Egret EIGHT User manual

V5 02/2018
EGRET EIGHT EGRET-TEN
ORIGINAL BETRIEBSANLEITUNG
ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONSIGNES D‘UTILISATION
TRADUCCIÓN DEL MANUAL ORIGINAL DE USO

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ORIGINAL OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH

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CONTENTS
Components 44
Introduction 46
General information 47
Technical data 50
Prior to first-time operation 51
Battery and charger 52
First steps and getting started 56
Unfolding 57
Cleaning and servicing 71
Declaration of conformity 74
Frequently Asked Questions 76

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COMPONENTS
COMPONENTS
EGRET-TEN
EGRET-TEN
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2
3
4
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10
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7
7
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2
3
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1 Handlebars
2 Telescopic rod
3 Main steering rod
4 Scooter folding mechanism
5 Securing lever
6 Charging port
7 Brakes
8 Rear light
9 Footboard
10 Kickstand
11 Handlebar folding
mechanism
12 Folding latch
1 Handlebars
2 Telescopic rod
3 Main steering rod
4 Scooter folding mechanism
5 Securing lever
6 Charging port
(not shown, on the other side
of the scooter)
7 Disc brakes
8 Rear light
9 Footboard
10 Kickstand
11 Handlebar folding
mechanism
12 Bayonet lock
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EGRET EIGHT
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1 Handlebars
2 Telescopic rod
3 Main steering rod
4 Scooter folding mechanism
5 Securing lever
6 Charging port
7 Brakes
8 Rear light
9 Footboard
10 Kickstand
11 Handlebar folding
mechanism
12 Folding latch
1 Handlebars
2 Telescopic rod
3 Main steering rod
4 Scooter folding mechanism
5 Securing lever
6 Charging port
(not shown, on the other side
of the scooter)
7 Disc brakes
8 Rear light
9 Footboard
10 Kickstand
11 Handlebar folding
mechanism
12 Bayonet lock
THROTTLE
Set speed levels and
display of the level
Lever
Km/h
Battery capacity
COMPONENTS
Service menu &
6 km/h button
ON/OFF
Rear light
status

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the club of EGRET riders!
We are sure that you will have lots of fun with your new electric scooter!
These instructions provide an overview of the functions, care, maintenance and
operation of your new vehicle. Please read it carefully to ensure your electric
scooter has a long service life and yourself a safe ride.
Make sure to follow the recommended charging intervals to prevent battery da-
mage and greatly increase your scooter’s service life.
A list of authorised repair shops and dealers near you is available on our website at
www.my-egret.com or from our service hotline.
INTRODUCTION
Phone [phone]*
E-Mail [email protected]
Internet www.my-egret.com
* 14 Cent ¢14/min from the German
fixed-line network, mobile phone
price: max. ¢42/min.
EGRET
SERVICEHOTLINE

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GENERAL INFORMATION
• The scooter has not yet been approved for use on public roadways and for this
reason may only be used on private property. If you want to use your scooter
outside Germany, you’ll first have to find out whether your EGRET may be
used in the particular country.
•The scooter is designed to transport one person only.
•Any modifications made to increase performance or speed and any modifica-
tion of the scooter’s characteristics in general, as well as opening the battery
compartment, will void the warranty.
•The scooter’s chassis identification number can be found on the bottom (EG-
RET-TEN) or the side (EGRET EIGHT) of the battery compartment. Please
note this number on the back of these operating instructions, so that you’ll have
it available should you need it, e.g. for servicing.
• As part of quality assurance, each EGRET goes through several test drives
and charging cycles. You should however check all parts are properly working
and screws tighten prior to first-time use. In particular the folding mechanism
has to be checked. The locking of the folding mechanism must be accom-
panied by a clearly audible „click“ noise - only then the folding mechansim is
correctly blocked. If this is not the case please contact your dealer. After the
first 50 km have your vehicle checked by your dealer or a bicycle repair shop
with respect to brakes, tightness of all bolts, and the scooter folding mecha-
nism and the handlebar folding mechanism in particular. Every 500 km we
recommend having another check of these components carried out.
• The battery is not delivered fully charged, but your EGRET can be used
right away without charging it first.
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CAUTION
• If at all possible, avoid using the EGRET on wet surfaces or in the rain. For
one, slippery road surfaces increase the risk of accidents (longer braking dis-
tances, slipping in curves) and splashing water may aect how the brakes
work.
• Don‘t use the EGRET for jumping as this puts a lot of stress on the chassis
and may result in damage.
• Only use the EGRET on even surfaces. The EGRET is not designed for use
o-road or on steep inclines.
 Never charge your EGRET unattended and ideally place it on a fireproof,
non-conductive surface.
• Note the maximum payload of 100 kg.
THE SCOOTER SHOULD BE INSPECTED FOR ROAD SAFETY
PRIOR TO EACH USE.
Inspection includes:
• Proper functioning of the brakes
• Securely locked scooter folding mechanism and the handlebar
folding mechanism
•Overall functionally safe condition
• Light and braking light function
GENERAL INFORMATION
The EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-TEN are intended for
use by one person riding on non-public property and dry
surfaces.
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If riding in poor weather conditions (rain, snow, ice) cannot be avoided, be
especially careful and go slowly. The EGRET is not designed for use in wet
weather, because slippery roadways greatly increase the distance needed to
brake.
After scooter maintenance, moisture may cause a delayed response in the
braking system. For this reason, after cleaning the scooter you should care-
fully “brake the brakes dry” somewhere away from trac or carefully apply
the brakes more often when riding in the rain to maintain the proper braking
eect.
Extreme temperatures, steep inclines, heavy loads, advanced battery age and
longer periods of storage without charging have a major eect on battery
performance.
Please note that regular use and charging (a full charge at least once every 60
days) is required to maintaining the service life of battery.
GENERAL INFORMATION
If your scooter fails to reach full speed or range even with
a fully charged battery, this may be due to an unusual use of
your scooter, tyre pressure that is too low or a problem with the
battery.
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TECHNICAL DATA EGRET EIGHT EGRET-TEN
Duration for 70% charge approx. 2 hours approx. 2 hours
Duration for 100% charge approx. 4-6 hours approx. 4-6 hours
Max. payload 100 kg 100 kg
Total weight 14 kg 17.5 kg
Motor output 350W 500W
Max. Output 650W 800W
Battery LI-ION • 36V • 10.5AH LI-ION • 48V • 11.6AH
Wheel size 8 inches 8 inches
Brakes Front and rear Front and rear
Throttle Thumb Thumb
Light Front and rear Front and rear
Size 110 x 55.5 x 90-115 cm 115 x 55.5 x 89-114 cm
Size folded 109 x 14.5 x 38 cm 103 x 18.5 x 38 cm
Top speed up to 28 km/h up to30 km/h
Range up to 30 km up to 42 km
Ideal tyre pressure 36 PSI 36 PSI
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PRIOR TO FIRSTTIME OPERATION
Please note that the EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-TEN are not approved for use
on public roadways in Germany.
For your own safety you should always wear a helmet and suitable clothing. Wear
bright and light colours to ensure that the operators of other vehicles can see you
better and faster.
Your scooter is delivered by the manufacturer ready for use. Reflector stickers are
included with the vehicle. For your own safety, we recommend attaching them to
the sides of the fender next to the rear light. The EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-
TEN come with a low basic charge and can be used straight away.
Prior to first time use and every ride, we request that you do the following:
• Check that the scooter folding mechanism and the handlebar folding
mechanism are secured and firmly adjusted.
• Check that the kickstand is in raised position.
• At walking speed, check that the brakes work properly.
• Check whether the rear and brake light go on when briefly pressing the
power button on the throttle.
• Attach the enclosed front light to the scooter.
Front suspension EGRET EIGHT: From time to time, the front suspension
needs to be maintained. In case intensive use causes tolerance of the sus-
pension, this part of the scooter needs service!
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Check that the brakes work.
•The brake lever for the back wheel brake is located on the left side of the
handlebars, on the right for the front wheel brake.
•Engaging one or both brakes at the same time interrupts power to the rear
wheel and deactivates the throttle. This is why the motor does not respond to
the throttle when the brakes are engaged. Note that the EGRET EIGHT has
a power interruption when the left brake handle is pressed.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Warnings about the battery and charger
•The EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-TEN come partially charged on delivery.
Although you can unpack and start using it right away, you should expect a
shorter range.
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Initially charge the EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-TEN for approx. 6 hours.
•Regular charging will protect your battery. Prolonged periods of storage wit-
hout charging may cause damage (a depth discharge) to the battery, resulting
in irreparable damage.
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Never store the EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-TEN uncharged. Storage without
being charged will result in a depth discharge of the battery. Once depth di-
scharged, the battery will be irreparably damaged.
•When not in use, batteries lose some charge every day. In winter, low
temperatures may cause battery capacity to drop o much faster.
•Storing the scooter for more than 24 hours with the charger connected to it
will result in to a broken charger and battery.
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• Use only the integrated battery provided or original spare parts. Use only the
original charger from the manufacturer to charge the battery.
• When charging the battery, make sure of the following:
• The charger is properly connected to the charging socket provided
• The area is well-ventilated
• It is a dry environment
•Do not carry out any repairs on the battery or charger yourself. Improper hand-
ling of the battery may result in life-threatening injuries.
• Never allow the charger, mains or connection cable to come into contact with
water as this poses the hazard of electric shock. Never touch it when your
hands are wet.
• Carry out regular inspections of the connection plug and charger. Replace the
charger if damaged in order to avoid injury and property damage.
• Mains and connection cables must not be damaged or crushed by sharp edges
or heat.
• Do not use the charger if there is visible damage to the mains cable or con-
nection cable, or to the charger itself.
• Pull out the plug (not the cable)
• When a problem occurs during operation
• Following use or before cleaning
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In normal use, the battery should lose no more than 20% of its capacity within
the first 300 charging cycles (within the first year). After 600 charging cycles (in
the second year) the battery should lose no more than 40% of its capacity. Not
being regularly charged or use in dierent temperatures may greatly aect the
service life of the battery. Performance and service life is reduced at low tempe-
ratures. Also charged the battery every two months when not in use.
Information on disposal/battery directive
You are already making a major contribution to environmental protection by dri-
ving an EGRET EIGHT or EGRET-TEN. Heed the following information about
battery disposal:
Dispose of the EGRET EIGHT and EGRET-TEN and all associated components
(such as batteries) through an authorised disposal facility or your communal dis-
posal point.
Observe the regulations currently in eect. If in doubt, ask about environmen-
tally-friendly disposal at your local disposal facility.
Batteries and electric equipment may not be disposed of as household
waste.
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EGRET-TEN: The left LED goes on when the charger has power. When the
right LED is red, the charger is charging. The right LED turns green when
charging is completed. You can pull out the mains plug and then remove the
charger plug from the scooter.
EGRET EIGHT: The charger has only one LED. At the beginning of the
charging process it turns from green to red. The LED turns green again
when the charging process is completed.
Refer to the battery status display on the throttle for the charging status.
More information on the speedometer unit is available in “First steps and
getting started”.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
CHARGER LED DISPLAY
Use only the charger provided to charge the battery. The use
of an unsuitable charger may result in fire or even cause the
battery to explode.
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FIRST STEPS & GETTING STARTED
FIRST STEPS AND GETTING STARTED
1. CHARGING THE BATTERY
Note that for safety reasons the scooter is
delivered with a low charge. This is why it
is a good idea to charge the scooter after
receiving it.
To charge, turn the protective cover to the
side (EGRET-TEN) or remove the plastic
plug from the charging socket (EGRET
EIGHT).
The charging socket is located on the front
right frame of the EGRET-TEN and on the
front left of the EGRET EIGHT.
First connect the charger to the power
socket. Then connect the charging cable to
the port on the scooter. Make absolutely
sure that the scooter cannot tip over on the
plug.
Never charge unattended, ideally on a fire-
proof, non-conductive surface.
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UNFOLDING
2. UNFOLDING EGRET EIGHT
Place the EGRET EIGHT on the floor so
that it is securely standing on the battery
compartment.
Press the folding latch on the left of the
folding mechanism towards the floor and
keep it pressed. Carefully moving the
main steering rod will help pressing the
scooter folding mechanism.
The handlebars can be unfolded now.
The folding catch will now audibly lock
into place.
Now close the securing lever so that it
firmly lies in the folding mechanism.
PROPERLY CLOSEDNOT CLOSED
DO NOT USE scooter
Do not use the EGRET scooter with an open securing lever.
This means that the mechanism is not secured and in the
worst case could fold during use.
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UNFOLDING
PROPERLY LOCKED
INTO PLACE
IMPROPERLY LOCKED
INTO PLACE!
DO NOT USE scooter
Unfolding is incomplete if the safety knob does not audibly
and visibly lock into place when unfolding. The scooter
may not be used in this case. There is a risk of accident.
CAUTION
2. UNFOLDING EGRET-TEN
The folding mechanism of the EGRET-TEN consists of three elements: the safety
knob, bayonet lock, and securing lever. To unfold your scooter, please follow the
steps as described below and make sure to observe the safety instructions in this
chapter.
1. Place the EGRET-TEN on the floor so that it securely stands on the battery
compartment.
2. Press the securing lever towards the battery compartment while at the same
time pulling the steering rod into an upright position.
-> When the scooter is properly unfolded, the safety knob below the securing
lever audibly and visibly snaps upwards into place.
3. Pull the bayonet lock out and let it lock in place by turning it. The bayonet lock
needs to be folded completely. The bayonet lock blocks the folding mechanism
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UNFOLDING
PROPERLY CLOSED
NOT CLOSED
DO NOT USE scooter
Do not use the EGRET scooter with an open securing lever.
This means that the mechanism is not secured and in the
worst case could fold during use.
CAUTION
READY TO USE DO NOT USE THE
SCOOTER
The EGRET-TEN must not be used with an open bayonet
lock. Please make sure the bayonet lock has fully latched.
CAUTION
4. Now close the securing lever by pushing it all the way to the front.
The scooter is only completely unfolded
when the safety knob has visibly and
audibly snapped into place, the bayonet
lock and the securing lever have been
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On the EGRET-TEN and EGRET EIGHT the resistance of the securing lever
can be adjusted via the knurled nut at the front of the scooter.
The screw needs to be readjusted prior to every ride. The screw should be
adjusted with an opened locking lever and by hand – do not use a tool for this.
The locking lever should be tightened hand tight.
ADJUSTING THE SECURING LEVER
UNFOLDING