Giant Twist Freedom Owner's Manual

Giant Twist Freedom Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Safety First

    WELCOME, AND CONGRATULATIONS On your purchase of a new Giant electric vehicle; the fun of pedaling your new Giant Twist is only moments away. Safety First. You should completely read through this owner’s manual before you take your new Giant Twist for a spin.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. What’s it called ….………………………………………….………….…..………..4 General Battery and charger Handlebar and stem 2. Battery and charger operation..……..……………………………………………..…..8 Battery charging Refresh charging Battery lock key Range for BATTERY Safety Precautions 3. How things work .......................14 PAP ( Pedal activated power) Power control switch Left hand control Assist mode select button...
  • Page 4: General

    1. What it is called Twist Freedom A. General 1. Handlebar 7. Rear Pannier Bag and Battery Cover 2. Fork 8. Battery Lock 3. Hub motor 9. Rear light 4. Chainwheel (torque sensor integrated) 10. Mudguard 5. Driver 11. Multi-speed Rear Hub/Sprocket...
  • Page 5 Twist Express RS General 1. Handlebar 7. Battery sets 2. Fork 8. Battery Lock 3. Hub motor 9. Rear reflector 4. Chainwheel 10. Mudguard 5. Driver 11. Multi-speed Rear Hub/Sprocket 6. Carrier...
  • Page 6: Battery And Charger

    B. Battery and Charger 1. Battery 5. Twist Freedom Charger 2. Grip 6. Charger plug 3. Battery Lock 7. Power source plug 4. Charging socket C. Handlebar and Stem (Freedom CS) 1. Handlebar 4. Power control switch 2. Left hand control 5.
  • Page 7 Handlebar and Stem (Express RS) 1. Handlebar 4. Gear shifter 2. Left hand control 5. Gear indicator 3. Handlebar stem...
  • Page 8: Battery And Charger Operation

    A. Normal Charging Step 1 Turn the Power Control Switch (on right side of the handlebar) of Twist Freedom CS to the “off” position and turn off the power (in the display) of Twist Freedom CS Lite/Express RS Step 2...
  • Page 9: Battery Charging

    Lift the battery pack out of its holder. Step 5 Place the battery in a horizontal position and then insert the Twist Freedom charger plug into the battery’s charging socket. Step 6 Connect the power source plug into an electric outlet (AC 110~240 volts) and make sure that all poles are fully inserted into the socket.
  • Page 10 Mount the battery into its holder. Step A Slide the battery pack into its holder at a 45-degree angle. Make sure the “GIANT” logo on the battery is on the outside of the bicycle. Step B Replace the grip. Gently pivot the battery pack to an upright position until the battery pack snaps into place.
  • Page 11: Battery Lock Key

    Battery Lock Key Your Giant Twist comes standard with 2 battery lock keys, we suggest you keep one in a safe place for emergencies. Giant Twist bike keys may be duplicated by a qualified locksmith. Blank keys for Twist are available through your Authorized Giant Dealer.
  • Page 12 At the end of a useful life, lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. In various localities, there are laws regulating proper disposal. When your Twist battery must be replaced, please return it to an Authorized Giant Dealer for recycling. Your Authorized Giant Dealer can also order a replacement battery for you.
  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    D. Safety Precautions These safety precautions are provided for your benefit to protect you and those around you. Please read and follow them carefully to avoid unnecessary injury, damage to the product, or damage to other property. 1. Battery Do not throw the battery in to a fire. Do not apply the battery to other appliances.
  • Page 14: How Things Work

    Twist bike. Be sure to read and to understand this section of the owner’s manual. If you have even the slightest doubt about how any of the mechanical features of the Twist operate, talk to your Authorized Giant Dealer. A. HYBRID CYCLING TECHNOLOGY Hybrid Cycling Technology provides motor assistance based on your pedaling force and speed.
  • Page 15: Left Hand Control

    C. Left Hand Control The Left hand control is located on the left side of the handlebar. CS Model Assist mode indicator Self test function Assist mode Battery level indicator button select button CS Lite/Express RS Model ON/OFF Button Assist mode select button When you turn the power switch to “L”...
  • Page 16: Malfunction Model

    If the Twist passed these two tests, you must turn the Power Control Switch to “OFF” and then back to “R” or “L” to ride again. If the Twist did NOT pass either or both of these tests, bring it to your Authorized Giant Dealer for service.
  • Page 17: Service & Maintenance

    4. Service & Maintenance A. Recommendation for washing Giant Hybrid bike uses plastic shells to cover the electric parts, so it is forbidden to wash the plastic with water. Please use soft cloth with neutral solution to wipe the dirt on those plastic shells. After that, wipe it dry with clean soft cloth.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide

    This table is only a guide to aid you in getting your electric vehicle operating, should you have any problem. If you are unable to get your electric vehicle operating, bring your electric vehicle to an Authorized Giant retailer. Symptom...
  • Page 19: Guarantee

    1.2 Only the first owner of a new Giant bicycle can eventually lay a claim to the guarantee, in the event and for as far as this first owner has obtained the new Giant bicycle from a dealer that has been approved by Giant.
  • Page 20 (including the untimely replacement of the parts mentioned in article 3.1). 5.2 In the event that Giant accepts a claim on the guarantee, then this does not in any case imply an acceptance of any liability for possible damages. If and for as far as there is some talk of suffered (consequential) damages, Giant excludes all liability for that as far as she is not legally bound to compensate these damages.

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