Summary of Contents for Qelectric Expresso S
- Page 1 Electric Bicycle Owner’s Manual Read this manual completely before riding your Expresso. Q-Global Incorporated 374-A Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, Ca 92024...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents WARRANTY Foreword ……………………………………………… The Expresso is covered by a 6-month warranty. This warranty covers parts, and in some cases, labor or in-home service against Riding Safety ………………………………………….. factory defects. Failures caused by shipping damage, accident or · Safety Basics …………………………………………. misuse are not covered by warranty. -
Page 3: Foreword
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FOREWORD Problem Cause Solution The Expresso is a highly stylish, environmentally Battery gauge 1. Loose connection 1. Check the connections, friendly, fossil-fuel-free personal transportation device, does not near the power switch reconnecting any that are register or battery pack. incorporating these advanced-design components: loose. -
Page 4: Safety Basics
PROVIDED YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE Scheduled Maintenance COMPANY OR AGENT. Expresso should be checked from time to time. Refer to Safety Basics: Do’s and Don’ts the maintenance schedule in the following chart: The Do’s check ● adjust change lubricate ◆... -
Page 5: Operating Reminders And Suggestions
4) When proper chain tension is achieved, tighten the o Never carry a passenger. The maximum carrying axle nuts and re-secure the rear brake housing to capacity is 300 lbs. the frame. o Never ride barefoot or wearing sandals. If the chain needs to be taken off from the Expresso, for o Don’t jump with your Expresso. -
Page 6: Wet Weather Riding
laws as all other road vehicles, including yielding the The changing method of the front tire is the same as right-of-way to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights common bicycle. It is more complex to change the rear and stop signs. tire because of the motor and brake assemblies, and associated wiring and cabling. -
Page 7: Night Riding
Expresso after each ride. You should charge your Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility, Expresso if it has not been used for 30 days or more. both for the rider and for other vehicles sharing the road. The risk of accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions. -
Page 8: Other Reminders
Wear light colored, reflective clothing and accessories, 3) Keep the charger(s) and battery away from water any reflective device or light source that moves will help to prevent electrical shock and shorting. The you get the attention of approaching motorists, charger(s) is intended for indoor use only. -
Page 9: Specifications
Frequent braking and acceleration, driving into headwinds, up hills or with cargo will all cost a lot of battery energy. In these conditions, the Expresso will not SPECIFICATIONS reach its normal range. Product size (L x W x H): 71” x 27” x 43” Battery Charging (180 ×... -
Page 10: Components
Replace the battery if there are leaks, visible breaks or cracks. COMPONENTS Dispose of used batteries by taking them to a recycling center, or according to state and local laws. Battery Temperature Sensitivity Ambient temperature will affect almost every kind of battery. - Page 11 What’s Inside Your Expresso Battery The Battery is composed of four 12 Volt, 14 Amp-hour capacity batteries, in series, for a total capacity of 48 V, 14 Ah. The component batteries are a standard, commercially available size. Keep three things in mind, however, should you choose to service your battery.
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Page 12: Assembly And Setup
Battery Care and Maintenance ASSEMBLY AND SETUP What to Expect of Your Batteries, Ideally If your Expresso was removed from its carton and “set up” by retail store personnel, there is no guarantee it was The battery is a sealed lead-acid type, with a gel properly set up. -
Page 13: Cargo Box Mounting
3) The Expresso has an onboard Voltmeter, indicating the Battery’s approximate state-of-charge. It is 5) Put the 4 bolts and washers into the pre-drilled holes normal for this reading to “sag” somewhat during at the bottom of box (A), and through the cargo rack. acceleration. -
Page 14: Routine Operation
• At the cable end bracket, just before the lever, ROUTINE OPERATION with 8 and 10 mm wrench adjustments, and A) Pre-Ride Check • At the end of the lever, with a 10 mm nut fastener. 1) Be sure the tires have enough air. Low tire pressure risks rim pinching (tube failure) and lowers your range (distance per charge).
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