ElectroGlide/ElectroCruiser User`s Manual
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1. 63 pounds Depends on model and size Motor 350W electric brushless motor with planetary reduction gears Battery Pack Lithium polymer with battery management circuit 37V 10 Ah weight 7 pounds Optional battery is 37V 14Ah weight 9 pounds Low voltage protection 28V Discharge temperature limit 5F to 130F Controller PWM LED self diagnostic system Overload protection 20 amps Charger 3 4 Amps Smart Charger Depends on model Maximum charge time 3 hours Charging temperature 41F to 95F Interface E Bike throttle with safety ON OFF switch Fuse 30 amps Parts Identifcation 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1110 1 Brake cables 2 Front LED light 3 Fenders 4 Disc Brakes 5 Rims 6 Spokes 13g 7 Hub motor 8 Reflectors 9 Tires 26 x 1 95 10 Suspension front fork 11 Motor wire casing 12 Bearing race 13 Frame 14 Pedals 15 Chain wheel 48T and crank 17 Central support stand 18 Chain 1 2 x 3 32 19 Chain stay 20 Chain guard 21 Shimano roller brakes 22 Shimano Nexus Internal gears 23 Tensioning bolt and plate 24 Rear LED Light 25 Luggage rack 26 Controller Ignition 2 Battery 28 Saddle flip catch 29 Saddle 30 Seat post 31 Seat post clamp quick fix 32 Head stem 33 Handle grip Throttle 34 Brake levers 35 Gear shifter 36 Battery level gauge 3 Handlebars Unpacking If you have received your bike via a freight carrier instead of picking it up from your local bike dealer plea2. Assembly Tools Required You receive with your bike four 4 hex wrenches 2mm 4mm 5mm and 6mm You will also need an adjustable wrench and a slotted head screwdriver 1 Pedals are marked L and R for left and right respectively Screw in clockwise for the R pedal and counter clockwise for L Tighten both with a wrench firmly but not excessively as the crank threads are made of aluminum alloy 2 Align the handlebar assembly perpendicular to the front fork Tighten using the 6mm wrench Assembly 4 If necessary adjust left and right brake levers and tighten using 5mm wrench 5 If needed adjust and tighten the battery meter with slotted head screwdriver 10 Assembly 6 The Cateye computer is set to metric system If you wish to change to miles do the following a Remove the Cateye Computer from the bike by pressing on the lever below the computer and sliding out the computer ff a 2 b Press the front button and using a pencil or pen press the gray button on the back 11 Assembly b Kmh kilometers per hour will flash on the screen To change to miles per hour press the front button and mph will be displayed Press the gray button on the back c 26 will be flashing This is to adjust the tire size Since the bike has 26 tires accept this reading by pressing the gray button on the back d Press the front button three 3 times until time
3. front disc brake pads are parallel to the disk and that the wheels rotate freely without touching the pads Squeeze brakes to test their responsiveness For more information about the rear Tektro disk brakes and the Shimano rear roller brakes can be found in the manuals that come with the bike As on any bike the front brakes provide almost all of the stopping power We recommend you keep the front disk clean and free of dirt Clean the disk weekly with a cleaning rag and Windex or other non harsh cleaner This will help keep the brakes from squeaking Periodically check the tension of the screws holding the brake disk to the motor If you have questions on adjustment or use of brakes we recommend you contact your local bike shop or call 888 454 4322 Battery Note Make sure the battery is fully charged before the first use Insert key into keyhole and turn the key counter clockwise while pressing in so that the battery holder is in the open unlocked position Release the catch located on the underside of the seat saddle to flip up the seat Push the battery firmly into the holder until the connecting pins are firmly in the battery sockets The fit can be tight when new so additional pressure may be required Once the battery is in position lock it into place by turning the key one click clockwise to the OFF position Ensure that the key is in the OFF position until you are ready to ride Do not use excessive force to fit the battery whic
4. when the charging process is completed Although batteries can be stored on the bike in the garage or a good weather enclosed storage area it is recommended that the batteries not be stored for extended periods of time at a temperature of over 80F or below freezing If the bike is not being used we recommend the batteries be charged for an hour or so once a month This will keep the battery from being fully discharged and will extend the life of the battery Leaving the battery in a discharged state for long periods of time will cause permanent damage USING THE BATTERY EXENDING THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY 1 Assist the bike as much as possible especially on steep hills If the battery level gauge light goes into RED for extended periods of time on steep hills this may damage the battery Try to avoid fully discharging the battery It may be possible after the battery is discharged to turn off the bike wait a few seconds and turn it back on to get some more power This pulsing turning off and on will permanently damage the battery The battery can be used in about any weather from 32F to 100F Extreme heat or extreme cold somewhat reduce the battery range Charge the battery after every use however after a long ride you should let the battery cool for about an hour before it is charged There is no memory problem as there is on some batteries on power tools The battery can be charged at any level
5. HEBB E BIKES ElectroGlide ElectroCruiser OWNER S MANUAL Hebb E Bikes WARNING Wear a helmet and safety equipment 4114 Pinecreek Dr An unprotected head is highly susceptible to Tyler TX 75707 USA injury even from the slightest contact but wearing Bill Hebb Hebbebikes com a helmet that meets CPSC or CE safety testing www hebbebikes com standards may help prevent injury ph 888 454 4322 or 903 521 2543 Contents TUITE LIM VON a chee ee asec cnc bie aetna cuca SE E I E E E E 2 Wan any saneren AAEE EO AAA SRR TREE 3 Regulations and Technical data cccccccccseccecceecceeceeceeeceecaeeasecsecueeeeesuesaseceesenseenses 4 Parts IGOMUMCAOM siressa eE E ISEA 5 WIND ACKIIAG onpa iEn EEEN E E AES 6 Battery Charging and Care steveceeicen ct tssecuutecue hance tier soxyeeaicpetebebetng secu ctehaneedewesciddesehn T PAS CMON aa nTn a R E A E oea 9 USINO VOUT FEDD EIGGIIC BIKO rere scccsoict 2 sieccogen shins a aaeain 14 MAENAN O aree erer E A a E tenet eased as uteees 18 TrOUDICSNOOUN errre E E 19 ONS A E ETE E E E E EET E EEE A 20 Hebb Electric Thank You Congratulations on the purchase of your Hebb Electric bike You re one step closer in realizing a whole new way of commuting that is fast fun and friendly to the environment The hub motor is brushless and uses a technology called Pulse Wave Modulation control so that it s not subject to wear like a regular DC motor Planetary reduction gears incorporated
6. brake levers Brake cables should remain unobstructed by other cables or accessories Chain Turn crank arms to ensure chain runs smoothly Keep the chain lubricated and clean Electronics Red light from the controller unit should be illuminated when the electric bike is ON All wires should be fastened securely in place 15 Using Your Hebb Electric Bike Your first ride Before you wheel your bike out into the world we recommend you practice handling the bike in a safe area away from obstructions and traffic The motor may look small but it s powerful You ll be riding faster than you think Turn the key to the ON position A red LED will illuminate below the key socket If the light flashes three times turn the throttle switch to on If it shines steadily you re ready for the next step Throttle The motor runs as soon as you twist the throttle Ensure that you are seated and ready to ride off before you use the throttle You may toggle the throttle on and off with the switch located on it The range of your bike will be approximately 25 miles Weight of the user the terrain and how much you use the motor are all factors in how far you will get on a charge You can always choose to ride your bicycle as an ordinary bicycle Battery level gauge When riding a fully charged bicycle the battery level gauge shows green Powerful acceleration or uphill riding causes the battery voltage to drop and may bring th
7. cident e Normal wear and tear e Poor maintenance or modifications that no longer comply with regulations or Original specifications e Damage due to external causes e The bicycle is used for rental e The battery pack is used incorrectly or damaged This also applies to improper charging e Compensatory costs arising from damages or accidents or cost incurred by loss of the bicycle s usage How the warranty works e Original defective parts that are sent or returned to the dealer for assessment will be replaced by the same or equal value part e Labor and transportation charges are not included Regulations and Technical Data USA regulations allow a power assisted maximum speed of 20 mph Hebb E Bikes made for the USA have a motor speed of 250 rom for a 20 mph top speed and a maximum rated power of 700 watts The power assist utilizing a throttle can function without the aid of pedaling however there s nothing to stop you from doing so Pedaling will greatly increase the mileage you get from your battery Typically this means you do not require a license or moped certificate there is no age limit although we recommend riders be 18 years of age and older and you can take cycling paths It conforms to regulations of normal bicycles Legal requirements concerning insurance and other regulations of your bicycle may differ in certain municipalities and states so be sure to check the regulations where you live Weight 59
8. e level gauge to amber or even red in the cases of very steep hills As you continue to cycle and the battery power drops the level gauge will correspond to the state of charge remaining When it remains in amber and dips into red you have approximately a 15 of the charge left and you need to recharge the battery soon To prevent the battery from deep discharge the controller has a low voltage protection cut off set at 31 5 V You may reboot the battery if it cuts off however continued use of the battery by switching off and on will cause deep discharge and permanently damage the battery 16 Using Your Hebb Electric Bike Lighting system Hebb bikes features wide angle high performance reflectors at the front sides and rear Front and rear LED lights are powered by the main battery electrical consumption is negligible Be safe use the lights often Lock When parking your bicycle turning the key to the OFF position and removing it will shut the system off and lock the battery in place Use a chain lock to further secure your bicycle when necessary We also recommend you insure your bike against theft Central support stand This spring loaded stand supports your bike straight up Use your feet to depress the stand downwards and pull the bike backwards Ensure the stand is firmly rested on the ground before leaving the bike Do not sit on the bike with the stand parked The central support stand is made of alu
9. ean the chain Check the tension of the screws holding the brake disk to the motor Every 20 30 hours of riding Squeeze the brakes and rock the bike to check for any looseness with each forward or backward movement If the headset is loose tighten it or have your dealer check it Lift the front wheel and rotate handlebars to check for tightness of steering it may be necessary to lubricate ball bearings Check and recalibrate the brakes replace if worn out Squeeze spokes in adjoining pairs between your thumb and index finger They all should have the same tension Have your dealer re spoke or true the wheel if necessary Check cables for rust kinks and fraying have your dealer replace them if necessary Repairing a punctured tire If you have a punctured tire we recommend that you get a bike dealer to repair the tire You can always of course carry out the repairs on your own As there are no electronic components on the rear wheel follow standard procedures as with normal bicycles with internal gears Read the Shimano gear manual provided for more instructions As the front wheel contains the hub motor there are additional steps in the case you require the entire wheel to be removed from the bike A philips head screwdriver will be required to open the cable housing to first unplug the wires than run from the motor to controller There should be 1 x 6 pin connection and 3 color coded wire connections Blue Yellow Green Unplug these be
10. fore proceeding to remove the front wheel Be mindful of the tightening assembly sequence of washers nuts and Spacers In order to help prevent flat tires we suggest you add SLIME tire sealant to both front and rear tires This sealant is available at most bicycle shops and is easy to install If you have little experience with bicycle maintenance we recommend you consult your local bike shop to make adjustments 18 Troubleshooting Electronic self diagnostic system When the bicycle is functioning normally the red LED that is situated by the controller is lit continually In the case of an electronic malfunction the controller comes programmed with diagnostic capabilities to determine where the fault lies The red LED will emit a series of blinks count them and refer to the table below for its explanation and solutions 2 brake lever cut off in check brake lever spring brake levers should return to position contact applicable with electric cut off levers first make sure the throttle switch is on Then check wiring connection 3 brake lever cut off in inspect for damage to the battery level gauge disconnect and reconnect contact brake wire connections in the battery gauge 4 throttle not in position check if throttle spring is faulty 5 throttle failure check throttle connections or replace 8 erste P LSS z ailure No light check battery power cables or replace controller 20 Troubleshooting This manual s
11. ggestions ideas a project to discuss or simply would like to share your e bike experiences and photos with us please contact us at the address or email below Hebb E Bikes 4114 Pinecreek Dr Tyler TX 75707 USA Bill Hebb Hebbebikes com www hebbebikes com ph 888 454 4322 or 903 521 2543
12. h could result in damaging the connection sockets or pins 14 Using Your Hebb Electric Bike Usage The Hebb E Bike is best described as an urban bike and is best suited for usage in an urban environment and paved roads While cycling it is your responsibility to be attentive of your surroundings and traffic rules a Wear shoes that stay on your feet and grip firmly to the pedals Do not wear sandals or ride barefoot b Dress to be visible on the road and avoid loose clothes that will tangle with moving parts of the bicycle c Keep your speed at levels appropriate to road conditions d Be aware of wet weather conditions as these affect braking distance Brake earlier than you normally would on dry roads e Familiarize yourself with the traffic rules in the state you are riding in f Avoid cycling in poor weather and visibility conditions such as fog night heavy rain and snow Keep your lights on in such conditions g Familiarize yourself with the usage of the bike and how to maintain it Inspect Before every ride make a quick inspection of your bike s mechanical and electronic features Be safe not sorry Frame and fork Visually check for damage do not ride if bent or fractured Wheels and tires Check for missing or damaged spokes Feel spokes to insure tightness Wheels should be true straight and tires inflated to their correct pressure Handlebar and stem Tightened firmly in the face forward positions Brakes Squeeze
13. imply cannot cover every detail that might occur during the lifetime of your product A more detailed repair manual is found on our web site at www hebbebikes com Hub motor and general inspection After 5 000 kms 3 000 miles of cycling we recommend you arrange to have a thorough inspection of your bicycle by a dealer This includes opening up the hub After 5 000 kms 3 000 miles of cycling we recommend you arrange to have a thorough inspection of your bicycle by a dealer This includes opening up the hub motor to inspect and libricate the gears The faults listed may not cover every possible failure In the event of moisture or water entering the controller haphazard signals might appear We ve designed the Hebb E Bike to repel water as much as possible encapsulating circuit boards with silicone resins and connections with silicone grease Serial Numbers Record the serial numbers found on your motor frame controller charger and battery here for reference Motor s no Charger s no Controller s no Battery serial no Frame no Proof of purchase Keep your proof of purchase with the date of purchase clearly marked Contact Us At Hebb E Bikes our mission is simple to continue to make the best electric bike in the world We re on the constant lookout for ways to evolve and improve our bikes to enrich lives everywhere We also like to get to know and thank each of our customers If you have any comments or su
14. into its hub gives it a very strong torque working in unison with your leg power to flatten out those hills and to overcome headwinds Under normal cruising conditions 16 mph the motor draws about 5 amps at 140 watts with 3 foot pounds torque and has an efficiency of about 80 Its electric consumption is about 1 0 kwH for 62 miles even less energy than the food you would consume riding by leg power alone Making it by far the most efficient vehicle ever made While the Hebb pledge to quality means our components are high value and reliable it s your part to understand safety implications and the possible risks of cycling So please take some time and read this manual It explains the bike in detail and how to take care of it so that you can enjoy using the bike for many years to come Bill Heby Warranty How the warranty applies As the makers we warranty against possible material or construction defects provided the following conditions are satisfied e Proof of purchase The warranty starts on the date of purchase e Only the first owner is entitled to the warranty e 2 years for the frame fork all mechanical and electrical parts except normal wear and tear items e 2 years for the battery up to 70 depth of discharge from its original rated capacity This can be verified by the dealer where the bike was purchased How the warranty does not apply e When the bicycle is used negligently or has damage resulting from a traffic ac
15. is displayed Press the gray button on the back and the hour will blink Press the front button until the correct hour appears e Press the gray button on the back and minutes will blink Press the front button until the correct minutes are displayed Press the gray button on the back and the time is set f Put the computer back on the bike Note The computer always displays speed and can display time of day maximum speed trip distance and odometer in the lower display Use the front button to toggle between these settings To reset maximum speed and trip distance press and hold the front button to zero these out Odometer can be reset only by pressing the front and back buttons 12 Assembly 7 Using a tire pump air the tires to 50 60 pounds pressure Note DO NOT use compressed air at a gas station or tire store Only use a manual tire pump 8 Using the hex wrenches check all the connections for the pedal supports and disk brake connections 9 If you wish to change the angle of the front stem you can adjust it by loosening the adjustment screw with a 5mm wrench and re tighten after adjustment 13 Assembly Seat Post Do not adjust the seat post beyond its maximum extension mark Always keep a minimum of 3 1 2 of the seat post in the seat tube Brakes are the most important safety feature on the bicycle To minimize the risk of injury it s vital to ensure they are correctly adjusted Make sure that the
16. is fully charged switch the charger off wait for the charger lights to go out and switch it back on again The charging status light should quickly return from amber to green when the battery is fully charged CHARGER WITH NO SWITCH AND ONE LIGHT 1 Connect the charger to the AC outlet The light will be RED 2 Connect the charger to the battery The light will change to YELLOW 3 When the charge is complete the LED light will change to GREEN CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY VERY IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 1 It will take a maximum of 4 hours to fully charge your battery You may interrupt the charging at any time 2 As Li lon batteries do not suffer from memory effect it is not required for the battery to be empty to begin a charge Top up charging every time you ve completed your cycle ride is recommended Kept in good condition a Lithium Polymer battery will perform at least 350 full charge cycles with retention of 70 from its original Capacity 3 Anew battery might take 2 3 charges before it performs at its full capacity Battery Care The battery may be also charged on the bicycle do make sure that the bicycle is switched off Do not charge the battery in wet conditions If the battery refuses to accept a charge refer your Hebb dealer or call 888 454 4322 for more information and technical assistance Although there is no danger of over charging we advise that you disconnect the battery and switch the charger off
17. minum alloy and meant to only take the weight of the bicycle and not with the rider on it Luggage rack The luggage rack provided comes equipped with a spring loaded catch and elastic strap If you plan to carry luggage on the rear make sure everything is securely fastened and clear from the rear wheel There are many useful accessories that can be fitted on the rear rack from panniers to child seats Do however take note that the load limit is 55 Ibs Maintaining your bicycle ensures you ll get the most out of every ride and out of the entire life of your Hebb bike How much of your bike s maintenance you can do yourself will depend on your knowledge skill experience and whether you have the necessary tools for the job Learning from available cycling literature and joining cycling communities can be an enjoyable way of improving your skill and knowledge about maintaining bicycles Beyond this manual it is good to consult your Hebb dealer for advice regularly Gearing Your bike has a 7 speed Shimano rear hub shifting system For your initial ride we suggest you put the bike in 4 gear and get used to riding the bike before shifting gears Use the upper lever to shift up and use the lower lever to shift down You do not have to be moving to shift gears 17 Maintenance Before every ride Perform mechanical safety checks and use a fully charged battery Every 10 hours of riding Clean the bike including chain rings and sprocket Cl
18. se read this section before starting to assemble your bike Unpacking Carefully remove the bicycle by lifting it straight out of the box this will require two people Be careful not to scratch yourself or the bike on the carton staples Remove the packing material around the bike and stand the bike on a clean flat surface Be sure to keep any small part packages that come with the bike In addition to the bicycle you will receive e An accessory box containing the following 1 Pair of pedals 1 Battery charger and cord 2 30 Amp fuses 4 Hex keys 2mm 4mm 5mm 6 mm 1 Hebb owner s manual 1 Shimano gear and brakes manual 1 Cateye digital computer manual 1 Tektro disk brake manual Various nylon ties and heat shrink tubes e 1 Lithium Polymer Battery 37V 10Ah Upgrade Option 37V 14Ah Battery Care There are two possible chargers for your battery Please refer to the proper instructions for your particular charger CHARGER WITH ON OFF SWITCH AND 2 LIGHTS Be sure the charger is OFF Connect the charger to the AC outlet Connect the charger to the battery Turn ON the charger The red light on the charger will come on indicating there is power The second light will be AMBER or GREEN AMBER means the battery is charging GREEN means the battery has fully charged oR WN sometimes after temporary disconnection the charging status light may give a false green reading To verify that your battery
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