6 Original User Manual | Pedelec Impulse 2.0 Ergo
The battery may heat up during charging. A maxi-
mum temperature of 45°C may be reached. If the
battery becomes any hotter than this, stop the
charging process immediately.
The Pedelec operates using extra-low voltage
(36volts). Never attempt to operate the Pedelec
using power om a source other than a genuine
Pedelec battery. The designations of approved
batteries are listed in Chapter 12 “Technical
data”. Only use the original charger provided!
When removing the battery om your Pedelec,
ensure that it does not fall out. This may cause
irreparable damage to the battery housing.
1.4 Motor
Bear in mind that the motor can heat up on long
ascents. Be carel not to touch it with your
hands, feet or legs. You could burn yourself.
Live parts may be exposed when you open covers
or remove parts. Connection points may also be
live. Maintenance or repairs on the motor when
it is open must only be carried out by a profes-
sional bike workshop.
1.5 Adjustments/maintenance/repair
When carrying out adjustments and maintenance
or when cleaning, avoid crushing cables or dam-
aging them with sharp edges.
Please have all installation and adjustment work
carried out by your specialist cycle shop. In case
you have to fasten something in place or change
something yourself, you will nd an exhaustive
list at the end of the General User Manual (CD)
detailing the tightening torques which must al-
ways be adhered to.
1.6 Transportation of the Pedelec
For the transportation of your Pedelec, we recommend
removing the battery om the Pedelec and packaging
it separately. A suitable transport container can be
obtained om your specialist cycle shop.
1.6.1 The Pedelec and your car
If you transport your Pedelec on a bike rack, ensure that it
is designed for the higher weight of a Pedelec. To reduce
the load on the rack, and for protection against the weath-
er, the battery must be transported inside the car.
1.6.2 The Pedelec on trains
In Germany, you can take your Pedelec with you on trains
which are marked with the bike symbol. On German Inter-
city (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, you must book a place
for your bike in advance. As a rule, you may not take bikes
with you on German Intercity Express (ICE) trains.
1.6.3 The Pedelec on aeroplanes
Your Pedelec is generally subject to the policies of the
respective airline concerning bikes. Batteries are subject
to dangerous goods legislation. Therefore, they must not
be carried on passenger planes – neither in the cargo
hold, nor the cabin. Please contact the relevant airline for
detailed information.
