Dolmar AB-1816 Instruction Manual

Motor-assisted bicycle Instruction manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)

Explanation of general view

Specifications

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.

*1: With two battery AP-183 *2: Measuring range condition of cruising distance: Assist level 3, Loading capacity 75 kg, no wind, concrete flat ground

Please read carefully before using AB-1816:

• Please read the manual and check all the parts and accessories carefully before use.

• The rider has to comply with the road regulation according to each country’s requirement.

• Do not ride on the streets exclusive to cars. Make sure to ride safely.

• Have to use the specified battery, motor, controller and other electric parts, if need any change, please contact our agent.

• Insure the safety, do not lend AB-1816 to other person especially pregnant women or somebody who cannot ride the bicycle.

• AB-1816 can be used under wet, raining, snowing weather, but make sure to ride slowly, do not cross the water over 150 mm of depth to avoid the electric parts getting damage by water.

• Implement standard: EN15194 Max loading weight: 100 KG Do not dispose of the battery.

• The assisted speed cannot exceed 16 Km/h.

For the safety use, please let our sales staff adjust the seat to a comfortable position.

• Warning: The safety line of the seat post should be below under into the frame.

• Check the function before use.

• Please park the bicycle on even road and do not block traffic.

• Comply with road regulations.

• Ride it on non-motor roads.

• Wear a safety helmet when ride the bicycle.

1. Red part

2. Assist display

3. Power display

4. ON/OFF button

5. Correct

6. Reflector

7. Seat clamp

8. Safety Line

9. Quick release lever

10. Locknut

11. Close direction

12. Self-locking slider

13. Hook

14. Folding handle

15. Frame

16. Folding locking buckle

17. Screw

18. Brake support

19. Brake spoke support

20. Brake arm

21. Brake cable

22. Brake broad

23. Spring screw

24. Sliding parts

25. Adjust screw

26. Brake cable fix board

Model AB-1816

Motor

Output 100 W

Model DC brushless motor

Rated voltage D.C. 18 V

Dimensions

Length 1,450 mm

Width 570 mm

Seat height 670 mm - 910 mm

Distance between wheel axes 975 mm

Tire size 16 inch

Weight*

20.8 kg

Battery

Model AP-183

Capacity 3.0 Ah

Kind Li-ion

Cruising distance*

Approx. 8.5 km

(AP-183 1 piece)

Control type Pedal speed sensor type

Speed range for assist 0 - 16 (km/h)

Brake type

Front V brake

Rear Drum brake

• AB-1816 requires less pedal power than a normal bicycle to move. However, until the cyclist gets used to lighter pedaling, he or she may pedal too powerfully, causing faster speeds than a normal bicycle, which may lead to accidents, such as a fall or crash.

• Do not ride the bicycle across extremely bumpy surfaces (pavement curbstones, drainage runs, etc.).

• When bringing the bicycle to a halt, apply both front and rear brakes.

• Do not ride the bicycle when there is a problem with it.

• Do not dismantle or lubricate the parts comprising the power assist system.

• Do not remodel the bicycle by yourself.

• Only use genuine parts as accessories or replacements.

• After removing/replacing wheel(s) or adjusting the saddle, always check that relevant bolts have been tightened before riding the bicycle.

• Never ride the bicycle with the saddle or handlebar higher than the limit line.

• Do not lubricate brake, tires or rims in damping areas.

1. Check before use.

For the safety use, please check the following before using it. a. Check if the tires and screws work well. b. Brake system: When the brake level reaches its 1/2

range, the brakes have to stop the bicycle completely.

c. Power system: Check if the battery is fixed well, and

the power is full for use.

2. Attention:

a. Please decelerate when turning and going downhills.

Article 1. To the customer

a. Thanks for selecting our AB-1816, and we wish it

could bring you an excellent riding experience.

b. Please read the manual carefully before using AB-

1816. If any questions, please contact one of our agent without hesitation.

Article 2. Introduction of AB-1816

1. To secure your safety, please check the product

before use.

a. Does the brake system work well? b. Does the E-system work well? (Ref: 3.3) c. Are the handlebar and saddle in position and locked

well? d. Is the tire pressure normal? e. Are the Folding handle and pedals locked well?

2. AB-1816

a. This product is designed for the customer’s easy

operation. b. AB-1816 could protect the battery under a over-

current or low voltage situation. c. The front brake and band brake provide safe

functions. d. Within one year, the regular usage range could

comply with the EN15194 requirement.

3. Operation

3.1 How to adjust your position on the bicycle

1. Measure your height. (Fig. 1)

2. Refer to the bicycle’s settings table.

3. Adjust your bicycle. (Fig. 2 – 3)

Warning

• Do not ride the bicycle when the safety lines on the seat or handles are visible.

Adjusting the seat

Minimum seat height is the height determined when the position of the seat is lowered and the clamp is locked.

Practical Information

Depending on the terrain you are travelling on, the seat height can be modified:

- On a flat ground or when climbing, the seat should be in a high position for the greater efficiency.

- When travelling downhill, the seat should be slightly lowered to improve bicycle control and to make it easier to go over or circumvent obstacles.

3.2 Introduction of battery:

Use and care for AB-1816

• Remove the battery from AB-1816 when not in use.

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for only one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

• Use AB-1816 only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, which can make a conductive connection from one terminal to another. Shorting both the battery under abusive conditions, terminals may cause burns or a fire.

• As liquid may leak from the battery, avoid contact. If you touch it accidentally, flush with water. If the liquid contacts with eyes, seek medical help. Liquid leaked from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For battery cartridge

• Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product the battery is used for.

• Do not disassemble the battery cartridge.

S (cm) Hs (cm) H (cm)

155 – 159 55.5

+12

160 – 164 58 165 – 169 60 170 – 174 62.5 175 – 179 64.5 180 – 184 67 185 – 190 69.5

(Fig. 2) (Fig. 3)

• If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.

• If the electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse it out with clear water and seek medical attention right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.

• Do not short the battery cartridge:

(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive

materials.

(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with

other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.

(3) Do not expose the battery cartridge to water or

rain. A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a brakedown.

• Do not store AB-1816 and battery cartridge in locations

where the temperature may reach or exceed 50°C (122°F).

• Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is

severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.

• Be careful not to drop or strike the battery.

• Do not use a dropped or struck battery.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Tips for maintaining a maximum battery life

• Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.

Overcharging shortens the battery service life.

• Charge the battery cartridge with a room temperature

at 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.

Instruction of installing or removing battery cartridge

Installing battery cartridge

Insert the key into the key hole and turn the key counter clockwise 90°. (Fig. 4) Open the cover and always insert the battery cartridge all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red part on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely. Insert it fully until the red part cannot be seen. (Fig. 5 & 7) Close the cover and insert the key to the key hole and turn the key to clockwise 90°. (Fig. 6)

NOTE:

Even with one battery cartridge, the assisting function works, but the total battery life will be half compared with that when using two battery cartridges.

Removing battery cartridge

Open the cover with the key. To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.

(Fig. 7)

3.3 Instruction of display and button (Fig. 8) Operation

1. The ON/OFF button is the power switch. Press ON/ OFF button rightly to turn ON power source for bicycle. Turning power source ON enables assisting function (Initial setting when power is turned ON is “Assist Level 3”). After turning ON power, the five LEDs on the Power display will show battery capacity. Battery capacity is shown as low on the left through to high on the right. When five LEDs are lit, battery has approximately 80 percent or more capacity. When far left single LED flashes, recharge battery. Press ON/ OFF button again, all the LEDs will extinguish, and power will turn OFF.

2. The plus (+) and minus (–) buttons are for setting assist level. Press “+” button lightly to increase assistance level, and press “–” button to decrease assistance level. When assist level is at maximum, the Assist display’s five LEDS will be lit. For each of the assist levels (1 to 5) there are five LEDs that light up in accordance with the level from 1 to 5.

3. Press ON/OFF button to turn OFF power and switch to low power consumption status.

4. After power has been turned ON, if the bicycle is not used for approximately ten minutes, power will turn OFF automatically, and the bicycle switched to low power consumption status.

Article 3. Important notice

Warning

1. The product complies with EN15194. The purpose of it is for travelling, not for other purposes.

2. Do not ride the bicycle across water deeper than 150 mm to avoid damaging the electric system.

3. Wear the helmet during the riding. (Fig. 9)

4. Avoid over loading.

5. Avoid shorting the circuit.

6. Do not put the battery under a high temperature environment such as heating or insolation.

7. Avoid putting the battery into water, acid or alkaline liquid.

8. Charge the battery with the charger specified by the manufacturer.

• Please do not accelerate when travelling downhills and

on busy streets.

• Please lock when you stop.

• Please walk with AB-1816 when the road has stone or

other things.

• Please do not disassemble the parts. (without lights)

• Check the power before riding.

• Please stop and checking when have something

wrong.

• Use AB-1816 original parts. (without lights)

• Please do not disassemble and change the reflector.

(Fig. 10)

If any change please make sure to comply with BS6102/2 and EN15194

• Please check the rim regularly.

Article 4. Charging instruction

1. Make sure the battery is full-charged and charge each time after the use to insure the battery life.

2. Please do not put the battery in a wet place when charge, the temperature should be 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F).

3. Do not cover the battery cartridge and charger with anything when charging and avoid letting liquid and metal powder inside.

4. If the battery’s temperature exceeds 60°C (140°F), it may lead any trouble in the charger. Please cut off the power and sent for repair.

5. Keep the battery and charger away from kids.

6. The charger could only be used for this battery.

Article 5. Repair and maintenance

• Before use, please check if the battery is locked well

and the display works well.

• Please check the connector of the bicycle and battery

box. Remove dirt to avoid any damage.

• Check the tire regularly, otherwise it will affect the

usage range or damage the tire.

• Before use, check the mechanism and other accessory

on time.

• Do not put the bicycle in humidified atmosphere or

some other place which might make the hardware rust.

• Do not put the whole bicycle under rain or insolation for

too long time so as to avoid the controller and accessory damaged.

• If any problem in the motor, battery and controller,

please sent to the exclusive agent for the maintenance.

• If you feel it a bit heavy to move the backward, it’s a

normal status.

• Do not over load on the bicycle so as to avoid damage

the motor and battery.

• It’s important to lubricate the bicycle, the front, rear

axle, BB set per year or half a year. Use a special lubricant for the hub (Recommend to use the clear gasoline and vesaline lube), if anything wrong, please send to our agency for the maintenance.

Article 6. Using instruction for folding parts

1. To assemble the seat Insert the seat into the support bar, and adjust the height according to the length of customer’s legs, then fix the bolt. Please note the insert depth should not see the safety line, and twisting force of the clamp lock can not be less than 18 N.m. (Fig. 11)

2. Quick release use Fasten the screw tightly and push down the lever toward the pole to adjust the position correctly.

(Fig. 11)

3. To fold the handlebar stem Push up the self-locking slider down as showed in the picture a, then push the handle down according to the picture b. (Fig. 12)

Fold the stem down when the hook is opened as showed in Fig. 12 & 13.

4. To put pedal By putting the pedal inside, the desired manner for the bicycle can be achieved. Grip the lever inside the pedal and push it down to the body side. (Fig. 14)

5. To fold the frame Stand on the left side of bicycle, and fold the handlebar stem first, then hold the frame with your left hand, hold the folding handle and move it to open. Turn the folding handle as showed in Fig. 13. When the folding locking buckle is opened, then hold the frame from two sides and fold the frame toward the left of frame, and stop folding until the front wheel and rear wheel is parallel, as showed in Fig. 15 – 17.

Article 7. Accessories and adjustment

1. The battery controller and motor cannot be removed.

2. To change parts please come to the agency for change, we do not responsible for the problem which caused by customer who remove the parts by themselves.

3. Please use the Dolmar battery AP-183.

4. Brake adjustment. Check the brake regularly and check as below:

(Fig. 18 – 20)

4.1 Adjust front brake.

4.1.1. As shown in Fig. 18, check the front brake. The

brake will be fully triggered when the brake lever is gripped to the half-closed position.

4.1.2. As shown in Fig. 19, loosen the screw to loosen or

tighten the brake arms, and make the distance between the brake broad and the tire 1.5 – 2 mm. Tighten the screw. If the distance is different, please keep adjusting the spring until made the desired distance, is made which meets the 4.1.1 request.

4.2 Adjust the rear brake.

4.2.1. As shown in Fig. 18, check the rear brake as

4.1.1.

4.2.2. See Fig. 20, to adjust brake, as described in 4.1.1

showing adjustment of the front brake, loose the brake lever then adjust the screw till it touch the move board, enclasp the brake lever, adjust the move board and bolt (2 mm). Adjust some times till rearwheel turns well and brake function works well. When 1/3 of the brake is frayed, please change it.

Attention:

Please do not add lubricants on the rear brake. And please replace brake shoe in the front brake each year, to avoid shoe abrasion.

Brake maintenance

In order to maintain your bicycle’s braking performance, it is important to perform maintenance on the braking system.

• Replacing brake cables and housings.

5. Chain adjusting Adjust as below: Disassemble the plastic protecting cover of rear axle, and release two M12 nut. Turn the adjust nut

clockwise to make sure chain fixed well. During adjustment, if the chain is fixed too tight, please turn the nut counterclockwise and push the rear wheel forward.

If there are any parts needed to be adjusted, fix the screw and other parts tightly according to the requirements below. (Fig. 21)

For European countries only EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The undersigned, Tamiro Kishima and Rainer Bergfeld, as authorized by Dolmar GmbH, declare that the DOLMAR machine(s):

Designation of Machine: Motor-assisted bicycle Model No./ Type: AB-1816

are of series production and

Conforms to the following European Directives:

2004/108/EC And are manufactured in accordance with the following standards or standardised documents:

EN55014-1: 2006, EN15194: 2009,

EN61000-3-2: 2006, EN61000-3-3: 2008,

EN55014-2/A2: 2008, IEC61000-4-2: 2008,

IEC61000-4-3: 2006, IEC61000-4-4: 2004,

IEC61000-4-5: 2005, IEC61000-4-6: 2006,

IEC61000-4-11: 2004

The technical documentation is on file at:

Dolmar GmbH,

Jenfelder Straße 38, Abteilung FZ,

D-22045 Hamburg

15. 7. 2010

Tamiro Kishima Rainer Bergfeld

Managing Director Managing Director

Parts Standardtwist Remarks Locknut 14 – 18 N.m. The press sticker cannot show out Stem 20 – 25 N.m. The safety line of stem cannot be seen Seat screw 18 – 20 N.m. The safety line of seat post cannot be seen Seat and fix the seat parts 18 – 22 N.m. Hub 30 – 35 N.m. Hub nut 35 – 40 N.m. Pedal 18 – 20 N.m. Handlebar 18 – 20 N.m.

The following standards are used for safety: EN14764: 2005, EN15194: 2009

FRANÇAIS (Instructions d’origine)

Descriptif

Spécifications

• Étant donné l’évolution constante de notre programme de recherche et de développement, les spécifications contenues dans ce manuel sont sujettes à des modifications sans préavis.

*1: Avec deux batteries AP-183 *2: Mesure de l’état de la plage de la distance de croisière : niveau d’assistance 3, capacité en charge 75 kg, pas de vent,

sol plat en béton

Avant d’utiliser le AB-1816, lisez attentivement ce qui suit :

• Lisez le manuel et vérifiez attentivement toutes les pièces et tous les accessoires avant d’utiliser le vélo.

• Vous devez respecter les règles de conduite en vigueur dans votre pays.

• Ne circulez pas sur les routes réservées aux voitures. Veillez à conduire prudemment.

• Utilisez la batterie, le moteur, le boîtier de commande et les autres composants électriques indiqués. Si vous devez les remplacer, contactez notre représentant.

• Veillez à utiliser le AB-1816 en toute sécurité, ne le prêtez à personne, en particulier à des femmes enceintes ou des personnes qui ne sont pas capables de le conduire.

• Vous pouvez utiliser ce AB-1816 par temps humide, pluvieux ou neigeux, mais veillez à conduire lentement, ne traversez pas des flaques d’eau d’une profondeur supérieure à 150 mm pour éviter que l’eau endommage les composants électriques.

• Conforme à la norme : EN15194 Poids maximal en charge : 100 KG Ne jetez pas la batterie.

• Sa vitesse ne peut pas dépasser 16 km/h.

Pour une utilisation en toute sécurité, demandez à notre représentant de régler la selle en position confortable.

• Avertissement : le repère de sécurité de la tige de selle doit s’insérer dans le cadre.

1. Partie rouge

2. Affichage de l’assistance

3. Affichage de l’autonomie

4. Bouton MARCHE/ARRÊT

5. Correct

6. Catadioptre

7. Selle

8. Repère de sécurité

9. Levier de réglage rapide

10. Contre-écrou

11. Sens de fermeture

12. Glissière auto-bloquante

13. Crochet

14. Poignée pliante

15. Cadre

16. Boucle de pliage du guidon

17. Vis

18. Support de frein

19. Étrier de frein

20. Bras de frein

21. Câble de frein

22. Tampon de frein

23. Vis à ressort

24. Parties coulissantes

25. Vis de réglage

26. Tampon de fixation du câble de frein

Modèle AB-1816

Moteur

Puissance effective 100 W

Modèle Moteur à courant continu sans balai

Tension nominale 18 V C.C.

Dimensions

Longueur 1 450 mm

Largeur 570 mm

Hauteur de la selle 670 mm - 910 mm

Distance entre les axes de

roue

975 mm

Dimension des pneus 16 pouces

Poids*

20,8 kg

Batterie

Modèle AP-183

Capacité 3,0 Ah

Type Li-ion

Distance de croisière*

Environ 8,5 km

(AP-183 1 exemplaire)

Type de commande Type de capteur de vitesse de la pédale

Plage de vitesse pour l’assistance 0 - 16 (km/h)

Type de frein

Avant Frein du pneu avant

Arrière Frein à tambour

• Vérifiez son fonctionnement avant de l’utiliser.

• Stationnez le vélo sur une route lisse et ne gênez pas la circulation.

• Respectez les règles de conduite.

• Circulez sur les voies réservées aux véhicules non motorisés.

• Portez un casque de protection lors de l’utilisation du vélo.

• Pour faire avancer le AB-1816, il n’est pas nécessaire d’appuyer sur les pédales autant que sur un vélo normal. Toutefois, avant de vous habituer à pédaler de manière plus douce, il est possible que vous appuyez trop fort sur les pédales, faisant rouler le vélo plus rapidement qu’un vélo normal et risquant ainsi de provoquer des accidents, tels que des chutes ou des collisions.

• N’utilisez pas le vélo sur des surfaces extrêmement bosselées (bordurettes de chaussée, réseaux de drainage, etc.).

• Lors de l’arrêt du vélo, serrez les freins avant et arrière.

• N’utilisez pas le vélo lorsqu’il présente un dysfonctionnement.

• Ne démontez pas et ne lubrifiez pas les pièces liées au système d’assistance électrique.

• Ne transformez pas le vélo vous-même.

• Utilisez uniquement des accessoires et pièces de rechange Dolmar.

• Après avoir retiré/remplacé la/les roue(s) ou réglé la selle, vérifiez toujours que les boulons correspondants sont bien serrés avant d’utiliser le vélo.

• N’utilisez jamais le vélo lorsque la selle ou le fermoir sont plus hauts que le repère limite.

• Ne lubrifiez pas les tampons de frein, les pneus ou les jantes.

1. Vérifiez avant utilisation.

Pour une utilisation en toute sécurité, vérifiez les points suivants avant d’utiliser le vélo. a. Vérifiez le bon fonctionnement des pneus et des vis. b. Système de freinage : lorsque le niveau de freinage

atteint la moitié de sa capacité, les freins doivent être en mesure d’arrêter totalement le vélo.

c. Système d’autonomie : vérifiez que la batterie est bien

installée et entièrement chargée.

2. Attention :

a. Ralentissez dans les virages et lorsque vous

descendez une pente.

Article 1. À l’attention du client

a. Merci d’avoir choisi notre AB-1816. Nous espérons

qu’il vous donnera entière satisfaction.

b. Avant d’utiliser le AB-1816, lisez attentivement le

manuel correspondant. Pour toute question, n’hésitez pas à contacter l’un de nos représentants.

Article 2. Présentation du AB-1816

1. Pour garantir votre sécurité, vérifiez le produit

avant de l’utiliser.

a. Le système de freinage fonctionne-t-il bien ? b. Le système électrique fonctionne-t-il bien ? (Réf. : 3.3)

c. Le fermoir et la selle sont-ils bien positionnés et

verrouillés ? d. La pression des pneus est-elle normale ? e. La poignée pliante et les pédales sont-elles bien

verrouillées ?

2. AB-1816

a. Ce produit a été conçu pour fonctionner facilement. b. Le AB-1816 peut protéger la batterie contre les

surcharges de courant ou les basses tensions. c. Le frein du pneu avant et celui du pneu arrière

permettent un fonctionnement en toute sécurité. d. En moins d’un an, la gamme destinée à une utilisation

normale est devenue conforme à la norme EN15194.

3. Fonctionnement

3.1 Comment ajuster votre position sur la bicyclette

1. Mesurez-vous. (Fig. 1)

2. Reportez-vous au tableau des réglages de votre

bicyclette.

3. Réglage de votre bicyclette. (Fig. 2 à 3)

Avertissement

• N’utilisez pas la bicyclette lorsque les repères de

sécurité sur la selle ou le guidon sont visibles.

Réglage de la selle

La hauteur minimale de la selle correspond à la hauteur définie lorsque la selle est abaissée et le collier verrouillé.

Informations pratiques

Selon le terrain sur lequel vous circulez, vous pouvez modifier la hauteur de la selle :

- Sur un sol plat ou en côte, vous pouvez régler la selle

en position haute pour une plus grande efficacité.

- En descente, la selle doit être légèrement abaissée

afin de permettre un meilleur contrôle de la bicyclette et faciliter le passage ou le contournement d’obstacles.

3.2 Présentation de la batterie : Utilisation et entretien du AB-1816

• Lorsque vous n’utilisez pas le AB-1816, retirez sa

batterie.

• N’utilisez que le chargeur spécifié par le fabricant. Un

chargeur qui convient à un seul type de batterie peut créer un risque d’incendie s’il est utilisé avec un autre type de batterie.

• Utilisez le AB-1816 uniquement avec les batteries

désignées. L’utilisation d’autres types de batterie peut créer un risque de blessures et d’incendie.

• Lorsque le bloc-batterie n’est pas utilisé, gardez-le

éloigné de tout objet métallique, comme les trombones, pièces, clefs, clous, vis ou autres petits objets métalliques, qui peuvent faire office de connexion

S (cm) Hs (cm) H (cm)

155 – 159 55,5

+12

160 – 164 58 165 – 169 60 170 – 174 62,5 175 – 179 64,5 180 – 184 67 185 – 190 69,5

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