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III. SAFETY & OPERATION
III. SAFETY & OPERATION
Power ON/OFF:
The power button is located on the
controller. To power ON, push the button once and wait
a few seconds for the blue and red lights to come on.
To power OFF, press and hold the button until the
lights turn off. The bike will power off automatically
after about 10 minutes of non-use. The motor and
lights will only function when the power is ON.
Charging:
Your Faraday is equipped with a state-of-the-art intelligent lithium-
ion battery. Unlike older batteries, there is no need to fully deplete the
battery before recharging—you can recharge anytime. In fact, we recommend
recharging as often as possible (Refer to
Battery & Charging
, p.47, for more
details.).
WARNING:
Even when turned off, your battery will naturally discharge
at a very, very slow rate. If you know you won’t be riding for a month
or more (for instance, during the winter, or if your Faraday is put in
storage), make sure to fully charge your battery before leaving your
Faraday unattended. A fully charged battery should easily hold a charge
for six months or longer.
Troubleshooting:
Your Faraday is—essentially—a computer (on two wheels).
Much like your Smartphone or Tablet, your bike may occasionally need a re-
start. In the unlikely event that you experience unusual behavior with your bike,
we recommend simply cycling the power: hold down the Power button (for
about 3 seconds) until the lights shut off, and then press Power again to re-
start. If the trouble persists, please contact Faraday and we’ll get you back on
the road as quickly as possible.
RIDING & OPERATING
BRAKES
PRO TIP:
Your Faraday is equipped with either Hydraulic or Mechanical
Disc Brakes; see the brake manufacturer’s instructions for installation,
operation and care. Full instructions can be found on the manufacturer’s
website. If you still need help, contact your local bicycle shop or Faraday.
WARNING:
Disc brakes are extremely powerful. Take extra care when
braking for the first few rides until you feel comfortable with how they
function. Always avoid touching the brake rotors; oils from your hands
may decrease the braking power. If you use the disc brakes constantly
(such as down a steep hill) they may get extremely hot.
WARNING:
Riding with improperly adjusted brakes or worn brake pads
is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING:
Applying brakes too hard or too suddenly can lock up a
wheel, which can cause you to lose control and fall. Sudden or excessive
application of the front brake may buck you over the handlebars, which
could result in serious injury or death.
Heed our warnings; braking is one of the most critical functions of your bike.
Let’s say you’re commuting to work and a taxi—without warning—swerves into
your lane. Proper braking could save your life. So, how does it work?
The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction between the brake
surfaces—in this case, the brake pads and the brake rotor. To make sure that