Junction Rapid-E, User Manual

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Using your power assisted bicycle
General handling instructions
Handling a power assisted bicycle
Remove the battery from the bicycle
before proceeding to the following…
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…Transporting your bicycle inside of
your vehicle or on a bicycle rack.
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… Performing m echanical adjustments
or maintenance on your bicycle.
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… Shipping your bicycle overseas or
even nationally with a transport
company.
Remove the LCD Display unit and
controller if packing the bicycle for
travelling in a train or airplane to prevent
damage to these components.
Power assisted bicycles are
considerably heavier than regular
bicycles, therefore you should take
extra caution before lifting your bicycle and use a
proper lifting technique in order to not hurt your
back.
If you are using a bicycle rack to
transport your power assisted bicycle
on your vehicle make sure it can
support the bicycle ’s weight.
Do not move your bicycle while the
battery is connected and charging to
prevent damage to the power cord
and connections.
Your bicycle ’s ‘’Walk’’ mode is
designed to help you push your bicycle
uphill. See section ’Power assist mode
description ’ to learn how to use this function.
Always advise shipping companies
that you are shipping dangerous
goods and follow their requirements
for packaging or ask your bicycle dealer on
recommendations regarding the packaging of
your battery for transport.
Handling the battery
Never submerge the battery in water
and avoid washing it with a high-
pressure washer. Although it has been
designed to be water resistant, the battery’s shell
is not fully sealed.
Never attempt to modify or
disassemble the battery. This could
lead to serious injuries, cause serious
damage and will void the manufacturer’s
warranty. Only a qualified technician should
perform repair or maintenance on any parts of the
power assist system.
Only use genuine parts provided by the
manufacturer to charge the battery
and always follow the charging
instructions and warnings.
Do not place the battery near heat
sources or throw in fire.
To prevent battery leakage, do not
leave your power assisted bicycle or
battery under direct sunlight for
prolonged periods or inside a vehicle on a hot day.
If a battery has suffered a strong
impact it may be damaged. You should
have it checked by a qualified dealer to
make sure it is safe to use before riding your power
assisted bicycle again.
Always respect the battery’s operatin g
temperature limits described in
section ‘Technical Details’.
If the battery starts leaking, stop using
it immediately and contact a qualified
dealer for instructions.