Contents Contents ..............1 Categories of use ..........14 Switching the drive system on and off....26 Using the eMTB ............ 14 Checking the bolts..........26 Introduction............3 Shimano Steps EP8 operating system....15 Riding on public roads.......... 26 Requirements for riders.......... 4 Description of the functions .........
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Headset ..............44 Checking that the rims run true......57 Recommended tightening torques ......67 Stem..............44 Transporting the ROTWILD eBike ......58 EU Declaration of Conformity....... 68 Adjusting the saddle ..........45 Transporting the eBike by car ....... 58 List of figures............
If you are not able to contact the dealer, you will This instruction manual contains information find a list of other ROTWILD authorised dealers on about the safe use and maintenance of your our website at www.rotwild.de. ROTWILD eBike. Please read the instruction...
If you do not follow the safety instructions in the provided in this instruction manual: manual. “Note” category, you could cause damage to the ROTWILD eBike. Separate disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries. Serious injuries or death. Do not burn.
Current regulations Type plate The ROTWILD eBike models described in this Figure 1:Sample type plate for ROTWILD electric Your ROTWILD authorised dealer will have a list of instruction manual are electrically assisted power assisted cycles (EPACs) approved accessories. (EPAC). They meet the requirements of the EN Before you fit accessories to your ROTWILD eBike, 15194 standard, among others.
Version of the product and edition of extended manufacturer’s warranty. The operator generally has the right of disposal over the ROTWILD eBike and makes it available the manual You will find more information in the ROTWILD for the rider to use and for the specialist dealer to warranty terms at www.rotwild.de.
Emergency stop Power Figure 3: ON/OFF switch The power is switched off as soon as the rider The drive system does not switch off when you stops pedalling. The eBike can be stopped apply the brakes, which means that it is always mechanically using the brakes.
Important information The frame of the ROTWILD eBike is made by hand from high-quality carbon fibre composite and is If the fibres have broken, take care when Specific information about carbon. Please note designed to be robust enough for the intended handling the material.
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The damaged carbon components must be If you have had the frame or fork partially replaced immediately. repainted, you must ask your ROTWILD authorised Your ROTWILD dealer will clean the eBike dealer to check them. thoroughly and check it for signs of material...
They are intended been removed. to transport one person. See the section Your ROTWILD authorised dealer will have a list of "Categories of use". approved accessories. Safety information...
ROTWILD will not accept liability if the eMTB is while charging the drive battery, you must stop users at risk. You can lose control of the eBike. Do not used properly.
Jumps and drops are operation of a bicycle on a regular restricted to a maximum height of 61 cm. Only use the ROTWILD eBike in the manner paved surface where the tires are described in this instruction manual.
The functions are as follows: On/off button (1) Using the on/off button (1)on the drive battery you can switch the ROTWILD eBike on and off. If you do not use the ROTWILD eBike for around 10 minutes, the system switches off automatically to save energy.
Settings menu Pushing aid mode On the settings menu you can choose different You switch on pushing aid mode by pressing and Using pushing aid mode. options. Using the (Light) menu item, you can holding the bottom button in the support switch You must steer the eBike using both hands in switch the lights on and off, if your bike has this (Y) for around 2 seconds.
Connecting the charger cable Figure 5: Charger cable connector and drive battery. The ROTWILD authorised dealer that supplies the eBike will inform the rider or the operator about its functions at the latest during the handover process. The dealer will explain in particular about the electrical system and the correct use of the charger.
Charging the drive battery Figure 7: Checking the quick release lever on the front wheel. Before using the bike for the first time, charge the drive battery fully. Always use the charger that is The drive battery must only be charged supplied with the eMTB.
Figure 9: Checking the tyre pressure. right-hand lever operates the rear brake. In countries that drive on the left, the left-hand Loose components. brake lever operates the rear brake and the right- If the quick release levers bolts are not fastened hand lever operates the front brake.
Pedals Saddle height and position suspension fork to suit your requirements. ROTWILD eBikes are supplied from the factory You can adjust the saddle height and position to You can find detailed instructions on how to do without pedalse.Your ROTWILD authorised dealer suit your height and your preferences.
You will find information about riding on public display field of the operating system shows that roads The section “Riding on public roads” on If you want to ride your ROTWILD eBike on public the system is ready for use. page 26 must be observed.
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Do not ride with dirty or damaged reflectors. handlebar grips and plugs if they are damaged or conditions you could lose control of your ROTWILD worn. If you notice a problem, contact your eBike and have a bad crash. Avoid riding your ROTWILD authorised dealer.
Risk of injury! If you do not have the necessary technical knowledge or do not carry out the check correctly, you could be injured. Frame Check the frame for damage. If the frame is cracked or deformed, contact your ROTWILD authorised dealer.
- Check your eBike for loose screw connections dérailleur and/or the dropout, which could be and components. Do not use the ROTWILD eBike if the rear bent, are not too close to the spokes of the rear - Apply the brake levers to make sure that they dérailleur is bent!
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Bent components. Faulty components. Poor technical condition. You must not straighten bent components Components that have been damaged in an An eBike that is in poor condition can become because there is a serious risk that they will accident can cause another accident if you go on damaged and cause a crash or an accident.
Brake fluid is toxic and corrosive. Do not undo the accident. Before every ride, check that the brakes If the brake lever cannot be adjusted or is not brake cables. are functioning perfectly. safe, it must be checked by the ROTWILD authorised dealer.
Use only original spare parts that are approved by operate the brake lever. Fit the transport guard ROTWILD when replacing brake components. If for the disc brake on the calliper. you are in any doubt, contact your ROTWILD authorised dealer.
We recommend having your eMTB serviced will give you a low gear ratio that makes riding speed of 25 km/h, the motor gradually shuts regularly by your ROTWILD authorised dealer to uphill easier. down. ensure that it functions perfectly and to keep A medium-sized or small rear sprocket gives you The bike has a pushing aid mode.
Drive system Cranks the chain Check to make sure that both cranks are securely Chain and chainring. fitted by shaking them. There should be no play. Wide-legged trousers can get caught in the chain or chainring and cause a crash. Wear tight- Chain fitting trousers or use bicycle clips.
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- Make sure that your fingers do not get be replaced. Your ROTWILD authorised dealer can Even if you maintain your chain regularly, it will trapped. carry out a more accurate check of your chain still wear out.
Figure 20: The position of the shifting lever Only use original spare parts that are approved Sudden loss of power and drive. by ROTWILD when replacing your chain. Choose A worn chain can suddenly break or jump off the the right chain for your dérailleur.
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If you cannot adjust the gear shifting using this method, the system must be checked by the ROTWILD authorised dealer. Incorrectly adjusted gear system. The levers may be arranged differently depending Problems with changing gear can distract you on the model and the manufacturer. Read the...
Drive battery IPU375 The drive battery is in the down tube of the eBike. Do not put paper clips, screws, coins, keys or If a crash or an accident causes external It has an integrated electronic protection system other small objects in the battery charging damage to the down tube, you must not use that is designed for use with the charger supplied socket.
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You There is a risk of electric shock and explosion. must be stored in a dry place. must take them to your ROTWILD authorised dealer. Make sure that you read the instructions for the The lithium ion drive battery in your eBike is charger.
Do not use excessive force to insert the connector battery must not be used. You must take them to removed. into the charging socket or you could cause your ROTWILD authorised dealer. damage. Figure 25: Charging socket Charging the IPU375...
Removing the IPU375 Installing the IPU375 down tube. Follow these instructions to install the drive Figure 27: Removing the drive battery The drive battery must be charged every eight battery: weeks to prevent damage being caused to the First push the bottom of the drive battery into the electronics.
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Installing the IPU375 mechanism in the top part of the down tube to ensure that it will not fall out. Check whether the drive battery is connected to the drive system by pressing the on/off button. Check that the drive battery has clicked into the battery lock mechanism.
Charger IPU375 The ROTWILD eBike is supplied with a charger Figure 30: Charger temperature is 10 °C-15 °C. from the manufacturer BMZ. The charger is The charger must only be used in a clean area designed for a 100-240 V and 50/60 Hz power that is free from dust.
Handlebars and stem. Figure 31: Always use a torque wrench to tighten the bolts (see “Recommended tightening torques” on page 67) Adjusting the headset is a job for a specialist. Ask your ROTWILD authorised dealer to adjust the headset.
Seat post Adjusting the Eightpins seat post Figure 36: Eightpins seat post Once the seat is at the optimum seat height, let go of the thumb shifter. Allow the seat post to On lowerable seat posts, the seat height is click into the set position.
Adjusting the seat post Figure 37: Quick release lever on the seat post. Figure 38: Clamping screw on the seat post. A loose seat post can cause a crash. Make sure that the seat post clicks into place when you are adjusting the seat height.
Suspension - suspension fork Your ROTWILD eBike is fitted with a suspension fork to make riding on different types of terrain as You will find the recommended air pressures in The damping must be adjusted when the comfortable and safe as possible. This the instruction manual provided by the fork suspension fork is in OPEN mode.
Compression damping Fork settings from left to right: OPEN, MEDIUM, Figure 42: FIRM FIRM. You can adjust the fork compression damping using the blue lever on the right-hand fork leg. By Figure 40: OPEN turning the lever clockwise you make the forks stiffer (FIRM).
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Suspension - suspension fork Too little damping will cause the fork to rebound very quickly. Too much damping will cause the You will find more information about adjusting The damping must be adjusted when the suspension fork to bottom out during rapid the suspension fork in the instructions provided suspension fork is in OPEN mode.
Figure 44: The air valve on the shock. suspension forks and shock. A conventional air pump is not sensitive enough to adjust the The ROTWILD authorised dealer will check the pressure. factory setting of the suspension and adjust it to the rider’s weight, if necessary.
Running gear - rear triangle Please check the parts list for your model to see Figure 46: Adjusting the damping. which type of shock it is fitted with. You will find more information about adjusting Figure 45: Damping settings. the shock rebound damping in the instruction manual provided by the shock absorber manufacturer.
Testing the fork and shock settings Find some suitable ground to test the suspension The suspension element manufacturers provide Risk of crashing when riding downhill with fork and shock settings. detailed instruction manuals on setting up the the FIRM function selected. Special FIRM function suspension.
This is particularly important if you leave Tyres with worn tread have less grip. You should your eBike parked in a public place. ask your ROTWILD authorised dealer to check the tread on your tyres regularly. Quick test When you first use the bike, the spokes and Lift your eBike up so that the front and rear nipples can settle.
Front wheel The front wheels of the ROTWILD eBike have Figure 50: Closing the quick release lever. bolted axles. When fitting the front hub, make The ROTWILD authorised dealer should sure that it is securely positioned in the dropout demonstrate the function of the quick release and that the brake disc is correctly centred in the lever to the rider and the operator.
If your tyres have cracks, some other sort of damage or too little tread, have the tyres replaced by your ROTWILD authorised dealer. If the axle on the front or rear wheel is not fitted correctly, the wheel may become jammed in the suspension fork or rear triangle.
Do not operate the brake lever. Fit the transport If the front or rear wheel does not run true, have other damage caused by foreign bodies, guard for the disc brake on the calliper. it repaired or replaced immediately by a ROTWILD for example. authorised dealer.
If you are sending your ROTWILD eBike by courier, we recommend that you ask your ROTWILD authorised dealer to partially disassemble and pack the bike for you.
Measure the total height of the vehicle and note The lithium ion drive battery in your ROTWILD it down inside the vehicle where it can clearly be eBike is classed as a hazardous material seen.
Troubleshooting If you cannot resolve the problem by following the Problem Cause Solution instructions below, contact your ROTWILD W103 There may be less pedal- Take your foot (W013) - ling support than normal. off the pedal authorised dealer. Torque sen-...
Normal wear and tear inner tubes, brake cables. Some components of your ROTWILD eBike are subject to normal wear and tear. Brake pads This sort of wear and tear is not covered by the The pads used in disc brakes systems will wear warranty or by the legal liability for defects.
This is essential in order to make sure that your carried out incorrectly can lead to the failure of or lubricants on the friction surfaces of the brake ROTWILD eBike functions correctly and is safe to components of your ROTWILD eBike. system.
- Separate disposal of batteries To prevent any problems occurring, individual components of a ROTWILD eBike that is no longer in use must be stored in a dry, frost-free location where they are not exposed to direct sunlight.
Maintenance measures have been carried Maintenance measures have been carried Maintenance measures have been carried out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance with the service interval.
Maintenance measures have been carried Maintenance measures have been carried Maintenance measures have been carried out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance with the service interval.
Maintenance measures have been carried Maintenance measures have been carried Maintenance measures have been carried out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance out on the ROTWILD eBike in accordance with the service interval.
If you have no experience of using a torque Bolts (Horst-link) 8 Nm wrench, have any loose bolts tightened by your Bolts (handlebar clamp) 5 Nm ROTWILD authorised dealer. Bolts (steering tube clamp) 5 Nm Torque table Bolt (linkage/seat stay) 10 Nm...
List of figures Sample type plate for ROTWILD electric power system, remove the drive battery.Cleaning the MEDIUM............49 assisted cycles (EPACs) ........ 6 chain............. 34 FIRM.............. 49 Applying the brakes / pulling away ....8 Lubricating the chain........34 Damping setting ........... 50 ON/OFF switch..........
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ADP ENGINEERING GMBH This instruction manual has been written with Instruction manual for ROTWILD eBikes, 2020 the greatest of care. However, many of the Am Bauhof 5 1st edition 08/2020 functions and add-on parts described here may 64807 Dieburg, Germany Editor: Thomas Kraus change as a result of ongoing development work.
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