Ducati Energia FreeDUCk2 Quick guide

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Thank you for choosing a DUCATI energia product.
Note for installers:
The company producing and selling bicycles provided with FreeDUCk Wheel must compulsorily supply the client with the use
and maintenance product manual.
Incomplete or incorrect guidelines may lead to misuse and loss of guarantee.

FreeDUCk2 Wheel Manual Rev. 2/2015 - reproduction is prohi ited 1
CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 2
2 RULES FOR CORRECT USE .................................................................................... 2
3 E-WHEEL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................... 3
3.1 Main components 3
3.2 Technical features 4
3.3 Technical data 4
4 MOUNTING THE E-WHEEL ON THE FRAME ...........................................................
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5 ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS BEFORE USE .........................................................
7
5.1 Preliminary checks 7
6 BATTERY ....................................................................................................................
7
6.1 General attery information 7
6.2 Correct attery management 8
6.3 Charging the attery 8
6.4 Charger 9
7 USING A BICYCLE WITH FREEDUCK2 WHEEL ...................................................... 10
7.1 Pedal assist mode 10
7.2 Unassisted pedalling 11
8 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... 11
9 STORAGE FOR LONG PERIODS ..............................................................................
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10 WASHING AND CLEANING........................................................................................ 12
11 WARRANTY CONDITIONS ........................................................................................ 12
12 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................ 12

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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This Manual contains important information a out the assem ly and correct use of the FreeDuck2 e-wheel as well as its
maintenance and safety.
The installer must read and understand the content of this Manual. To maintain e-wheel performance and use it safely for
many kilometres, follow the instructions in this manual and carry out all the installation, maintenance and checking
procedures descri ed.
2 RULES FOR CORRECT USE
The FreeDuck2 e-wheel was designed to guarantee easy assem ly and use with the least maintenance possi le. There are some simple
rules to follow to fit the ike safely.
• Follow the installation, operating and maintenance instructions in this Manual. Incorrect assembly or failure to comply
with maintenance instructions may lead to rapid deterioration of the original performance and serious harm to the rider
and others on the road.
• The e-wheel is designed to be used on paved and dirt roads. Do not use on off-road or wading vehicles.
• Do not expose the wheel to inclement weather, high temperatures, salt air and acid or corrosive materials fumes.
• Do not modify or adjust in a different manner from that indicated in this Manual. Any intervention on internal parts by
personnel not authorised by DUCATI Energia during the warranty period invalidates said warranty.
• No adjustment or maintenance operations must be carried out inside the e-wheel or charger. Do not open or tamper with
these components. Risk of short-circuit and electrocution. Any modifications will be considered as tampering and, in
addition to releasing the Manufacturer from any responsibility, will invalidate warranty rights.
• During the installation and adjustment of the e-wheel must be turned off and unplugged from the charger.
• Do not use the charger if the cable is damaged, cut or showing signs of wear. Replace it immediately.

FreeDUCk2 Wheel Manual Rev. 2/2015 - reproduction is prohi ited 3
3 E-WHEEL DESCRIPTION
3.1 Main compon nts
1. Tyre
2. Rim
3. Inflating valve
4. Spokes
5. Aluminium cover
6. On/Off utton
7. Direction flange
8. Wheel axle
9. Charger connector
10. Rotation stopper
11 Bluetooth Antenna
12. Aluminium cover
13. Free wheel sprocket
14. Wheel axle
LEFT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE