Lacros Mustang M250 User manual
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For your safety
Your safety is very important, so read the following safety advices carefully. More safety tips are listed
further in the manual:
1. The LACROS Electric bicycle is equipped with an electric motor. It is very important that you familiarize
yourself with the bicycle as soon as possible. We advise you to choose the first "practice rides" for easy
roads with little traffic and a smooth road surface.
2. When you want to ride, do not stand on the pedal, but first sit on the saddle and then start pedaling.
3. Ride the first rides preferably without electrical support to get familiar with your bike. After this you can
start with a low setting (electrical assistance).
4. The LACROS bicycles have been tested by our employees. If you have any doubts about the bicycle and/or
the electrical installation of the bicycle, we request that you contact us immediately.
5. Never expose the battery and the charger directly in the sun or heat surfaces. The battery is protected
against heat, but heating is better avoided.
6. Never use any other charger than the one provided by Shinga BV. It is very important for your safety to
always use the original charger.
7. The brakes are equipped with an "ABS" protection. As a result, the electrical assistance stops when you use
the brakes.
8. We recommend wearing a helmet while cycling.
The LACROS bicycles are delivered in accordance with the most recent European guidelines (page 2), if you
have any questions or comments, do not hesitate to contact us.
We are always available for users of LACROS bicycles:
E-mail: service@lacros.nl
Telephone: +31 73 203 2487
Thank you for your trust,
Ton van den Oetelaar
CEO Shinga BV
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Quality standard
Your product is an electric folding bicycle. The bike is foldable at 2 locations, on the stem and halfway
through the frame. The bike is equipped with pedal assistance which is powered by an external battery.
The battery can be located in different locations, such as on the luggage carrier or in the frame. The
battery is charged by means of an external charger. This external charger is seen as a separate product and
is already provided with a CE marking (based on the Low Voltage Directive and the EMC Directive).
The input voltage of the battery is 36V/250W or 48V/500W, the motor power is 250W or 500W (S4) and the
maximum speed of the vehicle is 25 km/h.
Guidelines:
Based on the above product description, the following guidelines apply:
•EMC-directive: 2014/30/EU
•Machine-directive: 2006/42/EG
The Low Voltage Directive does not apply because the input voltage is only 36V. The charger of the battery
is separately marked with a CE mark.
A number of (harmonised) standards from the above guidelines apply.
The following 2 standards are relevant in this context and should also be used as input for all other
documentation:
•NEN-EN 15194:2015 Cycles (Electrically power assisted cycles - EPAC Bicycles)
•NEN-EN-ISO 4210-1:2014 and
•EN ISO 12100:2010
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Table of contents
For your safety......................................................1
Quality standard....................................................2
Unfolding the bike.................................................4
Folding the bike.....................................................5
How to operate the bicycle.....................................6
BS200-Display.......................................................6
Turning on the display...............................................6
Switching bicycle lights on/off ..................................6
Switching between the 9 levels of assistance ..........6
Thumb lever................................................................7
USB-port display.........................................................7
The Shifter (1).......................................................8
How the electric support works .............................. 8
How to charge the battery ..................................... 9
Battery & Charging.............................................. 10
General..................................................................... 10
Charge advice .......................................................... 10
Warnings.................................................................. 10
Safety regulations............................................... 11
Legal requirements ............................................. 12
Environment ................................................................ 12
Periodic maintenance and malfunctions ................... 12
Technical specifications ....................................... 13
Frame number ................................................... 13
Declaration EC.................................................... 14
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Unfolding the bike
Unfold frame
Unfold the front and back frame until the frame is
straight and the hinge closes.
Securing the frame clamp
Secure the frame clamp (A + B) by clamping the hook part
behind the rear part of the frame and then against the front
part of the frame.
Then press the plastic retaining cap over the frame clamp.
Unfold and secure the steering wheel
Fold up the steering column (A) and secure it with the
steering clamp (B). Make sure that the round head
screw fits well into the handlebar clamp.
Then secure the handlebar clamp by turning the locking
ring in the handlebar clamp (located around the
steering column near the handlebar clamp).
Unfold Pedals
Unfold the pedals by pushing them into horizontal
position. The pedal will automatically move to the
correct position.
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Foldingthe bike
Folding Pedals
Fold in the kickstand of the bicycle and fold the pedals
by pushing the entire pedal towards the bicycle and
then folding it up/down.
Note: Position the pedals in such a way that they
cannot damage the frame when the bicycle is folded.
Handlebar clamp
First loosen the plastic retaining ring from the
handlebar clamp. Release the clamp (B) of the steering
joint, and then fold the steering column (A) down.
Frame clamp
Open the center hinge mount (on the right side of the
frame tube) by pulling the lock up. After the lock is
released, pull the clamp (A + B) outwards to release the
clamp. The frame is now open and ready to fold.
Note: Do not use excessive force to release the clamp.
Folding the frame
Stand to the left of the bicycle and foldthe front wheel
towards the rear wheel so that the wheels are connecting.
Under the bottom bracket is a triangular support on which the
bicycle can rest when folded.
Secure folded condition
Secure the bicycle when folded by securing the wheels
together. It is recommended to protect the handlebars
and frame during transport by wrapping with, for
example, a blanket.
(1)
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How to operate the bicycle
Switch on battery and read battery status
With the Lacros Mustang bicycle, the battery is located behind
the saddle. Switch on the electrical system by turning the key
(1) to the right. (Note, you have only activated the battery, the
display is still off). The number of lights on top of the battery
indicates the battery charge. This is a rough indication of the
battery charge. To turn off the battery, turn the key to the
left.
1 = Lock + On/Off switch
BS200-Display
Turning on the display
Press the “M” button (1) on the left of the display
to switch on the bicycle's electrical circuit. Note
that the battery is already on. A menu now
appears on the display, the electrical circuit is
switched on.
1 = On/off button display
2 = Increase support + Lights
3 = Decrease support
Switching bicycle lights on/off
You switch on the bicycle lights by pressing the red button
on the handlebars.
Horn
You activate the horn by pressing the green button on the
steering wheel.
Switching between the 9 levels of assistance
The electric assistance has 9 levels. These are shown at
the bottom left of the display. These 9 levels can be
adjusted by briefly pressing the ''+'' (2) and ''–'' (3)
button.
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Other options of the display
Briefly pressing the ‘’M’’ key successively scrolls through
various data at the bottom of the display:
(J) = Total milage (ODO)
(K) = Tripmode (TRIP)
(L) = Cycled time (TIME)
(M) = Maximum speed (MAX)
Note: Trip, Time and Maximum Speed are reset by holding the
''–'' button. The Trip, Time and Maximum Speed are now reset.
Thumb lever
By pushing the thumb lever (A) down when
stationary, you activate the walk mode which
provides support up to 6 km per hour. Note: The
walk mode via the thumb lever does not work when
the bicycle is in electrical support level “0”. By using
the thumb lever while cycling, the electric
assistance goes directly to its maximum speed (25
km/h).
USB-port display
Below the display on the driver's side you will find a USB port
(A) where you can charge, for example, your phone or
navigation while cycling. Charging only works when you press
and hold the “M” key and the “+” key for 2 seconds. This is
how you activate the USB port.
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The Shifter (1)
The derailleur shifting mechanism is located on the right
side of the handlebar. It features a “+” (A) and “–” (B)
thumb/finger controls. Pressing (B) shifts up, pressing (A)
shifts down. At (C) you can read the current gear.
Note: Keep pedaling while shifting. However, do not apply
excessive force to the pedals when shifting.
The Shifter (2)
The derailleur shifting mechanism is mounted on the
handlebar, and it features “–” (B) and “+” (C) thumb
controls. The “– “ (B, down) or “+” (C, up) can be
used to shift between gears.
How the electric support works
The bicycle works on PAS (pedal support) by means of a magnet rotation sensor. This means that the
electric assist starts the moment the pedals rotate. In addition, there is a thumb lever on the left side of the
handlebars to quickly and easily switch on the maximum support (which is separate from the levels of
support 1 to 9). As long as the thumb lever remains forward (while pedaling), the motor will provide
maximum assistance, similar to assistance level 9 on the display.
Support is interrupted when:
-You stop pedaling.
-You use the brakes.
-You release the thumb lever.
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How to charge the battery
The battery has one charging point (1) on the right side of
the battery. It is recommended to connect the charger to
the battery first and then insert the 220V plug into the
powersocket. It is better for the battery to recharge after
every ride. The charger will stop charging when the battery
is full. When the battery is full (when the light on the
charger turns green), the charger may be disconnected.
Red (Power on/Charging)
Green (Power off/Full Charge)
Remove battery
The battery can be removed from the battery bay by
pressing the key (1) and turning it to the left, and then gently
pull the battery upwards. Before doing this, remove the
seatpost and saddle from the bicycle.
Always lock the battery when you put it back. The display
cannot be turned on and the battery may vibrate loose while
cycling.
Range
The range represents the distance in kilometers that can be covered with a fully charged battery. The
range is influenced by various factors:
•Battery capacity (Ah) and voltage (V)
•Electric support Level
•The carrying weight on the bike
•Amount of pedaling power delivered by the rider
•Ambient temperature (battery capacity decreases below 10°C)
•Wind force
•Tire pressure (3.5 bar/50.7 psi)
•Road surface condition
As the battery ages, the range decreases.
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Battery & Charging
General
•The battery can be charged both in and out of the bicycle.
•When replacing the battery, make sure that the contacts of the battery and the contacts of the battery
bay are properly aligned.
Charge advice
•Always charge the battery with the Lacros charger supplied with the bicycle. Do not use any other
charger.
•The first 2 charges of a new bicycle must be more than 60%. To realize this, wait the first 2 times with
charging, until the battery indicator on the display has dropped below 40%.
•After the battery is fully charged, charging stops automatically. Recharge the battery only when the red
indicator light on the charger becomes visible again.
•After 2 full charges (first 2 charges), the battery does not have to run below 40% before you start
charging again. The battery can always be recharged, even after short rides.
•The battery remains in good condition if you recharge the bicycle after every use (regardless of distance).
•The warranty on the battery is void if deep discharge is found (this can only happen if you leave the
battery on and put it away for a long time without recharging.)
•In case of long-term storage: fully charge the battery, disconnect the battery from the charger and the
bicycle and switch off the battery by pressing the on/off button for4 seconds. (You will see that the
battery is off when your bike's display turns off.) Charge the battery at least once every 2 months.
•The battery performs less well below 10°C, you will then have less capacity and will therefore be able to
cycle fewer kilometers on a single battery charge.
Warnings
Read the warnings below carefully.
•Do not expose the battery to fire or heat. Never put the battery in fire.
•Do not drop or damage the battery.
•Do not immerse the battery in water or any other liquid.
•Keep the battery away from children.
•Never open the battery without permission from Shinga B.V. The battery has a seal. Breaking the seal voids
the warranty, unless Shinga B.V. gives permission.
•Do not put liquids or metal in the charger.
•Do not connect the charger to the battery with wet hands.
•Do not touch the charger in case of lightning.
•Do not use the charger in a very humid environment.
•Do not use the charger forany purpose other than charging the associated battery.
•Provide good ventilation at the location of the battery and charger during charging.
•Do not connect the charger to the mains voltage when the charger is not in use.
•Do not charge the battery in direct sunlight.
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Safety regulations
•Read the supplied manual of your bicycle before using it for the first time.
•Strictly follow the traffic rules.
•Never disassemble the bicycle yourself. If replacement of a part is necessary, please contact your dealer or
Shinga B.V. for the relevant part.
•Do not lend your bicycle to people with little experience with an electric bicycle.
•Do not ride under the influence of mind-altering drugs or alcohol.
•Never load the bicycle beyond its maximum load capacity.
•Do not modify your vehicle yourself. As a result, the warranty and liability will become null and void.
•The maximum speed of the vehicle is 25 Km/h.
•If the front fork, steering column or handlebars are bent after an accident, they must under no
circumstances be bent back into their original position to prevent breakage. Contact your Shinga dealer or
Shinga B.V. directly to have the damaged parts replaced.
•STEERING-/ SEATPOST: See picture 1. Ribbed lines are engraved in the seatpost and handlebar stem. This is
the minimum length that must remain in the frame (at the seat post) or in the steering column (at the
stem).
•STEERING-/ SEATPOST: See picture 2. These clamps allow you to adjust the saddle and handlebars to the
correct height. Make sure these clamps are tight.
Figuur 1: STEERING-/ SEATPOST
Figuur 2: STEERING-/ SEATPOST
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Legal requirements
Legal requirements
According to European legislation, the described vehicle is a bicycle, because the vehicle complies with the
following regulations:
•From 6 km/h, the support is only active when the user is pedaling.
•The support is active up to a maximum of 25 km/h.
•The delivered power is a maximum of 250 Watts or 500 Watts.
According to Dutch law, the described vehicle is a bicycle, because the vehicle has the following parts:
•Two independent, well-functioning brakes.
•Headlight with white or yellow light & taillight with red light and reflector.
•Wheel reflector and/or reflective tires and/or reflective rims.
•Pedals with yellow reflectors.
Environment
In accordance with the Ministry of Housing, Spatial Planning and the Environment with the environmental
regulations of the collection and processing of batteries, we recommend that you always return the battery to
your dealer or Shinga B.V. if the battery is defective. They are obliged to collect the battery and are
responsible for the further processing of the battery.
Periodic maintenance and malfunctions
Your e-bike needs regular maintenance. Shinga BV or your dealer can advise you on the optimal use and
maintenance of your e-bike. If you have any questions or problems with your e-bike, please contact the
(Shinga) dealer or Shinga B.V.
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Technical specifications
•Dimensions unfolded (L x W x H): 172x64x118
•Dimensions folded (L x W x H): 100x55x78cm
•Frame: Aluminium
•Motor type: rear wheel motor
•Motor voltage: 36V/250W 48V/500W
•Motor power: 250W 500W (limited to 25km/h)
•Sensor: Magnet rotation
•Batterij type: Lithium polymer (heat resistant cells)
•Battery Specifications: 13Ah/36V 15.6Ah/48V
•Range: ± 40 km/ ± 80 km
•Pedal assist: 9 levels
•Gears: Shimano 7 derailleur
•Maximum load: 140 kg
•Gross weight: 27.5 kg (250W) 29.5 kg (500W)
•Net weight (without battery and saddle): 24kg (250W) 26kg (500W)
•Wheel diameter: 20 inch
•Maximum speed: 25 km/h
Maintenance
We recommend the first service of your bicycle after 1000 km. After the first service, we recommend that you
come every 2500 km or annually with your bicycle for a service. To extend the life of your bicycle, we
recommend that you keep the chain and derailleur clean and lubricate your chain with chain oil once every 3
months.
The valves
The tires are now equipped with a Blitz valve which can be inflated with a standard bicycle pump. An adapter
nipple fits on these valves to go from bicycle valve to car valve.
Frame number
The frame number can be found on the front of the bicycle. This is punched into the paint just above the front
fork. With the Gemini, the frame number can be found under the left crank to which the pedal is attached.
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Declaration EC
Supplier:
Technical files:
Manufacturer:
SHINGA B.V.
NIEUWE EERDSEBAAN 16
5482 VS SCHIJNDEL, THE
NETHERLANDS
VAN DEN OETELAAR (SHINGA B.V.)
NIEUWE EERDSEBAAN 16
5482 VS SCHIJNDEL, THE
NETHERLANDS
SHINGA B.V.
NIEUWE EERDSEBAAN 16
5482 VS SCHIJNDEL, THE
NETHERLANDS
Product: Electric folding bike
Model:
Name: LACROS Mustang 250W/500W S4
THIS ELECTRIC BIKE IS PRODUCED IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GUIDELINES OF THE
EUROPEAN UNION REGARDING ELECTRIC BIKES WITH A MAXIMUM SPEED <= 25 KM/H AND A MAXIMUM
(ENGINE) POWER OF 250W
THE FOLLOWING “EN” (ISO) STANDARDS APPLY:
EN ISO 12100:2010; EN 15194:2009; EN 14764:2005; EN 349:1993+A1:2008; EN 953:1997+A1:2009; EN
13857:2008
THE EC APPROVAL GUIDELINES:
2006/42/EC MACHINERY DIRECTIVE; 2006/95/EC LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE; 2004/108/EC ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE (2014/30/EU), MACHINERY DIRECTIVE (2006/42/EC)
EXECUTING AUTHORITY EC CERTIFICATION: ENTE CERTIFICAZIONE MACHINE S.R.L., VIA MINCIO 386, 41056
SAVIGNANO, ITALY; NOTIFIED AUTHORITY EC TYPE INVESTIGATION NUMBER: 1282
CERTIFICATE NUMBER: 111123/ZJV845
CERTIFICATE DATE: NOVEMBER 2011
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