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Owner’s Manual Transporter model shown here with optional 120 mm wheels and optional four battery configuration READ THE ENTIRE OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR DOT BOARD...
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WARNING THE USE OF ANY SKATEBOARD PRESENTS RISKS AND DANGERS. THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT HAS INHERENT RISKS AND DANGERS AND ITS USE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH EVEN WHEN SAFETY EQUIPMENT IS USED AND OTHER PRECAUTIONS ARE TAKEN. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNTIL YOU READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL, WHICH EXPLAINS HOW TO REDUCE SOME RISKS.
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Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Keep this manual with your dot board skateboard as a reference. Should you resell your dot board or give it away , please pass this manual on to the next owner.
Transporter – 120mm Wheel Installation….…………………..……..38 Firmware Updates….…………………..………………..…….…………………… 39 Battery Safety……………….……..……………………………………....19 Storing Your dot board..….……………………..…………...………………….. 40 Battery Care and Installation..………………………………………………….. 20 Flying With Your dot board.……………………………..……………………..41 Removing or Replacing Batteries..…………….…………….……..……..22 Charging the Battery.………….………..…..…………….……..……………..24 Warranty and Insurance Information..………………..………………..42 Certifications.………………………………………………………..…………………. 43 Regulations……………...………….…………..…………….…………..………..
IN SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH, FIRE OR OTHER DAMAGE. READ AND FOLLOW THE SEPARATE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING THE BATTERY. USE THIS PRODUCT AT YOUR OWN RISK YOUR SAFETY IS UP TO YOU. Before using your dot board, please read and understand the entire instruction manual, which contains further warnings and information WARNING...
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WARNING Do not disassemble or tamper with or attempt to repair the hub motor(s), While your dot board is equipped with red rear lights, they are not brake or the Main Controller Module or battery, or the Remote Control. They lights and may not always be visible.
Important Labels SAFETY LABELS Safety labels on your skateboard either warn you of potential hazards Main Controller Label - MC100 that could cause serious injury or provide important safety information. Read these labels carefully and don’t remove them. Note: If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact us at info@dotboards.com Battery Module Label –...
WARNING uncertified accessories or improper modifications of your dot board. • Do not add any electrical equipment to the dot board electrical system. A DO NOT use uncertified batteries, chargers or other parts blown fuse can cause a loss of lights or motor power. Any interference to with your dot board.
• Dimensions: 11 inches/28 cm (wide), 42 inches/107 cm (length), 5 1/2 inches/ 14 cm (height) • Brakes: regenerative braking delivered by the dot Hub Motor • Deck: 8-ply teak + hard rock maple, eco-resin construction • Wheels: 83mm 78a or 120mm 78a urethane •...
Three Batteries + Two Motors: 18 lbs/ 8 kgs • Dimensions: 10 inches/25 cm (wide), 37 inches/93 cm (length), 5 ½ inches/14 cm (height) • Brakes: regenerative braking delivered by the dot Hub Motor • Deck: 6mm V-Ply + fiberglass, eco-resin construction •...
Remote Controller – RC100 RC100 The dot board RC100 Remote Controller offers three ride levels – Novice, Eco and Expert. Featuring an adjustable grip, soft silicon trigger and sensor magnets. Compatible with all dot board models. AND FIRMEWARE UPDATE CABLE...
Main Controller – MC100 MC100 The dot Main Controller is the heart of the dot board system. The housing features LED red rear lights with multiple brightness levels, a magnetic charge port and easy access USB port for firmware updates.
Battery Module – BM100 WARNING NEVER open or tamper with your BM100 Battery module for any reason. If you have concerns with your BM100, please contact customer service. BM100 Units are sealed and warranty will be void if the seal is broken from opening or tampering with the BM100 Battery module.
See section on page 37 for installation of hub motors HUB MOTORS The whisper-quiet dot Hub Motor operates with up to 2100 watts of power in the dual motor configuration, is free from any external wires providing a cleaner aesthetic and better ground clearance.
Unpacking Your Skateboard UNPACKING YOUR DOT BOARD SKATEBOARD Your dot board comes in its own specially designed case. Inside you will find everything you need to get you going. Once you remove the skateboard, you will see inside the following items: •...
BATTERY SAFETY* Your dot board is shipped with the batteries already fitted. The dot board BM100 battery module contains lithium ion cells, that Batteries will be supplied, depending on the quantity ordered could explode or cause a fire if they are used incorrectly...
• Do not store the skateboard or battery or charge the batteries at temperatures at or below 32°F / 0°C or temperatures at or above death. When any battery is not installed and separated from the dot board, always 104°F / 40°C put the red safety cap on both the back and front connectors of the battery.
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OFF and the charger is disconnected before • Flip the dot board over to expose the underside and remove the front removing or installing batteries. Failure to follow these steps can deflector cover from the existing battery.
• Ensure that the dot board and the remote control are turned off and • If the end battery that is closest to the front of the skateboard...
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• Slightly lift the end battery that is installed closest to the front of Never overtighten the battery mounting screws or force a deck the dot board and engage the clip of the front deflection cover to screw that could result in cross threading the mounting fixture.
Charging the Battery CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING THE CHARGING CORD CHARGING THE BATTERY MODULES To charge the dot board, the charging cable MUST be connected in the following The dot board is supplied with a charging cable fitted with a magnetic sequence: connector.
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Use ONLY with the recommended charger Charging the Remote Control Battery designed specifically for the dot board. • Using the USB charging cable provided, connect the Micro USB • To reduce the risk of combustion, ignition, or explosion, always connector to the remote control.
• Press the down button on the Remote control to power on the Remote control. • Put the dot board in an upside down position and spin the hub motor wheel to turn it on. • Remove the charging port cover. There will be a flashing Cyan light that indicates that the remote control and the skateboard are not paired.
REMOTE CONTROLLER MENU NAVIGATION Turn on the Remote controller and main controller by pressing the down button. Once the Remote controller is powered on, the screen will initially display the dot Logo and then move to the Main menu screen, the Battery Battery...
• Tail Light – Use to adjust the brightness of the red rear lights To help reduce the risk of possible serious injury or death, use your dot board at the novice level until you are completely familiar with your •...
120 mm wheel is 40 kilometers per hour/25 miles per hour. Your dot board comes set at the novice level as the default setting. It is recommended that you use your dot board at the novice level until you are completely comfortable and familiar with using the dot board and the Remote control and are able to safely operate your skateboard.
Remote Warning and Haptic (Vibration) Feedback REMOTE WARNING AND HAPTIC (VIBRATION) FEEDBACK The Remote often shows a message on the display when an unexpected haptic occurs. So if it’s unexpected, see the Remotes message. Otherwise the haptic is related to something more obvious happening, such as the Remote is being turned off. Remote When powering up the remote you will receive a haptic –...
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It may relate to the safe operation of your dot board. When the battery capacity is near full and regenerative braking is used, you will receive a haptic buzz every 3.5 seconds and the message Low...
SETTING UP • Check and tighten all hardware, visually inspect wheel nuts and bushes, To operate your dot board, you will first need to set it up. This requires you to: motor retaining pins and arrestor stickers. • Fully charge your battery - Please review pages 20-25 of this manual •...
WARNING • Hold the remote in your hand. • While on the dot board, push the skateboard with your feet as you would a non- Once the skateboard starts moving, the Remote control will powered skateboard. continue to respond to the skateboard even if you are not on the •...
If you ordered your dot board with only one hub motor and wish to add one more hub motor wheel, the following are the instructions for adding a hub motor wheel: •...
• Using the skate tool included with your dot Board, remove the front • Refit the hub cap back onto the 120 mm wheel and screw the four screws wheel nut.
CONTROLLER Follow the installation instructions that come with the firmware tool The dot Hub Tool has been designed as a software tool for your dot board download. These instructions will have detailed sections on updating skateboard and Remote controller. The firmware tool is downloaded from your Main controller and Remote controller.
2. Check the maintenance section for further instructions. After reconnecting the batteries, the dot board should be powered 3. Store your dot board in a dry, unheated area that is away from on to allow for an electrical system test.
• Check in the dot board as your check in luggage. • Do not use or transport a dot battery if the casing breaks open, leaks any substance, becomes excessively hot, or if you detect an unusual odor.
• This limited warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser only. You other than for recreational, transportation or any component parts are must be able to show that you purchased the dot board, so please keep modified, manipulated or tampered with.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. CERTIFICATIONS • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. dot board deck, RC100 Remote, BM100 Battery, MC100 Controller, • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to Mains Power adaptor which the receiver is connected.
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Certifications CAUTION: Changes or modifications to the device not expressly approved by dot boards can void the user’s authority to operate European Union Notice: Radio products with the CE marking the equipment. comply with the Radio Equipment Directive(2014/53/EU), the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) and the Low Voltage Directive...
Signed for and on behalf of requirements, these laws and regulations may prescribe minimum ages for the dot board users and may set speed limits and mandate protective gear for Globe International riders. Some governmental authorities prohibit use of dot board on public Place and date of Issue: VIC Australia, 29 OCT 2019 roads and sidewalks.
Product and Battery Disposal Information Product and Battery Disposal Information This product should be recycled at the end of its useful life. The battery module must be removed from the product and recycled – see battery installation section for removal instructions.
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