Raleigh Fast Pedelec, Instrucoes De Utilizacao

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18 III User Manual Pedelec with centre motor
5.2 Distance
The distance you can travel using the power assist with
the battery fully charged depends on several factors:
•
Ambient temperature
If it is colder, you will travel a shorter distance
with the same battery charge.
To maximise the distance you can travel, keep the
battery in a heated room so that it is at room tem-
perature when you fit it on your Pedelec.
As the battery discharges when the motor is in use,
it generates enough heat to not lose too much of its
power at low ambient temperatures.
Rate of discharge at different temperatures
Discharge curve at normal temperatures
Discharge curve at low temperatures
Discharge capacity at low temperatures
Discharge capacity at normal temperatures
Discharge capacity (Ah) or hours of use
Difference between nor-
mal and low temperature
Rated voltag
e
Minimum voltag
e f
or
batter
y operation
(cutoff voltag
e)
•
Selected assist level
If you want to cover a large distance assisted by
the motor, select the lower gears, i.e. the ones
that are easier to pedal. Also change to
"low assist
level / LOW / ECO" .
•
Handling
If you are riding in gears that are harder to pedal
and select a high assist level, e. g. when riding
uphill, the motor will provide support with plenty
of power. However, this leads to higher consump-
tion, as with driving a car at high speed on the
motorway. You will therefore have to recharge the
battery sooner. You can conserve energy when rid-
ing your bike not just by turning the pedals, but
also by applying even pressure throughout each
crank revolution.