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General notes on the rechargeable battery
• Keep in mind that you will get used to cycling with electrical
assistance after a while� This may result in a perceived drop
in the output of the rechargeable battery�
• If there is a loss of power or the operating time is significantly
reduced, contact your specialist dealer�
• Never perform any modifications on the rechargeable battery�
Note: You can find more information about the rechargeable bat-
tery in the chapter “Operation / Rechargeable battery”.�
7.1 Charging times
If the rechargeable battery is empty, a full charge cycle requires 4
to 6 hours� The duration of the rechargeable battery charge cycle
depends on the following factors:
– Battery capacitance
– Charge level of the rechargeable battery�
– Temperature of the rechargeable battery and surroundings�
7.2 Storing the rechargeable battery
If you do not use the rechargeable battery for a prolonged period
of time, please store it as follows:
• Charge the rechargeable battery to approximately 60 to 80 %
of the capacitance�
• For storage, take the rechargeable battery out of the holder
and place it in a safe location�
• Store the rechargeable battery so that there is no risk of it fall-
ing down and so that it is out of reach of children and animals�
• If possible, store the rechargeable battery at room tempera-
ture in a dry, well ventilated area�
• If you are not using the rechargeable battery for a prolonged
period of time, it is best to store the rechargeable battery in a
well ventilated location such as a basement at approx. +10 to
+15 °C�
• Protect the rechargeable battery against moisture and water�
• Make sure that the upper and lower temperature limit is not
exceeded or underrun during storage (see chapter “Technical
data”)�
For storage exceeding 3 months, please recharge the recharge-
able battery every quarter to half year depending on storage con-
ditions. Then charge the rechargeable battery again to approx. 60
to 80 % of the capacitance�
• After the charging process, always disconnect the charger
from the rechargeable battery and pull the mains plug out
of the socket�
7.3 Transporting or shipping the
rechargeable battery
Lithium ion rechargeable batteries are subject to the requirements
of dangerous goods legislation� The private user may transport
undamaged rechargeable batteries on the road without any further
requirements.
• Please note that the special requirements for packaging and
labelling e�g� during air transport or shipping orders apply for
commercial transport�
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