Riding Instructions. Daymak Amalfi, Rome 72V, Munich, Austin, Kingston, Vienna, Hamilton, Ultimate Electric Bike, Monaco, Austin 72V

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Riding Instructions

This guide assumes that you already know how to ride a standard bicycle. Before you try to ride an electric bicycle, you should be very familiar with controlling and balancing a normal bicycle.

Caution

If you do not have cycling experience, an e-bike is too dangerous to ride. Do not begin learning to ride a bicycle using an e-bike.

Important Notes

• Ebikes are Fast! E-bikes are capable of traveling at higher speeds than many bicy-

cle riders are accustomed to. Use caution at all times, especially when travelling

in mixed traffic. Always take into account driving and traveling conditions.

• Obey the Law. Be sure to follow all provincial and city traffic laws. This includes

obeying stop signs, checking carefully when turning, and riding defensively. An

e-bike is a motorized vehicle, even though it is classed as a bicycle. You must fol-

low the law.

• Stay Sober. Never ride your bicycle while intoxicated. An e-bike is capable of trav-

eling faster than a normal bicycle, and you should always be in control of it.

• Share the Road. Be careful in mixed traffic. When on bicycle paths, traveling near

pedestrians, or on recreational trails, try to be polite and courteous to those using

the paths with you. E-bikes are new in most cities, so other users of the roads and

recreational paths may not know how to deal with e-bike riders. Bear in mind that,

in a sense, e-bike riders are “ambassadors” for this new method of transportation.

Items to Carry with the Electric Bike

It is a good idea to carry the following items with you at all times when you ride your e-bike.

• The charger, to charge the bike in case the battery power runs out

• 30 Amp Fuse, spares for the batteries, in case the fuses blow

• A lock, to secure your e-bike when you park it

• A helmet, as required by safety laws

Inspecting your Electric Bike

Always inspect your e-bike before you ride it, to make sure its safety features are operating properly. Many accidents can be avoided with routine inspections. Once you are comfortable with your e-bike, you will be able to detect small changes in the way it feels.

If anything changes between uses, make sure to have it properly examined. Also, be sure to listen for changes in the sounds your e-bike makes over time. Any mechanical or power issues may have effects on the sounds the bicycle makes.

Holding the Handlebars

As with a normal bicycle or gas scooter, place your fingers over the brake levers, using the palms of your hand and your thumbs to wrap around and under the handlegrips. Doing this allows you to activate the brakes easily, by squeezing your hand, in case you have to stop quickly. This is the safe way to control your electric bicycle.

Turning your E-bike On and Off

To turn on your e-bike, insert the key into the “ignition”, located just below the dash board, and turn the key to the right. When your e-bike is activated, the power indicator will light and the battery charge indicator will jump, showing you how much power your e-bike has. To turn off the e-bike, simply turn the key to the left, and remove the key.

Warning

When you activate the e-bike, the electrical system becomes live. Do not try to affect changes to the E-Bike (such as removing the battery or repairing electrical components) while the E-Bike is activated. Turn the E-Bike off and remove the key before you attempt to access any of the electrical components. Also, the battery carries a significant electric charge and can injure people if not treated properly and with respect.

Accelerating and Decelerating

The throttle is found on the right-side hand grip on the handlebars. Turn the grip forward

(away from you) to accelerate. To decelerate, release the grip (turn it towards you). Don’t over-rotate the accelerator, as this could damage the battery and electrical components.

Warning

Do not activate the accelerator until you are seated on the bicycle and are ready to accelerate. The e-bike can easily escape from your control, possibly injuring you or others, and the e-bike may be damaged by being dropped.

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Stopping

Your e-bike has two sets of brakes, at the front and at the rear. The levers attached to the handlebars, on the left and right, activate the brakes. Pull the levers toward you to activate the brakes.

You can use both brakes to come to a stop more quickly, or you can use one of the brakes to come to a gentle stop, depending on your riding needs at the moment.

When the brakes are activated, the power to the engine is automatically turned off, until you release the brakes. This allows you to stop safely.

Safety Tips

• When you are traveling in wet weather, water may cause your brakes to function

less efficiently because it reduces friction between the brake pads and the wheels.

Take care to slow down and give yourself more room to stop or slow if necessary.

• It is a good idea to have your brakes and brake pads checked regularly. The brake

pads will eventually wear down through friction, and after significant use will have

to be replaced.

Signalling

The Horn

The e-bike has a horn. The horn button is on the left handlebar. Simply press it to activate the horn.

Turning Signal Lights

Your e-bike has turn signal lights. The turn signal activator is on the left handlebar. Push it left or right to activate it to indicate that you are turning in the appropriate direction, and press the middle of the button to turn it off. The turn signals also emit a noise, to ensure that everyone knows you are turning. This turn signal cannot be disabled without also disabling the visual signal.

Lights

The headlight and taillight are useful features when you are riding at night or in dark areas.

They radically improve your safety in mixed traffic. The switch is located on the left handlebar. The lights on your e-bike consume some electricity. Keeping them on may reduce the maximum distance you can travel on one charge by about 5 %.

Pedaling

This e-bike is designed to be a motor-assisted bicycle. You can use the motor by itself, but ideally, you can work with the motor by pedaling. This increases the distance you can travel on your e-bike, because it assists the motor and reduces the amount of electricity you draw from the battery.

Riding in Wet Weather

Your e-bike is designed to function in wet conditions, such as when it is raining. However, because the motor is on the rear wheel, it is easy to slip when moving at high speeds. If it is very wet, be sure to avoid high speeds.

When you are traveling in wet weather, water may cause your brakes to function less efficiently because it reduces friction between the brake pads and the wheels. Take care to slow down and give yourself more room to stop or slow if necessary.

The Motor and Water

Your e-bike is not designed to be immersed in water. Always ensure that the water level does not go above the middle of the tire, to prevent water from getting inside the motor.

Water in the motor can cause short-circuits and may damage the electrical systems in your e-bike.

Riding in Cold Weather

Your e-bike is designed to operate year-round. However, in very cold conditions or when there is a lot of snow or slush on the ground, it is possible for the motor in the e-bike to get wet or for the brakes to function less efficiently, just as can happen in wet weather. Below

10 degrees Celsius, the battery will not work as well as it would in warmer temperatures.

While Lithium-Ion batteries perform better than Lead-Acid batteries in temperature extremes, both will experience reduced performance in cold temperatures.

Also, riding the e-bike in cold temperatures may require you to replace the battery sooner rather than later.

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