Electrical System Technical Manual8All batteries lose power over time. This process is called ‘self discharge’. If the battery is discharged too much, deepdischarge will occur. A deep discharge can cause permanent damage to the battery pack. In order to prevent this situation,follow the charge instructions carefully.Advice for charging• Always charge the battery pack using the charger delivered with the bicycle. Do not use any other charger.• Before using the bicycle for the first time, fully charge the battery pack in one go until the indicator on the chargerbecomes green.• The charging will automatically stop after 24 hours when the battery pack is fully charged.• The battery pack does not need to be completely empty before charging. The battery pack remains in a good conditionwhen you recharge the bicycle after every use (regardless of the distance).• An empty battery pack that is not charged, may get damaged.• The guarantee will be null and void when deep discharge is established• In the event of long-term storage, charge the battery pack fully and then disconnect the battery pack from its charger.Charge the battery pack at least once every two months. You can also choose to keep the battery pack connected to thecharger. Disconnect the charger at least one time every two months, and then connect it again to the battery pack.• The battery pack does not charge with a temperature below 0 °C and above 45 °C.WarningsCarefully read the warnings given below. The manufacturer is not responsible for accidents or faults causedby improper use of (parts of) the e-bike.• Make sure that no short circuit occurs when connecting the battery pack.• Do not expose the battery pack to fire or heat. Never place the battery pack into fire.• Do not drop the battery pack and do not damage it.• Do not immerse the battery pack in water or in any other liquid.• Keep the battery pack away from children.• Never open the battery pack without permission. The battery pack has been sealed. Breaking the seal will make theguarantee null and void.• Do not put any liquids or metal into the charger.• Do not connect the charger with wet hands.• Do not touch the charger in case of lightning.• Do not use the charger in an environment with a very high humidity level.• Do not use the charger for any other purposes.• Ensure proper ventilation while charging.• No not connect the charger to the mains voltage when it is not used.• Do not charge the battery pack in direct sunlight.• Never open or damage the motor.Temperature ranges Minimum MaximumCharge 0 °C 45 °CUse of peddling assistance -15 °C 45 °CStorage (minimum state of charge 60 - 80%) -10 °C 35 °CBattery pack and charger4.1 Advice for charging4