electric skateboard USER GUIDE Your ZINGO CRUZE warranty must be registered online within 7 days of purchase. To activate your warranty visit www.tevo.co.za and click the Register your warranty tab at the top of the web page. Complete the form, enter your serial number and agree to the terms and conditions.
CONTENTS PAGE 1 PAGE 2 PAGE 3 PAGE 4 PAGE 5 PAGE 6 PAGE 7 PAGE 7 PAGE 8 PAGE 9 Contents & Service Centres Riding conditions & appropriate apparel Familiarizing yourself with your ZINGO CRUZE How to ride your ZINGO CRUZE How to ride your ZINGO CRUZE continued Charging your ZINGO CRUZE battery ZINGO CRUZE travelling distance Storing and maintaining your ZINGO CRUZE Troubleshooting Limited warranty CAUTION READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL ASPECTS OF THIS USER MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RIDE YOUR ZINGO CRUZE. KEEP THIS USER MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SERVICE CENTRES Our nationwide Service Centres carry spares and back-up parts for your ZINGO CRUZE. For best long-term performance it is highly recommended that you visit your nearest Service Centre to give your ZINGO CRUZE a service every 3 months. Please call 0861 77 88 88 or email info@tevo.co.za to get further information on your nearest Service Centre. 1.
RIDING CONDITIONS & APPROPRIATE APPAREL Make sure to use protective gear in the form of elbow and knee pads as well as a helmet and appropriate footwear. Gloves and goggles are recommended. Riders will become accustomed to riding the ZINGO CRUZE over time. Accidents can occur when given to someone who has never ridden a ZINGO CRUZE before. Exercise caution when allowing a first time rider to get onto the ZINGO CRUZE. The rider should be instructed on how to ride the ZINGO CRUZE (see full details on HOW TO RIDE YOUR ZINGO CRUZE on pages 4 & 5). Use caution when riding and make sure to always be aware of your surroundings so as to avoid any pedestrians, other riders, animals or fixed obstacles that may cause you, or you may cause, any injury. The ZINGO CRUZE is not designed to withstand any extreme manoeuvres. Do not attempt to perform any tricks or extreme manoeuvres on the ZINGO CRUZE. Evidence of such abuse will render your warranty void. Assess riding conditions before making use of the ZINGO CRUZE, and do not ride through any gravel, mud, water, sand or on any off-road surface. Do not ride your ZINGO CRUZE in the rain, or through any adverse weather conditions. The electrical and drive components could be damaged by riding through the aforementioned elements or surfaces and will render your warranty void. WARNING The ZINGO CRUZE is not intended to be used on public roads where there are cars, buses, taxis or any other licensed motor vehicles. Make sure to familiarize yourself with the traffic rules and regulations in your area to determine where it is safe for you to ride your ZINGO CRUZE. Riding the ZINGO CRUZE can result in serious injury or even death regardless of the ability of the rider, any factory fault, any precautions taken or conditions in which they (the rider) were riding in. Make sure that you are both able and competent to handle the ZINGO CRUZE. Parents should be made aware that the ZINGO CRUZE is not for children under the age of 10, or weighing less than 20kg and further still, that riders above this age and weight should show a suitable degree of awareness, skill and ability to handle a ride-on of this nature. MAXIMUM RIDER WEIGHT LIMIT: 100kg The ZINGO CRUZE is designed for only one rider at a time. 2.
FAMILIARIZING YOURSELF WITH YOUR ZINGO CRUZE 1-8-Ply Maple Wood Deck 2 - Front Truck 3 - Back Truck 4 - Solid PU Wheels (X4) 5-100W Hub Motors (X2 located in back wheels) 6 - Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery 7 - Power button 8 - Charging Port 9 - Charger Assembly 10 - Remote Control 11 - Remote Control Charger Cable 2 5 1 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 10 3.
HOW TO RIDE YOUR ZINGO CRUZE Place your ZINGO CRUZE on a flat, dry surface in front of you. Make sure your ZINGO CRUZE and Remote Control are both fully charged Switch on your ZINGO CRUZE by pressing the Power Button (7). The Power Button will glow blue when powered on Familiarize yourself with the Remote Control (10) as decribed below before attempting to ride your ZINGO CRUZE CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHTS Indicates the amount of battery power remaining MODE BUTTON Mode 1: Max. 10 km/h Mode 2: Max. 20 km/h To toggle between modes, push the Speed Control forward & press the Mode Button at the same time.the skateboard must be switched on. LEARN BUTTON Pairs the Remote Control with the skateboard. Your Remote Control is already paired with your ZINGO CRUZE. If you lose your Remote Control, then use the following instructions to pair a new Remote Control: Switch on both the skateboard & the Remote Control, then hold down the Power Button (7) on the skateboard & press the Learn Button on the Remote Control at the same time with a pointed object. Hold for 3 seconds until you hear a beep to confirm that the pairing is successful. SPEED CONTROL Press forwards to increase speed. Press backwards to brake.do not increase speed too suddenly or brake too suddenly DIRECTION CONTROL With the Hub motor wheels (5) at the rear, when set to FWD the board will move forwards when increasing speed. When set to BWD the board will move backwards when increasing speed CHARGER PORT Connect the Remote Control Charger Cable (11) to a powered-on USB port to charge the Remote Control SAFETY LANYARD Prevents the rider from dropping the Remote Control ON/OFF Switches the remote control On or Off. The remote will only respond when the skateboard is also powered on Before riding your ZINGO CRUZE: Place your hand through the Safety Lanyard (as shown in the picture on the right) before using the remote control Place your index finger through the ergonomically designed hole and use your thumb to operate the Speed Control 4.
HOW TO RIDE YOUR ZINGO CRUZE Once you are familiar with operating the Remote Control, stand on your ZINGO CRUZE and practice by accelerating slowly and evenly. Crouching low and holding the rail of the deck with one hand can help to stabilize yourself When riding your ZINGO CRUZE, DO NOT ACCELERATE OR BRAKE SUDDENLY. This can cause you to fall. Rather accelerate slowly and when stopping, allow your ZINGO CRUZE to coast to a standstill by releasing the Speed Control button ONLY THE RIDER SHOULD OPERATE THE REMOTE CONTROL Keep your body centred over the middle of your ZINGO CRUZE Do not ride your ZINGO CRUZE on any incline of more than 15 Beware of overhead obstacles and uneven terrain which may cause injury >15 To switch off your ZINGO CRUZE, hold down the Power Button (7) until the light goes off 5.
CHARGING YOUR ZINGO CRUZE BATTERY If you notice that your ZINGO CRUZE s performance is reduced, you must recharge the battery. To charge, place the charger plug into the wall socket and the charger jack into the ZINGO CRUZE s Charging Port (8) as shown below. The light on the top of the charger will glow red while charging. When it turns green your battery is fully charged - unplug the charger immediately. IMPORTANT - BATTERY CARE In order to take good care of your ZINGO CRUZE s battery, ensure that you adhere to the following: Always remove the charger as soon as the charger indicator light turns green DO NOT charge your ZINGO CRUZE for longer than 4 hours at a time as this will damage the battery and void your warranty Charge your ZINGO CRUZE once every 2 weeks. This will maintain the range and power of your battery FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE POINTS ABOVE WILL RENDER YOUR WARRANTY VOID. Do not expose batteries to fire as they may leak or explode and may injure those close by and/or cause damage to nearby surroundings. Consult your local authorities for information on how to dispose of your batteries. 6.
ZINGO CRUZE TRAVELLING DISTANCE The maximum travel distance of your ZINGO CRUZE will depend on several factors, including: Terrain: Smooth, flat ground will increase travel distance. Rough or bumpy ground will reduce travel distance. Do not use your ZINGO CRUZE on gravel, mud, water, sand or on any off-road surface. Do not ride your ZINGO CRUZE in the rain, or through any adverse weather conditions Rider weight: A light rider will increase travel distance. A heavier rider will reduce travel distance. The maximum rider weight is 100kg Ambient temperature: Extreme hot or cold environments will reduce travel distance Maintenance: Following the recommended battery charging and care instructions will increase travel distance. Failure to maintain the battery will reduce travel distance. Regularly check the wheels and all other moving parts Speed and riding style: Keeping a medium speed will increase travel distance. Frequent stopping and starting or accelerating and decelerating will reduce travel distance STORING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ZINGO CRUZE Maintenance tasks: Always remove your ZINGO CRUZE from the charger as soon as the charger indicator light turns green NEVER CHARGE YOUR ZINGO CRUZE FOR LONGER THAN 4 HOURS AT A TIME Check that there is no damage to your ZINGO CRUZE, that the wheels and trucks are still in good condition Regularly clean your ZINGO BLAZE with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Make sure that no water comes in contact with any electrical parts, including the power button, charging port or wheels Storage tips: Store your ZINGO CRUZE indoors in a dry place Ensure that your ZINGO CRUZE is fully charged when storing. Charge your ZINGO CRUZE once every 2 weeks in order to keep the battery in good condition Your ZINGO CRUZE must not be kept in an environment that is too cold or too hot Store your ZINGO CRUZE in its original box to prevent dust accumulating 7.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution If solution doesn t work ZINGO CRUZE will not run. 1. Ensure that your ZINGO CRUZE is fully charged. 2. Check all connectors. If charging, make sure that the charger is correctly connected to the charging port, and that there is power to the charger. Take ZINGO CRUZE and charger to a Tevo Service Centre. Performance, range or run time of your ZINGO CRUZE has decreased significantly. 1. Your ZINGO CRUZE is overloaded. Keep to the 100kg weight limit. 2. Hill is too steep. Max range is attained on flat ground, avoid steep hills more than 15. 3. Your ZINGO CRUZE was used in an off-road environment. Only use your ZINGO CRUZE on hard, dry surfaces free of any debris. 4. Check wheels for obstructions. 5. Make sure the battery is fully charged. Take ZINGO CRUZE to a Tevo Service Centre to replace batteries. BATTERIES Batteries are not charging after use. Clean and check both ends of the charger plug. Make sure they fit correctly and are not worn. Take ZINGO CRUZE and charger to a Tevo Service Centre. Charger light not working. 1. Check that the wall plug is plugged in correctly and that the power is on. 2. Check power cable for breakages. Replace Charger. Please call 0861 77 88 88 or email info@tevo.co.za to get further information on your nearest Service Centre. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY DISPOSAL Do not dispose of electrical appliances or batteries with general municipal waste. Hazardous substances can leak and contaminate the groundwater, affecting the food chain and ultimately damaging the environment and your health. Contact your local municipality for information on safe disposal in your area. 8.
PRODUCT SPECS Endurance Distance: Max. Speed: Max. incline angle: Skateboard weight: Battery specification: Battery charging time: Charger voltage: Dimensions: Wheels: Motor: Approximately 20km (Based on a 100kg rider on level ground after full battery charge) Approximately 20km/h Approximately 15 5.5kg 29.4V / 4.4AH 4 hrs AC 220V 50 ~ 60Hz 920mm (l) x 230mm (w) x 130mm (h) 3 inch solid PU wheels 2X 100W Hub Motors LIMITED WARRANTY Remember to register your warranty online at www.tevo.co.za within 7 days of purchase. To activate your warranty visit www.tevo.co.za, click the Register your warranty tab at the top of the web page. Select ZINGO CRUZE from the drop-down menu, complete the form, enter the serial number and agree to the terms and conditions. Please ensure that you retain your receipt as proof of purchase. You will not qualify for your warranty should you not have it. The ZINGO CRUZE limited warranty covers manufacturing defects only for a period of one hundred and eighty (180) days from the original date of purchase. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, wheels or body work nor any damage, failure or loss caused by improper assembly, maintenance, storage or use of the product. This Limited Warranty will be void if the product is ever: Used in a manner other than for recreation Tampered with in any way Modified in any way Rented The manufacturer is not liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage due directly or indirectly to the use or misuse of this product. Please note that your ZINGO CRUZE will not be covered under warranty if you ride through any gravel, mud, water, sand or on any off-road surface. The electrical and drive components could be damaged by riding through the aforementioned elements or surfaces. NEVER wash your ZINGO CRUZE with a hose, rather use a damp cloth to wipe it clean, paying particular attention in ensuring that the power button, charging port, motor and all electrical components are kept free of water and moisture. 9.
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