Bulls E-Stream Evo 45 AM G 18 Operating and maintenance manual

Maintenance and operating instructions EN
G18
34-03141 • 1.0 • 11.06.2018
E-Stream EVO 45 AM
S pedelec
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP SAFE FOR LATER REFERENCE
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Distribution or reproduction of these operating instructions
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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 About these instructions 6
1.1 Manufacturer 6
1.2 Laws, standards and directives 7
1.3 Other valid documents 7
1.4 Subject to change 7
1.5 Identifying 8
1.5.1 Operating instructions 8
1.5.2 Vehicle 8
1.6 For your safety 9
1.6.1 Instruction, training and customer service 9
1.6.2 Basic safety notes 10
1.6.3 Warnings 10
1.6.4 Safety markings 11
1.7 For your information 11
1.7.1 Instructions for actions 11
1.7.2 Information on the type plate 11
1.7.3 Language conventions 12
1.8 Nameplate 14
2 Safety 15
2.1 Requirements for the rider 15
2.2 Personal protective equipment 15
2.3 Hazards for vulnerable groups 15
2.4 Duty of care 15
2.4.1 Rider 15
2.4.2 User 16
2.5 Proper use 17
2.6 Improper use 18
3 Description 19
3.1 Overview 19
3.2 Handlebars 20
3.3 Wheel and fork 21
3.3.1 Valve 21
3.3.2 Suspension 22
3.3.2.1 Fork structure 24
3.3.2.2 Rear frame damper structure 25
3.4 Brake system 26
3.5 Electric drive system 27
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3.5.1 Headlight 29
3.5.2 Horn 29
3.5.3 Display 30
3.5.3.1 USB port 31
3.5.3.2 Screen displays 31
3.5.4 Command console 34
3.5.5 Rear and brake light 35
3.5.6 Battery 35
3.5.6.1 Operating and charge status indicator 36
4 Technical data 37
4.1 Vehicle 37
4.2 Battery 37
4.3 Display 38
4.4 Emissions 38
4.5 USB port 38
4.6 Fork 39
4.7 Brake 41
4.8 Tyres 42
4.9 Headlight 42
4.10 Tightening torque 43
5 Transportation, storage and assembly 46
5.1 Transportation 46
5.1.1 Using the transport securing system 48
5.2 Storing 48
5.2.1 Break in operation 49
5.2.1.1 Preparing a break in operation 50
5.2.1.2 Carrying out break in operation 50
5.3 Assembly 51
5.3.1 Unpacking 52
5.3.2 Scope of delivery 52
5.3.3 Commissioning 53
5.3.3.1 Initial commissioning check list 54
5.3.3.2 Checking the battery 55
5.3.3.3 Sell vehicle 55
6 Adjust vehicle to rider 56
6.1 Saddle 56
6.1.1 Determining the seat height 56
6.1.2 Clamping the seat post 57
6.1.3 Adjusting the sitting position and saddle tilt 58
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6.2 Setting the handlebars 58
6.3 Brake lever 59
6.3.1 Adjusting the pressure point 59
6.3.2 Setting grip distance 60
6.4 Suspension and damping 61
6.4.1 Adjusting the suspension 61
6.4.1.1 Front wheel 62
6.4.1.2 Rear wheel 65
6.4.2 Setting the rebound damper 67
6.4.2.1 Front wheel 68
6.4.3 Setting the compression damper 70
6.4.3.1 Front wheel 70
6.4.3.2 Rear wheel 71
6.5 Retracting brake linings 71
7 Operation 72
7.1 Before each ride 74
7.1.1 Check list before each ride 75
7.2 Using the kickstand 76
7.2.1 Raising the kickstand 76
7.2.2 Parking the vehicle 76
7.3 Battery 77
7.3.1 Removing the battery 79
7.3.2 Inserting the battery 79
7.3.3 Charging the battery 80
7.3.4 Waking the battery 82
7.4 Electric drive system 83
7.4.1 Switching on the electric drive system 83
7.4.2 Switching off the electric drive system 83
7.5 Command console with display 84
7.5.1 Display 84
7.5.1.1 Removing the display 84
7.5.1.2 Attaching the display 84
7.5.2 Using the USB port 85
7.5.3 Using the push assist 85
7.5.4 Selecting the level of assistance 86
7.5.5 Switching journey information 86
7.5.6 Changing the system information 87
7.6 Gear shift 88
7.6.1 Using the gear shift 88
7.7 Brakes 89
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7.7.1 Braking 90
7.8 Horn 90
7.8.1 Sounding the horn 90
7.9 Suspension and damping 91
7.9.1 Fork 91
7.9.1.1 Locking the fork lock 91
7.9.1.2 Opening the fork lock 92
7.10 Rear frame damper 92
7.10.1 Activating the threshold setting 92
7.10.2 Activating the lock setting 92
7.1.1 Wheel 94
7.1.1 Closing the quick release 95
8 Maintenance 97
8.1 Cleaning and servicing 99
8.1.1 After every ride 99
8.1.1.1 Cleaning the fork 99
8.1.1.2 Cleaning the pedals 99
8.1.2 Basic cleaning 100
8.1.2.1 Cleaning the frame 101
8.1.2.2 Clean rear frame damper 101
8.1.2.3 Cleaning the wheel 101
8.1.2.4 Cleaning the drive elements 101
8.1.2.5 Cleaning the chain 102
8.1.2.6 Cleaning the battery 102
8.1.2.7 Cleaning the brake 103
8.1.2.8 Cleaning the display 103
8.1.3 Servicing 104
8.1.3.1 Servicing the frame 104
8.1.3.2 Servicing the fork 104
8.1.3.3 Servicing the drive elements 104
8.1.3.4 Servicing the pedal 104
8.1.3.5 Servicing the chain 104
8.1.3.6 Servicing the drive elements 104
8.2 Maintenance 105
8.2.1 Checking the wheel 105
8.2.1.1 Checking tyre pressure 105
8.2.1.2 Checking the tyres 105
8.2.1.3 Checking the rims 106
8.2.2 Checking the brake system 106
8.2.2.1 Checking for damage 106
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8.2.2.2 Checking the brake linings for wear 106
8.2.2.3 Checking the pressure point 107
8.2.2.4 Checking the brake discs for wear 107
8.2.3 Checking the electrical cables and brake cables 107
8.2.4 Checking the gear shift 107
8.2.5 Checking the chain tension 108
8.2.6 Checking the handlebar grip position 108
8.2.7 Checking the USB port cover 109
8.3 Service 110
8.4 Adjusting and repairing 111
8.4.1 Use original parts and lubricants only 111
8.4.2 Rear frame damper 112
8.4.3 Fork 114
8.4.4 Wheel quick release 115
8.4.4.1 Setting the clamping force 115
8.4.5 Brake 116
8.4.6 Lighting 117
8.4.6.1 Replacing the lighting 117
8.4.6.2 Setting the headlight 117
8.4.7 Tyre 117
8.4.7.1 Adjust tyre pressure 117
8.4.7.2 Puncture and protect tyre 118
8.4.8 Repair by the specialist dealer 119
8.4.9 System messages 120
8.4.9.1 First aid 121
8.4.9.2 Specific error eradication 121
8.4.10 First aid 122
8.4.10.1 Electrical drive system does not start 122
8.5 Accessories 124
9 Recycling and disposal 125
10 Appendix 127
10.1 Parts and repair list 127
10.2 Table of figures 130
10.3 List of tables 132
10.4 Index 133
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About these instructions
1 About these instructions
Read these operating instructions before
commissioning the vehicle to ensure you use all the
functions correctly and safely. They are not a
substitute for personal training by the supplying ZEG
specialist dealer. The operating instructions are an
integral part of the vehicle. Therefore, if it is re-sold at
a later time, they must be handed over to the
subsequent owner.
These operating instructions are mainly intended for
the rider and user of the vehicle, who tend to be non-
professionals.
Staff at all ZEG specialist dealers have specialist
training and qualifications. They are thus capable of
identifying risks and preventing hazards which may
arise during maintenance, servicing and repairs on the
vehicle. Information for specialist staff does not
require non-professionals to take any action.
1.1 Manufacturer
The vehicle manufacturer is:
ZEG Zweirad-Einkaufs-Genossenschaft eG
Longericher Strasse 2
50739 Köln, Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.zeg.de
Text passages which are expressly intended for
specialist staff (e.g. bicycle mechanics) are clearly
marked with a tool symbol.
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About these instructions
1.2 Laws, standards and directives
These operating instructions comply with the essential
requirements from:
• EC Directive No. 168/2013
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU,
• EN 82079-1:2012, Preparation of instructions for
use – Structuring, content and presentation – Part 1:
General principles and detailed requirements,
• EN ISO 17100:2016-05, Translation Services –
Requirements for translation service.
1.3 Other valid documents
These operating instructions are only complete in
conjunction with the other applicable documents. The
following document applies for this product:
• Charger operating instructions and
• assembly and repair instructions.
No other information is also applicable. The constantly
updated lists of approved accessories and parts are
available to ZEG specialist dealers.
1.4 Subject to change
The information contained in these operating
instructions are the approved technical specifications
at the time of printing. Any significant changes will be
included in a new version of the operating instructions.
You will find any changes to these operating
instructions at:
www.bulls.de/service/downloads
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About these instructions
1.5 Identifying
1.5.1 Operating instructions
The identification number of these operating
instructions is made up of the document number, the
version number and the release date. It can be found
on the cover page and in the footer.
1.5.2 Vehicle
These BULLS operating instructions refer to the model
year 2018. They were issued in April 2018. The
production period is from April to December 2018.
The operating instructions are an integral part of the S
pedelec.
Identification number 34-03141_1.0_11.06.2018
Table 1: Identification number of the operating instructions
Type number Model
G 18 E-Stream Evo 45 AM
Table 2: Type number and model categorisation
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