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WELCOMETOTHE AIPAS FAMILY
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before setting up your bicycle
and riding. You should become thoroughly familiar with the proper
operation of your Aipas eBike, its features, capabilities, and limitations. To
ensure a long, trouble-free life for your Aipas eBike, provide it with the
proper care and maintenance as described in this manual. Of course, it is
not practical or possible to warn you about all of the hazards associated
with operating or maintaining your Aipas eBike, for this, you must use
your own good judgment.
For replacement parts and accessories, you should always use Aipas
eBikes approved parts, as they have been specially
designed for your bicycle and manufactured to meet Aipas
eBikes’ demanding standards.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of your bicycle and
should remain with the bicycle when it is sold.
If you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: [email protected]
Please record your bicycle’s serial number in the space below.
The serial number is located on the head tube of your bicycle.
Refer to “Serial Number” on page 17 for the location of the
serial num
Phone:[phone]
Website:www.aipasbike.com
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SERIAL NUMBER
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Safety
Starting
Features
Cockpit System
Preparing to Ride
First Ride
Battery Pack
Storing Your Aipas eBike
Transporting Your Aipas
eBike Disposal of Your Aipas
eBike Troubleshooting
Maintenance
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SAFETY
Read Owner’s Manual Before Riding
Read this entire owner’s manual before you take the first ride on your
new eBike and keep it for reference. This Ow ner’s Manual contains
important safety, performance, and service
information.
Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By
choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility of
that risk: you need to know and practice the rules of safe and
responsible riding as well as proper use and maintenance.
Proper use and maintenance of your bicycle reduces the risk of
injury. If you have any questions or do not understand any
aspect of using or maintaining your bike, take responsibility for
your safety and consult with your local bicycle shop, or contact
us for assistance.
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service,
repair or maintenance manual. Please see your local bicycle
shop for all service, repairs, or maintenance. Your local
bicycle shop may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics,
or books on bicycle use, service, repair, and maintenance.
Your Aipas eBike is classified as an EPAC (Eccentrically Power
Assisted Cycle, otherwise known as a Pedelec), and is referred
to in this manual as a bicycle unless otherwise noted.
Regarding Regulations
It is the rider’s responsibility to obey the regulations that apply to
your Aipas eBike.
The regulations covering the use of your Aipas eBike vary by
state, and even municipality in certain locations. You must comply
with the local regulations related to the minimum age of the rider,
driver’s license, insurance, license plate, traffic, and maximum
speed regulations, and any other regulations. These
regulations may change at any time.
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Intended Use
The intended use of your Aipas eBike is to be ridden by one
adult rider (age 18 and up) at an appropriate time and place
for general transportation and/or recreational use. Any other
use is prohibited and may result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
Your bicycle is NOT INTENDED for off-road or mountain bicycle
use, or for any kind of jumping. Some of these bicycles have
suspension features, but these features are designed only to
add comfort, not off-road capabilities.
Riders should be proficient cyclists (ages 18+), riding on paved
surfaces where the tires are always on the ground, on roadways,
or dedicated bicycle-only lanes where permitted by law (not on
pedestrian-use shared lanes or sidewalks). Your bicycle should
not be used to tow another bicycle. For trailer towing, consult this
Owner’s Manual and the trailer owner’s manual for towing
instructions and towing compatibility.
Safety Messages
To prevent serious injury or death:
•Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
•Always ride within your limits and the limits of your Aipas eBike.
•Bicycles are only for use by persons 18 years of age and
above.Riders must have the physical coordination,
reaction, and mental capabilities to control a bicycle and
manage traffic, in addition to managing road conditions and
sudden situations with respect to the laws and instructions
governing bicycle use. Persons with any mental or physical
conditions that may make them susceptible
to injury, impair their physical dexterity or mental capabilities
to recognize, understand, and follow safety instructions—or
understand the hazards inherent to its use—should not use
or be permitted to use products inappropriate for the ir
abilities.
WARNING!
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•Never ride under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
•Consult a doctor before using the bicycle if you have any
medical condition or issue that affects your ability to safely
perform physical activities, or if you:
。are or may be pregnant;
。have heart, respiratory, back, joint, or other
orthopedic conditions;
。have high blood pressure;
。have difficulty with physical exercise; or
。have been instructed to restrict physical activity.
•Always keep small parts away from children. Some eBike
accessories may present a choking hazard to small children.
•Never modify your frame or bicycle in any way. Do not sand,
drill, file, or remove parts from your bicycle. Do not install
incompatible components or hardware.
•Always use proper lifting techniques to prevent injury. Your
eBike may be significantly heavier than a bicycle without a
battery pack and a motor.
•Take responsibility for your own SAFETY. If you have any
questions or do not understand any aspect of using or
maintaining your bicycle, contact Aipas eBikes at contact
[e-mail] or call [phone].
Riding at Night
Riding at night comes with more risks than riding during the
day due to decreased visibility; riders are encouraged to
exercise increased caution in
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nighttime conditions.
•Turn lights ON for safety. For increased visibility, ensure that
the front headlight and rear taillight are turned ON and adjusted
such that other people on the road can see them clearly. Also
check your front and rear wheel reflectors.
Riders should wear reflective clothing at night. You may want
to attach additional flashing lights to your clothing or
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helmet.
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Helmets
•Always wear a helmet. Wearing a helmet properly may reduce
the risk of a severe head injury. When riding, always wear a
helmet that meets or exceeds the standards of the Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Check the manual that
comes with your helmet.
•Ensure your helmet fits your head and is properly secured. If
you attach a child’s seat to the bicycle, the child must wear a
properly fitted helmet at all times.
•Read your helmet manual to make sure it is adjusted
properly according to the fitting instructions provided by the
helmet manufacturer.
•A proper-fitting helmet should be comfortable and should
neither rock forward/backward nor side to side.
Follow eBike Regulations On and Off the Road
•Be aware of eBike regulations in your area. Generally, the
regulations for the use of an electric bicycle are the same
as those for a standard bicycle. However, there may be local
differences such as where you can ride, minimum rider age, or
required equipment and license and registration regulations. It
is your responsibility to know the local regulations that apply to
an electric bicycle and to obey them.
Ride at Your Own Risk and Use Common Sense
•Always keep both hands on the handlebar grips and the
brake levers so they are within reach while riding.
•Do not ride distracted. Always remain alert to all riding
conditions. Using the Display or other technology (including your
mobile phone or music player) could distract you from riding.
Only adjust the Display when stationary and in a safe start-up
position.
•Never use headphones or a cellphone to talk or text when riding.
•Always ride defensively. Watch out for potential obstacles that
could force you to swerve suddenly or lose control. Braking
while steering may reduce your ability to control your bicycle.
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•Stop pedaling well before approaching corners to avoid
entering a corner too quickly. You should also pay particular
attention to terrain conditions as you may approach obstacles
faster than expected.
•Look ahead and brake sooner. You may be moving faster on
your eBike, and it may be heavier compared to a bicycle, which
means you may need to react and brake sooner when riding. Other
road users may not expect you to be traveling at higher speeds.
Riding faster may increase your risk of a crash.
Riding in Wet Conditions
Use caution when riding in wet conditions as it will take longer
to brake and to stop. Your tires may slip when turning. Ris k of
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a crash is dramatically increased in wet conditions.
• Your electric bicycle can withstand light rain and small
splashes, but it is not designed to be subjected to inclement
weather, extremely heavy showers, or submersion in water. The
electric bike’s components have an IP rating of 65. Water
damage is not covered under the warranty.
Cargo and Electric Bike Safety
Cargo bikes handle differently than non-cargo bikes. Weight
distribution is most important for a safer experience on cargo
bikes. The payload is the total weight being carried on a cargo
bike and should be distributed across the cargo bike. When
carrying cargo that is not a passenger, it is best to position wei ght
as low on the bike as possible is best for handling. Also, utilizing
the front rack for some weight will help balance out large loads in
the rear of the bike and improve handling. The A6 has weight
carrying capabilities on the rear rack and front head tube rack
mount.
NEVER exceed the maximum total weight limit of 480 lbs (217
kg). The rear rack can hold a maximum of 300 lbs (136 kg). The
front rack can hold a maximum of 35 lbs (15 kg ). And, the rider
maximum weight is 445 lbs (202 kg).
See acceptable examples of weight distribut ion below.
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10 lbs
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Pre-Ride Safety Checklist
Aipas eBikes recommends going through each item on the pre-
ride safety checklist before and after each ride. Spending time
to make sure all of the bike’s components are in good working
order before a ride is a crucial step along the way to a safe
and fun ride.
This checklist is not intended to function as a detailed service
manual. Be sure to read your entire owner’s manual before riding
or repairing your bike. If you do not have the expertise required to
perform any of these checks, Aipas eBikes recommends having
your local bike shop mechanic perform a detailed safety check
of your bike in regular intervals. Ensure your local mechanic is
experienced and reputable.
口Before each ride, inspect your eBike for
damage. If damage is found, do not ride.
□Verify that the front and rear axles are secure.
口Check that the front and rear tire pressure is
within the recommended pressure range
printed on the tire sidewall.
口Pull the brake levers to ensure the brakes are
working properly and adjust if necessary.
口Visually inspect the bike for damage or anything
out of the ordinary.
口Turn on the lights, especially if riding at night.
口Make sure all hardware is tightened to the
recommended torque specifications found in
“Tightening Torque” on
page 27 of the owner’s manual.
口Verify that the stem folding latch is securely closed
and locked.
口Making sure adjustable stem is closed and
locked and that all hardware is tightened to torque
spec found in “Tightening Torque” on page 27.
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