Green Light Urban Cruzer E Bike User Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Green Light
Table of Contents
- POWER ASSISTED BICYCLES
- PARTS IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM
- ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
- ASSEMBLY: HANDLEBARS
- ASSEMBLY: FRONT WHEEL & PEDALS
- URBAN CRUZER™ OPERATION: BATTERY
- URBAN CRUZER™ OPERATION: SYSTEM
- URBAN CRUZER™: TROUBLESHOOTING
- URBAN CRUZER™: CARE & MAINTENANCE
- URBAN CRUZER™: WARRANTY
- URBAN CRUZER™: WARRANTY REGISTRATION
- Documents / Resources
USER MANUAL
POWER ASSISTED BICYCLES
WARNING: You are the only person responsible for your personal safety. Do
not (or let anyone) operate your Urban Cruzer™ bicycle without reading the
user manual, as you/they could be seriously injured or killed. All riders
must: Familiarize yourself until you understand and are competent with all the
controls and braking systems to correctly and safely operate the Urban Cruzer™
in any riding conditions. Green Light Cycle Ltd.™ assumes no responsibility
for your personal safety and by operating this electric bicycle you
acknowledge that you !
are competent with its operation and controls, have read the User Manual, are
responsible for your own personal safety and accept Green Light Cycle Ltd.’s
terms and agree to be bound by them. Do not operate or ride any Power Assisted
Bicycle unless you are already a competent bicycle rider. The bike can quickly
reach high speeds and caution must be exercised when operating the Urban
Cruzer™. Carefully read this manual (even if you are an experienced rider)
before riding your Urban Cruzer™! You must wear a helmet and safety equipment,
and obey all Provincial and Federal motor vehicle laws. An unprotected head is
highly susceptible to injury, even from the lightest contact, but wearing a
helmet that meets UL or CSA testing standards may help prevent injury. 2020
PARTS IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM
1. Tektro® Front Disc Brake
2. Tire Valve Stem
3. Front Suspension
4. Front Fender
5. Front Light
6. Brake Levers
7. King Meter® LCD Display
8. Bell
9. Thumb Throttle
10. Shift Lever
11. Handlebar
12. Frame
13. Seat Post
14. Quick Release Seat Lock
15. Seat
16. Battery Key
17. Battery| 18. Carrier
19. Rear Light
20. Rear Fender
21. Rear Brake Calliper
22. Tektro® Rear Disc Brake
23. Shimano ® Freewheel
24. Hub Motor by 8FUN
25. Shimano® Derailleur
26. Tires
27. Spokes
28. Rims
29. Kickstand
30. Chain
31. Controller box
32. Chain Wheel and Crank
33. Pedals
34. Front Brake Calliper
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on receiving your Urban Cruzer™ Electric Bicycle! If for any
reason you do not have the proper tools or are not confident in safely
assembling the bike yourself, we recommend that you take the bike to a local
bike shop for
assistance or have them assemble it. We suggest taking all bikes in for a
safety check and tune up before riding. Always wear a helmet when riding.
Open the box from the top by cutting the 3 bands and the packaging tape.
Carefully remove the 3 Styrofoam packing blocks. Remove the front wheel before
removing the bicycle. Remove the bicycle by lifting it straight out of the box
(this may require 2 people). Be careful not to scratch yourself or the bike on
the carton staples. Stand the bike on a clean flat surface and remove the
Styrofoam packing material strap tied to the frame and various parts. Be
careful not to scratch the bike or cut yourself when snipping the strap ties.
Be sure to keep any small packages of parts and paperwork that come with the
bike. Check all contents to ensure you have each part required for assembly.
Box Contents:
1 x Bike Frame with Rear Wheel Attached
1 x Front Wheel
2 x Pedals (Left & Right)
1 x Lithium Battery 48 Volts 13 Ah
2 x Battery Keys
1 x 120 Volt Charger
1 x Seat
1 x Tool Kit: 5 x Hex Wrenches (2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm)
3 x Wrenches, double sided (8 mm & 10 mm, 13 mm & 15 mm, 14 mm & 17 mm)
1 x Screwdriver, double sided (star & slot configuration)
1 x King Meter® Owner’s Manual
1 x Shimano® Gear and Tektro® Brake Data Sheets
1 x Green Light Cycle Owner’s Manual
Now that you have your bike out of the box and unpacked, it is time to charge
the battery. Please refer to the Battery Removal & Installation, Precautions,
Charging, and Storage instructions on page 9. It is better to remove the
battery from the bike for the first charging as this will make the bike
assembly easier, with no cords in your way.
WARNING: Please keep the keys to your electric bicycle in a safe place.
Each set of keys are unique to your particular electric bicycle and we do not
keep a copy of your key on file! !
Unlock the battery with the key by inserting the key in the lock, close to the
seat. Push the key to depress the lock into the battery and turn the key one
half turn counter clockwise to unlock the battery slide pin and then remove
the key. Pull the battery straight up by the folding handle to remove from the
bike. Follow the charging instructions to complete the battery to full charge.
Reinstall the battery into the bike after you have completed the bike
assembly.
- Handlebars
ASSEMBLY: HANDLEBARS
Install the handlebars by loosening the stem wedge bolt and turning the
handlebar stem to face the front of the bike.
Remove the stem faceplate and 2 bolts. Turn the handlebar to ensure that the
wiring is not twisted and flows upward toward the handlebars without kinking
(Fig. 1.1). Place the handlebars in the half round stem cut-out (Fig. 1.2)
making sure that the grooves (splines) are aligned correctly, in the centre of
the cut-out (Fig. 1.3). Replace the faceplate and tighten the bolts evenly so
that the faceplate sits flat over the handlebar (Fig. 1.4). Lastly, align the
handlebars 90° to the front wheel and tighten the handlebar stem bolt. Also
see adjusting handlebars below.
If you receive your bike with the handlebars stem out of the steering tube, then remove the protective cover on the stem wedge. Apply a bit of grease or oil to the stem wedge to help it insert into the rubber stem seal on the steering tube. Wiggle and turn the stem at the same time as you slide it down the steering tube. Insert wedge past or up to “MAX HT” mark on stem. Align the handle bars perpendicular to the front wheel and tighten the Allen head wedge expander bolt. Adjust the angle of the handlebar with the Allen bolt, located under the handlebar base (Fig. 1.7). Identify the black wire loom clamp on the handlebar stem and remove the screw. Move the wire loom to the side of the clamp and insert the screw and tighten to secure the loom to the stem clamp.
Quick Release Lever on the Front Wheel
Urban Cruzer™ uses a Quick Release Lever to lock the front wheel into the fork
dropouts (Fig. 1.8). Quick Release Levers are safe and convenient when
adjusted properly. Before riding your bicycle you must understand how they
work and how to use them properly to prevent serious injury or death from a
fall.
Quick Release Levers use a cam action to clamp the front wheel in place.
Due to their adjustable nature, it is critical that you understand how they
work, their proper use, and how much force is needed to secure them correctly.
ASSEMBLY: FRONT WHEEL & PEDALS
Assembly: Front Wheel & Pedals
CAUTION: The full force of the cam action is needed to clamp the wheel
securely. Holding the nut with one hand and turning the lever like a wing nut,
is NOT a safe or effective way to close a quick release and will not clamp the
wheel safely to the forks .
WARNING: Operating the bike with an improperly adjusted wheel or Quick
Release Lever, can allow the wheel to wobble or fall off the bicycle. This can
cause serious injury or death .
It is essential that you know how to install and remove your wheels safely. If
you are unsure ask your local bike shop to install or assemble your bike and
wheels. Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your wheel in
place with a Quick Release Lever. Before each ride of your bike, check that
the wheel is securely clamped properly and the Quick Release Lever is in the
correct position and locked.
Installing the Front Wheel
Install the front wheel by first inserting the Quick Release rod into the
wheel axel. There are 2 small springs on the Quick Release rod that have
different diameters on each end. Install the springs so that the ends with the
larger diameter are next to the Quick Release and the round nut (Fig. 2.1).
Make sure the round black nut is on the disc side of the wheel and the lock
lever is on the opposite side (Fig. 2.3).
Tighten the round nut onto the rod so the rod threads are almost flush with
the outside of the nut. Be careful not to cross the threads and tighten by
hand only.
Place the Quick Release Lever in the open position. Have someone hold and lift the bike by the handlebars to position the front wheel into the forks. Make sure that you line up the brake disc with the brake calliper when inserting the front wheel axel into the fork drop outs (Fig. 2.4). Check to ensure that the axel has engaged all the way into the fork dropouts before clamping.
ASSEMBLY: FRONT WHEEL & PEDALS
Assembly: Front Wheel & Pedals
To tighten the Quick Release and axel into the fork dropout, ensure the Quick
Release is in the open position with the lever parallel to the ground (the
lever should be at a 90° angle to the forks). With the lever in this position,
tighten the round nut finger tight. You will not be able to close the lever to
the locked position yet. Next, loosen the nut approximately 3 quarter turns,
counter clockwise and lift the lever upward to lock the wheel in place. The
lever should be almost parallel to the front fork when locked. If the tension
is correct, the lever should close tightly. When closing the lever it should
leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand (Fig. 2.6, the imprint may not
be as deep as the hand model’s picture). When the lever is locked in this
position, parallel to the fork, it will not easily be opened if it catches on
any objects while riding your bike. To increase or decrease the tension, open
the lever and adjust the nut clockwise or counter clockwise, 1/8 turn at a
time. Repeat until the tension is sufficient. Less than 1/2 a turn on the
adjusting nut can make the difference between safe clamping force and unsafe
clamping force. Install the front fender, with the supplied bolts, in the
front forks and at the headlight (Fig 2.7).
Pedal Installation
Note: “L” and “R” (“L” = left & “R” = right) is stamped on the threaded
ends of the pedals (Fig. 3.1). The pedals have opposite thread directions and
must go on a specific side of the bike. Left and right side of the bike is
determined by sitting on the seat.
The Left Pedal has a reverse, non-standard thread and must be turned counter
clockwise to be screwed in. The Right Pedal has a standard thread and must be
turned clockwise to be threaded in.
Apply some grease to the pedal threads before attaching. Install the Right
Pedal to the chain sprocket side of the bike (Fig.
3.2) and the Left Pedal to the opposite side (same side as the battery key).
Start the pedal threads into the crank arm threads, by hand, at least 4
complete 360° turns to ensure the pedals are not cross-threaded. Incorrect
installation of the pedals or stripped threads are not covered under warranty.
Complete by securely tightening with a 15 mm wrench.
WARNING: Poorly tightened pedals can result in damaging the bicycle,
personal injury or death .
ASSEMBLY: SEAT INSTALLATION & TIRE PRESSURE
Seat Installation
Identify the “Minimum Insert Line” on the seat post (Fig. 4.1). Insert the
seat post into the seat tube so the Minimum Insert Line is not visible (Fig.
4.3). The seat post shaft must be installed so that the Minimum Insert Line is
at least 1/4 inch below the Quick Release Lever.
With the Quick Release Lever in the open position (the lever should be at a
90° angle to the seat tube), insert the seat post into the seat tube. Tighten
the Quick Release clamp by turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise, with
one hand on the cam lever to keep it from rotating. Lift the Quick Release
Lever up to the locked position. Grab the seat by the saddle with both hands
to attempt to rotate the seat. If you are unable to force the seat out of
alignment with the frame, the clamp is tight enough. If the seat moves out of
alignment with the frame, increase the tension on the adjusting nut
approximately a 1/4 turn and try again. The seat height can be adjusted from
34 to 38.5 inches (863 mm – 977 mm) from the ground or 30.5 to 34.5 inches
(774 mm – 876 mm) from the pedals.
CAUTION: Less than 1/2 a turn on the adjusting nut can make the
difference between safe clamping force and unsafe clamping force .
CAUTION: A poorly adjusted seat can result in damaging the bicycle,
personal injury or death .
Tire Pressure
CAUTION: The tires have NOT been filled with air to the correct capacity
for shipping purposes .
Using a hand pump, fill the tires with air to the rating on the sidewall (Fig.
5.1). We recommend a hand pump to avoid over inflating the tires, which can
easily happen when using a high pressure air line at a gas station or
automotive tire store. The tires are rated for a maximum of pressure of “450
kPa” or “65 PSI”.
URBAN CRUZER™ OPERATION: BATTERY
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: Battery Removal & Installation, Precautions,
Charging, and Storage
Remove & Install the Battery CAUTION: Fully charge the battery before
the first use! Failure to do this can result in decreased battery performance
for the life of the bike and void your battery warranty .
CAUTION: Do not attempt to open or repair your battery or charger. If you
need another battery or charger contact your dealer or Green Light Cycle Ltd.™
CAUTION: Do not touch the battery sockets or blades with your hands, any
metal object or other material that conducts electricity .
CAUTION: Never put the battery or charger in reach of children .
CAUTION: Do not use any charger except the one that came with your Urban
Cruzer™ Electric Bike .
Unlock the battery from the battery slide by inserting the battery key into the lock, located on the top of the battery near the handle (Fig. 6.1). Push the key inwards to depress the lock into the battery and turn the key one half turn counter clockwise to unlock the battery slide pin. Remove the key before trying to lift the battery away from the bike. Remove the seat to slide the battery straight up and out of the battery slide, using one hand on the folding handle and the other hand to hold the bike steady.
Install the battery in the reverse order of removal. Ensure the top of the
controller box, where the base of the battery rests, is clear of any dirt or
debris. Align the battery base so that it inserts into the battery slide and
with the half round grooved cradle against the seat post tube. Insert the
battery gently until the base rests tightly on the control box and the
connecting blades are inserted firmly into the battery base sockets. The
blades and sockets are greased to make removal and replacement easier.
Lubricate as necessary. Do not use excessive force to fit the battery into the
base, as it could damage the connection sockets or blades. Be sure to always
lock the battery after placing in the cradle.
Lithium Battery Precautions
CAUTION: Do not attempt to open or repair your battery. This may cause
electrical shock or fire and will void your warranty. Should you have a
problem or need another battery contact Green Light Cycle Ltd.™ Should your
battery become hot, emit smoke or unusual odors, remove the battery to a dry
area outside immediately .
CAUTION: Fully charge the battery before the first use! Failure to do this
can result in decreased battery performance for the life of the bike and void
your warranty .
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: Battery Removal & Installation, Precautions,
Charging, and Storage
As lithium batteries do not suffer from Memory Effect, it is not required for
the battery to be empty to begin a charge. Top up charging every time you have
completed your ride is recommended. A new battery might take 2 or 3 charges
before it performs at its full capacity. All batteries have a finite life
cycle and eventually lose storage capacity below a useful level. Kept in good
condition, a lithium battery will perform at least 300 to 900 full charge
cycles with a retention of 70% from its original capacity. Small top up
charges count fractionally towards a single full cycle charge. The battery may
be charged on or off the bike. Always charge the battery with the key in the
“OFF” position. Never charge a hot battery or immediately after a long ride;
let the battery cool for approximately 1 hour prior to charging.
Do not leave the charger plugged into the battery for long periods of time, as
this can damage the battery. Always charge the bike in a dry, clean place.
Keep the charger dry and clean. Avoid storing your batteries in extreme
temperatures, hot or cold, and keep in a cool dry place. Always plug the
battery charger into a grounded ELECTRICAL circuit.
WARNING: Never charge the battery outside in wet weather, as there is a
chance of electrical shock, electrocution, and death .
The battery can be used in any weather between 1°C to 38°C. Extreme heat or
extreme cold can shorten the battery range. Try to avoid fully discharging the
battery. It may be possible after the battery is discharged to turn off the
bike, wait a few seconds, and turn it back on to get a small amount of power.
This “pulsing” (turning off and on) will permanently damage the battery.
Lithium batteries prefer frequent partial discharge charge cycles rather than
fewer, full, deep cycle charges. To prevent premature failure of your battery
and for your warranty to remain in effect, you must charge and discharge the
battery at least once per month.
Charging the Battery
The supplied battery is a Lithium, 48 Volts and 13 Amp hours. Check to ensure
that the charger voltage is correct for your battery. The charger should read
“Output 55VDC 2A”. This is an output for a power source of approximately 120
Volts. If the charger output reads greater than or less than 55, it means that
the output of the power source is greater or less than 120V respectively. Only
use a wall receptacle with a grounded circuit to plug your charger into.
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: Battery Removal & Installation, Precautions, Charging, and Storage
- Turn the key to “OFF” and remove the key from the battery (Fig. 7.1).
- Locate the charging port on the battery on the top right side and turn the dust cover to the side to expose the charging port (Fig. 7.2).
- Insert the battery charger plug into a 120 Volt wall socket receptacle with a grounded circuit. Do not use an extension cord. The light on the charger should illuminate to steady green.
- Insert the round plug of the charger into the battery charging port, the LED should illuminate to steady red (Fig. 7.5).
- When the light on the charger changes to a steady green, the battery is charged (Fig. 7.4). Unplug the charger from the wall receptacle and then from the bike battery. Always disconnect the plugs in this order.
A full charge will take approximately 4 to 6 hours to complete. Avoid overcharging and damaging the battery. When the light changes to steady green, the charger is in “trickle mode”. Avoid prolonged charging in this mode as it may damage the battery. Maximum continuous charging time is 24 hours.
The charger will become warm during charging so keep the charger away from any
flammable materials. The charger may reach temperatures up to 185°F/85°C
during normal charging. Never enclose the charger or put anything on top of it
when charging. The charger must be well ventilated.
If the charger emits a peculiar smell or the temperature is too high, stop
charging immediately! Do not drop or damage the charger. Avoid any contact
with water when charging your battery. If a plug or socket gets wet, dry it
completely before using. Always use the charger according to the instructions.
Improper use or attempting to open/repair the charger will void your warranty.
Charge Your Smartphone
Want to charge your device on the go? Our new 13amp batteries come with a USB
charging port (max. 1 amp) so you can charge your smartphone while you’re
navigating your ride! Just remember to keep your eyes on the road and not on
your device!
USB charging cable not included.
Remove the protective cover from the USB port (max 1 amp). Determine the
correct orientation of your USB charger cable and insert it into the USB port
on the Urban Cruzer battery. Plug your charging cable into your smartphone
device
and turn the E-bike battery key to the “ON” position. Check the battery
indicator on your smartphone to determine that it is now charging. Be sure to
check your smartphone’s rated amperage prior to charging it with your E-bike
battery. Do not attempt to charge any device other than a smartphone rated for
1 amp.
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: Battery Removal & Installation, Precautions,
Charging, and Storage
Long Term Battery Care
When storing your battery for a long period of time (more than 60 days):
Charge the battery to about 75%, then recharge every 60 days as needed to
maintain this level. Allowing your battery to sit for longer than 60 day
periods in a discharged state could lead to permanent capacity loss and void
your warranty.
- Ideally batteries should be stored between 50°F/10°C to 80°F/27°C. Avoid long periods of freezing and extreme heat, 104°F/40°C or higher.
- Do not leave the battery in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
- Keep the bike in the shade during summer months.
- Store the battery in a clean dry location with low humidity conditions.
- Do not allow the battery to accumulate condensation such as dew, heavy fog or rain, as this could cause shorting.
- Do not clean or wash the battery with pressurized water; wipe with a damp cloth only and towel dry completely.
- Do not connect the battery to the bike in wet conditions.
- Do not submerse the battery in water.
Extending the Life of Your Battery
To help extend the life of the battery, assist the bike as much as possible. A
few tips to prolong the battery life during certain conditions are as follows:
- Always turn your battery key “OFF” after each use, as the electrical system will still draw minute power from your battery.
- Charge the battery frequently. If possible, before using 50% of the power.
- When starting from dead stop, use the pedals to bring the bike up to speed.
- When riding uphill or against the wind, pedal to supplement the battery power.
- When the battery meter indicates the voltage is low, switch to the lowest pedal assist mode or 0 to avoid using the battery and shortening the battery life.
- Do not ride your bike in heavy rain storms, thunder showers, or extreme conditions.
- When riding downhill, you must have the key and King Meter® Controller in the “ON” position, as the motor will generate electricity. Having the key in the “OFF” position may damage your battery, controller, or electrical parts, and may void your warranty.
- Store your battery in a location with a temperature above 50°F/10°C for best results.
URBAN CRUZER™ OPERATION: SYSTEM
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: System & Battery Power “ON/OFF”
Introduction
To ensure better performance of your E-Bike, please read through the J-LCD
product introduction carefully before using or starting your bike.
Familiarize yourself and become competent with the Function Summary, Button
Definition, and Introduction of User Settings on the King Meter® Display
before your first ride. Stay safe: know and understand how the bike operates
before riding!
The user settings include: set local time, top riding speed, Imperial or
Metric system, wheel size, and LCD backlight brightness.
The LCD display indicates: battery capacity, time, motor power ratio, riding
speed, total riding distance, trip distance,
6 km/h power assist walk mode, and malfunction codes of the electrical
controls and systems. The “30 Button”, with up down arrows and mode button,
controls the E-Bike’s power “ON/OFF”, programming the display, and settings.
Power Up Your E-Bike
To turn on the bike battery, turn the key on the battery to the “ON” position
clockwise 1/8 turn until you hear the click and the key stops (Fig. 8.1). The
battery power is now turned on.
WARNING: DO NOT illuminate the King Meter® if you are NOT on the bike and
ready to ride forwards. This avoids false starts and crashes
WARNING: ALWAYS REMEMBER to hold a brake lever depressed firmly when
getting on and off the bike SO THE BRAKE LEVER KILL SWITCH can stop the
electrical flow to the motor (Fig. 8.2).
This avoids false starts and crashes! This will help reduce accidents caused
by pressing the thumb throttle accidentally or initiating the pedal assist
before you are ready to ride.
WARNING: Always turn the key “OFF” immediately after you dismount from
the bike (Fig. 8.3) .
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: System & Battery Power “ON/OFF”
Using the King Meter®
To turn the bike motor on and illuminate the King Meter® Display. Identify the
“30 Button” on the handlebar, beside the King Meter® Display.
Hold down the centre “MODE” button between the UP and DOWN arrows for
approximately 2 seconds, until the display illuminates (Fig. 9.2).
When the King Meter® display is illuminated and the “ASSIST” indicates a
number (1 to 5), the motor can be started by actuating the thumb throttle or
the pedal assist.
For safety, use the DOWN arrow to set the “ASSIST” to “0” while programming
the King Meter® (Fig. 9.3).
After LCD display lights up, hold the UP and DOWN arrows at the same time for
3 seconds; the LCD will display the default setting mode.
Time Setting
After entering into the setting mode, first set the hour by using the up and
down arrows. Press the MODE button to confirm the setting. Next, set the
minutes using the UP and DOWN arrows. Press the MODE button to confirm the
setting.
Top Riding Speed
The default setting on the top riding speed has been set to 32 km per hour.
The top riding speed can be set from 10 km/h to 32 km/h by using the UP and
DOWN arrows. Press the MODE button to confirm the setting. The top riding
speed in Canada is 32 km per hour in all cities, streets, and highways (Fig.
10.1). Check with Police to determine the local laws and bylaws to confirm the
maximum legal speed setting in your riding area.
WARNING: Do not exceed the top riding speed of 32 km per hour as you will
be breaking the E-Bike speed limit law and putting yourself in personal danger
which may result in prosecution, severe injury, or death.
Display Units
Press the Up or Down Arrow to choose between Imperial or Metric display units.
Press the Mode button to confirm the setting.
Wheel Diameter Setting
Press the Up or Down Arrow to choose a corresponding wheel diameter to ensure
the accurate display of speed and distance on the LCD. The Urban Cruzer™ wheel
size is 26 inches. Press the Mode button to confirm the setting.
Backlight Brightness
Press the Up or Down Arrow to modify the backlight brightness. You can choose
from levels 1 to 3. Level 1 is the minimum brightness and uses the least power
from the battery. Level 3 is the brightest and will use more power from the
battery.
Press the Mode button to confirm the setting.
Exit Settings
When in a setting mode, press the Mode button within 2 seconds of making your
choice to confirm. Press and hold the Mode button for more than 2 seconds to
save the current settings and exit the setting interface (Fig. 10.2).
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: System & Battery Power “ON/OFF” The King Meter® is
now set.
Normal Operation of the E-Bike
Before you turn on the battery power to ride the bike, sit on the bike seat
and assume a comfortable position to ride forward.
With the key in the “ON” position, press the Mode button and the display will
illuminate. The motor is now powered. Keep one hand brake depressed after
turning on the King Meter® until you are ready to ride forward.
When the King Meter® is turned on (display illuminated), holding or pressing
the Mode button again will turn the power to the bike motor off. If no
controls are pressed for approximately 5 to 7 minutes and the bike is not in
motion, the
King Meter® will power off.
Power OFF
In the power “OFF” state, the King Meter® uses minimal power to keep the clock
running. It is advisable to turn the key on the battery to the “OFF” position
to conserve energy and keep your bike and the people around you safe.
Speed Display
When the King Meter® illuminates, the display will automatically show the
current speed. By pressing and holding the Up Arrow for 2 seconds, the display
will show the average (AVG) speed during this ride. Press and hold the Up
Arrow again and the display will change to show the maximum (MAX) speed during
this ride. Repeat to show current speed again.
Pedal Assist Level & Throttle Power Off/On Selection
When the King Meter® is illuminated, pressing the UP or DOWN Arrows will
change the output power of the motor for the pedal assist, or turn off the
power to the motor completely (set assist to “ASSIST 0”). The pedal assist
power ranges form Level 1 to 5. Level 1 is the minimum power the motor will
supply by turning the pedals and Level 5 is the maximum power (100%). The
default level when the King Meter® is started is Level 1.
When the “ASSIST” is set to “0”, no power will be supplied from the motor by
pedalling or by using the thumb throttle. Use this mode when you want to ride
the bike without any motor assist.
The thumb throttle (Fig. 11.1) allows you to immediately increase the power to
the motor with the touch of your thumb, similar to the throttle on a
motorcycle. Increasing pressure on the thumb throttle will increase the power
and speed.
The “ASSIST” settings (Level 1 to 5), will not adjust the power to the thumb
throttle. When the “ASSIST” selection is set at “0”, the thumb throttle is
“OFF”. When the assist selection is set at Level 1 to 5, the thumb throttle is
“ON”.
King Meter® Display Backlight & Bike Headlight & Taillight
To turn the backlight and bike headlight “ON” and “OFF”, hold the UP Arrow and
MODE button together for 3 seconds (Fig. 11.2). Use this feature at night or
in low light conditions to illuminate the display and your headlight and
tailight for safe riding.
Distance & Time Display
When the King Meter® is illuminated, it will display the odometer setting
“ODO” which is the total distance the bike has been ridden. Press the MODE
button to change the display to show the riding distance for this trip.
Battery Capacity
When the battery charge is full, the battery symbol will show 5 segments
illuminated in black. As the battery is consumed, the segments will disappear
to indicate the amount of power available, until all the segments have
disappeared and the battery symbol is white, indicating the level is severely
low.
When the battery symbol is completely white, it will begin to flash. A
flashing battery symbol means that you need to recharge immediately. We advise
that you do not use the electric power to assist your bicycle in this state.
Set the “ASSIST” to “0” and use only your own pedal power until you can
recharge the battery (Fig. 11.3). This will help give your battery a longer
life.
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: System – System and Battery Power “ON/OFF”
Display Malfunction Codes
Should there be something wrong with the electronic controls, motor, or
battery, the King Meter® will automatically show an error code below:
Code Definition
21 Electrical Current Abnormality – Check to see if all plugs are connected
properly or have been damaged.
22 Throttle Abnormality – This is often a result of holding down the thumb
throttle while turning on the E-bike.
23 Motor Open-Phase – This means there is a connection error between the plug
and the motor. Check all plugs.
24 Motor Hall Signal – This means there is a connection error between the
motor and controller. Check all plugs.
25 Brake Abnormality – This is often a result of holding down the brake handle
while turning on the E-bike.
30 Communication Abnormality – This means there is a connection error between
the display and controller. Check all plugs. batt LU Button Battery Low –
This means that the button battery in King Meter® needs to be replaced.
Button Battery Replacement (Prior to 2017)
To replace the display battery, first detach the display from the handlebar.
Remove the battery cap and old batteries. The battery model is # CR2032.
Install the new battery, ensuring it is in the correct position (+/-). The
life of the battery is approximately 2 years. After replacing the battery you
may need to reset the time.
12. Pedal Assist & Thumb Throttle
With the King Meter® illuminated and “ASSIST” set from Level 1 to 5, the thumb
throttle is active (Fig. 12.1). When pressed downward, the bike will drive
forward.
The thumb throttle delivers up to 100% of the motor power depending on how
much the lever is depressed.
The Pedal Assist function watches the rotation of the pedals to deliver power
to the motor (Fig. 12.2). Depending on which level the “ASSIST” is set to
(Level 1 to 5), the King Meter® will determine how much power the motor
delivers to move the bike forward. Using the “ASSIST” on the lowest setting
will consume the least amount of power from the battery and give you the
longest riding distance.
Braking System
The bike is equipped with two brake levers located on the left and right sides
of the handlebar. To stop the bike, depress both break levers. The brake
levers also activate a stop light in the taillight.
In USA-STANDARD configuration, the left brake lever controls the front
wheel and the right brake lever controls the rear wheel.
WARNING: There are 2 styles of brake handle configuration: MOTO and USA-
STANDARD. Review and understand your braking system, brake handle
configuration and which handle controls the front wheel or rear wheel before
riding your bike. Use the brake handles to control your speed appropriate to
riding conditions and remember that you are the only person responsible for
your personal safety. Adjust and service your brakes as necessary .
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: Pre-Ride Checklist
Pre-Ride Checklist & Familiarization Before Your First Ride
We want you to have a fun ride, but also a safe one. Carefully read the
following information, even if you are an experienced rider. The Urban Cruzer™
can quickly reach high speeds; caution must be exercised when operating the
bike.
Green Light Cycle Ltd.™ is the producer of this Owner’s Manual and assumes no
responsibility for your personal safety. The bike manufacturer assumes that
you already know how to ride a bicycle and gives no instruction on basic
riding skills, rules of the road, Federal and Provincial Laws, or Motor
Vehicle Regulations.
WARNING: You are the only person responsible for your personal safety
when operating this electric bike and you must be aware of its operation in
any riding conditions. Familiarize yourself until you understand and are
competent with this bike’s controls and braking systems before operating or
riding **.
WARNING: Wear safety equipment when operating any bike. Dress to be seen
with high visibility reflective clothing **.
WARNING: Is your helmet on? Remember, bike helmets can save lives and
help to avoid serious injury. Always wear an approved helmet when riding this
bike or any bike **.
WARNING: Never operate electronic handheld devices like cell phones,
headsets or computers while riding **.
WARNING: Do not drink and ride **.
Operation of Power Assisted Bicycle Controls
Bell – Signals to traffic you are there.
Pedals – Drive the bike forward.
Headlight & Taillight – LED light controlled by pressing the Mode and Up Arrow
buttons at the same time.
Bike Keys – Turns the battery electrical supply off/on to the bicycle controls
and locks the battery in place on the bike.
trols the Pedal Assist speed level, records trip information, controls the
headlight, and turns thumb throttle “ON/OFF”.
Handlebars – Con King Meter® – Con tain the controls (King Meter®, Brakes,
Gear Shifter, Bell, & Thumb Throttle), and steer the bike left or right. op
the bike by squeezing the handle toward the hand grips. The brake handles also
have kill switches built in to them that stop the electricity flow to the
motor, turning it off. Any time the brakes are applied, the motor will stop
pushing the bike in a forward direction and the stop light will illuminate on
the carrier.
Shimano® 7 Speed Shifter – Switches between gears on the rear wheel to adjust
ease of pedaling in order to climb grades or ride at different speeds. Brake
Handles – St
“10 Point” Check List – Before your First Ride and Every Ride After**
- Battery is connected, locked, and charged.
- Electrical devices are working correctly.
- All nuts and bolts are tight.
- The front and rear wheels are secured to the bike frame and cam locks are tight.
- The tires are filled to the correct pressure, as indicated on the tire side wall.
- The brakes are adjusted and operating correctly, including the brake kill switches.
- The seat is locked and the seat stem is adjusted to the correct height.
- Handlebars are tightened firmly.
- Chain and crank arms run smoothly and are lubricated.
- The rider is wearing appropriate safety gear, including: high visibility reflective clothing, helmet, and eye protection.
Urban Cruzer™ Operation: Usage
Usage
- Wear shoes that grip firmly to the pedals, no bare feet.
- Wear high visibility clothing no loose clothing and dress to be seen.
- Always wear an approved bicycle helmet and eye protection.
- Keep your speed levels appropriate to road conditions and speed limits.
- Ride slow on wet or slippery surfaces and brake sooner than anticipated.
- Avoid cycling at night or in poor weather such as fog, rain, snow, or icy conditions.
- Familiarize yourself with usage of the bike and know how to maintain it.
- Be familiar with traffic signs, rules and laws, and be aware of other traffic.
- When possible, ride in bike lanes and in the correct direction of traffic flow.
- Do not ride on the sidewalk and dismount when using pedestrian crossings.
- Keep both hands on the handlebars when riding.
- Keep in mind that other traffic may underestimate the speed of an electric bicycle.
- Ride defensively, keep alert, and have fun!
The Urban Cruzer™ Electric Assisted Bicycle has a 48 volt battery at 13 amp
hours, supplying the power to a 500 watt electric brushless 8FUN rear hub
motor. This is a powerful electric assisted bicycle in a pass-through shaped
frame and special care must be taken when getting to know it. You will be
riding faster than you think! Because the bike can quickly reach high speeds,
you need to exercise caution when operating this E-Bike. Even though you may
be an experienced bicycle rider, your first ride should be in an area without
traffic or other hazards. We suggest that you ride the bike as a bicycle with
no power assist turned on (set “ASSIST” to “0”), to familiarize yourself with
the bike’s extra weight and slow handling and stopping. Test the bike’s
braking ability to determine your stopping distances. Once you become
confident in your riding and braking ability, set the assist level to the
lowest setting, Level 1, and begin riding the bike. When you feel confident
and familiar with the feel from the powerful 500 watt motor, try using the
thumb throttle and higher Assist Levels. Pay special attention to the weather
and road conditions when learning to ride your E-Bike. Wet roads require
longer stopping distances than dry roads. Always look ahead when riding to
give yourself time to stop in emergency situations. Remember that pedestrians
may not be able to hear or see you approaching from behind. Slow down and use
extra caution when passing foot or vehicle traffic, parked cars, or other
cyclists. Do not be afraid to use your bell, it’s there to signal “Here I Am”.
Once you have mastered the Urban Cruzer™ Electric Assisted Bicycle, your
commute to work or leisure bike rides will become an easy and fun experience.
E-Bikes are a great way for persons recovering from heart conditions to engage
in
cardio exercise. When you get tired you can use the power assist to supplement
your pedalling power or simply bring you home. This way you will not stress
your body and can build your strength gradually to improve your fitness or
your road to recovery.
The Green Light Cycle Ltd.™ Team wishes you safe riding and better health.
Thank you for your purchase,
URBAN CRUZER™: TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM | DIAGNOSIS |
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King Meter® is illuminated, does not display speed: | Magnet on front wheel |
spoke is not aligned to King Meter® receiver on right fork. The magnet should
line up to the round bottom of the receiver.
King Meter® is illuminated, motor will not start:| “ASSIST” is set to 0.
Battery level is too low.
Brake lever is slightly depressed. Controller is defective.
Thumb Throttle failure, Pedal Assist works:| Thumb throttle is defective.
Thumb throttle has bad connection. Controller is defective.
Thumb throttle works, Pedal Assist failure:| Pedal Assist connection to
controller. Pedal Assist sensor is defective.
When riding, you stop. The throttle will not restart the motor:| Brake lever
has not released. Brake lever kill switch is defective. Controller is
defective.
Motor has low power:| Check tire pressure.
Check brake calliper is sticking closed. Check battery is charged.
Headlight will not turn on, but King Meter® backlight works:| Wire is loose or
disconnected at light. LED’s in headlight are defective.
Charger is plugged in, but green or red LED indicator light does not
illuminate:| Check the wall receptacle; move to another and retest.
Charger is plugged in, but will only show green light illuminated:| Battery is
fully charged. Charger fuse may be burnt.
If the above symptoms do not relate to your malfunction, please call Green Light Cycle Ltd.™ or your local E-Bike shop for assistance.
URBAN CRUZER™: CARE & MAINTENANCE
Transporting an Electric Bicycle
CAUTION: Make absolutely certain that the bike rack on your car is
suitable for the increased weight and the frame style of your Urban Ryder™
E-Bike. A rack that is not suitable for the increased weight can be damaged or
even break during the transport. Remove the battery and protect the
electronics from inclement weather ; your motor and system connections should
be protected from the elements. Also remember that most commercial flights
will not accept a lithium battery even when installed in the bike.
Maintenance
Squeeze the brakes and rock the bike to check for any looseness with each
forward or backward movement. Look at the headset, brake disc and callipers,
wheels, wheel nuts, forks, pedals and crank, and saddle. Check cables for rust
kinks and fraying. Squeeze the spokes in adjoining pairs between your thumb
and index finger to confirm they have the same tension.
Wheels
Check the wheel nuts are secure and tight by removing the plastic caps and
inspecting.
Rims
Spin the wheels and check for side to side wobble and up and down oblongata.
The wheels when true will not have more that 1.0 mm on each side or up and
down. Wheels should only be adjusted by certified mechanics.
Spokes
Check for damaged stainless spokes regularly. Replace broken, bent or fatigued
stainless spokes with the manufacture’s suggest spokes only.
Tires
Check tires for cuts or punctures and wear. Tire pressure should be adjusted
as per the sidewall specifications.
Chain
The chain should run smoothly when clean and lubricated. Lubricate the chain
regularly at least every 3 months or after a wet ride.
Brakes
WARNING: Disc brake calipers, rotors and pads get EXTREMELY HOT when
used. SERIOUS INJURY could result from contact with a hot brake. DO NOT TOUCH
WHILE HOT. Allow the brakes to cool before attempting to service. Read and
understand instructions thoroughly before attempting to service. If you are in
any doubt, you should seek the advice of a qualified mechanic .
Check the pads for wear. They are held into the caliper with a cotter pin
inserted through the brake pad lip and held apart with a pad connecting
spring. The braking surfaces face each other. Once the caliper mounting
bracket is unbolted from the bike frame, you can remove the cotter pin and
slide the pads out of the caliper. Pads worn unevenly, on an angle or with
less than 0.50mm of pad may need replacement (new pad thickness is 2.23mm).
Refer to Tektro installation instructions for complete details.
Adjust cables as needed to increase braking power. Check the brake cable
tension and adjust by either using the adjusting screws on the brake levers or
the adjusting screws at the brake callipers, or retention the cable with the
cable adjuster bolt/ nut clamp.
After riding, remove any dirt, mud or other contamination from the rotor slot
in the calliper. Clean the calliper body and rotor slot with brake cleaner and
lubricate the brake lever pivot with thick oil or grease. Check to make sure
that all bolts are tightened to torque specifications.
Urban Cruzer™: Cleaning, Keys & Serial Numbers
Cleaning
Never use a high pressure washer or a garden hose to clean your bike. The
force of the water jet could damage the electrical components. We recommend a
soft cloth or brush to clean the bike. Use a moist cloth to clean the battery
and docking station. Always use very little water and keep water away from the
electrical contacts. Check the plug-in connections for moisture after cleaning
and let these dry if necessary before using or charging the bike.
Keys for the Battery
WARNING: Keep the keys to your E-Bike in a safe place! Each set of keys is
unique to your bike only and unfortunately we do not keep a copy of your key
on file or have a way of reproducing your exact keys. If you lose your set of
keys, you may require a locksmith to replace the complete locking mechanisms .
Locating Your Serial Number
Frame Serial Number
The serial number can be found at the lowest part of the frame, between where
the crank arms are connected (Fig. 13.1), on the underside of the frame (Fig.
13.2). The serial number begins with the letters “LM”, “SS” or “HC” and is
also located on the box, on a white label.
Motor Serial Number
The motor serial number is located on the rear wheel hub motor, on the outer
edge. Imprinted on the outer edge is “8-FUN” with an arrow pointing towards
the 10 digit serial number, starting with the number 1 (Fig. 13.3).
Battery Serial Number
The battery serial number is located on the base of the battery and on the
same side as the keyhole.c
URBAN CRUZER™: WARRANTY
Warranty, Disclaimer, and Exclusions
The company will not be responsible for any breakdown, damage, or losses,
direct or indirect, arising in contract or in tort from any cause whatsoever
including failure to follow the Urban Cruzer™ user manual instructions
specifically, careless handling, improper assembly ,normal wear and tear,
alterations, modification, misuse, neglect, or abuse. All warranties are void
if the electric bicycle is used for other than normal activities including,
but not limited to, using the electric bicycle for rental or commercial
activities, stunt riding, or in competitive events, or training for such
activities or events. All warranties are void if products are sold by a non-
authorized re-seller. Parts and/or products which are determined by Green
Light Cycle Ltd.™ in its sole discretion to be defective, will be replaced
only after a valid warranty claim has been processed by Green Light Cycle
Ltd.™ Warranty claims must be made within the warranty period stated below.
Warranty
Green Light Cycle Ltd.™, to the original purchaser, with proof of purchase,
for a period of one year from the date of purchase, warrants all parts and
assemblies as to workmanship and materials used in their manufacture. Green
Light Cycle Ltd.™ at its sole discretion has the option of replacing all parts
or assemblies with a new part or a factory re-certified part. There is no
cosmetic warranty on bikes that have been ridden or operated. Any Urban
Cruzer™ products containing defective parts, if returned prepaid to an
Authorized Service Depot or to the factory in Burnaby, BC within a one year
time limit, will be repaired free of charge, FOB the Authorized Service Depot
or the Factory making such repairs and is expressly limited to the replacement
of goods complying with this warranty. The company will not be responsible for
any breakdown or losses, direct, incidental, or consequential damages,
including without limitation, damages for personal injury, property damage or
economic losses, losses direct or indirect arising in contract or in tort from
any cause whatsoever, including failure to follow the Urban Cruzer™ User
Manual instructions specifically, careless handling, corrosion, build-up of
minerals on the parts or assemblies for any reason or from any source; nor for
transportation and or other charges incurred in the removal, replacement or
repair of defective products or parts; all warranties are void if the electric
bicycle is used for other than normal activities, including but not limited
to, using the electric bicycle for rental or commercial activities, stunt
riding, ramp jumping, acrobatics, trick riding or similar activities,
competitive events or training for such activities or events, or use in any
other manner for which the products were not specifically designed for. All
warranties are void if products are sold by a non-authorized reseller and
there are no warranties or conditions expressed or implied or otherwise
applicable, to the company’s products except as expressly stated herein.
Claiming Warranty
To begin a warranty claim, the Warranty Registration information (found on the
last page of the User Manual), must be completed and returned to Green Light
Cycle Ltd.™ We recommend you record this information as soon as you have
completed reading the User Manual and keep a copy for your own records. Please
go to our website www.greenlightcycle.
com/product-registration to register your information electronically.
Electronic registration helps the environment by creating a green, paperless
tracking record of your electric bicycle’s warranty information. To claim
warranty, please have the Warranty Registration information ready and call
Green Light Cycle Ltd.™
(1-855-476-7933), between the hours of
8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday Pacific Standard Time, or send an email
to: contact@greenlightcycle.com.
URBAN CRUZER™: WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Urban Cruzer™: Warranty Registration
Warranty Registration
Please record the following information, should you ever require parts or
service, or to begin a warranty claim. The frame serial number is located on
the underside of the bike frame, where the crank arms attach and should begin
with the letters LM, SS or HC. Keep this page in your manual for your own
records.
To initiate your warranty, please submit the following information online at
www.greenlightcycle.com/product-
registration
or mail a copy of this page to:
Green Light Cycle Ltd.™
6909 Antrim Ave.
Burnaby, BC V5J 4M5
1-855-GRN-RYDE (1-855-476-7933)
www.greenlightcycle.com
Documents / Resources
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Green Light Urban Cruzer E
Bike
[pdf] User Manual
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References
- Electric Bikes- Urban Ryder- Green Light Cycle Ltd.
- Product Registration - Green Light Cycles - E Bikes Canada – Green Light Cycle Ltd.
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