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Congratulations with your new e-bike Thank you for choosing a Hermansen Copenhagen e-bike. Before riding your new e-bike we recommend you to carefully read through this manual to ensure safe use and prevent accidents. The manual contains information about your e-bike and its components, how to operate it, upkeep and safety.
Table Contents 2. General information 3. E-bike type 4. Legal details 5.Intended use 6. Legal national and local requirements 7. Safety 8. Before your first ride 9. Before every ride ‘quick-check’ 10. Quick releases 11. Riding position 12. Braking system 13.
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Bike and component overview Saddle 9. Tyre 2. Seat Post 10. Rear Derailleur 17. Disc Brake Pads 3. Quick Release Seat Clamp 11. Stem 18. Disc Brake Rotor 4. Battery 12. Head Set 19. Quick Release Front Hub Axle 5. Power Cable 13.
TIP! This symbol indicates useful additional information This symbol indicates that you must use a torque wrench and comply with the specified torque. NOTE: Hermansen e-bikes are referred to in this manual as e-bike, bike, pedelec or EPAC, unless otherwise noted.
3. E-bike type Pay attention to the maximum permissible total Hermansen e-bikes are of the pedelec e-bike type. weight (total weight of fully assembled EPAC, rider, Pedelec stands for Pedal Electrical Cycle, also equipment and luggage) which is = 110 kg. If you carry...
and rigid sole. • If you ride through forests and meadows, please ATTENTION! respect nature by cycling only on marked or paved It is important to familiarise yourself with roadways. Observe the legal requirements for the the laws in your specific location before off-road use of bicycles.
• On Hermansen e-bikes the Right Lever operates a conventional bike if the power assist the rear brake, and the Left Lever operates the is turned off. If you are going downhill front brake.
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Electrical system • Vigorously pull the brake lever. The levers should • Check that the power cable from the motor is stop just before reaching the handlebar. correctly connected to the battery port. • Test your brakes by standing next to your bike, •...
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DANGER! If the Rear Derailleur is malfunctioning, do not use the highest and lowest gears of the Rear Cassette since the Chain or Wheel may get jammed which can cause damage to the e-bike or injury to the rider. Loading (if applicable) •...
several inches off of the ground and give the top DANGER! of the tyre a little whack. A securely fixed wheel Do not ride your e-bike if concerned should remain in the frame. • When tightened on Wheels, the Quick Release about any of these points! If in doubt please consult a qualified bike mechanic.
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Saddle adjustment Check the seat height using the following method DANGER! and be sure to wear shoes with a flat sole. Sit on Do not raise the Seat post above the the saddle and place the heel on the pedal in the minimum insertion line etched on the lowest position.
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The Saddle should be roughly parallel to the ground, but if it is not comfortable, angle the tip of the saddle down to relieve pressure on the crotch or up to distribute your weight over a greater area of the Saddle.
brakes is the process of preparing new disc rotors or pads for heavy use by transferring material from brake ATTENTION! pads to the rotor through a careful heating/cooling After modifications of stem and handlebar cycle, which results in smoother brake operation and position you must check if all cables improved braking power.
Cassette and Chainring. You should therefore have an 13. Gear authorised bike mechanic replace the chain at Hermansen multi-speed bikes are equipped with regular intervals. a derailleur gearing system. A Rear Derailleur is •...
The maximum approved load capacity of the recommended air pressure is specified in bar and Hermansen Copenhagen front rack is 10 kg. PSI on the tire or a label on the rim. Ensure that when carrying luggage you do not exceed...
18. Electrical system Hermansen e-bikes are equipped with an intelligent, brushless and small 250W rear hub motor with a built- DANGER! in controller, sensor, and Bluetooth communication Remove the battery before transporting module.
DANGER! DANGER! Get in touch with us if you have If you notice damages to the electric questions, problems or notice a fault. system, immediately remove the battery Lack of expertise can cause serious from the e-bike accidents. DANGER! The motor is a pedal assist motor, also called a Never send off the battery yourself.
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ATTENTION! Ambient temperature can have a significant impact on battery capacity. Battery capacity is tested at a reference temperature of 23°C (73F). Large deviations from the reference temperature will drain the battery faster due to changes in internal resistance and will shorten the range.
20. Service and maintenance DANGER! The first assembly and adjustment of you bike and Your e-bike has many advanced parts and subsequent service and maintenance requires components. Many e-bike service and special tools and technical expertise. If you are repair tasks require special knowledge uncomfortable performing any of the listed tasks, and tools.
21. Torque settings Torque Values are standard measures of how much you must tighten a bolt and are listed below. When a torque value is given, a torque wrench should be used to ensure that the correct torque is applied. Recommended Tightening Values - Torque Values Frame and Fork Compoment...
22. Warranty Damage caused by for example wear, failure to Hermansen Copenhagen ApS is obliged by law to maintain and care for the e-bike, crashes, excessive provide a 2 year right of complaint on your e-bike, strain caused by excess loads, incorrect assembly...
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