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Summary of Contents for Podbike FRIKAR Signature
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- Page 2 ODBIKE HANK YOU AND ONGRATULATIONS FOR PURCHASING You are helping the environment and your health as well. We hope that you enjoy the experience.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ABOUT FRIKAR ..................11 FRIKAR ................... 11 IS DIFFERENT 2.1.1 What kind of vehicle is FRIKAR? ..............11 INTRODUCTION ..................6 2.1.2 Safety standard compliance ................. 11 2.1.3 How does FRIKAR compare to cycles and cars in terms of safety? 11 .................... - Page 4 4.6.3 Seat adjustment ....................17 ........................26 HEELS 4.6.4 Adjusting the mirrors ..................18 6.1.1 Tires ........................26 ........................18 6.1.2 Air pressure ......................26 ATTERY 4.7.1 Charging and storing..................18 6.1.3 Tire change, punctures ................... 26 4.7.2 Installing and removing battery ..............18 6.1.4 Filling washer fluid ..................
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Page 6: Afety And Operation
NTRODUCTION FRIKAR Signature is for personal use only. It is intended for commuting and personal transport for use on normal roads and Important symbols cycle infrastructure suitable for road bikes. Note Do not use FRIKAR off-road. Never drop off sidewalks or Marks information that are important. -
Page 7: Heck
SEAT RAKE – Adjust rake by inserting seat hinge into one of the riding with new studded winter tires, please follow the bedding- available positions (see chapter 4.6) in recommendation for studded tires in chapter 6.1. PEDAL DISTANCE AND HEIGHT – Adjust position and height of Check that the battery is charged, see chapter 4.7.1 for pedal generator so that pedals can be used comfortably and instructions on how to charge the battery. -
Page 8: Change Of Behaviour Due To Different Loads
When riding on uneven surfaces, excessive vibration and The canopy hinges are equipped with gas springs to noise may occur. Speed should then be reduced until vibration ensure comfortable opening and closing function. They are is reduced to acceptable level. located under the rear wheel covers and contain nitrogen gas under very high pressure. -
Page 9: Hild Seat
Some regions have special requirements regarding cycling thin layer of chain grease. and/or cycles. That include road access, passengers, trailers, external lights, weather protection, etc. Podbike is engaged in Squeaking noise from plastic parts rubbing against other parts international standardisation work and actively work on... -
Page 10: Elt Tension
1.25 Belt tension The belts used on rear wheel motors and pedal generator must In the front wheel suspension, the lower link arm outer ball be correctly tensioned to value given in the specifications, joints must be replaced every 10 000 km. This is necessary to section 8.6. -
Page 11: Ccessories
Lifetime limits available) or a lot of cargo with you in a FRIKAR, it is also a cargo Even though Podbike have tried to make FRIKAR robust, there cycle (utility cycle). Therefore, FRIKAR meet standards both for will be limits on its lifetime. Especially when the vehicle is used e-bikes and for e-cargo bikes. -
Page 12: Additional Risks Compared To A Regular Bike
FRIKAR follow above requirements and is designed and tested FRIKAR has fully independent suspension, a roll-over protection according to relevant standards for e-bikes. Podbike also bar, a low centre of gravity, excellent redundant lights, as well as implement certain national adaptions, including those for lights crash absorbing zones. -
Page 13: Riding Safely
Try to make eye contact. If you have any doubts about the condition/function of equipment or systems, please contact Podbike support. In some countries, you are allowed to use pavements, even when riding a velomobile. Nevertheless, it is important to remember... -
Page 14: Operation And Functions
See also chapter 4.5. 4.3.1 On iPhone Close the Podbike app when you turn off the bike, otherwise it is difficult to reconnect next time you use the bike. PERATION AND FUNCTIONS... -
Page 15: Functions On Left Control Handle
4.4.1 Functions on left control handle • Rear switch: unused Each control handle has two normal push switches – one in the • Front switch: Toggle high beam/low beam – see chapter 4.11 front and one towards the rear. It also has a joystick on top that •... -
Page 16: Pening And Closing The Canopy
• Joystick push and keep down: Turns on/off bike – see chapter If you attach the strap to the Velcro on the outside of the canopy, the strap stays in place. 4.5.4 Opening and closing of canopy unit from the inside To open the bike from the inside, pull the rope forward to unlock both sides, then push the canopy up with same hand used on the Opening and closing the canopy... -
Page 17: Emergency Opening
rail. Only those positions where it snaps can be used to lock the 4.5.8 Emergency opening pedal generator in position. In an emergency, the transparent part of the canopy can push loose from the other part. The transparent dome is attached with When the pedal set has been moved to the correct position, turn a 'C' profiled sealing strip that will give in if you push hard from the lock in clockwise direction and the pedal generator will be... -
Page 18: Adjusting The Mirrors
battery should be stored frost-free and charged at temperatures 4.6.4 Adjusting the mirrors between 10°C to 40 °C. Mirrors must be adjusted to provide the best possible visibility backwards. Be aware of blind spots. Mirrors will not provide complete and continuous sight zones for the back and side of the Charging LI-ion batteries has a small fire risk. -
Page 19: Connect And Disconnect The Charger
and disconnect the connector from the battery. Never pull on the cable. On / off 4.8.1 Turning on vehicle 1. Make sure traction battery is charged and installed correctly 2. Press the round button on front of battery to first turn on battery 3. -
Page 20: Basic Operation
The left brake handle is Basic operation equipped with parking brake Operation of the velomobile is designed to be as intuitive and function that can be activated self-explanatory as possible. The pedals must be rotated to set by first pulling the brake lever the velomobile in motion. -
Page 21: Front Lights
4.11.3 Side lights In some markets the vehicle is equipped with additional side turn indicators that has integrated orange retroreflectors. 4.11.4 Retroreflectors The vehicle is equipped with approved retroreflectors in the rear, and inside the head light housings. However, in some markets other retro-reflectors may be used. -
Page 22: Urn Indicators
Warning light, where all directional indicator lights are flashing simultaneously, is activated by pressing and holding the top left joystick down for 3 seconds. To turn off the emergency flash, just press the top left joystick once more. Loosen these 4.15 High beam/ low beam three screws to... -
Page 23: Ell
4.19 Windscreen wiper In case of precipitation and driving conditions that include wet roads and splashes, the canopy will protect the user. FRIKAR is therefore equipped with a wiper mechanism. The wiper is operated by hand via a rope attached to the inside of the door. The wiper should be used to ensure good visibility. -
Page 24: Pedal Cadence
This the electric motors should provide. High levels of assistance contributes to the Podbike cyclist's traffic pattern being more place less demand on the cyclist's pedal use, consequently one similar to that of the motorist. This can help increase visibility will draw more energy from batteries. -
Page 25: Other Scenarios
When using a trailer, it is important that it is also equipped with velomobile. Use the wiper and washer or stop to wash the lights and reflectors. canopy if necessary. Steering and brakes are of the utmost importance for the safe Condensation on the inside can also impair visibility. -
Page 26: On The Road
goes into the grove of the hub. Tighten to torque specified in N THE ROAD section 8.8. Wheels 6.1.1 Tires The original and recommended tires are from Schwalbe and is The velomobile is equipped with four identical wheels. They are especially developed for E-bikes and are exceptionally made from robust thermoplastic composite material that can be puncture-proof. -
Page 27: Iding In Winter
Podbike sell a complete set of wheels preassembled with winter tires in a nice carrying/storage bag. Note that winter tires, and especially, studded tires, will increase rolling resistance and that will lead to reduced battery range. -
Page 28: Road Salt
/ soft brush with soapy water is gentler on the velomobile's shell and canopy. It is important to keep the canopy as clean as It is important to remove snow and ice that can build up possible and it is recommended to rinse it regularly to best around wheels and inside the vehicle. -
Page 29: Annual Inspection
6.4.2 Annual inspection Regular inspections and checks of the bicycle and its central functions must be performed annually. Especially moving parts and components that are exposed to cyclic loads and wear must be thoroughly examined. Place the velomobile on the side on a soft surface – or lift it up - and see / feel for movements and "walking"... -
Page 30: Other Service Items & Repairs
the manufacturing process from the brake pads. Optimal performance and durability are only reached after the break-in Replacement of brake pads and adjustment of brakes phase has been completed and both the pad and rotor surfaces are shall be performed on pair of wheels, i.e., replacement of fully in tune. -
Page 31: Railer Load
Maximum weight per rear wheel: 75 kg Washer tank Washer tank volume: 1.0 l Max total weight with cyclist, passenger and cargo: 230 kg Weight distribution, total weight, front/rear: Fastener torque 35%/65% These values should be used unless otherwise noted: Trailer load •... -
Page 32: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
With public company tax number: NO owned and Copyright by Podbike AS 2016-2023. hereby declares that Podbike FRIKAR Signature meets the provisions of the above directives at the time of the declaration No part of this content can be copied or of conformity.
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