CONTE NTS 8.17. FACTORY RESET ....................................24 8.18. CHANGING THE COIN-CELL BATTERY (TCU ONLY) ........................25 9 . S P E C I A L I Z E D A P P ..............2 5 1 .
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This user manual is specific to your Specialized Turbo Levo bicycle and should be read in addition to the Specialized Bicycle Owner’s Manual (“Owner’s Manual”). It contains important safety,...
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TURBO CONNECT UNIT (TCU) TOP TUBE CHAIN FRONT BRAKE CALIPER Fig. 2.2 Some Levo models are equipped with the DOWN TUBE CHAINRING FRONT BRAKE ROTOR TCU display. The display turns on the motor, and provides access to the support modes SEAT TUBE CHAIN GUIDE REAR BRAKE CALIPER...
4 .1. IN T EN D E D U S E with the power output and/or system is prohibited and will void the warranty. The Turbo Levo is intended and tested for General Purpose Riding (Condition 4) use only. Before using your Levo bicycle, please inform yourself of all applicable Bikes designed for riding Conditions 1, 2, and 3, plus rough technical areas, legal requirements and regulations in your country or state.
5 . G E N E RA L N OT ES A BOUT RI D I N G WARNING! The specified cargo weight limit applies only to compatible front and rear racks and seat bags where indicated. In case the specified The Levo motor provides pedal assistance only while you are pedaling and the bicycle is in cargo weight limit differs from the cargo weight limit specified by the rack motion.
WARNING! If your battery, charger or other component exhibits any signs of WARNING! The acceleration of an electric bicycle can be faster than damage, do not use the bicycle and immediately bring it to your Authorized anticipated and may feel unusual at first. Before your first ride, you should use Specialized Retailer for inspection.
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6 . G E NE RAL NOT ES ABO UT A S S E MBLY WARNING! Specialized bicycles are only designed and tested for use by one person at a time. Carrying a child on your Specialized bicycle is at your own This manual is not intended as a comprehensive assembly, use, service, repair or maintenance risk.
6 .1. H EAD S E T BEA RI N GS If the desired seat height cannot be achieved within the minimum and maximum insertion requirements, the seatpost should be replaced for a shorter or longer one. The headset uses a 1 1/8” (42 mm x 30.5 x 8 mm, 45 x 45°) Campagnolo Standard ...
6.5 . CH A I N GU I D E WARNING! Failure to follow the seatpost and frame insertion requirements Section 6.2 may result in damage to the frame and/or seatpost, which could cause you to lose control and fall. If the seatpost is cut short, the min/max mark on the seatpost may no longer be accurate.
6 . 6 . ST EM Some Levo models are equipped with an Alloy Trail Stem. WARNING! The stem is designed with no gap between the stem body and the faceplate at the upper bolt area. The upper bolts must be tightened such that the faceplate bottoms out against the stem body before being torqued.
6 .7. TC U & M AST ER M IND TCU HAN DLE BAR CLEARANCE 7. G E NE RAL NOT ES ABO UT M AI N T E N AN C E The TCU and MasterMind TCU sit above the top tube and have the potential to be struck by The Levo is a high-performance bicycle.
Regularly clean and lubricate the drivetrain according to the drivetrain manufacturer’s instructions. WARNING! Do not modify or attempt to repair the e-bike system except as Do not use a high pressure water spray to wash your bicycle. Even water from a garden ...
8. SYSTEM INTE RFACE Some Levo models are equipped with the TCU display. The TCU turns on the system and provides access to the support modes options, battery charge level, and error codes. Depending on the model, your Levo is equipped with either the TCU or MasterMind TCU display. The six-digit BLE code for Bluetooth pairing is found underneath the TCU on the top tube, ...
8 . 3 . START I N G T HE SYST E M ON TH E TC U/M ASTE RM I ND TC U 8 .4. HA NDLEBA R REM OT E ( TC U) Fig. 8.3 (TCU) To start the system, press and hold the POWER button on the TCU display unit until the ...
8 . 5 . RE MOT E FUN CT IO NS ( TCU) 8.6. H A NDLE BA R REM OT E (M A ST ER M I ND TCU ) Fig. 8.6 A - TURBO BUTTON: • Automatically changes to TURBO mode regardless of the mode the bicycle is in. B - WALK-ASSIST BUTTON: ...
8.7. REMOT E FUN CT I O NS (MASTERMIND TCU) * Long press (-), which resets all ride data, should be performed after each ride. 8 .8 . SUPPORT M ODES The TCU offers 5 assist Modes: TURBO, TRAIL, ECO, OFF, SMART CONTROL. The MasterMind TCU offers 6 assist modes: TURBO, TRAIL, ECO, OFF, SMART CONTROL, and MICRO TUNE mode.
8 . 9. CH ANG IN G SUP PO RT M OD ES ( TCU) INFO: On the remote, after reaching the strongest or weakest mode, the system will not continue to switch. To reduce from TURBO to TRAIL to ECO to OFF, you have to press the (-) button.
8 .1 1. MIC R O T UN E M OD E ( M ASTE RM I ND TCU) 8.12. SYSTEM SETUP ON THE MASTERMIND TCU On the MasterMind TCU, switching to Micro Tune mode allows you to simultaneously change The MasterMind TCU has customizable screens that show options such as speed, odometer, the support and peak power in 10% increments while riding.
8 .1 3 . C U STOM IZ ING T HE M A STE R MIN D TCU D ISPLAY 8.14 . CO NNECTI V I TY O PT I ONS The MasterMind TCU is shipped with multiple standard screen configurations. With the The Turbo Technology System provides a high degree of interface flexibility through Bluetooth Specialized app you can add more screens, customize the layouts, rename them and change and/or ANT+ connectivity.
8 .1 6. ER ROR CODES (M AST ERM IND TC U) 8.14 8.15 ERROR SOLUTION For Error Codes 1-4, try the following solutions: 1. BATTERY ERROR Fig. 8.15 • Reboot your bicycle. 2. BATTERY NOT FOUND MasterMind TCU equipped models have a built-in diagnostic system to automatically check the Specialized app •...
8 .1 7. FACTORY RES ET MASTERMIND TCU When a new or used bicycle is sold, the new user should perform a factory reset of the TCU or 8.17 MasterMind TCU display. 8.16 Fig. 8.17 A: Standard Reset (Only programmed settings) Dual press and hold the (+) and (-) buttons for 20 seconds.
8 .1 8. CH A N G I N G T H E C OI N - CE LL BATTE RY ( TCU ON LY ) 9. S PECIAL IZE D APP 8.18 The Specialized app enables you to personalize and enhance your ride. In addition, it gives you tools to unleash your bicycle’s full potential and achieve your cycling goals.
FIRMWARE UPDATES 1 0. BAT TE RY A N D C HA RGE R Update your bicycle firmware with over-the-air updates. As previously mentioned, your bicycle includes a powerful high-performance Lithium- Ion battery integrated into the bicycle frame. The Levo battery is fitted inside the down 9.2 .
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6. Rechargeable battery systems need to be charged before use. For charging, please follow 20. Do not expose battery systems to any solvent materials (i.e., dilution, alcohol, oil, the producer’s instructions or the instructions in the manual of the device. anticorrosive) or chemicals that could impact the surfaces of the battery (i.e., detergents).
31. In the event of contact with the skin: promptly eliminate any solid particles. It is essential to 1 0.2. BATT ERY DA M AG E swiftly remove any clothing that has come into contact with contaminants. Always keep in mind that when sufficiently charged, your battery has enough energy stored 32.
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10 . 3 . BAT T E RY I NSTAL LAT I ON I NSTRU CTIONS 10.2 1 0 . 3 .1. RE M OV I N G T H E BATT ERY CAUTION: Installation or removal of the battery should be done with the bicycle on a repair stand so the battery can slide out at the bottom.
10 .4. O PERAT ING INST RUCT IONS Fig. 10.3 1 0 .4.1. C H A RGI N G T H E BATTERY Open the charge port door on the non-drive side of the battery. Fig. 10.4 The Levo battery can be charged with the battery installed in or removed from the bicycle. Refer to section 10.3 for instructions regarding removing and installing the battery.
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CAUTION: Always fully close the charge port door after charging and during Please note that Li-ion batteries gradually lose capacity depending on age and riding. use. Strongly reduced operating time after fully charging can be a sign that the battery is reaching the end of its useful life and has to be replaced. Provided 10.7 the bicycle has been used properly, approximately 75% of the battery’s original capacity should remain after 300 charging cycles or two years.
When successfully connected, the four green LED lights next to the charging socket will 10.10 turn on and indicate the level of charge in the battery. The charge level is measured in 25% increments. When charging is complete, disconnect the charging plug from the battery charging socket ...
10.6. M OV ING AND STORAGE INST RUCTI ONS WARNING! When the battery level has dropped low enough for the motor system to shut off and the bicycle to go into power-saving mode, wired 10 .6.1. T RA NSP ORT lights will be powered only for a limited time, providing some visibility, up to approximately 2 hours depending on multiple factors.
10 .7. D I S P O S AL 1 0.8. BATTE RY T EC H NI C AL DATA SPECIFICATION Batteries, chargers, and electronic devices must not be disposed of in your household trash! They must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly DESCRIPTION UNIT SBC - B21...
10 . 9. CH A RG E R T EC HN I C AL DATA 1 1. S PECIFICAT IO NS 11.1. G ENERA L SPECIF IC AT IONS SPECIFICATION CHARGER MODEL UNIT ITEM PART # SPECIFICATION SBC-C04 SBC-C05 SBC-C07 ...
1 1.4 . BOLT S I ZE / TO OLS / TO RQ U E S PEC I FI C ATI ONS Levo frames are available in a 29” front and 27.5” rear configuration, with different wheel/tire and/or fork options. Each of these variables will affect WARNING! Correct tightening force on fasteners (nuts, bolts, screws) on your the bottom bracket height and head angle of the frame, as well as the general bicycle is important for your safety.
11.5. B EA RI NG S PECIF I CAT IONS MOTOR MOUNT BOLTS REAR (CARRIER) T30 Torx QTY PIVOT LOCATION DIMENSION BEARING MOTOR MOUNT BOLTS CENTER T30 Torx MAIN PIVOT (CHAINSTAY) 12 ID x 24 OD x 6 W 6901 MOTOR MOUNT BOLT FRONT DS T25 Torx LINK...
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WSHR, 10.6 ID X 21 OD x 0.5 SCR CUST M8Xl.25 X 26 302 SST MAIN PIVOT WASHER REAR SHOCK MOUNTING BOLT 6 mm Hex THK,304 SST SIL Hex 5m SLEEVE,CUST, 10 ID X 21 OD REAR SHOCK MOUNTING WSHR,FLAT,M8, 8.3 ID X 13 0D X MAIN PIVOT SLEEVE X 3 W,SST 302 WASHER...
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11.1 EXPLODED VIEW - BEARINGS/SPACERS B U U B...
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1 2 . ADJ USTABLE GEOM E T RY 11.3 Depending on terrain or rider preference, the bicycle can be set up to be short/playful or long/ slack for stability through the Horst flip chips and adjustable headset cups. There are five distinct setting points that can hone handling characteristics to suit your style and terrain (See section: ADJUSTABLE GEOMETRY MATRIX).
HEAD TUBE ANGLE 1 2.1. ADJ USTI NG T H E H ORST P I VOT FLI P CH I P Adjust using the headset cups. 12.1 NEUTRAL 0° STEEP (+) 1° SLACK (-) 1° SPEED AND CONTROL AT LOWER CONTROL AT HIGHER CONTROL SPEED...
Reinstall the flip chips in the desired high or low position. Make sure they are fully seated 12.3 and aligned with the chainstay protector before inserting the bolt. Insert the pivot bolt (A), then torque the bolt to 10 Nm / 90 in-lbf. ...
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12.4 12.6 -1° +1° Fig. 12.4 Remove the zero offset cup from the head tube and replace it with the +/- 1-degree headset cup. 12.5 Fig. 12.6 When aligning the headset cup, the etching that is at the front of the bicycle indicates HEADSET COVER ...
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ADJUSTABLE GEOMETRY MATRIX 12.7 This table reflects head angle values and bottom bracket heights, as a result of different flip chip/headset cup(s) configurations. BOTTOM CHAINSTAY HEAD TUBE ADJUSTMENT POINT BRACKET LENGTH ANGLE HEIGHT + 0 mm + 0 mm + 0° HORST ADJUSTABLE PIVOT (HIGH) + 5 mm - 7 mm...
1 3. AIR SHOCK S ET UP Fig. 13.1 To check the sag, push the O-ring against the seal (A), then mount the bicycle while propped up against a wall and sit in the saddle in a normal riding position, without bouncing When setting suspension, always set the shock first and fork second for air the suspension.
1 3. 3 . ADJU ST I N G C O M PRES S ION 14. DERAILLEUR HANGE R Compression damping (blue knob) controls the amount of support of the shock platform, in other words, the shock’s ability to resist low-speed pedaling forces while still being able to WARNING! Correct grease application is critical to rider safety.
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14.3 14.4 14.5 Fig. 14.3 Fig. 14.5 Install the UDH washer, then thread the UDH bolt through the washer and into the hanger. Apply grease to the thru-axle threads before axle installation. Fig. 14.4 Install the thru-axle and wheel, then torque the rear axle to 15 Nm / 133 in-lbf. ...
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15. REGULATORY STAT EM EN TS I SED STATEMENT This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license- Ro H S : exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. certifies that this product and its packaging are in may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including compliance with European Union Directive 2011/65/EU on the Restriction of the Use of Certain interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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충전 방법에 대한 권고 지침 전용 충전기 또는 본체 기기 사용하는 것 혹은 The manufacturer: 취급 Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. 15130 Concord Circle 설명서의 설명에 따르는 것 Morgan Hill, CA 95037, USA Tel: +1 408 779-6229 Hereby confirms for the following products:...
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17. UK – DECLARAT IO N O F CO N FO R MITY The manufacturer: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. 15130 Concord Circle Morgan Hill, CA 95037, USA Tel: +1 408 779-6229 Hereby confirms for the following products: Product description: EPAC Mountain bike...
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