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This risk cannot be eliminated. You can minimize the risk in many ways. Begin by reading the complete Charge Bicycle Owner’s manual accompanying this bike and available online at www.chargebikes.com,...
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The 4 major steps to gett ing your bike ready to ride 1. Adjust Handlebars 2. Install Front Wheel 3. Flip Down Pedals 4. Adjust Seat Height...
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Getting your bike ready for assembly 1. Remove the protective cardboard packaging that is on top of the bike and any that may be on the frame. 2. Remove the front wheel and set aside. 3. Leave bike in tray for now. 4.
6. Ensure the power is OFF before continuing assembly by confirming the handlebar display is blank. (If power is on, press and hold the power button until the display shuts off.) OFF (ready for Assembly) Power button...
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Key part s of the bike referenced in this guide Handlebars Rear Rack Seat Battery Stem Front Light Fender Stays Front Fork Seatpost Fender Pedal Kickstand Brake Disc Rotor Front Axle Pedal Assist Selectors Display Gear Shift Throttle Horn...
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Please see the assembly video at help.chargebikes.com as well as ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS: Adjustable Stem Instructions, in your Charge Bicycle Owner’s Manual. 1. Locate the safety release button atop the handlebar stem. Using your thumb, slide the safety release button FORWARD.
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Step 1: Continued 3. Standing alongside the bike, put one foot against the bike box tray to help keep the box (and bike fork) stationary as you turn the handlebars. 4. Rotate the handlebar 90 degrees clockwise until the handlebars are perpendicular to the bike frame.
Step 2: Install the front wheel This step is particularly important to your safety. Please see the assembly video at help.chargebikes.com as well as this Quick Start Guide. 1. Lay the cardboard block that says “Temporary Wheel Stand” flat on the ground with the printed side facing up.
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Step 2: Continued 5. Locate the front fork spacer and place foot on top. 6. Holding the handlebars, lift the bike up to remove the spacer.
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7. Lift the bike over to the front wheel. NOTE: The disc brake rotor on the wheel should be on the same side as the kickstand. 8. Lower the fork onto the front wheel until the axle is fully-engaged in the fork end.
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Step 2: Continued 11. While facing the front of the bike (looking at the headlight), use your right hand to insert the metal rod through the axle from brake disc side. 12. With your left hand, screw the axle nut onto the axle rod, making sure the large end of the nut goes onto the rod first.
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15. With your left hand, hold the 15-16 bike upright and centered (perpendicular to the floor). 16. Push the frame down to ensure the fork ends are fully seated on the axle. 17. Holding the bike upright with one hand, use your free hand to insert the Torque Wrench into the axle on the brake disc side.
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Step 3: flip down the pedals 1. Flip each pedal down (or up) until it clicks. NOTE: You can always flip up the pedals by pulling on the lever with your fingers as you move the pedal to the upright position. CLICK! Pull lever to flip closed...
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Step 4: Adjust the seat height 1. Using the torque wrench, loosen the seat post clamp bolt (turning counterclockwise) until the seat post can move. NOTE: You do not need to remove the bolt from the clamp. 2. Slide the seat to your desired position.
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CLICK! The fi nishing touch Charge Bikes feature a valve cap sensor, so you always know when it’s time to add air. The sensors are included in your parts box. Simply screw the sensors onto the valve stems to quickly verify air pressure.
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(marked with the [power symbol]) to power on the bike. The LCD display will come to life. • Verify battery charge – The Charge display will not only tell you how much battery power is left as a percentage, but will also estimate range in miles/km, so you can always be sure...
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Shifting gears and controlling the pedal assist Pedal Assist Selectors The Charge Comfort is equipped with pedal assist and a throttle, so you can control the level of assist in two ways: • Using Pedal Assist: Set the level of pedal assist from the display...
Battery range • Charge Bikes have a range of 20-45+ miles on a single charge. The actual range depends on a number of factors, including assist level (more assist uses more battery), terrain (hills uses more battery) and rider weight.
Removing the battery The Charge Comfort comes with an easy to remove external battery, which offers the freedom to charge at home, in the office, or wherever you have power. To remove the battery: 1. Power off the battery pack by flipping the switch located at the back of the battery.
Charging the battery You can charge your battery on or off the bike. 1. Charge the battery with the battery charger placed on the floor or some other stable surface. 2. Connect the battery charger’s power plug to the electrical outlet.
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Eco-friendly packaging At Charge we care about the environment. It’s one of the reasons we’re in the bike business! Most bike boxes come loaded with protective foam and plastic ties. We’ve chosen to eliminate all the foam and just use cardboard and biodegradable film.
Our story For 15 years and counting, Charge Bikes has pursued a mission to make cycling accessible and enjoyable for riders of every age and experience level. We design and produce bicycles that are simple to understand, easy to own, and so much fun to ride.
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Register your bike Visit chargebikes.com to register your bike and activate your warranty. www.chargebikes.com...
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