• The walk assist
function must only be
used when wheeling the bike on foot. There
is a risk of injury if the wheels on an e-bike
are not in contact with the ground when
using walk assist.
Use only genuine Shimano Steps batteries
which have been approved by the manufac-
turer of your e-bike. Use of other batteries
may result in injury and/or fire.
If other batteries are used no liability will be
accepted by Shimano Steps and no warranty
cover provided.
• Do not make
any changes to your elec-
tric system or fit any other products to it
aimed at increasing the power output from
your e-bike. As a rule you will shorten the
service life of the system and risk damaging
the Drive Unit (motor) and the e-bike. In addi-
tion there also the danger that you will void
the warranty cover on the e-bike you have
bought. Furthermore, as a result of inexpert
work on the system you will jeopardise your
safety and that of other road users which
risks accidents caused by manipulations,
high personal liability costs and potentially
even the danger of criminal prosecution.
The motor is intended exclusively for
your e-bike drive and must not be
used for any other purpose.
Maintenance and repair
When carrying out settings, mainte-
nance or cleaning jobs be aware that
cables must not be pinched and/or kinked
nor must they be damaged by sharp edges.
Have all fitting and setting jobs carried out
by your Gazelle specialist.
Observe operating and storage
temperatures for e-bike components
see further on in this manual. Protect the
motor, display and battery against extreme
temperatures (e.g. under intense sunlight
without adequate ventilation).
These components (especially the battery)
can be damaged by extreme temperatures.
Transporting the bike
Transporting the bike by car
If you intend to transport your bike using a
cycle carrier, you will also need to ensure
that the carrier is suitable for the added
weight of the bike as well. You need to
remove the battery when transporting an
e-bike on a cycle carrier. Make sure that the
bicycle does not obscure the car’s compul-
sory lights.
Transporting the bike by train
You can take your bike in trains displaying a
bike sign.
If you have any questions you can contact
the transporter.
Transporting the bike by air
Your bike will generally be subject to
the cycle provisions of the airline
concerned. Batteries are covered by the law
on hazardous goods transport. There are
specific packaging and marking require-
ments to be observed for transport by
commercial users or transport by third
parties (e.g. air freight or a haulage compa-
ny). For advice on this please contact a
hazardous goods expert.
Warranty and service life
A two-year warranty applies to the battery.
Should a fault occur during this period, your
Gazelle specialist will replace the battery.
Normal ageing as well as wear and tear
of the battery do not constitute a material
deficiency.
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