TROUBLESHOOTING
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Bike charges fully
but ride time is
shortened
Riding style
In order to maximize range and
speed, avoid excessive acceleration.
Accelerating at full throttle will
activate the DPC
TM
system, giving
the Optibike maximum power.
However, utilizing this system will
result in shorter ride times.
Worn battery
The internal battery in the Optibike
should retain significant capacity for
3 years of 30,000 miles. Under
normal
operating
conditions,
lithium battery capacity (and the
range of the bike) will be reduced
by 5-10% per year.
Cold temperatures
Cold weather will significantly
decrease run times. See section 3.5.
Bike has little power
Low battery
Connect the battery to the charger
and verify that the bike is charging.
Fully charge the bike.
Internal
battery
charger is plugged in
but bike’s LEDs do
not indicate charge
No power at outlet
Make sure that the charger
indicator lights when charger is
turned on. If not, use another
working outlet.
Misaligned battery
switch
Flip the switch to the forward
position to charge the internal
battery.
Obstructed or dirty
charger
Clean the charger port with
compressed
air
specifically
designed for cleaning electronics.
Do not use a liquid solvent or other
cleaner.
Blown
charger
fuse
Check and install the proper
replacement fuse
Battery overheat
In the case of an overheated
battery, it must be allowed to cool
sufficiently before it will accept a
charge.
