Lubrication; Schedule; Battery - Gio Electric Italia 500W Manual

Don't leave the scooter out in the rain or snow: store it somewhere dry and out of direct
sunlight (which can cause problems if the battery overheats)
Don't open up casings, chargers, etc. You are unlikely to be able to reseal them effectively,
making them more susceptible to water damage.

2.2 Lubrication:

After cleaning, it is also advisable to lubricate the chain, levers, derailleur, cables, etc. A clean,
lubricated e-bike tends to be faster, smoother and quieter. It's like having a little extra push for
free.
A lubricant should be applied on all moving and/or rubbing components such as: axles, bushings,
free wheels etc. approximately every 6 months (more often under heavy or bad weather use)
Apply the lubricant to the different parts and let it sit a few minutes and then wipe off the
excess lubricant with a rag.
After a while, clean the different parts with a degreaser to remove any excess dirt that has been

2.3 Schedule:

collected on them.
The frequency of maintenance depends on how much you ride and under which conditions.
Recreational riders need far less maintenance then off-road riders. The harder you ride, the
more you have to take care of your scooter if you want it to last.
There are various time intervals for proper maintenance. Quick maintenance should be done
before & after every ride. And then, every couple of months, a more serious maintenance steps
should be taken.

2.4 Battery:

All batteries are sealed and SHOULD NOT be taken apart without proper knowledge. Battery life
is various based on the type, condition, usage and maintenance. Average battery life for SLA
(sealed lead acid battery) is 2 years / 400 charge cycles and for Lithium battery in a range of 3
years / 800 charge cycles.
The battery should be stored between 0 and 35°C. To maximize battery lifetime, store at 50% to
100% charge capacity, and recharge the battery every 6-8 weeks.
Battery MUST being charged using original charger that supplied with the scooter. Note! There
are many chargers in the market that look similar but the polarity might be different.
Always dispose of old batteries through an approved battery recycler, and keep children and
pets away from batteries.
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