Summary of Contents for WALDBIKE Sorbus City SUV
- Page 1 Quick Guide English Sorbus City SUV Tilia City SUV Quercus Carbon Fully Quercus SUV...
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Page 2: Risk Of Injury And Damage
Now tighten the 2 clamping screws again with a torque of 5 Nm. The pedals are already correctly mounted when your Waldbike is delivered. Before the first ride, check the correct function of the following parts for safety:... -
Page 3: Pedelec Parts
Pedelec parts 2 Pedelec parts This illustration may vary depending on the pedelec model or equipment selected. Read the special instructions for your equipment in the corresponding sections. 1 Handlebar 13 Motor 2 Handlebar stem 14 Chain 3 Steering head tube 15 Bottom chainstay tube 4 Headlamp 16 Rear wheel hub... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Risk of injury and damage!......2 1.1 First settings ......... . 2 2 Pedelec parts . - Page 5 Table of contents 4.7 Seating position ........20 4.8 Transport .
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Page 6: Safety
Safety 3 Safety This section contains information on how to use your pedelec safely. 3.1 Instructions for safe use Observe the following information on safe use of your pedelec to reduce the risk of you having an accident or sustaining an injury: • Please use the pedelec only if you are fully acquainted with the operation of the pedelec and all of its functions. -
Page 7: General Safety Information
Safety 3.3 General safety information In the interests of your own safety, please note the following safety information: W arning Wet, slippery or dirty roads can increase the braking distance or impair the traction of your bicycle. Risk of accident and injury! ► Adapt your riding style and speed to the weather and road conditions. -
Page 8: Safety Notes For The Charger
Safety 3.4 Safety notes for the charger W arning Incorrect handling of electrical current and live components can result in electric shock and serious injury. Risk of electric shock and injury! ► Check the charger, mains cord and mains plug for damage before each use. -
Page 9: Road Safety
Safety W arning Internal damage to the rechargeable battery can cause overheating and gases and liquids may leak. Risk of fire and explosion! ► Have a bicycle dealer check the rechargeable battery after a fall or heavy impact. ► Do not open, take apart, puncture or deform the rechargeable battery and battery case. C aution Lithium leaking from a damaged rechargeable battery can injure skin or eyes. -
Page 10: Tuning Or Modifications
Safety → Do not operate mobile devices such as smartphones or MP3 players while riding. → Do not allow yourself to be distracted by other activities during your journey, such as switching on your light. → Never ride the pedelec without hands. Please note that road traffic also includes private land, forest paths and dirt roads when they are publicly accessible. Increase your overall safety on the roads by also observing the following instructions: → For more information about the road traffic regulations currently applicable in your country or region, contact an organisation such as the Department of Transport. -
Page 11: Additional Regulations
Safety • Pedelec speeds above 25 km/h require a driving licence and insurance including a registration number. • Riders of pedelecs with a speed above 25 km/h are subject to compulsory helmet use. • Any modification of the drive system will result in the loss of the driving licence. • Any modification of the drive system will result in the loss of insurance cover (private liability). • In the event of a repeat offence, an entry may be made in the criminal record (criminal record). -
Page 12: Misuse
Safety 3.10 Misuse Do not use your pedelec in the following manners to ensure safe use of your pedelec: • in competitions, on jumps, in stunts or for tricks; • improper repairs and maintenance; • improper use of the rechargeable battery; • structural changes to the pedelec’s factory default, in particular tuning and any other modification of the pedelec; • opening and changing components of the pedelec; • Charging outside the temperature range of +5 °C to +45 °C;... -
Page 13: Riding With A Child In The Child Seat
Safety W arning Fitting a child seat or trailer coupling incorrectly can cause components to break. Risk of accident and injury! ► Have a bicycle dealer install your child seat, trailer and trailer coupling. → Your bicycle dealer will be happy to help you select suitable child seats, child trailers and trailer systems for your pedelec. -
Page 14: Riding With A Child In The Child Trailer
Safety Fig. Riding with children 1 Flag 3 Child trailer 2 Child seat 3.12.2 Riding with a child in the child trailer W arning A pedelec with a child trailer attached is much longer and is more diffi- cult to stop due to the propulsive force of the child trailer. Risk of accident and injury! ► Always ride pedelecs with a child trailer attached at moderate speeds. -
Page 15: Basics
Basics 4 Basics 4.1 Signs and symbols Always read the Quick Guide all the way through. Additional instructions for handling or use. Handling instructions that must be performed in a specific order start with a number. → Handling instructions that can be performed in any order start with an arrow. • List items start with a bullet point. Electrical appliances bearing this symbol may not be disposed of with house- hold or municipal waste. -
Page 16: Units And Their Meaning
Basics 4.2 Units and their meaning You will find the following units in this Quick Guide or on your pedelec’s components: Unit Meaning Unit for ° Degree Angle °C Degree Celsius Temperature °F Degree Fahrenheit Temperature (USA) Per second Revolutions " Inch Unit of length (USA) 1 inch = 2.54 cm Pressure Gram Mass (Weight) Hour Time Hertz Frequency Kilogram Mass (Weight) km/h Kilometre per hour Speed Kilopascal Pressure Miles per hour Speed... -
Page 17: Maximum Permitted Total Weight
Basics Use of a child seat, child trailer and trailer system is only permitted when this is stated in the bike passport. 4.4 Maximum permitted total weight The pedelec has a maximum permitted total weight that must be observed when using the pedelec. -
Page 18: Torque Specifications
The torque specifications are basic values. → You can request the relevant torque values for other components if necessary, or read the manufacturer’s user manual accompanying the components. 4.5.1 Torque specifications 4.5.1.1 Model: Sorbus City SUV and Tilia City SUV Screw connection torque in nm Handlebar grips Stem to handlebar... -
Page 19: Rotation Direction Of Screws
Basics 4.5.1.2 Model: Quercus Carbon Fully and Quercus SUV Screw connection torque in nm Saddle clamp Cable bushings Subframe in frame Rechargeable battery cover on rechargeable battery Speed sensor Rechargeable battery compartment cover Motor mount Motor cover Chainring screws Derailleur hanger Spider grooved nut Crank bolt Pedals... -
Page 20: Seating Position
Basics 4.7 Seating position C aution An incorrect seating position can cause muscle tension and joint pain. Risk of injury! ► Have your seating position set correctly by a bicycle dealer. C aution An incorrect seating position makes the operating elements on the han- dlebar more difficult to reach. Risk of accident and injury! ► Have your seating position set correctly by a bicycle dealer. In order for you to control the pedelec safely, the seating position must be adapted to your individual needs. -
Page 21: Transport
Basics 4.8 Transport n ote Incorrect use of bicycle racks can result in material damage. Risk of damage! ► Always use approved bicycle racks to transport the pedelec upright. ► Have the bicycle dealer inform you about how to use pedelec racks. ► Secure the pedelec to prevent it from slipping or falling over. A transport lock for the disc brake may be included in the delivery, depending on the model. -
Page 22: Wear
Basics 4.10 Wear W arning Excessive wear, material fatigue or loose screw connections can cause functional impairments that may lead to accidents or falls. Risk of accident and injury! ► Regularly inspect the pedelec for wear. ► Do not use the pedelec if there are deformations, cracks and changes in colour. ► Do not use the pedelec if there is excessive wear or loose screw con- nections. ► If you discover any excessive wear, loose screw connections, cracks, deformations or discolouration, have the pedelec inspected immediately by a bicycle dealer. -
Page 23: Basic Adjustments
Basic adjustments 5 Basic adjustments The following section contains information on how to • inspect your pedelec before starting your journey, • adjust the seat position and • make other basic adjustments. If you do not have the necessary know-how and tools to make basic adjustments, have your bicycle dealer perform these adjustments. - Page 24 Basic adjustments Before each journey, check the following: • Brakes → Push the pedelec and operate each of the brakes, the respective wheels must lock up. • Gear shifting system → Check whether the gears change easily and without making noise. •...
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Page 25: Adjusting The Seat Position
Basic adjustments 5.3 adjusting the seat position Finding the best seating position depends on • the height of the rider, • the size of the pedelec frame • and the handlebar and saddle settings. W arning Incorrectly adjusting the height of the saddle or handlebar may affect the function and safety of the bicycle components. -
Page 26: Observing The Torque Values
Basic adjustments If you cannot achieve a comfortable seating position by adjusting the saddle and handle- bar, you can improve your seating position by replacing specific components. Components that can be replaced include • seatpost, • saddle, • handlebar stem, •... -
Page 27: Storage And Disposal
Storage and disposal 6 Storage and disposal This section contains information on how to store and dispose of your pedelec and re- chargeable battery safely. 6.1 Storing the rechargeable battery W arning A damaged or improperly used rechargeable battery can irritate and injure the respiratory tract, the eyes or the skin. Risk of injury! ► Seek medical attention immediately in case of any complaints. -
Page 28: Cleaning The Pedelec
Storage and disposal 6.3 Cleaning the pedelec In the interests of your own safety, please note the following safety information: C aution Moving parts on the pedelec can trap or pinch body parts. Risk of injury! ► Secure moving parts, if possible. ► Wear protective gloves. -
Page 29: Disposal
Storage and disposal 6.4 Disposal Familiarise yourself with all disposal symbols displayed on packaging, the recharge- able battery as well as the charger (see section “Signs and symbols” on Page 15). 6.4.1 Disposing of packaging → Dispose of the packaging according to material type. Dispose of card and cardboard in your paper container and films in your plastic recyclables container. 6.4.2 Disposing of the pedelec All rechargeable batteries and batteries and operating parts containing rechargea- ble batteries or batteries must be removed from pedelecs before disposing of the... -
Page 30: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of conformity 7 Declaration of conformity Declaration of conformity Equipment marked with the CE symbol complies with all applicable Community regulations of the European Economic Area. You can download the EU decla- ration of conformity and full instruction manual via the following Internet link: www.waldbike.de... -
Page 31: Imprint
Imprint 8 Imprint Manufacturer Waldbike GmbH & Co. KG Ferdinand-von-Steinbeis-Str. 2 | 75365 Calw (Germany) Tel. 0152/ 23594206 www.waldbike.de Text, content and layout QIMA Testing Germany GmbH Schleidenstraße 1 | 22083 Hamburg (Germany) Tel. +49 (0) 40–600 202-777 www.qima.com © Copyright Texts, pictures and information in this documentation are protected by copyright of QIMA Testing Germany GmbH. The translation, reproduction, duplication or other commercial use of this documentation on electronic media, for example, in whole or in part is not permitted without prior written permission from QIMA Testing Germany GmbH.