Rotwild R.C+ HT User manual

MANUAL
R.C+ HT
R.C+ FS
R.X+ FS
R.E+ FS
R.G+ FS
R.T+ HT
ROTWILD
ADP Engineering GmbH
Am Bauhof 5
64807 Dieburg
GERMANY
Telephone [phone]
Internet www.rotwild.com
E-Mail [e-mail]

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Table of contents
1 Identification 4
1.1 Product and type designation 4
1.2 Product version and issue of the instruction manual 5
1.3 Manufacturer and after-sales service 5
1.4 Copyright 6
2 Original instruction manual 7
2.1 General 7
2.2 Language 7
2.3 Copies 7
2.4 Applicable documentation 8
2.5 Using the original instruction manual 8
2.5.1 User 8
2.5.2 Use 9
2.5.3 Writing conventions 9
3 General information 10
3.1 Applicable provisions 10
3.2 Design, general functions 10
3.3 National requirements 11
3.4 Operating elements 12
3.5 Safety information on the product 16
3.6 Weights 17
3.7 Power consumption 17
3.8 Power characteristics 17
3.9 Emissions 18
3.10 Environmental conditions 18
3.10.1 Environmental conditions when charging 19
3.10.2 Environmental conditions when riding 19
3.10.3 Environmental conditions in storage 19
3.11 Information regarding personal protective equipment 20
3.12 Hazards for vulnerable groups 20
4 Basic safety information 21
4.1 Rider requirements 21
4.2 Intended use 21
4.3 Instructions and training 24
4.4 Initial set-up 24
4.5 Emergency stop, emergency shut-off 25
4.6 Problems during operation 26
4.7 Disassembly, disposal 26
4.8 Operator's duty of care 27
4.9 Rider's duty of care 28
4.10 Periodic inspections 28
5 Preparing the bike for use 30

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5.1 Work environment 30
5.2 Transport and storage 30
5.3 Items supplied 31
5.4 Packaging 31
5.5 Set-up 31
6 Making the bike ready to ride 33
6.1 Adjusting the handlebars 33
6.2 Adjusting the saddle 33
6.3 Using the quick release lever and quick release axle bolt 34
6.3.1 Seat post’s quick release lever 34
6.3.2 Wheels: Using the RWS system 36
6.3.3 Assembling the axle bolt on the front wheel 38
6.3.4 Assembling the axle bolt on the back wheel 39
6.3.5 Assembling the axle bolt on the back wheel with MDI 3 drop-outs 40
6.4 Adjusting the gear cables 42
6.5 Adjusting the brakes 43
6.5.1 Brake pad wear 43
6.5.2 Grip width 43
6.6 Adjusting the suspension 44
6.6.1 Adjusting the suspension fork 44
6.6.1.1 Suspension stiffness 44
6.6.1.2 Adjusting the pressure rating 46
6.6.1.3 Adjusting the rebound damping 47
6.6.2 Adjusting the shock absorber 48
6.6.2.1 Suspension stiffness 48
6.6.2.2 Adjusting the pressure rating 50
6.6.2.3 Adjusting the rebound damping 51
6.7 Additional components 52
6.8 Storage and protection 52
7 Operation 54
7.1 General 55
7.2 Kick stands 55
7.3 Total permitted weight 55
7.4 Luggage carriers 56
7.5 Function of the gears 56
7.6 Lowering the saddle 56
7.7 Electric drive system 57
7.7.1 Standard display operating system + remote 58
7.7.1.1 Display 59
7.7.1.2 Control panel on the handlebars 60
7.7.1.3 Turning the drive system on and off 60
7.7.1.4 Lighting 61
7.7.1.5 Level of support 61
7.7.1.6 Pushing aid 62
7.7.1.7 Display screen 62

7.7.1.8 Travel information 63
7.7.1.9 System settings and messages 63
7.7.1.9.1 System messages 63
7.7.2 Mini remote display operating system 64
7.7.2.1 Mini remote display component descriptions 64
7.7.2.2 Mini remote display control panel 65
7.7.2.3 Turning the drive system on and off 66
7.7.2.4 Lighting 66
7.7.2.5 Level of support 67
7.7.2.6 Pushing aid 67
7.7.2.7 Display screen 68
7.7.2.8 System messages 68
7.7.2.9 Setting the unit of measurement 68
7.7.3 Marquardt remote 4311 operating system 69
7.7.3.1 Marquardt remote 4311 component descriptions 69
7.7.3.2 Operating Marquardt remote 4311 69
7.7.3.3 Turning the drive system on and off 70
7.7.3.4 Lighting 71
7.7.3.5 Level of support 71
7.7.3.6 Pushing aid 72
7.7.2.7 Display screen 72
7.7.2.8 System messages 72
7.8 Charger 73
7.9 Integrated drive battery in the down tube 74
7.9.1 Charging the drive battery 76
7.9.1.1 Charging the IPU drive battery 76
7.9.1.2 Charging the IPUr drive battery 78
7.9.2 Mounting and dismounting the drive battery 80
7.9.2.1 IPU drive battery 80
7.9.2.2 IPUr drive battery 80
8 Maintenance, cleaning 83
8.1 Fatigue 83
8.2 Genuine spare parts 84
8.3 Maintenance I 84
8.3.1 Cleaning 85
8.3.2 Tyre pressure table 85
8.4 Maintenance II 86
8.5 Errors - causes and solutions 86
8.6 Transport 88
9 Recycling/disposal 89
10 Appendix 90
10.1 EC Conformity Declaration 90
10.2 Parts list 91
10.3 Service log 97
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1 Identification
1.1 Product and type designation
This original instruction manual is a component of the following bikes assisted by
an electric motor:
- R.C+ HT 2018
- R.C+ FS 2018
- R.X+ FS 2018
- R.E+ FS 2018
- R.G+ FS 2018
- R.T+ HT 2018
Figure 1:
Type plate for R.X+ FS as an
example of ROTWILD 2018 EPACs

1.2 Product version and issue of the instruction
manual
This original instruction manual refers to the 2018 model year which is produced
from October 2017 to October 2018.
This original instruction manual is issued in October 2017.
1.3 Manufacturer and after-sales service
The manufacturer of the bikes assisted by an electric motor is:
ADP ENGINEERING GMBH
Am Bauhof 5
64807 Dieburg
Germany
Tel.: [phone] - 0
Fax: [phone] - 25
Email: [email protected]
URL: www.rotwild.com
After-sales service is provided by the supplying ROTWILD authorised retailer. Their
contact details are in the company stamp which can be found on the reverse of
this original instruction manual. Should you be unable to reach them additional
ROTWILD authorised retailers who can provide after-sales service can be found on
the www.rotwild.com website.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Please register your ROTWILD bike online at www.rotwild.com so we can immedia-
tely confirm the commencement of your warranty. Upon successful registration of
your product you have the right to a complementary extended manufacturer's war-
ranty. Please see the Warranty Terms & Conditions on the ROTWILD website at
www.rotwild.com.
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1.4 Copyright
© ADP ENGINEERING GMBH, 2017
The transmission and reproduction of this original instruction manual, and the ex-
ploitation and communication of its contents is prohibited unless expressly per-
mitted. In the event of infringement you will be liable for damages. All rights re-
served with regard to patent, registered design and industrial design registration.
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2 Original instruction manual
2.1 General
This original instruction manual takes into account the essential requirements of
DIN EN 820791:2012 Preparation of instructions for use, DIN EN ISO 12100:2010
Safety of machinery, DIN EN 4210:2015 Cycles (mountain and trekking bicycles),
DIN EN 15194:2015 Electrically power assisted cycles EPAC and Directive
2014/30/EU on machinery.
Commercial or legal topics which are not relevant to operational safety will not be
dealt with in this original instruction manual.
Technical details and background information regarding the history of ROTWILD
and a lot more besides can be found on the ROTWILD website at http://www.rot-
wild.de/service-kontakt/.
2.2 Language
The original instruction manual is written in German. Further language versions
are translations of the original instruction manual and are invalid without the ori-
ginal instruction manual.
2.3 Copies
This original instruction manual is printed in colour and bound into an external
cover made from thin card [PUR glue]. ADP ENGINEERING GMBH does not accept
any responsibility for copies of any type, for example black and white copies, loose
pages or electronic copies.
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2.4 Applicable documentation
Should a need arise for corrections or supplements they will be marked as such
and issued to operators in printed form via ROTWILD authorised retailers.
The drive battery's charger supplied with the bike is a technically autonomous
unit and is provided with a separate instruction manual.
A continuously updated list of approved accessories can be found at ROTWILD au-
thorised retailers; see section 4.2 Intended use. Any other information does not
apply.
2.5 Using the original instruction manual
2.5.1 User
This original instruction manual is addressed at the riders and operators of the
bikes assisted by an electric motor described herein. It is accordingly aimed at
laypersons.
The operator usually has the authority to dispose of the bike assisted by an elec-
tric motor, allows the rider to use it and provides it to specialists for maintenance
and repair. It is possible that the operator and the rider are different people, for
example in the case of a test ride, rental or loan.
Where text is expressly aimed at technical staff (e.g. bike mechanics) a reference
will be made to this. ROTWILD authorised retailers have qualified, trained staff
who have the appropriate technical training to identify risks and avoid hazards
which could occur during maintenance, servicing and repair of bikes assisted by
an electric motor.
Information for technical staff should not be acted upon by laypersons.
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2.5.2 Use
This original instruction manual should be read before using bikes assisted by an
electric motor so that all the functions can be used properly and safely. This does
not replace the personal briefing from the supplying ROTWILD authorised retailer.
In addition, this original instruction manual should be made available to every
user. The original instruction manual is a component of this bike assisted by an
electric motor. If the bike is one day sold, the original instruction manual should
be handed over to the new owner.
2.5.3 Writing conventions
For better readability this original instruction manual and the translation of the
original instruction manual will be subsequently referred to as the "instruction
manual". The bike assisted by an electric motor will be as follows referred to as
the "bike". The following pictograms and signal words will be used in this instruc-
tion manual for instructions and warnings.
Pictogram/
Signal word Meaning
Failure to observe these warnings will result in death or
serious injury. High risk of danger.
Failure to observe these warnings can result in death or
serious injury. Medium risk of danger.
Can result in minor or moderate injuries. Low risk of
danger.
Information regarding safe use.
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DANGER
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WARNING!
CAUTION
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3 General information
3.1 Applicable provisions
The bikes described in this instruction manual are assisted by an electric motor.
They correspond to the requirements of DIN EN 15194 Electrically power assisted
cycles, amongst others. A declaration has been made that the bike conforms to
the other applicable provisions; an EU Declaration of Conformity is attached to
this instruction manual as an Appendix.
3.2 Design, general functions
The bikes described in this instruction manual are fitted with an integrated elec-
tric drive system. This is comprised of the motor, the drive system's control panel,
the display, the rechargeable drive battery and the external charger which is com-
patible with this drive battery.
The drive system works automatically. As soon as the required muscular energy of
the rider exceeds a certain level the motor gently switches on and assists the
pedal movement of the rider. The motor gently switches off as soon as pedal mo-
vement is interrupted or a speed of 25 km/hr is reached.
A pushing aid can be activated. In this operating mode the bike will be pushed at
walking speed as long as a button on the handlebar is pressed. Releasing the
button will immediate stop this mode.
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3.3 National requirements
There may be deviating requirements in foreign countries regarding the standard
features of bikes. In particular there may be specific requirements regarding ligh-
ting, reflectors and other components to be able to use the bike on the road.
Please look up information regarding the requirements for riders
and vehicles to ride on the road in that particular country before
using the bike.
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3.4 Operating elements
Figure 2: Right hand view of the bike. Example: Rotwild R.C+ HT
1 Suspension fork
2 Gear lever
3 Brake lever
4 Handlebars
5 Drive control panel
6 Stem
7 Rate
8 Frame
9 Bottle holder hooks
10 Saddle clamp
11 Saddle
12 Seat post
13 Rear triangle/swing arm
14 Seat tube
15 Sprocket
16 Rear dérailleur
17 Spoke
18 Rim
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Figure 3: Left-hand view of the bike. Example: ROTWILD R.X+ FS
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19 Tyre/inner tube
20 Chain
21 Front dérailleur
22 Chain rings
23 Crank
24 Pedals
25 Motor
26 Down tube with drive battery
27 Disc brakes
28 Hub
29 Shock absorber
30 Shock absorber attachment to frame
31 Shock absorber attachment to
reversing lever
32 Charging socket
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Figure 4: Bike from the rider's perspective
1 Back brake 3 Dropper Post Lever
(Right brake lever) 4 Display
2 Front brake 5 Control
(Left brake lever) 6 Gear lever
Figure 5: Charger
1 Power cable
2 Charging jack
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Figure 6: Charging socket for the drive battery on the down tube
1 Charger connector
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3.5 Safety information on the product
The following pictograms are used on the product:
Pictogram Meaning
General warning, observe instruction manual
Separate collection of
electric and electronic devices
Separate collection of
batteries
Do not throw into fire
(burning prohibited)
Do not open the battery
Protection class II
device Read the instruction manual
Only for use indoors
Fuse
European Conformity
Observe the instruction manual
Recyclable material
Protect from temperatures above 50 °C
and avoid sunlight
max. 50°C
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3.6 Weights
The following weights are to be taken into consideration for transport:
Model year Model Approx. total weight
(including drive battery)
2018 R.C+ HT 19 kg
2018 R.C+ FS 20 kg
2018 R.X+ FS 20 kg
2018 R.E+ FS 21 kg
2018 R.G+ FS 22 kg
2018 R.T+ HT 23 kg
Amounts are rounded to full kilograms. In cases of doubt weigh the bike individu-
ally in ready-for-use condition.
Weights given refer to the standard model without any accessories.
3.7 Power consumption
The charger can be operated from a standard household plug socket. Voltage: 230
V, 50 Hz
3.8 Power characteristics
The power output of the drive system is limited to 250 Watts (0.25 kW). The cut-
off speed is 25 km/hr. If higher speeds are reached the bike must be slowed down
with the brakes.
When going downhill in the mountains higher speeds can be rea-
ched. The bike is only designed to exceed 25 km/hr for a short pe-
riod of time. The tyres, brakes and frame, in particular, may fail
when subject to higher continuous load.
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3.9 Emissions
The electromagnetic compatibility protection requirements are complied with in
accordance with DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC. The bike and the charger may be used
in residential areas without restriction.
The A-weighted emission sound pressure level is lower than 70 dB (A).
The vibration total value originating from the bike to which the hand-arm system
is subjected is less than 2.5 ms-². The highest root mean square value of weigh-
ted acceleration originating from the bike to which the whole body is subjected
does not exceed 0.5 ms-².
Taking a break from riding is recommended every 30 to 90 minutes in accordance
with the road conditions.
3.10 Environmental conditions
The temperatures of the motor, drive battery and charger are monitored. The drive
system turns itself off as soon as a temperature outside of the permitted tempera-
ture range is reached.
Direct sunlight can lead to the temperature in the drive system significantly ex-
ceeding the permitted temperature.
Do not expose the drive battery to permanent direct sun-
light. Higher temperatures can damage the drive battery
and cause a fire.
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3.10.1 Environmental conditions when charging
Only use the charger in a dry, dust-free environment. The ambient temperature
must be within the range of 0 °C to 40 °C. Do not cover the charger as it heats up
during charging. Ensure the charger is used in a clean and highly inflammable
environment.
The battery will reach its maximum lifespan if charged when the
ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C.
3.10.2 Environmental conditions when riding
The bike can be used during outdoor temperatures of 5 °C to 35 °C. The perfor-
mance of the drive system is restricted outside of this temperature range.
Because of the open construction, infiltrating moisture can interfere with indivi-
dual functions of the bike during cold temperatures. If the bike is to be used in
temperatures less than 3 °C functional impairments must be taken into account.
In outdoor temperatures greater than 30 °C the tyre pressure may increase in ex-
cess of the permitted maximum pressure due to direct sunlight. Tyre pressure
should therefore be monitored and lowered if necessary. Parking the bike in the
shade is recommended.
3.10.3 Environmental conditions in storage
The bike must be stored in a dry place without the drive battery and the charger.
The temperature of storage must be within the range of 5 °C to 25 °C. Optimal
storage temperature: 10 °C to 15 °C.
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