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IF Reach DC User Manual
Maintenance
01. Q:
The orange indicator doesn’t light after pressing power button.
A:
Please check the battery is in correct position and the connector points are clean. If the
circuit malfunctions the red light will keep blinking.
02. Q:
Motor not responding while pedaling.
A:
The speed may exceed the limit. This also occurs when riding downhill. Or the battery needs
recharged.
03. Q:
Battery renewal.
A:
The battery normally lasts one to one and half year under normal use. The warranty is 1 year.
04. Q:
Maintenance location.
A:
Contact your local dealer for warranty terms.
05. Q:
Can’t find the throttle on IF Reach dc.
A:
With the design of Intelligent Preferred Pedal Activated Power (IPPAP), the motor of IF
Reach dc is controlled to supply power in proportion to that it senses from pedaling.
Therefore no throttle is required.
06. Q:
Should I always turn the power on?
A:
When power is turned on, the motor is in standby mode and ready to work when pedaling.
When it’s off the IF Reach dc is just normal bike.
07. Q:
Noise or smell while riding.
A:
Please turn off power immediately and safely remove the battery. Contact your local dealer.
08. Q:
The battery is charged for hours but the indicator doesn’t show fully charged.
A:
The charge cycle of your battery may exceed. Please replace a new one. If it’s still under
warranty please send the battery back to your dealer.
09. Q:
Battery and charger are hot when charging.
A:
It’s normal. The temperature is around 40 to 50 Celsius while charging. Both battery and
charger have sensors, which automatically stop charging when temperature is over the
range.
10. Q:
I can feel the heat from the motor while riding.
A:
It’s normal. The heat is radiating to keep the operation normal. The motor is equipped with a
temperature sensor to keep from overheating.
11. Q:
The battery is fully charged but the working hour is short.
A:
The battery capacity reduces when not using for a long time. Set to Turbo mode and riding
uphill also rapidly depletes the battery.
12. Q:
How to make the best of external gear system with the 3-mode motor system?
A:
When going uphill, turn to Turbo mode and shift external to low-speed gear will maximize the
battery life. For long distance travel, set Economy mode and shift external to high-speed
gear.
13. Q:
How long should I charge the battery?
A:
At least once a month to prolonged storage. Move the battery from the bike if you don’t ride
the bike for a long time.
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