Gepida Reptila 1100 – Instruction Manual
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See next chapter : Winter Usage
Winter usage
The nature of the Li-ion batteries changes when used and stored at low temperatures. In such a case the capacity of the battery diminishes compared to its
nominal capacity (at the optimal temperature 15-20°C). This change can be observed already during the first ride under 10°C that may manifest in the
reduced range of the pedelec or in the automatic switch off the assistance on lower assist levels (1-4). The capacity of the used/stored battery reduces by
approx. 30-60%. at around 0°C.Therefore in wintertime you shall consider the following few easy steps below to extend the riding experience provided by
your GPDS pedelec.
Winter storage:
The recommended conditions to store the battery are between 15-20 °C in dry place, thus the battery is immediately ready to be used
when charged. It is also possible to store the battery at low temperature.
Winter charging:
Even if the battery was used or stored in cold, it must be let reaching and keeping room temperature (approx. 20°C) for approx. 1 hour
before charging. The charging at inappropriate temperature can cause low efficiency and ultimately damage the cells of the battery. The recommended
external temperature for charging is approximately 20°C.
Winter usage:
If you are using your pedelec in cold temperature, please make sure to put the battery into the console only right before leaving, until then
try to keep it at a warm place as much as it is possible. When riding around 0°C the battery cells cool down below optimal temperature in about 1 hour, that
is enough to travel 10-15 km by using the 10th assist level.
During this shortened time you should use the assist system on the maximum assist level (10) in order to take advantage of the optimum battery capacity.
With the temperature decreasing the output efficiency of the battery is proportionally reduces.
If you interrupt your ride try to take the battery to a warm place until you continue your ride.It is recommended to use only one battery at a time and keep
the other at warm place if possible.The decrease of the range can be observed at every assist level, while in lower assist levels the battery safety functions
might switch the assistance off