098 Manual - Liberty Electric Bikes
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1. A You turn the power on the indicator lights are all on but with throttle or pedal assist the ebike doesn t work B You turn the power on the indicator lights are all on bike works with throttle but not with pedal assist 1 Your controller needs to be replaced or 2 Your pedal assist module needs to be replaced or 3 Your motor needs to be replaced C You turn the power on the indicator lights are all on bike works with pedal assist but not with throttle D You turn the power on then twist the throttle but the ebike doesn t work 1 Your controller needs to be replaced or 2 Your throttle needs to be replaced or 3 Your motor needs to be replaced 1 Check your battery to see if it needs to be charged or 2 Your fuse needs to be replaced or 3 Your controller needs to be replaced or 4 Your motor needs to be replaced E The switch is turned on and the Check whether the throttle is stuck in the on position er off without using the D Lubricate or replace the throttle if it is faulty F After stopping the ebike doesn t Check whether the brake handles are fully released start when the throttle is twisted D Check A B and C above G The speed is unusually slow Make sure throttle is operating correctly Check to see if the battery is fully charged Make sure speed limiter is not connected H You connect the power to the Check whether there is electricity to the charger c2. Dealer s Name Dealer s Ph Dealer s Email Table of Contents trode LOT eceania tec tasn sete sne EE E bi tegsasaghetidawcsarantee Sin bteguavedenias 2 Tablic of Contents sasore i a A E dll ot era tcae led al 3 IMPOR AN HISTHUICHIONS soraa n EAT ATE 4 Parts Locations and Specifications serceriaiiieeni ea e EET 5 ASSEDI rai A E T E E E 6 Dale Wy Precaution zos 11 General Operating Tis tC OM eioi Sarees ee a ante pee E a 12 TA mE B AUS LS atye chsh tetera tate natatoe aie te tnte te aasuesae sat ntavabooease totes tudes natetatasaratae 13 Battery Precautii OINS sasina E E 14 Mante AIA CC sasaaa a ae 15 Tor Leis HOOI S oE A EN EA A A E E ATOT E 16 VY ANY a A E S A eee E E E A 17 Federa LECS BIke LAW crci rie a E E O 18 Important Instructions Safeguard your battery to insure continued high performance It should be recharged after each use The normal full cycle battery life if it is continuously discharged and recharged is between 300 1000 cycles depending on which battery came with your bike after which the storage capacity of the battery will gradually decline CAUTION Fully charge the batteries before the first use Failure to do this can result in decreased battery performance for the life of the bike Fully charge the battery each time you use the bike Battery performance is affected by the temperature and is generally better in warm temperatures When the temperature is below 32 F 0 C the battery curren
3. and the rear 1s a white pack They are installed as shown in the following pictures 1 Set the front battery bottom in the cradle then connect the cord into the socket and lean it forward Lock it in place with the key and fold the handle in the slot so it is not in the way 2 The rear battery slides along a guide until it sets in place Connect the cord into the socket and lock it in place with the key for safety Safety Precautions e Before operating your bicycle inspect it carefully to avoid accidents or damage e Do not drive close to other vehicles e ALWAYS keep the power switched OFF until you are seated on the bike and ready to ride Turning the power on and then accidentally twisting the throttle can result in the bike lurching forward and may cause an accident damage or injury e NEVER attempt to disassemble the motor battery controller or throttle This can result in injury fire or damage to the bike e ONLY use the charger supplied with your bike to charge the battery Using the improper charger can result in fire or explosion e KEEP the batteries out of the reach of children e Obey all traffic laws relevant to the operation of bicycles and electric bicycles e Use the turn signals if equipped or hand signals at all times when making turns e KEEP both hands on the handlebars at all times e DO NOT hang objects on or under the handlebars e DO NOT brake suddenly in the rain or on slippery wet surfaces e
4. picture on the right The seat hinge has a bolt through it that attaches to the u shaped end of the silver post at end of screwdriver in photo There are two holes on the u shape that the bolt goes through They then are screwed onto the plastic hinge as shown in photo Installing Mirrors Your bike comes with two rear view mirrors l Remove the hex head bolt with a 6mm allen wrench see left hand picture below Be careful not to lose the nut on the bottom which will be used to attach the mirrors 2 Insert the threaded end of the mirror into the hole see center picture below where the bolt was removed and screw it into the nut on the bottom 3 Adjust mirror for proper angle see right hand picture below and then tighten the nut that comes on the mirror down on the handlebar bracket to secure the mirror and brake handle This tightens the whole assembly Installing Rear Locking Trunk optional If you ordered the rear trunk it has bolts inside that go through the bottom of the trunk into the rear carrier of the bike Place the rubber pad on top of the rack then place the trunk on top being sure to line up the bolt holes in the steel plates Then insert the bolts and tighten You should use thread lock to ensure they don t vibrate lose Connect the wires to the rear turn signals with the electrical connectors between the trunk and the wire located on the carrier Now your rear turn signals should work properly Fastenin
5. plugging charger into your outlet You can charge your batteries while they are still in the bike or you may remove the batteries and take them inside to charge them by using the short jumper cable provided to provide continuity between the two batteries see picture on p 5 in diagram of electric bike This is especially convenient during cold weather DO NOT TRY TO CHARGE ONLY ONE BATTERY PACK WHILE BATTERIES ARE NOT CONNECTED TOGETHER eInsert the charger into the wall outlet A red light will come on It will take about 3 6 hours to recharge the battery completely A green light will appear when the battery 1s approximately 90 charged eAfter the green light comes on the batteries should be left on the charger for an additional 2 hours for the batteries to become fully charged eAfter the green light comes on the charger 1s in trickle charge mode and will maintain the batteries fully charged state If you will be gone for several days you should unplug the charger This 1s especially true in hot weather Avoid overcharging and damaging the battery Do not leave the charger connected to the battery for more than 10 hours eThe charger will become warm during charging so keep charger away from any flammable materials The charger may reach 185 F 85 C during normal charging eBecause specifications of the charger may change in the process of production please read the information on the charger itself or the charger manual if supplied i
6. possible dangerous situations A DO NOT use chargers or other components other than that which has been approved and tested by this company This company is not responsible for damages caused by the use of other products not specifically designed and tested for use with this electric bike Battery chargers contain sensitive electronics Improper use dropping or sudden jolts can damage the charger and its internal electronics which is NOT covered by warranty DO NOT LEAVE THE CHARGER ON FOR MORE THAN 10 HOURS Check all nuts bolts screws and spokes to make sure they are tight before riding If any screws nuts or bolts are loose put some thread lock on the threads and then tighten A When riding down hill you MUST have the key on even if you are NOT using the throttle and even if the battery is not in the bike The motor will generate enough electricity to RUIN your controller which is NOT covered by warranty Parts Locations Throttle Front Fork Tire Rear Battery Box Head Battery Box SyIG 211 091 Jo WesIbeIG Specifications Battery 48v 10 ah Lead Acid Frame Steel Wheel Size 22 Suspension Front fork Brakes Front V rear servo Motor 350w brushless Working Style Pedal assist amp throttle control Charging Time 3 6 hours Range 28 41 miles depending on conditions Speed Up to 15 mph Weight of Bike 108 Ib Maximum Load 300 Ib ASSEMBLY Your new ebike will arrive pa
7. straighten them place both legs on either side of the front tire Holding the front tire between your legs turn the handlebars until they are straight They should turn fairly hard If it is impossible to turn them you can loosen the handlebar stem by access in the back of the plastic headlight cover see picture where you can loosen the nut turn the handlebars and then tighten it again Installing the Pedals eNote the left and right of the pedal L left R right are stamped on the threaded end of the pedal _ eAttach the L pedal to the L crank then R pedal to R crank a eScrew the pedals in and tighten them fully A The L pedal has left hand threads and the R pedal has right hand threads Misapplication is not covered under warranty Installing the Front Basket The front basket comes with parts for bracket to attach the front basket Bolt the basket to the front mounting bracket that comes off the front of the bike as shown in picture through the white bracket When you tighten these bolts we recommend you use some thread locking material such as LockTite to insure that road vibration does not vibrate your bolts loose Assembly Parts The bottom bracket is fastened to the white round bracket beneath the basket with the bracket and bolts provided as shown in picture Installing Seat Your bike MAY come with the seat removed for protection in shipping If this is true for your bike then please note the
8. turn the bike on The power lights meter should show your battery capacity 7 Pedaling or using the throttle on the right hand will begin to accelerate the bike ATTENTION After the power is on if the rider twists the throttle the bike will lurch forward Do not turn the power on until you are ready to go The hand brake will automatically cut the power to the motor as also will releasing the throttle While starting or climbing a hill pedal as much as possible so that the electric power will not be drained too much At the same time it can lengthen the life of the battery and motor ATTENTION When riding down hills do not turn off the power otherwise the controller and motor will be easily damaged which is NOT covered under warranty While running if the battery power is getting low the battery meter will lessen At this time you should pedal your ebike like a regular bike and charge the battery as soon as you get to an electrical outlet Turn off the power and remove the key while parking If you decide to push your bike for any reason make sure to turn the power off so you don t accidently turn the throttle making the electric bicycle start suddenly and cause an accident To help get the best distance out of your electric bike refrain from a lot of braking and coast as much as possible Charging Batteries eTurn the key to OFF and remove the key eInsert plug of the charger into charging port of the battery box before
9. CLES SEC 38 a Notwithstanding any other provision of law low speed electric bicycles are consumer products within the meaning of section 3 a 1 and shall be subject to the Commission regulations published at section 1500 18 a 12 and part 1512 of title 16 Code of Federal Regulations b For the purpose of this section the term low speed electric bicycle means a two or three wheeled vehicle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts 1 h p whose maximum speed on a paved level surface when powered solely by such a motor while ridden by an operator who weighs 170 pounds is less than 20 mph c To further protect the safety of consumers who ride low speed electric bicycles the Commission may promulgate new or amended requirements applicable to such vehicles as necessary and appropriate d This section shall supersede any State law or requirement with respect to low speed electric bicycles to the extent that such State law or requirement is more stringent than the Federal law or requirements referred to in subsection a We recommend you laminate this sheet and keep with you when riding 18
10. Liberty 48v City Bike Thank you for your decision to buy this product A Please use this product according to the instructions Please keep the instructions in a handy place Liberty 098 48v City Bike 48 Volt Lead Acid 1 Introduction Dear Customer Wow You are excited You have just received your brand new ebike We too are excited because as designers and developers of our bikes we love to make you happy and we believe your new ebike will give you lots of fun I know you want to get this bike on the road immediately but please STOP Why Well first of all you need to charge your batteries fully before using them So while your ebike is charging take the time to read this manual We have worked hard to make it as readable as possible This manual will help prevent injury and teach you how to care for your new ebike It is the owner s responsibility to carefully read all of the contents of this manual and to comply with all laws pertaining to the operation of bicycles and or electric bicycles in your local jurisdiction If you have any questions please consult with the laws web page on www iloveEbikes com or consult your local department of motor vehicles for clarification These electric bikes are not classified as motor vehicles however to drive them on the roads various states have differing laws We have worked hard to provide you a quality well designed product without defects That is our responsibility
11. USE extreme caution when riding near other vehicles Assume they do not see you and be careful at intersections and when starting from a stopped position e When cleaning your electric bike do not use a steady direct stream of water from a hose Use a cloth to avoid short circuiting any electrical components Your electric bike has a durable finish and does not need to be waxed Clean with a mild detergent and buff to restore its original shine e Please wear a safety helmet and glasses for your own protection whenever riding e Wear bright clothing to help make you visible to other motor vehicles e Do not wear loose clothing that can become caught on the bicycle e Do NOT leave the charger connected to the battery for more than 10 hours General Operating Instructions BEFORE YOU RIDE 1 Charge your battery until the green indicator light on the charger comes on but do not allow it to charge more than 10 hours 2 Check the air pressure of the tires Make sure they are at the recommended psi embossed on the sidewall of the tire 3 Check the front and back brakes and the condition of the front and back wheels handlebar and saddle Make sure they are tight and fastened Make sure all quick releases are locked and secure and that all parts are in good working order Inspect your bike completely 4 If it was removed install the charged battery in the battery seat of bike and lock it 5 Raise the kickstand 6 Sit on the bike and
12. You too have a part to play With proper care maintenance and attention to bicycle safety rules your ebike will give you years of enjoyment Please read the instructions carefully before using your ebike Do not ride this bicycle until you have read and thoroughly understand the owner s manual It contains information critical to your safety If you have questions about the operation of this electric bicycle consult your authorized dealer It is extremely important that you follow the safety guidelines contained in this manual in order to ensure your maximum safety If you loan your bike to anyone make sure they also know how to operate it safely When using the load should not be greater than the maximum capacity and please pay attention to increase the braking distance during rainy or snowy days This ebike can operate in the rain and snow but it CANNOT be submerged in water When the motor is submerged in water it may short circuit and fail which is NOT covered by the warranty Please don t dismantle and repair the spare parts by yourself but go to the local dealer Please take time to record the following information Recording Your Ebike Info Serial Number The serial number is located on i the right side of the frame Modei ws behind the chain guard To view this number you need to take Color off the chain guard by carefully prying off the chrome plastic Date of and unscrew the plastic chain Purchase guard
13. g Rear Fender Your bike may come with the rear fender held tight to the rear tire for protection Fasten the rear fender wire support as in picture with supplied phillips screw Fasten both sides of the rear fender PIC 1 PIC 2 PIC 3 Adjusting Rear Brakes Pic 1 is the first brake adjustment By loosening this nut with a 10mm wrench pulling the cable tighter will increase the amount of braking power and loosing the cable will reduce the amount of braking power You can adjust this to your own liking Pic 2 is the second pad adjustment As you spin the wheel turn the phillips screw clock wise to put the pad closer to the drum but not too close and counter clock wise to put the pad further away from the drum As the pads wear you will need to adjust this occasionally to put the pad closer to the drum to keep your brake properly adjusted Pic 3 is a fine tune adjustment using an 8mm wrench This also has a lock nut to keep the adjuster in the position you put it in Adjusting out will tighten the cable and if it can be adjusted in it will loosen the tension on the cable The spring s purpose is to relax the brake upon releasing the brake handle Installing Batteries You may receive your batteries in a separate box for safety in shipping If so you need to insert the batteries into the bike and plug them in for power There are two different battery packs the front and the rear The front has the matching color of your bike
14. harger but the indicator light If you have a voltage meter you can check to see if the does not come on charger produces the correct current I You plug in the charger to the Check to see if the batteries are fully charged ebike and the outlet and the Check whether the charger is plugged in properly to 8 plugs properly green light comes on instead of the red light This means it isn t both the battery and the outlet charging Check the voltage of the charger and battery 4 If zero voltage on the charger then it needs to be replaced If zero voltage from the battery then check the fuse If all above mentioned situations are normal then there is some other problem Please call your local Liberty ebike dealer Warranty With normal care and recommended maintenance this electric bicycle is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for the following period of time 3 months electronic controller charger and throttle 6 months hub motor and battery year frame We will repair or replace at our option any product or part that is defective in material or workmanship without charge if the product is presented to us at our authorized Liberty Electric Bike Service Center at 1 800 806 7109 with dated proof of purchase inside of warranty period Shipping charges are not covered under this warranty This limited warranty does not cover the normal wear of items such as tire
15. n detail before using eAlways charge the bike in a dry and clean place Keep the charger dry and clean Battery Precautions Do not touch the two poles of the battery with your hands when the battery is removed for charging Also the two battery poles should not be touched with any metal or other material that conducts electricity While charging put the battery in a secure place where children can t reach Do not use any charger other than the one that came with your Liberty Electric Bike If you need another charger contact your local dealer Do not attempt to open or repair your charger The electronics contain high pressure circuits so don t dismantle by yourself ePrevent liquids metal and metal filings from permeating the charger and be careful to not drop or hit the charger which could cause damage eDo not put anything on top of the charger while charging It must be well ventilated to allow all the heat generated to dissipate When charging if there is a peculiar smell or the temperature is too high please stop charging immediately eTo prevent premature failure of your battery and for your warranty to remain in effect on your battery YOU MUST CHARGE AND DISCHARGE THE BATTERY AT LEAST ONCE PER MONTH DO NOT use in the battery in a very low state eThe charger will produce heat up to 185 F 85 C in the course of using so keep it away from flammable articles while using eIt is normal that the mileage capacity
16. rtially assembled see picture on right We do this for ease and safety of shipping If it ships on a skid the batteries are installed If it ships in two boxes the batteries are not installed Both methods of shipping will need the front wheel the front basket the pedals and optional the rear trunk installed Front Fender Assembly If your bike came with front fender off take the bracket shown in the picture and assemble tightly You may want to use Locktite or some thread locking material on the assembly of your nuts and bolts The round support bracket 1s tightened with the two large phillips head screws Tighten securely Bushing Front Tire Assembly Put the front wheel into the front fork eFasten the hubs paying attention to the position washers and tighten the nuts on the end of the axle snugly Fasten the front fender if it is removed with the bolt and bracket at the center of the front forks Front Brake Assembly and Brake Adjustment When you have the front wheel assembled you need to hook up the front brakes The wire cable from one side of the brake pad must be fastened into the other side of the front brake cable clamp see picture Brakes should be close to adjustment when you tighten the wire clamp and then be adjusted from side to side with the final adjustment on sides of the tires as in a normal bicycle front brake Straightening Handlebars The handlebars of your bike are turned for shipping To
17. s brakes chains and other items All implied warranties are limited to the stated time period Liberty Seamless Enterprises Inc Liberty Electric Bike Company and any of its subsidiaries will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights from state to state This warranty applies to normal consumer use of the product Use in a rental fleet commercial setting or government fleet will void this warranty Inappropriate use such as trick riding abusive riding or offroad riding will void the warranty as well as violating the instructions in this manual Electric Bicycle Regulations Federal law says that an electrically driven bicycle is considered a bicycle and the laws of bicycles apply if o Electrically driven bicycle has less than 750 watt motor o Functional pedals o Max speed is less than 20mph The Federal law shall supersede any State law or requirement with respect to low speed electric bicycles The state must regulate the electric bicycle as a bicycle Federal definition of a bicycle o Sec 1512 2 Amended 2 Amend Sec 1512 2 to revise paragraph a to read as follows a Bicycle means Federal Electric Bicycle Law HR 727 rat Aires SECTION 1 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT The Consumer product Safety Act 15 U S C 2051 et seq is amended by added at the end of the following LOW SPEED ELECTRIC BICY
18. t may decrease by a third Consequently the travel range on a full charge in cold environments is much less but will return to normal when the temperature is back to room temperature Frequent stopping and starting riding uphill traveling against a strong wind starting from a standstill riding on rough or muddy roads and carrying more than one person or heavy loads will consume extra battery power and shorten the range A few tips to prolong the battery life during these conditions 1s as follows Frequent braking try to look ahead and coast rather than frequently stopping and starting Riding uphill or against a stiff wind pedal to supplement the battery power When starting from a standstill use the pedals to help bring you up to speed When the battery meter indicates the voltage is low switch to manual power and avoid using the battery so you don t shorten the battery life To prevent premature failure of your battery and for your warranty to remain in effect on your battery YOU MUST CHARGE AND DISCHARGE THE BATTERY AT LEAST ONCE PER MONTH A Always turn off the motor and remove the key from the ignition before and during charging to prevent serious damage to the controller and to the batteries This electric bicycle can be used in the rain however the motor must not be submerged in water The controller motor and other electrical devices may be short circuited causing damage which is NOT covered by warranty and creating
19. ten the handlebars so they are aligned properly with the front wheel and tighten Loose or damaged grips on your handlebars are dangerous If your grip comes off you could lose control of your bicycle Replace as needed Brakes Riding with brakes that are worn or damaged or with worn cables or wheels in poor condition may result in losing control of your bicycle Wet weather may hinder the brake performance You need more distance to safely stop in the rain or on a wet or icy street Before each ride check to make sure your brake cables are free of obstacles and are adjusted and working properly Batteries Fuses Your batteries are in a protective case with a handle to enable you to easily take these on and off your bike There is a locking key to lock the batteries on your bike to discourage theft Do not attempt to open your battery box without first contacting your dealer This WILL void your warranty If you suspect your battery is not working properly you can test 1t with an inexpensive voltage meter If you get a zero voltage reading then check and replace your fuse Check the pages of this manual that are specific for your battery If this doesn t fix the issue then contact your local dealer Chain Lubricate the chain with oil every three months to ensure it stays free of rust as well as every time that it is ridden in wet weather Troubleshooting 1 Your controller needs to be replaced or 2 Your motor needs to be replaced
20. ult to turn please contact your local dealer or your local bike shop to have it serviced Rims The rims should be smooth and without cracks breaks or bulges Spokes If your bike has spokes check their tension regularly About the same tension should be on all the spokes If there is some minor loosening of the spokes you may tighten the nipples but it is recommended that you take it to a bicycle mechanic for proper adjustment If there is a loose spoke or 1f the rim has side play of more than 1 8 4mm immediately have the wheel trued by a bicycle mechanic DO NOT RIDE WITH LOOSE SPOKES Riding with loose spokes may cause the wheel to fail Tires Inflate your tires to the pressure embossed on the sidewall Every time you ride make sure the tires are properly inflated Improper tire pressure will make riding more difficult cause excessive wear and cause premature failure of the tires The tires should be properly seated in the rim and the fitting of the tire beads and rim beads should be checked If the tube 1s pinched between the rim and the tire it will fail when inflated Make sure that the tires are not cracked or worn unevenly Check for bulges Check and make sure that the valve stem 1s straight in the rim Irregular tires should be replaced immediately Handlebar and Display We have created the handlebar display so that you can easily see it while riding To straighten the handlebars turn the stem binder bolt to loosen it and straigh
21. will reduce as a result of low temperatures While carrying the charger DO NOT bump drop or damage otherwise it may result in failure eAvoid any contact with water when charging your battery If a plug or socket gets wet dry it completely before using eDo not leave the charger connected to the battery and the outlet for more than 10 hours eAlways use the charger according to the instructions How to Remove Battery 1 Lift the seat and the seat will open 2 Unplug the rear battery box 3 Unlock the rear battery box and lift battery box out of its guide with the handle 4 With the key unlock front battery box 5 With the handle tilt the battery box gently towards the seat and unplug the front battery 6 Lift battery out of its resting place Key Locations Front Battery Lock MAINTENANCE Wheels Wheels should be properly placed in the fork or dropouts If you hear any irregular noise from the wheels or brakes they should be checked and adjusted The wheels should rotate smoothly without wobbling from side to side Check the bearing play of the hubs regularly by lifting the bicycle and spinning the wheel It should continue to spin for several turns after you stop spinning the wheel The motorized wheel will NOT spin as freely as the non motorized wheel To check the play of the hubs try to move the rim from side to side between the forks No substantial play should exist If you detect play or if the wheel is diffic
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