MANUAL SHINGA SCAMPER 1
SAFETY AND SHINGA SAFETY COMES ALWAYS FIRST. READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY ADVICES THOROUGLY REGARDING OUR (ELECTRICAL) BIKES: 1. SHINGA E-BIKES ARE EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTRIC MOTOR. IT IS OF GREAT CONCERN TO LEARN HOW TO USE THE E-BIKE PROPERLY AND DRIVE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LOCAL TRAFFIC REGULATIONS. WE ADVICE FIRST TO DO SOME PRACTICE RUNS ON EASY ROADS AND LESS TRAFFIC TO GET FAMILIAR WITH THE E-BIKE 2. DON T STAND ON THE PEDALS WHEN YOU START RIDING THE BIKE. SIT FIRST ON THE SADDLE AND START PEDALLING 3. RIDE PREFERABLY THE FIRST FEW DRIVES WITHOUT THE ELECTRIC MOTOR TO GET FAMILIAR WITH THE E-BIKE. START GRADUALLY WITH LOW POWER SETTING AND INCREASE ONCE YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE E-BIKE 4. THE SHINGA E-BIKES ARE TESTED BY US. TESTS TAKES APPROXIMATELY 15MIN ACCORDING OUR PROTOCOL. HOWEVER, IF IN ANY DOUBT REGARDING THE BIKE AND THE ELECTRONIC INSTALLATION, CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY 5. DO NOT EXPOSE BATTERY AND CHARGER IN DIRECT SUN. BATTERY IS PROTECTED AGAINST HEAT, BUT OVERHEATING MUST BE AVOIDED AT ALL TIMES 6. ONLY USE THE ORIGINAL CHARGER SUPPLIED WITH THE E-BIKE TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY AND THE ELECTRONIC INSTALLATION 7. BRAKES ARE PROVIDED WITH ABS SAFETY. WHEN YOU BRAKE (AND STOP PEDALLING), THE ELECTRO MOTOR WILL STOP 8. WE ADVICE TO USE A HELMET WHEN RIDING THE BIKE SHINGA E-BIKES ARE MANUFACTURED ACCORDING EUROPEAN GUIDELINES AND REGULATIONS. FOR QUESTIONS AND/OR REMARKS, YOU CAN CONTACT US ON THE BELOW MENTIONED CONTACT INFORMATION. WE ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE FOR OUR CUSTOMERS: E-MAIL: SERVICE@SHINGA.NL TELEPHONE: +31 85 401 2738 WITH KIND REGARDS, Ton van den Oetelaar CEO Shinga BV * Shinga follows guidelines: EN 14764 + for electronic parts EN 15194, see page 12 2
CONTENT Introduction:... 4 Safety tips:... 4! Safety regulations!:... 5 Manual SHINGA SCAMPER:... 6 Important notice:... 6 Pre-ride checks:... 6 Easy start up:... 7 How to fold the Bike:... 8 Charging/removing battery:... 9 General information about the E-Bike:... 10 Technical specifications:... 11 Location of framenumber:... 11 Contact information Shinga BV:... 11 EU Declaration of Conformity:... 12 3
Introduction Thank you for choosing Shinga. This manual is written for convenient use and to safeguard the use of the E-Bike. After reading this manual you can get familiar about the functions and proper use of our E-bikes. The technical design of the E- Bikes are reliable, we use quality parts and together with our high standard of service, we can provide you with an E-bike which is easy to use, reliable, all together with a high range. Therefore an ideal transport for all our customers around the globe. Your opinion is highly appreciated to improve our products and to create a perfect bike with the latest technology We strive to produce an E-bike that meets the requirements and needs of our customers. Safety tips 1. Check on a regular basis for external damage before you use the E-Bike. 2. Drivers can reduce the possibility of accidents by: a. Wearing light clothes; b. Use of (head)lights; c. Keep distance with other vehicles; d. Comply to local traffic regulations; e. Reach hand out to the direction before you turn; f. Never use one hand for a longer time to steer. Use both hands; g. Never ride the bike with 2 or more persons (exception for one small child on the backseat); h. Do not brake extreme during rain or wet road. 3. Caution with loose clothes. 4. Caution when wearing long overcoat, long dresses during step up/out and drive. 5. Carrying goods/baggage; a. Do not exceed payload more than 25 Kgs or a total weight of 140 Kgs with the E-Bike, driver weight and goods; b. Secure goods/baggage before you ride; c. Preferably no baggage on the steer to avoid swaying of the E-Bike. 6. Do not use Pressure washer to avoid electrical damage. 7. Maximum of 10 Kgs static load of the steer. Do not use child seat up front. 8. Baggage carrier is only to be used for baggage. 4
! Safety regulations! 1. To ensure safe driving, it is important to read the instructions. For any discrepancy in our manual, contact us. 2. Comply to local traffic regulations, do not ride with 2 or more persons, reduce speed during bad weather, wet road or down/uphill. 3. The E-bike can be used during rain and snow, but it must not be immersed in water to prevent damage to the motor, battery and electrical parts. 4. Reparation must only be done by Shinga or its approved agent with parts approved by Shinga. 5. Never lend the E-Bike to persons not familiar with E-bikes to prevent accident and injury. 6. Do not drink and drive. Stay focus while riding. 7. Maximum payload is 140 kgs. 8. Exceeding payload may decrease safety and increase damage to the E-Bike. 9. Do not modify the E-bike yourself. This will void the warranty. 10. The maximum speed is set to 25Km/h. It is not permitted to increase the maximum speed. If changes are made in the settings, the driver will be liable for any accidents occurred. 11. When the front fork or steer is damage after an accident, it must be replaced to insure the bike s integrity. 5
Manual SHINGA SCAMPER The Shinga Scamper is available in different specification. This manual apply to all specifications: Battery: PANASONIC 36V 8,7AH or 36V 11,6AH. Electric motor: 250W BAFANG. Important notice: According to the Dutch regulations an electric bicycle must be equipped with the following: Two independent functioning brakes Head light Rear light Spoke reflector, reflective tires or rimes Pedals with reflectors Front reflector (if not build in head light) Rear reflector Pre-ride checks: Check on a regular basis the following components: Brakes Spokes Lights Bike bell Tire tensions (minimum 3.5 bar, maximum 5.0 bar) Tire profile Securing the battery Electrical system operations 6
Easy start up: 1. Press button on the left side of the battery to switch battery On/Off. A green light indicates the battery is turned On. Pressing the button on top of the battery will indicate the battery status. 2. Press and hold C (On/Off) button on display unit for 2 seconds to turn the display on. Display will light up. 3. To turn On/Off bicycle lights, press and hold S+ button for 2 seconds. 4. To activate 6 km/h auto drive, press the throttle on left. Caution: Auto drive will start immediately! E-bikes equipped with older type torque sensor do not have autodrive. To turn off, the brake levers. 5. Pedal forward during gear changes and do not use excessive force. 6. Make sure the battery is charged. Partially charged battery can be used, but keep in mind the distance you want to ride. 7. The E-bike is supported by an electric motor. The support will be activated when you use the pedals. Additionally, using the right handgrip will give you extra support directly from the motor. 8. The electric power support will stop when you use the brake levers, stop pedaling or release the handgrip. 9. For additional information about the display unit, see manual LCD Display. 10. Local traffic regulations need to be followed at all times. 7
How to fold the Bike: 1. Remove key and release bicycle stand. The pedals can be fold by pulling the ring towards you with your fingers and fold upwards. Face left pedal to front to ease fold. 2. Unlock steer handle by moving the safety ring aside. Pull down lever to release and gently pulling the steer handle downwards. You can remove the steer by unlocking the upper lever and pull the steer out of the shaft. This will reduce the folding size. 3. To fold the E-bike, release safety bracket first by moving it upwards. Pull lever towards you to unlock. The E-bike is ready to be fold. (Important notice: Do not use excessive force) 4. Stand left of the bike and fold the front wheel towards the rear wheel. Both wheels should stand aside. A triangular support is located beneath the pedal bracket. You can rest the bike on this support. It is advisable to cover the bike with some protection during transport to minimize damage to the parts and paint. 5. Securing folded bike Secure the bike with the magnets in the front and rear fork 8
Charging/removing battery: Warning: Avoid damage from short circuit between the positive and negative poles of the charger and battery. Do not open charger to avoid damage and injury. Keep in mind that the charger can be warm during charging. Place the charger on a surface that can withstand heat. Do not cover the charger so it can cool down. Do not place inflammable or explosive goods in the vicinity of the charger to prevent danger. Store the charger and battery on a safe place out of reach from children. Do not expose the charger and battery in direct sunlight. Store the battery and charger on a cool place. 1. The supplied charger operates with 220V. The switch-plug can be connected to the power socket. The E-bike has 1 battery connection point located at the back of the battery (charging features: 36V and 1,8AH) Charging time depends on battery capacity: 8AH : Approx. 4/5 Hours 12AH: Approx. 6/7 Hours TIP: First connect the charger with the bike before connecting to the power socket. Batteries are made of Lithium, they can be recharged after every use. The charger stop charging when the battery is fully charged. You can disconnect the charger. Keep the battery dry and frost-free. When you are not planning to use the battery for a longer period, store the battery separate from the E-Bike fully charged. It is advisable to fully deplete the battery the first 3 times and after every 100 charge cycles and do a full charge. The distance (maximum range) of one battery depends on weather/road conditions, weight of the driver, tire tension, power setting, frequent braking/accelerating and battery condition. The battery charge according a curve. The first few hours it will charge the most energy. Above 90% it will charge significantly slower. Red light indicate charging. Green light indicate fully charged. 2. The battery can be removed by turning the key on the left side of the battery. Remove key and pull the battery out of the battery case. Lock the battery when you place it back. 9
General information about the E-Bike: 1. The E-Bike is mechanically the same as a normal bike. All moving parts, like cables, brakes, gear and axes can be maintained by using silicon or telfonspray. Check on a regular basis if all bolts and screws are secured. Important points are front and back wheel, luggage rack and steering. Tip: Spray chain and gear after a wet parcours, the chain needs the most lubrication. You can clean the chain with a cleaning kit, available at any bike shop. Tire size is 20 inch, available at any bike shop. Caution with moist, store the bike in a dry environment. Sensitive parts are the display unit and the controller. Rusting parts can be treated with telfonspray. Keep the bike clean and dry to limit corrosion. 2. You can consult a bike technician for gear adjustments. Many information about Shimano gears is available on the internet.shimano is a commonly used gear. 3. Keep the tires on tension. This improves driving experience and range. 4. Brakes may need to be adjusted after a while. This can easily be done on the brake levers on the steering or the brake mechanism on the wheels. For safety reasons, consult a bike technician for gear and brakes adjustments. 10
Technical specifications: 1. Size (LxWxH): 1650 x 550 x 1075 mm 2. Folding size (LxWxH): 840 x 440 x 710 mm 3. Frame: aluminium 4. Motor type: without brushes in back wheel 5. Motor voltage: 36 V 6. Motor output: 250 W max 7. Battery type: lithium manganese battery (heat resistant cells) 8. Battery specifications: 36 V, 8,7 Ah or 11,6AH Panasonic 9. Electric power support: 5 settings 10. Gears: 6 11. Range on one battery: 50 to 100 Km 12. Maximum payload: 140 Kgs 13. Netto weight: 22 Kgs 14. Wheel diameter: 20 inch 15. Distance between the rims: 1170 mm 16. Maximum speed: up to 25 km/h (electric supported) Frame number is located at front near front fork. Contact information Shinga BV SHINGA BV Molendijk Zuid 23B 5482 WZ Schijndel The Netherlands Email: info@shinga.nl KVK : 62140957 BTW: NL854680950B01 11
EU Declaration of Conformity concerning machines Supplier: Technical documents: Manufacturer: SHINGA BV VAN DEN OETELAAR (SHINGA BV) ZHEJIANG JSL VEHICLE CO., LTD MOLENDIJK ZUID 23B HARRY JANSENLAAN 12 B1.NO.609 SOUTH JINXING STREET 5482 WZ SCHIJNDEL 5481 CB SCHIJNDEL JINHUA, ZHEJIANG, CHINA Product: electric folding bike Model: JSL 039Z Name: Shinga Scamper Serialnumber bike:. Serialnumber motor: Serialnumber battery:. THIS E-BIKE IS MANUFACTURED ACCORDING AND IN APPLIANCE WITH EUROPEAN UNION GUIDELINES AND REGULATIONS CONCERNING ELECTRIC BIKES WITH A MAXIMUM SPEED OF 25 KM/HOUR AND A MAXIMUM MOTOR OUTPUT OF 250W THE FOLLOWING EN (ISO) STANDARDS APPLY: EN ISO 12100:2010 ; EN 15194:2009 ; EN 14764:2005 ; EN 349:1993+A1:2008 ; EN 953:1997+A1:2009 ; EN 13857:2008 EU GUIDELINES APPROVAL: 2006/42/EC MACHINERY DIRECTIVE ; 2006/95/EC LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE ; 2004/108/EC ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE EU CERTIFICATION AGENCY: ENTE CERTIFICAZIONE MACHINE S.R.L., VIA MINCIO 386, 41056 SAVIGNANO, ITALIE ; NOTIFICATION AGENCY EU-TYPE EXAMINATION NUMBER: 1282 CERTIFICATE NUMBER: 111123/ZJV845 CERTIFICATE DATE: NOVEMBER 2011 12