Thumpstar TSE 12 E3-BASE Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

Read and understand this entire manual before riding. Thumpstar

Motorbikes strongly recommend having this machine assembled

by a skilled mechanic. Assembly should include, but is not

limited to checking over the entire bike including

the engine.

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/thumpstarmoto

/genuinethumpstar

NOTE:

Manual illustrations are for demonstration purposes only. Illustrations

may not reflect exact appearance of actual product. Specifications

subjected to change without notice.

MANUAL # 3941

THUMPSTAR

ELECTRIC BALANCER

www.thumpstar.com.au

www.thumpstar.co.nz

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Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Read and understand this entire manual before riding. Thumpstar Motorbikes strongly recommend having this machine assembled THUMPSTAR by a skilled mechanic. Assembly should include, but is not ELECTRIC BALANCER limited to checking over the entire bike including the engine.
Page 2 THUMPSTAR BALANCER, FOR AGES 3-12 IMPORTANT: READ MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING We care about the safety and comfort of our customers. This manual will guide you through proper techniques in operating your THUMPSTAR balancer. For any additional information, please visit: www.ThumpstarUSA.com NOTE: Manual illustrations are for demonstration purposes only.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents These pages give an overview of the contents of your owner’s manual Introduction ................... A Few Words About Safety ..............Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety ............Before Riding ..................Safety Equipment ................... Message To Riders .................. Loading, Accessories & Modifications ..........Safety Labels ..................
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new TSE Balancer! With proper assembly and maintenance, it will offer you years of enjoyable riding! IMPORTANT: Carefully read and follow this manual (and any other materials included with this bike) before riding. Please retain this manual for future use. If this bike was purchased for a child, it is the responsibility of the purchaser to verify the bike has been properly assembled, and that the user has been properly trained and instructed in use of the bike.
Page 5 If you have any questions or do not understand something, take responsibility for your safety and contact Thumpstar customer service at 330-298-5107 or support@thumpstarusa.com ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED HELMET WHEN YOU RIDE YOUR...
Page 6: A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important and operating this electric balancer safely is an important responsibility. You could be SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You could be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Page 7: Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety
Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety CAUTION: For your safety you must carefully read this manual and follow its instructions. Your bicycle may come with additional instruction sheets that cover features unique to your bike. Please ensure that you read and become familiar with their contents and retain them with this manual for future reference.
Page 8: Before Riding
Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety BEFORE RIDING WARNING - ON AND OFF ROAD CONDITIONS: The condition of the riding surface is very important to your safety. If the surface is wet, or has sand, leaves, small rocks or other loose debris on the surface where you plan to ride, carefully decrease the speed of the bicycle and ride with extra caution.
Page 9 Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety CAUTION: WET WEATHER WARNING: Check your brakes frequently. The ability to stop is critical to your safety. Roads are slippery in wet weather so avoid sharp turns and allow more distance for stopping. Brakes become less efficient when wet. Leaves, loose gravel and other debris on the road can also lengthen stopping distance.
Page 10 Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety TO AVOID INJURY, THIS PRODUCT MUST BE PROPERLY ASSEMBLED BEFORE USE. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU REVIEW THE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY GUIDE AND PERFORM CHECKS SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE RIDING. Just a minute spent before each ride can significantly improve your safety and the enjoyment of your ride.
Page 11: Safety Equipment
Electric Balancer Pre-Riding Safety SAFETY EQUIPMENT Thumpstar promote the use of safety equipment during the use of your electric balancer; the following list is an advisory guideline of the equipment that should be obtained before using your electric balancer for the first time, and to be used for every ride regardless of experience and skill level.
Page 12: Message To Riders
Message To Riders Your safety is very important to Thumpstar. That’s why we urge you to read this message before riding this electric balancer. You can help prevent accidents by making good decisions about if, when, and how you ride this electric balancer.
Page 13: Loading, Accessories & Modifications
Loading, Accessories & Modifications Thumpstar designed a rider-only electric balancer. It was not designed to carry a passenger or cargo. A passenger or cargo could interfere with your ability to move around to maintain your balance and control of the electric balancer.
Page 14 Loading, Accessories & Modifications ACCESSORIES We strongly recommend that you use only Thumpstar Genuine Parts and Accessories that have been specifically designed or approved and tested for your electric balancer. Because Thumpstar cannot test all other accessories, you must be personally responsible for proper selection, installation, and use of non-Thumpstar accessories.
Page 15: Safety Labels
Safety Labels...
Page 16: Tse Bike Components
TSE Bike Components 1. Frame 11. Charger Interface 21. Battery 2. Handlebar 12. Foot Rest 22. Battery Nuts 3. Handlebar Grip 13. Seat 4. Brake Lever 14. Seat Post 5. Throttle 15. Seat Clamp 6. Front Fork 16. Rear Motor Wheel 7.
Page 17: Acceptable Riding Practices & Conditions
Never risk damaging surfaces, such as carpet or flooring, by use of a TSE bike indoors. Never tow anything or anyone with or allow your Thumpstar TSE bike to be towed by any other person or vehicle, motorized or not.
Page 18: Powered And Rotating Parts Warning
Acceptable Riding Practices & Conditions POWERED & ROTATING PARTS WARNING: Do not allow hands, feet, hair, any body parts, clothing, or similar articles to contact with any rotating or moving parts, such as wheels, or drive train components and chain while the motor is running or while the wheels and tires are rotating.
Page 19: Starting Process
Starting Process THE STARTING PROCESS: SIT, PUSH, COAST, BRAKE, PRACTICE (Perform under adult supervision, wearing protective equipment, in an open and safe area) Non-powered training: (Turn Power Switch to the “OFF” posi- tion) 1. Sit on bike with feet on ground. Familiarize rider with seat, foot platform, brake(s), handlebars , throttle and their function.
Page 20 Starting Process Standard Mode: 1. Press the Power Switch to the “ON” position. 2. Ensure YELLOW LED is lit, indicating “Standard Mode” selected. If not, see Throttle operation and Changing Power Mode sections in this manual. 3. Adult should supervise child as the top speed and acceleration have both increased in this mode.
Page 21: Safely Approaching & Remounting The Bike
3. Inspect if any obvious damage. 4. Perform a “Pre-Ride Inspection” (below). 5. Have rider mount the Thumpstar TSE Bike, gripping the handlebars with both hands, sitting on the seat with both feet flat on the ground. 6. Please press the power switch to the “ON” position.
Page 22: Pre-Ride Inspection & Checklist
Pre-Ride Inspection & Checklist Never ride your Thumpstar TSE bike on public streets, roads, highways, at night or when visibility is limited. Power Switch: Ensure the Power switch is turned off during the Pre-Ride Inspection and remains “OFF” until the rider is sitting on the seat, both hands gripping the handle bars, both feet flat on the ground.
Page 23: Throttle Components / Features
Throttle Components / Features...
Page 24: Throttle Operation
Throttle Operation (Confirm Speed Mode & Check Battery Level) Operation of throttle is only for those supervised by an adult. In no circumstances should a child be allowed to operate the TSE bike without proper training and supervision. If the child cannot walk, run, coast and brake, they are surely not ready for throttle control.
Page 25: Changing Power Modes
CHANGING POWER MODES (FOR ADULT USE ONLY!!!! ) Your Thumpstar is equipped with 3 power modes for different skill levels. Training Mode, Standard Mode and Advanced Modes. We do not advise showing children how to adjust the modes. Each child should have the mode set by an adult who will be closely supervising the child.
Page 26: Activate Program Selection
Throttle Operation Activate Program Selection: 1. Ensure power switch is in “OFF” position. 2. Ensure bike power switch is “OFF” and no LED lights are on, or no beeps were heard. • If any LED light is on, turn bike Power Switch to “OFF” •...
Page 27: Select Program
Throttle Operation Select Program: 5. Turn throttle, and as the throttle moves through the range of power modes, the, Green Yellow, or Red LED light will illuminate. 6. Hold Throttle at the power mode (LED position) desired approximately 5 seconds until “2 short beeps” are heard. •...
Page 28: Led Information
Led Information LED INFORMATION POWER THROTTLE SITUATION/ REACTION SWITCH POSITION bike could be in program mode (more ZERO NONE caution with the throttle) bike powered on and in ZERO GREEN “TRAINING / SLOW” power mode bike powered on and in ZERO YELLOW “NORMAL / MED”...
Page 29 Led Information PROGRAMMING MODE ACTIVATION: only to be activated by an adult POWER THROTTLE NOTES SWITCH POSITION Hold at FULL NONE TSE bike is turned OFF Hold at YELLOW FULL flashing (5xs) Hold at R, Y, G Flashing + FULL Beeping (5xs) Hold at FULL +1sec...
Page 30: Repair & Maintenance
• Read instructions. • Ensure the power switch to the “OFF”. • Ensure Thumpstar TSE bike has had adequate time to cool. (up to 30 minutes) • Secure the Thumpstar TSE bike for repair or maintenance.
Page 31: Adjust Brake
WARNING: Motor and Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) can be very hot and cause burns. It is critical that the Thumpstar TSE bike is allowed to cool prior to accessing motor and ESC!
Page 32: Replace Tire And Tube
Refer to battery manufacturer documentation for proper battery maintenance. Battery Disposal: Your Thumpstar product uses sealed lithium batteries which must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally safe manner. Do not dispose of a lithium battery in a fire; the battery may explode or leak.
Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Verify the battery is Battery not fully charged Power Switch is turned “ON”, fully charged Thumpstar does not work Wire harness connection error Wire harness connection correct Loose battery or wire Recharge or Replace battery connection(s) Power switch faulty...
Page 34: Specifications
Specifications TSE 12 E3 - Base ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION Engine 250w Brushless Battery Li 24v 5.2A-5c Speed Mode 6 Speed (3 x Learning Speeds + 3 x Racing Speeds) Starter Throttle / Kick (Kick can be turned on/off) Running Time 2 Hours Charge Time 2-4 Hours...
Page 35 Specifications TSE 12 e3 - Max ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION Engine 250w Brushless Battery Li 24v 5.2A-5c Speed Mode 6 Speed (3 x Learning Speeds + 3 x Racing Speeds) Starter Throttle / Kick (Kick can be turned on/off) Running Time 2 Hours Charge Time 2-4 Hours...
Page 36 Specifications TSE 16 e3 - max ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION Engine 250w Brushless Battery Li 24v 5.2A-5c Speed Mode 6 Speed (3 x Learning Speeds + 3 x Racing Speeds) Starter Throttle / Kick (Kick can be turned on/off) Running Time 2 Hours Charge Time 2-4 Hours...
Page 37: Spare Part Catalogue
Spare Part Catalogue Model Version TSE 12 E3 - BASE...
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Page 39 Spare Part Catalogue Model Version TSE 12 E3 - MAX...
Page 40 Spare Part Catalogue...
Page 41 Spare Part Catalogue Model Version TSE 16 E3 - MAX...
Page 42 Spare Part Catalogue...
Page 43: Parts Finder
Parts Finder Finding Parts at our website Websites https://www.thumpstarelectricbalancebike.com https://www.thumpstar.com.au/ https://www.thumpstar.co.nz/ • Go to our website then copy the part number or ERP CODE in our Spare Part Catalogue and paste it in the search bar then press enter or click the search icon beside it.
Page 44: Warranty
This Limited Warranty does not cover any damage, failure or loss caused by improper assembly, maintenance, or storage. THUMPSTAR is not liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage due directly or indirectly to the use or misuse of this product.
Page 45: Disclaimer
Disclaimer Thumpstar will not be held liable under any circumstance for incidental or consequential loss or damage or injury, due direct or indirect use of this product, including any malfunction or defect. Adult guardians assume all responsibilities associated with the use of these products by minors.

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