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Focus Designs SBU V3 Owner's Manual

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1   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3  
Focus Designs Inc.
SBU
The Electric Self-Balancing Unicycle
OWNER'S MANUAL
3
Edition, 2012
rd
Copyright © 2012 by Focus Designs Inc.
focusdesigns.com
IMPORTANT:
This manual contains important safety, performance
and service information. Read it before you take the
first ride on your new SBU and keep it for reference.
A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS:
As a parent or guardian, you are responsible for the
activities and safety of your minor child, and that
includes making sure that the SBU is properly fitted to
the child; that it is in good repair and safe operating
condition; that you and your child have learned and
understand the safe operation of the SBU; and that you
and your child have learned, understand and obey not
only the applicable local motor vehicle, unicycle and
traffic laws, but also the common sense rules of safe
and responsible unicycling. As a parent, you should
read this manual, as well as review its warnings and
the SBU's functions and operating procedures with
your child, before letting your child ride the SBU.

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  • Page 1 1   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Focus Designs Inc. The Electric Self-Balancing Unicycle OWNER’S MANUAL Edition, 2012 Copyright © 2012 by Focus Designs Inc. focusdesigns.com IMPORTANT: This manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Read it before you take the first ride on your new SBU and keep it for reference.

  • Page 2: Important Notice

    2   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   For   Y our   R ecords:   Congratulations on the purchase of your new Focus Designs SBU! This manual is designed to give you the information you need for the safe operation and maintenance of your new SBU.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   3   Table   o f   C ontents   General Warning: ..............5   Fit ....................6     Does your SBU fit you? ..............6  ...
  • Page 4 4   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Appendix A - Safety ............21   Appendix B - Specifications ..........25     Rigid Construction ..............25   Truly Hands-Free ............... 25  ...

  • Page 5: General Warning

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   5   General   W arning:   Like any sport, unicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride the SBU, you assume the responsibility for that risk.

  • Page 6: Fit

    6   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   associated with the use of any unicycle which cannot be predicted or avoided, and which are the sole responsibility of the rider. Fit   Does  ...

  • Page 7: Safety First

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   7   seat post should be inserted into the SBU frame AT LEAST TWO INCHES. Once your seat is at the desired height, tighten the clamp slightly, and align the seat with the wheel, making sure they are in line with each other, and then tighten so that the seat post does not have movement in any direction.

  • Page 8: Mechanical Safety Check

    The following are examples of the type of service you should perform yourself. A qualified mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by Focus Designs, Inc should perform all other service, maintenance and repair in a properly equipped facility.

  • Page 9: Frame

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   9   look loose? Do a quick visual and tactile inspection of the whole SBU. Any loose parts or accessories? If so, secure them. If you’re not sure, ask someone with experience to check.

  • Page 10: Tube

    10   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   CAUTION: Pencil type automotive tire gauges can be inaccurate and should not be relied upon for consistent accurate pressure readings. Instead use a quality dial gauge. Tube  ...

  • Page 11: Operation

    WARNING: The SBU is technologically advanced and complex. The only serviceable parts on the SBU are the tire, tube, and seat. All electronic and drive components need to be serviced by Focus Designs Inc. or an authorized service group. WARNING: Many service and repair tasks require special knowledge and tools.

  • Page 12: Safety Lock

    12   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   switch is pressed in to the on position the SBU will self-balance in about 1 second and the status LEDs will light. Never leave the SBU switch in the on position when charging or storing.

  • Page 13: Low Battery Mode

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   13   Low   B attery   M ode   As the battery gets closer to the end of its capacity during your ride the LED will begin to flash. As you see a slow pulse (pictured below) your battery is nearing the end of its charge.

  • Page 14: Factory Readout Modes

    14   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Factory   R eadout   M odes   Occasionally the SBU will blink in a special pattern of short bursts. These modes are very rare and will only be needed to troubleshoot the SBU with a qualified professional.

  • Page 15: Battery Protection Mode - Aka Pushback

    SBU more compact. Battery   C harger   Only use the charger supplied by Focus Designs. The high power battery pack must only be charged by the supplied charger. Do not attempt to charge by any other means.

  • Page 16: First Ride

    16   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   disconnect the charger from the battery; do not leave the charger connected for extended periods of time.   First   r ide   Make   s ure   i t   f its   Read the “Fit”...
  • Page 17 MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   17   Straddle the seat. Try walking while straddling the SBU. Notice that the SBU stays underneath you remaining balanced. Walk forward, the SBU moves forward, walk backward, the SBU moves backward.
  • Page 18 18   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   While sitting on the SBU, put one foot on the peg and the other in front of you hovering above the ground. Lean forward to move forward and then lean back slow down and stop.

  • Page 19: Changing / Modifying The Sbu, Or Adding

    SBU. However, if you add accessories, you do so at your own risk. Focus Designs has most likely not tested that accessory for compatibility, reliability or safety for the SBU. Check with Focus Designs before adding any accessories to your SBU.
  • Page 20 20   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   CAUTION: Changing or modifying any factory components of your SBU will void your warranty. If you enjoyed reading our manual up to this part, you are going to absolutely n3rd out with the following appendices.

  • Page 21: Appendix A - Safety

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   21   Appendix   A   -­‐   S afety   Always wear a cycling helmet, which meets the latest certification standards and is appropriate for the type of riding you do.
  • Page 22 22   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   CAUTION: Do not ride the SBU on overly steep inclines or declines. The maximum grade for the SBU is 30%. This may cause the motor and/or battery to overheat.
  • Page 23 MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   23   Ride in designated lanes or designated paths or as close to the edge of the road as possible, in the direction of traffic flow or as directed by local governing laws.
  • Page 24 24   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Don’t ride alone in remote areas. Even when riding with others, make sure that someone knows where you’re going and when you expect to be back. Learn to obey the local laws regulating where and how you can ride.

  • Page 25: Appendix B - Specifications

    Appendix   B   -­‐   S pecifications Rigid   C onstruction   The SBU V3 is precision crafted by hand with 6061 alloy. Built to last and to stay pretty, the SBU is ultra- portable and is capable of 325-lb loads and beyond! Truly  ...

  • Page 26: Motion-Learning Technology

    (only way cooler). Utilizing some cool features like Turn Assist and Smart Sense the SBU V3 actively “learns” your motions and performs numerous safety calculations every second you ride. The sensors are the key to the SBU’s superior movement capabilities.

  • Page 27: Push Back Tm

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   27   Push   B ack   It can handle a lot, but if you push the SBU near it’s physical limits, Push Back will kick in and push you backwards, telling you that you need to ease off.

  • Page 28: Regenerative Braking

    28   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Regenerative   B raking   The SBU incorporates regenerative braking strategies to more- efficiently utilize energy. As you lean backwards to slow down, the SBU turns the motor into a generator, capturing your kinetic energy and putting it back into the battery for later use.

  • Page 29: Battery

    MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   29   Battery   Split-pack + BMS (16-cell total) • 53V / 2.5Ah / 122Wh (each ½ pack is 61Wh) / • 8.9g ELC. Lithium iron phosphate: LiFePO4 Rechargeable via provided charger.

  • Page 30: Adjustable Seat Post

    30   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Adjustable   S eat   P ost   300mm • Comfortably fits riders 5’1″ (155cm) to 6’7″ • (201cm) Seat can be cut down or longer seat posts can be •...
  • Page 31 MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   31   • Power-override key lock for aircraft travel ensures no accidental turn-ons in flight. • Battery contains 8.9g ELC (safe for travel) • Carry-on as “Ala Carte” or stow in the overhead compartment.

  • Page 32: Appendix C - Warranty

    Appendix   C   -­‐   W arranty   This agreement outlines the WARRANTY coverage supplied by Focus Designs, Inc., hereinafter to be called the “COMPANY” to the “USER” which is defined as an individual who has purchased the SBU (hereinafter to be called the “PRODUCT”) in a retail...
  • Page 33 MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   33   The USER will provide appropriate assistance to Telephone Support or Email Support personnel to resolve issues. If support is unsuccessful, the COMPANY or its authorized service representative will instruct the USER on how to receive warranty repair.
  • Page 34 34   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   inadequate maintenance and care. The COMPANY shall not be obligated under this warranty: a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than the COMPANY or COMPANY-authorized representatives to install, repair or service the PRODUCT unless directed by the COMPANY or a COMPANY-authorized...
  • Page 35 MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   35   i) to provide software or firmware updates or upgrades. Any service identified in the above list and provided by the COMPANY at the USER’s request shall be invoiced to USER by the COMPANY or COMPANY-authorized service with current rates for parts, labor and travel.
  • Page 36 36   MANUAL   F OR   T HE   S BU   V 3   Some states, provinces, and countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or exclusions or limitations on the duration of implied warranties or conditions, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

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