Continental Refrigerator 36V BLE User Manual

Continental eBike System

36V BLE
User manual

Table of contents

1 Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.1 Reading and storing this operating manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.2 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.3 Warning notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.4 Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.5 Mode of operation of the Continental eBike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1.6 Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1.7 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

1.7.1 Transporting the eBike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

1.7.2 Shipping the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2 Safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.1 Correctly operating the Continental eBike System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.2 Correctly using the charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

2.3 Correctly using the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

2.4 What to do if an accident occurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2.4.1 Preventative measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2.4.2 If there is an increase in temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2.4.3 Other malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.5 Misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.6 Residual risks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3 Components of the Continental eBike System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.1 Operating panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.2 Mid-drive motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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3.3 Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3.4 Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

4.1 Charging the battery for the irst time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

4.2 Inserting the battery for the irst time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

4.3 Switch on the Continental eBike System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

4.4 Setting support level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.1 Using the operating panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.1.1 Preparing the coupling of the BLE operating panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.1.2 Coupling the BLE operating panel with the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.2 Turning the Continental eBike System on and of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

5.2.1 Setting support level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

5.2.2 Turning of the motor support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

5.2.3 Riding without motor support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.2.4 Turning the lights on and of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

5.3 Using the charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

5.4 Using the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

5.4.1 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

5.4.2 Battery modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

5.4.3 Displaying the battery charge status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

5.4.4 Removing the battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

5.4.5 Inserting the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

5.5 Using a smartphone with the Continental smartphone app. . . . . . . . . .32

6 Resolving malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

7 Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

8 Storing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

9 Technical details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

9.1 Technical details of the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

9.2 Technical details of the battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

9.3 Technical details of the charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

10 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

11 Handover certiicate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

12 Service history. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

1 Basic information

This chapter contains basic information on this operating manual and the Continental eBike System.

1.1 Reading and storing this operating manual

This operating manual accompanies the Continental eBike System (abbreviated: CeBS).
The operating manual contains important information on using and changing the set­tings of the Continental eBike System. This operating manual is based on the standards

and regulations in force in the European Union. Read the entire operating manual care­fully – especially the safety instructions (see Chapter “Safety warnings“ on page 10) – before using
the Continental eBike System. If the warnings in the operating manual are not observed, it can lead
to severe injury or damage to the CeBS. Store the operating manual in an easily accessible location
for future use. If you pass on the Continental eBike System to a third party, you must also pass on
the operating manual.

1.2 Intended use

The Continental eBike System is speciically intended for your eBike model. You must also observe
the additional operating manual and safety warnings from the manufacturer of your eBike. The
Continental eBike System is intended to be used with an eBike being used by one person. The
eBike may only be used in the ways the eBike’s manufacturer intended. The manufacturer does
not assume liability for damage arising from improper use. Only use the CeBS as described in this
operating manual. Any other use is considered improper and can lead to accidents, severe injuries
and damage to the CeBS. Avoid misuse (see Chapter “Safety warnings“ on page 10) and check to
make sure that the Continental eBike System is fully functional before each use. If you notice any
defects, these must be repaired by a bicycle retailer immediately. If components of the CeBS must
be replaced, only original replacement parts may be used – this is for your own safety and in order
for your eBike to retain its value. Inspections at regular intervals may reveal material fatigue. Note
the inspection intervals which you can have documented in the service history. The handover cer­tiicate and service history can be found at the end of this user manual (see Chapters “Handover
certiicate“ on page 37 and “Service history“ on page 38).

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1.3 Warning notices

The following signal symbols and signal words are used in this operating manual to warn about
the risk of personal injury or material damages. The warning notices themselves cannot prevent
danger. Comply with all warning notices to avoid any risks while using the CeBS.

WARNING

The signal word indicates a hazard with a moderate level of risk – one that can result in death or
severe injury if not avoided.

CAUTION

The signal word indicates a hazard with a low level of risk – one that can result in a minor or mod­erate injury if not avoided.

ATTENTION

The signal word indicates the possibility of material damage.

1.4 Symbols

The following symbols are used in this operating manual, on components of the Continental eBike
System or on the packaging.

Read and observe the operating manual.

There is additional information here.

Symbol for electrical devices which may not be disposed of with household waste or
non-recyclable waste. Electrical devices with this symbol must be disposed of at the
designated collection points.

Symbol for batteries (rechargeable or otherwise) which may not be disposed of with
household waste or non-recyclable waste. Batteries (rechargeable or otherwise) with
this symbol must be disposed of at the designated collection points.

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Products with this symbol fulill all applicable community regulations of the European
Economic Area.

Symbol for products which can only be used indoors.

The 230 V~/50 Hz connection to the electrical grid is equipped with double insulation
(Class II).

Do not short-circuit the battery.

Do not submerge the battery in liquid.

max.60°C

Do not expose the battery to temperature above 60 °C.

Do not destroy the battery.

Observe the polarity when inserting the battery.

Do not throw the battery into a ire.

Restriction of certain hazardous substances in accordance with 2011/65/EU.

Symbol for alternating current (AC).

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1.5 Mode of operation of the Continental eBike System

The Continental eBike System provides support while you ride the eBike. The motor adjusts itself
to the rider’s level of exertion. The more powerfully you pedal, the stronger the support from the
motor. This correlation is true regardless of the support level. At a speed of 25 km/h, the motor
support turns of. As soon as the speed falls under 25 km/h, the Continental eBike System will begin
to support you again as you pedal. The selected support level (see Chapter “Using the operating
panel“ on page 21) has an efect on the speed, range and wear exerted on the CeBS. The most
eicient way of riding is a pedal frequency of approximately 80 revolutions per minute. The motor
is most efective when the revolution speed is approximately this value.

1.6 Range

The range you can achieve with your Continental eBike System primarily depends on the following
factors:

– Rider exertion – Battery’s age and state of repair

– Support level – Type and characteristics of the route

– Gear-shifting behavior – Headwind

– Type of tires – Surrounding temperature

– Amount of air in the tires – Total weight (eBike + rider + luggage)

These factors lead to a very broad spectrum of ranges which can be achieved with the Continental
eBike System.

Depending on the model, ranges of 180 km are possible. This value represents
an upper limit and can only be achieved under optimum conditions. During
everyday use of your eBike, the aforementioned factors – from rider exertion
to total weight of the eBike – can reduce the range.

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1.7 Transport

In this chapter you will ind information on transporting the Continental eBike System as part of your
eBike and on transporting the battery. When transporting your eBike and the battery, you must also
observe the additional operating manual and safety warnings from the manufacturer of your eBike.

1.7.1 Transporting the eBike

CAUTION

During transport, the battery can be damaged by blows or impacts.

Risk of short circuits and ire!

● Before transporting the eBike, remove the battery from the battery bracket.

● Be particularly careful when transporting the battery.

• Remove the battery from the battery bracket.

• Transport the battery separately.

If you are transporting your eBike by car:

• Secure your eBike to the car with an appropriate mounted bicycle carrier.

• If you do not have the necessary expertise or tools to mount a bicycle carrier, let a bicycle

retailer mount the bicycle carrier.

If you are transporting your eBike by bus, airplane, ship or train:

• Inform the respective transport company of the conditions under which the battery must be

transported.

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1.7.2 Shipping the battery

Shipment of the battery is subject to the legal regulations on hazardous goods.

When shipping the battery, please note:

– Never ship the battery yourself.

– Only ship the battery if the casing is free of damage.

– The shipper is liable for damages arising from transporting defective batteries.

If you have any questions about transporting batteries, contact your bicycle
retailer – they will be able to arrange suitable transport.

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2 Safety warnings

In this chapter you will ind information on safely using the components of the Continental eBike
System, on what to do if an accident occurs, and on any residual hazards.

2.1 Correctly operating the Continental eBike System

To operate the Continental eBike System correctly, observe the notices on using the CeBS as in­tended, on safely operating the components of the CeBS, and on misuse.

2.2 Correctly using the charger

• Only use the charger after you have checked the charger, power cord, and power plug without

inding any damage.

• Only use the charger in a dry, ventilated indoor space, and ensure that the charger does not

come into contact with liquids.

• Do not make any changes or repairs to the charger.

• Only charge the original battery with the charger.

• After using the charger, always pull the power plug out of the power socket.

2.3 Correctly using the battery

• Before every change, repair, or work, disconnect the battery from the CeBS in order to prevent

the motor from starting up unexpectedly.

• Only use the battery after you have checked the battery without inding any damage.

• If the battery has been struck or fallen, have it inspected by a bicycle retailer.

• Only touch a damaged battery while wearing protective gloves.

• Only use the original charger to charge the battery.

If a battery catches ire or explodes:

• Leave the area of the battery and make sure other humans or animals do the same.

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• Call the ire department.

• Keep away from the battery.

2.4 What to do if an accident occurs

Even when all the safety warnings have been observed, using the battery can still lead to dangerous
situations, such as the battery bursting into lames.

• Protect yourself and others if an accident occurs with the battery.

• Read these instructions completely and carefully so that you will be prepared in the event of

an accident.

2.4.1 Preventative measures

If the battery is damaged or there is a malfunction:

• Do not use the battery.

• Store the battery in a ireproof container or on the ground.

• Remove inlammable materials from the vicinity of the storage area.

• Only touch the battery while wearing protective gloves.

• Put suicient distance between yourself and the battery so that you do not inhale any vapors

or gases being emitted and so that no liquids being emitted come into contact with your skin.

2.4.2 If there is an increase in temperature

If the battery gets very warm or hot:

• If possible, have your bicycle retailer inspect the battery.

• Store the battery in a ireproof container or on the ground.

• Seal of a wide area around the location of the battery.

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2.4.3 Other malfunctions

If the battery is deformed, or emits any odor or liquid:

• Store the battery in a ireproof, acidproof container or on the ground.

• Seal of a wide area around the location of the battery.

• Remove inlammable materials from the vicinity of the storage area.

• If possible, have your bicycle retailer dispose of the battery immediately.

2.5 Misuse

To use your CeBS safely, rule out the following forms of misuse:

– using the eBike for competitions, jumps, stunts, or tricks;

– improper repairs and maintenance;

– using the battery in a way not intended by the manufacturer;

– disrupting an electrical conductor through improper use;

– structural changes to the eBike in its condition upon delivery, particularly to the tuning, as well

as any other manipulation to the CeBS and other components which relate to the system;

– opening and changing any component of the CeBS;

– storage outside of the temperature range of +0 to +45 °C;

– discharge processes outside of the temperature range of -20 to +60 °C;

– total discharge of the battery due to lapses in charging of more than 3 months or improper

storage of the battery outside of the storage temperature range of +10 to +25 °C.

Misuse of the CeBS can lead to nulliication of the warranty.

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2.6 Residual risks

Even if all safety and warning notes are observed, when using the CeBS, you are subject to the
following unforeseeable residual risks (for example):

– Other drivers may fail to recognize the increased speed of an eBike at irst glance.

– Temperatures that are too high or too low, as well as direct sunlight, can damage the battery.

– Battery malfunction can lead to accidents.

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