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Ecospin Raptor User Manual - page 10

Summary of Raptor

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    Ecospin raptor user manual issue 1.3.

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    Welcome thank you for choosing the ecospin ltd raptor we hope you enjoy it! This manual will provide everything you need to know to get started ecospin raptor user manual 2.

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    Caution/warnings • if there is a problem with the vehicles battery or electrical components do not attempt to open/modify anything, doing so will void all warranty and can pose serious risks including fatal injury • never place the batteries where they are likely to be in contact with water/liquid •...

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    Important safety information please ensure that you read and fully understand all of the following information before turning on or riding your raptor. The owner or keeper of this vehicle is responsible for ensuring that all users of this vehicle have also read and fully understand all of the follow...

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    Vehicle components 1. Headlight 2. Emergency/security light 3. Front hydraulic disk brake 4. Brake levers 5. Rear hydraulic disk brakes 6. In-wheel brushless dc motor 7. Indicators ecospin raptor user manual 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7.

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    Vehicle components ecospin raptor user manual 6 1. Lcd display 2. Lockable glove box 3. Battery packs 4. Handlebar controls 5. Rear lights/ brake lights/ indicators 1 4 2 3 5.

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    Display screen controls ecospin raptor user manual 7 3 4 5 7 6 1)lockdown key switch used to bypass the lockdown system immobilizing the vehicle (optional extra) 2)admin key (hi/low) administrator switch to change between programmed speed settings (optional extra) key 1 and 2 are optional extras and...

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    Instrument cluster 1) left indicator signal 2) emergency lights (on) (optional extra) 3) lights on 4) hazards warning icon below button 5) siren tone indicator (on) (optional extra) 6) high (full) beam headlight 7) right indicator signal 8) speedometer (mph or kmh) 9) resettable trip odometer 10) ba...

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    Instrument cluster 1) left indicator signal this icon will flash when the vehicles left indicator signal is turned on and an audible beeping sound will be emitted. 2) emergency lights icon (optional extra) this icon will appear when the emergency lights have been activated 3) low (dipped) beam headl...

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    Instrument cluster 10) battery load meter indicates the amount of power used at that moment in time by the vehicle. This is represented by a meter 11) odometer total number of miles the vehicle has travelled 12) battery warning icon icon indicating the battery/batteries level of charge by colour, fr...

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    Left handle bar controls ecospin raptor user manual 11 1 2 4 5 3 6 1) main headlights (up position full beam, down position, dipped beam) 2) indicator switch (middle button cancels indicators) 3) horn 4) parking hand brake 5) rear brake lever 6) rear brake reservoir.

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    Left handle bar controls 1) main headlights switch for main headlights full beam (up position dipped beam (down position) 2) indicator controls move switch left for left indication right for right, push middle button to cancel indicators. Sounds are emitted when indicators are engaged to warn the ri...

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    Right handlebar controls ecospin raptor user manual 13 1 2 1) safety kill switch 2) headlight switch, 3) start/ignition button 4) siren and lights (if fitted) 5) reverse button 6) front brake reservoir 7) front parking brake 8) front brake lever 9) throttle/accelerator 3 4 7 8 9 5 6.

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    Parking hand brake parking hand brake for rear brakes, application: apply brake lever and slide parking brake retainer out of the way and push pin down then release retainer to release: apply brake and slide retainer out of the pins path until pin clicks up ecospin raptor user manual 14 1 2 3 apply ...

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    Ecospin raptor user manual 15 mechanical parking hand brake (note the mechanical parking brake is fitted to the road legal versions and raptor 2.0 model) parking hand brake for front brakes, application: apply brake lever and push down the pin to release: apply the brake by pulling the lever to rele...

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    Right handle bar controls 1) safety kill switch once the switch has been hit the drive will be disabled. (disengage when attempting to ride) the kill switch is a safety feature to kill power to the vehicle without moving your hands from the grips whilst in motion should the need arise 2) headlight,/...

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    Lockdown system ecospin raptor user manual 17 the lockdown system is activated by turning the key on the lockdown switch to the on position. The proximity tags will then be activate. The tag must be carried in a waist high pocket which is forward facing. When the tag is present the vehicle will enga...

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    Safety features • extreme temperature shutdown at 55 degrees celsius the icon will light up to warn that the batteries are overheating at 60 degrees celsius the vehicle shuts itself down. Vice versa at – 5 degrees celsius the icon shall appear and at -10 degrees celsius the vehicle will shutdown. • ...

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    Important legal information • all riders of this vehicle must ensure that the vehicle and the rider of the vehicle conform to the laws of the country they are operating in ecospin raptor user manual 19.

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    Important safety information rider and cargo information: • riders must wear a protective helmet at all times such as a motorbike or high quality bicycle helmet • if your helmet does not have a visor protecting your eyes from debris whilst riding then we advise the rider to wear goggles or other ade...

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    Using your raptor safely please take time to familiarise yourself with the location and function of the controls and display of the vehicle before learning to ride the raptor we advise that all riders of the vehicle check the following before every use of the vehicle • check that all the batteries a...

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    General use how to ride your raptor • when driving up hill the rider should lean forward towards the handlebars • when driving down hill, be prepared to apply brakes gradually to maintain a safe controllable speed • practice controlling the vehicle on small inclines/declines and gradually build up t...

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    General use acceleration: • slowly and gradually twist the throttle to accelerate • once the desired speed is achieved hold the grip at that position to maintain that speed • releasing or twisting the right handlebar grip will stop power going to the motors, the vehicle will gradually lose speed and...

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    Battery pack information the raptor is powered by high quality lithium-ion battery technology. The following information will ensure that the battery remains at maximum performance for the duration of the battery packs lifecycle. • warning. Only authorised ecospin technicians are permitted to open o...

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    Battery pack information charging: • each battery pack can be fully charged in approximately 5 hours through a regular 13amp household plug socket (times may vary depending on the choice of charging unit) • to charge the vehicle, simply plug the (approved) charger into the front mounted charge point...

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    Battery information ecospin raptor user manual 26 the image to the right shows the vehicles three battery packs (a, b and c) as well as the drawer locking mechanism (d) when in use: • the vehicle can operate with one, two or three battery packs, if more than one pack is used then they should be used...

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    Battery pack information removing a battery pack: • always turn off the vehicle when removing a battery pack • to remove a battery pack insert the drawer locking key into the drawer lock (d) and turn 180° clockwise to unlock the drawers • once the drawers are unlocked any of battery packs can be rem...

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    Ecospin raptor user manual 28 battery pack information charging the battery pack front point : • the batteries are charged using the front charging point shown at (a) plug the three pronged charging lead into the charging point. Pleasure ensure that the batteries aren’t charged whilst connected to t...

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    Battery charging ecospin raptor user manual 29 battery charging the batteries must be disengaged from the vehicle before charging please ensure that whilst charging they are not connected firstly plug in the lithium battery charger into a power supply, and connect the three pronged charging lead to ...

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    Battery range battery range: the battery pack range of any electrically powered vehicle is very much dependant on type of duty cycle it is exposed to, the type of duty cycle is defined by the terrain “inclines or flat” use and weight of “total payload" and aggressiveness of drive (speed). Temperatur...

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    Glove box ecospin raptor user manual 31 the raptor has an 11 litre lockable glove box as seen below to open the glove box press the lock button (a) in and gently open the door as seen below a a.

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    Specifications dimensions length 1530mm x width 850mm x height 1380mm rider platform height 22cm top speed 25 mph (programmable) acceleration 0-25 mph in 15 seconds vehicle range up to 18 miles on single battery pack depending on duty cycle up to 45 miles maximum (three battery packs) depending on d...

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    Vehicle identification number (vin) the vehicles vin is a 17 digit code that is unique to your individual vehicle. Your vehicles vin will be required in a number of situations such as ordering parts for the vehicle. This will ensure that the correct parts are fitted to each model the vin is located ...

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    Data plate ecospin raptor user manual 34 example data plate the manufacturers data plate is located on the base of chassis inside the battery cage in the left hand corner (as displayed on the figure to the right) , this displays the vin number and the current ecospin ltd website. Other information m...

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    Maintenance the condition of all brakes should be checked at regular intervals , if in doubt please contact your ecospin ltd dealer/distributor . Tyres check your tyre pressures. Always maintain a tyre pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar) in the front tyre and 26 psi (1.8 bar) in the rear tyres if a tyre ne...

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    Fuse box position number of amps in fuse function 1 (towards front) 5 lights 2 5 horn 3 5 indicators 4 1 display 5 1 lockdown 6 10 auxiliary power 7 5 siren/lights 8 (towards rear) 5 spare ecospin raptor user manual 36 (image shown looking up at the fuse box ) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 front of vehicle rear o...

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    Vehicle care cleaning: ensure batteries are removed from vehicle and placed in a dry environment away from any liquid • only wash your raptor by hand using warm water and car shampoo (mild automobile detergent) • use a sponge or soft fabric to clean the vehicle • never use any form of powered cleani...

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    Warranty information only authorised ecospin engineers are permitted to inspect or repair your vehicle battery, motor, controller, display and chassis due to the inherent risk and technical skill and training required to do so • opening or altering the vehicles battery pack will void its warranty. •...

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    General trouble shooting • the vehicle comes with a wide range of safety features to protect the rider and the vehicle itself this section shall give a list of things to check if there are problems with the vehicle • ensure that the safety handle bar kill switch is deactivated before attempting to r...

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    Ecospin as the manufactures of the raptor reserve the right without prejudice to change the vehicle specification and technical data contained within this owners manual ecospin raptor user manual 40