Cannondale Tesoro Neo X Speed, Owner'S Manual Supplement

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Operation
Always wear an approved bicycle helmet and all other protective gear (e.g., gloves, pads, and
cycling shoes).
Importance of practice & rider training - before you ride this bike, practice riding in a safe area
free from hazards. Take time to learn the bike’s controls and performance. Practice the
controls and to gain the experience necessary to avoid the many hazards you will encounter
while riding.
Do not ride “hands-off - Keep your hands on the handlebars when riding the bike. If you
remove your hands from the handlebar while riding, you can lose control of the bicycle and
crash.
Changing the assistance level while riding: Changing the drive-assistance level while riding
will increase or decrease the acceleration of the bike. You should anticipate this change in
speed and react appropriately depending on the riding conditions such as on slippery trails,
tight turns, or unstable or uneven surfaces. Set assistance level to “eco” (lowest assist) or to
“off” before descending technical trails, (e.g., tight downhill switchbacks).
When not riding: Turn the drive system off to prevent unauthorized use.
Do not ride the e-bike without the battery. Make sure the battery is fully charged before
every ride to help ensure adequate battery power for necessary lighting and for the drive
system.
Do not remove any lighting or reflectors and do not ride if they do not work.
Do not allow children to operate or to come into contact with the e-bike or its parts.
Only turn the drive system on when you are seated ready to ride.
Accidental activation: Always disconnect the battery from the bike before working on the
bicycle. If you transport the bike by car or by airplane, obey local regulations regarding
transporting a bicycle with a drive system battery. Accidental activation of the bicycle drive
system can result in serious injury.
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