ewheels EW-88 User manual

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Electric Trike
Read this manual completely before riding your mountain bike
EW-88
E-WheelsTM Mobility Scooters
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Contents
Riding Safety ………………………………………….. 4
· Safety Basics …………………………………………. 5
· Operating Reminders and Suggestions …….. 6
· Wet Weather Riding …………………………….. 7
· Night Riding …………………………………………. 8
· Other Reminders …………………………………… 9
Specifications …………………………………………. 9
Parts and Usage ………………………… ………….. 10-17
Routine Operation ………………………………….. 18
Battery Care and Maintenance…………………. 19
· Battery Charging …………………………………… 21
Other Maintenance …………………………………. 23
Warranty / Returns …………………………………. 24
· Scheduled Maintenance …………………………. 24
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Ewheels has developed a electrically assisted
tricycle, called EW-88.
The EW-88 offers a comfortable and
affordable alternative when normal cycling
becomes too strenuous or the daily trip
too long.
The EW-88 Electric Trike provides extra
energy without much effort. The removable
battery is hardly noticeable.
Cycling is a sport that fits easily into anyone’s
daily routine. With ease, you can cycle to
work, cycle with the children to school, to the
mall, to visit friends for coffee or just to enjoy
the fresh air and nature. All this you can do
relaxed with a EW-88 electric trike!
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RIDING SAFETY
Like any sport, the EW-88 electric trike carries the risk of
injury and damage. By choosing to ride the EW-88 you
assume allresponsibility for these risks. Thus, you need to
know and practice the rules of safe and responsible riding.
YOUR INSURANCE POLICIES MAY NOT PROVIDE
COVERAGE FOR ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THE USE OF
THIS TRICYCLE. TO DETERMINE IF COVERAGE IS
PROVIDED YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE
COMPANY OR AGENT.
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Safety Basics: Do’s and Don’ts
The Do’s
oAlways conduct a Safety Check before you ride your
EW-88. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls of
your EW-88.
oAlways wear an approved helmet when riding your
EW-88.Follow the helmet manufacturer’s instructions
for fit, use and care of your helmet.
oAlways keep body parts and other objects away from
the spinning wheels of your EW-88.
oAlways wear shoes that will stay on your feet and will
stay on the floorboard.
oWear bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it
can catch on moving parts of the EW-88 or objects at
the side of the road or trail.
oThink about your speed, and keep your speed
consistent with safe operating conditions.
The Don’ts
oNever ride with headphones. They mask traffic
sounds, distract you from concentrating on your
surroundings, and their wires can tangle in the moving
parts of the EW-88, causing you to lose control.
oNever carry a passenger. The maximum carrying
capacity is 375 Lbs.
oNever ride barefoot or wearing sandals.
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oDon’t jump with your EW-88. It puts great stress on
everything from frame and forks to drive train. Riders
who insist on jumping their EW-88 risk serious bike
damage as well as harm to themselves.
oNever carry anything which obstructs your vision or
your complete control of the EW-88 or which could
become entangled in the moving parts of th EW-88.
oNever hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle.
oNever ride your EW-88 while under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
oIfpossible, avoid riding in bad weather, when visibility
is obscured, at dusk or in the dark, or when you are
very tired. Each of these conditions increases the risk
of accident.
oNever allow children to ride. Never allow others to ride
without reading and understanding these instructions.
Operating Reminders and Suggestions
oReview all instructions carefullybefore riding the
EW-88.
oFollow all rules and regulations in your area for
operating a motorized tricycle. Obey the same road
laws as all other road vehicles, including yielding the
right-of-way to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights
and stop signs.
oRide predictably and in a straight line. Never ride
against traffic.
oRide defensively. To other road users, you may be
hard to see.
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oConcentrate on the path ahead. Avoid potholes,
gravel, dirt, wet road, oil, curbs, speed bumps, drain
grates and other obstacles.
oBe alert for unexpected events, such as opening car
doors or cars backing out of concealed driveways.
oBe extra careful at intersections and when preparing
to pass other vehicles.
oDon't carry packages or passengers that will interfere
with your visibility or control of the bike. Don't use
items that may restrict your hearing.
oMaintain a comfortable stopping distance from all
other riders, vehicles and objects. Safe braking
distance and forces are subject to the prevailing
weather and road conditions.
Wet Weather Riding
Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility,
both for the rider and for other vehicles sharing the
road. The risk of accident is dramatically increased in
wet conditions. In wet weather you needto take extra
care. In wet conditions, the stopping power of your
brakes (as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing
the road) is dramatically reduced. This makes it harder
to control speed and easier to lose control. To make
sure that you can slow down and stop safely in wet
conditions, apply your brakes earlier and more
gradually than you would under normal, dry conditions.
Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden braking, and
take corners with additional caution. Keep in mind that
there is a direct, but inverse, relationship between
speed and controllability.
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Be more visible on the road. Wear reflective clothing
and use safety lights.
Potholes and slippery surfaces such as lane markings
and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet.
Night Riding
A rider is very difficult for motorists to see at dusk, at
night, or at other times of poor visibility. If you must ride
under these conditions, check and be sure you comply
with all local laws about night riding; follow the Rules of
the Road, and take the following precautions:
Make sure that your EW-88 is equipped with correctly
positioned and securely mounted reflectors. Make sure
your clothing or cargo does not obstruct a reflector or light.
Wear light colored, reflective clothing and accessories,
any reflective device or light source that moves will help
you get the attention of approaching motorists,
pedestrians and other traffic.
Ride slowly. Avoid hazards, such as potholes and curbs.
Avoid areas of heavy traffic, dark areas, and roads with
speed limit over 35 MPH. If possible, ride on routes
already familiar to you.
Ride at night only if necessary. Slow down and use
familiar roads with street lighting, if possible.
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Other Reminder
The battery does NOT require deep discharging. If your
EW-88 is put into storage, re-charge its battery at least
once every 90 days.
Do not store your EW-88 in direct sunlight for an
extended time.
Store your EW-88 in a dry place. Exposing your EW-88 to
rain, snow, or other precipitation may result in damage.
SPECIFICATIONS
EW-88
COLORS: Red, Blue
POWER: Electric
WATTS: 450 watt
MOTOR TYPE: Brushless motor rear drive
AMPS: 12 AH
VOLTS: 48 volt
BATTERIES: Lead acid
TIRE SIZE: Front: 20”*1.75”: Rear: 22”*1.75”
CHARGER: Smart charger included
SPEED: Up to 17MPH
DISTANCE: Up to 18-25 miles per charge-can still pedal if charge is lost
(distance varies by riders weight , terrain, road surface etc.)
THROTTLE TYPE: Variable speed control- Twist Throttle-or-pedal assisted
KEY START: Yes
FRAME TYPE: Steel
BRAKING SYSTEM: Front drum brake, rear brake expansion brake
DRIVE SYSTEM: Rear hub motor (motor is in rear rim) or Pedal Power
HEAD LIGHT: Yes
CARTON SIZE: Shipped on a pallet
SHIPPING WEIGHT: 149 lbs
BICYCLE WEIGHT: 125 lbs
ELECTRIC LIGHT: Yes
BATTERY INDICATOR: Yes
STORAGE BASKET: Yes
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Key Power
Power
Light
Light
Battery
Indicator
Insert key and turn to power on electronic.
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Forward/Reverse
Switch
Throttle
Brake
Lever
Horn
Twist throttle to engage electric motor.
Press horn (green circle) to engage horn.
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Break Lock
Seat Bolt
Adjust
Squeeze break lever and push down break lock.
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Basket
Basket
Fastener
Remove basket simply flip up all four break fasteners.
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Battery
Located Below Basket
Battery Key
Lock
Turn key to lock or unlock bike battery.
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Charger Plug
and Battery Power Plug
Charger
Plug Port
Fuse
It is important to insert bike power plug into the charger plug
port.
Remove the fuse cap to replace the fuse.
The charger plug port can be used to charge the battery by
simply inserting charger plug directly into the charger port.
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Rear
Break Cable
Adjustment
Front
Break
Cable
Adjustment
Both front and rear brakes can be adjusted by adjusting the
brake cable to your satisfaction.
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Hub Motion
Plug
The hub motor plug must be pulled apart to remove the front
wheel.
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ROUTINE OPERATION
Pre-Ride Check
1) Be sure the tires have enough air. A low tire
pressure risk rim pinching (tube failure) and lowers
your range (distance per charge).
2) Be sure the battery is fully charged. Riding on a
low state-of-charge will reduce range, and can
damage the battery.
3) Verify the proper adjustment and function of the
brakes.
4) Make sure the EW-88 is in good mechanical order.
Visually inspect and hand-check the vehicle, and
and snug any loose bolts, screws, or other
fasteners.
5) With the EW-88 visually inspected, turn the key
switch and apply the throttle, to verify the motor’s
smooth operation. Apply the brake to stop the
motor. Verify that the throttle is inoperative when
either brake is applied.
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Battery Care and Maintenance
What to Expect of Your Batteries
The battery is a sealed lead acid type. With normal use,
it can last for well over 400 charge/discharge cycles.
Know that normal use should mean partial, and not
complete discharging. If you employ “shallow” discharge
cycles, using less than 30% of battery’s capacity, the
battery can achieve up to 600 charge/discharge cycles.
Thus, it is good to charge the battery after each ride. A
partial discharge will require less time on the chargers.
What to Expect, Realistically
The battery can keep its performance for about 400
charge/discharge cycles, with high current and deep
(80%) discharging. The storage capacity of the battery
will decline after 200 times recharging. If you re-charge
the battery before it is exhausted, you dramatically
extend the battery’s cycle life.
In Summary
Always try to recharge the Battery Pack within 24 hours
after use to maximize battery cycle life and prevent
damage.
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What’s Inside Your EW-88 Battery
The Battery is composed of 4-12 Volt, 12 Amp-hour capa-
city batteries in series, for a total capacity of 48 V, 12 Ah.
The component batteries are a standard, commercially
available size. Keep this in mind, however, should you
choose to service your battery.
1) The batteries are soldered into place. Replacing
batteries will require soldering equipment and
skills.
2) Batteries can be extremely dangerous. If allowed
to short-circuit, they can cause burns, create
blinding arcs, or explode, causing serious injury. If
you accept this risk, work slowly, and exercise
utmost care! Work with only one wire at one time.
Battery Trouble
Should abattery ever leak, do not touch the battery
liquid. If you are exposed to the solution, flush the
affected area with water. If you must handle the battery,
wear disposable gloves.
Replace the battery if there are leaks, visible breaks or
cracks.
Dispose of used batteries by taking them to a recycling
center, or according to state and local laws.
Battery Temperature Sensitivity
Ambient temperature will affect almost every kind of
battery. Usually, the battery shows gooddischarging
capability at higher air temperature. When the air
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