Raleigh Pedelec Groove 2.0 User Manual - page 200

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Original User Manual | Groove 2.0

for your bike in advance. As a rule, you may not take bikes 

with you on German Intercity Express (ICE) trains.

1.7.3  The Pedelec on aeroplanes

Your Pedelec is generally subject to the policies of the 

respective airline concerning bikes. Batteries are subject 

to dangerous goods legislation. Therefore, they must not 

be carried on passenger planes – neither in the cargo 

hold, nor the cabin. Please contact the relevant airline for 

detailed information.

1.8  Cleaning

Remove the battery before you clean your Pedelec.

Do not use benzine, thinner, acetone or similar 

agents in the cleaning procedures under any cir-

cumstances. Non-neutral cleaning agents can strip 

the paint and cause discolouration, deformation, 

scratches or defects. Also avoid using abrasive or 

harsh cleaners.

Only use household cleaners and disinfectants 

(isopropyl alcohol) or water. You can obtain suit-

able cleaning products and additional information 

from your specialist cycle shop. We recommend 

you clean your Pedelec with a damp cloth, a 

sponge or a brush.

1.8.1  Battery

Make sure that water does not enter the battery 

when cleaning. Although the electrical compo-

nents are sealed, it is not advisable to clean your 

bike with a hose or high-pressure cleaner, as it 

could cause damage. When wiping down the bat-

tery, be careful not to touch and connect the con-

tacts on the underside. This could cause a short 

circuit and the battery to switch off. If the battery 

connections are dirty, clean them with a clean, dry 

cloth.

1.8.2  Motor

Dirt should be removed from the motor of your Pedelec 

regularly, ideally using a dry brush or a damp (not wet) 

cloth. Do not use running water such as a hose pipe or 

even a high-pressure cleaner.

The ingress of water can damage the motor, so ensure that 

no fluids or moisture enter the motor at any time during 

cleaning.

Do not clean the motor when it is warm, e.g. immediately 

after a trip. Wait until it has cooled down. Otherwise, the 

motor may be damaged.

If you remove the motor, e.g. for cleaning purposes, never 

hold or carry it by the cables, as there is a risk that they 

will break.

If you remove the motor from the frame of your Pedelec, 

check the plug from the motor and battery cable socket for 

dirt. If necessary, clean carefully with a dry cloth before 

reconnecting.

1.8.3  Display

The housing of the display must only be cleaned with a 

clean, damp (not wet) cloth.

1.8.4  Control unit

The control unit can be cleaned with a clean, damp (not 

wet) cloth if necessary.