9
Safety instructions
Ampler – Curt
There is a risk of injury from incorrect use of
the trailer adapter!
Incorrect assembly and improper use of the trailer adapter
and the trailer can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
Read and follow the instructions for the trailer adapter.
Do
not
modify the Pedelec accessories.
Do
not
modify the Pedelec trailer adapter.
Only use original components for the assembly and use
of the trailer adapter.
Corrosive cleaning agents
Injuries to eyes and skin may result from the use of corrosive
cleaning agents!
Cleaning agents can get into the eyes and on to the skin if
used carelessly.
Adhere to the cleaning agent manufacturer's instructions
for use.
Do
not
clean the Pedelec with corrosive cleaning agents.
Corrosive hydraulic fluid in the brake hoses
Injuries to eyes and skin may also be caused by the hydraulic
fluid in the brake hoses!
In case of damaged brake hoses: Avoid contact with any
leaking hydraulic fluid.
In case of contact with spilled hydraulic fluid: Rinse
exposed skin surfaces and eyes immediately with water.
Get medical help.
Handle hydraulic fluid only according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Irritant lubricants
Injuries to eyes and skin may be caused by exposure to
irritant lubricants.
Aerosolized caustic lubricants can get on the skin
and in the eyes.
Do
not
use aerosol based lubricants.
In case of contact with aerosolized lubricants: Rinse eyes
immediately with water, rinse affected skin areas with water.
Get medical help.
Tools with sharp edges and cutting edges
Cut and puncture injuries can result from sharp edges,
spikes and cutting blades of tools!
Improper and unprotected use of tools with sharp edges,
spikes and cutting blades can injure hands and other parts
of the body.
Use personal protective equipment if necessary.
Use tools with care.
Damaged rechargeable battery
Danger of fire and explosion!
A damaged battery can self-ignite and explode.
If the electronic safety system fails, the residual voltage in the
battery can trigger a short circuit.
Do
not
open the Pedelec battery casing.
Do
not
remove the battery yourself.
Do
not
disassemble or attempt to repair the battery yourself.
After a Pedelec has been dropped or subjected to an impact,
deactivate the Pedelec for at least 24 hours (do
not
switch
on the Pedelec, do
not
use it) and monitor the battery.
In the event of visible damage to the frame in the down tube
area of the installed battery:
y
Switch off the Pedelec immediately.
y
Do
not
switch the Pedelec on again.
y
Do
not
use the Pedelec.
If damage to the battery is suspected, store the Pedelec in a
dry area and protect it from heat.
y
Do
not
store the Pedelec near flammable materials.
Dispose of a Pedelec with a damaged battery appropriately.
The battery is installed within the frame, but water ingress might
cause a short circuit. The battery may self-ignite and explode.
Never immerse the frame of the Pedelec, even partially,
in water.
If there is a suspect of water ingress into the frame:
y
Switch off the Pedelec immediately.
y
Do
not
switch the Pedelec on again.
y
Do
not
use the Pedelec.
High outdoor temperatures can cause fluids to leak from the
battery and damage the housing. The battery may self-ignite
and explode.
Shield a Pedelec with a built-in battery from high temperatures,
long and/or strong sunlight and heat exposure.
Avoid severe and sudden temperature changes around the
frame of the Pedelec in the area of the built-in battery.
Do
not
store the Pedelec outdoors in high temperatures.
Keep the Pedelec in the shade during the summer.
Unsuitable battery chargers (e.g. ones with too high a voltage)
will damage the battery. The battery may self-ignite and explode.
Only use the original Ampler charger supplied with
the Pedelec.
If necessary, label the charger so that it can
not
be confused
with chargers for other batteries or other Pedelecs.
