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DIn en 15194 / DIn en 82079-1
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  • Page 1 ManuaL aS THe orIGInaL oPeraTInG ManuaL DIn en 15194 / DIn en 82079-1 e-BIKe ( PeDeLeC/ePaC ) Sales: Hermann Hartje KG Tel: +49 (0)4251 811 90 info@hartjede wwwhartjede...
  • Page 3 E-bike components 1 e-bike components The figure may vary depending on your e-bike model or the Familiarise yourself with the operation and functions, as well as the care and maintenance instructions selected configuration Read the special notes regarding your configuration in the respective chapters Control unit Rechargeable battery with indicator...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 E-bike components                      3 5.3 Proper use                             15 2 In an emergency                        7 5.4 Symbols on the products                  15 5.5 Terms                                 15...
  • Page 5 Table of contents 5.13.1 Applications of the rechargeable battery 6.2.5 Charge status indicator on the and charger                              21 rechargeable battery                       25 5.13.2 Insurance                               21 6.2.6 Checking the battery charge level             26...
  • Page 6 Table of contents 6.4 Storing the e-bike                        33 7 Cleaning and maintenance               33 8 Disposal                              34 8.1 Disposing of the e-bike                    34 8.2 Disposing of rechargeable batteries and chargers 34...
  • Page 7: In An Emergency                        7

    In an emergency 2 In an emergency 2.2 In the event of excessive heat If you notice that excessive heat is being generated by the You can find notes on handling the rechargeable battery in this rechargeable battery: user manual Despite compliance with all safety measures, the rechargeable battery may pose a risk, eg if it catches fire (see 1 Have the rechargeable battery checked by your specialist Chapter “Residual risks”...
  • Page 8: If The Rechargeable Battery Catches Fire

    Tuning or manipulations 2.4 If the rechargeable battery catches CauTIon fire The e-bike may respond in a manner other than that which you expect if the drive system has been manipulated. 1 Call the fire brigade immediately risk of injury! 2 If you are not put at risk and you are physically capable of doing so, use a suitable fire extinguisher to put out the fire.
  • Page 9: Usage Safety Notes

    Safety notes • Do not let children play with the e-bike or ride it – Any change made to the drive system will result in the loss of the driving licence • Do not allow children to play with the packaging or small –...
  • Page 10: Road Traffic Safety Notes

    Safety notes 4.2 road traffic safety notes 4.3 Charger safety notes WarnInG DanGer Incorrect or improper use of the e-bike. Incorrect handling of electrical current and corresponding risk of accident and injury! components poses a risk to life due to electric shock risk to life! •...
  • Page 11 Safety notes • Always pull the mains plug out of the socket after use. noTICe • Read the additional safety notes on the housing of the Damage to the charger caused by incorrect use charger risk of damage! WarnInG • While charging, always place the charger on fireproof materials (eg stone, glass, ceramics) Incorrect use of the charger.
  • Page 12: Rechargeable Battery Safety Notes          12

    Safety notes 4.4 rechargeable battery safety notes WarnInG Damage to the rechargeable battery can lead to fires and DanGer explosions. Poisoning or fatal injuries caused by escaping smoke gas risk of fire and explosion! and/or escaping hydrofluoric acid when the rechargeable •...
  • Page 13: Residual Risks                           13

    Basic information • Do not use the rechargeable battery if you notice any noTICe unusual warmth or discolouration or if the rechargeable Damage to the drive and rechargeable battery caused by battery exhibits obvious damage. incorrect charging risk of damage! 4.5 residual risks •...
  • Page 14: Warning Notes

    Basic information 5.2 Warning notes 5.2.2 Categorisation of warning notes Warning notes are highlighted with a bar. They are coded in different Incorrect operation or use of the e-bike puts you and others at colours and assigned different “signal words” based on their level risk.
  • Page 15: Proper Use

    “Bicycle user manual”. munity regulations of the European Economic Area. Using child seats and trailers with e-bikes is prohibited by Hermann Hartje KG Symbol for products that may only be used indoors Neither the manufacturer nor the specialist dealer will accept lia-...
  • Page 16: Units

    Basic information 5.6 units Memory effect: Refers to the loss in the capacity of rechargeable batteries if they are not completely charged (does not apply to lithium-ion rechargeable batteries) unit Meaning unit for Pedal drive: Assembly consisting of pedal, crank arm and chain- 1/min per minute Revolutions...
  • Page 17: Differences Between A Bicycle And An E-Bike  17

    Basic information 5.7  Differences between a bicycle and • Familiarise yourself with the characteristics of the e-bike even if you already have some experience with electrically pow- an e-bike er-assisted bicycles 5.8 Functionality CauTIon The drive only provides you with riding assistance when you pedal Unexpected e-bike handling through strong acceleration.
  • Page 18: Cycling With An Empty Rechargeable Battery

    Basic information 5.8.3 Drive overheat protection The drive requires a large amount of energy when starting. • Always start in a low gear and apply as much pressure to the CauTIon pedal as possible • Think ahead whilst riding to avoid any unnecessary stops Overheating of the drive and rechargeable battery in case The energy consumption will increase with high loads of malfunction...
  • Page 19: Road Traffic

    Familiarise yourself with the current road traffic regulations for your respective country or region For example, regarding: – Minimum age of rider – Insurance requirements HERMANN HARTJE KG – Operating licence DEICHSTRAßE 120-122 27318 HOYA/WESER – Mandatory helmet use GERMANY –...
  • Page 20: Transport

    Basic information 5.12 Transport 5.12.3 using other forms of transportation When transporting e-bikes with the rechargeable battery installed, 5.12.1 e-bike special guidelines, which are constantly being expanded or updated, apply These guidelines may differ from one another WarnInG depending on the form of transportation The lithium-ion rechargeable battery is considered danger- •...
  • Page 21: Notes

    Basic information 5.13 notes 5.14 Before each ride Inspect your e-bike according to the section “General safety 5.13.1 applications of the rechargeable battery notes / inspection instructions” of the bicycle user manual and as and charger described below: 1 Check whether the rechargeable battery lock is engaged The drive unit, rechargeable battery and charger are configured (see section “Removing the rechargeable battery”...
  • Page 22: Your First Ride

    Operation 6 operation 5.16 Your first ride The components of the electric drive are the major differences Read the entire user manual before you use the e-bike between a conventional bike and an e-bike. Information about the • Seek advice from your specialist dealer on how to operate differences between a bicycle and an e-bike can be found in the the drive section “Differences between a bicycle and an e-bike”...
  • Page 23: Indicators On The Charger

    Operation 6.2 rechargeable battery noTICe Irreparable damage to the e-bike caused by self- discharge due to technical reasons risk of damage! • Recharge an empty rechargeable battery immediately after it has cooled down Fig. Charger Your e-bike is equipped with a lithium-ion rechargeable battery 1 Mains plug 3 Charging plug (Li-ion rechargeable battery).
  • Page 24: Preparing The Rechargeable Battery

    Operation 6.2.2 Protective device • The rechargeable battery’s performance will decline over time • If there is excessive loss of performance, such as signif- CauTIon icantly reduced operating time, the battery should be checked by a specialist dealer Overheating of the drive and rechargeable battery in case •...
  • Page 25: Inserting The Rechargeable Battery

    Operation 6.2.4 Inserting the rechargeable battery noTICe 1 Insert the key in the rechargeable battery lock. Damage to the rechargeable battery due to dropping 2 Turn the key anti-clockwise to open the rechargeable battery risk of damage! lock • Before use, check that the rechargeable battery is cor- 3 Push the rechargeable battery with the contacts facing for- rectly inserted in the holder and that the lock is engaged ward into the rechargeable battery holder until the battery...
  • Page 26: Checking The Battery Charge Level

    Operation 6.2.6  Checking the battery charge level • To check the battery charge level, press either the recharge- able battery button on the battery (see Fig: “Charge status indicator on the rechargeable battery”) or switch on the e-bike (see section “Switching on/off the e-bike” on page 29) •...
  • Page 27: Charging The Battery

    Operation The rechargeable battery is charged with the rechargeable battery inserted on the e-bike with the rechargeable battery removed • Only charge the rechargeable battery in well-ventilated, dry rooms • If you can store your e-bike in safe and dry conditions, then charge the rechargeable battery while it is inserted, eg in a garage •...
  • Page 28: Charging Times

    Operation 6.2.11 Charging times • If battery fluid gets into the eyes, rinse the eyes with plenty of water. Immediately consult a doctor. If the rechargeable battery is empty, a full charge will take • Wash your skin thoroughly with soap and water. 3 to 8 hours The charging time depends on the following factors: –...
  • Page 29: Control Unit

    Operation 6.3  Control unit 6.3.2  Switching on/off the e-bike CauTIon 6.3.1  Control unit button functions Unexpected bicycle handling through improper operation. risk of accident and injury! • Familiarise yourself with how to operate the e-bike before switching it on for the first time KM/H •...
  • Page 30: Reading The Charge Status Indicator

    Operation 6.3.3  reading the charge status indicator 6.3.4  Setting the level of assistance When the e-bike is switched on, you can see the charge status The system offers 5 levels of assistance The level of assistance of the battery by looking at the number of charge bars displayed ranges from “0”...
  • Page 31: Drive Overheat Protection

    Operation 6.3.5 Drive overheat protection CauTIon CauTIon Dazzling of oncoming traffic due to incorrect adjustment of headlight height Overheating of the drive and rechargeable battery in case risk of accident! of malfunction • Make sure to regularly check that the headlight is prop- Burn hazard! erly set to the correct height •...
  • Page 32: Using Walk Assistance

    Operation 6.3.7  using walk assistance CauTIon Pinching or crushing of body parts between moving parts. KM/H risk of injury! • Only use the “Walk assistance” function when pushing the e-bike • Only use the walk assistance function if the e-bike is on both wheels Fig.
  • Page 33: Storing The E-Bike

    Cleaning and maintenance 7 Cleaning and maintenance 6.4 Storing the e-bike Please observe the following points regarding storage if you do not WarnInG intend to use the e-bike for a prolonged period: Injury caused by electric current during cleaning, mainte- • Clean the e-bike (see Chapter “Cleaning and maintenance” on page 33) nance and repair work •...
  • Page 34: Disposal                              34

    Disposal Information about cleaning and maintenance can be found in the In the case of e-bikes, all single-use and rechargeable bat- bicycle user manual teries, as well as all control parts containing single-use or rechargeable batteries, must be removed before disposal Before each ride, check the safety-relevant components (see section “Before each ride”...
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting                        35

    Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting CauTIon Fingers getting caught in rotating parts 9.1  Troubleshooting the electric drive risk of injury! system • Switch off the drive before you start maintenance work on the e-bike • Check all electrical cables for damage • Check the control unit for cracks, damage and firm mounting CauTIon •...
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting The Charger

    9.3 Troubleshooting the charger Fault Cause Measure 1 Pull the mains plug out of the socket. The charger LED Fault in the lights up green connection 2 Pull the charging plug out of the rechargeable battery. when an empty or between 3 Reconnect the charger and check whether the LED lights up red when an empty or partially charged partially charged rechargeable...
  • Page 37: Technical Specifications                 37

    Technical specifications 10 Technical specifications 10.3 rechargeable battery Nominal voltage: 36 V 10.1 Lights Nominal capacity: 13 Ah Headlight output: 2.4 W Energy: 468 Wh Tail light output: 0.6 W Operating temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C Nominal voltage: Storage temperature: +10 °C to +35 °C Permissible charging 10.2 Drive unit temperature:...
  • Page 39 The user manual is a supplemental user manual for your bicycle and meets the requirements and the domain of validity of the DIN Hermann Hartje KG EN 15194 and DIN EN 82079-1 standards. Deichstrasse 120–122 27318 Hoya/Weser ©...
  • Page 40 Presented by Sales: Hermann Hartje KG Tel: +49 (0)4251 811 90 info@hartjede wwwhartjede...

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