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MERIDA USERS MANUAL
Feature
500
550
550 LTD
Benefit
Tig-welded Aluminum Frame
X
X
X
Light, Rust Proof, Durable
SR Suntour Suspension Fork
X
Added Comfort & Control
Lead Acid Battery (18.75 lbs.)
X
X
X
Good Range, Low Replacement Cost
NiMH Battery (10.25 lbs.)
X
X
X
Lighter, Longer Range, Quicker Recharge
DC24-volt 400 Watt Peak Output Motor
X
X
X
Direct Drive, Good Climbing Power
Charger (115/230 volt) off-board
X
X
X
Transportable, Works everywhere you go
Alex Alloy Rims with Stainless Spokes
X
X
X
Rust Proof, Sturdy, Light
Aluminum Adjustable Bar/Stem
X
X
X
Allows Custom Fit for maximum comfort
Shimano Nexus 4 Speed Hub/Shifter
X
X
X
No Exposed Gears, Smooth, Precision Shifting
Kalloy Suspension Seatpost
X
X
X
Added Shock Absorption - Adjustable
Comfort Spring Saddle
X
X
X
Ride Longer, Smoothes Out the Bumps
Front/Rear Generator Lights
X
X
X
No Batteries Required
Two Foot Kickstand
X
X
X
Sturdy and Stable
Rear Rack / Full Fenders
X
X
X
Carry Cargo and Keep Clean
Front Basket (2.5 lbs.)
X
X
Great for running errands
Quick Release Seatpost Clamp
X
X
X
Allows fast, easy seat height adjustment
All Weather Tires 26" x 1.50"
X
X
X
Durable, Comfortable, Low Rolling Resistance
Tektro Direct Pull Brake, Front
Shimano Roller Brake, Rear
X
X
X
Quality Brakes from top brands
Weight (without battery & basket)
47 lbs
47 lbs
49 lbs
Not bad for a bike with a motor!
Approximate Range Lead Acid
19 miles
19 miles
19 miles
Range Exceeds Most Electric Bicycles
Approximate Range NiMH
24 miles
24 miles
24 miles
Range Exceeds Most Electric Bicycles
Top Speed (Assisted)
15 mph
15 mph
15 mph
Automatically Delivers Power When You Need It
Approximate Charge Time - LA
4/10 hours
4/10 hours
4/10 hours
1st number 90% charge. 2nd number 100%
Approximate Charge Time - NiMH
2.5/7 hours 2.5/7 hours 2.5/7 hours
1st number 90% charge. 2nd number 100%
Maximum Load
240 lbs
240 lbs
240 lbs
Strength you can rely on
Tire inflation pressure
40-65 psi
40-65 psi
40-65 psi
Best performance @ 60 - 65 psi
These numbers are required for warranty and replacement
parts purposes.
8f. RECORDING YOUR KEY NUMBER
(figure 41 A)
Your Battery Pack Keys have numbers stamped into them.
The number is on one side of the silver key just below the
black plastic cap. Record your key number here:
Key Number _________________________________ .
If you should lose your keys or need a replacement you will
need this number. Your bike has no other markings to iden-
tify your keys.
8g. BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the time comes to replace your battery pack please
see your Merida dealer or contact EWI. Mail your warranty
registration card to EWI within 30 days from purchase date
and you qualify for a 10% discount on Merida battery re-
placements after the warranty period ends.
8h. RECORDING YOUR DEALER INFORMATION
You may need this information for future reference.
Dealer Name: ___________________________________
Address: _______________________________________
City: ___________________________________________
State ______________ Zip: ________________________
Telephone: _____________________________________
Email: _________________________________________
Contact: _______________________________________
8 i. SPECIFICATIONS
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