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Part 1 – Before Installation
Disclaimer
The Cyclotricity eKit is supplied as a set of do-it-yourself parts for the user to install on their
bicycle. Because this kit is installed, maintained and operated by the purchaser, Cyclotricity Ltd
disclaims any responsibility for injury, damage or any other consequences arising from the use of
this product.
Each installation will be different and therefore it is the responsibilit of the purchaser to
determine the best wa to install the kit on their particular bic cle. The provided instructions
should be considered as general guidelines only every electric bike conversion will be slightly
different. If you do not have the mechanical ability to correctly and safely install this electric bicycle
conversion kit, you should obtain the services of a professional bicycle shop or other qualified
technician.
Installation and use of this e-bike conversion kit will create an electric motor vehicle that has
exposed moving parts, electrical connections and high powered batteries. Any or all of these
components can be dangerous!
Batter 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 give it a full deep charge for 12
hours. To fully condition your new battery give it complete deep charge, discharge cycles for
the first three charges. This is achieved by charging your battery for 12 hours and then using
the bike until the battery is completely drained.
After this “conditioning” process, you can leave the battery charging as and when you
require.
3- 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.
4- Check the indicators on the actual battery to see how much power you have left.
Please note that the indicators on the handlebar dashboard (if purchased) lights/bars 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 LED lights/LCD bars go down to “Empty”, then this is a
strong indication that you ought to be pedaling more to take some of the load off the
battery. This will improve the battery life cycle.
5- Do not expose the bicycle or battery pack to fire, heat sources, acid or alkaline
substances.
