CycloTricity Stealth User manual

Owner’s Manual
CycloTricity Electric Bicycles
December 1st, 5th edition
We strongly recommend you read this entire manual before
using your bike.
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Contents
Part 1 –Before use
Page
-Before first time use
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Battery care
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Charger
6
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Water
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Maintenance
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Specifications
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Part 2 –Controls and Equipment
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Battery
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LCD handlebar dashboard
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-LCD Instructions and Setup
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Throttle
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Installing Pedals
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Brake levers
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Disc brakes
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Controller
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Controller connections guide
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Part 3 –Troubleshooting and Warranty
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Troubleshooting
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Warranty
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-Exceptions to limited warranty
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Part 1 –Before first time use
The bike has been 95% readily assembled for you. To save space in the
carton, it was packed with the pedals detached and the handlebar
turned 90 degrees. If you are not familiar with how to perform these
fittings, we strongly recommend you seek assistance of a professional
bike service shop as damages caused by wrong assembly is NOT
covered by your warranty. A bike service shop will also adjust your
brakes and gears for you for best performance as they start to require
this after lots of use.
On the other hand, if you choose to perform these tasks by
yourself, you will need the following tools:
1- 5mm hex key
2- 10mm wrench
3- Screw driver
4- Pump
5- 15mm spanner
Although your Cyclotricity bike has been thoroughly tested, it is
important that you perform some basic checks before first time use.
You are also recommended to perform these checks regularly in the
future to protect yourself and your Cyclotricity bike:
1- Check brakes and brake isolators are functioning properly.
2- Check all other nuts, bolts and fixings are properly
tightened, pay particular attention
to the motor fixings. You will notice
that there is an unusual washer
(image left) with a small axle
around the motor spindle (called
torque washer). Make sure that
the axle of the washer slides
inside the dropout to hold it still.
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3- Check the handlebar is properly tightened once turned the
correct direction, to 5nm as above
images. The arrows show location of bolts 6 in total.
4- Check that there are no apparent loose/exposed
connections between the electrical parts and the
controller.
5- Check tyres are inflated and not damaged (recommended
PSI is around 40).
6- Make sure battery is fully charged. Page 5 section 2.
7- Ensure the handlebar dashboard is on. You will need to
have the battery switched on, then pressing the on/off
button on the handlebar dashboard for this to happen.
Remember to turn the handlebar dashboard off when
stopped or walking the bike.
LCD dashboard
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Battery care
1- The battery is detachable and comes with a key to lock it
in place. Please note that the battery lock is only meant to
prevent it from falling off during cycling and should not be
regarded as a security lock against theft. We recommend
you detach the battery and carry it with you whenever
you leave the bike in public places as it is the most
expensive part in your product to replace.
2- Before you use the battery for the first time it is best to
fully condition your battery. This is achieved by charging
your battery for 12 hours and then using the bike until
the battery is completely drained. Repeat this process at
least three times. After this “conditioning” process, you
can leave the battery charging as and when you require.
3- The amount of capacity left on the battery can be checked
by pressing the battery button on the actual battery (not
the dashboard). The LED indicators on the battery will
gradually turn green as the battery is charging.
NOTE: One indicator on the battery will remain red no
matter how long you charge the battery for technical
reasons. This does not mean the battery is not fully charged.
To know whether or not the battery is fully charged, please
check the indicator on the actual charger.
4- The battery must be switched on while charging.
(Although this is not a necessity)
5- If you are going to leave your battery uncharged for more
than eight weeks, it is best left half charged. You should
then re-charge it every four weeks for two hours to keep
it in top condition.
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6- Always remember that you use up to three times more
power when setting off under the thumb throttle. If you
wish to preserve the life of each charge always set off
using pedal assist.
7- Check the indicators on the actual battery to see how
much power you have left.
Please note that the indicators on the handlebar
dashboard do not necessarily show the amount of power
you have left, but the amount of load the battery is
experiencing at any one point. If the dashboard indicators
go under 2 levels, then this is a strong indication that you
ought to be pedalling more to take some of the load off
the battery. This will improve the battery life cycle as
these bikes are designed to be pedalled.
8- Do not expose the bicycle or battery pack to fire, heat
sources, acid or alkaline substances.
9- For best results, always charge the battery at room
temperature.
10- Always make sure the battery is turned off before
detaching it.
11- If your battery is damaged or appears to be overheating
for any reason immediately return it to your retailer for
advice and a safety check.
12- Always dry the battery with a clean dry cloth after cycling
in the rain.
Charger
1-Red light on the charger means the battery is charging.
When the red light turns green, the battery is fully
charged. Please ignore the green light and carry on
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charging for 12 hours for the first 3 charges to
condition your battery.
2- Always connect the charger to the battery before
connecting it to the mains. This is to avoid static
sparks.
3- Always disconnect the charger from the mains before
disconnecting the charger from the battery.
4- The battery must be switched on while charging (however,
only switch it on after the charger has been securely
plugged in to avoid risk of short circuits).(This is also not
compulsory that it is on while charging)
5- Do not leave the charger connected to the mains when
not in use.(this due to the risk of static current sparks)
Water
Your electric bicycle is rain and splash resistant and can be used
in all weathers. The electrical components of the vehicle, such as
motor, battery, and controller, must not be submerged in water.
Maintenance
WARNING:Do not attempt to open the casings of the battery or
motor as it could be dangerous and all warranties will become void.
If you experience problems, refer to the troubleshooting guide in
this manual or ask your local dealer.
1- The brake levers should be in enough contact with the
discs to lock the rear wheel without pulling all the way to
the bars and come to a stop in a fairly short time. If not
please adjust following the instructions in this manual or
seek assistance of a local bike service shop.(The brakes
power will be determined by a multitude of facts, for
example rider weight and terrand and conditions)

Warning: Any replacement forks must have the same rake
and same tube inner diameter as the originally fitted to
the bicycle. This is mainly for safety and to keep the bikes
geometry the way it was designed for structural integrity.
2- Disc brake pad wear and replacement. Remove the brake
pads and check them for wear. If the friction material is
less than 1mm thick then they need to be replaced.
3- Every three months lubricate the brake lever pivots, the
gears and chain with light oil and the brake arm bushes (not
the brake blocks or disc pads or discs) with a little grease.
4- Once a year, have your dealer re-grease the headset
bearings, front wheel bearings and pedal bearings.
5- Wheel spokes should be adjusted after 300 miles riding.
IMPORTANT: Lithium-ion batteries must be safety-checked by a
professional within the first 2 years of use and once every year
thereafter. You are, however, highly recommended to do this
annually. Failure to do this can constitute a safety risk. Contact us
or your local dealer for your annual battery service.
Specifications
Battery range: 30-50km between charges depending on
terrain, weight of cyclists, frequent use of Throttle instead of
PAS, frequency of stops/starts, air pressure in tires etc (500w)
Battery range: 16-40km between charges depending on
terrain, weight of cyclists, frequent use of Throttle instead of
PAS, frequency of stops/starts, air pressure in tires etc (1000w)
Bottle Battery type: Lithium-ion 36V/9Ah
Frame Battery type: Lithium 36V/15Ah resp. 48V/12Ah. 48V/16ah
Speed: 25km/h (15.5mph)
Motor type: High speed brushless geared hub motor/direct drive
motor hub

Motor power: 250W/500w/1000w
Motor voltage: 36V/48V
Frame material: Alloy 6061
Fork material: SR Suntour
Derailleur: Shimano TZ
Wheels: Alloy double walled
Part 2 –Controls and equipment
In this section we will describe the functions and any
specific maintenance needed on all the main controls.
Battery
1- Your Cyclotricity bike comes with a
key to lock the battery in place.
Please note that this key is only
meant for preventing the battery
from falling off during cycling and
must not be regarded as a security
lock against them.
2- At the bottom or to the side of the battery
(depending which type you have) lies an
on/off switch. This must be switched on for
the battery to provide power.
NOTE: The handlebar dashboard must also be
switched on for the bike to receive power
from the battery.
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3- There is a wire leading to the speed controller which must be
plugged in at the bottom of the battery for it to function.
Make sure the wire is firmly fastened to the battery. Never
plug or unplug the battery without switching it off first
(failure to do so will risk a short circuit).
4- The battery can be charged either on or off the bike
through the charger input.(system has to be off)
LCD Dashboard (This applies only to models with an LCD
handlebar dashboard)
1- The LCD has an on/off switch.
This must be switched on for
the bike to receive power.
2- If you have a throttle
connected but you are not
using it the bike will provide
you with assistance via the pas
while you are pedalling if the
pas level is higher than 0.
3- You can use the UP/DOWN
buttons to increase/decrease the amount of
assistance you would like the bike to provide.(via pas)
4- Switching the power off will transform your bike into a
normal push bike.
5- The LCD also provides other functions such as speed, time,
distance of your journey etc (see LCD instructions). Please
note that the battery function on the LCD may not
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necessarily show the amount of capacity left on the battery,
but the amount of load the battery is experiencing at any one
point. Decreasing battery levels on the dashboard means you
ought to be pedalling more as these bikes are designed to be
pedalled. We do not recommend you run on the throttle
alone for long distances as this will impact the performance
and lifecycle of the battery. (this will deplete the cells much
faster than using the pas system, and use a lot more battery
at the time)
6- The battery performs best with a payload less than 80Kg.
Heavier cyclists may notice the battery levels dropping on
the dashboard as the throttle is being used. This is an
indication that the battery is getting overloaded and,
therefore, sharing the load with some pedalling is strongly
recommended. (to increase battery range and efficiency)
7- To see the actual capacity left on the battery, check the
indicators on the battery itself. (LED on battery shell)
LCD Instructions and Setup
Display under common running conditions
Main view
-Battery indicator
-Trip time (TM)
-Level of assistance
-Current speed
-Trip distance (DST)
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-6Km/h assistance power mode (push aid)
Riding History Data View
-Odometer (ODO)
-Maximum speed (MAX)
-Total trip time (TTM)
-Average speed (AVG)
Function of buttons
The LCD device comes with three buttons; the centre buttons is
market with SW, whiles the UP/DOWN buttons are marked with
arrows accordingly.
On/Off
-To switch the device on, press and hold the SW button.
-To switch it off, press and hold the SW button (or the
device will automatically switch off when the bike is
left without use for 5 minutes).
Change level of assistance
-Under normal operating conditions, use the UP/DOWN
buttons to change the level of assistance. Level 1 being
the lowest, and 5 being the highest.
Illuminate screen
-Under normal operating conditions, press and hold the UP
button to have the screen illuminate for use in the dark.
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Push aided mode
-It is possible to use the 6km/h assistance mode while
walking your bike. To do so, press and hold the DOWN
button, the push aided indicator will start flashing. The
bike will run at no more than 6km/h as you walk the
bike along.
-Release the DOWN button to suspend this function.
Trip Data View
-To enter the history trip data view, press the SW button
once while the device is on. The ODO and TTM will appear.
-Press the UP/DOWN buttons to access the maximum
speed and average speed information.
-Press SW again to exit this view (or it will
automatically exit this view after 5 minutes of riding).
User Setup
You will need to configure the following functions on your device:
a. Maximum speed.
b. Wheel diameter (16”-28”).
c. Unit selection (Miles or Km, MPH or Km/h).
Setup
-Press and hold the SW button to switch the device on.
-Press and hold both the UP and DOWN buttons at the
same time for 3 seconds. This will take you into the LCD
setup view.
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-Having adjusted the maximum speed(72kph), press the
SW button to move on to the wheel diameter(26”). Use
the UP/DOWN button to set the correct diameter.
NOTE: If the wheel diameter is not configured properly,
the display will give you wrong outputs when it comes to
power, speed, time distance etc.
-Having adjusted the wheel diameter, press the SW
button to move on to the unit selection. Use the
UP/DOWN buttons to change between Km/h and Mph.
The distance units (miles or km) will be selected for you
depending on which speed unit you pick.
Throttle
1-The throttle can be used independently to the PAS mode,
but the operation will vary depending on the country
where the bike is supplied. Bikes are set up to be legal in
the region in which they are supplied and will provide
full power (100%) independently of the PAS.
2- The independent use of the throttle, when available, will
enable you to use the throttle without pedalling.
3- The use of the throttle in PAS mode is legal in most
countries. Throttle in PAS mode enables you to turn up
the power to the motor as long as you are pedalling the
bike, if you stop pedalling the motor will stop too.
4- As of January 2016 throttles are illegal to come supplied
with e-bikes in the UK. To use the throttle strictly off-road
you can sign the throttle disclaimer.
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Installing the pedals
Each bike come with a set of pedals, the pedals say L for left
respective R for right. To install the pedals, tighten the L pedal
by turning it anti-clockwise, and the R pedal clockwise. With a
15mm spanner. The L pedal refers to the left hand pedal that
goes on the left as you are sat on the bike, and the R pedal is the
one that goes on the drive side with the chain ring, the right side
as you are sat on the bike.
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Brakes levers
Your brakes levers are fitted with electric cut outs. This means no
power will reach the motor whenever the brakes are applied for
safety reasons.
Disc Brakes (This applies only to models with disc brakes)
Regularly inspect brake pads for wear. Replace disc brake pads
that are thinner than 1.0 mm.
Mechanical disc brakes offer several advantages over traditional
rim brakes better braking in wet, muddy or other adverse
conditions, less brake power fade over extended downhill braking
and the ability to continue braking even if your rim becomes bent
or distorted.
Adjust the pads and calipers
1- On the disc brake use a 5mm hex
key to adjust the stationary
caliper adjusting bolt.
Adjust the bolt so that
there is 0.3mm clearance
between the stationary
(hub side) pad and the
rotor.
2- Adjust the cable-adjuster
bolt on the caliper so that
there is
0.3mm clearance
between the outside pad
and the rotor.
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Installing/Removing Disc Brake Pads
Caution: The pads and rotor must be kept clean and free from oil or
grease based contamination. Any contamination will severely
decrease the performance and life span of the brakes.
1- Holding the pad end-tab, insert the pad into the caliper
slot with its metal backing towards the piston. Make
sure the hole in the metal backing goes over the piston
pins. Repeat for second pad. When correctly inserted,
the pads will be held in place with the retainer spring,
after both pads are in place you will be able to insert the
retainer pin and screw in with a cross headed screw
driver. (There will be a left and a right hand side pad)
2- Pads can be removed by first unscrewing the retainer pin
from the caliper body, then grasping the pad end-tab,
lifting the pad clear of the piston pin and then
manoeuvring it out of the rotor slot in the caliper body.
Note there should be two pads, a retainer spring and a
retainer pin for the whole assembly.
Note: Disc brake pads are held in the caliper with a retainer
pin and spring. The only tool you will require is a cross headed
screw driver to remove the pin, the rest can be done by hand.
The pads will have a left and a right hand side, you can tell this
by the holes that will match up to accommodate the retainer
pin.
WARNING: If you are unsure about any part of the installation
process you should seek advice from a professional bike service
centre. Damage due to wrong adjustments will NOT be covered
by your warranty.
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Controller
The controller is the brain of the bike. Therefore, all electric parts
must be connected through it to function. The controller is located
inside a plastic box attached to the frame as demonstrated in this
picture.
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The image bellow is how the Speed controller looks like inside the
plastic box. All the electrical devices on your bike will have been
pre-connected to the controller by the time the bike reaches you.
However, if you ever face problems with your bike, you may want
to open the plastic box and double check that there are no loose
connections on the controller.
In most cases, you do not need to do this. On the other hand, if
you would like to troubleshoot a problem, follow the connections
guide in the next page to understand how your controller is meant
to be set up.
All wires coming out of the controller are either uniquely shaped
or colour coded to prevent wrong connections. All you have to do
is match the colours and shapes. The next page shows a photo of
all the wires and how/where they should be connected.
WARNING: Please do NOT open the metal box of the controller
itself. Doing so will void your warranty and may cause a safety
hazard.
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Controller connections guide
Yellow connects to yellow (for PAS)
thin black head connects to thin black head (for system cable)
thick black head connects to thick black head (for motor cable)
red to red & black to black bullet connectors (for battery)
Part 3 - Troubleshooting and Warranty
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible reasons
Possible solutions
Speed is too
1-Low battery capacity
1-Fully charge battery
slow
2-Max speed on LCD/LED is
2-Refer to the LCD/LED
not configured properly
instructions in this
3-Handlebar dashboard
manual to change the
problem.
MAX speed.
4-Battery overloaded.
3-Contact your dealer
5-Damage to motor.
for replacement.
4- The battery
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