Maintenance and Troubleshooting. Daymak Amalfi, Rome 72V, Munich, Austin, Kingston, Vienna, Hamilton, Ultimate Electric Bike, Monaco, Austin 72V

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

This section outlines problems you may have and solutions you may be able to use.

Many of the parts in this product are not user-serviceable and should be repaired by trained professionals. This is especially true of the electrical systems and the mechanical components. Alteration of these components voids the warranty.

Tire Pressure

Maintain the air pressure in your tires at the appropriate level. If the air pressure is too low, your e-bike’s performance will suffer and it will become damaged more easily.

Cold weather and lower temperatures will cause the air pressure in your tires to drop, and warmer weather will cause it to increase, even if there are no leaks in the tire tube. To replace the air in your tires, follow this procedure:

1. Identify the required pressure by examining the text along the side of the tire

rim. This text should indicate the recommended pressure for your tire.

2. Locate the air valve on the inner surface of the tire rim.

3. Remove the valve cap and place in a secure location.

4. Place the nozzle end of an air pump (hand-power or mechanical) over the valve.

5. Pump up the air in the tire, being careful not to let the pressure go above the

level prescribed on the side of the tire wall.

6. Remove the pump nozzle from the air valve without allowing much air to escape

from the tire.

7. Replace the valve cap on the air valve.

Maintaining the proper air pressure will allow you to travel much further on a single charge, because the motor will not have to work as hard to move the e-bike.

Replacing Flat Tires

Replacing flat tire tubes is a more complicated and labour-intensive process with e-bikes than it is with regular bicycles. It requires proper tools, more skill and more patience.The front wheel is easier to service when changing a flat tire than the rear wheel, as the rear wheel is connected to the hub motor and other mechanical parts.

Unless you are very familiar with the mechanical components of the rear motor, attempting to change a flat rear tire may cause serious problems. Please contact your Daymak dealer for specific instructions on how to remove your wheel and tires safely, and how to replace the tubes.

It may be easier – and safer - to have the tubes replaced by your Daymak dealer.

The Brakes

The drum brakes on your Smart Bike allow you to stop and are a critical safety feature.

Make sure you test them regularly. Take the e-bike to your Daymak dealer if the brakes appear to be losing their stopping power or feel looser than they were previously.

The brakes on your e-bike may require servicing from time to time. The brake pads will need to be replaced as they wear down, usually after about a year to a year and a half or so, depending on how the e-bike is ridden. Also, the brake cables may have to be adjusted for tension.

You can only service the brakes yourself if you have extensive experience servicing drum brakes. Please do not attempt to service the drum brakes if you are not absolutely sure how to do it.

Adjusting the Brake Cable Tension

From time to time, you may need to adjust the brake cable tension, to loosen or tighten the drum brakes.

On your drum brakes, a small wing nut rides up and down a threaded bolt, moving the brake cable and tightening or loosening the brake pads.

Just outside the casing, near the drum brake, the brake cable joins the drum brake. A small wing nut allows you to adjust the tension.

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2. To tighten the brakes, turn the wing nut clockwise.

3. To loosen the brakes, turn the wing nut counter-clockwise.

4. Adjust the tension until the drum brakes are tight enough to provide for proper

safety but are loose enough to allow the wheel to move freely when the brake is

not engaged.

Warning

Your brakes are a critical safety feature. Do not excessively loosen the drum brakes. If you do not keep them sufficiently tight, your drum brakes will fail and your e-bike will not be able to stop properly.

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The Motor

Do not service the motor yourself. Bring the e-bike to your Daymak dealer for service. The motor in your e-bike is a highly complex and fine-tuned mechanism. Repairing it requires significant expertise.

We suggest maintenance every 100 running hours or so.

The Chain

Ensure that the chain on your e-bike is well-oiled and lubricated. It is an important part of your e-bike. As with any bicycle, it needs to be maintained if it is to function.

Shock Absorbers and Comfort

If your riding experience feels bumpier than usual, and you suspect that your shock absorbers are experiencing difficulties, check the air pressure in your tires. If the air pressure is too low, this may be the reason you feel less comfortable. It may have nothing to do with your shock absorbers.

If the problem persists, take your e-bike to your Daymak dealer for servicing.

Bringing in your E-bike for Service

Do not attempt to service the electronic or mechanical parts of your e-bike unless you are absolutely sure of what you are doing and have a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment.

If your e-bike is not performing properly, disconnect the circuit breaker and bring the e-bike to your local Daymak dealer.

Do not store the e-bike without disconnecting the circuit breaker.

Liability

Daymak will not be held responsible for damage or injuries resulting from errors resulting from improperly serviced parts.

Ebike Maintenance

Cleaning

Cleaning is extremely important this will ensure your e-bike will serve you for a long time.

In the long run, it will save you money and a lot of time waiting for the bike to be repaired.

You should clean your ebike weekly.

Do not use aggressive power jets or water sprays when washing the ebike and keep water off the battery as much as you can. Clean gently but thoroughly and make sure that all the outer casing of the electric parts are dry and clean.

Remove any dirt, debris, sand, mud, grit, grime that got caught on the bike and dry it off.

While cleaning, it is a good opportunity to look closely for a worn, loose, cracked, rust, teared or damaged parts. Buckled paint can also be a hint for some parts that need closer inspection.

Lubricating

It is also recommended to lubricate the chain, levers, derailleur, cables, etc. A clean, lubricated e-bike tends to be faster, smoother and quieter. It’s like having a little extra push for free.

Apply the lubricant to the different parts and let it sit a few minutes and then wipe off the excess lubricant with a rag. After a while, clean the different parts with a degreaser to remove any excess dirt that has been collected.

Weather

Don’t leave the bike out in the rain or snow.

Store it somewhere dry and out of direct sunlight. Overheating the batteries, for example, can cause problems.

Do not open up casings, chargers, etc as you are unlikely to be able to reseal them effectively afterward, making them more susceptible to water damage and other extreme weather conditions.

Batteries should be removed from the ebike if not used and charged once a month regardless of usage.

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Schedule

The frequency of maintenance depends on how much you ride and under which conditions. Recreational riders needs far less maintenance then off-road riders. The harder you ride, the more you have to take care of your bike if you want it to last. There are various time intervals for proper maintenance. Quick maintenance should be done before & after every ride.

Time after purchase Action Suggested

Everytime before you ride

The 60 second check

Check tire pressure, check brakes that they work, check lights, check bolts (make sure everything is tight), check battery gauge. Do not ride the ebike unless everything is functional and proper.

30 days

(every month)

Completely clean the bike, including the dust on the motor and under t he seat. Check for any abnormal wear and tear or alignment problems.

90 days

(every 3 months)

Inspect frame and fork for paint cracks or bulges that may indicate frame or part damage; pay particular attention to all frame joints. Check wear and tear on tires. Check range of battery.

180 days

(every 6 months)

360 days

(every 12 months)

Inspect all components of the ebike . Check that connections are nice and tight. Look inside where you controller is and clean in detail. Check that all plugs.

Go over every bolt and nut in your ebike.

Bring ebike for complete tune-up. Varying on the ebike the ebike shop should complete a battery discharge, tires should be c hanged depending on wear and tear. All connections should be checked for rust and looseness. All components should be checked including charger, ignition and gauges.