905se City Manual
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1. Owner s Manual Operation and Maintenance Instructions Wisper 905se City January 2009 1 edition We strongly recommend that you read this entire manual before using your Wisper bike Wisper Limited iL a 905se City User Guide Introduction Part 1 Caring for your Wisper bike and pre use checks Before you set off for the first time Before each use Battery care Recharging your battery Water Maintenance and adjustments Technical specifications and performance Simple trouble shooting CON DM AUNE Controls and Equipment 9 Battery on off and battery lock 10 The red button 11 The green button 12 Pedelec mode and High Low button 13 Throttle 14 Brakes 15 Steering stem and handle bar clamp 16 The front connection box 17 Quick release saddle height adjustment 18 Saddle post suspension 19 Rims and spokes 20 Chain and drive wheel 21 Derailleur Warranty Getting the best possible range from your Wisper bike Introduction Thank you for choosing a Wisper electric bicycle By making the decision to use an electric bike you are helping to safeguard our environment by saving our planet s precious resources and reducing carbon pollution Before you use your Wisper bike it is important that you read this manual carefully If there is anything you do not understand completely please contact us or your retailer Please observe traffic regulations and don t lend your bicycle to anyone who2. off the lights are not illuminated When the bike is off you will not get any assistance from the battery and motor and the bike is effectively an unpowered push bike Press the red button to toggle between on and off To lock the battery into the bike frame turn the key clockwise to unlock turn the key anti clockwise Read 3 and 4 for battery care and advice on charging at the beginning of this manual The battery can be charged either on or off the bike To remove the battery turn off the power by turning the key to position OFF If your battery has a socket in its side pre April 2009 disconnect the plug and socket If your bike is fitted with a connector at its base after April 2009 this is not necessary Remove the seat post Using the handle on top of the battery lift the battery out 9 7 To replace the battery reverse the procedure for removing it On the handle bars 10 The red button When the red button is pushed and the lights go out you have turned the bike off When the bike is off you will not get any assistance from the battery and motor and the bike is effectively simply an unpowered push bike To turn the power back on so the pedelec and throttle work again simply press the red button once the lights will illuminate above the red button showing the power is on The green button not USA Canada and some European countries The green button when fitted can be found on the left hand side of
3. the handle bars The green button delimits the motor power and lets the rider ride the bike above 25kph 15mph with assistance from the motor to about 30kph 19mph The green button should only be used on private land and never on the public highway IMPORTANT WARNING The use of the green button on the public highway in many countries turns the bike into a moped and any rider operating the green button on the public highway would render themselves open to prosecution fines penalty points and loss of driving license It is important that you verify the legality of the green button in your region if it is not legal do not use the bike and we will remove it for you free of charge Sa viseren Pedelec mode and High Low box When you first ride your Wisper bike you will notice that after one turn of the pedals the motor will start working assisting you to ride the bike by adding power through the rear wheel This is the standard or pedelec mode to continue using the pedelec mode you must keep turning the pedals if you stop the motor will stop and the bike will slow to a halt If you start pedaling again after one turn of the pedals the motor will start again You will find a small black box on the handle bars with High and Low printed below two green LEDs small lights When the Low button is pressed and the LED above illuminates the assistance power in pedelec mode is 40 of the maximum power available from the motor When the High but
4. you shift gears the length of chain changes The lower tension pulley is spring loaded to take up this slack Adjustment screws There are 3 adjustment screws the B Screw B tension adjustment the H Screw high gear limit stop and the L Screw low gear limit stop Adjustments on these screws should always be made in 1 4 turn increments B Tension Adjustment The B Screw controls the derailleur body s angle in relation to the sprocket set Shift down to the largest sprocket and check the distance between the guide pulley and the large sprocket If the guide pulley is rubbing on the sprocket tighten the B screw clockwise to increase tension and move the pulley away from the sprocket If there is a large gap between the pulley and sprocket loosen the B screw until the pulley rubs the sprocket and then tighten it until it just clears High Gear Limit Stop The H Limit screw high gear limit stop prevents the guide pulley from shifting any further past the highest gear and into the axle In order to adjust it properly there must be no tension on the lower inner cable If you feel tension loosen the cable adjuster until there is none Now check from behind how the chain is riding on the smallest sprocket If it looks like it wants ride off into the axle tighten the H screw clockwise until it lines up If it looks like it is rubbing on the next gear loosen the screw until the chain is nicely centered on the sprocket Now re adjust the cable tens
5. ced dramatically for some very simple reasons Im good conditions you should be able to achieve the following ranges from your bike when using pedal assist 14A battery 66 miles 110km 8A battery 39 miles 65km To make sure you optimise your range please follow the guidelines set out below When using full throttle from stationary your 250W motor will draw about 550W Consider that when cruising along at 15mph 25kph with mild pedalling you only draw about 150W hence using pedal assist instead of full throttle from stationary saves a good amount of power and will increase your range Check your tyre pressures The rolling resistance on the road is at is least when the tyres are at the correct pressure 60psi or 4 1bar Half flat tyres can half your range Air resistance is important if you are wearing big baggy clothes in the winter expect lower range than in the summer when your clothing is less air resistant Also remember that panniers and bags on the handle bars reduce range Weight affects the range considerably If you are carrying extra weight in your panniers or towing you range will effected Battery temperature will make a serious difference in achievable range Itis best to charge your battery at room temperature keep it indoors before you start your journey with the maximum range available by loading a warm battery There are of course other factors such as bike maintenance terrain road conditions and weather but if yo
6. he charger to the battery connect the charger to the mains and turn on the mains power Turn on the charger The red and yellow lamps on the charger indicate the battery is charging when the yellow light turns green the battery fully charged Always turn off the charger and disconnect from the mains after charging Always disconnect the charger from the mains before disconnecting the charger from the battery It is possible that the battery will take up to 12 hours to charge on the first three charges When charging the battery always do so in a dry and well ventilated area Do not leave the charger connected to the mains when not in use Water Your electric bicycle is rain and splash proof and can be used in all weathers The electrical components of the vehicle such as motor battery and controller must not be submerged in water Maintenance and adjustments IMPORTANT Do not attempt to open the casings of the battery motor or controller it could be dangerous and all warranties will become void If you experience a problem contact our service department or your retailer Wheel spokes should be adjusted after 300 miles riding Handlebar and saddle tubes should never be raised beyond the maximum indicated by a safety line around the tubes Torque recommendations Front axle nuts Back axle nuts Handlebar clamp Bolt 1 Bolt 2 Handlebar stem expander bolt Seat pillar clamp nut bolt Brake cable anchor bolt B
7. hen you need to replace your battery please either dispose of it properly or preferably send it back to us or your retailer and we will make sure it is properly recycled Happy cycling Wisper Ltd Part 1 Caring for your Wisper bike and checks Although your Wisper bike has been thoroughly tested prior to delivery it is very important that you check the bike thoroughly before its first use Equally important are frequent and regular spot checks they will protect you and your Wisper bike Please read this manual carefully Only on full understanding of all the functions of this electric bicycle should you attempt to use it Your Wisper bike has been transported in a strong twin walled carton to save space it has been delivered with the front wheel handlebars seat post and seat rear rack and pedals ready for assembly with the tool kit provided Rack not supplied on all models Your retailer may have assembled your bike for you if not you will find fitting instructions on the Wisper website www wisperbikes com 1 Before you set off for the first time 1 1 Check the handle bars and handle bar stem are properly tightened 1 2 Check all other nuts and bolts and fixings are properly tightened pay particular attention to the motor fixings side kick stand yoke and steering head bearings 1 3 Check brakes and brake isolators are functioning properly 1 4 Check tyre pressures are 60psi 4 1bar and tyres are not damaged 1 5 Chec
8. im surface is 2mm then tighten bolt A Finally tightening it to 6 8N M Balance brake arms with screw D Depress brake lever a few times while Checking to see that tension is equal for both arms Pad rim contact should occur at the same time each side Clearance should be 1mm each side Adjust pads so they are properly aligned see step 2 as tension adjustment will probably have altered original pad alignment Warning If you are unsure about any part of the installation process you should seek advice from Wisper service center or qualified mechanic iL Sv isren Stem handle bar clamp BODY FIRST CAP Your bike has been fitted with a quick release handlebar clamp that allows you to change the position of the bars quickly and easily to find the most comfortable riding position The stem and handle bars need to be fitted before you use the bike To fit insert the stem into the front tube at least to the position of the Minimum insertion mark Tighten the quill bolt and fix stem Push in the direction of the arrow slide cap 1 and lift lever 2 Adjust stem to preferred angle and lightly tighten BOLT 1 then turn BOLT 2 to suitable position so that the slide cap 1 will fit when locked then press down lever 2 to lock the handle bars in position Test the bars to make certain they are tight and do not rotate If they are not tight enough lift lever 2 adjust BOLT 2 again then press down lever 2 Repeat until the handle ba
9. ion until the derailleur shifts smoothly down to the next gear Low Gear Limit Stop The L Limit screw prevents the guide pulley from shifting any further past the lowest gear and into the wheel spokes Shift down to the lowest gear step behind the bike and check how the chain rides on the sprocket If it looks like it wants to ride into the spokes tighten the L screw clockwise until it is centered on the sprocket If it looks like it wants to shift down loosen the screw until it lines up As an extra precaution you can use your thumb to gently push the derailleur body and make sure the chain will not run into the spokes as this could obviously have a nasty effect on both you and your bike Cable Adjustment The cable tension adjuster defines how far up or down the derailleur moves Step back so you can see the chain and sprocket alignment and then through the gears in both directions first shifting up two and down one and then down two and up one The chain should look centered on each sprocket If it is rubbing on a larger gear it means there is too much tension on the cable Loosen the tension by turning the adjuster clockwise If it wants to jump down to a smaller gear it needs more tension Increase the tension by turning the adjuster counter clockwise Adjusting by ear You can also use sound to check the adjustment There is always a base level of noise that can be heard in every gear This noise will increase in a slightly different wa
10. is unfamiliar with it The bicycle can only legally be used on the road by a person aged 14 years or older We strongly advise you to always wear a cycle helmet when using your bicycle and if you are unfamiliar with cycling to attend a cycle proficiency course prior to using it Your Wisper Works 905Se City is not a toy and should be considered a serious mode of transport As with all bicycles it is important that you stay within safe limits if you feel as if you are traveling too quickly for the road conditions you probably are so slow down Test your brakes prior to using the bike every time you use it and remember the bike will not stop as quickly in wet or icy conditions as it would on a dry road Frequently check your tyre pressures They should be 60 psi or 4 1 bar Low tyre pressures will result in damage to the tyres and will massively reduce your range Before you use the bike for the first time you must make absolutely certain that it has been correctly built You can do this by either taking it to your nearest cycle engineer or if you are proficient in cycle mechanics inspecting it yourself In particular you must make sure that the pedals saddle handle bars and any self assembly items have been correctly fitted NEVER drink alcohol and ride your electric bike The use of alcohol greatly reduces reflexes and limits your ability to ride safely Even a very small amount of alcohol will limit your ability to be safe on the road W
11. k reflectors and lights are functioning properly 1 6 Make sure battery is fully charged 1 7 Load battery into bicycle and turn on with key 1 8 Check the power indicator lamps are illuminated on the right hand side of the handle bars if they do not illuminate press the red on off switch once Sa viseren To avoid dangerous unplanned acceleration always make sure that the electrical system is turned off and the power indicator lamps are not illuminated when mounting dismounting or leaving the bike unattended For your safety please turn off the power key on the battery when stopped or walking the bike Remember to validate your warranty by visiting www wisperbikes com mywarranty and filling in your details Before each use It is important you perform a quick check of your bike every time you use it checks should include the following if you find any damage or problems do not use the bike until the problem has been solved or you have had the faulty item checked by a bike mechanic or your retailer 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 Check tyres for any visible damage Check tyre pressures 60psi 4 1bar Check for any lose nuts bolts or fixings Check brake functions Check electronic functions Check reflectors are in place and lights are working Check your battery for any visible signs of damage Battery care Before you use the battery for the first time it is best to give it a full deep charge for 12 hours To fu
12. le IMPORTANT never raise the saddle past the point where the maximum marks on the saddle post are visible above the quick release collar 19 Rims and spokes It is essential to get your spokes checked and tightened after 300 miles This is a free service provided by your supplier If this service has not been undertaken at the correct time this may cause damage to the wheels and spokes that will not covered under our guarantee Chain and drive wheel The chain and drive wheel are made from rust proof materials Lightly oil with bicycle chain oil the chain at least once a month Because your bike has a rear derailleur the chain will be automatically adjusted Derailleur maintenance and adjustment Required Tools You ll need a dry cloth a Phillips screwdriver a 5mm Allen wrench and a light lubricant 21 2 Rear Derailleur Tension pulley How derailleur work Almost all modern derailleur function the same basic way They are designed to move or derail the chain from one sprocket to the next The upper guide pulley or jockey pulley moves the chain in both directions For instance when you want to climb a hill you shift down to a lower gear This pulls the shift cable and forces the guide pulley to change to a bigger sprocket When you want to go faster you adjust the shifter to a higher gear This releases shift cable tension and allows the derailleur springs to pull the guide pulley back down to a smaller gear Each time
13. lly condition your new battery give it complete deep charge discharge cycles for the first three charges This is achieved by charging your battery for 12 hours and then using the bike until the battery is completely drained After this conditioning process you can then charge and discharge the battery as and when you require for long or short periods If you are going to leave your battery uncharged for more than eight weeks it is best left half charged You should then re charge it every four weeks for two hours to keep it in top condition Before setting off on any journey it is always better to have a fully charged battery Always remember that you use up to three times more power when setting off under the twist throttle To preserve the life of each charge always set off using pedal assist Do not expose the bicycle or battery pack to fire heat sources acid or alkaline substances A CPi erPeR When leaving your bicycle during hot weather always leave in a shaded well ventilated area For best results always recharge the battery at room temperature Before unloading the battery make sure it is turned off at the key then raise the saddle and unload the battery using its handle If your battery is damaged or appears to be overheating for any reason immediately return it to your retailer for advice and a safety check Recharging your battery First make sure the charger is turned off connect the output connector plug from t
14. orque wrench with N m gradations 2 4 5 6 8mm Allen wrenches keys 9 10 15 mm open end wrenches 15 mm box end wrench Socket wrench 14 15 and 19 mm socket T25 Torque wrench No 1 Phillips head screwdriver Bicycle tube patch kit Tyre pump 7 Technical specifications amp performance Type Wisper Works 905se City Performance with 75kg 165lb rider Assisted range 8A up to 65km 39 miles 14A up to 110km 66 miles Battery only 8a up to 42km 25 miles 14A up to 70km 42 miles Maximum speed 25kph 15 5mph Weight with battery 23 6kg max Maximum load 130kg 240kg Battery specifications Cell Type Advanced Environmental Lithium Polymer with BMS Capacity 8Ah or 14Ah Rated voltage 37V Main Controller specifications Low voltage safeguard 31 5V Overload current safeguard 15A Main hub motor specifications Motor type Hi speed brushless Rated power Aus NZ 200W Europe 250W USA Canada 350W Rated voltage 36V Charger Lithium 115 to 230V 36V fan cooled 8 Savisree 8 Simple Trouble shooting Problem Possible reasons Trouble shooting Top speed too slow Low battery voltage Handle bar control problem Damage to motor driveline Recharge battery fully Call service Call service Power on but motor not working Battery not connected position Fused Motor connection damaged Handle bar control problem Re install battery Replace fuse Call service Call se
15. rake centre bolt Seat clamp nuts Cotter pin nuts Gear shifter nuts V brake caliper nuts Rear carrier nuts Mudguard bracket nuts Savisrer 46N m 70N m Refer to illustration 15 1 16N m 10N m 18 20N m 5 8N m 5N m M6 11N m 24N m R 42N m L 46N m 4N m 10N m 8N m 8N m Other nuts torque depends on the size M4 M5 M6 2 5 4N m 4 6N m 6 7 5N m Your bike has a rear derailleur that will automatically tension your chain However if the chain becomes loose or frequently comes off the front cog you can easily adjust the chain tension by loosening the rear axle nuts slightly and adjusting the tension bolts Make sure that the chain runs freely and re tighten the axle nuts The brake leavers should lock the wheels when compressed half way between their open position and touching the handle bars When they need adjusting please follow the instructions on our web site www wisperbikes com Electric Bikes Manuals Warning Handlebar hand grips or tube end plugs should be replaced if damaged as bare tube ends have been known to cause injury Warning If replacing forks they must have the same rake and same tube inner diameter as the originally fitted to the bicycle IMPORTANT braking distances increase on wet or icy roads SS wiserer Regularly lubricate the gears and chain with light oil and the brake bushes not the rubber brake shoes or disc with a little grease Recommended tools for proper maintenance T
16. rs are tight and safe IMPORTANT when fitting always lock Bolt 1 first so the body and first cap touch then lock Bolt 2 15 8 When adjusting stem angle it is not necessary to adjust bolts 16 The front connection box 16 1 The front connection box allows for the easy removal for repair or replacement of any of the electronic components on the handle bars iL Sav isren Quick release saddle height adjustment Your Wisper bike has been fitted with a quick release saddle post collar to facilitate the movement of the saddle to remove the battery or to change the riding position It is important that the nut on the collar is tightened so the post will move in the bike tube firmly Make this adjustment with the quick release lever in the open position Adjust the seat to the correct height and close the lever When you sit on the saddle there should be no vertical movement at all in the saddle post Saddle post suspension For your comfort your bike has been fitted with saddle post suspension it has been set for a person weighing 75kg If you are lighter than this you may not feel any benefit and if you are heavier you may feel the suspension bottoming out The suspension post can be adjusted by removing the whole post with saddle attached from the bike On the bottom of the post you will find an alan key adjuster simply turn it clockwise to tension the spring for heavier people and anticlockwise to release tension for lighter peop
17. rvice Driving shorter distance per recharge Tyre pressure too low Undercharge or charger fault 3 Battery capacity loss or damage 4 Hill climbing frequent stops strong head winds over loading 1 Check pressures 2 Recharge completely or have charger inspected 3 Replace battery 4 Use power assist and try and avoid throttle only Part 2 Controls and Equipment In this section we will describe the functions and any specific maintenance needed on all the main controls and ancillary equipment Battery on off and battery lock Your Wisper bike has 1 set of 2 keys The key for turns the battery on off and locks the battery in the bike Please keep a careful note of the key numbers as we cannot replace them without these numbers should they become mislaid On bikes built after April 2009 the battery is connected to the electrical system of the bike automatically when you slide the battery into the frame Pre April 2009 bikes need to be connected via a cable that plugs into the side of the battery To turn on the bikes electrical system turn the key in the battery clockwise to turn off the power turn the key anti clockwise Sa visrer When the battery key has been turned to the on position the bike is ready for use The red button on the handle bar isolates the power from the bike when the bike is on you will see the battery power lights illuminate above the red button When the bike is
18. s rack and kickstand Six months o Other cases that render the bike unsafe to use By negotiation ua 1 If the product has a quality fault within 15 days of delivery the part will be repaired or replaced or in exceptional circumstances we may replace the whole vehicle 2 The period of assurance shall commence from the day delivery was made to the retail customer or from the day the retail customer collected the bike from the retailer 3 To validate this Warranty the retail customer must register his her bike at www wisperbikes mywarranty within 14 days of purchase Exceptions to Limited Warranties 1 Damage resulting from misuse not maintaining the vehicle or not following the guidelines within this user guide 2 Accidental or deliberate damage 3 Damage due to private repair or alteration by user or unauthorised service centre 4 Failure to produce invoice or proof of purchase 5 Spare parts and components worn in normal use 6 Failure to register your bike at www wisperbikes mywarranty within 14 days of purchase 17 It is essential to get your spokes checked and tightened after 300 miles This is a free service provided by your supplier If this service has not been undertaken at the correct time this may cause damage to the wheels and spokes that will not be covered under our guarantee Getting the best range from your electric bike The range you can achieve from your Wisper electric bike can be redu
19. ton is pressed and the LED above illuminates the assistance power in pedelec mode is 80 of the maximum High mode is generally used when you need the maximum amount of assistance from the motor Low mode is used when you do not need the instant assistance power of 80 Low mode is used in high traffic situations or poor conditions such as ice and snow when 80 of full power could be dangerous Throttle The throttle can be used in some countries such as the UK Australia New Zealand USA and Canada independently to the pedelec mode Check with your supplier if it is legal in your region Bikes are usually set up to be legal in the region in which they are supplied The independent use of the throttle when available will enable you to use the throttle without pedaling The use of the throttle in pedelec mode is legal in most countries Use of the throttle in pedelec mode enables you to turn up the power to the motor as long as you are pedaling the bike if you stop pedaling the motor will stop too If you have the pedelec mode set to Low you can increase the assistance from the motor from 40 to 100 of available power simply but turning the throttle towards you This also works in High mode and will let you increase the power from 80 to 100 of available power IMPORTANT Make sure your throttle grip and the grip on the left hand side of your handle bars are always intact in good condition and on the bike Uncovered handlebar tubes can be
20. u keep the five points mentioned above in mind you will find your range is massively improved Copyright January 2009 Wisper Ltd
21. very dangerous in case of a collision Brakes Front V brake Rear V brake The brakes on your Wisper bike are fitted with cut outs which are required by law This means that when you pull on either the back or front brake lever the motor immediately stops working How to adjust and maintain your brakes Once a month inspect brake pads for wear If the grooves in the braking surface are less than 2 mm deep replace the pads Replace disc brake pads that are thinner than 1 0 mm To replace V brake pads 14 3 1 Use 5mm Allen key to loosen bolt A and take the cable out Use 5mm Allen key to undo bolt C on the right amp left and remove the spacers and washers Install new brake pads then with both pads pressed against the wheel rim ensure that distance B in the diagram does not exceed 65mm To decrease distance B exchange wide amp narrow spacers on each brake pad Before finally tightening brake pads make sure they are aligned correctly on the rim and there i a gap of 1mm between the FeCable slant Balt aT STE top of the rim and the top of the pad C Pad fixing bolt D Centering screw Hold each pad against the rim oneata E Arm fixing bolt time amp tighten bolt C Finally tightening them to 6 8N m Insert cable back into bolt A slot cable guide pipe into holder and fit protector over guide pipe end Set cable in bolt A so that the combined pad rim clearance the gaps from left pad to left rim surface and from right pad to right r
22. y depending on which way the tension is out of adjustment If there is too much tension you will hear a metallic rubbing sound but if there is too little tension you will hear a clicking noise as the chain tries to jump to a smaller sprocket There is usually a cable tension adjuster on your shift lever With practice you will be able to make small cable tension adjustments while you are riding Lubrication Now that the derailleur is adjusted always apply a drop of lubrication to the derailleur s many moving parts This will help prevent wear from dirt and rust and it will keep your gears shifting smoothly Wipe away any excess lube and take your bike for a test ride to make sure all the gears are working smoothly Warranty Repair or replacement of components IMPORTANT To validate this Warranty the retail customer must register the bike at www wisperbikes mywarranty within 14 days of purchase Only use this product in accordance with this user manual We offer a limited warranty of on the following items 1 The main frame Six years 2 Gears hub motor bearings front forks Two years Paintwork excluding deliberate or accidental damage Two years Controller and Charger Battery casing battery leak battery capacity step down more than 30 Two years e Handle bar controls brakes excluding brake shoes and pads One year Two years One year 7 Front and rear axle flywheel or chain wheel Electro plating on wheel rim
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