Garneau e-URBANIA, User Manual

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• Do not use the battery if it has any noticeable scratches or other external damage. Doing so may cause the battery to overheat or explode, as
well as problems with operation.
• The operating temperature ranges for the battery are specified below. Do not use the battery in temperatures outside these ranges. If the battery
is used or stored in temperatures outside these ranges, fire, injury or problems with operation may occur.
1. During use: –20°C to 60°C
2. When charging: 0°C to 45°C
• Do not leave the battery in a place exposed to direct sunlight, inside a vehicle on a hot day or in other hot places. Doing so may result in battery
leakage.
• If any leaked fluid gets on your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately with clean water. The leaked fluid could damage your skin.
• Store the battery in a safe place out of reach of children and pets.
• When you carry a power-assisted bicycle in a car, remove the battery from the bicycle and place the battery on a stable surface in the car.
• Do not short-circuit the (+) and (-) terminals with other metals.
• Do not store batteries with objects such as hairpins, coins or screws.
2.2 SAFE RIDING
• Do not pay too much attention to the cycle computer when riding, otherwise accidents may result.
• Make sure the wheels are securely installed on the bicycle before riding. If the wheels are not securely installed, the bicycle may fall over and
serious injury may result.
• If riding a power-assisted bicycle, make sure that you are fully familiar with the start-off characteristics of the bicycle before riding it on roads
with several vehicle lanes and pedestrian footpaths. If the bicycle starts off suddenly, accidents may result.
• Make sure the bicycle lights illuminate before riding at night.