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Battery
•
Ensure the battery is charged.
•
Ensure there is no damage to the battery.
•
Lock the battery to frame and check that it is secured using the locking pin.
•
Ensure the battery voltage on the LED display reads a full chare of
83-84V
.
Cables
•
Look over electrical cable connectors to make sure they are fully seated and free from
debris or moisture.
•
Check cables and cable housing for obvious signs of damage.
•
Ensure cables are secured away from moving parts.
Accessories & safety gear
•
Ensure all accessories and components installed on the bike are properly secured and
functioning according to their manufacturer’s specifications.
•
Check all safety gear, clothing, cargo, and accessories for loose or potentially loose
straps/elements and secure them.
•
Ensure rider is wearing a helmet and other required riding safety gear and inspect
these items for signs of damage.
WARNING
Riding your bike when any component’s useful life is surpassed can cause that component
to fail, resulting in loss of control, serious injury, or death. Pay attention to signs of wear
such as cracks, scratches, component colour change, and operational changes that could
indicate a component needs replacing. Before each ride, check your bike using the
“Safety
checklists”
on the previous page. Perform regular maintenance according to
“Recommended service intervals”
on the next page. If you are not sure you have the
experience, skills, and tools to perform safety checks and regular maintenance, consult a
local certified, reputable bike mechanic for help, or contact Bowhead.
After every ride
•
Store your bike and battery in a dry location and take other sensible precautions as
described in
“Parking, storage, and transport”
on page 23.
•
Guard against damage from the elements by following the recommendations in
“Guard
against rust, corrosion, and electrical damage”
on page 19.
•
Charge your battery in a temperature-controlled location between
10° C
–
25° C (50°
F
–
77° F)
and follow the other charging recommendations in
“Before you charge”
on
page 15.
