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Missing an item?  Incase it came loose in transit, please check all foam inserts, boxes and a the 
bottom of the main bike box.

 

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Before you set up your bike, it can be helpful to lay everything out first and make sure all the 
parts are there. 

 

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Something damaged or broken? Snap some photos and send them along to Dillenger and 
we’ll sort it out for you.

 

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Something missing? Double check the box, even under the flaps. Those small parts can be 
sneaky. If you still can’t find it let us know and we’ll get onto it. 

Pedals

Folding Joint 

Charger

keys

tools

Saddle 

Located inside their own 

packaging within the bike box.

Packaged individually or 

inserted into the frame

Located inside the same box 

as the pedals.

Zip tied to the handlebars 

In a box with the charger and 

pedals

Packaged individually

Summary of Contents for Cheetah

Page 1: ...Cheetah Please read through carefully before riding your new Cheetah User Manual English ...

Page 2: ...on Your First Ride When you buckle on your helmet and go for your first ride be sure to pick an area away from cars other cyclists obstacles or other hazards to become familiar with the controls features and performance of your new electric bike We suggest you start riding with the electric motor turned off until you are comfortable Then turn the key to turn the motor on It s your responsibility t...

Page 3: ...s and send them along to Dillenger and we ll sort it out for you Something missing Double check the box even under the flaps Those small parts can be sneaky If you still can t find it let us know and we ll get onto it Pedals Folding Joint Charger Keys Tools Saddle Located inside their own packaging within the bike box Packaged individually or inserted into the frame Located inside the same box as ...

Page 4: ...lling the Front Wheel 8 Handlebars 9 Pedals 9 Brakes 10 Removing the Front Wheel 11 Removing the Rear Wheel 11 Tyres 12 Wheels 12 Repairing a Puncture 13 Folding the Bike 14 Suspension 15 Lights 15 Drivetrain 16 Motor 17 Battery 18 Bottom Bracket Cranks and Pedals 20 Maintenance of the Frame 21 Specifications 22 Contact Us 23 ...

Page 5: ...his refers to the side of the bike that they fit The right hand pedal does up clockwise whereas the left hand pedal does up anti clockwise 3 Ride Once the battery is fully charged lock it into the frame and turn it on with the key at the top of the battery You re now ready to go 5 Handlebars Wheels Lift the front of the bike up and offer the wheel up to the bike Seat the axle into the front dropou...

Page 6: ...F THE BIKE Below are some of the main components of the Dillenger Cheetah Rear Rack Battery Switch Bike Stand Seat Adjustment Frame Folding Joint Handlebar Height Adjustment Handlebar Folding Joint Motor Pedals ...

Page 7: ...nly The specific components received may vary slightly If you are in doubt about any aspect of the assembly of the bike see help from a skilled bicycle mechanic 7 Safety warning Safety First Always wear an approved helmet when riding your Dillenger electric bike and follow the helmet manufacturer s instructions for fit use and care of your helmet Mechanical Safety Check Routinely check the conditi...

Page 8: ...to the desired angle re tighten the nuts It is recommended to check that these nuts are tight before riding Fault Solution My saddle is at an uncom fortable angle Undo the adjusting nuts adjust the angle of the saddle and retighten the nuts My saddle is loose and turns when I ride Height adjustment bolt is too loose tighten it My saddle is loose and turns when I ride Saddle adjustment nuts are loo...

Page 9: ... desired height Fault Solution My handlebars just spin and do not turn the front wheel Fold the handlebars down and tighten the Allen bolt this locks the handlebars to the front forks My handlebars are loose and wobbly Check the height adjusting quick release clamp is tight To do this open the quick release tighten the round bolt by one turn then close the clamp again Repeat if one turn is not eno...

Page 10: ...ar in mind that V brake type rim brakes have a very powerful braking action Therefore never use the front brake only Always use the front as well as the rear brake Rear Drum Brake Over time drum brakes also wear You will notice this by the fact that the brake levers will almost be able to touch the handlebar Usually readjusting the brakes suffices but if there is excessive travel undo the nut on t...

Page 11: ... If you do suffer a puncture it can be easier to repair the puncture without removing the rear wheel To remove the rear wheel begin by removing the battery and turn the bike over so it is resting on the seat and the handlebars You may need someone to hold the bike steady as the bike can be unstable when upside own depending on the height of the seat and handlebars With the bike inverted take off t...

Page 12: ... to be tightened and the wheel needs to be trued you might need to get a bike shop to do this The inflation pressure of the tyres is very important and has a big impact on the performance and range of any electric bike Before riding check that the pressure is in between the recommended pressure written on the sidewall of the tyre If the tyre is bald or the tread has worn down replace the tyre imme...

Page 13: ...e in a bucket of water If you have located the puncture mark the spot on the tube using a ballpoint pen Now you can empty the tube completely and dry it Clean the puncture area well with a piece of emery cloth Then smear on a not too thick layer of rubber solution and let it dry for a few minutes following to the manufacturer s instructions Subsequently you can stick a patch on it which you should...

Page 14: ...it can be easier to manoeuvre the bike by removing the battery first as it will reduce the overall weight of the bike Fault Solution My handlebars won t fold down Check that the quick release lever is moved out of the way and that the pin that acts as a secondary restraint is pushed in My frame won t fold Check that the quick release lever is moved out of the way and then make sure that you lift t...

Page 15: ...y and is switched on an off by a button found next to the left hand handlebar grip Press the button to turn the light on and press it again to turn the light off The light will also turn off when the battery switch is turned off The rear of the bike is fitted with a red reflector If you intend on riding at night it is highly recommended to fit a rear light Please Note When riding at night it s you...

Page 16: ...hen do the same for the drum brake housing you can now use the chain tensioner to either tighten or slacken the chain Tighten is so that it is firm but not drum tight You should be able to move it up and down 10 15mm in total so 5mm up then 5mm down Also make sure that you adjust the non chain side to keep the rear wheel straight in the frame Motor Chain With the pedal chain tension set the motor ...

Page 17: ...r activates and assists you Maintenance This unit is pre filled with grease for lubrication which should last many years under normal operating conditions As a precaution Dillenger recommends cleaning out the old grease and replacing it every two years Fault Solution Chain keeps falling off Check that the chain is tight Check that the motor plate is straight it could have been dam aged by impact w...

Page 18: ...ng Removing the battery The battery can also be locked into the frame using the key that turns it on and off Turn it anticlockwise to unlock clockwise to lock The seat can be moved out the way by lifting the lever under the saddle this will allow the seat to hinge forward and out of the way The battery can now be lifted out by pulling up on the battery carry handle When new they can be quite stiff...

Page 19: ...attery Dillenger recommends the battery be charged regularly If the bike is stored for a long period the battery should be charged every few weeks Failure to do so could see the battery loose charge which if left for a long period can dramatically reduce the capacity of the battery Please Note Only charge the batteries with the specified charger Using a different charger could damage the batteries...

Page 20: ... annoying cracking sound during cycling or feel the play More seriously riding with a loose crank can also damage it irreparably It s OK for the pedal bearings to have a bit of play This is because the pedal axle will bend a little over time as a result of the force exerted on it If the pedals themselves or the cranks are bent or damaged for instance following a fall they need to be replaced Bendi...

Page 21: ... the dirt Paintwork Care should be taken when cleaning the paintwork For instance do not use alkalis such as ammonia or soda or products that contain fluorides chlorides or sulphates These may damage the coating and therefore result in reduced gloss Minor damage to the paintwork can best be touched up with a paint pencil Chromed parts With regard to chromed parts such as the handlebar hubs cranks ...

Page 22: ...n Use Commuting and recreation Nominal Power 250W Cruise Speed 20km h Max Speed 20km h Max Rider Weight 120kg Max Range 45km Weight Total Weight No Battery 18 8kg Battery Weight 9 2kg Total Weight 28kg Dimensions Length 137cm Width 44cm Height 100cm Wheel Base 95cm Wheel Size 16 Ground to Max Seat Range 78 94cm Folded Length 60cm Folded Width 75cm Folded Height 44cm ...

Page 23: ...it Southport QLD 4215 AUSTRALIA Tel 617 5532 9235 dillenger zendesk com www dillengerelectricbikes com 3 13 Olympic Circuit Southport Queensland 4215 Australia Tel 61 7 5532 9235 dillenger zendesk com www dillengerelectricbikes com Dillenger 2015 ...

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