Onewheel Owner`s manual 1.0
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1. PUT SAFETY FIRST 01 18 ONEWHEEL AN INCREDIBLE RIDE The most amazing thing about Onewheel is the experience of riding it We combined the motion sensing technology of a smartphone with the kind of motor and battery technology youd find in a Tesla to create a new self balancing electric boardsport controlled simply by leaning your body Onewheel is designed to be intuitive Anyone can learn the basics In just a few minutes And once you start riding regularly there s plenty of room to challenge yourself RIDING YOUR ONEWHEEL BEFORE YOU GET ON YOUR ONEWHEEL Always do a safety check before each ride Read all safety instructions Wear a helmet and other protective gear Choose a Safe controlled calm environment away from cars crowds obstacles and other potential hazards LP 12 18 Doing regular safety checks will help prolong the life of your Onewheel We recommend that you carefully inspect your Onewheel before every ride to make sure there are no loose damaged or unusually worn parts All nuts and bolts should be tight Most Onewheel components were designed so they can be easily replaced if there Is a problem CONTACT ONEWHEEL CUSTOMER SERVICE IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ONEWHEEL WARNING Before performing any Minor work on your Onewheel make sure the power switch is in the OFF position WARNING The footpads are an integral part of Onewheel s safety system Never ride with da2. MANUAL e Switch on Onewheel using power switch on the side e Step fully and firmly on the blue rider detect area e Always wear a helmet e Lean on a friend to get Started e Step firmly on the entire blue rider detect area e Come up to balance Slowly e Use light constant pressure e Onewheel will engage when you reach a horizontal orientation e Lean forward to accelerate back to slow down e Slow down then fully remove your foot from the rider detect area to stop e You can also jump off with both feet but never remove only one foot WELCOME TO THE REVOLUTION Now that you re a proud owner of your very own Onewheel we want to keep you safe while you experience a whole new way of riding We ve created this owners Manual to share important safety performance and service information with you Please read it before you take your first ride and keep it for reference GETTING THERE IS WAY MORE THAN HALF THE FUN SAFETY OVERVIEW RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY Whenever you ride Onewheel you risk death or serious injury from loss of control collisions and falls To ride safely you must read and follow all instructions and warnings in the User Manual GENERAL WARNINGS Like any sport Onewheeling involves risk of injury By choosing to ride a Onewheel you assume the responsibility for that risk Its important that you Understand and practice the rules of safe and responsible rid
3. TIP Periodically leave the charger attached to your Onewheel overnight to allow the battery pack to thoroughly balance ONEWHEEL A WARNING Only use the FY5803500 charger to charge your Onewheel Use of any other charger will void your warranty and may damage your Onewheel A WARNING All electronic and drive components may only be repaired by Onewheel or a Onewheel authorized service center Any other adjustments will void your warranty A WARNING Dont begin any repairs or adjustments on your Onewheel until you properly understand how complete them An improper adjustment or repair may result in damage to your Onewheel or potentially serious injury A qualified Onewheel mechanic should perform complex services maintenance and repairs in a properly equipped facility MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL 03 2 BASIC BALANCE Remember Onewheel is self balancing so there s no need to muscle your way on the board Instead use slow small movements When Onewheel is on the ground you ll notice a lower side and a higher side Always step onto the lower side first Then place your other foot onto the middle rectangle on the front of the board Keep your legs straight like you are standing on the ground with only a very slight bend in your knees Come up to level very slowly and Onewheel will engage ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL TIP Have a friends shoulders handy to help you the first few times you get on your Onewheel
4. After practicing a few times we promise you ll be a pro TIP Gaze out at the horizon in the direction you want to go not down at the ground TIP Use light constant pressure to control your Onewheel ONEWHEEL MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL ff Wr 23 DIRECTION AND SPEED TURNING Lean forward to move forward and back to slow down or Use subtle heel toe pressure for turning left or right You move backwards Ihe more you lean the faster you ll go will begin to turn in the direction you lean The more you The maximum speed for the Onewheel is 12 MPH lean the sharper the turn ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL ONEWHEEL REGENERATIVE BRAKING Decelerating while going downhill actually recharges Onewheel s battery A WARNING Riding hills exceeding 15 is extremely dangerous and may result in loss of control or damage to your Onewheel lt 15 gt 15 PERCENT GRADE PERCENT GRADE DO NOT PERFORM UNDERSTANDING THE FOOTPAD Both zones must be pressed to begin riding To stop slow to a standstill and then remove your foot from one or both zones v TIP Avoid repositioning your foot while riding MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL 03 25 WAYS TO DISMOUNT When youre done riding slow down to a standstill by leaning backward to decelerate Then use one of the following ways to dismount v TIP Both rider detect areas must be pressed to Start riding If you slow to a low speed and remove your foot from only one
5. area the Onewheel will disengage A WARNING Never step off with your back foot first the foot not on the rider detect area This increases risk of a fall and possible injury ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL 01 Lift your heel while maintaining balance ONEWHEEL 02 Roll or slide your foot offthe entire rider detect area 03 Jump off with both feet MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL iP 08 27 You already know Onewheel is super fun but its also important to your safety performance and enjoyment to understand how Onewheel works If after reading this manual you still have questions please contact Onewheel customer support at 1 800 283 943 or send an email to support rideonewheel com ONEWHEEL MAIN POWER PUSHBUTTON SWITCH Onewheel is powered ON and OFF by the pushbutton switch on the side of the Onewheel Always make sure your Onewheel is on the ground in the ready to ride position before switching it ON Always turn your Onewheel OFF when charging storing or carrying it A WARNING Never pick up your Onewheel when the switch is in the ON position since the wheel may spin causing a safety hazard A CAUTION Do not press the rider detect section of the footpad while powering on your Onewheel or it will not operate GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ONEWHEEL v TIP Turning on your Onewheel while it is not on the ground will cause an error 04 29 STATUS INDICATOR LED STATUS RIN
6. declaration relates is in conformity with the provisions of Council Directive 2014 30 EU on Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 55022 Class B Limits EN 55024 EN 60204 EN ISO 12100 The Technical Construction File is maintained at the corporate headquarters at 2444 Old Middlefield Way Mountain View CA USA Signed Gul C Kyle Doerksen Founder CEO 20 11 2014 MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE 05 45 SAY HI 2444 Old Middlefield Way Unit N Mountain View California USA 94043 Copyright 2014 Future Motion Inc Onewheel is a trademark of Future Motion Inc US and world wide patents pending ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL ONEWHEEL Bi i ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL V1 0 Different language manuals are available at www rideonewheel com support
7. equals higher risk if 05 29 MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE Do not ride at night or during times of low visibility i e fog rain dusk dawn etc Operators shall adhere to all manufacturer s recommendations and instructions as well as comply with all laws and ordinances Components shall be maintained and repaired in accordance with manufacturer s specifications using only authorized replacement parts and installation by dealers or other skilled persons ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL e People with heart conditions pregnant women persons with head back neck ailments persons with mental or physical conditions making them susceptible to injury or impaired capabilities shall be cautioned not to operate product ONEWHEEL ONEWHEEL SPECIFICATIONS ULTRACHARGER MOTOR 500W transverse flux hub SPECIFICATIONS BATTERY Lithium Iron Phosphate LiFePo4 48V INPUT AC100 240V SENSORS Solid State MEMS 6 DOF 50 60Hz 300VA TIRE 1 5x6 5 6 Vega OUTPUT 58VDC 3 5A MAX LEAN ANGLE gt 30 degrees MODEL EYE803500 TOP SPEED 12 MPH 19 KM TYPICAL RANGE 4 6MI 6 10 KM OPERATING OC to 50C DIMENSIONS 9x11 5x30 IN 23x29 21x72 6 CM ae WEIGHT 25 LB 11KG RECHARGE TIME _ 20 mins FY5803500 charger ln oT HUMIDITY RANGE non condensing MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE 05 41 WARRANTY This agreement outlines the WARRANTY coverage supplied by Future Motion Inc hereinafter to be called the COMPANY to th
8. everything in life Onewheel has its limits If at any time you attempt to go too fast ascend a very steep hill or ride with a low battery your Onewheel will push back Heed this caution by riding less aggressively changing your ascent angle or charging the battery A WARNING Ignoring safety warnings including push back may result in loss of control serious injury or death ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL ONEWHEEL FULL BATTERY PUSH BACK When the battery is fully charged and you continue to charge it through regenerative braking e g traveling downhill you may experience Full Battery Push Back This is to prevent overcharging the battery cells If this happens simply switch your Onewheel OFF and ON again and travel up the hill for a few moments to expend some of the charge You will now be able to continue riding downhill A CAUTION Never attempt to ride down a long or steep hill with a freshly charged Onewheel Loss of control or damage to your Onewheel may occur GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ONEWHEEL DEAD BATTERY PUSH BACK When your Onewheel battery is extremely low it will perform a much more aggressive push back and will become inoperative This means a full battery charge is needed A CAUTION Continuing to ride when low battery push back occurs may result in Sudden shutdown or damage to your Onewheel 04 33 H i ee re 7 A EHE e f L NA Bean EEN N gt a ERAS ONEWHEEL NEV
9. stop signs and traffic lights slow down and look both ways at street intersections Be prepared to yield even if you Nave the right of way Use approved hand signals for turning and stopping ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL Never carry anything that could obstruct your vision or that could cause you or your clothing to become entangled in the wheel Never hitch a ride holding on to another moving vehicle or object Never ride your Onewheel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Choose smooth stable paths made of concrete and asphalt Off roading is not advised Observe and yield the right of way ONEWHEEL Do not perform racing stuntriding or other maneuvers that may cause loss of control Do not allow body parts clothes etc to come into contact with moving parts wheels or drivetrain while the motor is running Before each use the operator shall perform pre operation checks as specified by the manufacturer Owner shall allow use of unit after a demonstration that the operator can understand and operate all components of the unit MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE Be thoroughly familiar with the way your Onewheel works i e speed direction turning etc Always keep body parts clothing and other objects away from the wheel Always do a mechanical safety check before getting on your Onewheel When riding be aware of your environment Ride at a speed appropriate for your conditions Increased speed
10. ER MODIFY YOUR ONEWHEEL Lucky for you your Onewheel is pretty much perfect as is So there s no need to add any extra bells and whistles Modifying or changing the appearance or performance of your Onewheel is not advised and could potentially increase your risk of injury If you have specific questions please contact Onewheel customer support 1 800 283 7943 or send an email to support rideonewheel com MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE WARNING Failure to confirm compatibility properly install operate or maintain any component or accessory on your Onewheel can result in serious injury or death and will void your warranty CAUTION Changing or modifying any Onewheel factory component will void your warranty if 08 90 MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE Observe all local traffic laws and regulations regarding riding on sidewalks and trails It s your responsibility to Know and obey the laws in your riding area share the road and respect the rights and safety of other motorists pedestrians and cyclists Ride defensively Always assume others do not see you A WARNING Never ride your Onewheel on inclines or declines with grades steeper than 15 This may cause the motor and battery to overheat and will alSo void your warranty A CAUTION Jumping and stunt riding will void your warranty ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL LOOK AHEAD AND BE READY TO AVOID OR YIELD TO e Vehicles slowing or turning entering your lane ahead of you or co
11. F 13 TO USE THIS PRODUCT e ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED ONEWHEEL SPECIAL NOTE TQ PARENTS AND GUARDIANS As a parent or guardian you are responsible for the activities and safety of your minor or child Onewheel is not recommended for children under the age of 13 For children 13 years of age and older adult supervision is required It is your responsibility to ensure their Onewheel is in good repair and safe operating condition and that your child understands its proper use It is also important that you and your child have learned understand and obey all applicable local motor vehicle and traffic laws and always wear proper protective equipment including a helmet and wrist guards ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL 00 09 WELCOME TO THE REVOLUTION pgQ3 AMEE L Ee Venen pg04 BENERAL WARN IN ensure pg06 H REGISTER YOUR O NEWHEEL sn pg0 H SPECIAL NOTE TO GUARDIANS L pg09 OTR SPI FIR less io kaisti bein pg10 02 RIDING YOUR DNEWHEE Lee pg14 ONEWHEEL 03 MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL pg16 ENG DOCKS nenne re pg1 FO DIE ne sn gen pg1 Ve ee ee e pg18 E cceccececcececcecececeeeeeeueeaeueeees pg19 Ball PLAGE nenne pg20 How to Charge your BatterY pg20 Baci el s e pg22 Direction and Speed kana pg24 DES Aa In e E pg24 Regenerative Braking 0c cc ceee cece scenes pg25 Understanding the Footpad pg25 Waya to OU ge Ola watacuceve
12. G INDICATOR The LED ring on the pushbutton switch is the only status indicator for Onewheel The LED will indicate battery status and error codes for Onewheel NORMAL OPERATION The LED Status Indicator will pulse slowly in normal operating conditions BATTERY STATUS As the battery capacity diminishes during your ride the LED Status Indicator will change its rate of pulsing so the LED Status Ring indicator will remain off longer than it is on This ratio of ON OFF time indicates Onewheel s current battery status ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL ONEWHEEL DECODING YOUR ONEWHEEL several blink codes differentiated by the number of blinks in a row may indicate an issue with your Onewheel Always count the blink code if one occurs Sometimes you can solve the issue by charging the battery or by switching your Onewheel OFF and then ON again If you are still experiencing problems please contact Onewheel customer support at 1 800 283 943 or send an email to support rideonewheel com GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ONEWHEEL OF BLINKS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 DESCRIPTION BMS indicating low battery Voltage too low Voltage too high Invalid power up orientation Pick up detected Over current detected Over temperature Bad gyro Bad accelerometer Bad current sensor Bad hall sensors Bad motor Over current detected Over current detected Rider detect error 04 31 PUSH BACK Like
13. e USER which is defined as an individual who has purchased the Onewheel hereinafter to be called the PRODUCT inaretail establishment or via an online storefront as approved by the COMPANY oraCOMPANY authorized sales representative The COMPANY warrants that the PRODUCT will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months Ifthe PRODUCT proves defective AND a claim is filed during the warranty period the COMPANY at its option will ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL 01 Repair the PRODUCT by means of telephone support email support or by providing service at no charge for parts or labor 02 Replace the PRODUCT with a comparable PRODUCT which may be new or refurbished 03 Refund the original amount paid forthe PRODUCT less a reasonable allowance for usage upon its return ONEWHEEL The COMPANY recommends the USER first utilize support materials shipped with the PRODUCT PRODUCT diagnostics information contained on the Internet and email support If unsuccessful to obtain service under this WARRANTY the USER must notify the COMPANY or its authorized service Future Motion provides paid repairs for faulty products which are out of warranty R If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE COMPONENT WARRANTY DURATION NOTES COMPONENTS WARRANTY NOTES DURATION Onewheel 1 year Part
14. ing and proper use and maintenance to reduce the risk of injury This manual contains many WARNINGS and CAUTIONS concerning the consequences of failing to follow safe riding practices and properly maintain and inspect your Onewheel ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL Because its impossible to anticipate every situation or condition that can occur while riding your Onewheel this manual makes no claim to represent the safe use of Onewheel under all conditions There are risks associated with the use of any board sport that cannot be predicted or avoided and that are the sole responsibility of the rider ONEWHEEL The word A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in serious injury or death The word A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or unsafe practice which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Serious damage to your Onewheel and the voiding of your warranty The word VY TIPS indicates suggestive information to help you throughout your Onewheel experience GENERAL WARNINGS REGISTER YOUR ONEWHEEL Register your Onewheel today Please visit rideonewheel com register We cannot guarantee a warranty claim unless you do this Congratulations on the purchase of your new Onewheel WE CANNOT GUARANTEE A WARRANTY CLAIM UNLESS YOU DO THIS df 00 07 e MAXIMUM RIDER WEIGHT 275 Lb 125kg e DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE O
15. maged wood or grip tape and never attempt to replace grip tape Replacement footpads are available at www rideonewheel com CAUTION Riding your Onewheel if it is damaged will void your warranty MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL END BLOCKS End blocks are designed as wear components and must be replaced as the wear down More details can be found at www rideonewheel com support FOOTPADS Inspect footpads for any cracks punctures or tears in the grip tape particularly in the rider detect area If any damage is noted contact support rideonewheel com for replacement parts A A CAUTION Never attempt to remove replace grip tape with aftermarket grip tape CAUTION Riding with a damaged footpad is extremely dangerous Replace immediately 03 17 TIRE Check your Onewheel tire for any cuts in the tread and A WARNING Exceeding the recommended sidewall and be sure it is sufficiently inflated but below maximum pressure of 20 PSI 1 4 bar could damage 20 PSI The best way to check and inflate your Onewheel your Onewheel and result in injury It will also void tire is with a quality digital gage and compressor at your your warranty local gas station If your tire is damaged or has a hole please visit our website for more information www A WARNING Riding Onewheel with a flat or under rideonewheel com support inflated tire will void your warranty A CAUTION Pencil type automotive tire gauge can be inaccurate Al
16. ming up behind you e Parked cars or opening car doors e Pedestrians e Children or pets e Pot holes sewer grating railroad tracks expansion joints road or sidewalk construction debris and other obstructions that could cause you to swerve Into traffic catch your wheel or fall ONEWHEEL ALWAYS WEAR e Shoes that stay on your feet and will grip the board Never ride barefoot or while wearing sandals or flip flops e Bright clothing that makes you clearly visible drivers riders and pedestrians e Protective eyewear to protect against the sun as well as airborne dirt dust and of course bugs A WARNING Failure to wear a helmet when riding may result in serious injury or death MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE Always wear a multi sport helmet that meets the latest certification standards and follow the manufacturer s instructions for fit use and care Head injuries are some of the most serious and may be avoided with proper protection Avoid sharp bumps drainage grates and sudden surface changes Avoid streets and surfaces with water sand gravel dirt leaves and other debris Wet weather impairs traction braking and visibility Never use near motor vehicles ii 09 37 MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE Always ride in designated lanes or paths or as close to the edge of the road as possible in the direction of traffic flow or as directed by local laws Never weave through traffic Never carry a passenger stop at
17. s that are not listed separately Footpad Tire 6 months Battery Pack 05 43 WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS ARE BEYOND THE WARRANTY SCOPE Total mileage is over 2000 km Damage has been caused by modification or use outside those specified in the Users Manual The barcode or serialnumber ofthe product has been altered or removed The warranty registration is inconsistent with the product itself The product has been dismantled or repaired by an Unauthorized third party ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL Damage or fault has been caused by other issues excluding the issues caused by product design manufacture quality etc Natural wear and tear that does not affect product function including scratches wear and tear on frame rails footpad tires Damage has been caused by accidents or human errors such has breakage caused by dropping or rusting in a very wet environment Damage caused by overloading the Onewheel Damage caused by acts of god such as fire flood earthquake freezing etc ONEWHEEL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ONEWHEEL SELF BALANCING ELECTRIC SKATEBOARD PRODUCT Onewheel Self Balancing Electric Skateboard TYPE MODEL OW1 00001 00 MANUFACTURER Future Motion Inc MANUFACTURER ADDRESS 2444 Old Middlefield Way Unit N Mountain View CA USA The undersigned hereby declares on behalf of Future Motion Inc of Mountain View CA that the above referenced product to which this
18. stewthaaceaeoccnnane 0926 TABLE OF CONTENTS 04 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ONEWHEEL pg28 Main Power Pushbutton Switch pg29g Status MACAO euere re pg30 Decoding Your Onewheel L cece pg31 PSI BOCK eerren Er EE ERER RES pg32 05 MORE WAYS LO RIDE SAFE neu pg34 Onewheel Specifications pgA1 Ultracharger Specifications pg41 Eil Am SE pg42 Declaration of LonforMity eenn pg45 sp ACE ses Pan pg46 DBU 11 Whether you re a pro or brand new to board sports it s always important to ride safe Here are a few tips to ensure you and your Onewheel stay in one piece HELMET Always wear an approved helmet when riding your Onewheel Be sure to attach the chinstrap and follow the helmet manufacturer s instructions for fit use and general care ONEWHEEL OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT A WARNING Many local governments legislate road It s a good idea to wear wrist guards elbow pads and worthy laws and require specific safety equipment kneepads for extra protection It s your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of the location where you ride and to comply SHOES with all applicable laws This includes properly Always wear shoes that will stay on your feet and grip the equipping yourself and your Onewheel as required board Never ride barefoot or in flip flops by law SEE SECTION 05 MORE WAYS TO RIDE SAFE FOR MORE SAFETY INFORMATION
19. ways use a quality digital gauge ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL ONEWHEEL MAINTAINING YOUR ONEWHEEL BATTERIES The Onewheel battery should be able to travel approximately five miles on a single charge Be careful not to overcharge undercharge or damage the battery The battery should be charged at least once every two months Failure to do SO may void your warranty NOTE Must Dispose Lithium Batteries according to local laws and regulations A WARNING If the battery pack appears to be damaged or is not holding a charge please dont use it For further assistance contact Onewheel customer support at 1 800 283 943 or send an email to support rideonewheel com A CAUTION Do not expose battery to extreme high or low temperatures as these may degrade or damage the battery back 03 19 BATTERY CHARGER HOW TO CHARGE YOUR BATTERY Use only the provided Ultracharger model FY5803500 01 to charge your Onewheel Charging time may take up to 1 hour NOTE The FY5803500 charger can operate on 110V 240V 02 and has a power of 58 4V 3 5A Depending on your 03 ONEWHEEL OWNER S MANUAL Connect the charger to an AC supply and then to the Onewheel charging port The charger will display a red light A green light will appear when the battery pack is fully charged and the charger will automatically stop charging Disconnect the charger by pressing the release button on the charging plug and pulling firmly
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