Ozito PXC-BIKE, Instruction Manual

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING!
Basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury and material damage.
1. Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an
emergency, before operating the tool.
2. Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference. Failure
to adhere to the safety information and instructions set out below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
3. Take the rechargeable battery out of the electric bike before you start any work (e.g. assembly,
maintenance, work on the chain, etc.) on the electric bike, transport it by car, train or plane, or
stow it away.
4. There is a risk of injury if the electrical system is activated unintentionally.
5. The electrical system of your electric bike is very powerful. To ensure that it provides proper and
safe service, it needs to be regularly serviced by a dealer.
6. Take out the rechargeable battery immediately if you discover any damage to the electrical
system or, in particular, if any live parts are exposed, for example after a fall or a crash.
7. Always contact a qualified E-bike mechanic not only for any repairs but about any questions or
problems or if you discover any faults. A lack of expert knowledge can lead to serious accidents,
injuries and damage.
8. Never attempt to run your electric bike with a different rechargeable battery other than PXC
18V batteries.
9. Never remove any covers or parts. This could expose live parts. Connection points can also be
live. There is a risk of electric shocks and injuries if this is not done properly.
10. Do not damage or pinch any cables when you perform any maintenance, cleaning or
adjustment work on your electric bike or transport it.
11. You must not use your electric bike anymore if safe operation is no longer possible. This will be
the case if live parts or the rechargeable battery are damaged or if you discover any cracks in
the frame or components. The electric bike must be placed out of operation and made secure
until it is examined by a qualified E-bike mechanic.
12. You must take particular care if there are any children in the vicinity. Do not allow children to
insert any objects through openings in the vehicle, for example. They could suffer a potentially
lethal electric shock.
ELECTRIC BICYCLE SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
The electric bike is equipped with modern and complex technology. It
has to be handled with expert knowledge, experience and, where necessary, specialist
tools. Leave all work on your electric bike to a qualified E-bike mechanic. We can only
describe the most important points in these instructions. Further information and instructions are
also provided by the manufacturers of the components, and these also have to be observed.
1. It is imperative that you carry out the specified checks and inspections. Protect yourself and
others by acting safely and responsibly and bear in mind at all times the dangers to which road
users are exposed with the bike!
2. Always wear a helmet which is suitable and fits properly. Check with a qualified bike mechanic
how to position the helmet correctly so that it provides the effective protection for which it is
designed.
3. Seeing and being seen is important! You should therefore wear brightly colored clothing or
clothing with reflective elements when cycling.
4. Do not wear loose clothing with which you could get caught or which could get entangled in the
bike.
5. Bind both trouser legs tightly to your body at all times. You may need to use trouser clips.
6. Wear proper shoes for cycling. Your shoes must have stiff, non-slip soles.
7. Look and think ahead when cycling and familiarize yourself with the brake performance when you
cycle for the first time by cycling somewhere which is safe and has no traffic.
8. Only one person at a time is allowed to cycle on the electric bike.
9. Do not carry any loose, unsecured objects with you.
10. Always remember to swing the stand up before you start cycling.
11. Check that all the quick-release fasteners are fitted securely and tightly every time before you
start cycling and whenever your electric bike has been left anywhere unattended, even for just
a short time.
12. Check that all screw connections and components are secure at regular intervals.
13. Your responsibility as the owner of the vehicle includes responsibility for the actions and safety
of any minors who use it – and also responsibility for the technical condition of the electric bike
and the adjustment of the bike to each user. You therefore need to ensure that any minors
who use the electric bike have learned how to use it safely and responsibly – ideally within the
area in which they will be cycling on the electric bike.
14. Minors are only permitted to cycle on the electric bike if they have reached the stipulated age
and are in possession of the requisite driving permit.
15. Please take care during selection of a bicycle for children or people of short stature that seat
position must be adjustable so that feet of a seated rider can reach the ground
16. As bare tube ends have been known to cause injury, handlebar hand grips or tube end-plugs
should be replaced if damaged. On bicycles used by children it’s particularly important to check
regularly that adequate protection for the ends of the handlebars are in place.
17. Increased braking distances should be observed in wet weather.
18. Remember that the additional assistance of the motor enables you to travel at a much higher
speed than you will have been accustomed to from your bike.
19. Be aware that the motor of your electric bike may get hot if you travel uphill for some time. Do
not touch it. You may sustain burns.
20. The same applies to the brake disks, which can get very hot when you apply the brakes. You
should therefore avoid cycling with dragging brakes in particular, and that includes on longer or
steeper downhill sections as well.
21. Never ride faster than conditions warrant or beyond your riding abilities.
22. Do not ride the PXC Bike when you are under the effects of alcohol, drugs and fatigue.
23. Cyclists are required to follow the rules of the road at all times.
24. Always perform the mechanical safety check (described in the Maintenance Manual/Service
Card) before you get on a PXC Bike.
25. Keep body parts and other objects away from the sharp teeth of the chainring, the moving
chain, cassette, the turning pedals and cranks, and the spinning wheels of your PXC Bike.
26. Always wear shoes that will stay on your feet and will grip the pedals. Never ride barefoot or
when wearing sandals.
27. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls of your PXC Bike.
28. Do not perform stunts, jumps or tricks of any kind with the PXC Bike, this may expose yourself
to injury and any damage to the bike will not be covered by warranty.
Safe Operation on the Road
WARNING!
Failure to obey the following warnings can result in injury to the rider
or to others.
• Obey the road rules at all times, such as traffic signals, signs and giving way to pedestrians.
• Always wear a bicycle helmet that meets the local safety standards.
• Always ensure that appropriate footwear is worn whilst riding this bike. Lace up shoes with
rubber soles, never ride barefooted or in sandals, and ensure that shoelaces are tied and kept
out of the way of the wheels and drive system.
• Always ride in the same direction as the traffic. Never ride against traffic.
• Avoid the following hazards: drain grates, soft road edges, gravel or sand, pot holes or ruts,
wet leaves, or uneven paving.
• When crossing railroad tracks do so carefully at a 90 degree angle to prevent loss of control.
• Do not carry packages or object that obstruct your vision or control.
• Do not carry any passengers.
• Do not ride with both hands off the handlebars unless signalling.
• Use hand signals. Indicate intended actions, such as turning or stopping, by using appropriate
hand signals.
• Apply the rear brake first, then apply the front brake. The front brake is stronger and if not
used properly you may lose control and fall.
• Do not use items that may impede your hearing. Eg headphones.
• Ride predictably and in a straight line.
Cycling in Wet Weather
• Use extra caution in wet weather.
• Avoid sudden braking.
• Apply brakes sooner in wet conditions, as stopping distance increases in wet weather.
• Slow overall riding pace and approach corners more carefully.
Night Riding
• Avoid riding at night if possible, if you choose to ride at night:
• Purchase, install, and use a front and rear bicycle light.
• Make sure the reflectors of your bicycle are correctly positioned and is visible at all times.
• Use a flashing rear light to improve visibility.
• Wear light-coloured reflective clothing, such as a reflective vest and reflective bands for your
arms and legs.
• Do not exceed 30km/h.
• Do not modify any of the E-bike components.