neomouv PLIMOA User manual

PLIMOA
PLIMOA N3
USER MANUAL
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Model conforms to safety requirements
Product may differ from photos

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CONTENTS
1- PRESENTATION:........................................................................................................................................... 3
2- ADJUSTMENTS/ASSEMBLY: ..................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Saddle adjustment:.................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1.1 Angle: ............................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1.2 Height:............................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 Adjusting the handlebars:....................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Adjusting the brakes:.............................................................................................................................. 6
2.3.1 V-type front brake:......................................................................................................................... 6
2.3.2 Rear v-type brake: .......................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Adjusting the Nexus 3 (Plimoa N3) speed settings:.................................................................................. 7
2.5 Rack:....................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.6 2.4 Mounting and dismounting the wheels (rear wheels to be handled by a specialist):.................. 8
2.6.1 Front wheel (Plimoa):..................................................................................................................... 8
2.6.2 Rear wheel (Plimoa):...................................................................................................................... 9
2.6.3 Front wheel (Plimoa N3):............................................................................................................. 10
2.6.4 Rear wheel (Plimoa N3):................................................................................................................. 10
2.7 Lights:................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.8 Folding the E-Bike: ............................................................................................................................. 12
3 – USING THE E-BIKE:.................................................................................................................................. 14
3.1 Indexed gearshift:................................................................................................................................. 14
3.2 3.2 Electronic gear shifting: ............................................................................................................ 14
3.3 3.2 Display and controls:................................................................................................................ 15
3.4 Electric assistance:................................................................................................................................ 17
3.4.1 Operation:..................................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.2 Performance:..................................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.3 Technical specifications of the power-assistance system:............................................................ 18
3.4.4 Starting up the battery: ................................................................................................................. 18
3.4.5 The electric motor: ....................................................................................................................... 18
4 – CHARGING THE BATTERY:................................................................................................................... 19
4.1 4.1 NEOMOUV Lithium Ion 36-volt charger.................................................................................. 19
4.1.1 Precautions (safety instructions): ..................................................................................................... 20
4.1.2 Protecting the charger:...................................................................................................................... 20
4.2 Battery .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Recommendations / precautions to take with your battery: ......................................................................... 22
5 – ADVICE FOR INCREASING BATTERY LIFE PER CHARGE:......................................................... 23
6 - UPKEEP AND MAINTENANCE:.............................................................................................................. 24
6.1 Upkeep:................................................................................................................................................. 24
6.2 Lubrication: .......................................................................................................................................... 24
6.3 Maintenance: ........................................................................................................................................ 24
7 - SAFETY – RECOMMENDATIONS:......................................................................................................... 25
8 – TECHNICAL DATA.................................................................................................................................... 26
9 - DECLARATION OF CE CONFORMITY ................................................................................................ 26
10 - CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY....................................................................................................... 26
11 – TERMS OF WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................ 27

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1- PRESENTATION:
Thank you for choosing a NEOMOUV Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-Bike)
E-Bike Presentation:
Notes:
•The symbol indicates important advice or essential safety measures. Follow the various instructions.
•Some adjustment and assembly/disassembly operations require special tools and expertise; perform
these only if you have the skills to do so, otherwise consult your authorised dealer or a specialist.
•The symbol indicates the tools you will need to make adjustments.
• Your e-bike has a serial number engraved on the frame by the fork.
MAXIMUM LOAD:100 KG.FOR YOUR SAFETY,YOU SHOULD NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOAD WHEN
USING YOUR BICYCLE.
Battery
Electric motor
(or front hub for the N3)
Pedal
sensor
Rack (max. load
25 kg)
Controller
Serial number
Gauge

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2- ADJUSTMENTS/ASSEMBLY:
2.1 Saddle adjustment:
6 mm Allen key
2.1.1 Angle:
Loosen the nut under the saddle.
Adjust the angle of the saddle in order to find your most comfortable position. Tighten the nut, with a
maximum tightening torque of 13 Nm.
2.1.2 Height:
The power-assisted bicycle enables you to opt for a lower saddle position than on a classic bike. With power
assistance, you expend less effort and can be seated in a lower position for improved safety. The required
user (cyclist) height for optimal utilisation of the bike ranges from 1.50 to 1.85 m. Adjust your saddle height to
the optimal sitting position as follows:
Loosen the quick-release clamp:
Wearing suitable cycling shoes, sit on the saddle, place one of the pedals in the lowest position, rest one heel
on the pedal, and your leg should rest normally on the pedal without being stretched. Raise or lower the
saddle to get the correct height. While pedalling backwards, you should not have to move your hips from side
to side.
Tighten the quick-release clamp.
Nut
Quick-
release
clamp

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THE SEAT POST SHOULD NOT BE EXTENDED BEYOND THE ENGRAVED SAFETY MARK (VERTICAL BARS).
The minimum height between the highest point of the saddle and the ground is 78 cm.
2.2 Adjusting the handlebars:
6 mm Allen Key
For your comfort, the position of your handlebars should be at least as high as your saddle or a bit higher
according to your preference.Loosen the quick-release clamp and adjust your handlebars to the desired
height. Be careful not to force them, as this may damage the various cables attached to them.
Make sure you tighten the quick-release clamp before using your bike.
To adjust the angle, use an Allen key to loosen the 4 bolts on the stem.
After adjusting the angle, tighten the bolts by turning them clockwise (max. tightening torque: 6 Nm).
Safety mark
Quick-release clamp
Bolts for adjusting the
angle of the handlebars

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2.3 Adjusting the brakes:
5 mm Allen Key
Screwdriver
2.3.1 Front V-type brake:
The front brake is operated by the left handle on the handlebar.
Tighten the nut on the brake handle fully. This adjustment will enable you to compensate later for the natural
slackening of the brake cable.
Loosen the cable clamp and pull the cable until the pads touch the wheel rim. Tighten the cable clamp (pay
particular attention to both ends of the sheath, which must fit easily into the rigid connectors on the brake
handle and V-Brake).
The pads are in the right position when they are an equal distance from the wheel rim. The final adjustment is
made by tightening the bolts on the brake shoes with a screwdriver (a distance of about 0.1 to 0.5 mm from
the wheel rim).
The adjustment has been performed correctly when the wheel turns freely and stops smoothly.

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2.3.2 Rear V-type brake:
The rear brake is operated by the right handle on the handlebar.
As with the front brake (see section 2.3.1), tighten the nut on the brake handle fully. This adjustment will
enable you to compensate later for the natural slackening of the brake cable.
Loosen the cable clamp (see the photos for adjusting the front brake) and pull the cable until the pads are
touching the wheel rim.
Tighten the cable clamp (pay particular attention to both ends of the tubing which must fit easily into the rigid
connectors on the brake handle and V-Brake).
The pads are in the right position when they are an equal distance from the wheel rim. The final adjustment is
made by tightening the bolts on the brake shoe with a screwdriver (a distance of about 0.1 to 0.5 mm from
the wheel rim).
WARNING!IN WET WEATHER OR ON DAMP GROUND,THE BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASES.
2.4 Adjusting the 3-speed Nexus (Plimoa N3):
The Nexus should be adjusted by a specialist. In theory, the Nexus does not require any maintenance, but the
cable may gradually slacken.

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2.5 Rack:
DO NOT LOAD RACK BEYOND THE STIPULATED WEIGHT:25 KG.
Any carrying device or other equipment installed by you on your rack (e.g., child seats, other equipment, etc.)
must be compatible with the robustness and build of the bike.
YOU SHOULD PERIODICALLY CHECK THE TIGHTNESS OF THE RACK’S FASTENINGS.THIS TYPE OF RACK IS NOT
DESIGNED TO TOW A TRAILER.
Any alterations made to the rack by the user will be at their own risk.
When the rack is loaded, changes in the performance of the bicycle must be taken into account (wind stability,
braking distances, changes in direction, etc.). For their safety, the user must be aware of these changes in
operation.
When installing a child seat or panniers, the user must perform a safety check (e.g., hanging straps that are in
danger of being caught in the spokes and causing a fall; check the tightness of the fastenings on the child
seat, the potential for a child's fingers to get trapped under the saddle, etc.)
The reflector and the rear light must not be covered by the equipment or seat that has been fitted to the rack.
The load on the rack must be evenly distributed on both sides to ensure the stability of the bicycle and load
while riding on public roads.
2.6 Mounting and dismounting the wheels (rear wheels to be handled by a
specialist) :
2.6.1 Front wheel (Plimoa):
14 mm open-ended spanner
Dismounting the front wheel:
First loosen the V-brake’s cable clamp to release the pads and enable the removal of the wheel.
Undo the cap nuts on each side and remove the washers.
Raise the bike and tap lightly on the on the top of the tyre to remove the wheel.
Mounting the front wheel:
Put the washers back onto the wheel axle. Raise the bike and insert the wheel axle at the base of the opening
of the fork ends.
Check the position of the washers as well as the centring of the wheel. Screw in the wheel nuts. Alternately
and progressively tighten the wheel nuts on each side (max. tightening torque 25 Nm).
If the wheel is not centred, loosen the nuts and repeat the operation.
DO NOT DISPLACE THE LOCKNUTS,YOU MAY DAMAGE THE BEARINGS.
Adjust your brake again (see section 2.3.1).

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2.6.2 Rear wheel (Plimoa):
THIS OPERATION SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY A PROFESSIONAL;HOWEVER,HERE IS THE PROCEDURE TO
FOLLOW
Tool required: 18 mm open-ended spanner.
Dismounting the rear wheel:
Disconnect the motor (the connector is situated on the right side of the e-bike on the lower horizontal section
of the frame).
Cut the Colson cable tie attaching the motor cable to the frame. Remove the right and left wheel nut covers.
Loosen the nuts. Remove the nuts and the wheel axel washers. Loosen the V-brake’s cable clamp
to release the pad and enable the removal of the wheel.
Remove the chain from the wheel sprocket, while paying attention to how the chain swings.
Move the wheel forward to remove it from the frame and remove the chain from the wheel axle.
Mounting the rear wheel:
Take the wheel and place the chain on the small pinion on the right-hand side, then place the wheel between
the brake pads.
Moving backwards, insert the wheel axle into the housing on the left and right of the frame. Attach the
washers and the wheel nuts. Tighten the nuts by hand initially until they make contact with the frame.
Centre the wheel in relation to the frame and the mudguard. Check the centring and positioning in relation to
the front wheel, as well as the positioning of the chain.
Screw on the wheel nuts on both sides without tightening them. Check the positioning, centring, and position
of the chain again.
Alternately and progressively tighten the wheel nuts on each side (max. tightening torque 30 Nm).
Replace the nut covers.
Reconnect the motor link and replace the Colson cable tie on the frame.
NB: the connector is equipped with a keyed connection. Place the two pins so that they are facing each other
to reconnect the motor correctly (follow the arrows).
Adjust the brake pads (see section2.3.1).
Position the two
pins correctly to
reconnect the
motor plug

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2.6.3 Front wheel (Plimoa N3):
THIS OPERATION SHOULD PERFORMED BY A PROFESSIONAL;HOWEVER,HERE IS THE PROCEDURE TO
FOLLOW
Dismounting the front wheel:
Disconnect the motor (the connection is situated on the right side of the e-bike on the lower part of the fork).
First loosen the V-brake’s cable clamp to release the pads and enable the removal of the wheel.
Undo the cap nuts on each side and remove the washers.
Raise the bike and tap lightly on the on the top of the tyre to remove the wheel.
Mounting the front wheel:
Put the washers back onto the wheel axle. Raise the bike and insert the wheel axle at the base of the opening
of the fork ends.
Check the position of the washers as well as the centring of the wheel. Screw in the wheel nuts. Alternately
and progressively tighten the wheel nuts on each side (max. tightening torque 25 Nm).
If the wheel is not centred, loosen the nuts and perform the operation again.
Reconnect the motor connection and replace the Colson cable tie on the frame.
NB: The connector is equipped with a keyed connection. Place the two pins so that they are facing each other
(follow the arrows) to reconnect the motor correctly.
2.6.4 Rear wheel (Plimoa N3):
Dismounting the rear wheel:
Remove the right and left wheel nut covers. Loosen the nuts. Remove the nuts and the wheel axel washers.
Loosen the V-Brake’s cable clamp to release the pads and enable the removal of the wheel.
Remove the chain from the wheel sprocket, while paying attention to the tilting/rolling of the chain.
Move the wheel forward to remove it from the frame and remove the chain from the wheel axle.
Mounting the rear wheel:
Take the wheel and place the chain on the small pinion on the right-hand side, then place the wheel between
the brake pads.
Moving backwards, insert the wheel axle into the bracket. Attach the washers and the wheel nuts. Tighten the
nuts by hand initially until they make contact with the frame.
Centre the wheel in relation to the frame and the mudguard. Check the centring and positioning in line with
the front wheel, as well as the positioning of the chain.
Screw on the wheel nuts on both sides without tightening them. Check the positioning, centring, and position
of the chain again.
Alternately and progressively tighten the wheel nuts on each side (max. tightening torque 25 Nm).

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Replace the nut covers.
Adjust the brake pads (see section 2.3.1).
Do not adjust the locknuts, you may damage the bearings.
Adjust your brake again (see section 2.3.1).
2.7 Lights:
Your bike is equipped with:
Fixed front and rear lighting: The front and rear lights are powered by the battery. The lights are
activated by pressing the UP and MODE buttons on the control pad simultaneously.
ALWAYS KEEP YOUR LIGHTS CLEAN AND IN GOOD CONDITION.
LIGHTS ARE OBLIGATORY AT NIGHT.
Position the two
pins correctly to
reconnect the
motor plug

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2.8 Folding the E-Bike:
Folding your e-bike is done in stages:
1. Lower the handlebars as far as they will go
2. Fold up the pedals
3. Fold the stand
4. Fold the frame
5. Fold up the stem
1. Lower the handlebars as far as they will go by using the quick-release clamp.
2. Fold the pedals (by pushing them up).
3. Fold your stand. You must first deactivate the safety catch.
4. Folding the frame:
First turn the safety catch
Then turn the quick-release
clamp
The frame is now unlocked and
can be folded

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5. Folding the stem
Pay particular attention to the inverse operation. Unfolding your bike into riding position is done in the same
way as folding it, but please remember that you are responsible for configuring the bike and that it is up to
you to check that the bike is safe to use. Under no circumstances can the manufacturer be held responsible
for any incident or accident incurred by people as a result of faulty assembly on the part of the user (whether
owner or not of the e-bike).
First pull back the plastic hook that secures the
handle
You can then pull on the handle
Press down to release the top of
the stem
The stem can then be folded

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3 – USING THE E-BIKE:
3.1 Indexed gearshift:
PLIMOA:
Your gearshift is composed of a derailleur and 6 sprockets. 1 sprocket with 14 teeth (large development), which
allows you to increase your speed under easy conditions (slight decent, flat); 3 intermediate sprockets with 16,
18 and 21 teeth to use under normal conditions and 2 sprockets (small development) with 24 and 28 teeth for
difficult hills and starts. The (indexed) speed selector is located next to the left handle on the handlebars. Activate it
by moving the lever.
PLIMOA N3:
Your gearshift is composed of a Nexus Shimano 3V.
The (indexed) speed selector is located next to the right handle on the handlebars. Activate it by choosing one of
the three preset positions. Unlike the classic derailleur, you do not have to be pedalling to shift gears. This
makes it possible change gears when the bike is stationary.
3.2 Electronic gear shifting:
Your bike is equipped with 6 levels of electronic assistance:
1Position 0 = No assistance.
2Positions 1 and 2 = economic. In these positions, your e-bike will consume less energy, but the
power may not be enough to tackle an incline.
3Positions 3 and 4 = medium power assistance.
4Position 5 = maximum power. On this position, your e-bike provides you with the most power
assistance but also consumes the most energy.
To scroll through the assistance levels, press the UP and DOWN buttons.
The power selector is located close to the left handle on the handlebar.
Assistance level

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3.3 3.2 Display and controls:
Start-up aid 6 km/h: Pressing and holding the DOWN button (located under the control) will initiate a 6
km/h start-up, which enables the e-bike to start without pedalling up to the speed of up to 6 km/h.
Speed information: Pressing and holding the UP button allows you to select the desired speed
information: instantaneous, average (avg) or maximum (max).
Night mode: Pressing and holding the UP and MODE buttons simultaneously will switch the backlighting
on the display on and off.
DOWN Arrow
Decreases assistance
level
MODE Button
Turns system on and off (Press
for 3 secs)
UP Arrow
Increases assistance
level
Assistance level
Charge level
Clock
Speed
information
TRIP or ODO

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Switching from ODO info to TIME info: One quick press on the MODE button allows you to switch
between the two. ODO shows the total number of kilometres travelled since the bike was first used. TRIP
shows the number of kilometres travelled on your current journey.
Setting the clock: After selecting the ODO mode,press and hold DOWN and MODE simultaneously
until you are able to access the clock settings.
Set the hour using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Press briefly on the MODE button to move to the minutes setting.
Set the minutes using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Press and hold the MODE button to accept your changes and return to normal mode.
Reset trip information (km travelled, average speed, maximum speed): After selecting the TRIP mode,
press and hold DOWN and MODE simultaneously to reset the trip data to zero.

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3.4 Electric assistance:
3.4.1 Operation:
Your bicycle is an electrically-assisted bike: it is equipped with an electric motor, which is located on the rear
wheel. This motor starts automatically (if the ignition is on and the battery is charged) when and only when
you are pedalling (with the exception of the 6 km/h button).
Power assistance is initiated by an electromagnetic detector, which cuts off the motor's power supply as soon
as you stop pedalling.
The motor also stops:
•When you use one of the two brakes;
•When you have reached the speed limit of 25 km/h.
This principle enables the motor to give you its full power when you need it and to save battery power when
you are descending or on flat ground.
This type of energy management gives you a longer battery life per charge. These functions and the energy
management are carried out by an electronic control unit or “controller”.
WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO NOTE THAT ACTIVATION OR DEACTIVATION OF POWER ASSISTANCE MAY LEAD TO
ABRUPT ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION.
3.4.2 Performance:
The power-assisted speed of your e-bike is limited to 25 km/h. At this speed the motor's power supply is
automatically cut off.
The battery life per charge of your bike depends on several factors:
Weight transported:
The expected performance of your bike is based on an average load of 75 kg.
External temperature:
The expected performance of your bike is based on an external temperature of roughly 20°C.
Performance decreases below this temperature, but is only really discernible below 5°C.
Battery wear:
Your battery is designed to deliver stable performance for 750 charge/discharge cycles (or an average
use of 3 years). The battery will still be operational after those 750 cycles but its performance and
therefore range per charge will decrease proportionally.
But the battery life per charge mainly depends on how you use the bike:
The theoretical battery life per charge is based on almost continuous use of the motor over flat or
slightly undulating ground (10 to 20% slopes). If your travel is on flat ground and includes a number
of descents (even if slight), your battery life is increased. If you are ascending inclines of more than
5% (the motor “struggles" above a grade of 8%), your battery life will diminish proportionally.

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3.4.3 Technical specifications of the power-assistance system:
Motor: Brushless type – 250 watts
Battery: 36 V lithium ion cell – 480 Wh, 580 Wh, 630 Wh or 700Wh – Life cycle: 750 complete
charge/discharge cycles under normal load conditions.
Battery life per charge: 70 to 80 km for a 480 Wh battery
80 to 100 km for a 580 Wh battery
100 to 110 km for a 630 Wh battery
110 to 130 km for a 700 Wh battery
(for a user weighing 75 kg at a speed of 18 km/h on a journey in Eco mode).
3.4.4 Starting up the battery:
Your e-bike’s battery does not require any ignition and shuts down automatically in case of prolonged non-
use.
3.4.5 The electric motor:
Located in the hub of the rear wheel (PLIMOA) or the front wheel (PLIMOA N3) is a 250-watt BRUSHLESS
electric motor. It requires no maintenance on your part and has the benefit of a two-year manufacturer's
warranty. After 3 years or 25,000 kilometres, we advise you to get it checked by an authorised dealer or
specialist. Although it is designed to resist water, we do not recommend cleaning it with a high-pressure jet.

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4 – CHARGING THE BATTERY:
4.1 NEOMOUV Lithium Ion 36-volt charger
CHARGER FEATURES
36-volt model
STC-8127LC
Smart charger for a Lithium Ion battery
Voltage
AC220 -240 V
Frequency
50-60 Hz
Charging voltage (load)
42 V
Output current
2.0 A
LED power indicator: red
Charging
LED charge indicator: green
Charged or disconnected from
the battery
Efficiency (at full load)
100 %
Operating temperature range
Between 10° C and 35° C
Humidity
<+ 90 %
Safety standard
EN60335 –1: 2012 + A11 + A13
Weight
300 g
Dimensions
125x62x35 mm
The charger that comes with your bike is compliant with CE manufacturing standards, and with the IEC/EN
60335-1 environmental protection standards. It has been specially designed to recharge the battery of your
electric bike. It will fully recharge your battery in 4 to 6 hours dependent on the ambient temperature and
wear of the battery. This charging time, referred to as “slow”, is deliberate in order to preserve the life of your
battery.
It is easy to operate: plug the charger’s output jack into your battery’s socket, then plug it into the mains.
Connect the charger’s plug to
the battery first and then to the
mains

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Your charger has an charging LED that shows the battery charge level. It is red when the battery is charging
and changes to green once the battery has been charged.
4.1.1 Precautions (safety instructions):
•Do not connect the charger plug to the mains with wet hands (risk of electrocution).
•All charging must be carried out in a ventilated area.
•Always check that the charger is compatible with the local power supply.
•Do not place the apparatus in a damp environment or near a flammable or explosive substance while it
is charging (any charge producing heat involves the risk of fire or explosion).
•Do not store the apparatus while it is hot.
•Do not charge a faulty or worn-out battery.
•Do not leave a plugged-in charger and its connections within the reach of children.
•Do not attempt to disassemble the charger.
4.1.2 Protecting the charger:
•Do not expose it to rain.
•Do not leave the charger disconnected from the power supply (220 volts) but plugged into the battery.
•Do not submerge the charger.
•Do not place any objects on the charger or cover it.
•Look after the charger’s input and output cables.
•To protect the charger after a long charging period (more than 24 hours), disconnect the electrical
connection and let the device rest in a dry and ventilated space.
•Avoid leaving the charger connected to the mains for more than 24 hours.
WARNING! FOR YOUR SAFETY,OPENING THE CHARGER IS PROHIBITED (RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK –HIGH
VOLTAGE). CONTACT YOUR DEALER SHOULD ANY FAULTS OCCUR WITH YOUR CHARGER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY,ALSO LOOK AT THE PICTOGRAMS ON THE BACK OF THE CHARGER.
1) Compliance with CE standards
2) Double insulation
3) Do not throw out with household waste
4) Comply with the polarity
Green LED: battery is charged