KNAAP BIKES RTD User manual

MARCH 2022 | VERSION 3.0 B | THESE ARE THE ORIGINAL ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS.
USER MANUAL
KNAAP BIKE RTD
WWW.KNAAPBIKES.COM
© Copyright KNAAP BIKES

1. INTRODUCTION 7
1.1 About this user manual 7
1.2 Typographic conventions 8
1.3 Additional documentation 8
1.4 Contact details 9
2. ASSEMBLING THE BIKE 10
2.1 Product elements 10
2.2 Installing the bike components 14
2.2.1 What is in the box? 14
2.2.2 Installing the front mudguard 15
2.2.3 Installing the front wheel 16
2.2.3.1 Installing the front wheel in the front fork 16
2.2.3.2 Installing the braking system 19
2.2.4 Installing/adjusting the handlebar 21
2.2.5 Installing the pedals 24
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TABLE OF CONTENT

3 SAFETY 25
3.1 Safety notes - eBike safety fundamentals 25
3.2 Safety notes - eBike battery and charger 26
4 RIDING THE BIKE 27
4.1 Using the battery 27
4.1.1 Installing the battery 28
4.1.2 Charging the battery 29
4.1.3 Removing the battery 31
4.1.4 Storing the battery 32
4.1.5 Battery status LEDs 32
4.2 Using the brakes 34
4.3 Speed control system (with LCD display) 35
4.3.1 Adjusting the angles of the LCD display and speed controller 36
4.3.2 Switching the LCD display on and off 38
4.3.3 Overview of the main screen 40
4.3.3.1 Battery power level 41
4.3.3.2 Changing the trip information 41
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4.3.4 Using the pedal assist 42
4.3.5 Switching the rear and front light on/off 44
4.3.6 Using the walk assist mode 44
4.3.7 Using the USB port 45
4.3.8 Charging the battery of the LCD display 45
4.3.9 Changing the system settings 46
4.3.9.1 Opening the menu 48
4.3.9.2 Navigating in the menu 48
4.3.9.3 Display settings 49
4.3.9.4 Basic settings 53
4.4.9.5 Error codes 58
4.4 Using the gear shifter 59
4.5 Using the lighting system 61
4.5.1 Front light and rear light 61
4.5.2 Reectors 61
4.6 Recommendationsforrst-timeeBikeriders 62
4.6.1 Getting acquainted with the bike 62
4.6.2 Mechanical safety check before riding 63
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5 MAINTENANCE 65
5.1 Cleaning the bike 66
5.2 Adjusting the chain tension 68
5.3 Lubricating the bike 70
5.4 Maintenance schedule 73
5.5 Torque settings 76
6 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 77
6.1 Transporting the bike and the battery 77
6.1.1 Transporting the bike 77
6.1.2 Transporting the battery 78
6.2 Storing the bike 78
7 PROBLEM SOLVING 80
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8 ENVIRONMENT AND DISPOSAL 87
8.1 Disposal of electronic components 87
8.2 Disposal of packaging material 88
9 DISCLAIMER 89
10 TECHNICAL DATA 90
11 MAINTENANCE FORMS 91
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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re,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.
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.2 TYPOGRAPHIC CONVENTIONS
The following symbols are used in this user manual:
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
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.
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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].
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2. ASSEMBLING THE BIKE
2. ASSEMBLING THE BIKE
2.1 PRODUCT ELEMENTS
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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/reector
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. Wheel axle
V. Front mudguard
W. Headlight
X. Charger
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Spare part box
S1
S3
S2
S4
S1 Rubber dust covers
S2 Toolkit (see Toolkit)
S3 Pedals
S4 Charger
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Toolkit
T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T7 T8 T9 T10T6
T1 Allen key 3mm (to adjust
thepowerbutton,speed
controller and light
button Ⓑ)
T2 Allen key 4mm (to adjust
the LCD console Ⓓ)
T3 Allenkey4,5mm
(to adjust the passenger
foot rest Ⓟand install the
mudboard Ⓥ)
T4 Allen key 5mm
(to adjust the handlebar)
T5 Allen key 6mm
T6 Wrench 8 (to install the
mudboard Ⓥ)
T7 Wrench 13/15 (to mount
the pedals Ⓢ3 and the
front wheel)
T8 Wrench 17/19
T9 Screwdriver
T10 Socket for screwdriver
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2. ASSEMBLING THE BIKE
2.2 INSTALLING THE BIKE COMPONENTS
An overview of all torque values can be found in section 5.5 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,pedalsandbrakingsystem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.
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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 lower plate 1with the allen key Ⓣ3and wrench Ⓣ6.
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2. ASSEMBLING THE BIKE
2.2.3 INSTALLING THE FRONT WHEEL
2.2.3.1 INSTALLING THE FRONT WHEEL IN THE FRONT FORK
Tools/Material required:
• Allen key 4.5mm Ⓣ3 and Wrench 13/15 (Ⓣ7)
1. Make sure that the foam protection sleeves
are removed from the handlebar.
2. Remove the front fork spacer 1.
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3. Put the wheel 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.
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4. Hold the end nut 1and turn and tighten the wheel axle 2.
1
5. Make sure that the front mudguard Ⓥdoes not touch the front tire.
T7
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2.2.3.2 INSTALLING THE BRAKING SYSTEM
1. Remove the red distance holder from the brake system.
NOTICE:Donotusethebrakeleveruntilthebrakesystemisttedontothefrontfork.
2. Attach the braking system to the front fork with the allen key Ⓣ3.
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3. Loosen the two braking system nuts with the allen key Ⓣ3.
4. Press the brake lever and tighten the two braking system nuts again.
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