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Handling the battery
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If any liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes,
immediately wash the affected area thoroughly with
clean water such as tap water without rubbing your eyes,
and seek medical advice immediately. If this is not done,
the battery liquid may damage your eyes.
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Do not recharge the battery in places with high humidity
or outdoors. Doing so may result in electric shock.
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Do not insert or remove the plug while it is wet. If this is not
observed, electric shocks may result. If there is water leaking
out of the plug, dry it thoroughly before inserting it.
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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 place of purchase. Doing so
may cause overheating, bursting, or ignition of the battery.
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Do not use the battery if it has any noticeable scratches
or other external damage. Doing so may cause bursting,
overheating or problems with operation.
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The operating temperature ranges for the battery are
given below. Do not use the battery in temperatures
outside these ranges. If the battery is used or stored in
temperatures outside these ranges, fire, injury or
problems with operation may occur.
1. During discharge: –10 °C - 50 °C
2. During charging: 0 °C - 40 °C
Cleaning
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The frequency of maintenance will vary depending on the riding
conditions. Periodically clean the chain using an appropriate chain
cleaner. Do not use alkaline or acidic cleaning agents for removing
rust under any circumstances. If such cleaning agents are used,
they may damage the chain and serious injury may result.
CAUTION
To ensure safe riding
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Observe the instructions in the user's manual for the
bicycle, in order to ride safely.
Using the product safely
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Periodically check the battery charger and adapter, particularly
the cord, plug, and case, for any damage. If the charger or
adapter is broken, do not use it until it has been repaired.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory 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.
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Do not allow children to play near the product.
Handling the battery
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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.
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If any leaked fluid gets on your skin or clothes, wash it
off immediately with clean water. The leaked fluid may
damage your skin.
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Store the battery in a safe place out of the reach of
infants and pets.
Cleaning
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If any malfunctions or other problems occur, contact the
place of purchase.
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Never attempt to modify the system yourself, as it may
cause problems with system operation.
NOTE
Using the product safely
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Be sure to install caps to any connectors which are not
being used.
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For installation and adjustment of the product, consult a
dealer.
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The Product is designed to be fully waterproof to
withstand wet weather riding conditions. However, do
not deliberately place them into water.
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Do not clean the bicycle in a high-pressure wash. If water
gets into any of the components, operating problems or
rusting may result.
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Do not turn the bicycle upside down. The cycle computer
or the shifting switch may get damaged.
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Handle the product carefully, and avoid subjecting it to
any strong shocks.
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Although the bicycle still functions as a normal bicycle even
when the battery is removed, the light does not turn on if
it is connected to the electric power system. Be aware that
using the bicycle under these conditions will be considered
non-observance of the road traffic laws in Germany.
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When charging the battery while it is mounted on the
bicycle, be careful of the following:
- When charging, make sure there is no water on the
charging port or the charger plug.
- Ensure that the battery is locked into the battery
mount before charging.
- Do not remove the battery from the battery mount
while charging.
- Do not ride with the charger mounted.
- Close the charging port cap when not charging.
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