Batribike 20 User manual

BATRIBIKE Electric Bicycles are exclusive to:-
Fallowgate Limited
Kellaway House
Marton Road
Sturton-by-Stow
Lincoln
LN1 2AH
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
—————— USER MANUAL Trikes 2011 — ISSUE 3 — ©2011 Fallowgate Limited ——————
BATRIBIKE are
Full Members of
the British Electric
Bicycle Association
A BRITISH
COMPANY
®
Owner
Manual

MODEL:-
SERIAL NUMBER:-
PURCHASE DATE:-
DAY MONTH YEAR
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IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL FULLY
PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY AND USE
For your safety and to ensure a long and trouble free life of your Batribike
tricycle, check the operation of brakes, lights, bell and gears,
and check tyre pressures are correct.
Also check all fasteners, including quick release mechanisms,
before every ride.
DEALER STAMP
Technical Specification
Frame Material
Steel Power
Delivery
Pedal or Twist Grip Load
Carrying
Large Mesh Basket 40kg Max Loading Front Mesh Basket
Colour Silver Sensor Rotation Sensor Lights Front - LED light requires 3 x
AAA batteries
Weight (inc. all fittings, rack, mud- guards etc)
34.9 kg (76.9 lbs) inc. battery
Range (motor only)
Up to 15 miles Rear – LED light requires 2 x
AA batteries
31.4 kg (69 lbs) battery removed
Range (pedal assist)
Over 20 miles on High
Saddle Height
77 – 88 cm (30.3 – 34.5 inches)
Battery Type
Lithium Note – the min height can be reduced by 5cm (2 in)
by selecting a seat post without suspension from our accessories.
Battery Power
36V 10Ah Gears 3 Speed Nexus Hub Overall
Length
159 cm (62.5 inches)
Battery Life
1000 charge cycles Brakes Powerful Vee Brakes Front and
Internal Band Rear
Overall Height
96—104 cm (37.8—41 inches)
Motor 250W Front hub
Wheels 20”Front
16”TwinatRear
Step-thru Height
23 cm (9 inches)
Speed Up to 15mph Forks Standard Overall
Width
57cm(22.5”)Rear 66cm(26”)Handlebars
Power Sys- tem
Multi mode  Cycle only  Three power level pedal
assist
 Twist grip throttle
Seat Comfort Saddle with suspension
seat post (Ø28.6 mm)
Security Battery locks on to frame with
unique key
Stand N/A
Hand Brakes Fitted
Rider Protection
Mudguards and chain guard fitted as standard
(All distances quoted on flat ground with a 75 kg (12 stone) rider)

Technical Specification
Frame Material
Steel Power
Delivery
Pedal or Twist Grip Load
Carrying
Large Wire Basket 40kg Max Loading Front Mesh Basket
Colour Silver Sensor Rotation Sensor Lights Front - LED light requires 3 x
AAA batteries
Weight (inc. all fittings, rack, mud- guards etc)
38.6 kg (85 lbs) inc. battery
Range (motor only)
Up to 15 miles Rear – LED light requires 2 x
AA batteries
35.1 kg (77.4 lbs) battery removed
Range (pedal assist)
Over 20 miles on High
Saddle Height
82 – 93 cm (32.2 – 36.6 inches)
Battery Type
Lithium Note – the min height can be reduced by 5cm (2 in)
by selecting a seat post without suspension from our accessories.
Battery Power
36V 10Ah Gears 3 Speed Nexus Hub Overall
Length
170 cm (67 inches)
Battery Life
1000 charge cycles Brakes Powerful Vee Brakes Front and
Internal Band Rear
Overall Height
98—106 cm (38.6—41.7 inches)
Motor 250W Front hub
Wheels 20”Front
20”TwinatRear
Step-thru Height
27 cm (10.6 inches)
Speed Up to 15mph Forks Standard Overall
Width
65cm(25.6”)Rear 66cm(26”)Handlebars
Power Sys- tem
Multi mode  Cycle only  Three power level pedal
assist
 Twist grip throttle
Seat Comfort Saddle with
suspension seat post (Ø28.6 mm)
Security Battery locks on to frame with
unique key
Stand N/A
Hand Brakes Fitted
Rider Protection
Mudguards and chain guard fitted as standard
(All distances quoted on flat ground with a 75 kg (12 stone) rider)
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Thank you for purchasing a BATRIBIKE Electric Tricycle
With care and correct usage your tricycle
will give many years of service.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
1 ELECTRIC TRICYCLE
1 BATTERY
1 BATTERY CHARGER with UK Mains Lead
1 MANUAL
Contents
Parts Identification ............................................................. PAGE 4
Battery Charging .............................................................. PAGE 6
Using the Power Assistance .............................................. PAGE 8
Standard Tricycle Functions ............................................... PAGE 14
Maintenance Schedule ....................................................... PAGE 18
Warranty ....................................................................... PAGE 20
Specifications ..................................................................... PAGE 22
Important
PLEASE CHARGE THE BATTERY
BEFORE FIRST USING THE TRICYCLE
Even though the battery indicator will show charge this cannot be
relied upon until the battery has had the initial full charge.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
We continually strive to ensure that we provide you with the best possible products, therefore
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
1 Display 13 Battery 25 Battery Lock
2 Twist Grip Throttle 14 Battery Power Plug 26 Front LED Light
3 Rear Brake Lever 15 Charging Socket 27 Rear LED Light
4 Front Brake Lever 16 Front Hub Motor 28 Rear Mesh Basket
5 Motor Cutout Switch 17 Controller Box 29 Rear Wire Basket
6 Gear Selector 18 3 Speed Nexus Hub Gears 30 Rear Brake
7 Bell 19 FrontTyre20” 31 Front Vee Brake
8 Handlebar Adjustment 20 RearTyres20” 32 Chainwheel
9 Tilt Locking Lever 21 RearTyres16” 33 LED Capacity Meter
10 Hand Brake Lock 22 Assist Level Button 34 Battery Fuse
11 Power Button 23 Chain Guard 35 Front Mesh Basket
12 Front Forks 24 Seat Height Adjuster 36 Charging Socket Cover
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Detail view of
Handlebar
Mounted Display
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In the event of a Warranty claim
 In the event of warranty repairs becoming necessary you should return
your tricycle to your Authorised Batribike Dealer, (where you originally
purchased your Batribike).
 Original defective parts that are sent to the manufacturer for assessment
will be replaced by the same or equal value part.
 Delivery and collection charges are not included. These are borne by the
owner.
 Fallowgate Limited exclusively makes the decision whether or not the war-
ranty applies.
Please consider the environment before disposing of any part of your
Batribike Electric Tricycle.
The Battery Pack contains
Lithium and Special
Consideration should be given to
its safe disposal.
Your Local Authority should have
the necessary facilities in place.
If you prefer you may take your original battery to BATRIBIKE for recycling.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire or subject to puncture or crushing.

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WARRANTY CONDITIONS
The following warranty conditions are in addition to your legal rights.
Requirements for Warranty
As the makers, we guarantee against possible material or construction defects.
Provided the following conditions are satisfied :
 Please retain your receipt as this is your proof of purchase and entitle-
ment to Warranty. The guarantee starts on the date of purchase.
 Warranty is non transferable and applies only to the original owner.
 The Frame of your new BATRIBIKE is guaranteed for 1 year
from date of purchase.
 The Motor and Electronics are guaranteed for 1 year from date of pur-
chase.
 Other main cycle parts have a warranty of 1 year.
 The battery is covered for 1 year.
Exclusions from Warranty
 When the tricycle is used negligently or results in damage due to traffic
accident.
 Damage ascribed to normal wear and tear.
 Poor maintenance, or modifications that no longer complies with regula-
tions or original technical specifications.
 Damage due to external causes.
 The tricycle is put up for hire.
 The battery pack is used incorrectly or tampered with. This also applies
during charging.
 Compensatory costs arising from damages or accidents.
 Costincurredbylossofthetricycle’susage.
Brake blocks/pads, tyres, lights and cables etc. are considered as
consumables and replacements are available from BATRIBIKE or may be ob-
tained from your local cycle shop.
Please take note of the Battery Care information
contained in this manual to ensure your
battery life is maximised,
and to comply with the Warranty Conditions
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Battery Connections
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Detail view from Rear

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CHARGING THE BATTERY
The battery can be charged on or off the trike.
To remove the battery, unplug the battery from the trike,
(Blue Plug)
(To remove the Blue Plug slide the silver locking tab
backwards and rotate the plug anti-clockwise, then pull
out of the socket).
then unlock with one of the two keys provided. Hold
down the plastic clamping tab and slide out the battery from the rear of the
carrier. Insertion is the reverse of the above procedure.
The charging lead is plugged in to the charging socket located behind the slide cover on
the battery.
Unplug the
battery from
the trike (Blue
Plug) before
charging, then
plug in the
charging lead.
Powe Charge
USE ONLY THE CHARGER SUPPLIED
WARNING
Ensure that charging socket
cover is CLOSED before
removing or inserting battery.
Failure to do so will result in
breakage of the cover.
IMPORTANT
It is important to plug the charger into the
battery before switching on at the mains.
Similarly, switch off at the mains before
unplugging the charger from the battery.
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After 3,000 miles (5,000 km) (or YEARLY)
 Hub motor and general inspection
We recommend you arrange to have a thorough inspection of your
bicycle by a BATRIBIKE dealer. This includes opening up the hub
motor to inspect and lubricate the gears.
Tyre Pressures
The tyres should be pumped up to within the range stated on the sidewall. This
should be regularly checked as running with the correct pressures will ensure
maximum range from the battery.
Repairing a punctured tyre
If you have a punctured tyre, we recommend that you get a specialist to carry
out the repairs. You can always of course consult a specialist and carry out the
repairs on your own if you are confident that you have the necessary skills.
As there are no electronic components on the rear wheels, their removal follows
standard procedures as with normal bicycles.
Removing the Front Wheel
If you need to remove the front wheel, for
example, to replace the front tyre, then the
motor can be unplugged to aid disassembly.
The plug is located on the left front fork as
shown, (Left).
Remember to ensure that the cable is suitably
secured to the tricycle fork upon re-assembly.
Be mindful of the tightening assembly sequence
of washers, nuts and spacers.
Battery Fuse
If the battery will not operate or charge correctly, firstly check the battery fuse
(rated 30A) located on the side of the battery beneath the screw cover. Use a
large flat bladed screwdriver or a small coin to remove the cover.
MOTOR PLUG

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MAINTAINANCE SCHEDULE
Maintainingyourtricycleensuresyou’llgetthemostoutofeveryrideandoutof
theentirelifeofyourBATRIBIKEelectrictrike.Howmuchofyourtrike’s
maintenance you can do yourself will depend on your knowledge, skill,
experience and whether you have the necessary tools for the job.
Beyond this manual, it is good to consult your BATRIBIKE dealer for advice if
you are at all unsure about any of the procedures described. Normal
maintenance is not covered under the warranty and this service may be
chargeable.
Before every ride
 Mechanical safety checks, use a fully charged battery, visual inspection
for damages.
After every ride (or WEEKLY)
 Clean the trike, including chain rings and sprocket. Clean and lightly oil
the chain and gears.
 This must be carried out after every ride in dusty, marine or winter
conditions due to the salt laden atmosphere.
Every 20 - 30 hours of riding (or MONTHLY)
 Squeeze the brakes and rock the trike to check for any looseness of the
headset or brake mechanisms with each forward of backward movement.
If any are loose, have your dealer check it.
 Lift the front wheel and turn handlebars left and right to check for tightness
of steering. If tightness is detected it may be necessary to lubricate
bearings and/or adjust the headset.
 Check and adjust the brakes, replace if worn out.
 Squeeze spokes in adjoining pairs between your thumb and index finger.
They all should have the same tension. Have your dealer re-spoke or true
the wheel if necessary.
 Check cables for rust, kinks and fraying, have your dealer replace them if
necessary.
 Check bottom bracket for play and adjust if necessary.
 Check wheel bearings for play and adjust/lubricate if necessary
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Plug the charger into the mains socket and switch on at the wall outlet. The lights on the
charger will illuminate after a few seconds.
The RED light indicates that mains power is applied. The other light
will show ORANGE whilst charging is taking place. This may take
up to six hours for a flat battery.
When the battery is charged the ORANGE light will change to
GREEN.
Once charged, switch off at the wall outlet and unplug. Unplug the charging lead from the
battery and slide the cover back over the charging socket.
NOTE: If the battery is charged and the charger left switched
on for an extended period the charger will enter a low power
state, indicated by both the RED and ORANGE/GREEN LEDs
flashing slowly. Switch off and unplug as above.
Alternative Charger Type
An alternative type of charger may be supplied with one light instead of the two described
above. In this case the light is RED when Charging, and GREEN when the charge cycle
is complete.
The battery does not have to be completely discharged before it is recharged. The
Lithiumbatteryhasno‘memory’andthereforecanbechargedatanytime.Itisperfectly
acceptable to recharge the battery after a short ride so that the battery is fully charged
before the next ride.
If your BATRIBIKE is not in use for an extended period it
is imperative that you charge the battery before storage
and then charge the battery once a month to prevent
deterioration.
When not in use, store the battery in a warm, dry place.
If Lithium batteries are left flat for
an extended period then they may
no longer be functional and a new
replacement will be required.
With correct User Care as outlined above your battery should have a
lifetime of around 1000 charges.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THIS PROCEDURE WILL
INVALIDATE YOUR
BATTERY WARRANTY
CHARGING IN
PROGRESS
CHARGE
COMPLETE
Power Charger
CHARGE
Power Charger
Power Charger

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Usage
Your BATRIBIKE Electric Tricycle can be used as a normal pedal tricycle by
simply not switching on the battery.
ELECTRIC TRICYCLE FUNCTIONS
Switching On
To use under electric power, plug in at the socket located on the battery beneath
the rear of the seat.
Then press the ON/OFF button on the handlebar LCD display.
Initial Display
All the lights on the display will initially come on in sequence and then
momentarily go out. The lights will then display power assistance level and
power remaining in the battery.
The assistance level will be set at
LOW when the bike is first turned on.
The power to the throttle will also be
on.
Switching Off
To turn off the Display and the power to the trike, press the
ON/OFF button, the lights will turn off.
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
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Tyre Pressures
The tyres should be pumped up to within the range stated on the sidewall.
This should be regularly checked as running with the correct pressures
will ensure maximum range from the battery.
Seat Height Adjustment
Rotate the locking bar (located below the seat)
anti clockwise to release the seat post. The seat
height can then be adjusted. Rotate the locking
bar clockwise to secure the seat post.
Adjusting the Handlebars
The handlebars can be adjusted for height and
angle to suit the rider. Hex keys, (not supplied), will be required to carry
out these adjustments.
Note the marking on the seat post and handlebars that indicates the
minimum insertion. Do not use the Trike with the markings showing.
Carrying Capacity
The Batribike Trikes are fitted with useful load carrying baskets front and rear.
Please note the maximum load for the rear basket is 40kg and the maximum
combined weight for Rider and load is 130kg.
All other operation of your BATRIBIKE Electric Trike is
as per a normal pedal cycle.

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Lights
Lights are provided on your BATRIBIKE Tricycle. These are power efficient
LED units which achieve a long life on each set of
batteries.
SAFETY FEATURE - The power for the
front and rear lights is kept separate from the
main power supply so that in the event that
the battery is exhausted you will still have
lights for safety.
The front light is powered by 3 AAA size batteries
and is switched on by the black push button switch
at the rear of the unit.
To replace the batteries simply twist the lens anti-clockwise and pull free.
There is a small warning light on top of the front lamp unit. This lights to show
that the batteries are getting low and should be replaced.
The rear light requires 2 AA batteries. You will require a small Philips
screwdriver to take off the red lens for battery replacement. It is switched on and
off by the small red push button switch on the underside of the unit.
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If the power is left on for an extended period and the trike is not used, then the
power will automatically be turned off.
Battery Meter
The LED shows the charge remaining in the
battery in the upper right of the display. The
indicators will gradually go out as the battery
power is used up. Refer to the table below for
details.
BATTERY METER DISPLAYS THE CHARGE REMAINING IN THE BATTERY
SYMBOL
DISPLAYED
CHARGE
REMAINING
SYMBOL
DISPLAYED
CHARGE
REMAINING
50-100% 10-30%
30-50% 0-10%
BATTERY IS EXHAUSTED AND
SHOULD BE RECHARGED AS SOON
AS POSSIBLE
Capacity indicator Capacity indicator
Capacity indicator
Capacity indicator
Capacity indicator

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Pedal Assistance
There are 3 levels of pedal assistance from the motor. Using the
assist button you can select from L (low) M (medium) and H (high).
Pressing the button will scroll through the levels, pressing the assist button when
in H (high) mode will return to L (low) assist.
The motor will then be activated upon pedalling. There is a rotation sensor
located near the crank which senses when the pedals are being used.
The speed and power will vary as the level is changed. Refer to the table below
PEDAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE MOTOR
LEVEL PERFORMANCE * EXAMPLE OF USAGE
HIGH 20+ Miles
13-15 MPH Provides maximum power when
negotiating hills and head winds.
Great when needing to simply get from
A to B as fast as possible.
MEDIUM Range Not Tested Normal Use Mode.
These are the levels to use for everyday
cycling. Gives good performance whilst
maximising usable range per charge.
Best for everyday use.
LOW Range Not Tested Use these lower power levels when
negotiating busy cycle paths and
crowded areas. Also use when setting off
and gradually increase through the levels
for a smoother performance.
Ideal for negotiating obstacles.
* Please remember that the above values are provided as a guide. Due to manufacturing tolerances
the speeds and distances may vary.
Weather and terrain will affect the performance. In hilly areas or when the trike is heavily loaded
there will be a significant increase in power used from the battery and hence the range will decrease
accordingly. A lightly loaded trike will achieve higher performance levels.
(These results were obtained by test riders in optimal conditions—75kg rider, level ground, no wind).
L M H
ASSIST
L M H
ASSIST
L M H
ASSIST
ASSIST
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Tilting Mechanism
The Batribike Trikes are fitted with a tilting mechanism which aids the rider to
corner more easily. Using the tilting facility also allows for greater stability when
cornering, reducing the risk of lifting a rear wheel.
The lever to release the tilt lock is located on the
handlebars
To release the tilt lock pull the lever towards you.
To lock the tilting mechanism push the lever in
the opposite direction, (away from the rider).
If the lever is stiff to pull gently rock the
handlebars from side to side.
It is recommended that the tilt is released after getting on the Trike and that it is
locked before getting off.

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STANDARD BICYCLE FUNCTIONS
Gears—3 Speed Nexus Hub (where fitted)
Gear number 1 is low and makes it
easier to pedal (for hills and rough
terrain).
Gear number 3 is high and helps you
to go faster (for use on level ground).
To change gear use the selector
mounted on the left handlebar. Twist
the inner portion of the handlebar
grip to change up or down through the gears. The gear number is displayed in a
small window as shown above.
Braking
To stop, release the throttle and pull the brake levers.
Parking Brake
The Trike 16 and the Trike 20 are both fitted with
parking brakes. This allows the rider to leave the
Trike with confidence, knowing that it will not roll away.
To operate the parking brake, pull the brake lever
towards the handlebar and click the small parking
brake lever into position. This will retain the brake lever
close to the handlebars and keep the brake
on. Both brake levers have the parking brake
facility.
Note:-
It is recommended to use the parking brake
facility on both brakes when parking the Trike.
It is recommended to leave the parking brakes
off when storing the Trike.
Parking Brake OFF
Parking Brake ON
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No Assistance—Normal Pedal Tricycle
If you plug in the battery but do not press the power button on the display your
Batribike Trike will now act and feel like a normal cycle. This is useful when you
are feeling fit at the start of a journey or using your trike for exercise purposes.
Power is still only a button press away.

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Using the Twist Grip Throttle—Country Specific
The throttle is available all the time the power is switched on at the handlebar
display.
The throttle can be used whilst pedalling in any of the assist modes to give extra
help as required.
The throttle is not limited by the assistance level selected and is available to give
up to maximum power at all times.
Use the throttle control gently. A small twist will apply a small amount of power.
Twisting more will increase the power until the control is fully rotated when full
motor power will be applied.
Throttle assistance can also be used without pedalling.
A handy way of using the throttle is to pull away from junctions, or when starting
on inclines as the rider will pull away easier and is less likely to wobble. It can
also be useful when used to pull out and overtake slower cyclists smoothly and
quickly.
Care should be taken not to twist the throttle when mounting/dismounting the
bicycle. It is good practice to turn off the power before getting off or on the trike
also to hold one or both of the brakes to maintain stability. Holding the brake
cuts the power to the throttle and will stop the bike moving if the throttle is
accidentally twisted.
It is not advisable to twist the throttle and then release the brake as this will
cause a power surge which may cause damage to the tricycle and/or risk of
personal injury.
Using the throttle at maximum level at all times will use more battery power than
when using it with discretion.
PLEASE NOTE:
The throttle control is not fitted for some countries due to legal restrictions.
Please refer to your dealer for help and advice.
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BS EN15194 Compliance
The BATRIBIKE Trike conforms to BS EN15194.
For the British market, the addition of a twist grip throttle has rendered this not
compliant in some countries.
 You are recommended to seek advice from the relevant authorities in the
country you are visiting before travelling.