Daymak The Rome E-Bike, User Manual

Page 1: ...The Rome E Bike By Daymak Lead Acid Battery Electric Bicycle User s Guide For Use in Canada Only Updated July 2008...

Page 2: ...lternative energy and fuel efficient vehicles It has a distribution network of 10 retail stores two of which are coporate owned and 50 dealers primarily in On tario Daymak possesses the expertise and...

Page 3: ...e 3 Table of Contents About Daymak 2 Table of Contents 3 Introduction 4 Bicycle Part Diagrams 5 Riding Instructions 6 Operating Instructions 10 The Battery 12 Technical Data 16 Maintenance and Trouble...

Page 4: ...ul ongoing design work by our engineers We hope you enjoy using this product and welcome any feedback that you may have New Laws Most provinces in Canada most states in the U S A the United Kingdom an...

Page 5: ...g 5 Rear Wheel 6 Rear Shock Absorber 7 Hub Motor 8 Controller inside 9 Kickstand 10 Battery inside 11 Battery Carrier with lock 12 Battery charger slot 13 Front Shock Absorber 14 Wheel Rims 15 Tire 16...

Page 6: ...arefully when turning and riding defensively An e bike is a motorized vehicle even though it is classed as a bicycle You must follow the law Stay Sober Never ride your bicycle while intoxicated An e b...

Page 7: ...just below the dash board and turn the key to the right When your e bike is activated the power indicator will light and the battery charge indicator will jump showing you how much power your e bike h...

Page 8: ...ecked regularly The brake pads will eventually wear down through friction and after significant use will have to be replaced Signalling You can signal and warn other users of the road by both sound an...

Page 9: ...and give yourself more room to stop or slow if necessary The Motor and Water Your e bike is not designed to be immersed in water Always ensure that the water level does not go above the middle of the...

Page 10: ...sm such as items you have placed in the storage compartment and push the seat down with force You will hear a click sound when it is properly closed Note The seat trunk will not open if you are sittin...

Page 11: ...This is useful if you are going to store your e bike or if it is damaged and you wish to bring it to be serviced Disable the circuit breaker using the following very simple procedure 1 Open the seat...

Page 12: ...ence of steep hills and inclines and other issues such as proper air pressure in the tires Saving Power If you are traveling long distances you can save a lot of electricity by using better driving ha...

Page 13: ...he charger cable into the charging slot on the e bike This is found on the outside casing of the e bike in front of and just underneath the seat 3 Plug the male end of the charger power cable into you...

Page 14: ...every 21 days should be sufficient Storage Conditions Store the battery on a flat cool dry surface Do not allow the battery temperature to drop below 10 degrees Celsius for extended periods of time Wa...

Page 15: ...are wet Water is an excellent conductor of electricity You may experience an electrical shock and you may be injured Replacement and Disposal After approximately 300 charges a lead acid battery will n...

Page 16: ...lows your e bike to achieve faster acceleration to climb steeper hills and to save energy In future it will allow for other ways of recharging your e bike s batteries such as by using solar or wind po...

Page 17: ...Unlike normal friction grip bicycle brakes which clamp down from the outside the drum brakes clamp from the inside When the brakes are activated tension increases and the clamps engage This is a very...

Page 18: ...00 RPM Working efficiency 70 80 Torque 32 55 Nm Max Climbing Angle 20 Degrees Controller Statistics Model D 125 Input voltage 48V Low Protective Voltage 43 5V Excess Current Protection 17A Charger Inp...

Page 19: ...the valve cap and place in a secure location 4 Place the nozzle end of an air pump hand power or mechanical over the valve 5 Pump up the air in the tire being careful not to let the pressure go above...

Page 20: ...From time to time you may need to adjust the brake cable tension on your drum brakes to loosen or tighten them On your drum brakes a small wing nut rides up and down a threaded bolt moving the brake c...

Page 21: ...5 Replace the battery 6 Re start the e bike Note It is a good idea to always carry a spare 30 A fuse to replace the fuse in case it blows The Motor Do not service the motor yourself Bring the e bike...

Page 22: ...of what you are doing and have a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment If your e bike is not performing properly disconnect the circuit breaker and bring the e bike to your local...

Page 23: ...ng Bulletin at the end of this manual and keep it with you when you are traveling If you are stopped by traffic authorities who are unfamiliar with e bikes or the regulations concerning them show them...

Page 24: ...assisted bicycles will require the same safety equipment as bicycles under the Highway Traffic Act Proper lights Proper brakes Proper bell Bicycle Helmets Anyone operating an e bike will be required t...

Page 25: ...helmet as required by subsection 104 2 1 of the HTA may ride a power assisted bicycle on the highway There is no requirement for a drivers license a permit or insurance The main requirements for a bic...