Q: How many charges will the Energy Set
accept before needing replacement?
A: Lafree’s lead acid battery can be charged
from 300-400 times before replacement.
Q: What are the advantages of the sealed
lead acid battery set that Lafree has
chosen?
A: The lead acid battery uses “deep cycle”
technology, allowing the chemical reaction
to occur within the battery without the need
for an alternator, such as with a car or
motorcycle. This means that the energy is
recycled through the battery each time it is
charged, making it more efficient and safer
to handle.
Q: Can I ride Lafree without the battery?
A: Although Lafree can be ridden as a
standard bicycle, it is strongly
recommended that you do not ride without
the Energy Set in place. If you DO choose
to ride without the Energy Set, do not place
any items in the energy set compartment
other than the energy set as damage may
occur to the battery leads.
Q: Where can I charge my Lafree?
A: Lafree’s Energy Set can be charged at any
110/240 volt grounded electrical socket.
Q: What happens when the Energy Set
becomes depleted?
A: When the energy level in Lafree’s battery
reaches one percent of maximum capacity,
the battery needs to be re-charged. Simply
plug Lafree’s power cord into any approved
power outlet (see Section 6.1,Charging the
Energy Set).
Q: Will temperature effect the range of
Lafree’s Energy Set?
A: Extremes in heat and cold may effect
maximum energy range (see Section 6).
Q: What is the maximum speed of Lafree?
A: The maximum speed under full VPC
Throttle assist is 25km/h. Once Lafree has
reached or exceeded 25km/h, the motor
will automatically disengage until the speed
falls below 25 km/h.
Q: Can I ride my Lafree in the rain or through
puddles?
A: Yes. However, you should not spray water
directly at any of the electrical components,
which include the Energy Set, motor, VPC
Throttle, and energy indicator.
Q: Does an electric bicycle require any special
maintenance?
A: The standard bicycle parts can be serviced
by the owner if the correct tools are used.
However, there is no user serviceable
components in the Energy Set, drive motor,
or VPC Throttle components. We
recommend that you follow the service
schedule and take your Lafree to an
authorised Lafree dealer periodically.
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