Battery And Charger; Charging And Using The Battery - Turbo vado SL Manual De Usuario

The VADO SL battery is fitted inside the down tube (Fig 9.1) and can only be removed by first removing the motor.
Any work required on the motor and battery should be carried out by an Authorized Specialized Turbo Retailer.
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Your bicycle is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery. Always adhere to the following instructions when handling
or charging the battery or when using the VADO SL bicycle:
Only operate the battery between the temperature range of -20° C (-4° F) and +60° C (+140° F).
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Only use the VADO SL battery with the VADO SL bicycle. Do not use the VADO SL battery with any other bicycle
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or any other battery with the VADO SL bicycle, even if it fits.
Always turn the bicycle off before connecting or disconnecting the charger or the RE from the charge port.
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Do not modify, open or disassemble the battery or charger. Modification or disassembly may result in a short
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circuit, fire or malfunction.
The battery is very heavy. Be careful when handling it and do not drop it.
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Do not allow any nails, screws or other small, sharp and/or metallic objects to come in contact with the battery or
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the battery's charging socket.
Do not allow the battery to overheat. Protect the battery from excessive sun exposure.
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Do not expose the battery to an open fire or radiator heat.
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Do not submerge the battery in water.
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Keep the battery away from metal objects as that can cause a short-circuit.
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Do not use a battery that shows any signs of damage to the casing or charge port, or is leaking any fluids.
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Battery liquid can cause skin irritation and burns. In the event of damage that results in skin or eye contact with
any liquid from the battery, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.
Turn off the battery and unplug the charger or RE from the charge port before performing work of any kind, such
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as installation, maintenance, cleaning and/or repair. Touching the contacts when the bicycle is ON can result in
electric shock and/or injury.
WARNING! Failure to follow the instructions in this section may result in damage to electrical
components on your bicycle and will void your warranty, but, most importantly, may result in
serious personal injury or death. If your battery or charger exhibits any signs of damage, do not
use it and immediately bring it to your Authorized Specialized Retailer for inspection.
Regularly inspect the battery and charger for damage. Never charge a battery which you suspect is damaged or
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know is broken, and do not use it.
Make sure the charging socket and plug are clean and dry before connecting and charging the battery.
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Only use the supplied charger cord. Ensure the cord plug is fully inserted in the charger before plugging the
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9. BATTERY AND CHARGER

9.1. CHARGING AND USING THE BATTERY