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Carry out regular visual inspection of the charger and charger cables. Do not use the battery charger if it is damaged.
Autonomy and battery duration
The autonomy of the battery supplied with the electrically power assisted cycle and, therefore, the relevant distance data
estimated in km, may vary significantly depending on the specific mode of use (total load transported, how hard the rider
pedals the bike, level of electric pedal assistance detected, how often the rider departs and restarts), the mechanical and
electrical conditions of the product (tyre pressure and wear, battery efficiency level) and external influences (slopes and road
surface, atmospheric conditions).
The capacity and performance of the battery will decrease over time due to the electrochemical deterioration of the battery
cells.
It is impossible to predict its duration with accuracy, since it depends above all on the type of use and stress to which it is
subjected.
To promote the longevity of the battery, it is advisable to store it in a dry environment and protected from direct exposure to
sunlight and preferably at an internal temperature of 15-25 ° C, but never below 0 ° C or above + 45 ° C, ideally recharge at
room temperature and avoid overcharging or its complete discharge during use and recharging the battery at regular intervals
even if you do not use the pedal-assisted bicycle for an extended period (at least once every 3/4 weeks).
Cold, in general, decreases battery performance. If used during the winter, the battery should be charged and stored at room
temperature and inserted in the electrically power assisted cycle only shortly before it is used.
DANGER
Battery warnings
The battery consists of lithium-ion cells and chemical elements that are hazardous to health and the environment. Do not use
the item if it emits odours, substances or excessive amounts of heat.
• Do not dispose of the item or the battery with household waste.
• The end user is responsible for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries in compliance with all
applicable regulations.
• Avoid used, defective and/or non-original batteries of other models or brands.
• Do not leave the battery near fire or heat sources. Fire and explosion hazard.
• Do not open the battery or take it apart. Do not strike, throw, or puncture the battery or attach objects onto it.
• Do not touch any substances leaking from the battery, as they are deemed hazardous. Do not allow children or pets to
touch the battery.
• Do not overcharge or short-circuit the battery. Fire and explosion hazard.
• Never leave the battery unattended during recharging. Fire hazard! Never touch the charging socket with metal objects.
• Do not immerse or expose the battery to water, rain or other liquids.
• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, excessive heat or cold (for example, do not leave the item or battery in a car in
direct sunlight for extended periods of time), or environments containing explosive gases or flames.
• Do not carry or store the battery with metal objects such as hairpins, necklaces, etc. Contact between metal objects and
battery contacts may cause a short circuit resulting in physical injury or death.
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