SmythsToys G75 Electric Scooter User Manual

SmythsToys G75 Electric Scooter

WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS! Protective equipment (helmet, gloves, wrist guards, elbow and knee pads) should be worn. Not to be used in traffic. Max weight: 100 kg (220 lbs). Read carefully and keep this manual for future reference.

INSTRUCTIONS

Recommended Age: adult
Skills are required to properly use the product and to avoid falls or collisions that could cause injury to the user or third parties. The user has to check the limitation of use according to regulations of road safety.
WARNING! As with any mechanical component, a PLEV is subject to high stresses and wear. The various materials and components may react differently to wear or fatigue. If the expected service life for a component has been exceeded, it may break suddenly, therefore risking causing injuries to the user. Cracks, scratches, and discoloration in the areas subject to high stresses indicate that the component has exceeded its service life and should be replaced. To recharge the battery, only use the detachable supply unit provided with this appliance.

Before each use, ensure

• Regularly check the tightening of the various bolted elements, in particular the wheel axles, the folding system, the steering system, and the brake shaft.
• Eliminate any sharp edges caused by use.
• The rear wheels move smoothly and the action decks are properly fixed.
• Understand and strictly follow the local traffic rules.
• Wear a safety helmet, knee, elbow, and wrist protector before driving, which is the most effective protection for you.
• Make sure you are in good condition and conscious, no drinking, taking sedatives, or other psychiatric drugs before driving.
• When not in use, the scooter must be locked with a U-shaped padlock.
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
• The battery must only be removed and changed by an official repair center. No attempt should be made to dismantle the product and repair it yourself. Any attempt to do so will invalidate the warranty.
• The user is wearing closed shoes.

DO NOT

• Use on wet, oily, sandy, dirty, icy, rough or uneven surfaces. Use only on flat, clean and level ground.
• Jump stairs, curbs or do other stunts.
• Use on roads, paths or other places with motor vehicle traffic.
• Ride in the darkness.
• Use near pools or bodies of water.
• Ride at excessive speed or down steep hills.
• Modify or transform the vehicle, including the steering tube and sleeve, stem, folding mechanism and rear brake.
• Touch the brake pad. It will become hot from continuous use.
• Leave the product outside overnight or under wet conditions.
• Allow several persons to climb on the product. One user at a time only.
• Ride the product with one hand only.
• Make sharp turns, and/or place your weight on the handlebar. Please note that any load attached to the handle-bar will affect the stability of the vehicle. The scooter may go out of control, and cause the user to fall.

ASSEMBLY

How To Assemble

• Step1. Open the lever and raise the stem to the maximum.
• Note: Please make sure that the folding lever is in open position before you raise the stem. Otherwise, it will be blocked.
• Step2. Close the folding lever completely and ensure that the red button is clipped into the square hole.
• Step3. Unscrew the bolt, connect the Main Cable together (please align the male port and the female port carefully), insert the handlebar into the stem, screw in the bolt and then tighten it with two Hex spanners completely.

Note: Please ensure that the hole is not blocked by the cable when you screw in the bolt.

Folding Instruction

• Press the red button, open the folding lever, and then lower down the stem until the hook on handlebar is clipped into the brake pad.

LCD Meter

Operation of LCD Meter

Speed Meter: display the real-time speed. “S”: Speed Level.

• Level1— the maximum speed is 6km/h.
• Level2—-the maximum speed is 18km/h.
• Level3—the maximum speed is 25km/h.

Note: Level1 is pedestrian mode. Under this mode, the maximum speed is 6km/h, and the rear lights are flashing.

Battery Indicator: each bar means 20% of the full battery capacity.
Power Key: It is a muti-functional button.

• Long press it to turn on/off the scooter.
• Short press it to turn on/off the front light and rear light.
• Double press it within 1 second to switch between different speed levels.

Fault Code

Code| Diagnosis
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E1/F1| Brake error— Replace brake dial to test, it is a dial fault if no error is reported again. Check whether the dial wire is plugged correctly and dial hall output

voltage is abnormal.

E2/F2| Accelerator error— Replace accelerator dial to test, it is a dial fault if no error is reported again. Check whether the dial wire is plugged correctly and dial

hall output voltage is abnormal.

E3| Communication error— Replace a new connecting line of instrument and controller, if no error is reported again, the connecting line is short- circuited or disconnected, just replace it; if the error is still reported, it is considered to be hardware fault of instrument or controller, interchange new instrument or new controller to test and find faulty

hardware. Then arrange after-sales repair.

E4| Over current protection— If E4 error is reported continuously, it is considered to be hardware fault of

controller. Just go after-sales repair process.

E7| Hall error— Motor Hall error, check whether the hall wiring is loose, if the wiring is good but the error is still reported, the motor hall is damaged and needs

to be repaired.

E9| Hardware error— Controller’s fault, repair it if it still

reports error after restart many times.

GUIDE FOR SAFE RIDING

Precautions For Civilization/Safe Riding

• Traffic in the city has many obstacles to cross such as curbs or steps.
• It is recommended to avoid obstacle jumps.
• It is important to anticipate and adapt your trajectory and speed to those of a pedestrian before crossing these obstacles.
• It is also recommended to get out of the vehicle when these obstacles become dangerous due to their shape, height or slippage.
• Take the time to learn the basics of the practice to avoid any serious accident that can take place in the first months
• Get closer to your seller so he can refer you to an appropriate training organization;
• Avoid high traffic areas or overcrowded areas;
• In any case, anticipate your trajectory and your speed while respecting the code of the road, the code of the sidewalk and the most vulnerable;
• Notify your presence when approaching a pedestrian or cyclist when you are not seen or heard.
• Cross the protected passages while walking.
• Any other relevant information may be added, at the manufacturer’s discretion.
• In all cases, take care of yourself and others
• Do not divert the use of the vehicle

How to Ride

• Turn on the scooter by long press the Power button on the Meter.

• Put one of your feet onto the footplate, kick the scooter to give it a minimum speed of 3km/h, and press the accelerator simultaneously, then it runs.

• If you want to slow down the speed or stop, please press the hand brake lever with your hand.

• The scooter will be powered off automatically when it stays inactive for 10 minutes.

• When you brake, tilt your weight backwards, and so it can reduce the risk of forward turning over.

• Braking distances are increased in rainy weather or when wheels are wet.

PARAMETERS

Rear: 8.5inch hub motor with inner honey comb tyre

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Motor:| 350Watt|
Transmission frequency band| 2402MHz-2480MHz|
Maximal transmission power| 3.24 dBm|
Charger| AC input 100-240v 50/60HZ

DC output 42V 1.5A

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Charging time| 5-6 hours|
Waterproof Level| IPX4|

USAGE OF BATTERY

• This section mainly describes the charging method of Thorpe electric scooter, how to maintain the battery, some security issues, and battery specifications.

Battery Power

• For users’ safety, and the maximum extent of prolonging the battery life and improved battery performance, please adhere to the following operations for using the battery.
• Do not use the battery or the device in the following cases:
• The battery gives off a smell or the temperature inside the appliance is too high.
• Leaks on the deck of the scooter.
• If in doubt please contact with the retailer.

Important

• The battery must only be removed and changed by an official repair center.
• No attempt should be made to dismantle the product and repair it yourself. Any attempt to do so will invalidate the warranty.
• In case of battery leakage, do not touch it.
• Keep children away from the battery if it is leaking or displays any other problems.
• Batteries contain dangerous substances. Do not attempt to open the battery or to insert any solid or liquid substance into the battery or into the body of the appliance.
• Using the battery is subject to authorization by the local authorities.

Specifications

WARNING: Lithium battery contains dangerous articles. Ship lithium battery only according to the local law.

Charging Process

• Ensure that the scooter is switched off before charging.
• Ensure charging port is dry.
• Open the charging port.
• Plug the charging cable into the Thorpe Electric Scooter, then connect the cable with the power supply (100V~ 240V; 50, 60 Hz).
• The red light indicates that it has begun to charge, otherwise check whether the cable is connected.
• When the indicator light goes from red to green, it indicates that battery is fully charged. This takes approximately 3 hours. Stop charging when the LED turns green; charging the battery for too long time will reduce its lifetime.
• The protective cover is used to protect the charging port from splashing water or dust. Be sure to replace the cap after each charging and before each use.
• Only use the charger supplied with your electric scooter. Using a charger other than supplied will invalidate the warranty.
• To optimize the performance and lifetime of your electric scooter battery, fully charge the battery before using it for the first time and fully charge it once a month.
• Do not cover the battery compartment or the charger. There must be good ventilation conditions at all times during charging.
• The charging environment must be clean. Ensure there are no traces of damp or water in the electric socket before plugging in.
• Ensure you use a standard socket.

SHIPPING AND MAINTENANCE

• Thorpe electric scooter requires the user to do routine maintenance.
• This chapter describes maintenance steps and important operating tips.
• Before you perform the following operations, ensure the power and charging cable are disconnected. If the battery is charging, the operation is not allowed.

Clean Thorpe electric scooter

• Disconnect the charger and turn off Thorpe electric scooter.
• Wipe the cover.
• Avoid using water or other liquids on the Thorpe electric scooter for cleaning. If water or other liquids seep into Thorpe electric scooter, it will cause permanent damage to the internal electronics.

Store Thorpe electric scooter

• Always power off the switch whenever the scooter is not in use.
• Fully charge your battery before storing.
• If you store Thorpe electric scooter more than one month, please charge it at least every three months.
• If the storage ambient temperature is below O℃, please do not charge.
• You can bring the Thorpe electric scooter into a warm environment (above 10 ℃) for charging.
• To prevent dust from entering the Thorpe electric scooter, you should cover your Thorpe electric scooter.
• Store Thorpe electric scooter indoors in a dry and suitable temperature. If you do not use it for a long time, please do not connect the power.

Maintenance

• Check that all parts are sufficiently tightened and the handlebar is securely fixed.
• All nuts and bolts may lose their tightness over time, please check the tightness of all nuts and bolts every time you ride.
• The wheels and wheel bearings may become worn out with natural wear and tear over time. Please check the condition of the wheels and bearings regularly and replace them when necessary. Please contact the place of purchase for new wheels.
• Do not use attachments not included with the scooter. Do not attempt to make any modifications to the scooter by yourself.

TROUBLESHOOTING

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Smyths Toys declares that the radio equipment type 222712 (G75) is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.smythstoys.com/uk/en-gb/ec-declaration-of- conformity.

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