Polini E-P3 User Manual

E-P3 POLINI MOTOR – USER’S MANUAL

- Thank you for choosing an E-bike equipped with E-P3 Polini motor

- Only drive your vehicle using protective clothing

CONTENTS

1.0- IMPORTANT NOTICE

1.1- Important information for your safety

1.2- Battery cleaning

1.3- Battery key

2.0- E-P3 POLINI system features

2.1- Turn E-P3 system on

2.2- Turn E-P3 system off

3.0- Charging the battery

3.1- Data sheet

3.2- About the charger LED lamp

3.3- About the battery charging

3.4- Installing and removing the battery

4.0- Display

4.1- Controls

4.2- Display

4.3- Switch the display off

4.4- Headlights – installation of additional lights

5.0- Pedal-assist setting

5.1-Advices to optimize the battery range

5.2- Walk assist mode (walk)

6.0- Servicing and errors research

7.0-Assembly of the water bottle holder

8.0-Firware update

9.0- Disposal

1.0- IMPORTANT NOTICE

For safety, carefully read this users’ manual before using and follow it for correct use.

• Go to the place of purchase or to a bicycle dealer for information on the installation and adjustment of the products
which are not included in this manual.

• Do not disassemble or alter this product.

• Use the product according to the local laws and regulations.

1.1- Important Safety information

DANGER

Handling the battery

• Do not deform, modify and disassemble the battery. Do not apply welding on the battery itself. Doing so may cause
leakages, overheating, bursting or ignition of the battery.

• Do not leave the battery near sources of heat such as heaters. Do not heat the battery or throw it into the fire.
Doing so may cause bursting or ignition of the battery.

• Do not subjects the battery to strong shocks or throw it. Doing so may cause bursting or ignition of the battery.

• Do not place the battery into fresh or sea water and avoid the battery terminals getting wet. Doing so may cause

bursting or ignition of the battery.

• Use only the proper Polini charger to recharge the battery and respect the indicated charging conditions. Doing so
may cause bursting or ignition of the battery.

• If any liquid leaking from the battery gets into contact with your eyes, immediately wash the affected area with
clean water without rubbing your eyes and seek medical advice immediately. If this is not done the battery liquid may
damage your eyes.

• Do not recharge the battery in places with high humidity or outdoors. Doing so may result in electric shock

• Do not insert or remove the plug while it is wet. If this is not observed, electric shock may result. If there is water

leaking out of the plug, dry it thoroughly before inserting it.

• If the battery does not become fully charged after 6 hours of charging, immediately unplug the battery from the
outlet to stop charging and contact the dealer. If this is not observed it may cause bursting or ignition of the battery.

• Do not use the battery if it has any noticeable scratches or other external damage. If this is not observed it may

cause bursting or ignition of the battery.

• The operating temperatures ranges for the battery are given below. Do not use the battery with temperature
outside these ranges. If the battery is used or stored in temperatures outside these ranges, fire and injury or operation
problems with may occur.

1. During use: –20 °C /+ 60 °C

2. During charging: 0 °C /+ 45 °C

To ensure safe riding

• To avoid accident, when the bicycle is moving, do not dedicate too much attention to the display of the cycle­computer.

Using the product safely.

• Be sure to remove the battery before wiring or connecting the parts to the bicycle. Otherwise an electric shock may
result.

CAUTION

To ensure safe when riding

• Observe the instructions in the user’s manual for the bicycles

Using the product safely

• Periodically check the battery charger, particularly the wire, plug and the case to check any damage. If the charger or
adapter are broken, do not use them till they have been repaired.

• These device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensor or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Do not allow children to play near the products.

How to handle the battery

• Do not leave the battery in a place exposed to direct sunlight, inside a vehicle on a hot day, or other hot places. This
may result in battery leakage.

• If any leaked fluid gets on your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately with clean water. The leaked fluid may
damage your skin.

• Store the battery in a safe place out of the reach of infants or pets.

• If any malfunctions or other problems occur, contact the dealer.

• Never attempt to modify the system yourself, as it may cause problems of malfunctioning.

NOTE: Using the product safely

• To install and adjust the product, consult a dealer.

• Do not turn the bicycle upside-down. The cycle-computer or the switching switch may get damaged.

• Handle the products carefully, and avoid subjecting it to any strong shocks.

• When the battery is removed, the battery works as a normal bicycle. If the light is connected to the electric power

system, it does turn on.

• When charging the battery while it is mounted on the bicycle, be careful of the following:

- When charging, make sure that there is no water on the charging port or on the charger plug.

- Make sure that the battery is locked into the battery mount before charging

- Do not remove the battery from the battery when charging

- Do not use the battery with the charger mounted.

- Close the charging port when not charging

How to handle the battery

• When you carry a power-assisted bicycle in a car, remove the battery from the bicycle and place the battery on a
stable surface in the car.

• Before connecting the battery, make sure that there is not build-up water or dirt on the connector where the
battery will be connected.

• The use of a Polini genuine battery is recommended

Disposal information for countries outside the European Union

This symbol is valid in the European Union only. Follow the local regulation for the disposal of used
batteries. In case of doubt, contact the place of purchase or a bicycle dealer

1.2- Cleaning the battery

• Do not use thinner or other solvents to clean any of the products. These substances may damage the surfaces.

• Use a damp cloth, with the water well wrung-out, when cleaning the battery and plastic cover.

• Batteries are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration from normal use.

• This battery is designed to be fully waterproof and to be used when raining while properly installed on the bicycle.

Do not put the battery in contact with water when not installed on the bicycle because the electric terminals, in these
conditions, are not protected.

• Do not clean the bicycle using high pressure water jets. If the water penetrates inside the parts, may result some
malfunctioning.

1.3- Battery key

CAUTION: if you lose the keys, contact your dealer to replace the whole key lock.

2- Features of POLINI E-P3 system

The following information must be satisfied before using the E-bike propulsion system:

• Battery is charged, inserted and turned on

• Speed sensor is connected in accordance to the central movement and the magneto is properly placed.

When the speed of 25km/h is reached, the propulsion system disconnects automatically. The system turns on when
starting pedalling again and the speed is lower than 25km/h.
Power assist stops simultaneously with the stop of the rider’s pedalling. Quick re-start of the power assist upon
starting pedalling. Power assist system cooperates and harmonizes with rider’s output.

2.1- Turn E-P3 system on

1. Turn the battery ON using the on/off button

2. Select your preferred assist mode from 1 to 5 using the arrow buttons.

3. Assistance will start when the pedal start turning

4. Change the assist mode in accordance with the riding conditions

2.2- Turn E-P3 system off

To turn the system off, first switch the display off then turn the battery off.

Caution:

1- To keep the travelling data updated on the

display, first turn the display off and then the
battery. On the contrary the travelling data on
the display are not saved properly.

2- By turning off the display only, the battery

remains ON for 2 hours with a low battery
consumption.

3- It is not possible to turn the display off while

riding the bicycle.

3- Charging the battery

The battery is prearranged and designed to be used with E-P3 Polini system only. It’s the part that allows to store
energy and provide it to the electric motor when necessary.

Charging can be carried out at any time regardless of the amount of charge remaining, but you should fully charge
the battery at the following times. (Be sure to use the dedicated charger when recharging the battery at these
times):

• The battery is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Before riding, be sure to charge the battery until it is fully

charged.

If the battery has become fully spent, charge it as soon as possible. If you leave the battery without charging it, it
will deteriorate before its time.

• If the bicycle will not be ridden for a long period of time, store it away with approximately 70% battery capacity

remaining. In addition, take care not to let the battery become completely empty by charging it for 2 hours every 3
months.

Charging the battery only

1. Turn the battery off

2. Connect the battery charger’s power plug to the
outlet

3. Insert the charging plug into the battery's charging
port. Charge the battery on an indoors flat surface.

Charging the battery while installed onto the bicycle

1. Turn the battery off

2. Stabilize the bicycle to ensure that it does not
collapse during charging

3. Insert the battery charger power plug into the
outlet.

4. Insert the charging plug into the charging port on
the battery mount.

WARNING: Charge the battery respecting the safety advises.

CAUTION: evoid any deposit of dirt on the connections of the battery chargers and connectors.

NOTE: remember that a battery fully discharged needs 4/5 hours to fully charge.

CAUTION: a possible interruption during the charging operation does no damage the battery.

CAUTION: After every charge, close the
the rubber on the battery plug.

3.1- Data sheet

Lithium ion rechargeable battery

Nominal tension

36 V

Nominal capacity

13.8Ah

Energy

500 Wh

Working temperature
Charged: 0...+45 °C

Dead: -20...+60 °C

Storage temperature

1 year: -20...+25 °C

3 months: -20...+45 °C

1 month: -20...+55 °C

Air humidity

45...70 %

Dimensions

348*81*72.3 mm

Weight

2.656 Kg

DANGER

• Use the POLINI specified charger and observe the specified charging conditions when charging the battery. Not
doing so may cause overheating, bursting or ignition of the battery.