Winther E-Kangaroo User manual

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User Manual
E-

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We wish you every success with your investment in a Winther E-
Kangaroo, which has set new standards in comfort and user-
friendliness.
Read through this manual carefully before using the E-Kangaroo for the
first time. This will ensure you obtain full benefit from the vehicle.
1. Functions/settings
To operate the display, use the 3-setting buttons
on the left side of the display.
On and off
The display is turned on and off by pressing the
on/off
button.
Light
Turn on the light by pressing the “level up” button
for 3 seconds
Battery Indicator
The battery indicator is shown on the left side of
the display and allows you to see the approximate
battery level using 5 segments. When reaching the
lowest level, it will start flashing.
Please note that the battery level may vary
depending on, whether you drive uphill or
downhill.
On/off
Level
Up
Level Down

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Assist level
The assist-function has 5 setting options.
You may choose the assist level by
pressing the up/down button:
Choosing the assist level
The selected level is indicated on the
right side of the display.
Level 5 - is the highest level.
Level 1 - is the lowest level.
Level 0 - assist function disabled
Walk assist
When not pedaling, it is possible to
activate the”walk-assist”. Press and
hold the down button to activate it.
It is suitable for pulling the bike uphill.
3. Removing and refitting the battery
Removing and
refitting the battery
Fitting the charger
Using the key, turn the On/Off to
the open position and remove
the battery by sliding it
backwards out of the holder.
Refit the battery by pushing it
into place and turn the key to
the locked position.
Fit the charger in the socket on the
battery pack.
The battery can be charged while it
is fitted to the bicycle, or it can be
removed so that it can be charged
indoors.
4. Riding the E-bike

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The auxiliary motor works as follows:
A sensor measures when effort is applied to the pedals, and the electronic controller then starts the motor.
The power of the auxiliary motor is regulated using the assist function. Using this, you can control the
power to match your needs while riding.
If you are riding uphill, you can open up the throttle to the full, whereas the motor can be disengaged
completely when riding downhill.
The electronic controller automatically disengages the motor when you stop pedalling or brake. The
controller also disengages the motor once your speed exceeds 25 km/h.
5. The Highway Code
No driving licence is required, nor does a crash helmet have to be worn. Equally, there is no requirement
for insurance or a number plate.
On the road, therefore, you are to all intents and purposes a cyclist. It is recommended you wear a bike
helmet.
6. Insurance
Given that for insurance purposes an E-bike is classified as an ordinary bike, it will normally be covered by a
standard family insurance policy.
However, you are advised to consult your insurance broker about the terms of insurance governing the E-
bike.
7. Charging unit/charging
7.1 Using the charging unit:
1. Charging must be performed indoors.
2. Turn the start key to the Off position.
3. Insert the charger plug in the battery charging socket.
4. Insert the mains plug (230 V) in the mains socket and switch on the charger.
5. A red LED comes on once the batteries are being charged.
6. When the red LED changes to green, the charger has finished charging and the bike is ready to ride.
7. Only switch off and remove the charger from the charging socket once you are ready to use the bike
again.
8. Charging

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The E-Kangaroo uses maintenance-free Panasonic Li-ION batteries. Please note that the battery can be
removed.
The battery comes supplied factory precharged to around 40%. Before being used for the first time, the
battery must be fully charged using the charger supplied (green LED comes on). It is recommended that
when charging the battery it should be left charging a minimum of 24 hours after the green light is turned
on. This enables a better balance between each of the cells in the battery.
To obtain maximum battery life and E-bike range, it is recommended batteries be charged in a heated
room. At temperatures below 20º, the charging time is extended, with the result that the batteries cannot
be fully charged, thereby giving a more restricted range. You should bear in mind that battery capacity
decreases once the temperature drops below 20º.
Optimum charging of the battery is at 20º. Charging the battery in direct sunlight can seriously shorten
battery life. When the battery is brought indoors for charging, condensation may form on the outside or
inside of the battery. Charging must then be postponed until the condensation has dispersed. Inside the
battery is a PCB which controls the individual battery cells. Charging the battery while there is still
condensation in it may damage the PCB.
Li-ION batteries do not have a memory effect. There is therefore absolutely no need to discharge the
battery before charging.
Charging the Li-ION battery frequently can prolong battery lifetime. Please bear in mind however that once
charging has been commenced it should not be interrupted, as this can have a negative impact on battery
lifetime.
Rechargeable batteries must always be stored in a dry place and should be removed from any equipment.
Never pull on the cables when removing the charger from the battery. Get hold of the plug and carefully
withdraw it from the battery.
Never leave the battery in the charger once the charger has been switched off.
Never leave your battery in your E-Kangaroo for longer periods.
Bear in mind that battery capacity decreases over time and at lower temperatures. The more the E-bike is
used, the more capacity, and therefore the range, is reduced. In normal use, a battery can be charged and
discharged up to 600 times over its lifetime.
Bear in mind also that periods at low temperatures will have a negative effect on battery capacity and
performance. This changes once the temperature returns to around 20º. However, the capacity and
performance when riding uphill will be reduced over the lifetime of the battery.
Remember too that the weight of the user, style of riding, the terrain, road surface and tyre pressure all
have a significant impact on range. The user in particular can also significantly influence the range by the
amount of pedalling they are prepared to do.
It costs next to nothing to have the charger switched on all the time, as once the battery is charged the
charger goes to standby and will therefore use very little current. However, the charger should be switched
off after a maximum of one week’s charging. The battery should then be removed from the charger and full
charging of the battery should be performed once a month. (Fully charged = The charger LED lights up
green).
9. Winter storage

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If the E-bike is put into storage for longer periods (more than a month), charging it once a month will prove
sufficient.
During storage, the batteries must always be fully charged, as remaining fully or partly discharged over a
longer period is detrimental to them.
10. Warning
• The battery must not be exposed to heat or short circuits, nor may it be punctured or misused in any
other way.
• The battery must not be taken apart or broken into pieces.
• The battery must not be thrown into an open fire.
• The battery must not be immersed in water or other liquid.
•The battery may only be charged using the charger supplied.
• Never charge the battery at temperatures below 0º or over 45º
11. Disposing of the battery
Batteries contain substances that can be hazardous to human health and the environment if not handled
correctly.
The batteries are marked with a crossed-out wheelie bin symbol. This symbolises that worn-out batteries
must not be disposed of together with unsorted domestic waste but must be collected separately.
It is important that that you hand over your worn-out batteries to the collection systems that have been set
up for that purpose. In this way you will help ensure the batteries are recycled as required by law and do
not pollute the environment unnecessarily.
All municipalities have set up collection systems whereby worn-out portable batteries are picked up
directly from households or can be taken by residents to recycling centres and other collection points. You
can obtain further information from your municipality’s public services department.
12. Complaints
See the relevant law governing sale of goods

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Fault indicator
The error indicator appears on the display indicating any system errors.
The error is indicated by a code,
which will be displayed.
Error codes from E02 to E09 indicates the type of error.
The final diagnosis of errors requires professionals. Contact your dealer for assistance.
Error
code:
Description:
E0
2
Indicate errors in power consumption
Contact your
dealer
E0
3
Indicate errors in the controller.
Contact your
dealer
E0
4
Indicating errors in the display
-
Contact your dealer
E0
8
Low battery voltage
-
Charge the battery
E0
9
Overvoltage
-
Check battery voltage
and c
ontact
your dealer
13. Technical specifications:
Rear motor 50675-BL 250W
Power
250W
Brake system
Disc 160m
m
Torq
54
Weight
3.8kg
Voltage
36V
Plug
IP65