Micro Explorer S Electric Scooter User Manual

Micro Explorer S Electric Scooter

Translation of the original instructions

COMPONENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

User Manual
Before you begin using the electric scooter, please take the time to read the user manual carefully, especially the safety instructions. Please observe the road regulations for driving electric scooters which are also applicable in other countries and which may differ. Please keep this user manual for future reference. If you pass the electric scooter to a third party, please be sure to pass on this user manual.

Explanation of terms and symbols
The purpose of the security symbols is to draw your attention to possible dangers. Read the explanations carefully and make sure you understand the security symbols. Failure to follow the safety instructions can lead to personal injury or injury to third parties as well as damage to property. The following symbols and signal words are used in this original user manual, on the electric scooter, or on the packaging:

WARNING
Indicates a potential medium-risk hazard, which may result in serious or fatal physical injury if not observed. This signal word is not used for risks that involve purely material damage.

CAUTION
Indicates a potential low-risk hazard, which may result in minor or moderate personal injury if not observed. This signal word is not used for risks that involve purely material damage.

NOTE
Indicates practical information and tips, which facilitate optimal use of the electric scooter.

INTENDED USE

• The electric scooter is intended exclusively for use as a scooter on defined roads and paths.

• The electric scooter is intended for the transport of one person.

• The electric scooter is designed for persons with a maximum weight of 100 kg, and a maximum height of 190 cm.

• Please ensure you have read and understood the road traffic regulations of your country before you use the electric scooter.

• The electric scooter is not suitable for transporting luggage or children.

• The electric scooter is for private use only and not for commercial purposes.

• The electric scooter is suitable for persons over the age of 16.

• The intended use also includes compliance with the information in the chapters
  ‘Notes on use’ and ‘Maintenance’.

• Use the electric scooter only as described in the original user manual. Any other type of use is considered to be non-compliant and may lead to accidents, personal injury or damage to property.

• The motor power is 450W. The maximum total power accepted from the battery during acceleration is 500W.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

for using the electric scooter

• Do not use the electric scooter if you are not entirely familiar with its operation and functions.

• The scooter must not be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity, or lack of experience and expertise.

• Children may not use, clean or maintain the electric scooter.

• The additional electronic brake assistance (motor brake) may lead to a shorter braking distance. Please be aware that the motor brake is not supported if…
  the battery is discharged and you are riding with body power alone.

• Avoid riding at dusk or in poorly lit conditions.

• For optimum visibility and safety always ride with the lights switched on.

• Always wear suitable protective equipment.

• Make sure to wear an approved, fitted bike helmet, even if there is no statutory requirement.

• Always wear shoes.

• Avoid steep descents as they may lead to falls.

• Always pay attention to other road users. The misconduct of others may result in accidents and injuries.

• Always ride gently and pay particular attention to the condition of the road Unpredictable road conditions, such as slipperiness or foliage, may lead to an increased risk of skidding.

• Do not jump with the scooter and always make sure to avoid potholes, kerbs and other obstacles.

• Do not touch the brake after prolonged braking; it may be hot.

• If the electric scooter is exposed to wetness due to wet weather or cleaning, the moisture may effect the responsiveness of the braking system. Ride the scooter in a safe place to dry the brakes after cleaning.

• Never store the electric scooter in living areas or near flammable objects.

• Always hold the handlebars with both hands and both feet on the board in a stable and comfortable position.

• When using the rear brake pedal, use only one foot and leave the other foot on the board to maintain proper balance when handling the scooter.

• Beware of possible entrapment of fingers and other body parts when folding and unfolding the scooter and when folding and unfolding the handles of the scooter.

• The power to the scooter must be switched off before any maintenance or adjustment work is carried out.

WARNING

for attachments and modifications.

• Do not modify the electric scooter or install incorrect accessories as this will put your safety at risk.
• The use of unauthorized accessories may result in serious injury or damage to the electric scooter.
• Customization’ or ’Tuning’ of the electric scooter is forbidden.
• Do not hang items such as bags on the handlebar, as this will have an adverse effect on the handling characteristics.

WARNING

for using the battery

•  Make sure only to charge the battery with the enclosed charger and only at temperatures between 5° and 25° Celsius.
• Follow the safety instructions on the battery.
•  Never charge the battery unattended.
• When charging the battery, ensure proper plug connection, adequate ventilation and a dry environment.
•  Never bring the charger, the mains and connection cables into contact with water as this may cause an electric shock. Do not touch the battery and charger with wet hands.
• Check the connecting plug and charger at regular intervals. If there is any damage, have them replaced.
•  Always store the battery at temperatures between 5° and 25° Celsius.
• Keep the battery out of reach of children and animals at all times.
• Any repairs and maintenance of the battery or charger must be carried out by a specialist.

WARNING

for setup, maintenance and repair

• Incorrect tightening of screws may lead to material fatigue. Screws become soft when they are subjected to excessive stress and may tear. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries. Always use a torque spanner to tighten the screws.
• Always consult a specialist for repairs to the drive system.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Unit identification

• The serial number is found on the front right side of the deck.
  

• More information about your scooter can be found on the adhesive label affixed to the scooter.

Wear and tear

Use of the electric scooter results in a natural wear and tear process. To ensure safe riding at all times, please read the chapter ‘Maintenance’, observe the maintenance intervals and have them recorded in the service record by an authorized service centre. Furthermore, follow the instructions in the ‘Before each trip’ section, each time you start up your electric scooter.

Battery instructions for use

The built-in lithium-ion battery is a high-tech product which provides excellent performance with correct handling and maintenance. Please read and follow the section ‘Charging the battery’ in the chapter ‘Operation’ and the instructions for ‘Battery maintenance’ in the chapter ‘Maintenance’.

Protection against theft
Ensure that you never leave your electric scooter unattended, and always protect it from theft with a suitable lock. Use a commercially available bicycle lock to secure the electric scooter in the area of the rear wheel.

Transporting the electric scooter
The batteries are subject to legislation for hazardous goods. Special packaging and labelling requirements apply to transport by third parties (e.g. air freight or parcel service). In the case of shipment, please contact an expert for hazardous goods. Do not transport or ship damaged batteries.
Travel requirements : Please inquire your airline company and refer to the local laws.

Storage
Do not leave your scooter in direct sunlight or cold weather for extended periods of time. The ideal storage temperature for your scooter and battery is between 15° to 20° Celsius. Do not store your electric scooter in living areas, but in the garage.

What to do after a fall or accident
After a fall or accident, bring your electric scooter to an Authorised service centre and have it checked for any damage.

Cleaning
To prevent corrosion of the screws and unnecessary wear and tear, it is advisable to thoroughly clean and dry the unit every three months and after every ride in the rain. After cleaning, rinse the scooter with clean water to remove any traces of the cleaning agent used. Then dry the scooter with a cloth.

NOTE
Use device-specific cleaning agents and care products as well as a soft sponge. Never use solvents for cleaning and avoid cleaning the scooter directly under running water.

Repair
Have all repairs performed by an authorized dealer or an authorized service centre. Do not carry out any repairs on electrical components yourself. Only a specialist may open enclosures with built-in electrical components.

Instructions for disposal

Pay attention to the environment during disposal and observe the following instructions:

• Only dispose of the electric scooter and associated components (e.g. battery) at an approved disposal company or via the community disposal facility.
• Observe the current regulations. If in doubt, consult your disposal facility for environmentally sound disposal. Batteries and electrical appliances must not be disposed of with domestic waste!

INITIAL SETUP

Before using for the first time

•  Check the scope of delivery:
  • Scooter, Charger & Power cabel, User Manual
•  The end of this user manual contains the micro-Pass. Fill out the micro-Pass completely and store it together with the purchase receipt. The micro-Pass enables a smooth processing of repairs and warranty issues.
• The battery is only partially charged upon delivery. Before using for the first time, fully charge the battery using the charger provided.

Before each trip
The electric scooter must be checked for its roadworthiness before each trip. The vehicle is delivered by the manufacturer fully ready for use. Because defects potentially impairing the function of the vehicle may occur during transport as well as during any periods off the road, please always pay attention to the following points before using for the first time and before each trip:

is the clamping lever closed and tightened firmly?
Battery charge status| Is the battery sufficiently charged?
Current riding mode| Which driving mode is currently set?
Micro App| Download from Android or iOS the App “Micro Mobility”

Before each use, it is imperative to check the wear of the tyres and the tightness of the screws.

OPERATION

Unfolding
Your electric scooter is delivered folded up. In a few simple steps, it is unfolded and ready to ride. The following explains how to unfold the scooter.

1. Press down the rear brake pedal in order to release the front tube hook.

2. Pull up the front tube until you hear a click. The bolt on the folding block is now correctly positioned in place.
   

Folding

1. To fold your scooter, push the blue lever down with your foot while applying pressure on the handlebar in direction of riding.
   

2. This scooter has a side stand. You can either use the side stand or let the scooter stand by folding it partly.
   

3. Click the hook on the vertical tube into the rear brake pedal.

Foldable Handles

You can fold the scooters handles in order to store it compactly. To do so, just pull out the handles horizontally and fold them down. To unfold them, just push them up slightly and they will automatically click into position.

Turning the light on and off

• To switch the light on/off press shortly the light button (second button from the right side of the display).

Charging the battery

The following describes the charging process:

•  Connect the electric scooter to the charger.

• Connect the charger to an electrical outlet. You can see that the charger and scooter are connected correctly when the LED display on the power supply unit changes to red (this may take a few seconds).

• When the scooter is fully charged, the LED display on the charger changes to green.

• Only Micro chargers are suitable for charging Micro electric scooters.

• For a better seal, make sure to close the protective cover of the charging connector after each use.

charger ref.: 5541 (EU), 5253 (UK), 5255 (US), 5257 (AU)

WARNING
The installed batteries are rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Never charge batteries that are not intended to be recharged.

Brakes
Whenever possible, use several brakes at the same time during braking. Change the brakes during long downhill rides to avoid overheating.

WARNING
Damp or wet road surfaces result in a longer braking distance. Be careful and reduce the speed on slippery or uneven road surfaces.

Operating the foot brake

During braking, shift the body so that the centre of gravity points towards the rear wheel to achieve the best braking performance. Shifting your weight backwards / downwards reduces the braking distance considerably. Operating the foot brake activates the motor brake automatically.

Operating the regenerative brake
To activate the regenerative brake (motor brake), rotate the throttle grip from the zero position in the direction of travel. You will notice immediately how the electric brake feels.

Driving with the electric scooter

WARNING
Ride slowly to become accustomed to the novel riding sensation, especially when riding for the first time. Always be aware that travelling at higher speeds on the electric scooter will also result in a longer braking distance.

Operating the hand brake
To activate the hand brake (drum brake on the rear wheel), pull the left hand lever. Operating the hand also activates the motor brake automatically.

Twist throttle acceleration
The electric scooter has a twist throttle (right side) to regulate the speed. In order to start, push with your foot off the ground and then rotate the twist throttle towards the body to accelerate the scooter.

Riding programs
Your electric scooter has several preset riding programs. For example, Eco mode gives you the option to travel long distances comfortably whereas Sport mode lets you climb up mountains quickly.

Riding program| Program indication on display| Maximum speed *****
---|---|---
Pedestrian mode| 1.| 6 km/h
Eco mode| 2.| 15 km/h
Standard mode| 3.| 20 km/h
Sport mode| 4.| 25 km/h

• According to country specific regulations the maximum speed may be limited to 20 km/h.

NOTE
The electric scooter is not generally approved for use on public roads. Please note that each country has specific regulations and restrictions for electric vehicles in road traffic (especially in terms of maximum speed, performance and Authorised roads). Please inform yourself about the applicable guidelines for your country in person and in detail.

Setting of the riding programs
You can change between the riding programs by clicking on the on/off & mode selection button.

Display interface and functions
The following illustration shows the different positions on the display.

•  The number (1–4) at the top of the screen shows the selected riding mode.
•  The large numbers on the left show the current speed.
• The battery icon on the left displays the current state of charge of your battery.

1. ON/OFF & Mode selection button:
   • ON/OFF: press 3 seconds
   • Mode (1–4): press shortly
2. Light button:
   • Light ON/OFF: press shortly
3. APP connectivity
4. Mode (1–4)
5.  Speed
6. Battery level

MAINTENANCE

To ensure a long operating life of your electric scooter, it is necessary to bring the scooter for a service once a year or every 500 kilometres (whichever occurs first) to an authorized dealer or an authorized service centre. Provide the service centre with the service record and make sure that the service has been entered correctly.

• We recommend that you take good care of your bearings with a suitable lubricant for a perfect and safe glide.
• The drum brake should be checked regularly and its tension adjusted for safe use.
• All maintenance and repairs must be carried out using original parts supplied by Micro Mobility.

NOTE
After using the electric scooter for the first 5 hours, check whether all screws are tightened and, if necessary, tighten any loose screw.

Battery maintenance

Please follow the care instructions to ensure a long lifetime of your battery pack:

•  Store batteries at a temperature between 5° and 25° Celsius.
• Fully charge the battery immediately after purchase.
• Fully charge the battery every three months if the scooter is not in use.
• The battery needs to be recharged within three days after it has been completely drained.

NOTE
Damage resulting from non-compliance with the above care instructions is not covered by warranty claims.

TECHNICAL DATA

| Micro Explorer S
---|---
Article number| EM0072, EM0076, EM0083
Wheel size (front/rear)| 200 / 200 mm
Weight| 14.7 kg
Twist throttle| **
Front and rear wheel brake| **
Rear light| **
Front light| **
Performance (max. power)| 500 Watt
Wheel material| Rubber
Height of the handlebar| 1095 mm
Total length| 1028 mm
Battery| 36 V / 9.6 Ah / 345 Wh
Cells| EVE
Range| 40 km *
Speed| 6 / 15 / 25 km/h
Charging time| 3.5 h
Charge status**| indication on the display

(*) autonomy based on normal conditions (flat surface, temperature of 20° celsius, 75 kg rider weight, Eco mode)(**) According to country specific regulations the maximum speed may be limited to 20 km/h.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer:
Authorised representative for the compilation of the technical documentation:

Product:

• Micro Mobility Systems Ltd. Bahnhofstrasse 10 8700 Küsnacht

• Switzerland

• Micro Mobility Systems Ltd. Bahnhofstrasse 10 8700 Küsnacht

• Switzerland

• Electric scooter (E-scooter)
  EM0072 – Micro Explorer S Silver 25 EM0076 – Micro Explorer S Silver 20 EM0083 – Micro Explorer S AMG

• Serial number:

• XXXXXXXXXXXX

• Charger:

• 5541 (EU), 5253 (UK), 5255 (US), 5257 (AU)

The above product complies with the following directives:

• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

• EMC Directive 2014/30/EU

• LVD Directive 2014/35/EU

• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
  The following (harmonised) standards have been applied in the inspection:

• EN ISO 12100:2010 Machinery Directive

• EN61000-6-1:2019 EMC

• EN55014-1:2017 EMC

• EN55014-2:2015 EMC

• EN61000-3-2:2019 EMC

• EN61000-3-3:2013 EMC

• EN61000-6-3:2021 EMC

• EN60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017 LVD +A1:2019+A14 :2019+A2 :2019

• EN60335-2-29:2016

• 2011/65/UE, 2015/863/UE

• EC1907/2006

• EN61558-1:2005+A1:2009

• EN61558-2-16:2009+A1:2013

Other applied technical standards and specifications :

• EN17128:2020 Scooter
  Personal light electric vehicles (PLEV)

• EN15194:2018 Cycles-EPAC bicycles

• EN62133:2012 Battery 01.07.2022 Küsnacht

WARRANTY

The following warranty service can be expected:

• Two-year warranty on the scooter components: Footboard, complete front assembly and brake pedal. All wearing parts, small parts and screws are excluded from this warranty.
• One year warranty on the battery or 300 full charge cycles (whichever occurs first). We guarantee a remaining capacity of 60% of the original rated capacity.
• One year warranty on the electric components: Motor, display, controller and cables.

Scope of warranty services

Based on this warranty, Micro commits to the following services during the respective warranty periods: at the discretion of Micro, repair or replacement with equivalent parts/components where the replacement may vary from the original in terms of model and/or colour; services that do not fall under warranty and fall within the skills set of the dealer, as well as the cleaning of scooters delivered in an unclean condition, will be billed at the standard hourly rate including all incurred costs for materials and transport;

• Any service rendered under warranty (repair/replacement) does not extend the original warranty.
• Any claims other than those mentioned above do not apply.

WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The warranty does not cover damage caused by the following:

• Damage caused by not re-charging the battery when required.
• Damage caused by storage, charging or usage outside the specified temperature range.
• Improper use, inappropriate application or negligent operation (e.g. jumps).
• Improper alteration by third parties (e.g. by opening the footboard).
• Improper charging (e.g. by charging with a charger different from the one provided).
• Exceeding the maximum speed of 40 km/h on downhill rides.
• Technical modifications of the scooter without the manufacturer’s consent.
• Subsequent conversion/installation of non-compatible or non-original parts.
• Wear parts such as ball bearings, sliding bearings, bearing bolts and bearing screws, etc.
• Failure to comply with the maintenance intervals.
• Damage as a result of missing or incorrect setting(s) or worn components.
• Consequences of falling.
• Any personal or property damage to third parties or property resulting from the use of the scooter.
• Damage resulting from unsuitable cleaning agents, utensils such as high-pressure cleaners or additives used.
• Damages caused by user negligence in conjunction with water protection (the electric scooter is splash-resistant but not waterproof).

Severability clause
If any provision of this warranty is or becomes invalid, or has a loophole that needs to be closed, this will not affect the effectiveness of the other provisions. The missing or invalid provision shall be replaced with a provision that comes as close as possible to the intent and purpose of the original provision.

Applicable law and jurisdiction
In the event of any dispute resulting from this warranty (also with regard to the question of its existence or validity), it is agreed that the exclusive venue shall be the Court of the Canton of Zurich. This purchase contract is subject to Swiss law with the exclusion of conflict laws, and the exclusion of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (UN Sales Convention).

MICRO-PASS

• Please fill out the micro-Pass completely and keep it together with the purchase receipt.
• Owner
• Name and surname
• Street / House number
• Postal code
• Country

Scooter

• Serial Number
• Model
• Colour
• Wheel size
• Special features
• Date of purchase
• Dealer name
• Dealer address
• Purchase price

SERVICE RECORD
Any maintenance of the electric scooter needs to be recorded in the service record. Your electric scooter needs to be checked by an authorised service centre once a year or every 500 kilometres.

| Type of order| º Annual maintenance

º Repair

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| Performed date|
| Performed by|
| Order number|
| Works performed|
| Performed against payment|
| Date, signature, stamp|
Type of order| º Annual maintenance

º Repair

|
Performed date| |
Performed by| |
Order number| |
Works performed| |
Performed against payment| |
Date, signature, stamp| |
Type of order| º Annual maintenance

º Repair

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Performed date|
Performed by|
Order number|
Works performed|
Performed against payment|
Date, signature, stamp|

References

• Micro Mobility Scooter Worldwide - micro-mobility.com

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