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VIII. Battery Use, Care and Maintenance 

 
For the proper use, maintenance and storage of this battery, it is crucially important that 
you read and understand the instructions given in this manual.   

 
WARNING:  Failure to properly use, charge and store this battery will void the 
warranty, and may cause a hazardous situation.  DO NOT use this battery with any 
other vehicle or appliance.  Use of this battery with any other product will void the 
warranty, and may create a hazardous condition that could cause a fire resulting in 
severe injury or death, and property damage. 
 

If you have any questions about this battery or its usage, please do not hesitate to contact 
the Customer Service Department at Ultra Motor at (415) 693-3110. 
 

WARNING:  Never short circuit the discharge terminals of the battery.  A short 
circuit will damage the battery and could cause a fire resulting in severe injury or 
death, and property damage.   
 
CAUTION:  Keep the battery away from excessive heat and/or open flames.  Avoid 
long term exposure to direct rays from the sun. 
 
CAUTION:  Protect the battery from water or other moisture.  If the battery 
becomes wet from rain during use, dry it as soon as possible.  Remove the battery 
from the electric bicycle before washing the bicycle. 
 
CAUTION:  To avoid damage to the battery, never subject it to intense physical 
shock or severe vibration. 
 
Charging Instructions 
 
WARNING: Use only the battery charger supplied with this battery.  If you use any 
other battery charger, you will void the warranty, you may damage the battery and 
you could cause a fire that would result in property damage and possible injury or 
death. 

 

 

Check the Voltage Selector switch on the charger to insure that it is set to your 
local line voltage (110 volts for the United States). 

 

Plug the charger into the wall outlet. 

 

Ensure that the battery Power Switch is switched OFF before connecting the 
charger to the battery. 

 

Rotate the charger port cover port on the side of the battery housing clockwise or 
counter clockwise to expose the charger receptacle.  

 

Carefully align the connector pins and connect the charger to the battery by 
plugging the connector into the charger receptacle. 

 

Turn ON the charger using the ON/OFF switch on the charger. 

 

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Summary of Contents for Europa

Page 1: ...Europa Electric Bicycle Owner s Manual 1...

Page 2: ...Ultra Motor USA 1661 Tennessee St Unit 2J San Francisco CA 94107 USA 415 693 3110 Part number 100001 Version 3 3 Winter 2010 2...

Page 3: ...roduction 3 II Serial Numbers 7 III Specifications 8 IV Callisto Component Chart 10 V Europa Component Chart 11 VI Unpacking and Assembly 12 VII Operation 19 VIII Battery Use Care and Maintenance 31 I...

Page 4: ...esponsibility You have a responsibility also learn how to operate your new bike safely and correctly Keep it in good shape by maintaining it and making sure that anyone who uses it knows how to operat...

Page 5: ...strips Buy a flashing LED light and use it Make sure that the reflectors on your bike are properly positioned and clean Use the headlight so that you can see the obstacles in your path Ride more slow...

Page 6: ...ying the warning to be aware of the specific hazard Term CAUTION Meaning This term calls attention to a Caution A Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in...

Page 7: ..._____ Please also record this other important information Date of Purchase ______________________________________________ Selling Dealer ______________________________________________ Street Address _...

Page 8: ...pa Shimano Alivio 7 speed with twist grip shifter o Brakes Tektro linear pull caliper o Saddle Ultra Motor comfort gel Motor o Type Heinzmann brushed hub motor o Power rating 400 watts Battery o Model...

Page 9: ...Brake lever cut off switches o Security Key lock ON OFF switch Locking battery compartment o Safety Shimano dynamo front hub Halogen headlight LED tail light Full reflector package Retro reflective a...

Page 10: ...ent latches 2 21 Drive chain 7 Adjustable handlebar stem 22 Rear tire wheel 8 Audible warning device bell 23 Rear wheel reflector 9 Throttle state of charge indicator On Off key switch 24 Rear deraill...

Page 11: ...ADJUST ANY OF THESE COMPONENTS Doing so may cause extensive damage to these components will void your warranty and may cause a hazardous condition Note Throughout this manual we will refer to the righ...

Page 12: ...at are used to keep components from moving during shipment There are zip ties installed on the bike that are used to manage electrical and control cable routing on the bike DO NOT clip those zip ties...

Page 13: ...result in serious injury or death and property damage If you are uncertain about any aspect of the assembly and adjustment of your bike seek help from a qualified mechanic A comprehensive manual for t...

Page 14: ...and tighten the adjusting nut another 180 and try again 7 Plug the lighting system power connector onto the dynamo hub connector as shown in the photo below Align and Adjust the Front Brake Pads The r...

Page 15: ...he front fork as shown 2 Align the handlebar so that the handlebar is perpendicular to the direction of travel 3 Securely tighten the wedge bolt located in the body to the handlebar stem with a 6mm he...

Page 16: ...bicycle comfortably contact your local bike dealer for a longer seat post 4 Securely close the seat post quick release A properly adjusted seat post clamp will prevent rotation of the seat post when...

Page 17: ...the left hand pedal Please insure that you install the right pedal on the right hand side and the left pedal on the left hand side Prior to installing each pedal lightly coat the threads of the pedal...

Page 18: ...Tres Terra electric bicycle if it has broken or missing spokes Wheels should rotate smoothly without wobbling from side to side or up and down Check the hub bearing adjustment periodically by lifting...

Page 19: ...ury or death and property damage Please refer to the instructions on Page 15 for the proper installation and adjustment of your brakes WARNING Bicycle caliper brakes lose effectiveness when wet Avoid...

Page 20: ...ould cause a fire that would result in property damage and possibly cause injury or death Follow the instructions for battery charging in Section VIII and in the Battery Charger Instruction Manual sup...

Page 21: ...fer to mount the bicycle BEFORE turning on the power If the power is turned ON before you get on the bicycle you may inadvertently actuate the twist throttle and cause the bike to lurch forward before...

Page 22: ...d in the brake levers When you apply the brakes power to the motor will turn OFF Therefore do not hold the brake lever s when you want the motor to run Cycle Computer o Your Ultra Motor electric bicyc...

Page 23: ...rn off the power to the motor when the voltage of the battery drops to a predetermined point This is to protect the battery from the harmful effects of over discharge When the power turns off due to a...

Page 24: ...ange that you will experience with the bike These include Battery state of charge Tire inflation pressure Adjustment of the wheel bearings and brakes tight bearings or a dragging brake shoe will adver...

Page 25: ...cycle under electric power We have configured the electrical drive system to provide ample torque to help you climb hills However depending on the steepness and length of the hill and the mass weight...

Page 26: ...irect rays from the sun CAUTION Protect the battery from water or other moisture If the battery becomes wet from rain during use dry it as soon as possible Remove the battery from the electric bicycle...

Page 27: ...for the first time Fully charge the battery for at least twelve hours for the first three battery charges after using your TresTerra electric bicycle Fully charge the battery for at least twelve hour...

Page 28: ...battery is recharged on a regular basis However if the electric bicycle is not used for an extended period of time this constant power usage will eventually completely drain the battery resulting in...

Page 29: ...in connection with the sale of our products other than set forth herein Amendments reserved Damage in Transit The battery and charger should be tested when received If the battery or charger is damage...

Page 30: ...t up self test happens and state of charge indicator LEDs illuminate but motor does not run Possible cause 1 A brake lever is applied When the brakes are applied a signal is sent to the controller to...

Page 31: ...front wheel o Release the front caliper brakes by following the procedure described above o Release the front hub quick release by rotating the quick release lever away from the hub o Turn the adjusti...

Page 32: ...djusted brakes may cause reduced braking performance leading to an accident that could result in serious injury or death and property damage DO NOT ride your bike if you are not confident that the bra...

Page 33: ...tay Replace the bolt and nut tightening securely CAUTION Failure to re install the anti torque bar after re installation of the rear wheel will allow the motor to rotate in the frame when power is app...

Page 34: ...perly adjusted brakes may cause reduced braking performance leading to an accident that could result in serious injury or death and property damage DO NOT ride your bike if you are not confident that...

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