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Ampler Pedelec
Ampler – Curt
4.1.8 Electric drive
The Pedelec is equipped with an electric drive that assists the
ride with 2 selectable assist modes up to the max. speed of 25
km/h. The power button is used to switch the Pedelec on before
riding, to select the assist mode if required, to switch the lights
on/off and to switch the Pedelec off after riding. The modes are
shown on the display.
The drive has a Li-ion battery as power source, an electric motor
and sensors that measure speed, cadence and torque.
The motor output adjusts accordingly to the selected assist
mode and the torque sensor signal.
The battery, the electronics and the sensors are integrated into
the Pedelec's down tube and bottom bracket.
The motor and the hub of the rear wheel form an integrated unit.
The Pedelec can be used with or without motor assist.
1 Rear wheel
2 Motor cable
3 Integrated motor
4.1.9 Rechargeable battery
The battery is integrated into the down tube. The battery
supplies power for the motor and the lighting system.
The battery is charged via the charging port on the down tube
of the Pedelec. The display on the top tube shows the state of
charge of the battery when the Pedelec is switched on.
The factory charge level of the battery is between 40% and 90%.
The battery capacity cannot fully develop in cold weather.
On particularly cold days, this can lead to a shorter range.
4.2 Battery charger
The charger is specced in accordance with the electrical
system’s requirements.
1 Mains plug
2 Power cord
3 Charging plug
4 Charging cable
5 Battery charger
6 Charging LED
