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General Original User Manual
Original User Manual | Pedelec with centre motor
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Original User Manual | Pedelec Impulse
Original User Manual | Pedelec Impulse Ergo
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Original User Manual | Pedelec Impulse Speed
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Original User Manual | Pedelec Groove
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Original User Manual | Pedelec Xion
Original User Manual | Bosch Performance Line
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Original User Manual | Bosch Active Line
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Raleigh Univega GmbH 2013
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  • Page 1 Original User Manual | Pedelec Impulse Speed Original User Manual | Pedelec Groove Original User Manual | Pedelec Xion Original User Manual | Bosch Performance Line Original User Manual | Bosch Active Line Raleigh Univega GmbH 2013 * Not included in this document.
  • Page 2 General User Manual English Raleigh Univega GmbH 2012...
  • Page 3 1 The bike and its components Handlebar Handlebar stem Bell Headset Front light 6 Mudguard Fork Front wheel brake 9 Tyres 10 Wheels 11 Bottom bracket 12 Pedals 13 Chain 14 Rear derailleur 14 a Front derailleur 14 b Rear derailleur 15 Rear light 16 Reflector 17 Pannier rack...

  • Page 4: Preface

    2 Preface Your bike has been delivered to you fully assembled. If parts of your bike have not been installed, please con- sult your specialist cycle shop. The purpose of this User Manual is to help you use your bike safely in the manner for which is is intended, and en- joy all its benefits for many years to come.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    3 Content 9.2.4 Adjusting the saddle angle 1 The bike and its components 9.2.4.1 With a two-bolt seatpost 2 Preface 9.2.4.2 With a seatpost saddle clamp 3 Content 9.2.4.3 With a suspension seatpost 4 Safety information Adjusting the handlebar position Basic safety information 9.3.1 Adjusting / aligning the handlebar height For your own safety...
  • Page 6 18 Repairing a puncture 20 Bike chain 18.1 Opening the brake 20.1 Maintenance of bike chains 21 Brake, brake levers and brake systems 18.1.1 Opening the cantilever or V-brake 18.1.2 Removing the hydraulic rim brake 21.1 Important information and precautionary measures 18.1.3 Opening the side-pull calliper brake 21.2 Brake lever...
  • Page 7 23 Add-on components 27.5 Brake pads 23.1 Pannier rack 27.6 Brake discs 23.1.1 Front pannier rack 27.7 Bike chains or toothed belts 23.1.2 Rear pannier rack 27.8 Chainrings, sprocket wheels and jockey wheels 23.2 Wheel guards / mudguards 27.9 Lamps of lighting set 23.2.1 Re-engaging the safety-release mechanism 27.10 Handlebar tapes and handle grips...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    › As the legal guardian, you are responsible for the safety of your child and any damage he/she may › Always use a suitable bicycle helmet and wear it cause when cycling. You should therefore make correctly.

  • Page 9: Bike Safety

    If you wish to ride in road traffic in Austria, you must ob- › Have maintenance and repairs carried out by a serve Ordinance 146 / Bicycle Ordinance. professional bike workshop (for maintenance intervals, refer to ➠ Chapter 28 "Regular inspec- Make sure each time you use your bike that it actually is tions").

  • Page 10: Intended Use

    Trekking bike / all-terrain bike lations (StVZO) in Germany. When performing technical modifications, bear in mind that electrical components (ATB), if equipped in accordance must only be replaced by type-tested components. with the applicable road traffic licensing regulations 6 Intended use General information Bikes are a means of transportation for one person.

  • Page 11: Mountain Bike (Mtb) / Cross Bike

    Mountain bike (MTB) / cross bike The bike is exempt from these requirements for the dura- tion of officially approved cycling events. The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability claims should the bike not be used as intended. This par- ticularly applies for non-observance of the safety informa- tion and damage resulting for example from: •...

  • Page 12: Before The First Ride

    7 Before the first ride Never inflate the tyres to less than the minimum or more than the maximum specified tyre pressure. As a rule of thumb, e.g. when on the road, you can check the tyre pressure as follows: If you press your thumbs into the inflated tyre, there should not be much give in the tyre even if you press hard.

  • Page 13: Before Every Ride

    8 Before every ride 9 Setting up the bike for the rider Road bikes or mountain bikes can also be supplied with- out pedals. Proceed as follows if you wish to fit pedals to your bike yourself: Although a great deal of care has been taken during production and assembly, parts may still come loose or change function during transportation for example.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Seat Position

    Adjusting the seat position Make sure you fit or screw in the pedals straight, as 9.2.1 Adjusting the bike saddle otherwise you could damage the thread in the crank arm beyond repair. The seat position is decisive for your well-being and cy- cling performance.

  • Page 15: Determining The Correct Saddle Height

    Quick-release device › When closed, quick-release levers must lie flat against the frame, fork and saddle clamp. Make sure that quick-release devices for the hubs point backwards when closed as otherwise they could snag on obstructions when the bike is moving and open.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Saddle Angle

    9.2.4.1 With a two-bolt seatpost Some seatposts have two screws for adjusting the sad- The minimum insertion depth is marked on the seat- dle angle, one in front of and one behind the seat tube. post. If this is not the case, the minimum insertion If you want to tilt the saddle forwards, loosen the rear depth must be 7.5 cm.

  • Page 17: With A Suspension Seatpost

    9.2.4.3 With a suspension seatpost › Bend your upper body towards the handlebar until you have found a position that is comfortable for Suspension seatposts reduce vibrations caused by uneven your back. roads thereby reducing stress on the spinal column. ›...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Handlebar Height With

    9.3.4 Adjusting the handlebar position by turning the handlebar Never tighten the handlebar stem if the maximum mark or stop mark is above the top of the shaft. If you Loosen the hexagon socket screws on the front of the cannot find a mark, insert the handlebar stem into stem.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Handlebar Height With An Adjustable Handlebar Stem

    10 Frame 9.3.5 Adjusting the handlebar height with an adjustable handlebar stem The form of the frame depends on the bike type and func- tion. Frames are manufactured from different materials With some types of handlebar stems, you can vary the –...

  • Page 20: Headset

    11 Headset 12 Fork The front wheel is held in place by the bike fork. The bike fork consists of two fork blades, the fork crown and steer- ing tube. Headset The headset is the bearing for the bike fork in the frame. If the headset has been properly adjusted, it will turn easily.

  • Page 21: Suspension Frame And Suspension Elements

    13 Suspension frame and suspension response, but does not strike through if you ride over an obstruction. It must give slightly when you sit on your elements bike. 13.1 Frame with rear suspension 13.2 Care and maintenance If you wish to ride offroad in a particularly sporty manner You can clean your full-suspension MTB in the usual man- or with a high degree of comfort, you may have opted for a ner.

  • Page 22: Bottom Bracket And Cranks

    14 Bottom bracket and cranks 16 Wheels Chainrings are wear parts. Their service life depends on various factors, e.g. 16.1 Checking the wheels • maintenance and care, The wheels connect the bike with the surface you are rid- ing on. The wheels are subject to a particularly high level •...

  • Page 23: Checking The Rims

    17 Tyres and inner tubes triangle backwards and forwards perpendicular to the direction of travel. › If you notice that there is play between the bear- 17.1 Tyres ings or if you encounter resistance when turning the wheel, have the hub bearing adjusted by a spe- A large number of different tyre types exist.

  • Page 24: Tubeless Tyres

    The tyre pressure is frequently stated in PSI. ➠ Chap- ter 30 "Technical data" contains a table which you can use to convert tyre pressures from PSI into bar. Only use tubed tyres on the designated rims. These do not have turned-up edges (rim flanges) and instead have a smooth inwards-curving surface onto which the tubed tyre is glued.

  • Page 25: Repairing A Puncture

    18 Repairing a puncture To inflate an inner tube with a Sclaverand or road valve, proceed as follows: To repair a puncture, you will need the following equip- ment: • Plastic tyre lever • Patches • Rubber solution • Sandpaper •...

  • Page 26: Opening The Side-Pull Calliper Brake

    18.1.3 Opening the side-pull calliper brake 18.2.2 Removing the rear wheel › Open the quick-release lever on the brake arm or › If your bike is equipped with derailleur gears, shift brake lever. down to the smallest sprocket. The rear derailleur does not prevent the wheel from being removed in ›...

  • Page 27: Removing The Tyre And Inner Tube

    › 2. Pull the outer casing out from the outer casing › 5. Undo the wheel nuts and put them to one side. holder of the cassette joint, and then remove the Remove the lock washers from the wheel axle. inner cable from the slit in the bracket.

  • Page 28: Fitting The Tyre And Inner Tube

    18.5 Fitting the tyre and inner tube 18.6 Fitting the wheel Please note that the work steps described here are for a specific example. Please observe the information from the relevant manu- facturer or consult your specialist cycle shop. Make sure that foreign bodies do not enter the inside of the tyre.
  • Page 29 › 2. Fit the fixing washers onto both sides of the hub axle. Turn the shifting arm until the projections on the fixing washers engage with the slits in the Counter the clamp nut with a 10 mm spanner when dropouts.
  • Page 30 Installing the shifting cable with hub gears › Attach the inner cable to the pulley as shown in the illustration, pass the inner cable through the slit in › Bring the cable around to the cassette joint pulley, the cassette joint bracket, and then insert the end hold so that the inner cable fixing nut is facing to of the outer casing securely into the outer casing the outside (toward the dropout), and then slide...

  • Page 31: Bike Gears

    19 Bike gears Check that the inner cable is correctly seated inside the pulley guide. 19.1 Derailleur gears This User Manual describes the handling of typical, com- mercially available gear-shift components for MTB, ATB, cross and road bikes. Separate instructions are provided for other components on the CD or on the web pages of the CJ-8S20 CJ-8S20...

  • Page 32: Operating The Shifting Lever

    19.1.1 Operating the shifting lever The bike chain must not be on the smallest chainring 19.1.1.1 Shifting lever on road bike at the front and the small outer rear sprocket wheel simultaneously. The bike chain must not be on the Shimano shifting lever largest chainring at the front and large inner sprocket wheel at the rear simultaneously.
  • Page 33 Operating the rear derailleur shifting lever Lever a: Shift to a larger sprocket. When lever a is pressed, lever b moves with it. How- Lever a engages in positions 1, 2 and 3. ever, you should avoid putting any pressure on lever b in doing so.
  • Page 34 Operating the front derailleur lever with trimming Trimming (noise prevention) (noise prevention), optional Depending on the position of the chain after shifting, it may rub against the outer chain guide plate or inner chain Gear shifting operations guide plate of the front derailleur and produce noise. In this case, lightly press lever a or lever b to move the front Lever a: Shift to a larger chainring derailleur until it is no longer in contact with the chain.
  • Page 35 TRIMMING CHAIN POSITION INDICATION LEVER OPERATION FRONT DERAILLEUR MOVEMENT large chainring Chain in contact with outer chain guide plate Lever Trimming Outer chain guide plate before trimming after trimming smaller sprockets Front derailleur movement Middle chainring Smaller sprockets Small chainring Click-in position (contact)

  • Page 36: Shifting Lever On Mtb, Trekking And Touring Bike

    SRAM shifting lever Setting the swivel range The range of the shifting and brake lever pivoting move- ment can be adjusted individually to suit the size of your hand. XX° 0° X° › First, set the shifting lever range then adjust the Click Click brake lever until the brake lever limit stop makes...
  • Page 37 Gear shift complete stroke Click-in position Trimming operation Click-in position H b l (B) Lever Lever Shifting from a large to a smaller chainring Press lever b once to move the chain from a large to a When lever b is operated, there is one click where trim- smaller chainring.
  • Page 38 Rear derailleur The adjustment screw may also be on the shifting lever or on the frame. Have your specialist cycle shop carry out maintenance Adjustment screw on the derailleur gears, or replace or adjust them. Precision adjustment / rear derailleur Operate the shifting lever to shift the chain from the small- est sprocket to the second sprocket.

  • Page 39: Hub Gears

    Cleaning › Whenever possible, avoid using cleaning agents on The gears can be changed when the pedals are turn- the chain. If you use cleaning agents, such as rust ing. Very occasionally, the hub may produce a harm- remover, this may wash lubricant out of the chain less noise which is caused by its internal cogs and which could lead to malfunctions.

  • Page 40: Adjusting Gears With Shimano Hub Gears

    19.2.2 Adjusting gears with Shimano hub › Turn the cable adjustment bolt on the shift lever to align the marking lines. Next, set the Revo-shift gears lever from position 4 to position 1 then back to position 4. Check that the yellow marking lines still Example shown is a 7/8-speed hub.

  • Page 41: Bike Chain

    20 Bike chain There are two types of bike chain: Tighten all screws to the prescribed torque as other- wise screws could shear off and components could • A wide bike chain (½ × 1 / 8") for hub gears and come loose or detach altogether (see ➠...

  • Page 42: Brake, Brake Levers And Brake Systems

    21 Brake, brake levers and brake Rubber brake blocks and brake pads must not come into contact with oil or grease. If the rubber brake blocks and systems brake pads come into contact with oil or grease, this dras- tically reduces their braking performance and they must This User Manual describes the maintenance and handling be replaced.

  • Page 43: Brake Lever

    21.2 Brake lever 21.3.1 Drum and roller brakes With the roller brake or drum brake, the braking force is transmitted via a cable from the hand brake lever to the 21.2.1 Standard brake lever brake system. If applied continuously for an extended period, roller brakes or drum brakes become very hot.

  • Page 44: Back-Pedal Brake

    21.3.2 Back-pedal brake With back-pedal brakes the braking force is transmitted Avoid operating the back-pedal brake continuously on by the foot via the chain to the brake system. If applied long descents as the internal components of the brake continuously for an extended period, back-pedal brakes system can become extremely hot which reduces brak- become very hot.

  • Page 45: Rim Brakes

    21.4 Rim brakes 21.4.2 Adjusting the brake-pad clearance in relation to the rim Turn the cable adjustment bolt to adjust the clearance between the brake pad and the rim. Turn the bolt inwards (clockwise) to increase the brake-pad clearance. Turn the V-brakes produce an extremely high braking force.

  • Page 46: Wear Of Brake Pad

    21.4.3 Wear of brake pad If required, you can readjust the rebound force via the spring adjustment screw so that both brake arms move Most brake pads for rim brakes come with grooves or symmetrically. Once you have done this, check that the notches.

  • Page 47: Hydraulic Disc Brake

    If you hear unusual noises when braking, the brake blocks If the brake disc is worn, cracked or bent it must be re- may have reached their wear limit. Allow the brakes to placed. Have this work carried out by a professional bike cool down then check the brake block depth.

  • Page 48: Vapour Bubble Formation

    21.5.2 Vapour bubble formation › Vapour bubble formation can occur if the brakes Brake pads and brake blocks are wear parts. Have the are operated continuously for some time, e. g. dur- brake pads of hydraulic disc brakes checked regularly, ing a long steep descent.

  • Page 49: Lighting System

    22 Lighting system 22.3 Generator / dynamo The dynamo produces the energy required to operate the front and rear lights. There are different types of dynamos. In some EU countries, only lighting systems that are 22.3.1 Sidewall dynamo prescribed by national legislation (the Road Traffic Li- censing Regulations (StVZO) in Germany for example) and have been approved for use may be installed on bikes.

  • Page 50: Hub Dynamo

    22.4 Failure of the lighting system 22.3.2 Hub dynamo The hub dynamo is inside the hub of the front wheel. The hub dynamo is highly efficient, and the wear is extremely low. If the lighting system fails or develops a fault when riding in the dark this could cause a serious accident.

  • Page 51: Add-On Components

    23 Add-on components 23.1.1 Front pannier rack 23.1 Pannier rack The pannier racks on the bike satisfy the standard EN 14873. The load-carrying capacity of the pannier rack falls into one of four possible categories: 5 kg, 10 kg, 18 kg and 25 kg. The information on load-carrying capacity is embossed on Front pannier rack the pannier rack.

  • Page 52: Wheel Guards / Mudguards

    If you notice that a wheel guard is damaged, always re- place it before using the bike again. If you carry pannier bags or other loads on the pan- nier racks, make sure they are securely attached. 23.2.1 Re-engaging the safety-release Make sure that nothing can become caught in the spokes and the turning wheels.

  • Page 53: Accessories And Equipment

    24 Accessories and equipment › Never attach the child seat to the bike handle- bars directly as it will not be possible to steer the bike safely. › Do not use a suspension saddle if you are car- rying a child in a child seat behind the saddle. The child's fingers could be crushed.

  • Page 54: Bike Stand

    24.2 Bike stand 24.4 Bike basket The fixing for the basket must not damage the handle- › Never leave your child sitting unattended in the bar or handlebar stem. child seat when you park your bike. The bike › Attach the basket so as not to cover the front could fall over and severely injure the child.

  • Page 55: Bike Carriers For Mounting On Roof And Rear Of Car

    25 Bike carriers for mounting on 26 Carbon components roof and rear of car Carbon is a specific material that requires special han- dling and care when setting up and carrying out mainte- nance on the bike as well as when riding and also during transportation and storage.

  • Page 56: Visual Inspection

    Inspect the following components and areas regularly (at ranty void. This kind of adapter should only be least every 100 km) for cracks, fractures or changes in fitted by a specialist cycle shop. surface appearance. Furthermore, if you come off the bike •...

  • Page 57: Carbon Wheels

    26.7 Carbon wheels ment of pannier racks, trailers and other fixtures are not permitted due to the risk of breakage. Surface wear, change of surface, e. g. due to heat pro- duced when braking, abrasion of brake blocks, wheel hub 26.10 Splinters or their flanks If you are using a bike with carbon rims, bear in mind that...

  • Page 58: Care And Maintenance Of The Bike

    27 Care and maintenance of the bike › Have defective parts replaced before you ride the bike again. › Touch up damaged paintwork. 27.1 Care Treat all parts that are susceptible to corrosion more frequently than other parts with preservatives and care products, especially during the winter and in aggressive Do not allow care products or oils to come into con- environments such as coastal regions as otherwise your...

  • Page 59: Tyres

    27.3 Tyres 27.6 Brake discs Due to their function, bike tyres are subject to wear. This Brake discs also wear out as a result of intensive braking, depends on how the bike is used and the rider can influ- or during the course of time. Find out from the manufac- ence this significantly.

  • Page 60: Handlebar Tapes And Handle Grips

    27.10 Handlebar tapes and handle grips 27.15 Sliding bearings and bearings for full-suspension frames, suspension Handlebar tapes and handle grips are subject to function- forks or other suspension elements related wear and therefore may need to be replaced. The suspension components on the bike, particularly the ›...

  • Page 61: Regular Inspections

    28 Regular inspections › Have the following components readjusted: • headset, As the spokes settle, the length of the brake and shifting cables increases and the bearings will run in during the • gearshift, first kilometres on the bike, you will have to have an ini- •...

  • Page 62: Link List

    29 Link list after 3000 kilometres › If necessary, the You can obtain important information on your bike and its components via these links. The relevant user manual • hubs, is normally provided on the manufacturer's web pages, in • headset, addition to important tips for use and making settings.

  • Page 63: Technical Data

    30 Technical data 30.1 Maximum permitted gross weight of bike The maximum permitted gross weight of the bike compris- es the weight of the bike, the weight of the rider and the weight of the luggage. It also includes the laden weight of a trailer.

  • Page 64: Maximum Permitted Loading Of Pannier Rack

    30.2 Maximum permitted loading Observe the minimum screw-in depth. For hard aluminium alloys this is at least 1.4 times the screw diameter (e.g. of pannier rack nominal diameter M 5 × 1.4 = 7 mm). Whenever possible, you should tighten all safety-relevant screw connections using a torque wrench.
  • Page 65 SCREW CONNECTION THREAD TIGHTENING TORQUE (NM) General Crank arm, steel M8x1 Crank arm, alu M8x1 Pedal 9 / 16" Axle nuts, front gen. Axle nuts, rear gen. Stem expander bolt wedge Stem, A-head, angle adjustment Stem, A-head, handlebar clamping fixture M5 / M6 / M7 M5: 5 / M6: 10 / M7: 14 Stem, A-head, head tube M5 / M6 / M7...

  • Page 66: General Tightening Torques For Screw Connections

    30.5 Lighting set 30.3.1 General tightening torques for screw connections Depending on which type of lighting set is fitted on your bike you may require different spare lamps. The following The screw grade, e.g. 8.8, is embossed in the screw head. table shows which bulbs you require.

  • Page 67: Warranty Conditions

    31 Warranty conditions • Non-compatible add-on components that were not part of the scope of delivery at the time the prod- Read ➠ Chapter 27 "Care and maintenance of the bike" uct was handed over, or damage caused by unpro- carefully.
  • Page 68 I General User Manual...
  • Page 69 We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your new bike! Copyright © 2012 Raleigh Univega GmbH Reproduction in whole or in part is not permitted without the consent of Raleigh Univega GmbH. Subject to misprints, errors and technical modifications.
  • Page 70 Original User Manual | Version 2 | 28.11.2013 Pedelec Impulse 2.0 English Item no. 1973K0014008...
  • Page 71 Contents 1 Safety 7.3.2 Battery charge state indicator General 7.3.3 Units Statutory requirements 7.3.4 Remaining range indicator 1.2.1 Meaning for the rider Programming and settings Battery 7.4.1 Drive data Charger 7.4.2 Delete trip data Motor 7.4.3 Delete overall data Adjustments/maintenance/repair 7.4.4 Device settings Transportation of the Pedelec 7.4.4.1...
  • Page 72 Introduction PROCEDURE B: 1. Insert the CD. Thank you for choosing the Pedelec Impulse 2.0 from Derby Cycle. This Pedelec is equipped with an innovative 2. Using the mouse, right-click once on: “Open folder to electric drive that assists you when you are cycling. This display files.”...

  • Page 73: Safety

    1 Safety breakage or failure of safety-relevant components ➠ Chapter 11 “Technical data”. The User Manual contains the following symbols that denote dangers or important information. Read all the safety information. Failure to observe the instructions can cause electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. If you wish to make any adjustments to the ride characteristics of your Pedelec, please consult your specialist cycle shop.

  • Page 74: Battery

    • The regulations governing the use of cycle paths A short circuit between the battery contacts can are the same as for normal bikes. cause burns or fire. Short-circuit damage which emerges in this context voids all guarantee claims. These regulations apply to you wherever you are in the European Union.

  • Page 75: Charger

    The battery should not be left unattended while charging. Alternatively, charge the battery in a metal box. The Pedelec operates using extra-low voltage (36 volts). Never attempt to operate the Pedelec Damaged batteries must not be charged (risk of using power from a source other than a suitable explosion!).

  • Page 76: Motor

    Motor Transportation of the Pedelec If children are present, keep a close eye on them, For the transportation of your Pedelec, we recom- especially if there is a possibility they could insert mend removing the battery from the Pedelec and objects into the motor through apertures in the packaging it separately.

  • Page 77: Composition Of The Vehicle

    2 Composition of the vehicle Control panel 1. Display 2. Display small Seatpost clamp Battery (with quick-release (on down tube or seat tube) lever or screw) Frame 1. Seat tube Handlebar 2. Down tube Saddle Seatpost Motor Pedal Fork Wheel Original User Manual | Pedelec Impulse 2.0...

  • Page 78: First Steps

    3 First steps Checking the tightening torques Check that all screws and important components are fas- OPEN tened securely and correctly. You will find a table with im- Opening the quick-release lever portant screw connections and the prescribed tightening torques in ➠ Chapter 30 “Technical data” of the “Original User Manual | General”...

  • Page 79: Quick Start

    4 Quick start the holder until the locking mechanism engages. b) Seat tube battery: If you removed the battery for Charge the battery completely before riding for the first time. Charge temperature: 0°C to 45°C. charging, reinsert the battery into the holder on the Pedelec from the left-hand side.

  • Page 80: Battery

    10°C and 30°C. If your bicycle is an Impulse 2.0 Offroad, wait five seconds after switching on before turning the pedals. If you do not wait, you may not get full assistance.

  • Page 81: Removing The Battery

    5.1.1 Removing the battery 5.1.2 Charging operation 1. Grip the battery by the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unlocked. Before charging the battery, read the directions on the charger carefully. 1.

  • Page 82: Installing The Battery

    5.1.3 Installing the battery stage is in progress, the corresponding LED flashes. If this stage has been fully charged, the LED will light 1. a) Down tube battery: Insert the battery into the bat- up permanently. Now the next LED will begin to flash. tery holder of the Pedelec from the front/above.

  • Page 83: Battery Information System

    Battery information system * All 5 LEDs flash quickly: The battery is a) empty and is being switched off, or is b) overloaded. There is a display panel on the outer face of the battery a) If the battery is overloaded, it will switch back on after which includes five LEDs and a battery key or push button.

  • Page 84: Battery Management

    Warranty and service life Batteries are wear parts. Wear parts come with a two-year The range of the battery is less in winter due to warranty. the lower temperatures. Only move the battery from the warm room where you store it and fit it If a fault occurs during this period, your specialist cycle on your Pedelec just before you set off.

  • Page 85: Storage

    Disposal A fully charged battery ages at an even greater rate than a partially charged one at high temperatures. Batteries are not to be disposed of with domestic waste. • If you always ride with maximum motor output, Consumers are legally bound to dispose of used or dam- your motor will always require a stronger cur- aged batteries at the locations designated for the purpose rent.

  • Page 86: Control Panel And Display

    7.1.1 Switching on/off The battery can be charged at temperatures between 0°C and 45°C. Press the button on the control panel to switch the Im- pulse system on. After a few seconds, the welcome screen appears, followed by the start menu. From there you can carry out further settings ➠...

  • Page 87: Display Small

    Display small 7.2.2 Battery charge state indicator The battery charge state indicator is located at the top on the right of the display. Using a stylised battery divided into seven segments, it shows the charge remaining in the battery. The lower the charge state of the battery, the few- er segments are displayed.

  • Page 88: Units

    7.2.3 Units • The display of journey time during the current trip and the top speed reached on this trip. Press and hold the button for three seconds to switch • The average speed during the current trip and between kmh (speed)/ km (remaining range indicator) and the total distance covered.

  • Page 89: Drive Data

    7.4.4 Device settings pressing the button. The respective contents are then displayed for you. In order to return to the main menu Under the menu sub-item “Device settings”, you can select display from the menu sub-items, you must select the the following items by pressing the button: menu sub-item “Back”...

  • Page 90: Drive

    Brightness: You can select the following values using the Wheel circumference: You can set the “wheel circumfer- ence” to any value between 1540 mm and 2330 mm by button: pressing the buttons on the control panel. Tapping Very bright button confirms your selection and then takes you back to the menu sub-item display.

  • Page 91: Miscellaneous

    7.4.4.3 Miscellaneous Choose from the following using the button. • Factory settings • Software • Back Confirm your selection by tapping the button. Factory settings: The following question appears: “Restore factory settings?”. Select “Yes” if you wish to reset the Display capital letters system to its condition upon delivery.
  • Page 92 You can select the sub-items using the buttons. Pressing the button takes you to the respective sub- item. By selecting the sub-item “Back” and the button to confirm, you are taken to the menu sub-item display once more. The information regarding the price, average con- sumption and the fuel type is necessary to enable calculation of the money and CO saved in compar-...

  • Page 93: The Motor

    8 The motor ing with and without power assist may seem more or less abrupt. Operation Range If you switch on the assistance and start pedalling, the The distance you can travel using the power assist with motor starts as soon as the rear wheel is turning. the battery fully charged depends on several factors: The thrust delivered by the motor depends on three Selected assist level...

  • Page 94: Riding Your Pedelec Efficiently

    Riding your Pedelec efficiently Technical condition of your Pedelec • Make sure the tyre pressure is correct. If you ride You can monitor and influence the cost of your journeys your bike with too little air in the tyres, this can with the Pedelec yourself.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    9 Troubleshooting TEXT CAUSE SOLUTION Battery heats up to more than High ambient temperatures Suspend the charging process and allow the 45°C during charging. battery to cool down. Then charge the battery in a cooler environment. If the problem still occurs, contact your specialist cycle shop;...

  • Page 96: Cleaning

    “Motor temperature is too high” The motor has become too Allow the motor to cool down before resuming hot. For example, after riding your journey. up a long, steep incline in a high gear. Constant display “PEDAL” Backpedal brake switch Consult your specialist cycle shop.

  • Page 97: Technical Data

    11 Technical data MOTOR Brushless electric motor with gear unit and freewheel Output 250 W rated output Gross weight Freewheel motor Backpedal brake motor of electric drive, 11 Ah 15 Ah 12 Ah 17 Ah battery, control unit 6.65 kg 6.75 kg 6.75 kg 6.75 / 6.85 kg...
  • Page 98 We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your new Pedelec with Impulse drive. Reproduction, in whole or in part, is not permitted without the consent of Derby Cycle Werke GmbH / Raleigh Univega GmbH. Subject to misprints, errors and technical modifications. Derby Cycle Werke GmbH / Raleigh Univega GmbH Siemensstrasse 1–3...
  • Page 99 Original User Manual Xion Pedelec English...
  • Page 100 Contents 1 Safety 7.4.1 Tour Reset General 7.4.2 Assist mode Statutory requirements 7.4.3 Brake assist 1.2.1 Meaning for the rider 7.4.4 Push assist Battery 7.4.5 Settings Motor 7.4.5.1 Date Adjustments/maintenance/repair 7.4.5.2 Time Transportation of the Pedelec 7.4.5.3 Language 1.6.1 The Pedelec and your car 7.4.5.4 Units 1.6.2 The Pedelec on trains...
  • Page 101 Introduction PROCEDURE B: 1. Insert the CD. Thank you for choosing the Xion Pedelec from our com- pany. This Pedelec is equipped with an innovative electric 2. Using the mouse, right-click once on: “Open folder to drive that assists you when you are cycling. This will make display files.”...

  • Page 102: Safety

    1 Safety The User Manual contains the following symbols that Bear in mind that the Pedelec is only designed for a denote dangers or important information. maximum speed of 70 km/h. Exceeding this speed causes damage to the electrical components. WARNING If you wish to make any adjustments to the ride char- regarding possible physical injury, increased...

  • Page 103: Battery

    › No age restriction applies for a Pedelec. are better suited to this task. If the battery can be safely moved outdoors, the fire can also be › The regulations governing the use of cycle paths suffocated using sand. are the same as for normal bikes. These regulations apply to you wherever you are in the European Union.

  • Page 104: Adjustments/Maintenance/Repair

    Adjustments/maintenance/repair 1.6.3 The Pedelec on aeroplanes Your Pedelec is generally subject to the policies of the respective airline concerning bikes. Batteries are subject to dangerous goods legislation. Therefore, they must not be carried on passenger planes – neither in the cargo hold, nor the cabin.

  • Page 105: Composition Of The Vehicle

    2 Composition of the vehicle Seatpost clamp Battery Display (with quick-release (on down tube lever or screw) or seat tube) Control panel Frame 1. Top tube 2. Seat tube Handlebar 3. Down tube Saddle Seatpost Motor Pedal Fork Wheel Original User Manual | Xion Pedelec...

  • Page 106: First Steps

    3 First steps 3.3.2 Quick-release device For opening, the quick-release lever must be folded back through 180° – you will see the lettering “OPEN”. For clos- Checking the tightening torques ing, fold the quick-release lever back in through 180° – you will see the lettering “CLOSE”.

  • Page 107: Quick Start

    4 Quick start 1. Charge the battery completely before riding for the first time. Charge temperature: 0°C to 45°C. 2. Remove the cover from the charging socket. 3. Connect the plug of the charger to the battery. When positioned correctly, the plug is held in the socket by magnets.

  • Page 108: Battery

    5.1.1 Removing the battery tance by one level. This works both ways, depending on which arrow button you press. 1. Insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. 10. You can also use the arrow button to set the assistance The battery is now unlocked.

  • Page 109: Charging Operation

    5.1.2 Charging operation 5. To save power, pull the charger plug out of the socket once the charging operation is complete. Before charging the battery, read the information on › Damaged batteries may not be charged, and fur- the charger carefully. ther use is not permitted.

  • Page 110: Installing The Battery

    Battery information system 5.1.3 Installing the battery 1. a) Down tube battery: Insert the battery into the bat- There is a display panel on the outer face of the battery tery holder of the Pedelec from the front/above. At the which includes five LEDs and a battery key.

  • Page 111: Battery Management

    vidual charges until the charges reach the overall capacity of the battery. The range of the battery is less in winter due to the For example: You charge the battery with 5 Ah on lower temperatures. Only move the battery (from the the first day, 2 Ah on the second day and 4 Ah on warm room where you store it) and fit it on your the third day;...

  • Page 112: Storage

    6 Charger low assist level when riding. With lower dis- charge currents, you conserve your battery. › Make sure that the battery is fully charged before Read the type plates on the charger before using it for you ride your bike for the first time or if you have the first time.

  • Page 113: Control Panel And Display

    Control panel Disconnect the battery from the charger and then connect it again. If the error message still appears, the battery and charger must be checked by a specialist dealer. If used incorrectly, the device may be damaged or inflict injuries. •...

  • Page 114: Pushing Assistance

    Display 7.1.2 Pushing assistance First of all, pushing assistance must be activated in the programming mode ➠ Chapter 7.4.4 “Push assist”. To switch the pushing assistance on, press and hold the upper arrow button. To receive no further pushing assis- tance, release the button.

  • Page 115: Mounting And Removal Of The Display

    7.2.1 Mounting and removal of the display Please always turn the Pedelec off first before you remove the display ➠ Chapter 7.1.1 “Switching on/off”. Removing the display › In order to protect your Pedelec from undesir- able use by third parties or theft, the display 7.2.2 Menu availability should always be removed from the handlebar when the Pedelec is not in use.

  • Page 116: Battery Charge State Indicator

    Below the diamond, the energy recovery (recuperation) is displayed. You can set two different recuperation levels. The first level yields 50% energy recovery, while the sec- If the conditions of the journey change, for example, ond yields 100%. In the second level, the maximum pos- by riding up an incline after a long, flat stretch, the sible energy recovery is achieved.

  • Page 117: Programming And Settings

    Programming and settings SYMBOL MEANING Battery charge state indicator. After switching on the Xion system, you can switch to the programming mode by pressing the diamond button. This only works when the Pedelec is at a standstill. This is al- ways possible when the “M”...

  • Page 118: Tour Reset

    7.4.1 Tour Reset Under the menu sub-item “Tour Reset” you can delete The Eco mode is recommended for beginners or inex- your tour data. As soon as you press the diamond button, perienced riders. the tour kilometres, the average speed and the journey time for the tour are deleted –...

  • Page 119: Push Assist

    7.4.4 Push assist 7.4.5 Settings Under the menu sub-item “Settings”, you can set and review the following sub-items: • Back In order to activate the pushing assistance for the first • Date time after switching on, move the rear wheel 30 centi- •...

  • Page 120: Time

    7.4.5.2 Time 7.4.5.4 Units Under the item “Time”, you can set the time. To do so, Under the item “Units”, you can choose between kilome- press the diamond button and set the desired time in the tres (km/h) or miles (mph). Navigate to the desired item format hh:mm using the arrow buttons.

  • Page 121: Energy Recovery (Recuperation)

    8.1.1 Energy recovery (recuperation) The higher the assist level you have set, the more distinct this assistance characteristic becomes. Derives from the Latin word for “regain, recover”. In • The level of assistance you have selected. technology, “recovery” relates to the feeding of electric- In the highest assist level (Boost), the motor as- ity back into the battery.

  • Page 122: Braking Assistance

    › The charge state of the battery must be no higher than 90%. When the battery is fully charged, energy recovery does not work. Instead, the fol- Always be ready to brake, as the braking assistance lowing symbol is displayed: can switch off.

  • Page 123: Range

    Range XION BATTERY 11 AH 15.5 AH The distance you can travel using the power assist with Range 85 km 120 km the battery fully charged depends on several factors: Temperature 10-15°C 10-15°C • Selected assist level If you want to cover a large distance with power Wind speed windless windless...

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting

    9 Troubleshooting TEXT / SYMBOL CAUSE SOLUTION Battery heats up to more than 45°C High ambient temperatures Suspend the charging process and allow during charging. the battery to cool down. Then charge the battery in a cooler environment. If the problem still occurs, contact your specialist cycle shop;...
  • Page 125 TEXT / SYMBOL CAUSE SOLUTION Assist levels cannot be adjusted. Pushing assistance is activated. The assist levels can be adjusted again whilst riding. Contact with display. Spray contact spray onto the contacts located on the underside of the display. If the problem persists, contact your specialist cycle shop.

  • Page 126: Repair

    10 Repair Never hold or carry the rear wheel by the cable. This 10.1 Removing the rear wheel poses the danger of the cable breaking. 1. First, shift the bike chain to the smallest sprocket. 2. Then disconnect the cable between the motor and the 6.

  • Page 127: Cleaning

    11.2 Motor 7. Reattach the plug to the chain stay using the rubber ring. Dirt should be removed from the motor of your Pedelec 8. If your Pedelec has rim brakes, engage the brake cable regularly, ideally using a dry brush or a damp (not wet) again.

  • Page 128: Technical Data

    12 Technical data MOTOR Brushless electric motor Output 250 W rated output/ 650 W maximum output Torque 12 Nm rated torque 41 Nm maximum torque Gross weight 11 Ah 15.5 Ah of electric drive, 7.8 kg 7.8 kg battery, control unit Control Via torque sensor and speed sensor in the motor...
  • Page 129 We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your new Pedelec with Xion drive. Copyright © Derby Cycle Werke GmbH / Raleigh Univega GmbH Reproduction, in whole or in part, is not permitted without the consent of Derby Cycle Werke GmbH / Raleigh Univega GmbH.

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