Small Innovations BlinkerGrips User manual

MANUAL
For your own safety read the operating instructions and safety information in this manual before using BlinkerGrips. CHANGING THE BATTERY
BlinkerGrips indicate when the batteries need changing by blinking faster than normal.
Changing the batteries is also needed when the brightness of BlinkerGrips becomes very weak.
Please always use fresh LR03 (AAA) batteries of the same or equivalent make.
To replace the batteries, do the following:
Loosen the screw on the clasp and then pull the diffuser and the clasp off away from the main
body.
Slide the exposed circuit board gently to the side. Please avoid to touch any electronic
components on the circuit board, as this may cause damage to the electronics.
Remove the used batteries.
Insert new batteries and slide the circuit board back in it's original position. Make sure to insert
the batteries at the correct polarity. Positive battery pole must be on the outside.
Again insert the clasp and diffuser in a way they are flush with the body, and turn the screw
clockwise until the BlinkerGrip is firmly secured to the handle bar.
EXTRERNAL POWER SUPPLY
Depending on the version, BlinkerGrips can be used in combination with side runner or hub dynamos
or main batteries of electric bikes and Pedelecs.
Please note that when using BlinkerGrips with an external power supply the alkali batteries must be
replaced with rechargeable batteries. Make sure to charge the batteries before using them for the first
time. BlinkerGrips can be used with either AC or DC voltage up to 12V. To connect your BlinkerGrips to
an external power supply do the following:
Plug in both of the included bifilar connection cables into the connector, located underneath the
button.
Line the remote ends of cables to the external power supply. Fix the cable down if possible using
cable ties. Make sure that the cables have enough moving room.
Connect the two strands of each connection cable in parallel to the power supply. Polarity is
irrelevant. In a single wire cabling, create a ground connection by connecting one of the cables
directly to the bicycle frame.
OPERATION
Blinkergrips offer you following usage modes:
DIRECTION INDICATORS
To activate the direction indicator press and release the button on the respective side of the
handlebar. The LED will flash for about 15 seconds and will then turn off automatically.
You can stop the direction indicator at any time by pressing and releasing the button again.
SIDE MARKER LIGHTS
To switch on the side marker lights, press and hold the button on the respective side of the handlebar
for a minimum of 3 seconds until the LED lights up. Release the button.
To switch off the side marker lights, press and hold the same button for at least 3 seconds again until
the LED turns off.
Please note that BlinkerGrips will turn off the side marker lights automatically to protect the batteries
and save energy if the button is not pressed for a period of 10 minutes.
INSTALLATION
Please make sure that both ends of the free and non-curved handlebar grip areas are at least 130 mm
in length. If necessary, move the adjacent fittings.
Before installation, remove any existing handlebars and handlebar plugs.
Clean and degrease the ends of the handlebar thoroughly with alcohol or isopropanol.
Slightly loosen the screw on the clasp by turning it anticlockwise.
Insert and slide BlinkerGrip onto the handlebar and make sure it is well aligned. If necessary
gently tap on the diffuser with your palm to ensure that the handlebar has reached the end of
the cavity.
Turn the wrist rest in small movements in a pleasant and comfortable position.
Turn the screw clockwise until the BlinkerGrip is firmly secured to the handle bar.
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version 1.0
diffuser screw
clasp
contact
button
The recommended tightening torque of 2 Nm should not be exceeded. Make sure to
check the installation before your first trip. Also afterwards we recommend you
regularly ensure that BlinkerGrips are firmly attached to the handlebar. If it is not
possible to have BlinkerGrips properly mounted on the handlebar, your handlebar
doesn't meet our technical requirements.

SWISS
INNOVATION 7 629999 018 4 2 6
© 2012 Small Innovations GmbH - All rights reserved. BlinkerGrips and the BlinkerGrips
logo are registered trademarks of Small Innovations GmbH and are registered
throughout Europe.
Patent pending.
Designed in Switzerland, made in EU.
enhanced visibility in traffic
battery and dynamo operated
light sensitive
easy installation
premium material quality
crash and impact resistant
splash-proof
up to 2500 turns without battery
change
comfortable thumb operation
suitable for existing handle bars
slim ergonomic design
lock-on system
4 batteries included
power saving function
More information here:
www.blinker .comgrips
LEGAL NOTICE
Please note the use of BlinkerGrips may contradict national regulations of your country
for direction indicators or side lights.
We have strictly indicated that the use of BlinkerGrips as an indicating assistant is
explicitly used at your own risk. While using BlinkerGrips you should continue
implementing rules and using other equipment required by the regulations of your
country.
WARNING
Please read the BlinkerGrips manual before installing and using BlinkerGrips. It
contains important information on its correct operation. Damages caused by failing to
comply with these instructions will invalidate the warranty!
Property damage and personal injury caused by improper use of this product or failing
to comply with the safety regulations will not be covered. We are not held liable!
REQUIREMENTS
The only suitable handlebars are bilateral and unbent with a mounting area of at least 130 mm and a
tube diameter of ∅22 mm.
BlinkerGrips bicycle indicators can only be used with standard fittings (brake levers and shifters).
Combinations with shifters such as Rohloff®/Nexus® and GripShift® are currently not available.
This product should only be used on handlebars that have been approved by the manufacturer and
can withstand the specified amount of torque. The use of any other bar end is not possible.
SAFETY
Please note that due to legal requirements, BlinkerGrips should not replace normal indicating
signalization. While using BlinkerGrips you must continue using your own hands and other rules and
regulations required by your country's legislation for lighting and indicating direction while driving a
bicycle. Before riding your bike make sure BlinkerGrips are properly tightened. If despite the specified
tightening torque of 2 Nm BlinkerGrips don't fit to your handlebar, please replace the handlebar with
the one with roughened ends.
After any accidents or sudden impacts, check BlinkerGrips for damage and do an anti-rotation check.
If necessary, retighten the BlinkerGrips. If you have any questions please contact us directly or contact
your local bicycle dealer.
After installing BlinkerGrips, make sure you can still operate the brakes and gears without changing
the position of your hands on the handlebar. Also check that all other functions of your bicycle can be
used without any problems. If you get any pain or numbness in your hands or forearms, it may be
useful to rotate BlinkerGrips level of inclination. In addition to this, a check of the seat position,
handlebar height and frame is also recommended - you can obtain advice on this from your local
bicycle dealer.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
This product requires no maintenance on your part and you won't need to take it apart except for
changing the batteries as described in this manual.
For cleaning only use lukewarm, soapy water. The grips should not be brought into contact with
petroleum based substances such as mineral oils and harsh detergents or other chemicals.
Do not immerse the product in water!
DISPOSAL
This symbol means that your product and its batteries are governed in accordance
with separate laws relating to recycling house waste and the methods by which it is to
be disposed of. When this product reaches the end of its usable life, make sure that it is
disposed at an official electronic waste collection point. Inappropriate disposal of
electronic devices may have penalties connected to it. Collection and recycling helps
to conserve natural resources and it ensures that during the recycling process of the
product, health and environment are protected and respected. Please dispose of all
packaging materials in an environmentally responsible manner.
Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally responsible manner.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Small Innovations GmbH, of Rebbergstrasse 172, 8240 Thayngen, Switzerland,
hereby declare that this product complies with the basic requirements and other
relevant provisions of guideline 2012/19/EG.
INTENDED USE
BlinkerGrips are adaptable bike handles, whose primary function is to act as an integrated direction
indicator and a front positioned bike lamp.
BlinkerGrips are only suitable for operation on a standard bicycle. The installation and operation on a
different vehicle, e.g. motorcycle, is not permitted! The product is intended for personal use only and
is not suitable for commercial use.
Any other use besides the one mentioned in this manual is not permitted!
WARRANTY
From the date of purchase you have a two year warranty for BlinkerGrips. When problems are
detected, please submit a short description of your problem by email to [email protected].
Remember however, that the grips are naturally subject to wear.
All warranties become void if BlinkerGrips are damaged due to falls or changes that are made by the
user or if the product has been used differently to the instructions laid out in this manual.
Batteries are excluded from the warranty.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
Use BlinkerGrips in temperatures between -20ºC and +50ºC only. If used above this temperature,
BlinkerGrips and in particular the batteries will become damaged.
Please note that at low temperatures the battery life may be temporarily shortened.
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