Kalkhoff Fast Pedelec User Manual

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    22 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 12 technical data motor hub motor with planetary gear output 250 watts maximum torque 16 nm gross weight of electric drive, battery, control unit 7.0 kg (12 ah battery) control via power sensor assist levels 1 : 0.5

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    Derby cycle werke gmbh 2011.

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    Derby cycle werke gmbh 2011 i general user manual english.

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    2 i general user manual 1 the bike and its components 1 handlebar 2 handlebar stem 3 bell 4 headset 5 front light 6 mudguard 7 fork 8 front wheel brake 9 tyres 10 wheels 11 bottom bracket 12 pedals 13 chain 14 rear derailleur 14 a front derailleur 14 b rear derailleur 15 rear light 16 reflector 17 p...

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    I general user manual 3 2 preface your bike has been delivered to you fully assembled. If parts of your bike have not been installed, please con- sult your specialist cycle shop. The purpose of this user manual is to help you use your bike safely in the manner for which is is intended, and en- joy a...

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    4 i general user manual 3 content 1 the bike and its components 2 2 preface 3 3 content 4 4 safety information 7 4.1 basic safety information 7 4.2 for your own safety 7 4.3 information for parents and legal guardians 7 4.4 safety in road traffic 7 4.5 bike safety 8 5 legal provisions 8 5.1 applicab...

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    I general user manual 5 18 repairing a puncture 24 18.1 opening the brake 24 18.1.1 opening the cantilever or v-brake 24 18.1.2 removing the hydraulic rim brake 24 18.1.3 opening the side-pull calliper brake 25 18.1.4 releasing the hub gears, roller, drum or back-pedal brakes 25 18.2 removing the wh...

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    6 i general user manual 23 add-on components 50 23.1 pannier rack 50 23.1.1 front pannier rack 50 23.1.2 rear pannier rack 50 23.2 wheel guards / mudguards 51 23.2.1 re-engaging the safety-release mechanism 51 24 accessories and equipment 52 24.1 child seat 52 24.2 bike stand 53 24.3 bike trailer 53...

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    I general user manual 7 4 safety information 4.1 basic safety information please read all the warnings and information in this user manual carefully before using the bike. Keep this user manual near your bike for ready reference. If you hand this bike over to someone else, don't forget to give them ...

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    8 i general user manual i be ready to brake, especially if you are not sure what lies ahead or are riding downhill. 4.5 bike safety i only bikes that have been approved for use in public places, as per the applicable regulations (e.G. Stvzo in germany), may be used. I observe the maximum permitted g...

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    I general user manual 9 lations (stvzo) in germany. When performing technical modifications, bear in mind that electrical components must only be replaced by type-tested components. 6 intended use 6.1 general information bikes are a means of transportation for one person. In some countries, regulati...

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    10 i general user manual 6.4 mountain bike (mtb) / cross bike you can use these bikes offroad. You must not use these bikes in road traffic or competitions. If you wish to use your bike on public roads, it must have the requisite equipment features (see ¯ chapter 5 "legal provisions"). The manufactu...

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    I general user manual 11 7 before the first ride make sure that your bike is ready for use and is set up for your body size. Check the following: • positioning and secure fastening of saddle and handlebar • installation and correct adjustment of the brakes • secure fastening of wheels in frame and f...

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    12 i general user manual 8 before every ride although a great deal of care has been taken during production and assembly, parts may still come loose or change function during transportation for example. You should therefore always check the following be- fore every ride: • bell and lighting are work...

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    I general user manual 13 make sure you fit or screw in the pedals straight, as otherwise you could damage the thread in the crank arm beyond repair. 1 mtb system pedals 2 touring or sports pedals 3 road bike system pedals 1 2 3 only use the designated cleats and shoes for mtb, racing and system peda...

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    14 i general user manual quick-release device 1 quick-release lever 2 adjusting nut 1 2 to open the quick-release device, proceed as follows: i throw back the quick-release lever so that its inner face or the lettering open is visible. I open the quick-release device as far as possible. I turn the a...

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    I general user manual 15 the minimum insertion depth is marked on the seat- post. If this is not the case, the minimum insertion depth must be 7.5 cm. In frames with long seat tubes that project beyond the top tube, the minimum inser- tion depth is 10 cm. Observe stop mark. 9.2.4 adjusting the saddl...

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    16 i general user manual 9.2.4.3 with a suspension seatpost suspension seatposts reduce vibrations caused by uneven roads thereby reducing stress on the spinal column. If you need to adjust the suspension elements in the seat- post, consult your specialist cycle shop. Suspension seatpost 9.3 adjusti...

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    I general user manual 17 never tighten the handlebar stem if the maximum mark or stop mark is above the top of the shaft. If you cannot find a mark, insert the handlebar stem into the head tube to a depth of at least 6.5 cm. If you do not do this, the handlebar stem could come loose or break. 9.3.2 ...

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    18 i general user manual 9.3.5 adjusting the handlebar height with an adjustable handlebar stem with some types of handlebar stems, you can vary the handlebar tilt. The stem angle can be adjusted via the clamping screws which are on the side of the articulation or the top/bottom of the stem. Models ...

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    I general user manual 19 11 headset headset the headset is the bearing for the bike fork in the frame. If the headset has been properly adjusted, it will turn easily. In doing so, no play should be evident. The headset is subject to a large amount of stress due to impacts with the road surface. This...

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    20 i general user manual 13 suspension frame and suspension elements 13.1 frame with rear suspension if you wish to ride offroad in a particularly sporty manner or with a high degree of comfort, you may have opted for a full-suspension model. In this case, the rear triangle of the main frame is not ...

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    I general user manual 21 14 bottom bracket and cranks chainrings are wear parts. Their service life depends on various factors, e.G. • maintenance and care, • type of use and • distance travelled. 15 checking the bottom bracket the cranks must be securely fastened as this could otherwise damage the ...

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    22 i general user manual triangle backwards and forwards perpendicular to the direction of travel. I if you notice that there is play between the bear- ings or if you encounter resistance when turning the wheel, have the hub bearing adjusted by a spe- cialist cycle shop. 16.3 checking the rims if yo...

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    I general user manual 23 the tyre pressure is frequently stated in psi. ¯ chap- ter 30 "technical data" contains a table which you can use to convert tyre pressures from psi into bar. 17.2 tubeless tyres tubeless tyres are also used nowadays, especially with modern mountain bikes, but also with road...

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    24 i general user manual 18 repairing a puncture to repair a puncture, you will need the following equip- ment: • plastic tyre lever • patches • rubber solution • sandpaper • spare inner tube, if required • spare valve, if required • open-ended spanner (if your bike is not equipped with a quick-rele...

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    I general user manual 25 18.2.2 removing the rear wheel i if your bike is equipped with derailleur gears, shift down to the smallest sprocket. The rear derailleur does not prevent the wheel from being removed in this position. I if quick-release devices are fitted to your bike, open them (see ¯ chap...

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    26 i general user manual i 5. Undo the wheel nuts and put them to one side. Remove the lock washers from the wheel axle. I 6. Pull the rear wheel out of the dropout slits. 18.3 removing the tyre and inner tube i unscrew the valve cap, fastening nut and the cap nut (if installed) from the valve. Remo...

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    I general user manual 27 18.6 fitting the wheel please note that the work steps described here are for a specific example. Please observe the information from the relevant manu- facturer or consult your specialist cycle shop. 18.6.1 inserting the front wheel bear the running direction of the tyre in...

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    28 i general user manual i 2. Fit the fixing washers onto both sides of the hub axle. Turn the shifting arm until the projections on the fixing washers engage with the slits in the dropouts. In this case the shifting arm can be mounted more or less parallel to the frame fork. Cj-nx10 japan lock 7r l...

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    I general user manual 29 installing the shifting cable with hub gears i bring the cable around to the cassette joint pulley, hold so that the inner cable fixing nut is facing to the outside (toward the dropout), and then slide the flats part of the inner cable fixing washer into the gap in the pulle...

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    30 i general user manual check that the inner cable is correctly seated inside the pulley guide. Cj-8s20 japan loc k cj-8s20 japan lock guide ok guide not ok 19 bike gears 19.1 derailleur gears this user manual describes the handling of typical, com- mercially available gear-shift components for mtb...

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    I general user manual 31 the bike chain must not be on the smallest chainring at the front and the small outer rear sprocket wheel simultaneously. The bike chain must not be on the largest chainring at the front and large inner sprocket wheel at the rear simultaneously. Otherwise the bike chain coul...

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    32 i general user manual operating the rear derailleur shifting lever lever a: shift to a larger sprocket. Lever a engages in positions 1, 2 and 3. Lever a starting posi- tion of lever a 1. Click-in position 1. Shifting up one gear to next larger sprocket. Example: shifting from 3rd to 4th gear 2. S...

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    I general user manual 33 operating the front derailleur lever with trimming (noise prevention), optional gear shifting operations lever a: shift to a larger chainring lever a starting position of lever a gear shift com- plete stroke actual pull if the lever movement does not effect a full changeover...

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    34 i general user manual chain position indication trimming lever operation front derailleur movement large chainring smaller sprockets chain in contact with outer chain guide plate lever a click-in position (contact) trimming before trimming after trimming front derailleur movement outer chain guid...

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    I general user manual 35 sram shifting lever click 0° x° xx° 0 click click click rear shifting lever: to shift to a tougher (higher) gear, press the small shifting lever gently inwards until you hear or feel a click. To shift to an easier (lower) gear, press the small shifting lever further inwards ...

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    36 i general user manual h b l (b) lever b shifting from a large to a smaller chainring press lever b once to move the chain from a large to a smaller chainring. Operating the standard rear derailleur shifting lever lever a starting position 1 2 shifting from a small to a larger sprocket to shift by...

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    I general user manual 37 rear derailleur have your specialist cycle shop carry out maintenance on the derailleur gears, or replace or adjust them. Precision adjustment / rear derailleur operate the shifting lever to shift the chain from the small- est sprocket to the second sprocket. Then take up th...

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    38 i general user manual cleaning i whenever possible, avoid using cleaning agents on the chain. If you use cleaning agents, such as rust remover, this may wash lubricant out of the chain which could lead to malfunctions. I the chainrings and sprockets should be cleaned regularly using a neutral cle...

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    I general user manual 39 19.2.2 adjusting gears with shimano hub gears example shown is a 7/8-speed hub. I select shift lever position 4. I check whether the yellow marking lines on the bracket and cassette joint pulley line up. Cj-8 s20 jap an lock yellow marking lines select position 4 yellow mark...

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    40 i general user manual 20 bike chain there are two types of bike chain: • a wide bike chain (½ × 1 / 8") for hub gears and • a narrow bike chain for derailleur gears. These are available in different widths, depending on how may sprockets are on the cassette. Only use chains that are approved for ...

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    I general user manual 41 21 brake, brake levers and brake systems this user manual describes the maintenance and handling of typical, commercially available brake components for mtb, atb, cross and road bikes. For other components, refer to the separate information or enclosed instructions. If you h...

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    42 i general user manual 21.2 brake lever 21.2.1 standard brake lever the bike is equipped as standard with a suitable brake lever. Check regularly that when you operate the brake lever it does not reach the handlebar and make contact with it. With the brake lever pulled, push the bike forward and c...

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    I general user manual 43 avoid operating the back-pedal brake continuously on long descents as the internal components of the brake system can become extremely hot which reduces brak- ing performance. On long steep descents, always al- ternate between the rear wheel brake and the second brake (front...

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    44 i general user manual 21.4 rim brakes v-brakes produce an extremely high braking force. You should therefore familiarise yourself with the v-brake and only apply the brake gradually. Practise emergency braking until you are sure you will be able to remain fully in control of your bike if you have...

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    I general user manual 45 21.4.3 wear of brake pad most brake pads for rim brakes come with grooves or notches. New brake pad if these grooves are worn and can no longer be seen, this is normally a sign that the brake pad is worn. Worn brake pad do not ride your bike if the brake pads are worn. Have ...

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    46 i general user manual if you hear unusual noises when braking, the brake blocks may have reached their wear limit. Allow the brakes to cool down then check the brake block depth. Have the brake blocks replaced if necessary. When installing, removing and carrying out mainte- nance on the wheel, do...

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    I general user manual 47 21.5.2 vapour bubble formation i vapour bubble formation can occur if the brakes are operated continuously for some time, e. G. Dur- ing a long steep descent. Instead of applying gentle pressure continuously with the brakes, operate them for shorter periods, with more force ...

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    48 i general user manual 22 lighting system in some eu countries, only lighting systems that are prescribed by national legislation (the road traffic li- censing regulations (stvzo) in germany for example) and have been approved for use may be installed on bikes. If in doubt, ask your specialist cyc...

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    I general user manual 49 22.3.2 hub dynamo the hub dynamo is inside the hub of the front wheel. The hub dynamo is highly efficient, and the wear is extremely low. Hub dynamo there is a switch or a sensor on the back of the front light on some bikes with a hub dynamo. The sensor switches the light on...

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    50 i general user manual 23 add-on components 23.1 pannier rack the pannier racks on the bike satisfy the standard en 14873. The load-carrying capacity of the pannier rack falls into one of four possible categories: 5 kg, 10 kg, 18 kg and 25 kg. The information on load-carrying capacity is embossed ...

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    I general user manual 51 if you carry pannier bags or other loads on the pan- nier racks, make sure they are securely attached. Make sure that nothing can become caught in the spokes and the turning wheels. Only fit child seats to rear pannier racks if suitable fixtures are provided. In doing so, be...

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    52 i general user manual 24 accessories and equipment always install enclosed accessories according to the instructions. Use the correct tightening torques for screw connections (see ¯ chapter 30 "technical data"). I only use accessory parts that meet the require- ments of the national road traffic ...

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    I general user manual 53 24.2 bike stand i never leave your child sitting unattended in the child seat when you park your bike. The bike could fall over and severely injure the child. I never ride with the stand folded out. 24.3 bike trailer not all bikes are suitable for trailers. Ask your special-...

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    54 i general user manual 25 bike carriers for mounting on roof and rear of car i only use roof and rear-mounted bike carriers that meet the requirements of the road traffic licensing regulations in your country (the road traffic licensing regulations (stvzo) in germany for example). Non-approved roo...

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    I general user manual 55 ranty void. This kind of adapter should only be fitted by a specialist cycle shop. • once the adapter has been fitted in the carbon frame it cannot be removed. 26.3 visual inspection if your carbon component has pre-existing damage, it could suddenly fail completely with pot...

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    56 i general user manual 26.7 carbon wheels surface wear, change of surface, e. G. Due to heat pro- duced when braking, abrasion of brake blocks, wheel hub or their flanks if you are using a bike with carbon rims, bear in mind that the braking behaviour of this material is much poorer than aluminium...

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    I general user manual 57 27 care and maintenance of the bike 27.1 care do not allow care products or oils to come into con- tact with brake pads, brake discs and the rim's brake contact surfaces. This could reduce the effectiveness of the brake. Do not use a powerful water jet or high-pressure clean...

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    58 i general user manual 27.3 tyres due to their function, bike tyres are subject to wear. This depends on how the bike is used and the rider can influ- ence this significantly. I do not brake so sharply that the wheels lock. I check the tyre pressure regularly. The maximum permissible tyre pressure...

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    I general user manual 59 27.10 handlebar tapes and handle grips handlebar tapes and handle grips are subject to function- related wear and therefore may need to be replaced. I check regularly that the handles are securely seated. 27.11 hydraulic oils and lubricants the effectiveness of hydraulic oil...

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    60 i general user manual 28 regular inspections as the spokes settle, the length of the brake and shifting cables increases and the bearings will run in during the first kilometres on the bike, you will have to have an ini- tial inspection carried out by your specialist cycle shop after the first 20...

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    I general user manual 61 after 3000 kilometres i if necessary, the • hubs, • headset, • pedals, • shifting cables * and • brake cables i should be • dismantled, • checked, • cleaned, • lubricated and, • if necessary, replaced by a professional bike workshop. * do not apply lubricants or oils to tefl...

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    62 i general user manual 30 technical data 30.1 maximum permitted gross weight of bike the maximum permitted gross weight of the bike compris- es the weight of the bike, the weight of the rider and the weight of the luggage. It also includes the laden weight of a trailer. Bike type maximum permitted...

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    I general user manual 63 30.2 maximum permitted loading of pannier rack note that the data on your pannier rack or in the man- ufacturer's user manual may be different. Maximum weight loading of front pannier rack: • loading area above wheel: 10 kg • low loading area: 18 kg maximum weight loading of...

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    64 i general user manual overview of torques, values apply for standard screws screw connection thread tightening torque (nm) general crank arm, steel m8x1 30 crank arm, alu m8x1 30 pedal 9 / 16" 30 axle nuts, front gen. 25 axle nuts, rear gen. 30 stem expander bolt wedge m8 23 stem, a-head, angle a...

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    I general user manual 65 30.3.1 general tightening torques for screw connections the screw grade, e.G. 8.8, is embossed in the screw head. Unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer, the fol- lowing tightening torques (average values) apply depend- ing on the screw grade: grade thread v2a / v4a ...

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    66 i general user manual 31 warranty conditions read ¯ chapter 27 "care and maintenance of the bike" carefully. Comply with the inspection and maintenance intervals specified in ¯ chapter 28 "regular inspections". Compliance with the service intervals is a prerequisite for the assertion of warranty ...

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    We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your your new bike! Copyright © 2011 derby cycle werke gmbh reproduction in whole or in part is not permitted without the consent of derby cycle werke gmbh. Subject to misprints, errors and technical modifications..

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec english derby cycle werke gmbh 2011.

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    2 ii user manual fast pedelec 1 battery 2 battery lock 3 motor unit 4 control panel 5 charger 4 2 3 1 4 lcd control panel 5 charger.

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 3 dear customer, thank you for choosing a pedelec (pedal electric cycle) from us. This bike is equipped with an electric drive that assists you when you are cycling. This will make your trip much more enjoyable if you are riding up hills, carrying loads or riding into the...

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    4 ii user manual fast pedelec 4.1.10 battery charge state indicator 13 4.1.11 power output indicator 13 4.1.12 switching the light on and off 14 5 assistance by the electric motor 14 5.1 operating principle of assistance 14 5.2 distance 15 5.3 riding your pedelec efficiently 16 6 battery 17 6.1 stra...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 5 8 troubleshooting 20 8.1 problems / solutions: flash patterns and their meaning 21 8.1.1 no display 21 8.1.2 battery charge state indicator flashing or not visible 21 8.1.3 display “e1” 21 8.1.4 display “e9” 22 8.1.5 assistance control indicator flashing 22 8.1.6 additi...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 7 1 quick start i 1. Charge the battery completely before riding for the first time. Unlocking the battery i 2. To remove the battery, grip the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unlocked. I 3. Tilt the battery sideways and ...

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    8 ii user manual fast pedelec 2 fast pedelec / fundamental legal principles the essential idea behind the fast pedelec is not only to be able to cover greater distances more quickly, but also more comfortably. You can choose to relax and let the bike do the work, exert yourself more physically, or s...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 9 3 charging the battery to charge the battery, you have to take it out of the holder on the pedelec. Battery charge state indicator carry handle grip the battery by the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unlocked and can be...

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    10 ii user manual fast pedelec 4 lcd control panel display switched off display switched on 1 on / off 2 light switch 3 charge state indicator 4 indicator for headlight 5 power output indicator (only visible when the bike is in motion) 6 speed 7 display of actual journey length 8 average speed 9 top...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 11 4.1.3 changing the assist level increase power assist the following assist levels are displayed one by one when you press the button for selecting a more powerful assist level: "no assist / no assistance", "eco / low assist level", "standard / medium assist level", "hi...

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    12 ii user manual fast pedelec 4.1.7 reprogramming the language, wheel circumference and lcd contrast ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) normal display display mode settings mode disp...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 13 4.1.8 automatic switch-off if you stop your pedelec and it does not move for 10 min- utes, the system switches off automatically. If you want to use the assistance again, you will have to switch it back on via the control panel. 4.1.9 measurement and display ranges des...

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    14 ii user manual fast pedelec the fewer of the 6 bars that are displayed, the lower the actual power output of the motor and the consumption. If more bars are visible, the power output and consumption of the motor is higher. If you can see... The battery is supplying a current of 6 bars more than 2...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 15 variation in electric assistance propulsive power speed increasing pedal power and assistance reducing assistance assistance switched off power-assist mode = 1 : 2 pedal force 36 km / h 45 km / h propulsive power (pedal force + electric assistance) electric assistance ...

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    16 ii user manual fast pedelec • handling if you are riding in gears that are harder to pedal and select a high assist level, e. G. When riding uphill, the motor will support you with plenty of power. However, this leads to higher consumption, as with driving a car at high speed on the motor- way. Y...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 17 6 battery your battery is a lithium cobalt battery, the ideal type of lithium-ion (li-ion) battery for this application. One of the main benefits of this type of battery is its low weight com- bined with a high capacity. Li-ion batteries only weigh half as much as comp...

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    18 ii user manual fast pedelec charging times at different temperatures long charging times battery may be damaged li-ion recharg e- able bat ter y optimum temperature range for charging operation -10 °c 0 °c 10 °c 20 °c 30 °c 40 °c 50 °c 6.4 battery information system there is a control panel with ...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 19 i check there is sufficient charge in the battery for the journey you intend to make before setting off. I in winter the distance you can normally cover with the battery operating normally is less. Only move the battery from the warm room where you store it and fit it ...

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    20 ii user manual fast pedelec 7 charger read the two stickers on the charger before using it for the first time. Do not use other chargers. Only charge the battery using the charger provided, or a charger approved by derby cycle. If a fault develops or if the battery is in sleep mode, you might be ...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 21 8.1 problems / solutions: flash patterns and their meaning if a problem occurs in the electrical system of your pe- delec, you should initially try to solve it by referring to the following list which describes possible causes of errors and provides corresponding solut...

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    22 ii user manual fast pedelec 8.1.4 display "e9" if "e9" is displayed, the following cause/solution may apply: error code i a problem occurred with the drive unit. Contact your specialist cycle shop if this occurs. If "e9" is displayed the distance covered will not be recorded. It will therefore no...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 23 10 warnings i as this motor is more powerful, you may be rid- ing at a much higher speed than you are used to on your normal bike. Take this into account when familiarising yourself with your fast pedelec. I bear in mind that the pedelec motor can heat up on long ascen...

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    24 ii user manual fast pedelec 11 technical data motor brushless electric motor output 300 watts maximum torque at drive pinion 17 nm gross weight of electric drive, battery, control unit 7.8 kg (12 ah battery) control via power sensor maximum speed only possible with travel speed switch 20 km / h a...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 25 12.1 components that can only be replaced by equivalent parts or approved parts • frame • fork • motor unit • battery • tyres • rims • brake system • front light • back light • licence plate holder • side stand • handlebar • stem 12 replacing components of the fast ped...

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    26 ii user manual fast pedelec 12.2 spare tyres to make it easier for you to choose a suitable spare tyre if you need to, refer to the following list by the german manufacturer schwalbe. These tyres can be fitted on a low- power category l1e moped: * max. Load with specified tyre pressure model line...

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    Ii user manual fast pedelec 27 12.3 components that do not require a certificate of approval • cranks • pedals: providing type-approved pedal reflectors are used. • mudguard: the front edge of the front mudguard must be rounded. • pannier rack • saddle • handlebar grip • gear-shift components: only ...

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    We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your new fast pedelec. Copyright © 2011 derby cycle werke gmbh reproduction in whole or in part is not permitted without the consent of derby cycle werke gmbh. Subject to misprints, errors and technical modifications..

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor english derby cycle werke gmbh 2011.

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    2 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 4a led control panel 4b lcd control panel 5 charger 1 battery 2 battery lock 3 motor unit 4 control panel 4a led 4b lcd 5 charger 2 3 1 4.

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 3 dear customer, thank you for choosing a pedelec (pedal electric cycle) from us. This bike is equipped with an electric drive that assists you when you are cycling. This will make your trip much more enjoyable if you are riding up hills, carrying loads or r...

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    4 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor content ec declaration of conformity 6 1 quick start 7 2 pedelec / fundamental legal principles 8 2.1 meaning for the rider 8 2.2 pushing assistance 8 3 charging the battery 9 3.2.1 charging operation 9 3.2.2 fitting the battery 9 4 control panel (display)...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 5 8 troubleshooting 21 8.1 problems / solutions: flash patterns and their meaning 22 8.1.1 pedelec with led control panel 22 8.1.2 pedelec with lcd control panel 23 8.1.2.1 no display 23 8.1.2.2 battery charge state indicator flashing or not visible 23 8.1.2...

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    6 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor ec declaration of conformity the manufacturer: derby cycle werke gmbh siemensstrasse 1 – 3 49661 cloppenburg, germany telephone: +49 (0) 4471 / 966-0 hereby declares that the following products: product description: kalkhoff pedelec model designation: pro ...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 7 1 quick start i 1. Charge the battery completely before riding for the first time. Unlocking the battery i 2. To remove the battery, grip the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unlocked. I 3. Tilt the battery...

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    8 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 2 pedelec / fundamental legal principles the essential idea behind the pedelec is not only to be able to cover greater distances more quickly, but also more comfortably. You can choose to relax and let the bike do the work, exert yourself more physically, ...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 9 3 charging the battery to charge the battery, you have to take it out of the holder on the pedelec. Battery charge state indicator carry handle grip the battery by the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unloc...

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    10 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 4 control panel (display) 4.1 led control panel 1a 1b 2 1 power assist mode selection buttons 2 on/off (power) button the control panel on the handlebar has three buttons and several display panels. The display panel on the right next to the upper "mode" ...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 11 the assistance reduces in stages; when you reach "low" (the lowest assist level) it jumps back to "high" (the high- est assist level). 4.1.1 automatic switch-off if you stop and do not move your pedelec for 10 minutes, the system switches off automaticall...

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    12 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 4.2.1 function of lcd control panel 4.2.1.1 on / off button press the "on / off" button to switch on the control panel and drive. The assist level that was active at the time the control panel was switched off is automatically reinstated. The back-lit dis...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 13 4.2.1.7 reprogramming the language, wheel circumference and lcd contrast ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) ▼ button ▲ button (setting selection) normal display display mode se...

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    14 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 4.2.1.8 automatic switch-off if you stop your pedelec and it does not move for 10 min- utes, the system switches off automatically. If you want to use the assistance again, you will have to switch it back on via the control panel. 4.2.1.9 measurement and ...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 15 5 assistance by the electric motor if your pedelec is equipped with hub gears, you may have to take more load off the pedals when changing gears than you would normally do when riding your conventional bike. This is due to the additional power output of t...

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    16 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 5.2 distance the distance you can travel using the power assist with the battery fully charged depends on several factors: • ambient temperature if it is colder, you will travel a shorter distance with the same battery charge. To maximise the distance you...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 17 • technical condition of your pedelec make sure the tyre pressure is correct. If you ride your bike with too little air in the tyres, this can significantly increase the rolling resistance. The distance you can travel also decreases if the brakes are rubb...

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    18 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 6 battery your battery is a lithium cobalt battery, the ideal type of lithium-ion (li-ion) battery for this application. One of the main benefits of this type of battery is its low weight com- bined with a high capacity. Li-ion batteries only weigh half a...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 19 charging times at different temperatures long charging times battery may be damaged li-ion recharg e- able bat ter y optimum temperature range for charging operation -10 °c 0 °c 10 °c 20 °c 30 °c 40 °c 50 °c 6.4 battery information system there is a contr...

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    20 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor i check there is sufficient charge in the battery for the journey you intend to make before setting off. I in winter the distance you can normally cover with the battery operating normally is less. Only move the battery from the warm room where you store ...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 21 8 troubleshooting the control panel also indicates when faults and technical errors are present. If a fault occurs, the leds flash in a specific pattern and with a specific rhythm. This indicates the cause of the problem and makes it easier for you to fin...

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    22 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 8.1 problems / solutions: flash patterns and their meaning if a problem occurs in the electrical system of your pe- delec, you should initially try to solve it by referring to the following list which describes possible causes of errors and offers solutio...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 23 8.1.2.3 display "e1" if "e1" is displayed, the following cause/solution may apply: error code i you have pushed down on the pedals shortly after pressing the "power" button. Switch the display off then switch it back on and do not push down on the pedals ...

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    24 iii user manual pedelec with centre motor when wiping down the battery, be careful not to touch and connect the contacts on the underside. This could cause the battery to switch off. 10 warnings i bear in mind that the pedelec motor can heat up on long ascents. Be careful not to touch it with you...

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    Iii user manual pedelec with centre motor 25 11 technical data panasonic li-ion battery voltage 25.2 v capacities 8 / 10 / 12 / 18 ah energy quantity 200 / 250 / 300 / 450 wh motor brushless electric motor output 250 watts maximum torque at drive pinion 13 nm gross weight of electric drive, battery,...

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    We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your new pedelec! Copyright © 2011 derby cycle werke gmbh reproduction in whole or in part is not permitted without the consent of derby cycle werke gmbh. Subject to misprints, errors and technical modifications..

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor english derby cycle werke gmbh 2011.

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    2 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 1 battery 2 battery lock 3 motor unit 4 control panel 5 charger 4 2 3 1 3 motor 5 charger 4 led control panel.

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 3 dear customer, thank you for choosing a pedelec (pedal electric cycle) from us. This bike is equipped with an electric drive that assists you when you are cycling. This will make your trip much more enjoyable if you are riding up hills, carrying loads or rid...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 5 content ec declaration of conformity 6 1 quick start 7 2 pedelec / fundamental legal principles 8 2.1 meaning for the rider 8 2.2 pushing assistance 8 3 charging the battery 9 3.2.1 charging operation 9 3.2.2 fitting the battery 9 4 led control panel (displa...

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    6 iv user manual pedelec with front motor ec declaration of conformity the manufacturer: derby cycle werke gmbh siemensstrasse 1 – 3 49661 cloppenburg, germany telephone: +49 (0) 4471 / 966-0 hereby declares that the following products: product description: kalkhoff pedelec model designation: pro co...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 7 1 quick start i 1. Charge the battery completely before riding for the first time. Unlocking the battery i 2. To remove the battery, grip the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unlocked. I 3. Tilt the battery s...

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    8 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 2 pedelec / fundamental legal principles the fundamental idea behind the pedelec is not only to be able to cover greater distances more quickly, but also do this comfortably. You can choose to relax and let the bike do the work, exert yourself more physicall...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 9 3 charging the battery to charge the battery, you have to take it out of the holder on the pedelec. Battery charge state indicator carry handle grip the battery by the handle, insert the key into the lock and turn it anticlockwise. The battery is now unlocke...

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    10 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 4 led control panel (display) 1a 1b 2 1 power assist mode selection buttons 2 on/off (power) button 3 button for lights 3 the control panel on the handlebar has three buttons and several display panels. The display panel on the right next to the upper "mode...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 11 the assistance reduces in stages; when you reach "low" (the lowest assistance level) it jumps back "high" (the highest assistance level). 4.2.1 switching the light on and off button for lights press the button shown above to switch the pedelec light- ing on...

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    12 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 5 assistance by the electric motor 5.1 operating principle of assistance the motor provides support as soon as you switch the as- sistance on and start pedalling. The thrust delivered by the motor depends on three factors: • your own pedalling effort the mo...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 13 rate of discharge at different temperatures discharge curve at normal temperatures discharge curve at low temperatures discharge capacity at low temperatures discharge capacity at normal temperatures discharge capacity (ah) or hours of use difference betwee...

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    14 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 6 battery your battery is a lithium cobalt battery, the ideal type of lithium-ion (li-ion) battery for this application. One of the main benefits of this type of battery is its low weight com- bined with a high capacity. Li-ion batteries only weigh half as ...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 15 charging times at different temperatures long charging times battery may be damaged li-ion recharg e- able bat ter y optimum temperature range for charging operation -10 °c 0 °c 10 °c 20 °c 30 °c 40 °c 50 °c 6.4 battery information system there is a control...

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    16 iv user manual pedelec with front motor i check there is sufficient charge in the battery for the journey you intend to make before setting off. I in winter the distance you can normally cover with the battery operating normally is less. Only move the battery from the warm room where you store it...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 17 7 charger read the two stickers on the charger before using it for the first time. Do not use other chargers. Only charge the battery using the charger provided, or a charger approved by derby cycle. If a fault develops or if the battery is in sleep mode, y...

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    18 iv user manual pedelec with front motor 8.1 problems / solutions: flash patterns and their meaning if a problem occurs in the electrical system of your pe- delec, you should initially try to solve it by referring to the following list which describes possible causes of errors and offers solutions...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 19 9 removing the front wheel as the motor is built into the front wheel, you must per- form the following steps before you can remove the front wheel: i take the battery out of the pedelec. Always remove the battery before removing the front wheel and carryin...

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    20 iv user manual pedelec with front motor i undo the two hexagon socket screws on the left behind the fork using a 5 mm allen key. You need to turn them anticlockwise. Apply a max. Tightening torque of 9.5 nm to these screws when putting the wheel back on 1 + 2 hexagon socket screws on the fork 1 2...

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    Iv user manual pedelec with front motor 21 11 warnings i bear in mind that the pedelec motor can heat up on long ascents. Be careful not to touch it with your hands, feet or legs as you could burn your- self. I the pedelec operates using low voltage (25.2 volts). Never attempt to operate the pe- del...

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    We hope you thoroughly enjoy using your new pedelec! Copyright © 2011 derby cycle werke gmbh reproduction in whole or in part is not permitted without the consent of derby cycle werke gmbh. Subject to misprints, errors and technical modifications..