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BATTERY
The battery is the most important component on your Super73. Following a few simple rules, you can
optimize its life. Here are a few tips :
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Do not store a discharged battery. It could go into deep discharge which will reduce its life.
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Make it a habit to recharge at the end of each ride, so your bike will always be ready to go again.
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Even if it can withstand storage temperatures of 14°F to 104°F (-10°C to 40°C), you can optimize its
shelf life by storing it at room temperature 68°F (20°C).
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Observe operating conditions between 23°F to 104°F (-5°C to 40°C).
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Do not leave your battery exposed to high temperatures or direct sunlight for long periods of time
(for example, on the back of a car in direct sunlight).
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Please ensure that the contacts are always clean and do not insert metal objects.
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Do not dispose the battery in your trash. There are proper disposal methods for lithium-ion
batteries. Please check your local waste management regulations.
Warning: Lithium-ion battery transportation is subject to certain rules.
RANGE
The maximum range of a full charge depends on many variables such as: age of battery, type of
terrain and incline, rider weight, speed, outside temperature, driving style, amount of pedaling, or tire
inflation.
Conditions that affect your battery’s range:
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Temperature: Extreme cold and heat can affect the batteries capacity.
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Total Number of Charge Cycles: As the battery ages, total capacity can decrease. The battery has a
total of 1000 full cycles when it’s new.
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Wind: Riding into a strong headwind can decrease range.
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Road Conditions: Excessively rough or hilly terrain requires the consumption of more power.
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Load: Carrying extra weight on the bike or in a backpack will use more energy.
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Operator Weight
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Repeated Acceleration from a standing start.
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Proper Gear Usage: Taking full advantage of the available gear will significantly increase range.
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Poor Maintenance: Under inflated tires, mis-adjusted brakes, a dry or dirty chain, can decrease
range.
Range in cold weather:
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In case of extreme cold, the range of your electric bike is reduced. It is a normal physical process,
and in no case a damage or defect of the battery. If you use your battery when temperatures rise,
its energy will increase again.
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We advise you to store the battery and charge it at room temperature during cold days and to use
your E-Bike immediately after installing the battery. The power consumption warms the battery
and you benefit from a good battery life, even when it is cold outside.
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In winter however, plan for shorter trips or pedal with a lower level of assistance.
Tips for Maximizing Range:
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Charge the battery at room temperature (
20°C,
3
°
-74
°
F)
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Lithium-ion batteries have no chemical memory, and it is not necessary to discharge the battery
completely for best performance. Charging a partially full battery will have no negative effects.
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Maintain proper tire pressures and lube the chain regularly.
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Operating temperatures between 4°C and 30°C (40°F and 85°F) will significantly increase range.
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Get your bike a regular tune up (every 6 months) at your local bike dealer.
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