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Switching bike lights on/off
In the version which has the bike lights powered by the eBike
system, the front and rear lights can be switched on and off at
the same time via the on-board computer.
Notes on Riding with the eBike System
When does the eBike Drive Unit Operate?
The eBike drive unit assists you when riding, as long as you
step into the pedals. Without pedaling, there is no assistance.
The motor output always depends on the amount of your ped-
aling power.
When applying less pedaling power, the assistance or support
will be lower than when applying a lot of pedaling power. This
applies independent of the assistance Level.
The eBike drive automatically switches off at speeds in excess
of 24 km/h. When the speed falls below 24 km/h, the drive is
automatically available again.
The eBike can also be ridden as a normal bicycle without
assistance at any time, by either switching off the eBike sys-
tem or setting the assistance level to "OFF". The same applies
when the battery pack is empty.
Interaction of the eBike System with the Bicycle Gears
The bicycle gears should be used as with a normal bicycle,
even with eBike motor assistance (please observe the operat-
ing instructions of your eBike).
Independent of the type of gearing, it is recommended to
briefly interrupt the pedaling while changing gears. This
makes changing gears easier and reduces the wear of the
drive train.
By selecting the right gear, you can increase the speed and
range with the same pedaling effort.
Gathering First Experience
It is recommended to gather first experience with the eBike
away from roads with heavy traffic.
Test the various assistance levels. Start with the lowest assis-
tance level. As soon as you feel confident, you can ride your
eBike in traffic like any other bike.
Test the operating range of your eBike under different condi-
tions before planning longer and more challenging rides.
Influences on the Operating Range
The range is affected by a number of factors, such as:
– Assistance level
– Speed
– Gear changing behaviour
– Tyre type and tyre pressure
– Age and condition of the battery
– Route profile (gradients) and conditions (road surface)
– Headwind and ambient temperature
– Weight of eBike, driver and luggage.
Bosch eBike Systems
For this reason, it is not possible to precisely predict the
range before and during a trip. General rules:
– With the same assistance level on the eBike drive: The less
energy you need to exert in order to reach a certain speed
(e.g. by changing gears optimally), the less energy the
eBike drive will consume and the higher the range per
battery charge will be.
– The higher the assistance level under otherwise same
conditions, the lower the range.
Careful Handling of the eBike
Please observe the operating and storage temperatures of the
eBike components. Protect the drive unit, on-board computer
and battery against extreme temperatures (e.g. from intense
sunlight without adequate ventilation). The components
(especially the battery pack) can become damaged through
extreme temperatures.
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Cleaning
When changing the bulbs, ensure that the bulbs are compati-
ble with the Bosch eBike system (ask your bicycle dealer) and
that the specified voltage matches. Bulbs must be replaced
only with bulbs of the same voltage.
Do not immerse any components, including the drive unit, in
water or clean them with pressurised water.
Have your eBike system checked by an expert at least once a
year (including mechanical parts, up-to-dateness of system
software).
For service or repairs on the eBike, please refer to an author-
ised bicycle dealer.
After-sales Service and Application Service
In case of questions concerning the eBike system and its com-
ponents, please refer to an authorised Bosch eBike dealer.
For contact data of authorised Bosch eBike dealers, please
refer to www.bosch-ebike.com
Disposal
The drive unit, on-board computer including operat-
ing unit, battery pack, speed sensor, accessories and
packaging should be disposed of in an environmen-
tally correct manner.
Do not dispose of eBikes and their components into house-
hold waste!
The regulations for disposing of eBikes or eBike components
may vary according to region. Before disposal, please contact
the relevant regional government in case of any particular
instructions.
Subject to change without notice.
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