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  • Page 1 Electric Bicycle Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Information About This Manual

    Important Information About This Manual MOTORINO™ ELECTRIC BICYCLE OWNER`S MANUAL © 2013 by Greenwit Technologies Limited Revised October 2013 All Rights Reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Greenwit Technologies Inc. is expressly prohibited. All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 3 A “CAUTION!” label indicates that failure to abide by the following in- structions may result in damage to your MOTORINO™ and related equip- ment and/or legal consequences and/or fines and/or denial of warranty coverage.

  • Page 4: Welcome

    Welcome Welcome Your new MOTORINO™ is the culmination of our decade-long experience in the engineering, sale, and maintenance of light electric vehicles. We’ve put everything we know into our work and want to share, so please read this manual carefully. It will help you to fully enjoy the benefits of, and ensure a long life for, your MOTORINO™.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Loading ......10 The MOTORINO Code of Rider Conduct ....11 Pre-Operation Checks .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Diagnostic Error Codes Display ....18 Shifting Gears ......20 Model-Specific Instructions: LTn .
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Headlight On/Off ......28 Shifting Gears ......29 Battery Pack Fuse .
  • Page 8 Preemptive Tire Sealant ..... . 41 MOTORINO™ Love ......42 Washing .

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    USE ONLY MOTORINO™-approved chargers specifically designed for your exact type and voltage of battery pack - severe damage may otherwise result.

  • Page 10: Rider Fitness

    Safety Information Rider Fitness Rider MUST be tall enough to be able to place feet firmly on ground. Rider MUST be physically and mentally competent to operate a two- wheeled motorized vehicle. DO NOT ride while eating, drinking, smoking, wearing headphones, or using any handheld electronic device.

  • Page 11: The Motorino Code Of Rider Conduct

    Share the road or path with others: motorists, pedestrians and cyclists alike. Respect their rights and try to be forgiving if they infringe on yours. Remember, your MOTORINO™ is probably the fastest vehicle on the bi- cycle path but the smallest vehicle on the road.

  • Page 12: Pre-Operation Checks

    Safety Information Pre-Operation Checks WARNING! Failure to perform checks on a regular basis could result in un- safe and/or unreliable vehicle condition leading to serious injury or death and/or damage to the vehicle and/or denial of warranty coverage. Before Every Ride Charge battery (page 13).

  • Page 13: Common Instructions

    3. Plug the charger output cable into the charging socket on the bike. Understanding The Charger’s Indicator Lights The chargers supplied with MOTORINO™ Electric Bicycles are fully auto- matic. Generally, all chargers have at least one indicator light that will change from red while charging to green when charging is complete.

  • Page 14: Interpreting The Battery Level Gauge

    Common Instructions • When the charger is then connected to a bike that needs charging, it will enter the “charging” mode and the green light will turn red and the fan (if so equipped) will run. • When a full charge is reached the charge indicator light will return to green.

  • Page 15: Model-Specific Instructions: Lti And Ltb

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTi and LTb LTi and LTb Switching-On Ensure the battery is charged. Turn the power key-switch clockwise to the ON position. Press and hold the handlebar control panel’s middle button (MODE) for approximately 2-5 seconds until the display comes to life. Switching Off Turn the the power key-switch counter-clockwise to the off position.

  • Page 16: Battery Installation

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTi and LTb To remove the battery pack, first turn the bike’s power key-switch to the off position. Unlock and slightly lift the bottom edge of the battery com- partment cover panel while pulling the panel downward and wiggling it from side to side to help disengage the upper hooks.

  • Page 17: King-Meter Sw-Lcd Control Panel

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTi and LTb King-Meter SW-LCD Control Panel The control panel consists of the display and three-button panel. The system controls main power on-off, headlight on-off, and power assist modes. All functions are accessed through the rubber three-button (UP- ARROW, MODE, DOWN-ARROW) panel, either by a single momentary press, press-and-hold, or two-button simultaneous press.

  • Page 18: Low-Speed Cruise

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTi and LTb Riding Distance / Total Distance Display Momentarily press MODE to switch between showing trip distance (TRIP) or total distance (ODO). The trip distance is reset to zero whenever the bike is switched off. Low-Speed Cruise Press and hold DOWN-ARROW to engage a low-speed “cruising”...

  • Page 19: Programming System Settings

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTi and LTb Possible cause: damaged or disconnected motor power wire(s). Check that the motor-to-harness cable connector at the chainstay is fully en- gaged. 24 Motor Hall Sensor Defect Possible cause: damaged or disconnected motor hall sensor wire(s). Check that the motor-to-harness cable connector at the chainstay is fully engaged.

  • Page 20: Shifting Gears

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTi and LTb Shifting Gears Gear shifting is done like any other bicycle with derailleurs and trigger shifters. You must be pedalling to make a proper shift. CAUTION! Shifting when stopped can result in jamming or breakage of the chain.

  • Page 21: Model-Specific Instructions: Ltn

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTn In-Bike Charging Turn off the bike’s ignition key-switch. Plug the charger’s AC power cord into the charger and then into a standard 120V AC power receptacle and tun the charger’s power switch on; both of the charger’s status indicator LEDs should light up, one green (Charge State) and one red (AC Input Power) in colour.

  • Page 22: Switching-On

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTn Switching-On Ensure the battery is charged. Turn the battery box’s power key-switch fully clockwise to the “on” position. Press and hold the handlebar control panel’s middle (MODE) button for approximately 2-5 seconds until the display comes to life. Switching-Off Turn the the battery-box key-switch counter-clockwise to the off position.

  • Page 23: Power Assist Level Select

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTn one. Should the battery reach a critically-low level, the icon will also blink slowly and the motor may be disabled; at this point the battery should be recharged as soon as possible. The battery pack also has its own charge level display on the left rear, hidden under the carry handle.

  • Page 24: Diagnostic Error Codes Display

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTn Diagnostic Error Codes Display ln the event that a serious electronic control system fault is detected, the motor power will be cut and a numerical error code will be displayed on the LCD. While the code may be very helpful in troubleshooting the problem, it is not always a definitive pointer to the root cause.

  • Page 25: Shifting Gears

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTn Maximum Speed Limit: this must be set no higher than 32km/h or 20mph (or other limit applicable to your jurisdiction) to remain within government regulations. Units: Choose between reading speed and distance in Miles or Kilome- ters Wheel Diameter: In inches, this setting affects the speedometer calibra- tion and speed limit function.

  • Page 26: Battery Pack Fuse

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTn WARNING! It is important to frequently verify the proper operation of the brake switches, both for safety and to prevent undue stress on brakes and drive system. Throttle Grip Just like most motorcycles and scooters, a collar on the right-hand handlebar grip twists to control power delivery.

  • Page 27: Model-Specific Instructions: Ltf

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTf In-Bike Charging Turn off the power switch on the front-left side of the battery pack (based on the rider’s perspective, facing forward). Plug the charger’s AC power cord into the charger and then into a standard 120V AC power receptacle; the charger’s Charge State indicator LED should light up green.

  • Page 28: Switching-Off

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTf Switching-Off Turn off the battery-box power switch. Using the battery switch first is the generally recommended method of shutting down but you can also do a “soft” shutdown without having to get off the bike by holding the key to the display panel on the left grip for approximately 5 seconds until the display goes dark.

  • Page 29: Shifting Gears

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTf Shifting Gears The three-speed internally-geared rear hub is controlled by twisting the right-hand grip collar up or down, with the selected gear displayed in the shifter window. 1 is the lowest (easisest, slowest) gear. You can shift gears both when moving or stopped.

  • Page 30: Folding

    Model-Specific Instructions: LTf Folding Turn off power switch. Loosen the seat adjustment quick-release lever and lower seat to bottom of travel. Loosen handlebar stem height adjustment quick-release lever and lower handlebars to bottom of travel. Unlock the handlebar stem hinge (pull lock lever out and downward against the spring presure) and flip the stem and bars downward.

  • Page 31: Model-Specific Instructions: Ctr

    Model-Specific Instructions: CTr Charging Turn off the power key-switch on the front left side of the top tube (right or left are based on rider’s perspective, facing forward). Plug the charger’s AC power cord into the charger and then into a standard 120V AC power receptacle;...

  • Page 32: Headlight On/Off

    Model-Specific Instructions: CTr Headlight On/Off The headlight is powered by the bicycle’s battery. Press the headlight icon button on the control panel to turn the headlight on or off. Shifting Gears Gear shifting is like any bike with a derailleur and trigger shifter. You must be pedalling to make a proper shift.

  • Page 33: About The Electric Drive Train

    About the Electric Drive Train How it Works Compared to an internal combustion engine, your MOTORINO Bicycle’s drive system is elegantly simple. Electric power stored in the battery pack is supplied to the motor control- ler. The controller converts the battery’s direct-current to three-phase alternating-current and sends it to the direct-drive brush-less motor built into either the front or the rear wheel hub.

  • Page 34: Battery Information, Care, And Feeding

    1. They do not like over-charging or under-voltage. No batteries really do, of course, but lithium-chemistry cells are particu- larly picky. The batteries in your MOTORINO™ have internal protection circuitry that disconnects the cells when at risk of being over or under charged to the point of serious damage.

  • Page 35: A Word On Replacement Batteries

    Unlike many e-scooters, battery packs for electric bicycles are very model- specific in both physical and electrical characteristics. Correct replace- ments may be purchased from your MOTORINO™ dealer. Battery Disposal and Recycling When the battery pack is no longer viable, it should be removed from the bike and delivered to a recycling facility.

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Nobody can keep an eye on the condition of your MOTORINO™ Elelctric Bicycle like you can. It is up to you keep it maintained and obtain ser- vicing as required. Being fully familiar with your MOTORINO™’s regular operation will also help you spot potential trouble before it becomes a breakdown.

  • Page 37: Daily/Every Ride

    Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Schedule Maintenance time periods are approximates based on semi-daily use in moderate weather. Heavy use, winter weather or otherwise harsh condi- tions may necessitate shorter intervals between checks and service. Refer to the applicable section of this user guide or the specific component manufacturers’...

  • Page 38: Maintenance Procedures

    The instructions here are intended for people with sufficient me- chanical aptitude and experience to work on motor vehicles and bicycles. If in doubt about your abilities to carry out any of these procedures, refer inspection and servicing to your MOTORINO ™ dealer.

  • Page 39: Checking Brake Adjustment

    Once you have ascertained that any play is not because of loose axle nuts, refer motor bearing replacement to your MOTORINO™ dealer. Checking for Steering Bearing (Headset) Play The steering column runs on upper and lower ball bearings. Depending...

  • Page 40: Tires

    Refer bearing adjustment or replacement to your MOTORINO™ dealer. Tires Your tires are the only thing between you, your MOTORINO™, and the hard, unforgiving pavement. All going, turning, and stopping happens through your tires. Take good care of them.

  • Page 41: Tire Replacement

    Preemptive Tire Sealant As a preemptive measure, your MOTORINO™ dealer can install a product which is capable of nearly immediately sealing a puncture, often without you even noticing. Since it remains a liquid until it’s forced out of a leak, it also acts as a kind of dynamic balancer, potentially making your bike run even smoother.

  • Page 42: Motorino™ Love

    MOTORINO™ Love MOTORINO™ Love Your MOTORINO™ will run even better when it is clean and shiny. :-) Washing Use only a soft cloth, water, and a mild soap suitable for automotive fin- ishes. Gently rain water down onto the bike, being especially careful not to force it into areas it does not normally go.

  • Page 43: Storage

    Storage Storage All vehicles seem to do better when in regular use; components have a chance to warm up and air out, batteries stay charged, and tires and other rubber parts are kept pliable. CAUTION! The battery is the most perishable component on the bike; it must be stored at least 70% charged to avoid degradation or serious damage.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    If wiggling works, this could indicate a problem requiring replacement of the ignition switch. Refer repair to your MOTORINO™ dealer. Bad connection to battery pack, controller, or in wiring harness. Refer repair to your MOTORINO™ dealer.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Battery is aged or failing. The bike runs fine on flat ground but dies on hills. The motor pulses on and off. Low voltage cut-out is being triggered. Charge batteries. See solutions for limited range, above. The bike feels slow. See limited range solutions above.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Our policy is to incorporate improvements in design and features as they become available. Therefore, specifications are subject to change without notice. Visit www.motorino.ca for information on your specific model.

  • Page 47: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information Warranty To activate your warranty, visit: www.motorino.ca/warranty or fill out the warranty form at your Greenwit-authorized MOTORINO™ retailer. Limited Warranty Greenwit Technologies Inc. (“Greenwit”) warrants to the original retail purchaser (“you”) that the Greenwit MOTORINO™-brand electric bicycle for which this warranty has been issued is free from defects in materials...

  • Page 48: Warranty Frequently Asked Questions

    A. No. The warranty is limited to the repair of the machine itself. Q. What responsibility does my dealer have under this warranty? A. Each authorized MOTORINO™ dealer is expected to set up every new machine before sale; explain operation, maintenance, and warranty at time of sale and upon request afterward;...

  • Page 49: Legal Classification And Regulatory Compliance

    Your MOTORINO™ bike complies with and is classified as a Power Assisted Bicycle as defined under section 2(1) of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulation Act (c.1038). It is also compliant with US Public Law 107-319 for importation and use in states where it is in force.

  • Page 50: Owner's Information And Notes

    Owner’s Information and Notes Owner’s Name: Bike Model: Bike Colour: Frame Serial Number: Motor Serial Number: Battery Type:...
  • Page 52 Rev. 2013-10-001 DRAFT 002...

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