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• The bicycle must be equipped with wheel reflectors
(both front and rear) and pedal reflectors. Make sure
that all reflectors are clean and visible.
• When riding in darkness, ensure that you have properly
functioning lights, both front and rear.
• Remember that rules and regulations for bicycles
will differ from country to country. This may include
regulations regarding front, rear and side reflectors,
along with front and rear lights. It is your responsibility
to familiarise yourself with the rules and regulations that
apply in your country.
• Always ride in the same direction as traffic flow.
Never ride against traffic.
• Always follow the local traffic regulations.
• Show consideration in traffic. Don’t ride close to
pedestrians, horse riders or the disabled.
• Never use loose fitting clothing or similar apparel that
can get caught in the bicycle chain or wheels.
• Changes to the bicycle or its components can make it
unsafe to use. Each part and component of the bicycle
has been carefully chosen and tested. The safety
aspect of safety-critical components, accessories and
spare parts is not always obvious. Therefore, use only
original or compatible parts when making repairs or
when fitting accessories.
• Special tools and specialist knowledge make it easier
to assemble the bicycle and to make the initial settings.
If you are at all unsure, this should be performed by
somebody with the appropriate competence.
• Incorrectly performed mechanical work can make
the bicycle unsafe to use. Something as simple as
tightening a screw or bolt to the incorrect level of
torque may result in some part of the bicycle breaking,
causing you to lose control of the bicycle and have
an accident.
• We recommend that all servicing, repairs and fitting
of accessories are performed by a person with
the requisite competence and experience. Your safety
depends on the correct performance of maintenance.
• Any tampering or modification of the electrical system,
frame, forks or other components can make the bicycle
dangerous to use.
• A component that is not adapted for the bicycle, or
that has been incorrectly fitted, can subject the bicycle
to major stress with the resulting risk of personal injury
or material damage.
• Before you fit any accessories onto the bicycle, or
make changes to any part, it is your responsibility to
ensure that the change you intend to make is both
compatible and safe.
• If you wish to use a child seat, make sure not to
exceed the max. weight allowed on the bike rack.
• Use a child seat that conforms to EN 14344.
• Adhere to the instructions that come with the child seat.
• Fitting a child seat will change the centre of gravity of
the bicycle, which can make it difficult to manoeuvre.
• If a child seat is used, make sure that the maximum
total weight limit of the bicycle is not exceeded.
•
If the position of the saddle has not been correctly
adjusted to suit you, or if the saddle does not suit
your body type, you risk causing damage to your
nerves and blood vessels. Adjust the position of
your saddle if you experience pain or discomfort.
Special safety instructions for
electric bicycles (EPAC)
Warning:
The charger is designed for indoor use only.
• Please follow the instructions on the label of the charger.
• Never connect the poles of the battery or the battery
charger using electrically conducting objects.
• Never expose the battery or the battery charger to
vibrations or bumps beyond that extent which occurs
during normal use.
• The battery may only be charged using the supplied
charger.
• The battery and battery charger must never be
exposed to liquids or fire.
Risk of explosion!
• When charging the battery, do not touch either
the battery or the battery charger with damp hands.
• Neither the battery nor the battery charger may be
opened for any form of repair or modification.
• Never use a damaged battery.
• Never allow the battery or the battery charger to be
handled by children.
• During charging, the battery charger must never be
covered.
• Never use the battery charger if its cables have been
damaged.
• Never charge the battery in temperatures below
0 °C or above 40 °C.
• Always remove the battery from the bicycle when
performing any form of maintenance, service or
mechanical settings to the bicycle. The steering system
of the electric bicycle must never be modified nor used
in any way other than that described in the manual.
Insurance
Your electric bicycle is to be insured in the same way as
a regular bicycle. Contact your insurance company for
more information about insurance conditions.
Instruction manual
Important:
Please read the entire instruction manual before use and
then save it for future reference.
The instruction manual provides you with essential
knowledge about your electric bicycle, with regard to:
• safety
• functions and parts
• assembly
• settings and adjustments
• usage
• care and maintenance.
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