FiField Fat Tire, Bonfire Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Fifield Fat Tire

Owner’s Manual

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE, AND

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION. READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR

FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW ELECTRIC BICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL

HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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About this Owner’s Manual

It is important for you to
understand your new electric
bicycle (e-bike). Even if you have
ridden an e-bike before, it is
important for every person to read
this manual before riding – you’ll
know how to get better
performance, comfort, and
enjoyment from your new e-bike!

Please take the time to read
this manual while the battery is
being charged. It is the Owner’s
responsibility to carefully read all
of the contents of this manual and
to comply with all laws pertaining
to the operation of bicycles and/or
electric bicycles in your local
jurisdiction.

If the owner is unable to fully
understand this information please
contact Fifield Incorporated
directly for further explanation.

Register your Electric Bicycle

Due to recent federal
legislation an electric bike is no
longer classified as a motor
vehicle. However, various states
have differing laws about riding
them on the road. These
regulations may include but are
not limited to being at least 16
years of age and/or having a valid

drivers’ license. If you have any

questions regarding your states
legislation please consult with the
Laws web page or consult your
local department of motor vehicles
for clarification.

If you have further questions
about the operation of this e-bike,
consult your authorized dealer or
contact Fifield directly. It is
extremely important that you
follow the safety guidelines
contained in this manual in order
to ensure your maximum safety. If
you loan your bike to anyone make
sure they have also read and fully
understand this owner’s manual.

WARNING

Don't dismantle and repair parts
by yourself, please go to the
local distributor or the servicing
station if necessary.

CAUTION

Before riding your e-bike, you will
need to charge your battery fully
before using. Failure to do so
may damage the battery life and
performance.

IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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My bicycle model: _____________________________________________

My frame serial number: _________________________________________

My motor serial number: _________________________________________

My dealer and #: _______________________________________________

Date of purchase: ______________________________________________

Contact Fifield

[e-mail] ∙ (781)-927-1511

72 Sharp Street, Hingham, MA 02043

Along with registering online, for your own benefit, please also enter
information about your bicycle below.

Welcome to the Fifield e-Bike family!

Keep for your records

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before your first ride Pg. 1-5

Congratulations!
Know your electric bicycle
Specifications/Accessories
Check before riding
Taking off

Safe riding Pg. 6-7

Local riding laws
Safety precautions
Varying riding conditions

Assembly Pg. 8 - 11

Handlebars

Frame
Pedals
Registration

Instructions for Use Pg. 12 - 19

Switching ON/OFF
LCD display screen
Clearing the trip time and odometer
Pedal assist
Throttle
Gears
Integrated Bike Lock
Proper battery usage
Charging the battery

Maintenance Pg. 20 - 21

Wheels
Throttle
Rims
Spokes
Tires
Bike frame and handlebars
Brakes
General maintenance

Warranty Pg. 22

Fifield Limited Warranty

BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

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Congratulations!

You are now the proud owner of a
Fifield Electric Bicycle!
Your electric bicycle is like any
other bike, but with electric pedal
assistance. The same
precautionary steps while biking
should be taken to prevent any
accidents or injuries.
“Electric” means that your e­bike will assist you when you are
pedaling if you so choose. You may
also pedal normally with no
assistance at all or twist the
throttle to get moving with no
pedaling necessary.

The electric bicycles’ amount
of assistance will depend on what
level you set it to; the speed varies
from 0 to 5. The fastest speed this
bicycle travels is 20 MPH (32 Km/h).

Know your electric bicycle

If misused, the features of your
electric bicycle may cause you to
lose control of the e-bike. Before

riding in fast or more difficult
situations, learn the function and
performance of all the mechanisms
of your bike by riding at slower
speeds in a flat, empty space.

The maximum weight is 286lbs
(130 kg). When riding, please pay

attention to the weather and load
on your bike; if any changes are
noticed adjust your riding style
accordingly. When it is raining or
snowing, please increase braking
distance as a safety precaution.
This e-bike is not afraid of rain
or snow, but it cannot be
submerged in water. When water
submerges the motor it can cause
a short circuit to occur and
damage the electric apparatus.

Specifications

The Fat Tire comes standard with
either a 350W mid-drive motor, or
a 500W rear-hub drive motor.
The 36V / 13.4Ah battery is
integrated ito the bike frame and
powers the motor at assisted

speeds up to 20MPH.
Chain driven, the fat tire is
equipped with 9-speed Shimano
Alivio external gearing. This is
paired with front and rear
hydraulic disc brakes, along with
CST 4” tires.
The Fat Tire has an aluminum
frame and weighs in at

CAUTION

Charge your battery fully before
using.

BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

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Accessories
The Fat Tire comes with an
adjustable kickstand that can be
extended or shortened.
A USB charging outlet can also
be found under theblack rubber
cover at the base of the battery,
labeled on page 3.

BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

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BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

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Check your e-bike before riding
everytime

Before operating your electric
bicycle, inspect it carefully to avoid
accidents or damage. Inspect your
bike completely before each ride.
Check wire connections to
make sure they are tight, make
sure wheels spin freely and arent
rubbing the brakes, monitor air
pressure in tires.

Turning the power on and then
accidentally twisting the throttle
can result in the e-bike lurching
forward and may cause an
accident, damage, or injury.

If the battery was removed,
place the battery back into its
location and be sure to lock it and
remove key. Check to see that the
battery is fully charged (battery
level indicated on screen) before
riding and check the air pressure of
the tires (45 – 50 psi). Be sure to
test the front and back brakes, as
well as the condition of the
handlebars and the front and back
wheels.

Make sure that everything is
fastened and secure. Be sure to
check that all quick releases are
locked and in good working order.

Taking off

As the bike starts, accelerate
slowly; do not try to get to your
maximum speed right away
because doing so could damage
the electric components.
If applied, the hand brake will
automatically cut the power to the
motor as well as release the
throttle. You should avoid using

the throttle while brakes are
being applied so that you do not

overload the motor. When starting
from an elevated path, pedal as
much as possible so that the
electric power will last longer.
Pedaling more than using solely
the throttle will lenghten the life of
the battery and motor.

Going downhill
When going downhill, please
do not turn the power off. If you

CAUTION

Always keep the power switched
OFF before riding. Turn on only
after you are ready to ride.

WARNING

Do not leave the key in the
battery lock while riding to avoid
breaking the key.

BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

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turn the power off, it could easily
damage the controller and motor.
If you are not pedaling or using the
throttle, there will be no power
assist when traveling downhill.
As you continue to ride,
thebattery will continue to
decrease proportionally based on
the amount of power you are
using. As the battery decreases,
the bar will go down one by one. If
the bar goes out completely, you
can still pedal your e-bike just like
a regular bike. Be sure to charge
your battery when you get to an
electrical outlet.
To get the best distance out of
your electric bike, refrain from
excessive stop and go braking, and
coast as much as possible.