KNAAP BIKES AMS User manual

KNAAP BIKES
User manual
KNAAP BIKE AMS
These are the original English instructions.
October 2020
Version 1.0

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION 5
1.1 About this user manual 5
1.2 Typographic conventions 6
1.3 Additional documentation 6
1.4 Contact details 6
2 ASSEMBLING THE BIKE 7
2.1 At a glance…7
2.1.1 Bike 7
2.1.2 Battery and charger 9
2.1.3 Speed control system 10
2.1.3.1 Speed controller, LCD screen 10
2.1.3.2 Pedal assist sensor 10
2.1.3.3 Gear shifter, 7 gears, cassette and rear hub motor 11
2.2 Installing the bike components 12
2.2.1 What is in the box? 12
2.2.2 Installing the front mudguard 14
2.2.3 Installing the front wheel 15
2.2.3.1 Installing the quick release axle in the front wheel 15
2.2.3.2 Installing the front wheel in the front fork 16
2.2.4 Installing/adjusting the handlebar 17
2.2.5 Installing the pedals 20
3 RIDING THE BIKE 21
3.1 Safety notes 21
3.1.1 Safety notes - eBike safety fundamentals 21
2

3.1.2 Safety notes - eBike battery and charger 21
3.2 Using the battery 22
3.2.1 Installing the battery 22
3.2.2 Charging the battery 24
3.2.3 Removing the battery 26
3.2.4 Storing the battery 26
3.2.5 Battery status LEDs 27
3.4 Using the brakes 28
3.5 Using the speed control system (with LCD display) 29
3.5.1 Functions 31
3.5.1.1 Display setting mode 31
3.5.1.2 Advanced settings 33
3.5.1.3 Power indicator function 34
3.5.1.4 Distance function 34
3.5.1.5 Walk assist function 35
3.5.1.6 Rear and front light 35
3.5.1.7 Error codes 35
3.6 Using the gear shifter 37
3.7 Using the lighting system 38
3.7.1 Front light and rear light 38
3.7.2 Reflectors 38
3.8 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FIRST-TIME EBIKE RIDERS 39
3.8.1 Getting acquainted with the bike 39
3.8.2 Mechanical safety check before riding 39
4 MAINTENANCE 42
3

4.1 Cleaning the bike 43
4.2 Adjusting the chain tension 45
4.3 Adjusting the brakes 46
4.4 Lubricating the bike 48
4.5 Maintenance schedule 50
4.6 Torque settings 51
5 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 53
5.1 Transporting the bike and the battery 53
5.1.1 Transporting the bike 53
5.1.2 Transporting the battery 53
5.2 Storing the bike 54
6 PROBLEM SOLVING 55
7 ENVIRONMENT AND DISPOSAL 61
7.1 Disposal of electronic components 61
7.2 Disposal of packaging material 61
8 DISCLAIMER 62
9 TECHNICAL DATA 63
10 MAINTENANCE FORMS 64
4

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About this user manual
This user manual is primarily intended for the Knaap bike owner. Make sure that you read and
understand this manual and the safety instructions contained herein before using the Knaap bike.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
Obey all instructions. This will avoid the risk of fire, explosions, electric shocks and other hazardous
situations that can result in damage to property and/or severe or fatal injuries. The Knaap bike is
equipped with a lithium-battery. Please make sure that you read and understand all safety precautions
when charging and using the battery of your Knaap bike.
Keep all safety information and user instructions for future reference. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for any material damage or personal injury caused by incorrect handling of the Knaap bike or not
obeying the safety instructions. Using the Knaap bike for other than its intended purpose, not
maintaining the bike properly and replacing components by non-original components will void any
warranty claims.
5

1.2 Typographic conventions
The following symbols are used in this user manual:
Danger indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided , may result in
death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related.
1.3 Additional documentation
●Documentation of the Bafang C961 display
●Documentation of the Bafang rear wheel drive unit
●Documentation of the Samsung 36V 21Ah battery
●Documentation of the Shimano 7-speed shifter
1.4 Contact details
This is the original English user manual. The latest version of this manual is available at:
www.knaapbikes.com . Manuals in other languages are available upon request. Should you have any
questions, or if you need technical assistance or information about special tools and materials, or if you
would like to order spare parts, please contact: [email protected]
Send us any feedback you may have by visiting our website or sending us an e-mail. We appreciate your
comments!
Technical support
Should you need technical support, please contact your local Knaap retailer or
[email protected].
6

2 ASSEMBLING THE BIKE
2.1 Product elements
7

8

A. Brake
B. Power Button, Speed controller and light button
C. Handlebar
D. LCD console
E. Gear shifter
F. Brake
G. Stem
H. Mug holder
I. Saddle
J. Battery lock
K. Battery
L. Rear light/reflector
M. Rear mudguard
N. Rear hub motor
O. Derailleur
P. Passenger foot rest
Q. Bike stand
R. Pedal
S. Pedal assist sensor
T. Front fork
U. Quick release axle
V. Front mudguard
W. Headlight
X. Charger
9

Spare part box
S1 Rubber dust covers
S2 Toolkit (see Toolkit  )
S3 Pedals
S4 Charger
10

Toolkit
T1 Allen key 3mm
T2 Allen key 4mm
T3 Allen key 4,5mm
T4. Allen key 5mm
T5 Allen key 6mm
T6 Wrench 8
T7 Wrench 13/15
T8 Wrench 17/19
T9 Screwdriver
T10 Socket for screwdriver
11

2.2 Installing the bike components
An overview of all torque values can be found in section 4.6 Torque settings  .
2.2.1 What is in the box?
1. Open the packaging and remove the bike, the charger and the parts box.
2. Do a visual inspection of the packaging contents:
●Bike NOTICE  The front mudguard, front wheel, handlebar and pedals are still to be
mounted.
●Parts box
●Toolkit
●User manual
3. Remove the foam sleeves from the bike and discard them in accordance with your local waste
disposal regulations.
12

2.2.2 Installing the front mudguard
Tools/Material required:
●Front mudguard ⓥ
●Allen key 4.5 mm Ⓣ3
●Wrench 8 Ⓣ6
1. Remove the front mudguard ⓥ from the packaging.
2. Attach the front mudguard ⓥ onto the hanger ① with the allen key Ⓣ3 and wrench Ⓣ6.
13

2.2.3 Installing the front wheel
2.2.3.1 Installing the quick release axle in the front wheel
1. Remove the quick release axle Ⓤ attached to the front wheel.
2. Remove the end nut ① and the cone-shaped spring ② from the quick release axle Ⓤ.
14

3. Put the quick release axle Ⓤ into the hollow hub ②:
a. Make sure that you insert the quick release axle Ⓤ from the non-driver side.
b. Make sure that the cone-shaped springs ① are on each side of the wheel.
4. Install the end cap ③ on the quick release axle Ⓤ and tighten it from the driver’s side using the
quick release lever ④. Do not fully tighten yet.
15

2.2.3.2 Installing the front wheel in the front fork
Tools/Material required:
●Allen key 4.5mm Ⓣ3
1. Make sure that the foam protection sleeves are removed from the handlebar.
2. Remove the front fork spacer ①.
16

3. Put the quick release axle Ⓤ into the front fork dropouts ①.
Risk of injury. The front wheel axle must be fully seated into the
dropouts. If the wheels are not secured in place, they can go askew
or come out of the dropouts.
17

4. Hold the end cap ① and turn and tighten the quick release lever ②.
5. Tighten the end cap ①, close the quick release lever ②.
The quick release lever must fully close. Otherwise the wheel can
come loose, causing serious injury.
18

19

6. Mount the wire stay ① onto the front mudguard Ⓥ and attach it at both sides of the front
wheel axle ② with the allen key 4.5mm.
7. Make sure that the front mudguard Ⓥ does not touch the front tire.
20