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Summary of Contents for Ducati Energia FREE DUCk
- Page 1 FREE DUCk LI GH T E LECT R I C Q UA DR I CYC LE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
4.6. Front lights ....................... 22 4.7. Rear lights ......................23 4.8. Windscreen cleaners ..................23 4.9. Fuses ........................ 24 4.10. Case ......................... 25 OPeRaTINg INsTRUCTIONs .................. 26 5.1. advice ....................... 26 5.1.1. Checks prior to use ................27 5.1.2. start-up ....................27 5.1.3. stopping ....................27 page /36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... - Page 3 5.2.3. Punctures .................... 28 ROUTINe MaINTeNaNCe ..................33 6.1. summary of routine maintenance ..............33 6.2. Brake oil ......................33 6.3. Parking brake ....................34 6.4. Cleaning the vehicle ..................34 sUPPleMeNTaRY MaINTeNaNCe ................. 35 7.1. Front and rear brakes ..................35 7.2. Front and rear shock absorbers ............... 35 7.3. Bearings of the front wheels................35 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 3/36...
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Page 4: Introduction
The warranty is forfeited if persons not authorized from DUCATI FREE DUCk energia carry out any work on within the period of the same warranty. ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE HIGHWAY CODE AND DRIVE CAREFULLY... page /36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 5: Rules On Use
18 years old. FREE DUCk The does not require use of a safety belt or helmet. always comply with the Highway Code: signs, stop signs, pedestrian crossings, speed limits, prohibitions for overtaking, etc. Making any changes to the main structure, frame, braking system, electrical system, suspension, etc, is referred to as tampering. In this case the manufacturer cannot assume any liability and the warranty will be forfeited. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page /36... -
Page 6: General Instructions
• Before traveling, always check tyre wear and pressure, and correct working order of the electrical and braking systems. FREE DUCk • any changes or removal of original parts could compromise the ’s reliability. • Do not be distracted when driving. • Do not leave objects (mobile phones, etc) in the box for the recharging cable. • Zigzagging and swaying are extremely dangerous for the driver and others. • Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight (refer to the technical data). • avoid at all costs making changes to increase the vehicle’s performance and changing its original technical characteristics. page 6/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 7: Identification Data
FRAME: the frame’s serial numbers are embossed on the same behind the front right- hand wheel (Figure 1). ANTI-TAMPERING PLATE: this plate, featuring the identification data required by Directive 97/24/Ce-chap.7, is attached to the frame on the top right-hand side (Figure 1). WHEEL MOTOR: the motor’s identification data is given under the rim cover. ATTENTION! Changing the identification is punishable by law. e3 * ZKCFD0000008XXXXX dB (A) FIGURE 1 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page /36... -
Page 8: Tyres
NOTE: Minimum permissible tread (at front and back) is 2 mm. ATTENTION! The tyres’ pressure must be checked when the tyres are cold and with the motor switched off. The tyres’ pressure is essential to ensure good performance, autonomy and safety. FRONT TYRE 3 bar REAR TYRE 3 bar page /36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 9: Power Supply
8 hours when the batteries are fully run down and SHOULD NEVER exceed 18 hours. The batteries’ energy is controlled by an electronic board that regulates the motor’s current. Contact DUCATI energia Technical Assistance in the event of faults possibly involving inefficiency of the electronic board. The electric motor does not require any maintenance. IMPORTANT! -
Page 10: Batteries (Type And Location)
IMPORTANT! Batteries should always be replaced with original ones designed and tested to our specifications. Use of any other type of battery will forfeit the warranty and could compromise the FREE DUCk’s performance. RULES: Do not drive the vehicle to the point the batteries are fully run down. Make sure the batteries are never fully run down. - Page 11 • Recharge the batteries in a preferably well ventilated area. • In the interest of the environment, dead batteries must be taken to authorized waste disposal sites where they are sent to a consortium for recycling. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 11/36...
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Page 12: Battery Recharging
FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 • Close the case under the passenger’s seat. You can now put the key back in the ignition and start up the motor. IMPORTANT! If you have any trouble, contact an authorized Assistance Centre. RECHARGING TIME (indicative) 10 HOURS – recharging to 90% (when battery is completely run down). The batteries must be recharged in a sufficiently ventilated area. page 1/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 13: Battery Location And Connection
If for any reason you need to remove the batteries, it is extremely important you consult the connection diagram illustrated below. N° 1 N° 4 N° 1 N° 2 N° 2 N° 3 N° 3 N° 3 N° 3 N° 5 N° 6 FIGURE 4 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 13/36... -
Page 14: Vehicle Characteristics
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS: • step 1170 mm • Maximum length1750 mm • Maximum width 1320 mm (including mirrors) • Maximum height 1630 mm • Weight for traveling 317 Kg 1320 1170 1000 1750 1000 FIGURE 5 page 1/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... - Page 15 (on average urban or suburban roads). • shockproof aBs bodywork. • Battery recharging time 8-10 hours. • Capacity of case 180 litres. • Maximum load capacity 200 Kg (with passenger). SUSPENSION and WHEELS: • Oleopneumatic suspension at front and back. • Front wheels: 10 inch aluminium wheels. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 1/36...
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Page 16: Main Components
4.2. MAIN COMPONENTS FIGURE 6 a) Ignition key B) system console C) Instrument panel D) Display e) steering wheel with satellite control F) Windscreen washers g) Rear-view mirrors H) Parking brake I) Brake pedal l) accelerator pedal page 16/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 17: Instrument Panel, Main Switch, Keys
4.3. INSTRUMENT PANEL, MAIN SWITCH, KEYS FIGURE 7 a) Ignition key B) Windscreen washer button C) Windscreen wiper button D) Position light and dipped headlight on/off button e) Right indicator F) left indicator g) Main beam indicator H) Dipped headlight indicator I) Position light indicator FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 1/36... -
Page 18: Multi-Purpose Digital Display
C) Battery status indicator D) Current absorption indicator (value in ampere) e) engaged parking brake indicator (red) F) Battery status or battery pack malfunction indicator (red) g) Vehicle diagnostics indicator. In the event of vehicle malfunction a red light on the display switches on with a description of the type of fault. H) Display change button: allows user to pass from battery status level indicator to battery back voltage level indicator. I) Display change button: allows user to pass from graphics display to descriptive display of battery current and charge levels. l) Button not enabled M) Reset partial km button page 1/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 19: Malfunction Signalling
4.4.2. Malfunction signalling If one of the traction drives malfunction, a message on the display indicates the type of fault. error messages which can be displayed: DESCRIPTION RESOLUTION accel. pressed at start-up Make sure that the pedal was not accidentally pressed. switch off and restart with key. accel. power too high Contact authorised Technical assistance Battery power too low Contact authorised Technical assistance Overcurrent Contact authorised Technical assistance Hall probe error Contact authorised Technical assistance Inverter disabled Contact authorised Technical assistance Battery power too high Contact authorised Technical assistance Temp. inverter over 85 degrees switch off vehicle and wait a few minutes. If this message reappears contact authorised Technical assistance. Temp. inverter over 110 degrees switch off vehicle and wait a few minutes. If this message reappears contact authorised Technical assistance. Battery power too low Contact authorised Technical assistance FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 1/36... -
Page 20: Steering Wheel Controls
NOTE: This runs the batteries down more quickly. To be done only when absolutely necessary. 2) Driving forward/reversing • lever in forward position: driving forward • lever in central position: driving forward • lever in back position: reversing NOTE: Moving the lever for reversing also sets off an intermittent horn. page 0/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 21: Left-Hand Satellite
4.5.2. Left-hand satellite FIGURE 10 a) Direction indicators • lever up: for turning right • lever in central position: indicators switched off • lever down: for turning left B) Main beam and wink signal • gentle pressure on the lever towards the driver turns on the main beam’s wink signal. • Moving the lever downwards turns on the main beam. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 1/36... -
Page 22: Front Lights
4.6. FRONT LIGHTS FIGURE 11 a) Dipped headlight and position lights B) Main beam and position light C) Direction indicators page /36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 23: Rear Lights
4.7. REAR LIGHTS FIGURE 12 a) Position light B) stop light C) Direction indicator 4.8. WINDSCREEN CLEANERS FIGURE 13 a) Windscreen wiper B) Windscreen washer FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 3/36... -
Page 24: Fuses
B) gND OUT left-hand inverter C) gND IN battery charger D) +48 V IN battery charger e) gND OUT right-hand inverter F) +48 V OUT right-hand inverter g) Battery pack connector H) Right-hand inverter fuse (70 a) I) Power feed connector (48 V/gND) l) Power feed connector fuse (10-15 a) M) Battery charger fuse (30 a) N) +48 V IN “Range extender” generator O) gND IN “Range extender” generator P) signal input connector for battery charge check Q) Battery pack connector R) left-hand inverter fuse (70 a) s) Power feed connector and display data communications T) Data communications to “Range extender” module connector page /36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 25: Case
4.10. CASE FIGURE 15 a) Case B) lock FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page /36... -
Page 26: Operating Instructions
If you have to use the vehicle when its reserve indicator lights are on, you are advised to press the accelerator pedal only ¾ down its stroke to limit the motor’s current absorption. page 6/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 27: Checks Prior To Use
Do not accelerate with the brake pedal pressed. Do not release the accelerator pedal brusquely when slowing down. Use the brake gently when driving on uneven or wet roads. 5.1.3. Stopping FREE DUCk • Release the accelerator pedal (gently) and stop the by applying the brakes and turning the ignition key OFF. • Pull up the parking brake. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page /36... -
Page 28: Operating Trouble
5.2.2. Faulty braking system Contact an authorized assistance Centre if the brake pedal does not brake sufficiently well or takes too long to brake. In other events, check: • the level of the oil tank for the brake pump. Bleed if necessary. • check the thickness of the brake pads. If the parking brake is not working properly, adjust the cable in the battery compartment. 5.2.3. Punctures In the event of a puncture, use the instant repair cylinder supplied with the vehicle. This however only offers a temporary solution. When you get home or visit a garage, replace the tubeless tyre/s. Replacing the wheel – general rules You should follow these rules in the interest of your safety: • Park the vehicle on firm, level ground; • apply the parking brake; • Install the emergency triangle according to regulations; page /36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... - Page 29 • Do not lie under the lifted vehicle; • Turn the ignition key OFF before lifting the vehicle. Jack supporting Jack supporting point for replacing point for replacing a rear wheel a front wheel – refer to fig. 17 – refer to fig. 21 FIGURE 16 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page /36...
- Page 30 4. loosen the 3 screws found on the outer edge, the inner part of the drive wheel where there is the disc brake (refer to fig. 17); 5. loosen all 6 screws 1, with the protruding heads found on the outer side of the drive wheel (refer to fig. 18); FIGURE 18 page 30/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE...
- Page 31 Centre to have the tubeless tyre repaired or replaced (refer to fig. 19); FIGURE 19 7. insert the rim with the repaired tyre into the drive wheel, whilst paying attention to the air valve channel 2; 8. tighten all screws: 6 on the outer side + 3 on the inner side of the disc brake. FIGURE 20 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 31/36...
- Page 32 21 and making sure the jack doesn’t bend when lifting; 2. unscrew the 5 hexagon head screws and remove the rim with the tyre from the hub; 3. take the wheel to an authorised service centre to be repaired. FIGURE 21 page 3/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE...
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Page 33: Routine Maintenance
Make sure the seals are perfectly intact. Replace the oil after every 10,000 km. The oil must be replaced if it contains any dross, detritus or water, regardless of distance covered. NOTE: This should be carried out by an authorized Assistance Centre to ensure the vehicle’s good working order and durability. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 33/36... -
Page 34: Parking Brake
(high pressure water cleaners) at the fork pin, at the rear, as the infiltration of water could damage the “drive wheel” electronic boards in the same. FREE DUCk You are therefore advised to clean the with water and neutral liquid soap. Rinse the vehicle using a hose at very low water pressure or sprinkle water over it gently. after washing, dry the vehicle thoroughly. ATTENTION! It is strictly forbidden to clean the vehicle with solvents, diluents or domestic detergents. page 3/36 FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE... -
Page 35: Supplementary Maintenance
7.2. FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS The front shock absorbers are “non adjustable”. The rear absorbers feature spring preload adjustment. The shock absorbers are adjusted by turning the nut with the relative spanner. Turning the nut clockwise increases the spring’s preload (enables greater load capacity). IMPORTANT! Adjust both shock absorbers equally, otherwise you can compromise the vehicle’s stability. 7.3. BEARINGS OF THE FRONT WHEELS Check the condition of the front wheels’ bearings every 15,000 km. This inspection should be carried out at an authorized assistance Centre. FREE DUCk - OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE page 3/36... - Page 36 Via e. lepido, 182 - 40132 BOlOgNa - ITalY Tel.: +39-(0)51-641.15.11 Fax: +39-(0)51-40.20.40 FD04C_Gp-UK WeB: www.ducatienergia.com...
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Hello, we have a Ducati Free Duca vehicle and its batteries were dead. I bought 4 new batteries, but I confused the connection while assembling. I would be glad if you could support me on this issue. If you have one, I would like a video or a battery connection picture. Salve, abbiamo un veicolo Ducati Free Duca e le sue batterie erano scariche. Ho comprato 4 batterie nuove, ma ho confuso il collegamento durante il montaggio. Sarei lieto se potessi aiutarmi **** questo problema. Se ne hai uno, vorrei un video o una foto del collegamento delle batterie.
To correctly connect the batteries for a Ducati Free Duck vehicle:
- There are 8 batteries arranged in 2 lines of 4 batteries each.
- The batteries are connected in parallel using the connectors on the “power connection board.”
- Battery connections should be protected with copper grease or an equivalent.
- Battery poles must be covered with their caps.
- If batteries are removed, follow the connection diagram provided in the manual.
This work must be done by an authorized Assistance Centre.
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