Battery & Charger Maintenance; Maintenance And Cleaning - Sharp Bk-Cm03 Manuel D'utilisation

d. You can also charge the battery unmounted in the bike.
Battery & Charger maintenance
LITHIUM BATTERY
At the end of each use of the bicycle or if the battery is flat, recharge the
battery.
After prolonged use the battery capacity will slowly decrease.
The average life of the battery depends on personal use and storage
conditions. Even with proper maintenance, rechargeable batteries are
not eternal. On average, a lithium battery remains active for about 500
charging cycles. It should be considered, however, that with each recharge
the "capacity" of the battery drops proportionally. Even partial recharges
(for example 1H recharge) are to be considered, for the purpose of the
number of possible cycles, as a complete recharge. Periodically fully
discharge the battery and recharge it.
If the bicycle is not used for a long period, do not leave the battery
connected to the charger, for more than 8 hours. Leaving it to charge for
about 4 hours. In this case, do not pay attention to the battery charger
lights.
When the battery is completely discharged it must be immediately
recharged. Do not leave the battery discharged unused but immediately
proceed with a recharge cycle. In this case, provide for a longer charging
cycle, of about 6 hours to allow complete activation of the battery.
It is recommended to use the bicycle once or twice a year until the battery
is completely discharged. Then fully charge it. This process has a beneficial
effect on battery life.
Battery capacity on the display
When you turn on the bicycle engine and start pedalling, the battery icon
on the display indicates the instantaneous charge measured and not the
actual charge availability.
In case of uphill routes, when the engine is more stressed, the indicator
may show a reduced residual charge (the number of LEDs lit on the
display decreases). When the motor is stopped, in case of stop or advance
by inertia (for example downhill) the indicator may show a higher
available charge (in the absence of load on the engine the battery voltage
increases).
The best time, therefore, to achieve the amount of residual charge is when
reaching a constant speed and on a flat and straight path after stabilizing
the work of the battery.
Battery charging
Recharge the battery without removing it from the frame.
At the end of each use of the bicycle, we do consider it worthwhile to
always recharge the battery. Keeping the battery charged at all times
extends its life.
It is compulsory to use the battery charger supplied and follow the
instructions on it. Do not use battery chargers not approved by SHARP.
They may damage the battery and limit its life. By using personal
accessories, not supplied with the bicycle, the legal guarantee will
automatically expire.
Before charging the battery, carefully read the following instructions and
follow them during the process.
• Use only the supplied battery charger.
• Keep both the battery charger and the battery away from children and
pets.
• The charging operation must be carried out in a spacious, cool and dry
place; away from direct heat sources and humidity.
• If the charging operation takes place with the battery housed in the
bicycle, make sure that it is stable on the stand and turned off.
• It is normal for the battery charger to heat up during charging.
• Do not cover the battery charger.
• Keep the plugs always clean and dry.
• Do not get the battery charger wet.
• Do not use the battery charger and/or the battery if they are damaged.
• Always connect the battery charger to the battery first and then to the
power socket.
• Do not carry out the charging process in direct sunlight.
• Do not use the battery charger for other purposes or for other devices.
• Voltage drops during charging cycles could damage the battery.
Do not leave the battery connected to the charger, for more than 8 hours.
If the temperature of the battery rises too high, an unpleasant smell will be
felt: stop charging immediately and contact the Service Centre.
Battery FAQs
Is it normal for the battery to get warm during charging?
Yes, it is normal for the battery to be warm during the charging process.
Battery charger maintenance
Follow the following maintenance instructions for the battery charger:
• When the battery is fully charge, first disconnect the cable from the
socket and then the battery power cable.
• Store the battery charger in a dry and clean place.
• The battery charger requires no maintenance. Any opening or tampering
is prohibited.
• If you suspect that the battery charger is damaged, contact the service
centre.
• If the cable is damaged, contact the service centre to replace it.
• If the temperature of the battery charger rises too high (over 65°C), an
unpleasant smell will be felt: stop charging immediately and contact the
Service Centre.

Maintenance and cleaning

Technological advances have made the E-Bike and its components more
complex than in the past and the pace of innovation is increasing. With this
continuous evolution, it is essential, for any mechanical and / or electrical
repair and / or maintenance, to contact an authorized service centre. For
routine maintenance and cleaning, follow the instructions below.
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety and to ensure long life of your bicycle, it is recommended
to inspect it regularly to understand the state of the mechanical part and, if
necessary, request the assistance of a technician.
Maintaining good mechanical and electrical parts is fundamental for your
safety during use. Periodically check the wiring and electrical connectors to
make sure they are not damaged.
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