Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT Troubleshooting Steps

Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT Troubleshooting Steps

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If your ELEMENT/BOLT is stuck, frozen, or otherwise unresponsive:
Try a forced reboot and/or factory reset as described below.
Forced reboot: Hold down the power button for 10 seconds to perform a forced reboot. e.g. Generally used
if the screen becomes non-responsive.
Factory reset: accessible from the Settings page, then System Info this option restores all settings to
factory defaults.
Warning: a factory reset will delete all workouts stored on the device
If this doesn't solve the issue, try charging the ELEMNT/BOLT using a wall outlet for 1 hour or more. Avoid using
Apple brand USB blocks as some do not provide a full charge. After 1 hour, press and hold the power button for 10
seconds.
If your ELEMENT/BOLT reboots continuously in a loop:
The 3 most common causes of this issue are battery-related update failures, a corrupt ride file, or a stuck power
switch. Solutions are provided below:
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The right button on the front of my Element Bolt for page, end ride and off functions does not respond/click when pressed. Is there a repair method for this problem?

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  • Page 1 TROUBLESHOOTING STEPS If your ELEMENT/BOLT is stuck, frozen, or otherwise unresponsive: Try a forced reboot and/or factory reset as described below.  Forced reboot: Hold down the power button for 10 seconds to perform a forced reboot. e.g. Generally used if the screen becomes non-responsive.
  • Page 2  Battery-related update failures: In rare cases, an update can cause a reboot loop on low battery. Try charging the ELEMNT/BOLT using a wall outlet for 1 hour or more. Avoid using Apple brand USB blocks, as some do not provide a full charge. After 1 hour, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds. ...

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