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Welcome Thank you for choosing BionX™. It is our goal to provide you with the highest quality electric propulsion systems available, and offer you the best possible after sales experience. This document serves as a supplement to your bicycle user manual. Please read this manual thoroughly, even if you are an experienced cyclist.
Read all of the enclosed installation and operating instructions from the manufacturer and follow the instructions, if any, prior to its first use. 3. Familiarize yourself with your electric bicycle and the functions of the BionX system in a safe environment before participating in road traffic for the first time.
Table of Contents User Precautions Description of the BionX D-Series System Description of the BionX S-Series System Description of the BionX P-Series System Inserting or Removing the Console Inserting or Removing the Battery Handling and Charging the Battery Power Supply...
Description of the BionX D-Series System G2 Console • Removable G2 console • Illuminated LCD display with battery state-of-charge • 4 Assistance levels • 4 Generate levels • Backlight, and bicycle light controls (if applicable) • Offers cycle computer functions (speed, odometer,...
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Brake switch • A surface mounted reed switch and magnet – connected to the BionX console • Upon brake application, assistance is shut off (“kill switch”) and Generate mode is activated Power Supply • Power supply to recharge the 48V Li-Ion battery •...
Description of the BionX S-Series System G2 Console • Removable G2 console • Illuminated LCD display with battery state-of-charge • 4 Assistance levels • 4 Generate levels • Backlight, and bicycle light controls (if applicable) • Offers cycle computer functions (speed, odometer,...
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• 8, 9, and 10 speed cassette compatible (NA only, where available) Brake switch • A surface mounted reed switch and magnet – connected to the BionX console • Upon brake application, assistance is shut off (“kill switch”) and Generate mode is activated Power Supply •...
Description of the BionX P-Series System G2 Console (systems 2011 to present) • Removable G2 console • Illuminated LCD display with battery state-of-charge • 4 Assistance levels • 4 Generate levels • Backlight, and bicycle light controls (if applicable) • Offers cycle computer functions (speed, odometer,...
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• Input voltage: switchable between 115-230V • Output voltage: 22V, 26V or 37V depending upon model • Max. charge current: 2A *Note: the 500 watt motor is not legal in all jurisdictions. Check with your local BionX dealer for local legislation and/or availability.
Inserting or Removing the Console “click” Inserting the console • Slide the console into the console mount on the handlebar • Make sure that the console engages securely. When inserted correctly, you will hear a “click” Removing the console • Release the console by pushing the release lever on the console mount •...
“click” Removing the down tube battery Turn off the BionX propulsion system via the console (no illustration) Lightly press on the battery release arm, insert the key and turn clockwise The lock cylinder will pop out, freeing the battery release arm...
Handling and Charging the Battery WARNING BionX batteries shall only be recharged with BionX chargers or BionX power supplies. The use of other power supplies/chargers can damage the battery. Never short circuit the bat- tery by connecting the contacts of the battery. Never open the battery, as this could dam- age the battery and possibly lead to overheating.
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6 months for a fully discharged battery, and up to 18 months for a fully charged battery. To activate a battery that has entered Deep Sleep mode, connect it to the 26V BionX power supply and allow it to complete a full charge cycle.
The power supply is suitable for line voltage ranges of 110-115V or 220-230V, and com- pensates automatically. The 48V battery is designed to be charged by a 26V BionX power supply. The battery has an integrated charger which permits the use of a small, portable...
37V battery charging procedure, systems 2011 to present (single LED charger) • Connect the charger and battery by inserting the charge connector into the charge port. The BionX system should be turned off • Connect the charger to a power receptacle •...
Generate mode. In the Assistance mode, your pedaling is assisted proportionally by an electric motor that drives the rear wheel. A torque sensor is located on the axle of the BionX motor and measures the effort provided by the rider; this produces a natural feeling assistance from the motor.
Operating the BionX Propulsion System G2 Console Power (bicycle) mode 7. Speedometer 8. Trip distance/average speed/ Cycle chronometer/odometer/clock State-of-charge 9. Assist level (A) indicator 10. Generate level (G) 11. Wrench symbol Turn the system on Briefly push either top button on the console. The battery will beep 4 times and you will see a countdown,...
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WARNING If this symbol appears please contact your BionX dealer for service. Mountain Mode (where available) Hold the button from any level of (A) or (G) to engage.
Generation 1-4: From press for more resistance for less resistance NOTE The G2 throttle is only compatible with the G2 console, and may not be available in all jurisdictions. Check with your local BionX dealer for local legislation and/or availability.
Programming the Basic Settings In general, all settings of your BionX electric propulsion system are pre-set. Basic display functions can be set by entering the programming mode. Contact your dealer to customize the advanced functions of your system. Turn on the programming mode Simultaneously push until the display shows “0000”.
Removing and Installing the Rear Wheel We recommend the removal and installation of the rear wheel to be done by a qualified dealer. Should you have to do this yourself, please follow the instructions below: WARNING Always turn off the propulsion system prior to connecting or disconnecting the motor cables.
It must be ensured that no dirt or humidity penetrates the battery docking station when the battery is removed. The BionX motor does not require maintenance.
Optimizing the Range of the Battery The following factors influence the range of your battery: Climbing Riding up steep hills requires much more energy than riding on flat ground. More effort, proper cadence, and/or a change to a more gradual route can greatly affect overall range. Level of assistance Choose the level of assist required based on riding conditions, rather than just riding in one particular level all the time.
When transporting a BionX equipped bicycle on a bike rack, always remove the battery and the console. In case of inclement weather, your motor and system connections should be protected from the elements.
48V BionX batteries are now equipped with “Deep Sleep” mode, a new function that preserves battery energy. To activate a battery that has entered Deep Sleep mode, connect it to the 26V BionX power sup- ply. If the battery is removed from the system when doing so, allow the battery 5 minutes until it turns off...
Warranty Information and Guarantee The BionX warranty covers a two (2) year period for all parts of the BionX propulsion systems to the first owner - which is non-transferable, within the framework of the following conditions: 1. This warranty exclusively covers systems provided by BionX excluding all the other bicycle components provided by other bicycle manufacturers.
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In the case of use of the battery in systems that are not approved for such use with this particular product. d) In the case of the operation of the BionX system with batteries other than the batteries designed for the BionX system (refer to user manual).
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