ion batteries have the following characteristics: A) Their performance decreases in extremely hot or cold environments. B) One additional characteristic of BH EMOTION lithium-ion batteries is that they have no “memory effect”, and are not affected by incomplete discharging. C) They lose their charges naturally and gradually with use. The battery can be fully discharged (100%) approximately 500 times, with maximum battery deterioration of 20%.
ATOM USER MANUAL 5.3 Energy Saving Modes The battery has been designed to ensure a long service life. This is possible thanks to the energy saving modes 5.3.1 Transport Mode (only during the first use) In order to minimise internal consumption while transporting the bicycle from the factory to the store, the battery is in Transport mode.
USER MANUAL ATOM 5.4 Suitable Charging Environments For safe and efficient charging, use the battery charger in a place that: A) Is flat and stable (as it is on the bicycle). D) Is free from rain and moisture. B) Is out of direct sunlight. E) Is well ventilated and dry. C) Is not accessible to children or pets. F) Has a temperature of between 15–25 °C. 5.5 Unsuitable Charging and Discharging Environments and Solutions The hot and cold environments described below may lead to charging entering stand by or sleep mode without fully charging the battery.
ATOM USER MANUAL 1º 2º External port Charger STANDBY Battery port CHARGING CHARGING PROBLEM 1º 2º External port 100% CHARGED Charger Battery port • Never charge or use a damaged battery. • Be careful not to touch the charger during the charging process. It may be hot, especially in high ambient temperatures.
(including the late replacement of wearing parts). B) If BH accepts a warranty claim, this in no way implies acceptance of liability for any damages incurred. In the event of a dispute over (subsequent) damages suffered, BH disclaims all liability in that regard, as it is not legally bound to compensate them.
ATOM USER MANUAL 8. CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Do not use high-pressure washers or jet stream cleaners, as they may cause water ingress, damaging the system, the motor, the display panel or the ATTENTION battery. If water enters one of these units, ask an authorised dealer to check your bicycle.
Isn't a BH bicycle extremely heavy? Not really, if you consider that the weight of BH EMOTION bicycles is between 15 kg and 30 kg, depending on the model, making them the lightest electric bicycles on the market. Pedal assistance means that a BH bike weighs 3-6 kg more than a standard bicycle with the same characteristics, because of the battery and the motor.
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Should I have third-party liability insurance? No, insurance is not compulsory, except for NITRO models. Is there a minimum age required for using a BH bike? No, any user can ride a BH bike, except for NITRO models. 11. LIST OF ERRORS DISPLAY BH ERROR...
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ERROR 11 COMMUNICATION (# SD1) 2) RESTART THE SYSTEM. ERROR 11 COMMUNICATION (# SD2) 3) IF ERROR DOES NOT DISSAPPEAR, CONTACT A BH DEALER. ERROR 12 BATTERY DISCHARGED (# 30) 1) RECHARGE FULLY THE BATTERY WITH ORIGINAL CHARGER. ERROR 12 BATTERY DISCHARGED (# FD) 2) RESTART THE SYSTEM.
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3) AFTER FULLY CHARGE, KEEP CHARGER PLUGGED-IN FOR 2 HOURS TO BALANCE THE CELLS. 4) RESTART THE SYSTEM. 5) IF ERROR DOES NOT DISSAPPEAR, CONTACT A BH DEALER. 1) DISCHARGE FULLY THE BATTERY. 2) RECHARGE FULLY THE BATTERY WITH ORIGINAL CHARGER.
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