Maintenance/Cleaning; Cleaning - Bosch Performance Line: SX BDU3182 Owner's Manual

WARNING
Do not open any of the components. Service
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should only be carried out at an authorized
Bosch eBike dealer. Failure to follow above warn-
ing can cause death or serious injury. Refer to your
bicycle manual or component manual for all non-
Bosch drive system components.
Always remove the battery pack before per-
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forming any bicycle inspection, maintenance or
repair. Failure to remove the battery pack before
performing bicycle inspection, maintenance or re-
pair can lead to serious injury.
If you suspect that something is loose, do not
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ride your bike. See your Bosch eBike dealer, only a
qualified service provider should perform work on
your Bosch Drive System. All nuts, bolts, screws re-
quire the correct tightening force. Too little force
and the fastener may not hold securely. Too much
force and the fastener can strip threads, stretch,
deform or break. Either way, incorrect tightening
force can result in component failure, which can
cause you to lose control and fall.
If replacing your battery, buy only a genuine
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Bosch battery pack from an approved source.
See your Bosch eBike dealer for original Bosch
parts.
Always switch the battery pack off, when insert-
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ing or removing it from the holder. Never attempt
to insert or remove the battery pack while riding
the bike.
Do not submerge your eBike components in wa-
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ter, or wash with pressurized hose. Your Bosch
drive unit is designed to be water tight to rain water
or non-pressure hose washing.
Keep all components of your eBike clean, especially
the battery pack contacts and corresponding holder
contacts. All components including the drive unit may
Bosch eBike Systems

Maintenance/Cleaning

Cleaning

Do not charge or use your eBike in any area with
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a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as at a
fueling area, or in areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust, or
metal powders). Obey all signs and instructions.
Do not submerge your eBike components in wa-
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ter, or wash with pressurized hose. Your Bosch
drive unit is designed to be water tight to rain water
or non-pressure hose washing.
Note down the manufacturer and the number of
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the key. In case of loss of the keys, please refer to
an authorised Bosch eBike dealer. Please provide
the name of the manufacturer and the number of
the key.
Do not paint any components of the Bosch drive
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system as they may cause premature failure of
the component.
When changing the bulbs, ensure that they are com-
patible with the Bosch eBike system of the generation
the smart system (ask your bicycle retailer) and are
suitable for the specified voltage. Bulbs must only be
replaced with bulbs of the same voltage.
All components fitted to the drive unit and all other
components of the drive (e.g. chainring, chainring re-
ceptacle, pedals, cranks) must only be replaced with
identical components or components that have been
specifically approved by the manufacturer for your
eBike. This will protect the drive unit from overload-
ing and becoming damaged.
not be immersed in water or cleaned with a high-pres-
sure cleaner. Clean them carefully with a soft, damp
cloth (using only mild soap and water).
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