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E3NITRO

Electric Bicycle

Owner’s Manual

Currie Technologies

3850A Royal Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063

eflowebike.com

currietech.com

Version 101

Last modified: April 4, 2013 10:54 AM

Owner's Manual - eFlow E3Nitro.indd

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Page 1: ...RO Electric Bicycle Owner s Manual Currie Technologies 3850A Royal Avenue Simi Valley CA 93063 eflowebike com currietech com Version 101 Last modified April 4 2013 10 54 AM Owner s Manual eFlow E3Nitro indd ...

Page 2: ...ion 6 Prior to your first ride 13 22 Installing a quick release front wheel 15 17 Adjusting a quick release seatpost clamp 17 19 Section 7 Operation 23 38 Installing removing the battery 23 24 How to ride 25 Operating modes 26 Display details 27 35 Gears shifting 35 36 Range tips 37 38 Section 8 Battery care 39 45 Charging 40 43 Storage 43 44 Disposal 44 Section 9 Troubleshooting 45 48 Flat tire 4...

Page 3: ...anual before riding our product You have a responsibility to learn how to operate your new bicycle safely and correctly Keep it in good shape by maintaining it and making sure that anyone who uses it knows how to operate it safely Please take the time to read and understand the following warnings and cautions Throughout this manual we will attempt to reinforce the guidelines that we have summarize...

Page 4: ...ight side with not against traffic STOP signs and traffic lights apply to cyclists as well as cars and pedestrians Be alert to conditions around you Unfortunately a motorist that has successfully parallel parked his her car is not always thinking about the cyclist fast approaching from behind An impact with a car door suddenly opened into your path will ruin your day Weather If you get caught in r...

Page 5: ...ured out how to make a bicycle that takes care of itself Check the brakes and the tires and the tightness of all those important fasteners before each and every ride Pretend that you re a pilot doing a walk around of his airplane before taking off The pilot knows that his life depends on the airworthiness of his plane your life depends on the roadworthiness of your bicycle Please have your bicycle...

Page 6: ... healthy and loyal customer IN SUMMARY 1 WEAR A HELMET EACH AND EVERY TIME YOU GET ON THE BICYCLE 2 Don t carry passengers 3 Obey the Rules of the Road 4 Ride defensively Watch out for both moving and stationary cars 5 Be careful in wet conditions Braking and traction are significantly reduced 6 Ride carefully at night and make sure you are wearing high visibility reflective clothing 7 Maintain yo...

Page 7: ...c hazard and avoid damage or system failure Term Note Meaning This term calls attention to a Note The text accompanying a Note provides helpful or other important related information Please read understand and follow all Warning Caution and Note notices on your eFlow bicycle and those included in this Manual If you do not understand any of this important information please contact your selling dea...

Page 8: ...f the motor hub Motor serial number _____________________________ Battery The battery serial number is on a label affixed to the right side of the battery Battery serial number _____________________________ Please also record this other important information Date of Purchase ______________________________ Selling Dealer ______________________________ Street Address ______________________________ C...

Page 9: ...nual for more details Operating modes o Power On Demand Mode POD Motor power regulated by a twist grip throttle o Pedal Assist Mode PAS Motor power proportional to rider pedaling effort Bicycle o Frame Aluminum o Frame size 14 5 o Front fork RST SS A6 T shock front fork o Handlebar Kalloy FB 13 o Handlebar stem Kalloy AS 025 o Grips Velo VLG 311 o Rims 26 Alex FR 30 aluminum o Tires Maxxis M2003 2...

Page 10: ...25V per cell o Max charge current 5A 0 5C5 o Max charge voltage 42V o Internal resistance 150mΩ Optional High Capacity Battery Pack o Model HTEnergy o Chemistry Lithium Ion o Configuration 10S8P 2 2 Amp hr 18650 cells o Rated voltage 37 Volts o Rated capacity 17 6Ah 634 watt hrs o Weight 5 2 kg 11 4 lbs o Max discharge current 26A o Over discharge limits 2 30V 0 025V per cell o Pack cut off voltag...

Page 11: ... o Dimensions 188mm x 93mm x 53mm o Weight 850g 1 8lb o Input voltage AC110V 264V 47 63HZ o Output voltage 42 0 5VDC o Output amperage 2 0 0 2A o AC line fuse rating 10 amp Note Specifications are subject to change without notice p 11 52 ...

Page 12: ...ebar stem 5 Throttle 6 Display 7 Front tire wheel 8 Front disc brake 9 Pedal 10 Crank arm 11 Chain ring 12 Kick stand 13 Drive chain 14 Rear tire wheel 15 Rear derailleur 16 Rear disc brake 17 Rear hub motor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 14 15 16 17 13 10 Currie Tech Technical and Customer Service 1 800 377 4532 p 12 52 ...

Page 13: ... condition If you cannot resolve a problem using the troubleshooting guide in Chapter IX contact your Currie Tech authorized dealer or call the Currie Tech Customer Service Department at 800 377 4532 for assistance Note Throughout this manual we will refer to the right side and the left side of the bicycle For clarification purposes left and right are relative to your position when sitting on the ...

Page 14: ...al and seat height adjustment When properly adjusted quick release levers are both safe and convenient but you must understand and apply the correct technique to adjust them properly before riding your bicycle to prevent serious injury or death from a fall Quick release levers use a cam action to clamp the wheel or other components in place Because of their adjustable nature it is critical that yo...

Page 15: ...ng a quick release front wheel In a quick release system the wheel hub is clamped in place by the force of the quick release cam pushing against one dropout and pulling the tension adjusting nut by way of the skewer against the other dropout Please refer to the illustrations below The amount of clamping force is controlled by the adjustment of the tension adjusting nut Turning the tension adjustin...

Page 16: ...ick release lever in the OPEN position with one hand tighten the tension adjusting nut with your other hand until it is finger tight against the fork dropout 5 While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts and at the same time centering the wheel rim in the fork move the quick release lever upwards and swing it into the CLOSED position figs b c The lever should now be...

Page 17: ...r and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly WARNING An improperly secured seat post could lead to loss of control of the bicycle while riding causing an accident that may result in serious injury or death and property damage If you are not sure how to properly adjust and apply the quick release seat post clamp please consult your authorized Currie Tech dealer or the Currie Tech Custome...

Page 18: ...ttempt to push it down 4 If you are able to force the seat post further into the frame the seat post clamp needs to be adjusted Holding the quick release lever in the OPEN position with one hand tighten the tension adjusting nut with your other hand about 1 2 turn clockwise 5 Attempt to swing the lever into the CLOSED position If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to the CLOSED position fig b ...

Page 19: ...in the rim should be periodically checked Ensure that the tire is not cracked or excessively worn Check for foreign objects in the tread and that the valve stem is straight in the rim Damaged or worn tires should be replaced immediately Take the bicycle to a qualified bicycle mechanic to repair and or replace your tires if necessary Reflectors Your bicycle comes equipped with eight 8 reflectors fr...

Page 20: ...ng sooner than normal Failure to take these precautions could lead to an accident causing serious injury or death and property damage If you are uncertain about any aspect of the brake operation under any condition seek help from a qualified bicycle mechanic or the Currie Tech Customer Service Department at 800 377 4532 Test the function of your brakes by riding your bicycle in an area free from t...

Page 21: ... assuming that you continue to actuate the throttle Note Fully applying the right brake lever will not only turn off the motor the brake should also stop the spinning wheel If actuation of either brake lever does not cause power to the motor to turn off consult your Currie Tech authorized dealer or the Currie Tech Customer Service Department at 800 377 4532 Battery Use ONLY the battery supplied wi...

Page 22: ...low the battery storage guidelines given in the Battery Storage instructions in Section VIII and in the Battery Charger Instruction Manual supplied with your bicycle WARNING Failure to properly use charge and store the battery supplied with your eFlow bicycle will void the warranty and may cause a hazardous situation Please read and follow all instructions for the use and care of the battery provi...

Page 23: ...clean aerodynamic lines To install the battery oElevate the shoe in the seat mast to its highest position and lock it in place with the seat post quick release oPosition the battery with the nose of the saddle pointing toward the front of the bike taking care to align the mounting groves of the battery with the mating groves in the shoe See photo oPush the battery to the rear of the shoe until the...

Page 24: ... clamp quick release lever by rotating the lever to the OPEN position See photo oElevate the seat seat post battery assembly all the way to the top most extent of its travel exposing the battery shoe to which the battery is connected See photo oClose the seatpost quick release lever to lock the shoe in place Gently tap the battery toward the front of the bike to disconnect the battery from the con...

Page 25: ...zero point is the basis for all measurement in the system it s important that it be very accurate considering the conditions the bike is being used under most importantly the weight of the rider Because of this we recommend you follow this procedure every time you turn the bike on 1 Sit on the bike putting as much of your weight on the saddle as possible Put your feet on the floor for balance but ...

Page 26: ...AS motor power output is dependent on the rider s pedaling power In other words the bike s electrical system senses rider pedaling effort and applies motor power in proportion to rider effort the harder you pedal the more motor power is applied The proportion of the Assist is set via the display see the following pages If the rider does not pedal no power is output from the motor Ceasing pedaling ...

Page 27: ...the bicycle If you plan to leave the bike unattended even for a short time in addition to removing the display securely lock the bike to an immovable object with a high quality chain or cable locking device The display is your user interface to the bike Using the display you can program the riding characteristics of the bike monitor the system self tests as they occur and note any system errors Th...

Page 28: ...llel with the handlebars 3Sit on the bike then turn it on by pressing the SET button Place the display on the handlebar display mount at a 45 angle aligning the tabs on the bottom of the display with the slots on the face of the mount 1 Currie Tech Technical and Customer Service 1 800 377 4532 p 28 52 ...

Page 29: ...gether for 5 seconds to enter setup mode 1 In setup mode you will enter codes corresponding to the setting you wish to change Tap SET to cycle between digits Hold to confirm after the code is entered Tap or to set each digit in the code 2 Codes Set clock 0001 Set speed units 0003 Please do not experiment with undocumented codes While other settings exist using them may cause the bike to become uns...

Page 30: ...assist Displays the ride time for this trip Displays the maximum speed recorded on this trip Odometer displays the total mileage for the bicycle Displays the average speed for this trip Displays the distance traveled on this trip Tap SET to cycle between functions Displayed Level Motor output 1 40 2 60 3 80 4 100 Power levels Currie Tech Technical and Customer Service 1 800 377 4532 p 30 52 ...

Page 31: ...unt of pedal pressure and the amount of motor assist are proportional harder pedaling will result in the motor providing more assistance Use the PWR LVL display function to choose between light assist medium assist and strong assist The throttle acts like a boost allowing full control over 0 100 of motor power at any time regardless of power level In POD mode only the throttle controls motor speed...

Page 32: ... Understanding the battery gauge F Illuminates when the battery is nearly full The cell diagram indicates the charge level of the main battery E Illuminates when battery is nearly empty The down arrow Illuminates while braking indicating that regen mode is active The up arrow Illuminates while the motor is being powered Regenerative braking is automatically activated when the brake lever is held e...

Page 33: ...s that the display is connected to the bike but cannot communicate with the main controller located in the bike s downtube Make sure the bike s battery is installed and fully charged Check all connections between the display and the controller the battery and the controller and the display and its mounting bracket Re mount the display making sure it engages the mount fully If problems persist or f...

Page 34: ...nect the display from the bike it will immediately shut off The display uses one CR2032 3V watch battery It should be available at any store that sells electronics To replace unscrew the display s back cover using a coin Remove the old battery then replace with a new one oriented as shown you should be able to see the symbol on the top of the cell Replace the back cover tightening about 3 4 turn u...

Page 35: ...hes embedded in the brake levers When you apply the brakes power to the motor will turn OFF Therefore do not hold the brake lever s when you want the motor to run Gears and Shifting o Your Currie Tech eFlow features a 10 speed rear derailleur The derailleur control is a SRAM 10 speed trigger style shifter You normally use your index finger and thumb to up and downshift the derailleur respectively ...

Page 36: ... at a steady pace when shifting gears o The 10 speed rear derailleur operates independently of the motor o To maximize the range that you can ride with electric assistance and to give yourself a pleasant aerobic workout we recommend that you use the Pedal Assist Mode This is best accomplished by using a combination of pedal and motor power to achieve your desired speed Then using the derailleur co...

Page 37: ...ing a hill uses energy faster Lots of starts and stops full power from a standing start draws the most amperage from the battery o There are many things that you can do to maximize your range These include Fully charge your battery before each ride Ride in the PAS Mode and pedal Enjoy the health benefits available from cycling Every watt of power that you provide is one less watt that the battery ...

Page 38: ...ill and the mass weight that you want to carry up the hill you can overstress and damage important elements of the drive system Please use the following guidelines to ensure safe operation If you encounter a hill that causes the speed of your bicycle to drop below 7 miles per hour 11 kilometers per hour on electric power only POD Mode with no pedaling with the throttle fully applied PEDAL to assis...

Page 39: ...e any questions about this battery or its usage please do not hesitate to contact the Customer Service Department at Currie Tech at 800 377 4532 WARNING Never short circuit the discharge terminals of the battery A short circuit will damage the battery and could cause a fire resulting in severe injury or death and property damage CAUTION Keep the battery away from excessive heat and or open flames ...

Page 40: ...our bike Instructions for both charging options are below In either case the following instructions are relevant Check the Voltage Selector switch on the charger to ensure that it is set to your local line voltage 110 volts for the United States Plug the charger into the wall outlet Ensure that the charger switch is OFF before connecting the charger to the battery To charge the battery while it is...

Page 41: ...urn ON the charger using the ON OFF switch on the charger To charge the battery when it is not installed in the bike Locate the battery adapter supplied with the bike and connect it to the battery charger connector See below Plug the adapter into the battery pack at the pack connector at the bottom of the battery See below p 41 52 ...

Page 42: ... can charge the battery while it is in or out of the electric bicycle It normally takes four to six hours to fully charge your battery from a fully discharged condition Fully charge the battery for at least twelve hours before using your eFlow bicycle for the first time Fully charge the battery for at least twelve hours after every ten charges To maximize the life of your battery and to ensure tha...

Page 43: ...g the charger and thoroughly dry all components prior to charging the battery Long Term Storage If you do not plan to use your eFlow bicycle for an extended period of time 1 month or more remove the battery from the bicycle for storage Fully charge the battery for at least twelve hours before storing the battery Fully recharge the battery for at least twelve hours at least every 30 days of storage...

Page 44: ...anty If you have any questions regarding this instruction please do not hesitate to contact the Currie Tech Customer Service Department at 1 800 377 4532 If you have any questions about this battery or its usage please do not hesitate to contact the Customer Service Department at Currie Tech at 800 377 4532 Battery Disposal We are confident that you will enjoy many miles of pleasurable riding with...

Page 45: ...rom time to time things can go wrong The following is intended to be a general guide for diagnosing and remedying simple issues that may happen If you are unsuccessful in resolving a problem please do not hesitate to contact your selling dealer or the Customer Service Team at Currie Tech at 1 800 377 4532 Problem Bicycle does not turn on Cause 1 Dead battery Solution 1 Recharge the battery Please ...

Page 46: ...nt wheel o Release the front hub quick release by rotating the quick release lever away from the hub o Turn the adjusting nut on the opposite side of the hub from the quick release lever counter clockwise until the nut and quick release lever body clears the safety protrusions on the fork tip o After repairing the flat tire replace the front wheel taking care that the disk if properly inserted int...

Page 47: ... performance leading to an accident that could result in serious injury or death and property damage DO NOT ride your bicycle if you are not confident that the brakes are working properly Removing the rear wheel o Removing the rear wheel of an electric bike is similar to the procedures used to remove a rear wheel from a conventional bike with one exception On an electric bike you must disconnect t...

Page 48: ... reconnecting the motor power plug zip tie the plug and associated cables to the fittings on the bottom of the chain stay o Ensure that the wheel is properly centered in the frame Securely fix the quick release mechanism See page 49 WARNING If you are unsure about the brake set up and adjustment procedure please take your eFlow bicycle to your selling dealer or any qualified bicycle mechanic and a...

Page 49: ...cycle firmly close the lever to its fully closed position see C D If the lever closes without resistance reopen lever spin the assembly further clockwise and reclose until firm and secure connection is found Repeat processes for both sides of each wheel Note Do not perform this installation for both sides of the axle concurrently as axle may rotate Always ensure proper installation prior to use by...

Page 50: ...n such as no turn washers lipped dropouts or hooked washers that fit into eyelets in the bicycle s front fork Carefully follow the installation instructions and tests prior to use Improper installation could result in wheel frame separation and cause serious bodily injury This product should only be operated by a person 14 years of age or older under adult supervision in order to ensure proper ins...

Page 51: ... Tech Customer Service Department It is easy and convenient to do so You may call Customer Service at 1 800 377 4532 from 8 00 AM until 4 00 PM Pacific Standard Time or you may send a request for help using the form on www CurrieTech com at any time We are committed to your satisfaction and will do everything that we can to help to ensure that you are happy with your bicycle Thank you Copyright by...

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