ORIGINAL OPERATING MANUAL 1 Manufacturer: RUFF CYCLES GmbH Im Gewerbepark D36 93059 Regensburg Germany [email protected] www.ruff-cycles.com V1.1, September 2020 Layout, photographs and text: RUFF CYCLES GmbH, Regensburg, Germany Texts passages were provided with courtesy of HNF GmbH The mentioned brand names are subject to copyrights and are the property of their legitimate owners even without special indication. Any reprint or copy, even only in extracts, is only permitted with our express written consent. Subject to misprints, errors and technical alterations. Please note that the illustrated product may be different from the delivery condition of the product. 2 3 CONTENTS 1. Your Vehicle 7 6.3. After an accident 22 1.1. Intended use 7 6.4. Battery 23 1.2. Vehicle overview 9 6.5. Tires 23 1.3. Delivery scope 10 6.6. Changing tires/tubes 24 1.4. Assembly of accessories 10 6.6.1. Dismounting the front wheel 24 2. Commissioning 10 6.6.2. Dismounting the rear wheel 25 2.1. Handlebar alignment 10 6.6.3. Changing tires/tubes 26 2.2. Pedal assembly 11 6.6.4. Front wheel assembly 26 2.3. Removal/Installation of the battery 12 6.6.5. Rear wheel assembly 27 2.4. Switching ON/OFF the drive 12 6.7. Adjusting the Chain derailleur 27 2.5. Adjusting support level 12 6.8. Brakes 27 2.6. Switching ON/OFF the lamp 13 6.8.1. Wear of brake pads and discs 27 2.7. Initial engagement of brake discs 13 6.8.2. Checking the brake pads 28 3. Before each ride 14 6.9. Setting the headlight range 28 3.1. Check tires 14 7. Cleaning and maintenance 29 3.2. Checking the brake system 14 8. Transport on/by car 30 3.3. Checking the chain 15 9. Technical data 30 3.4. Battery: Checking the fixation and charging status 15 9.1. Component list 30 3.5. Checking the fork 15 9.2. Weights 31 3.6. Checking the screw connections 16 9.3. Torque of screws 31 3.7. Checking the lights 16 10. Liability for Material Defects 33 4. Operating 17 11. EC declaration of conformity 34 4.1. Shimano derailleur gear 17 12. Disposal 35 4.2. Drive units 17 4.2.1. Chain Drive Units 17 4.3. Brake system 18 4.4. Side stand 18 5. Ergonomic setting 19 5.1. Brake lever 19 5.1.1. Adjusting brake lever position 19 5.1.2. Brake grip angle 20 5.1.3. Adjusting brake lever distance 20 6. Maintenance 20 6.1. Wear parts list 21 6.2. Recommended maintenance intervals 22 4 5 YOUR VEHICLE Index and symbols in this User Manual 1. YOUR VEHICLE This User Manual contains important information for the enhanced safety and We congratulate you to the purchase of the Lil’Buddy with BOSCH driving prolonged service life of the Pedelec for an each time greater fun with your technology. Lil’Buddy. You have decided for a state-of-the-art means of transport, which allows you brand-new mobile options. We have attached the greatest importance1 to the Any neglect of the contents of this User Manual may lead to damages to the technical quality of the single components of your Pedelec, ensuring that you vehicle as well as injuries. will enjoy your Lil’Buddy for many years. The following symbols are used in the User Manual: The Lil’Buddy is a bicycle with electrical power assistance for the driver. This aid is adjusted via a controller that evaluates the data through three sensors Warning! (speed, step rate and torque), regulating the motor according to the selected This symbol indicates a possible danger. support level. When reaching a speed of 15.53 miles/h (25 km/h), the electri- Please observe the safety instructions! cal motor switches off. But driving at a speed of 15.53 miles/h (25 km/h) by oneself is also possible. Information Here, you will find useful information on the maintenance of the In Germany, the Pedelec is lawfully equivalent to the bicycle2. No permit or product. license plate are required. The driver does not need a driver license. We do recommend that you wear an appropriate helmet and goggles for your own safety. Important information! 1.1. INTENDED USE The User Manual of your Lil’Buddy is constantly checked and updat- ed. This instruction corresponds to our level of knowledge at the time Your Lil’Buddy is intended for the transport of one person on asphalt roads of publication. We recommend you to visit our website and rideable forest and land routes. The additional allowable load www.ruff-cycles.com/manuals, for any modifications. Here you can (Driver + Accessory + Baggage) amounts to 150kg. also download the updated manual in PDF format. The Lil’Buddy is not intended for: » Racing/Competition » Cleaning with a water jet » Transport in the rain by a car without covering the motor and dismantling the battery and display » Charging the Pedelec outdoors in a wet environment 1 Pedal Electric Cycle 2 § 1 Par.3 StVG (Street traffic act) 6 7 YOUR VEHICLE YOUR VEHICLE Intended use is also limited by: The required active and passive illumination devices have been installed according to the safety regulations applicable in Germany (StVZO). The tech- » The safety instructions in this User Manual nical design safety must be regularly checked and eventually be repaired by a » The „Technical data“ chapter in this User Manual specialist. » The national regulations for street transport (StVO) » The national regulations for the street transport permit ordinance (StVZO) 1.2. VEHICLE OVERVIEW The following user groups should not use the Pedelec: 10 » Persons with a limited physical, sensory or mental capacity. » Persons who due to their body size, cannot safely drive the bicycle. Any changes to your Lil’Buddy increasing the motor output or max- 7 imum support speed, will endanger your driving safety and con- vert the vehicle from a Pedelec into a small motorcycle. You will be exposed to sanctions in accordance with traffic, licence and safety 9 regulation with penal consequences! Rotating parts such as wheels, chain ring, sprocket, pedal crank or pedals may draw into clothing, carried objects and even body parts, e.g. your shawl or a bag attached to the handlebar may get caught into the spokes during driving. When you slip your feet from the pedals, they can get caught into the spokes. This may lead to severe accidents! -> Always wear tight-fitting clothes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 -> Wear shoes with non-slip, flat soles. -> Do not attach objects onto the handlebar, as they may swing into the front wheel. 1 Shimano BL-MT201 6 Engine 10 2 Shimano Altus 7-Gear 7 Battery A Pedelec always accelerates faster than a bicycle. Be always aware that other traffic participants cannot always predict your acceleration 3 Chain tensioner 8 Fork performance. 4 Kickstand 9 Type Plate -> Exercise your new Lil’Buddy first at a quiet location, before riding 5 Chain 10 Control Unit in the busy streets. -> Exercise the brakes. Please see also chapter 4.3. „Brake system“. The serial number is found on the plate on the lower tube directly below the motor. The type plate is located on top of the motor mounting holder. Please note down the serial number of the Lil’Buddy here: ___________________________________________ 8 9 YOUR VEHICLE COMMISSIONING 1.3. DELIVERY SCOPE » Lift the vehicle by the front frame, so that it no longer touches the ground. Turn the fork leftwards and rightwards. The front wheel must follow the » Bosch charging device movement. This simulated steering operation should not be difficult. » 2 keys for securing the battery to the Pedelec » If the steering is not rotated easily, the ahead bolt is tightened too fast (1). » 2 transport fixations for the Shimano BL-MT201 brakes Loosen it by releasing the 2 screws (2) of the 1 » Bosch hazardous material package for battery shipment (please store and stem. Now you can adjust the compression when appropriate, use this for the disposal or return of the defect battery) of the steering bearing with the ahead bolt. 2 Retighten the stem screw with a torque of » Delivery package (please store if you consider to cancel the purchase within 6-7 Nm. two weeks) » Finally, clamp the handlebar in the middle User manuals of different component manufacturers by tightening the bolts (3) at the cross on the stem. Ensure a uniform front and rear gap 1.4. ASSEMBLY OF ACCESSORIES between stem and cover. 3 When installing accessories like child seat or trailer, please check the com- patibility with the Pedelec through the accessory manufacturer or a bicycle 2.2. PEDAL ASSEMBLY dealer. The right pedal has a right thread, the left pedal has a left thread 2. COMMISSIONING on the pedal axis. The right pedal is mounted clockwise and the left pedal is mounted counter-clockwise. The pedals are marked with R and L. This chapter explains how to prepare your Lil’Buddy for the ride. Inflate the tires first. The air pressure volume is described in chapter 3.1. Pedals are important safety components. Make sure that you tighten Your Lil’Buddy is supplied as a part assembly and as a full assembly. the pedal axis firmly, according to the manual. Otherwise, there is a In the latter case, you can skip items 2.1. and 2.2. hazard of accident! If it is not a standard delivery, please read the following items for „handlebar alignment“ and „Pedal assembly“.