BTWIN E-FOLD 500 Electric Folding Bike Instructions

BTWIN E-FOLD 500 Electric Folding Bike

Instructions

Dear customers.

• Thank you for buying a B’TWIN electric-assisted bike.
• Please read the instruction manual so you can really get the most out of your B’TWIN E-FOLD 500 bike.
• Remember that an electric-assisted bike is not a moped and your input is required to make it go further, faster and for longer.
• We suggest that you learn how to use your electric-assisted bike in an open area in order to get used to the feel of the motor kicking in and ensure optimum control when riding.
• An electric-assisted bicycle is heavier than a conventional bicycle (weight of the B’TWIN E-FOLD 500 without rider is 21.4 kg). Pedalling without assistance can be more difficult.
• You must always ensure you are capable of completing the entire journey without using the pedal-assist, in case of breakdown.
• Here are some recommended biking practices to ensure you really get the most out of your B’TWIN E-FOLD 500 bike.
• Please note, these instructions only refer to the bike’s electric features.
• For other features, common to all our bikes, you need to refer to the B’TWIN user manual which accompanies this document and is also available on our website www.supportdecathlon.com or on request from our DECATHLON stores.

10 recommended biking practices so you can really get the most out of

your E-bike.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Technical features of e-bike

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A| LED rear lighting| G| Motor
B| Battery and controller| H| Pedaling sensor
C| Harness + connectors: Brakes/Control screen| I| Adjustable stem collar
D| Control screen| J| Stem hinge
E| LED front lighting| K| Frame hinge
F| Wiring harness|

Pedal-assist mode overview

• The electric-assisted bicycle can be used with or without assistance by pressing the ON/OFF button and playing around with the ECO – NORMAL – BOOST modes.
• The ECO – NORMAL – BOOST pedal-assist modes, which you can select in the «D» screen, let you choose a level of electrical assistance in addition to the effort provided.
• The electrical assistance will only work if you pedal with the screen on and one of the 3 modes is selected. Assistance cuts out if the bike is travelling in excess of 25 km/h (+/-10%). During intensive use and in exceptional weather conditions, the pedal-assist mode may cut out to safeguard the system. The power supplied is calculated by control-ler «B» according to the mode selected. Depending on the mode selected, the controller «B» regulates the amount of current sent to the motor «G,» providing you with the required level of assistance.

The pedal-assist mode does not activate or shuts down in the following situations:

• Your speed is above 25km/h (+/-10%)
• You’re not pedalling
• The battery has insufficient remaining charge.
• When the control panel is turned off, unplugged or no mode is selected.
• During intensive use and in exceptional weather conditions the pedal-assist mode may cut out to safeguard the system

FOLDING

UNFOLDING

SPEED AND CONTROL ELEMENTS

Display screen and function

Display screen and function

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Pedal-assist mode:

–   «ECO» mode is the default assistance mode when the screen is switched on.

–   The engine output will adapt according to the mode selected

–   The engine output for the different modes is set out below:

Mode| off| ECO| NORMAL| BOOST
Maximum engine **output*| /| 100W| 160W| 250W
Average battery life**| /| 30 – 50km**

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| ON/OFF button:

Short press: Switch off the electric-assisted bike. Long press: Turn on the electric-assisted bike.

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| **| «+» button:**

Toggle between the different pedal-assist modes. Press and hold down: Activation of walk mode.

This mode allows you to push the bike and walk beside it at a maximum speed of 6 km/h.

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| **| «-» button:**

Short press: Toggle between the different pedal-assist modes.

Long press (5’’): Bluetooth pairing. Ability to synchronize phone or diagnostic tool for personalised assistance using the Decathlon app.

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| **| Lights button:**

Short press: Turns lights on and off.

Lights on by default.

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Battery level:

Five battery levels. When the battery level is insufficient, the indicator will flash red.

• Under test protocol conditions, for a rider weighing 75 kg with tyre pressure of 4.5 bar and following B’twin’s 10 guidelines.
• Check the battery charge display when you stop; you may notice a big reduction in charge level when using high pedal-assist mode

Navigation assistance modes

Lighting activation/deactivation

Walk mode

• Press and hold down: Activation of walk mode.

Battery level

MOTOR
the sound pressure level expressed in dBA at the rider’s ear position is less than 70 dB (A).

BATTERY AND CHARGER

• All batteries in our electric bikes use Lithium-Ion cell technology and have no memory effect.
• The battery should be recharged after each use.
• Charge the battery fully before using for the first time.
• Your 36 V battery is inactive at the time of purchase. Plug in your charger to activate it.
• Your battery is guaranteed for up to 500 charge cycles (1 cycle = 1 charge/discharge cycle) subject to compliance with storage conditions and conditions of use.
• It is important to follow the instructions outlined on the battery charger label.

User precautions

Inserting and removing the battery

User precautions:

| In order to prevent abnormal use of the bike (e.g. non trained user, safety measures not read, system dysfonc- tionnement…) when lived unattended, it is recommended to prevent starting by removing the battery.
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Insertion:

| Before re-inserting your battery, unlock it using the key and check that there are no foreign objects or matter in the case.
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Removal:

| Before removing your battery, unlock it using the key. Then, remove the battery by pulling on it.
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Important information:

Do not attempt to remove or insert your battery when the latch is in the locked (horizontal) position. You risk com- promising your battery’s safety.

Recharging Battery

Maintenance and service life (warranty conditions)

| Do not store the battery when completely discharged to prevent it from becoming over-discharged, which could result in malfunctioning.
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| Charge the battery fully at least once every 3 months.
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If storing for prolonged periods, put the battery in extended standby mode (see p19 for details)

Battery diagnostics

Extended battery standby

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The battery can be switched to standby mode if stored for a long period (maximum 1 year) without needing charging or adversely affecting battery capacity.

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Hold battery button down for 10 seconds until battery LEDs turn off. The battery is now in extended standby mode.

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Charge the battery using its designated charger and power socket to reawaken it.

Additional safety precautions

| When performing bike maintenance, ensure there is adequate lighting.
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| If removing your wheel take care to observe the correct rotation direction when remounting.
| Before each use, you need to check that your brakes and the electric system works properly.

| The weight, power, year of manufacture and maximum speed are indicated on the frame of your bike.

Your electric bicycle may weigh more than 15kg so we recommend that at least two people carry it.

| Always wear a helmet when cycling.
| These e-bikes are designed for riders aged 14 years and over.
| Total maximum permitted weight (cyclist + bike + accessories) = 110 kg Weight of bike = 21.4 kg

| Be aware that your bike tyres will have less grip in rain, or in icy or snowy weather conditions.
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| The bicycle must be parked with its kickstand on flat, stable ground or using a parking device.

| Please note: This bike is designed for city use.

The following uses are inappropriate and should be avoided: Mountain sports

| Never modify the bike’s components or electrical system! Any modification is dangerous and prohibited by law.

If a modified bike breaks down or is damaged, Decathlon will not be held responsible for the repairs under any circumstances (warranty cancelled). You will also be legally responsible for any accident that occurs when using the bike.

Maintenance

| Please note that servicing of electrical components is a specialised job which cannot be carried out in store but needs to be done in a regional Decathlon workshop and may take several days.
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| All cleaning, and electrical or mechanical maintenance must be carried out with the power switched off and the battery removed from bike!

Maintenance operations specific to the electric system must be performed by trained, qualified staff. If the chain comes off, turn the power off before attempting any repairs.

| NB: the weight of the bicycle may exceed that of your assembly stand or bicycle rack.

| We recommended taking your e-bike to your local DECATHLON shop for a service every 6 months.

For more information on use, maintenance, after-sales services or if you have any questions, visit DECATHLON’s support website: www.supportde- cathlon.com or a DECATHLON store.

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| Unauthorised: cleaning with jet washer. Not recommended: splashing with water. Suggested: wash using a damp sponge.

| The bike wheel rims are subject to considerable wear and tear so it’s impor- tant to check them to ensure their structural integrity.

Despite being reinforced, the motorized wheel is also subject to greater stresses than a standard bicycle wheel which can result in broken spokes. In the event of a broken spoke, contact your DECATHLON store.

| Check the structural integrity of the battery, in the event of a crash or if the battery falls off.

We are unable to guarantee the water-tightness of your battery in the event of a fall or crash.

| In case of a puncture to the rear wheel, remember to disconnect the motor cable before removing the wheel from the bike to carry out the repair.

Error codes

System errors (flashing LED on control)

APPENDIX 1: TIGHTENING TORQUE COMPONENTS

Component Tightening torque

WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR YOUR E-BIKE

Please keep your receipt safe as proof of purchase. The bike has a lifetime warranty that covers its structural components (frame, handlebar and stem, and saddle-pillar) and a 2 year warranty for wear parts. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper use, non-compliance with safety precautions, accidents, or incorrect or commercial use of the bike. The bike is intended for personal and non-professional use only. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from repairs carried out by persons not authorised by Decathlon. All electronic components are securely sealed. Opening any of these components (Battery, battery casing, controller, screen, motor) may result in physical injury or damage to the system. Opening or modifying a system component will void the bike warranty. The warranty does not cover cracked or broken screens displaying obvious signs of impact. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE LIFETIME WARRANTY FOR ALL B’TWIN BIKES purchased after the 1st June 2013. Our B’twin bikes are designed to provide total user satisfaction. This is why B’twin wants to commit to providing high-quality, hard-wearing bikes. As such, B’twin is offering its customers a life-time warranty valid only for the following parts (excluding carbon frames): frames, rigid forks (forks without suspension), handlebars and stems used on B’twin brand bikes. This warranty comes into effect on the day of purchase of your B’twin bike(s). It should be noted that for this lifetime warranty to remain valid, the purchaser must: either have a DECATHLON loyalty card and register his purchase at the checkout desk, or complete the warranty certificate available on line on www.supportdecathlon.com within a month of purchase. When registering, the purchaser must provide the following information: surname, first name, date of purchase, email address and bike serial number. Under this warranty, B’twin undertakes to replace the frame, rigid fork, handlebar and stem with an equivalent part, or repair it within a reasonable period of time after inspection at a DECATHLON store workshop. It should be noted that costs of transport and travel are the responsibility of the customer. However, this contractual obligation will not apply in the event of poor maintenance or improper use of B’twin bikes as set out in the relevant product instruction manual.

To be able to claim under the warranty for one of the parts listed above, simply visit a DECATHLON store workshop and present your DECATHLON loyalty card or your warranty certificate. B’twin reserves the right to check that all the lifetime warranty terms and conditions have been met and to take all the necessary measures to verify this. It should also be noted that the lifetime warranty does not exclude the application of the legal warranty/ies set out in the Consumer and Civil Codes, namely: article L. 211-4 of the Consumer Code: «The seller is required to deliver a product that conforms with the contract and shall be liable for any defects that exist at the time of delivery. The seller shall also be liable for any defects caused as a result of the packaging, assembly instructions or installation instructions if the seller is contractually required to package, assemble or install the product or if the product is packaged, assembled or installed under its responsibility. article L. 211-5 of the Consumer Code: «In order to comply with the contract, the product must: Be fit for the purpose ordinarily expected of similar goods and, where appropriate: match the description given by the seller and possess the qualities that the seller has presented to the buyer in the form of a sample or model; possess the qualities that a buyer might reasonably expect given public statements made by the seller, by the producer or by his representative, particularly in advertising or labelling; Or have the characteristics jointly defined by both parties or be fit for any specific use sought by the buyer which has been brought to the seller’s attention and which the seller has accepted.» article L. 211-12 of the Consumer Code: «Legal action resulting from a product defect must be taken within two years of delivery of the product.» article 1641 of the Civil Code: «The seller is required to provide a warranty against any hidden defects affecting the item sold which render the item unfit for the purpose for which it is intended, or which impair its use to such an extent that the buyer would not have purchased the item or would have paid less for the item had he been aware of said defects.» article 1648 paragraph 1 of the Civil Code: «Any action resulting from hidden defects must be taken by the buyer within two years of discovery of the defect.»

References

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