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Cleaning, maintenance and care
Ampler – Curt
8.2.8 Fasteners
ATTENTION
Fasteners can be damaged by over-tightening!
Overtightening fasteners can overload them, damage the thread, leading to loss of locking force and breakage of fasteners.
Do
not
exceed the tightening torque of the fastener.
If necessary, use a suitable torque wrench.
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Check all fasteners on the Pedelec regularly.
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Tighten any fasteners that are loose or have play. Pay attention to the tightening torques according to the table.
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If necessary, visit a bicycle workshop to have the cause of loosening fasteners checked out.
8.2.9 Rechargeable battery
ATTENTION
Damage to the battery is caused by a permanently low charge level when not in use for a long time.
The battery cells may be damaged.
Check the state of charge regularly and charge the battery if necessary.
Check battery
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Check the state of charge of the battery
regularly at least every 4 weeks
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Charging the battery
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Charge the battery when the state of charge is too low.
Check charging port
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Check the charging port, especially the contact pins.
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Check if the charging port cover is securely attached.
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In case of dirt or corroded contacts: Clean the charging port. Do
not
use metal brushes or similar.
Cleaning the charging port
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If necessary, clean the charging port by applying soap water and using e.g. an old toothbrush.
