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Certificate of Identity and Warranty 303FS Founders Edition Detroit Bikes, Detroit, MI Model Manufacturer Details Ristretto Electric, Denver, CO July 1st, 2022 Design Start Date of Warranty Color Serial No. Located on the seat tube of your 303FS.
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Your electric bike was manufactured in Detroit, Michigan by one of the best artisan bike engineers in North America, Detroit Bikes. It is important for us to follow this same tradition of excellence for all Ristretto products. Your 303FS bike has been quality crafted and is feature-rich, optimized to provide you with an elevated riding experience.
Ristretto makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of its documentation is correct and assumes no responsibility of liability if any errors or inaccuracies appear within.
Display Set Up ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––– Braking Procedure –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Pedal Assist Level Settings Warranty –––––––––––––––––––– Basic Controller Display Settings Limited Warranty & Other Terms ––––––––––––– ––––––––––––– For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
3. Remove packaging material then carefully lift the bike out from both sides. 4. Place the bike on the soft floor covering with one person holding the bike upright. For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
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Assembly Instructions 5. With one person holding the bike upright, remove one fastener from the front axle using an M6 hex key, then slide the front axle out from the front forks. 6. With one person holding the bike upright, prepare to slide the front wheel between the front forks: a.
The Right side pedal goes on the crank on the Right side of the bike (the side with the drivetrain gears). Torque each pedal to (35 Nm). Use the included pedal wrench to avoid damage caused by wider wrenches. For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
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Assembly Instructions a. The Right side pedal is tightened by threading it clockwise. Carefully thread the Right pedal onto the crank on the Right side of the bike slowly and by hand. b. The Left side pedal is reverse-threaded and tightens counter-clockwise (stamped with an “L” at the end of the pedal axle).
4. Once fully charged the LED charge status light will turn green. Unplug the charger from the wall outlet first and proceed to remove the charger output plug from the battery charging port. For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
Battery Battery HOW TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK Insert battery key into battery lock. • Rotate key counter-clockwise to unlock. • With both hands, carefully slide battery pack forward and lift it off of the battery cradle. • WARNING ALWAYS CHARGE YOUR BATTERY IN TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 10 °C - 25 °C (50 °F – 77 °F) AND ENSURE THE BATTERY AND CHARGER ARE NOT DAMAGED BEFORE INITIATING CHARGE.
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AND COULD LEAD TO AN UNDERPERFORMING OR NON-FUNCTIONAL BATTERY, REQUIRING REPLACEMENT THAT WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW BATTERY SAFETY PROCEDURES MAY RESULT IN THE RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION. For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
DO NOT RIDE A BIKE THAT HAS NOT PASSED THE 100% SAFETY VERIFICATION. BEFORE EACH RIDE, CHECK THE BIKE AS DESCRIBED IN THE SECTION “PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK”. FOR HELP PLEASE VIEW THE RISTRETTO HELP CENTER AT WWW.RISTRETTOELECTRIC.COM/HELPCENTER Operating Instructions POWERING ON Flip up the kickstand, squeeze the brake lever to engage the brakes and kick your leg over the saddle.
Press the Power button to enter basic settings menu • 2. Select ‘Wheel’, then press the Menu button to select the wheel size Make sure the 303FS wheel size is set to ‘29 inch’ (for 26” fat tire diameter) • - This will ensure accurate speedometer readings 3.
Braking Procedure The 303FS uses a four piston Tektro hydraulic brake system with large rotors. When used properly this system will give the rider a strong, safe and reliable stopping power. The Left lever will activate the front brakes when compressed and the Right lever will activate the rear brakes when compressed.
Level 1 = 30% c. Level 2 = 45% d. Level 3 = 60% e. Level 4 = 80% f. Level 5 = 100% For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
Operating Instructions Basic Controller Display Settings Double press the Menu button to activate the settings menu. Press the Power button Mileage Mode Switch to change Display Setting / Short Press Power button: Basic Setting. Trip - ODO - Time Speed Mode Switch Screen Backlight On / Off Short Press Menu button: Press and hold the UP...
USE ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL ON PUBLIC ROADS. USE AT OWN RISK AND DISCRETION. RISTRETTO WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED. For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
Operating Instructions Advanced Controller Display Settings (750c Display) Double press the Menu button to activate the settings menu. Press Power button to change Display Setting / Basic Setting. • Press Up / Down buttons to change the parameter setting. • Press Menu button to switch to the next item.
It is important to turn off the power properly when you are finished riding. Press and hold the power button on the display. • The display will turn off when properly powered down. • For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
Motor Temp Motor Temp Motor Temp Controller Temp Controller Temp Motor Temp Motor Temp 75.2 75.2 75.2 75.2 STEP 2 Open Ristretto App & log in with your °F °F °F °F °F °F °F °F °F °F Class 3 °F...
Ristretto Founders Edition Change Riding Modes Each 303FS bike comes programmed in the Class-1 ride mode, which allows for throttle operation and pedal-assist riding up to 28mph. This allows your 303FS to be legally ridden without insurance, license, or registration.
Troubleshooting Error Codes ERROR CODE ERROR DESCRIPTION COMMON SOLUTION Error 21H Settings issue Contact support line Error 22H Throttle error Check the throttle cable connection Error 24H Hall sensor error Check all cable connections Error 30H Communication error Check the display cable connection If an error code displays, be sure to note the number.
Insufficient battery power Charge or replace battery Replace throttle Loose or damaged throttle Loose or damaged motor plug wire Reconnect or replace Damaged motor Replace For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
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Help Center Brakes rubbing Adjust the brakes Contact Ristretto Support to replace the battery. Faulty, damaged, or aged battery Disconnect and store damaged battery in a safe location and recycle or dispose of as soon as...
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Wheel or motor makes strange noises: Loose motor cable connection Reconnect cable Damaged wheel spokes or rim Repair or replace Replace motor Damaged motor wiring For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
Checklists Pre-Ride Checklist Check Battery Charge Level Check Wheel Tightness q Turn on your bike and ensure it is sufficiently charged q Check that each wheel’s axle nuts are tight and there for your journey. is no wheel wobble. Tighten as needed. Check Throttle Inspect Brakes q Keep eBike in assist level 0, open the throttle &...
Take a rag and wipe the frame of the bike. q Inspect for any damage or cracks. For additional help view the Ristretto assembly video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
RISTRETTO ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Model(s) Covered: 303FS Founders Edition Our goal at Ristretto is to ensure that you are 100% satisfied with your order and purchase. We stand behind our product and guarantee the quality of our electric bikes. All Ristretto Electric Bikes delivered on July 1, 2022, come with a one-year limited warranty including coverage of the 303FS Founders Edition Bike Motor and Lithium Battery.
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One-Year Limited Warranty of Ristretto 303FS Founders Edition Bike Motor: Ristretto Electric LLC (RISTRETTO) warrants that all new 303FS Founders Edition Bikes and SELECTED components are warranted to the original client (PURCHASER) against production/manufacturing defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of (1) year from the original shipping date.
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Ristretto Founders Edition GENERAL DISCLAIMER Part or model specifications are subject to change without notice. This Limited Warranty is the only warranty for the product. ALL WARRANTIES OTHER THAN STATED HEREIN ARE DISCLAIMED INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY APPLICABLE LAW.
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Contact Us Email: info@ristrettoelectric.com Website: ristrettoelectric.com Owner’s Handbook: ristrettoelectric.com/ownershandbook Ristretto Electric Help Center: ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter For additional help you can also view the Ristretto Assembly Video available in the Ristretto Help Center at www.ristrettoelectric.com/helpcenter...
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