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4.8 Battery care
• Storage of the battery-pack
When the battery-pack is not in use, store it in a dry, cool place. Li-Ion batteries are best stored at
70% to 80% charge. Charge it every two months. The temperature should be between 5˚C and
25˚C, preferably 5-10˚C. Do not store it in places where temperatures get higher than +25˚C or
lower than 5˚C. Keep away from extreme temperature changes. Keep the battery-pack from
condensation to prevent rust forming on the terminals.
The RIDE+ batteries that are charged with a power supply (RIDE+ R250, RIDE+ R320, RIDE+ C320,
RIDE+ C420) can be left on the power supply and will regularly recharge automatically.
Notice: Do not short-circuit the battery terminals. This may cause the battery pack to overheat,
catch fire, or even explode. Do not attempt to open the battery-pack. Opening the battery-pack may
cause a short, resulting in overheating, fire, or even explosion. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Opening the battery-pack will void your warranty.
The battery is splash proof but not
waterproof. Do not immerse the battery into water and do not clean with a high pressure cleaner.
• Battery pack recycling
Because a battery pack contains certain harmful substances, it must be treated as chemical waste
and may not be disposed as normal waste.
a battery pack may not be disposed as normal waste To prevent environmental pollution,
a defective or end-of-life battery pack can be handed over to your dealer or to another waste
disposal according to local rules.
4.9 Suggestions for use
• Getting the most from your electric bicycle
Riding with the system ‘on’ in level 0 is the same as riding with the system ‘off’. With the system
switched ‘on’, your speed and distance will be measured and you will be able to use the lights. This
will not be possible when the system is ‘off’. The system will be most efficient when you pedal with
a cadence of around 60 rpm. Use the assistance levels according to your needs. Always remember
that your electric bicycle is still a bicycle and should be used as such.
The tables below provide approximate distances you can expect to travel on one battery charge,
based on ideal conditions. Actual distances will vary depending on wind, tire pressure, rider weight,
riding style, road conditions, software settings, topography, age of battery and other parameters.
Range for a fully charged battery (‘RIDE+ R250’; 250 Wh)
Terrain/ Assistance level
1 (25%)
2 (50%)
3 (100%)
4 (200%)
Flat terrrain
50-80 km
40-65 km
30-50 km
25 - 35 km
Hilly terrrain
40-70 km
30-55 km
20-40 km
15 - 25 km
Mountainous terrrain
25-40 km
20-35 km
15-25 km
10 - 20 km
Instructions for Use