ARCC BROMPTON User manual
USER GUIDE
BROMPTON
www.arccbikes.com
01223 893 290
ARCC Innovations Ltd
Pampisford Road
Great Abington
Cambridge
CB21 6AH
Commuting made easier ............................................................................................. 3
Safety..................................................................................................................................... 4
Warning................................................................................................................................. 6
Component names......................................................................................................... 7
Washing and cleaning your bike............................................................................... 9
Front wheel removal.................................................................................................... 11
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Bag adapter removal................................................................................................... 19
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Bottom bracket.............................................................................................................. 25
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Using the e........................................................................................................... 28
e ........................................................................................... 29
Technology, meet simplicity.................................................................................... 30
Unboxing the e................................................................................................... 31
Checking and charging the battery..................................................................... 32
Docking the battery..................................................................................................... 33
Removing the battery ................................................................................................. 34
Switching on the e.......................................................... 35
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LED indicators................................................................................................................ 38
Using the e ................................................................................................. 39
Using the Bluetooth controller............................................................................... 43
Trouble shooting guide.............................................................................................. 45
Declaration of conformity......................................................................................... 47
Warranty............................................................................................................................ 48
Warranty terms and conditions ............................................................................. 49
Contact us........................................................................................................................ 52
About ARCC .................................................................................................................... 53
Contents
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Complete with the ARCC e
System, the iconic British manufactured Brompton
The ARCC Intelligent Drive System has been designed
by ARCC Innovations to provide unique intelligent bike
power.
The system combines variable power levels with
automatic hill/gradient compensation and launch
control. This allows commuting cyclists to choose the
automatically compensates for hills and gradients, and
provides ‘launch control’, for safety when moving away
The Brompton equipped with the ARCC epod
Intelligent Drive System is ideal for commuting or fast
everywhere you go.
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Commuting
made easier
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Safety
Introduction
Before using your ARCC bike please read this manual,
noting the sections on safety in particular. While this
manual is intended as a guide to the bicycle, it is not a
comprehensive guide to cycling or bicycle maintenance.
If you carry out any adjustments or maintenance work
yourself, please read the relevant sections of this manual
order to avoid damaging your bike.
This manual contains some tips and advice for using your
ARCC bike but if you are ever unsure of how to maintain
your bike, please contact the retailer where you made your
purchase or call ARCC for expert advice.
Intended use
carrying a maximum load not exceeding 120kg (rider and
luggage weight included).
The bike is not intended for drops of more than 100mm,
lead to failure of some components and void your ARCC
warranty.
Specication
15194. For electric bikes, the motor assistance is limited
to a maximum continuous power rating of 0.25 kW (250
W) and a maximum speed of 25km/h, (15.5mph). The
is less than 70dB(A).
For your safety
Before riding your ARCC bike please consider the following:
• Take the time to familiarise yourself with the operation
hazards, before riding your bike on open roads.
• We recommend the use of an approved cycling helmet.
• Read and follow the national legal requirements of
the country where you are riding, and comply with all
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Safety
• Check brakes, tyres and steering regularly.
• Keep brakes and gears properly adjusted and operating cables in good condition.
•
ensure to brake sooner.
• Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
•
lever operates the front brake, but this varies from country to country.
•
lights; check that your lights comply with local laws.
• Ensure that the seat post clamp is secured and the saddle is at the correct height.
• Ensure you do not drop the battery as it could cause damage to the battery itself.
•
• Ensure the battery is properly secured before using the bike.
• Read and follow the national legal requirements of the country where you are riding in
relation to cycling, bicycles, and electric assist bicycles, and comply with all applicable
• Do not use the bike if there is any problem with the e
Organise for the bike to be taken to ARCC Bikes or to the retailer from which you
purchased your bike, for inspection.
Initial service
technician at your local bike shop.
General services
technician to ensure that it is as safe to ride as possible.
Routine replacements
Routine replacements are advised to ensure both safety and good performance. The
suggested intervals between replacements are for bicycles subjected to normal use; the
most appropriate timing depends on the conditions of use and riding style. We recommend
• Brakes cables
performance of your bicycle.
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of a component has been exceeded, it may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any
form of crack, severe scratches or change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the
life of the component has been reached and it should be replaced.
You should stop using the bike immediately and have the bike inspected by a bicycle technician if it
has been subject to a crash or impact. Damaged components should be replaced before the bike
is ridden again.
Note:
Please call us for expert advice if you are uncertain on any of the above.
Warning
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Seat post
Rear wheel
Seat post
clamp
Saddle
Torque sensor
Component names
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Bosch rechargeable
battery
ARCC e
Brake
switches
Pedal
Front wheel
Handlebars
Frame
Bluetooth
controller
compliant for
phone charging
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Washing and cleaning
your bike
do
not use a jet wash or high pressure hose to clean the
bike, e
removing the grease and/or damaging any electronics,
causing premature failure. You should hand wash only
with a suitable bike cleaner or warm soapy water and a
damp cloth.
been designed for use in all weathers, the electrical
components of the bicycle such as the motor,
submerged in water.
Battery and charger
See the accompanying Bosch battery and charger
manuals for recommendations on cleaning.
The charger must be unplugged from the mains outlet
socket before cleaning.
Bike frame and components
The battery should be removed before cleaning the
bike frame and its components.
bike.
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Fig.1
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Front wheel removal
1. Locate the motor electrical connector on the bicycle forks. Pull the cable gently
to remove it from the cable clips. Hold each side of the connector and pull apart in
a straight line, taking special care not to twist the connectors.
2. Undo the cable clamp nut on the brake calliper to release the brakes fully. This
will give clearance for the tyre to pass through the brake pads.
connector
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3. Undo the wheel nuts and remove them along with the washers and fork
mudguard bracket from one side of the forks. Then remove the wheel from the
forks.
nuts and washers.
4. Remove the wheel from the forks.
washer is only
featured on
some motors
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1. Insert the wheel into the forks ensuring the drive washer is located on the motor axle, on
supports, washers and wheel nuts to both sides (see above). The front mudguard bracket
Brompton Owners Guide.
drive washer is
orientated with
the drive dog at
the bottom facing
outwards.
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3. Reconnect the motor electrical connector. Ensure the arrows on each
care not twist the connectors. When pushed fully home, the line above the arrow
should be in line with the upper connector as demonstrated above.
electrical
connector
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2. Using a pair of scissors or cutters, cut along in a straight line to make a slit/hole
(approx 10mm long) in the rear of the pocket on the bottom right hand side.
1. Detach and lift the Velcro strap on the left hand side of the
bag to reveal the underside of the pocket.
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3. Take the bag adaptor and slide it
into the bag frame plastic moulding.
frame moulding until you hear a ‘click’
indicating that it is locked into position.
5. Pass the bag adaptor cable and
connector behind the bag frame.
6. Pass the bag adaptor connector
through the previously cut slit/hole of
the bag pocket.
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for connection.
8. Pull the bag pocket back to reveal
the bag adaptor connector. Push
the two connector halves together
ensuring the arrows are aligned to
each other.
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Bag adapter removal
3. Press the bag down to reveal the
bag adaptor latch.
1. Pull the bag pocket back to reveal
the bag adaptor connector. Pull the
two connector halves apart.
hold.
2. Pull back the two Velcro straps on the
underside of the bag.
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