Merkava Falcon 5/8K User manual
Falcon 5/SK
User
Manual
Falcon5/8K
Quick
Start
Guide:
DISCLAIMER:
We
recommend
having
a
bicycle
mechanic
assemble
this
eBike.
1. Carefully remove contents
of
box
out
of
the packaging.
You
will find:
• 1 x Falcons/SK
• 1 x 110V Charger+ basic tools
•
Mud
Guards
2.
Install Front wheel and tighten bolts.
3.
Place
handle bar in place and tighten alien screws
4.
Place
LED
lamp in place and tighten bolts
5.
Place
seat
to
desired height and tighten quick release latch.
6.
If
you purchased a Falcon5/8K
with
motocross seat you will need
to
remove both frame side
panels in order
to
tighten the bolts
of
the seat into the frame.
7.
Inflate tires
to
about
35-40PSI
8.
Place
your Falcon5/8K in a clean and dry environment and proceed
to
visually check
the
components and ensure
that
all screws and bolts are tightened and
that
tires are correctly
inflated. Check and adjust break levers
to
your preference and check
that
the single speed
derailleur functions properly. This
is
usually already done once
at
the
factory and once
before shipping
but
as
a precautionary measure we recommend you do this
as
well before
riding.
9. Charge your Falcon5/8K in a clean and dry environment
at
ambient temperature until light
on
the
charger turns
from
red
to
green.
See
below
for
instructions on maintaining your
battery life.
10. Once you've familiarized yourself
with
the
digital display you will be ready
to
ride.
Please
ride carefully!
(see
attached instruction
for
SW900 Intelligent display)
IMPORTANT
NOTE:
TO
AVOID
DAMAGING
YOUR
BATTERY
PACK
WE
STRONGLY
RECOMMEND
USER
SHUTS
DOWN
AND
RECHARGE
THE
FALCONS/BK
ONCE
BATTERY
LEVEL
REACHES
10%.
YOU
WILL
ENTER
THIS
CRITICAL
LEVEL
SHORTLY
AFTER
YOUR
DISPLAY
SHOWS
1
BAR
OR
REACHES
40V
IN
THE
VOLTAGE
METER.
SW900
Display
operation:
1.
To
start your eBike insert key and
turn
once clockwise then long press
the
"M"
button
to
activate the display.
2.
To
turn
off
your eBike long press the
"M"
to
deactivate the display and
turn
the key counter
clockwise before removing it.
3.
Short pressing the
"M"
button will toggle between various informations on
the
screen such
as
TRIP
DISTANCE,
ODOMETER,
AVG
SPEED,
MAX
SPEED
etc.
4.
You
can
change the
Pedal
Assist Mode from 1
to
5 using the
"Up"
and
"Down"
arrows while
riding.
5.
You
may also ride thie eBike using the
throttle
only.
6.
You
should only
use
ONE
riding mode at a time.
If
using
throttle
do
not
pedal.
If
pedaling
with
pedal assist mode do
not
use
throttle.
7. Please note,
throttle
only riding will lower
the
max range on a charge considerably.
8.
To
enter
the "Walk" mode (constant
6km/hr
speed) long press the
"Down"
arrow.
9. To
turn
on
the
headlight, press the yellow button on the handlebar.
Parameter
settings
functioning:
1.
Long press
"Up"
and "Down" arrows simultaneously
to
enter settings mode. To exit settings
mode repeat
to
long
press
"Up"
and "Down" arrows simultaneously.
2.
To change
the
current setting short press either the "Up"
or
"Down" arrow.
3.
Short press
the
"M"
button
to
save
the setting and move
to
the next setting.
4. Repeat the above
for
all settings and then exit the setting mode by Long pressing
"Up"
and
"Down"
arrows simultaneously
Various
Parameter
Settings:
1.
POl:
Screen
Brightness.
Ranges
from
darkest
(1)
to
brightest
(3).
2.
P02:
KM
or
Mile
selection
3.
P03:
Voltage
selection.
This
should
remain
at
72V
4.
P04:
Auto
shut
off.
0
value
means
display
will
not
shut
off
when
not
in
use.
We
suggest
setting
this
value
to 2
or
3
min.
5.
POS:
PAS
Grades.
Leave
as
Is.
6.
P06:
Wheel
size.
Enter
19,
21
or
26
depending
on
your
eBike.
This
is
usually
set
at the
factory.
7.
P07:
Speed
measuring
magnet.
This
is
usually
set
at the
factory.
8.
POS:
Speed
limit
for
PAS
mode
(pedal
assist
mode)
0-SOkm/hr
where
SOkm/hr
equals
no
limit.
If
riding
using
throttle
only
this
will
not
affect
top
speed
9.
P09:
Zero
start
and
non
zero
start
mode.
0 =
Zero
start
inode
and
1 =
Non
zero
start
mode.
Zero
start
mode
means
the throttle will
deliver
power
to the
rear
wheel
even
if the
bike
is
at a
complete
standstill.
It
is
the
ideal
setting
but
carries
the
risk
of
someone
unintentionally
depressing
the
throttle
while
not
on
the
eBike
and
losing
control
of
it.
Non
Zero
start
mode
means
the
eBike
needs
to
be
in
motion
before
the
throttle
starts
delivering
power
to the
rear
wheel.
It
is
a
safer
mode
but
not
as
practical
given
that
these
are
fairly
heavy
eBikes.
Most people tend
to
use
the
throttle
gently at first
to
gain some momentum before starting
to
pedal.
If
this is your choice then you must set this value
to
0 =Zero start mode.
10.
Pl0:
Driving modes
0 =
PAS
ONLY.
Throttle will not work
1 =Throttle
ONLY.
PAS
will not work. (If you have foot
pegs
instead
of
pedals you should set
this
to
1)
2 =
PAS
and Throttle
will
function. However
if
you
have
set the previous parameter
P09
to
Non
Zero Start then the Throttle will not function.
IMPORTANT:
AVOID
PEDALLING
AND
USING
THROTTLE
AT
THE
SAME
TIME.
EITHER
PEDAL
ON
PAS
MODE
OR
USE
THROTTLE
ONLY.
Doing both
serves
no purpose.
11.
Pll:
PAS
sensitivity:
Range
1-24 (Factory setting
is
3)
12.
P12:
PAS
start strength:
Range
0-5
(Factory setting
is
3)
13.
P13:
PAS
magnet type.
Leave
as
is
14.
P14:
Controller Current limit.
Leave
as
is
15.
PlS:N/A
16.
P16:
Reset
ODOMETER.
Long
press
"UP" arrow
for
5
seconds
to
reset the
ODO
to
0KM.
IMPORTANT
NOTE:
TO
AVOID
DAMAGING
YOUR
BATTERY
PACK
WE
STRONGLY
RECOMMEND
USER
SHUTS
DOWN
AND
RECHARGE
THE
FALCONS/SK
ONCE
BATTERY
LEVEL
REACHES
10%.
YOU
WILL
ENTER
THIS
CRITICAL
LEVEL
SHORR
Y
AFTER
YOUR
DISPLAY
SHOWS
1
BAR
OR
REACHES
40V
IN
THE
VOLTAGE
METER.
Maintaining
your
Falcon5/8K
battery
pack:
Before
shipping,
each
and
every
transporter
is
checked
for overall quality control
and
condition of
battery
pack.
Battery
is
tested
and
fully
charged
before
shipping.
The
lithium ion technology
is
intended to last for
several
years
while
being
charged
and
discharged
many
times.
However,
the battery's life
span
will
depend
on
your
care
of
the battery.
Battery life will
depend
on
your maintenance
and
care
of
the battery.
Falcon5/8K
uses
advanced
Lithium-Ion batteries
made
with
high
capacity
PANASONIC
cells
and
they
should
be
charged
at least
once
a month
(when
not
in
use)
to
ensure
the longevity
of
your battery.
Make
sure
to only
use
our
supplied
72V
charger
on
your
72V
battery.
Allow your battery to
rest
for
10
minutes after
charging
before riding
and
for
10
min
after riding before
charging.
Unplug
your battery
charger
after the light turns
green
indicating your battery
is
fully
charged.
Always
unplug the
charger
from the wall outlet before
plugging
or unplugging the other
end
into your
Falcon5/8K
.
Typical
charging
time after the battery
has
reached
the
10%
critical low
level
is
between 6 to 8 hours
using
the provided
SAh
charger
.
Caution:
Do
not
expose
your battery to extremely low or
high
temperatures
to
avoid potential
damage
to your battery.»
IMPORTANT
NOTE:
TO
AVOID
DAMAGING
YOUR
BATTERY
PACK
WE
STRONGLY
RECOMMEND
USER
SHUTS
DOWN
AND
RECHARGE
THE
FALCONS/SK
ONCE
BATTERY
LEVEL
REACHES
10%.
YOU
WILL
ENTER
THIS
CRITICAL
LEVEL
SHORnY
AFTER
YOUR
DISPLAY
SHOWS
1
BAR
OR
REACHES
40V
IN
THE
VOLTAGE
METER.
Warranty information:
Merkava stands behind its products. All our transporters benefit from a 2 year limited
warranty.
The COMP
ANY
warrants that the frame
will
be
free
from
defects in the materials and
workmanship
for
a period
of
2 years.
The COMPANY warrants that the motor and battery pack will
be
free from defects in the
materials and workmanship for a period
of
1 year*.
The COMP
ANY
warrants that the electrical components including the controller and
charger will
be
free from defects in the materials and workmanship
for
a period
of
6 months.
Before shipping,
we
conduct spot checks
on
our transporters
to
validate overall quality and
condition
of
electrical components including motor and battery pack. These checked units have
their battery tested and fully charged before shipping.
The lithium ion technology
we
use is intended
to
last
for
several years while being charged and
discharged many times. However, the battery's life span will depend on your care
of
the battery.
If
the PRODUCT proves defective
AND
a claim
is
filled during the warranty period, the
COMPANY at its option, will:
Repair the PRODUCT by means
of
telephone support, email support, or by providing the
necessary parts at
no
charge.
Warranty claims must
be
filed with Merkava by email: [email protected]
*Warranty on battery will
be
limited
to
6 months
if
it
is
determined that our guidelines for proper
battery care have not been followed.
The following are not covered by the warranty:
• Wear and tear on frame, grip tape, levers, tubes, tires, brake discs, brake pads, cables,
seats, plastic fairings and any other component which wears out naturally during usage.
• Minor scratches and stress marks that
may
occur during shipping and handling._
• Water damage caused by exposing sensitive electrical parts
to
water such as washing
transporter with hose or pressure washer.
• Accidents, misuse, abuse, human errors or lack
of
maintenance.
• Acts-of-god such
as
fire, flood, earthquake, freezing, etc
Warranty information
continued:
The following will void
the
warranty:
•
The
modification
of
your transporter or
use
outside
th<>se
specified
on
this site.
•
The
serial number
of
the product
has
been altered or removed.
•
The
product has been dismantled
and
repaired/reassembled improperly or with
aftermarket parts.
• Overloading your transporter.
• Storing your transporter outdoors.
IMPORTANT
NOTE:
TO
AVOID
DAMAGING
YOUR
BAMRY
PACK
WE
STRONGLY
RECOMMEND
USER
SHUTS
DOWN
AND
RECHARGE
THE
FALCONS/SK
ONCE
BATTERY
LEVEL
REACHES
10%.
YOU
WILL
ENTER
THIS
CRITICAL
LEVEL
SHORnY
AFTER
YOUR
DISPLAY
SHOWS
1
BAR
OR
REACHES
40V
IN
THE
VOLTAGE
METER.
Safe
Operation:
Always
wear
a
Helmet
•
Always
Start
in
the
slow
Pedal
Assist
mode
• Grip both hand grips
• Check brake level
for
positive braking action
•
Press
"M"power
button on
the
display
• Start pedaling,
motor
will kick in within a second
or
two
• Once your comfortable riding
the
eBike you can start using
the
throttle
instead
of
pedaling.
Please
note,
throttle
only riding will lower
the
max range on a charge
considerably.
•
ALWAYS
follow
your local laws regarding eBikes and be respectful
of
other
riders on
the
trails.
Helmet
Always wear
an
ASTM
and
CPSC
certified helmet when riding. Make sure
that
chin strap
is
attached before
your
ride and follow
the
helmet manufactures instructions
for
proper user and
fit.
Footwear
Make sure
to
always wear shoes
that
have good traction on
the
pedals and will stay on
your
feet.
Brakes
Squeeze
the
hand brake levers
to
ensure there
is
positive braking action before starting your
ride.
IMPORTANT
NOTE:
TO
AVOID
DAMAGING
YOUR
BATTERY
PACK
WE
STRONGLY
RECOMMEND
USER
SHUTS
DOWN
AND
RECHARGE
THE
FALCONS/BK
ONCE
BATTERY
LEVEL
REACHES
10%.
YOU
WILL
ENTER
THIS
CRITICAL
LEVEL
SHORTLY
AFTER
YOUR
DISPLAY
SHOWS
1
BAR
OR
REACHES
40V
IN
THE
VOLTAGE
METER.
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