Centurion VARIO Quick guide

ATTENTION!
Read at lea pages 1–12 before your fir ride!
Peorm the functional check on pages 13–15 before every ride! Observe the chapter “Intended use”
and the bike card!
TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CENTURION VARIO
DIN 79010 “CYCLES  TRANSPORTATION BIKES AND CARGO BIKES”
DIN EN 15194 “CYCLES  ELECTRICALLY POWER ASSISTED CYCLES  EPAC BICYCLES”
MACHINERY DIRECTIVE 2006/42/EC

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II
III
IV
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2
3
4
6
5
Handlebars
Brake lever
Stem
Headset
Front pannier
rack
Front headlamp
Valve
Front brake
Brake disc/rotor
Wheel:
Quick-release/
thru axle
Spoke
Rim
Reflector ring
Tyre
Hub
Saddle
Telescopic seat po
Seat po clamp
Seat po clamp
at seat tube
Backre pad
Transpo bar
Seat bench
Rear pannier rack
Rear light
Spoke guard
Mudguard
Cassette sprockets
Foot re
Brake disc/rotor
Rear derailleur
Chain
Double leg kickand
with chain guide
Crank
aMotor/drive unit
bRechargeable battery
cDisplay and
control unit
Suspension fork:
IFork crown
II Stanchion tube
III Lower leg
IV Dropout
Frame:
1Top tube
2Down tube
3Seat tube
4Rear ay
5Chainay
6Head tube

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Pay particular attention to the following
symbols:
WARNING
This symbol indicates a hazardous situation which could result
in death or serious injury – if the relevant operational instruc-
tions are not followed or if the relevant protective measures are
not taken.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates a hazardous situation which could result
in minor or moderate injury – if the relevant operational instruc-
tions are not followed or if the relevant protective measures are
not taken.
NOTICE
This symbol is used to address practices not related to physical
injury – which may, however, result in damage to property and
the environment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 This symbol indicates specic safety-related instructions or
procedures about how to handle the product or refers to a sec-
tion in the original operating instructions that deserve your par-
ticular attention.
The described possible consequences will not be repeated in these
original CENTURION operating instructions every time one of the sym-
bols appears.
This is the translation of the original CENTURION operating instructions.
For the sake of better legibility, the short form original CENTURION op-
erating instructions is used throughout the following text.
Original CENTURION operating
instructions
The CENTURION VARIO transportation bike is the subject of these
original CENTURION operating instructions.
These original CENTURION operating instructions are supplementa-
ry instructions as to the characteristics of transportation bikes. They
form a system together with the original CENTURION operating in-
structions for EPAC bicycles and the system instructions of the drive
system manufacturer BOSCH that you received together with your
CENTURION VARIO transportation bike.
– These original CENTURION operating instructions describe the
special features of handling your transportation bike VARIO.
– The original CENTURION operating instructions for EPAC/
EAPC bicycles provide extensive information on how to operate
your electric bike and a lot of interesting facts about technology,
maintenance and care.
– The system instructions of the drive system manufacturer
BOSCH provides you with further details on the drive system.
Be sure to also observe the comprehensive CENTURION user man-
uals and the instructions of the component manufacturers which you
can nd for download on the CENTURION website.
https://www.centurion.de/manuals

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Some notes on these original CENTURION
operating instructions ....................................3
General safety instructions ...............................4
Intended use .............................................7
Before your first ride with your CENTURION VARIO ..... 10
Before every ride with your CENTURION VARIO ......... 13
After an accident ....................................... 16
Useful tips for riding your CENTURION VARIO........... 18
Transportation of passengers and goods................ 19
Transportation of passengers ............................19
Accessories ............................................ 23
Mounting the accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Passenger kit ...........................................24
Transport bar ...........................................25
Thule®child seats ........................................26
Front pannier rack........................................29
Handle ................................................30
Pannier bags............................................31
Front pannier rack bag ....................................32
Foot rests ..............................................33
Foot pegs ..............................................34
Folding lock ............................................35
Tyre puncture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Transporting the CENTURION VARIO .................... 35
Service and maintenance ............................... 36
Legal requirements for riding on public roads........... 38
Warranty and guarantee ................................ 39
A note on wear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Guarantee on CENTURION bikes .........................40
Bike card ............................................... 41
Table of contents
Imprint:
Edition 1, October 2022
Technical details in the text and illustrations of this manual are subject
to change.
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Zedler – Institut für Fahrradtechnik und -Sicherheit GmbH
www.zedler.de
For the sake of better legibility, the male form is used with personal names
and personal nouns throughout these original operating instructions. The
terms in question principally apply to all genders in the spirit of equal treat-
ment. The abbreviated language form is used solely for editorial reasons
and does not represent any value judgment.

Translation of the original
operating instructions
EPAC (electrically power assisted cycles) EN 15194
Read at least pages 4–11 before your first ride!
Perform the functional check on pages 12–14 before
every rid e!
Observe the chapter “Intended use”, the service
schedule and the bike card!
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Some notes on these original
CENTURION operating
instructions
These supplementary instructions for the
CENTURION VARIO transportation bike
(e–g) con-
tain a wealth of information on the special features
and handling of your new CENTURION VARIO
which take into account its differences from a con-
ventional electric bike.
These instructions are not intended to help you as-
semble a CENTURION VARIO transportation bike
from individual components, to repair it or to make
a partly assembled CENTURION VARIO ready for
use.
For other than the shown or designated
CENTURION VARIO transportation bike these
original CENTURION operating instructions are
not applicable.
Technical details in the text and illustrations of the
original CENTURION operating instructions are sub-
ject to change.
This operating instructions system complies with
the requirements of the DIN 79010 standard “Cy-
cles – Transportation bikes and cargo bikes”,
the DIN EN 15194 standard “Cycles – Electrically
power assisted cycles – EPAC bicycles” as well
as the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
These original CENTURION operating instructions
are subject to European law. If the CENTURION
VARIO transportation bike is delivered to countries
outside Europe, supplementary instructions have to
be provided by the manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Keep these original CENTURION operating
instructions for future reference and hand it
over to the respective user, in case you sell,
lend or pass on the CENTURION VARIO.
Always keep yourself informed at
www.centurion.de
 YoundthecomprehensiveCENTURIONop-
erating instructions (h) , the system instruc-
tions of your drive system manufacturer and
the instructions of the component manufac-
turers for download on the CENTURION web-
site:
https://www.centurion.de/manuals

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General safety instructions
Dear CENTURION customer,
In purchasing this CENTURION VARIO
(a) you have
chosen a product of high quality. Each component of
your new CENTURION VARIO has been designed,
manufactured and assembled with great care and
expertise. Your CENTURION VARIO has been fully
assembled and undergone a functional check. Ei-
ther it has been assembled for you ready for use by
your CENTURION dealer or you can make it ready
for use with these original CENTURION operating
instructions.
Therefore, read and follow these original
CENTURION operating instructions before you set
off on the CENTURION VARIO. It is only after hav-
ing observed all the instructions in these original
CENTURION operating instructions and performed
all necessary tests that you can pedal with pleasure
and a condent feeling from the very rst metres.
These original CENTURION operating instructions
contain a wealth of information on the operation of
your CENTURION VARIO and a lot of interesting in-
formation about the technology, maintenance and
care of transportation bikes. Read these original
CENTURION operating instructions thoroughly. We
are sure that even if you have been cycling all your
life you will nd it worthwhile. In particular the tech-
nology of electric bikes and transportation bikes has
developed at a rapid pace in recent years
(b) .
Before you set off on your new CENTURION VARIO
for the rst time, read at least the following chapters:
“Intended use”
“BeforeyourrstridewithyourCENTURION
VARIO”
“Useful tips for riding your CENTURION VARIO”
“Transportation of passengers and goods”
Make it a habit to regularly perform the tests de-
scribed in the chapter “Before every ride with your
CENTURION VARIO”. This is to detect any defects
that may have occurred during use.
When doing any adjustments or servicing
(c) , al-
ways be aware that the instructions and notes only
refer to this CENTURION VARIO. The tips are not
applicable to any other electric bike or transporta-
tion bike. Due to a variety of designs and model
changes, the routines described may require com-
plementary information.
Be sure to also observe the instructions of the com-
ponent manufacturers
(d) that you may have re-
ceived from your CENTURION dealer.

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b
c
I
II
III
IV
1
2
3
4
6
5
Handlebars
Brake lever
Stem
Headset
Front pannier
rack
Front headlamp
Valve
Front brake
Brake disc/rotor
Wheel:
Quick-release/
thru axle
Spoke
Rim
Reflector ring
Tyre
Hub
Saddle
Telescopic seat po
Seat po clamp
Seat po clamp
at seat tube
Backre pad
Transpo bar
Seat bench
Rear pannier rack
Rear light
Spoke guard
Mudguard
Cassette sprockets
Foot re
Brake disc/rotor
Rear derailleur
Chain
Double leg kickand
with chain guide
Crank
a Motor/drive unit
b Rechargeable battery
c Display and
control unit
Suspension fork:
I Fork crown
II Stanchion tube
III Lower leg
IV Dropout
Frame:
1 Top tube
2 Down tube
3 Seat tube
4 Rear ay
5 Chainay
6 Head tube
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Be aware that these instructions may require further
explanation, depending on the experience and/or
skills of the person doing the work. For some work
you may require additional (special) tools or addition-
al instructions. The original CENTURION operating
instructions cannot teach you the skills of a bicycle
mechanic.
When riding on public roads be sure your bike is
equipped according to the road trafc licensing reg-
ulation
(e) , always ride considerately and observe
the trafc rules so as not to endanger yourself or
others.
Before you set off, let us point out a few things to
you that are very important to every cyclist: Be sure
that you and your passengers always wear a prop-
erly adjusted helmet
(f) . Make sure you always wear
suitable, bright clothing, also when riding on public
roads, as a minimum, however, straight cut trousers
and shoes with grip and a rm sole.
These original CENTURION operating instructions
cannot teach you how to ride. Be aware that rid-
ing a transportation bike is a potentially dangerous
activity that requires the rider to stay in control of
his or her CENTURION VARIO at all times. Riding a
transportation bike requires especially good physi-
cal condition, skill and caution
(g) .
Start by riding your CENTURION VARIO in unloaded
condition in an area free of trafc and other road
users until you have full control of it.
Then, load your CENTURION VARIO with goods
and practise riding it. Do not take children and pas-
sengers with you until you feel safe with the handling
of your loaded CENTURION VARIO.
As with almost any activity, you can get hurt while
riding a transportation bike. When you set off on a
transportation bike, you should be aware and accept
this risk. Always keep in mind that on a transpor-
tation bike you have no safety devices around you
(e.g. bodywork, ABS, airbag) like you have in a car.
Therefore, always ride carefully and respect the other
road users. Never ride under the inuence of drugs,
medication, alcohol or when you are tired.
Observe the legal regulations for the off-road use of
electric bikes or transportation bikes. These regu-
lations differ in different countries. Respect nature
when riding through forests and the open country-
side. Be sure to only ride on signposted, well main-
tained trails and roads.
First, we would like to familiarise you with the various
components of your CENTURION VARIO. Unfold
the cover of these original CENTURION operating
instructions. Here you nd a CENTURION VARIO
showing all the essential components
(h) . Leave the
page unfolded as you read. This helps you to easily
locate the components as they are referred to in the
text.

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b
WARNING
In the interest of your own safety, do not over-
do it when making any maintenance work or
adjustments on your transportation bike. If
you are not absolutely sure or have any ques-
tions, contact your CENTURION dealer.
During cycling you must not hold onto a mov-
ing vehicle or trailer. Keep both hands on the
handlebar. Only take your feet off the pedals,
if required by the condition of the road. Also
bear in mind that riding with headphones is in
some countries allowed as long as the acous-
tic perception is not impaired. Inform yourself
about the law situation in the country where
you use your transportation bike.
Be sure to never set off before having secured
your passengers or the objects in the trans-
port box, i.e. before having actively secured
them with safety belts or lashing straps
(a) .
Cargo shifting or fast and strong movements
of the passengers may otherwise modify the
centre of gravity and result in critical riding
situations. Read the chapters “Useful tips for
riding your CENTURION VARIO” and “Trans-
portation of passengers and goods”.
CAUTION
A heavily loaded transportation bike can
cause more shocks during the ride than a
conventional bike. This can lead to discom-
fort over time. Vibration loads are reduced by
the suspension with a suspension fork
(b) .
Ask your CENTURION dealer for advice.

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Your CENTURION VARIO was specically designed
for transporting cargo as well as larger and heavier
objects
(g) .
With specic seats and handles your CENTURION
VARIO transportation bike is also suitable for trans-
porting children
(h) .
Riding a transportation bike especially in loaded
condition requires special skills and caution.
Be sure to use your CENTURION VARIO according
to its intended purpose only. Otherwise there is the
risk that the CENTURION VARIO may not withstand
the stress and fail. This can result in an accident with
unforeseeable consequences.
In addition, improper use will invalidate the warranty.
Ask your CENTURION dealer to conrm the catego-
ry your CENTURION VARIO belongs to. Have a look
at your bike card.
The maximum permissible overall weight is made
up as follows:
Weight CENTURION VARIO 33 kg
+Rider’s weight (kg)
+Load on rear pannier rack or child seat
with child(ren) in the rear, incl. accessories:
max. 70 kg
+ Load front pannier rack: max. 15 kg
+Overall weight trailer incl. cargo and/or
passenger(s): max. 45 kg
= Maximum permissible overall weight 180 kg
Intended use
There are various categories of transportation and
cargo bikes that are equipped according to the
respective intended purpose. Your CENTURION
VARIO transportation bike belongs to the sin-
gle-track transportation bikes and is intended for
the transportation of passengers and goods.
Due to the single-track design and the comparably
short wheel base, the CENTURION VARIO comes
very close to the conventional bicycle. A prolonged
and strengthened rear pannier rack
(e) allows the
transport of kids or large objects. A front pannier
rack
(f) provides additional possibilities for the trans-
portation of small and light objects.
Your CENTURION VARIO is designed for hard-sur-
face terrains, i.e. for asphalted roads and cycle
lanes or gravel eld tracks, open to bicycles. Front
and rear wheels remain in permanent contact to the
ground.
Your CENTURION VARIO is not suitable for moun-
tain bike use and jumps. The suspension fork as-
sembled is to improve comfort and not for riding
off-road.

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d
WARNING
Be sure to never set off before having secured
your passengers in the child seat or on the
passenger kit or the objects in the transport
box, i.e. before having actively secured them
with safety belts or lashing straps. Cargo
shifting or fast and strong movements of the
passengers may otherwise modify the cen-
tre of gravity and result in critical riding sit-
uations. Read the chapter “Transportation of
passengers and goods”.
Both cargo and passengers modify the rid-
ing characteristics of your CENTURION
VARIO in general and lengthen the braking
distance! Therefore, practise riding and brak-
ing with your loaded CENTURION VARIO in
a place free of trafc. Ride particularly con-
siderately and anticipate critical situations.
Read the chapter “Useful tips for riding your
CENTURION VARIO”.
Adjust the tyre pressure to the additional
weight. The maximum pressure is indicated
on the tyre side
(d) .
Tell your child or the children you are taking
along not to stretch their arms or legs beyond
the transport bar or child seat during the ride.
Fast and strong movements of your child
have a negative effect on the riding stability.
If you are not absolutely sure or have any questions,
contact your CENTURION dealer.
You are allowed to transport passengers on your
CENTURION VARIO under the following conditions:
– In Thule®Yepp Maxi EASY Fit child seats with
transport bar
(a) :
Maximum 2 children from 1 to at least 4 years old
with a maximum weight of 22 kg per child
– In passenger kit with transport bar, seat
bench including backrest pad, foot rests and
spoke guard
(b) :
Maximum 2 children from the age of 5 years at
the earliest
– On the seat bench with handle and spoke
guard
(c) :
Maximum one child or young adult from 11 years
and up to a maximum of 70 kg
– In the bicycle trailer:
Maximum 2 children up to a maximum overall
weight of the trailer of 45 kg
The transporting person must be 16 years old at
least.
You nd detailed information on transporting pas-
sengers and objects in the chapter “Transportation
of passengers and goods”.