3. The first step
3.1 E-bike battery charging
Charging can be done when the battery is plugged into the electric bike, or the battery can be removed from the e-bike. To charge the battery, use a dedicated charger from the e-bike.
When the charger is inserted into the electric bike ready to charge, open the rubber cover (D) on the left side of the e-bike seat tube.
Start charging when the charger is inserted into the battery, and plug the charging port (E) at the bottom of the battery.
When the charger is correctly connected for charging, the red light is on, and the green light is on after fully charged.
? Before connecting to the power supply, you need to connect to the charging plug firstly.
Diagram showing charging port on the e-bike (D) and the battery charging port (E).
Safety of batteries and charging
- E-bike battery and charger should not be exposed to water or open flame.
- Do not use the battery and the charger for other purposes.
- Do not place the battery where it is accessible to children and pets.
- Do not cover the battery and the charger while charging.
- If you find an odor or smoke, please stop charging immediately.
- In case the battery catches fire, do not try to put it out with water. Use sand to put out the fire and call emergency services immediately.
3.2 IPS, matrix 2.0" display
- The display should be sent for repair as soon as possible if it does not work properly, otherwise the operation of the system will be affected.
- Although it is designed to be waterproof, it is strongly recommended that you avoid submerging the display underwater.
- Try to avoid using it in harsh environments, such as heavy rain, snow, and sun exposure.
Product description:
- Operating temperature: -10° C ~ 60° C
- Storage temperature: -20° C ~ 70° C
- Waterproof grade: IP65
Functional interface
Under the state of basic function interface, rotate display of each function by short pressing the M button. Under any function interface, if there is no button operation within 5 seconds, it will jump back to the basic function interface.
Functional interface I
Diagram showing Functional Interface I with time, TRIP, ODO, AVG, MAX, speed, and distance.
Functional interface II
Diagram showing Functional Interface II with time, BATTERY, CAPACITY, CHARGED, RANGE, voltage, and percentage.
Functional interface III
Diagram showing Functional Interface III with time, RIDING MODE USAGE, and percentage for modes [1] through [5].
Functional interface IV
Diagram showing Functional Interface IV with time, MOTOR POWER, AVG, MAX, and watt values.
Detailed description of Functional Interfaces:
Functional interface I
Mainly displays speed and mileage information, including single mileage, accumulated mileage, average speed, and maximum speed. The data in function interface I can be cleared by button operation.
Functional interface II
Mainly displays battery information, including battery voltage, capacity percentage, accumulated charging times, and remaining range.
Functional interface III
Mainly displays the usage time statistics of different power modes during riding, which are calculated by the meter according to the actual riding status and shown in percentage data. Boost mode usage time statistics can be cleared by data clearing operation.
Functional interface IV
Mainly displays power statistics, including the average power output of the motor, the maximum power, the rider's power, and the proportion of motor power statistics.
Basic Interface and Operation Buttons
When power is on, it will display the power-on interface for 2 seconds. After establishing the communication connection, the meter will enter the main interface display state.
? Without BMS information, the system does not display the battery percentage, and the battery front always lights up ?; the rest of the information is displayed in real time.
Control panel layout:
- Plus "+" button
- Mode button
- Minus "-" button
- Power switch
Diagram showing the control panel buttons and a display screen showing speed (25.0 KM/H), TRIP (045KM), P, 0, W, and 100% battery.
Power on/off
Long press the power button in the display off state to power on the display and enter the REANY interface, then normally enter the basic interface and start to work. Long press the power button in the power on state to turn off the display. If there is no operation within 5 minutes, the display will shut down automatically.
Assistance level switching
Under the power-on working condition, short press the "+" or "-" button to switch the power assisting gear and change the power assisting mode. Digital gear: 0-5.
Display interface switching
Short press the M button under power-on state to enter the function display interface in turn and switch the display information. Short press the M button to enter the basic interface in turn, and the function display interface switching in turn. During normal riding, when the speed is greater than 0, if the information display interface is not in the basic interface, and the user has not operated the M button for more than 5 seconds, it will automatically return to the basic interface display state.
Upgrade OTA system
The display supports Bluetooth function. Under the premise of cooperating with APP development, the display can realize the function of message reminder and navigation information reminder after establishing Bluetooth connection with a cell phone. After successful Bluetooth connection, the icon will be displayed on the upper left corner of the screen.
Light
The display supports auto light on function. When the whole bike is loaded with battery and turned on, the default is auto light on state, meaning the display automatically detects the ambient light intensity and controls the lights on.
When the lights are turned on automatically, the auto light on icon appears on the upper right corner of the display.
When the whole bike is loaded with battery and turned on, long press the ? button at any time to manually control the turning on and off of the lights. That is to say, when the lights are not turned on automatically, long press the ? button to turn on the lights manually, and the light icon is displayed at the upper left corner of the display interface to indicate the light status; otherwise, the lights will be turned off.
When the lights are on, long press the ? button to turn off the lights.
After turning off the lights manually, the auto light on function will also be turned off, and you need to turn on the power again to turn on the auto light function automatically.
When the lights are on, the brightness of the display's screen will be reduced.
Walk assist function
When the speed is zero, press and hold the ? button to enter the boost assist mode; the interface displays the boost assist icon ? and the actual boost speed, and the display area of the assist gear shows the push icon.
After releasing the ? button or operating any other button during the boost assist mode, the mode will be canceled and the display will return to normal display mode.
Battery capacity indicator
Battery capacity indication and corresponding power output.
The power level information is divided into battery bar indication and percentage of remaining capacity indication. When the battery power is normal, the power display is divided into 1-5 cells according to the change of battery capacity. Before the battery is connected and established at power on, the percentage is not displayed, and the battery displays full cells and flashes at 2Hz. After reading the power value, it stops flashing and displays the power percentage. If the connection is still not successful after 3 seconds of power on, it stops flashing and does not display the percentage.
If the battery capacity is lower than 5% of the undervoltage value or the battery voltage is lower than the undervoltage value, the display will prompt "undervoltage". The battery indicator will be empty, flashing at 1Hz. At the same time, the motor has no power, the support function is ineffective, button pressing has no function, and the display level shows "OFF". Please charge the battery if undervoltage, making sure that the voltage is higher than the under-voltage value "V" and battery capacity is more than 5%, then it could exit the under-voltage mode.
Basic Setting Function
Within 10 seconds after power on, long press M to enter the setting interface. Short press ▶️ to cycle through setting interfaces. Under any setting interface, short press M to enter the parameter editing state. The pickup is the selected state under the parameter editing interface; the blue icon under the selected state indicates the item to be picked up, and the option and parameter value of the selected state will be indicated in white font with gray background. Under the parameter selected state, short press ▶️ for parameter modification and editing. Press and hold M to confirm and exit the editing state, press and hold M again to exit to the upper level menu interface.
Under any setting interface, short press M to enter the next level menu; long press M to return to the previous level menu.
Clear data
Data clearing is mainly aimed at clearing data information such as single mileage, average speed, and maximum speed.
After 10 seconds of normal power on, when the display is in the function interface display (not the basic interface), long press M button to enter the clear information prompt state. Short press ▶️ to select the operation content in the pop-up dialog box. Short press M key to confirm, then the data information can be cleared. If there is no operation or long press M button in 30 seconds in the pop-up window of clear data, it will exit the data clearing mode.
Diagram showing the display before and during the reset warning, with options YES / NO.
Subtotal mileage is zeroed after data clearing; average speed and maximum speed are also zeroed. Accumulated mileage (ODO value) is not cleared by any operation on the display side; it needs a professional maintenance tool to clear it.
Error codes indicator
The display can alert warnings of vehicle-wide faults, and the display interface displays error codes when a fault is detected. The specific fault code is displayed in the function display area and flashes at 1Hz. When an error code appears, the display only shows the error symbol and error code. If the user operates the M button during the fault condition, the display resumes the main page display. 5 seconds later, it returns to the fault code interface.
4. Battery
4.1 Place and remove the batteries
Remove the rechargeable battery
Always close the electric bike system before removing the battery.
- Turn the key point A in the battery lock clockwise until it stops and remains in that position inside.
- Press the B point at the bottom.
- The hand support battery pulls down out of the groove of the frame and then lifts it away laterally.
Diagram showing battery removal points A (key lock) and B (release button).
Place the rechargeable battery
First, put the bottom end of the battery on the guide rail inside the lower tube, and then put the upper end into the lower tube until the sound of stuck. If the battery is not locked and no such a click:
- Check the battery fits with the lock.
- Check that the upper edge of the battery and the lower tube are aligned.
? Take care to avoid damage to the paint on the frame or the battery.
4.2 Charging precautions
There are several ways to charge your REANY electric bike. Depending on the way you often use and store your bikes, you will find your ideal charging plan in the table below.
Option | Feature |
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In-bike charging | - Unable to remove the battery
- The e-bike is parked in an electric garage / shed
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Off-bike charging | - Easy charging on the road (office / travel, etc.)
- Park e-bike outdoors
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Average charging time: 4 hours (empty to 95% capacity)
4.3 Charging considerations
- Don't charge the battery when the temperature is below zero, and if your shed doesn't have enough temperature, take the battery out and charge it indoors.
- Do not charge the battery in direct sunlight, and the ambient temperature should be controlled below 40°C.
- Charge it in a dry, well-ventilated place.
- First, plug the charging plug into the e-bike or battery socket, and then connect the charger to the power supply.
- After charging the battery, remove the battery from the charger and remove the charger from the socket.
- The charger or the battery is thermal during charging, so don't cover them with anything when charging.
4.4 Use and maintenance of batteries
The proper use and storage of the batteries is very important to keep the batteries healthy. Please follow our instructions for battery maintenance to avoid shortening the battery life.
- Charge the battery immediately when the battery level reaches the lowest point. The battery without charging may be damaged within a few days.
- Charge the battery from time to time, either in the winter or when you're not using it. The battery needs to be charged at least once every two months, but we recommend charging it once a month.
- The power system consumes power (very little) when it is turned off. If the REANY e-bike is not used for a long time, it is recommended to remove the battery from the e-bike and put it in a suitable place.
4.5 Battery range
The total distance traveled on a single charge is called the mileage. The range depends on the battery capacity and the energy consumption of the motor. The exact range of your REANY e-bike is hard to predict because there are many variables that can affect it.
If your cycling range varies from the above values, refer to the following points:
RPM/input
Your pedal speed, or rotation per minute (RPM), affects the predicted range of the total mileage. In general, higher speeds can run farther, so try to switch to lower gear when slowing down or climbing.
Long distance / short distance
The type of the journey affects maximum mileage, and a long journey will consume less energy than multiple short trips.
Weight
The weight on the e-bike will affect the maximum mileage.
Environment effects
Low temperature has a significant impact on battery life. The battery capacity is tested around 25°C, and the power level will decrease (temporarily). At 0°C, a fully charged battery stores only 70% of its power. The maximum capacity, at -10°C, the fully charged battery can even drop down to 50%, requiring more consideration for a faster shutdown in the winter.
The life of the battery depends on how much and how often you use it. Ideally, the battery can fully discharge 1000-1500 times; its performance will slowly decline with use, and when the battery reaches its expected life, it needs to be replaced.
5. E-bike and other components
5.1 The light
? If you ride without the lights in poor visibility, you may not be seen by other road users.
5.2 Brake system
In order to prevent accidents during cycling, please be familiar with the corresponding brake side (front and rear). It is important to never use any lubricating product or cleaning agent on the brake pad or rotor, as this will affect the braking function and cause noise when braking.
? We recommend that you gradually become familiar with the brake features of your e-bike so you can prepare for an unexpected emergency stop with the loss of control of the e-bike.
A complete stop based only on the front or rear brake may lead to loss of control of the e-bike, so be sure to use both brakes at the same time.
Your REANY electric bike comes with hydraulic disc brakes. The left brake lever controls the front brake, and the right brake lever controls the rear brake. Both brakes are used simultaneously to achieve better deceleration, and the wear of both brakes is evenly separated.
It is recommended that the pressure point remain unchanged and the installed hydraulic disc brake system can be self-adjusted to compensate for brake pad wear.
⚠️ Locking on the front wheel may cause tipping! Please pull the brake lever with less force.
Adjust both brakes to achieve high deceleration in an emergency, but avoid locking the wheels. During prolonged braking, especially during descent, the brake pads and brake calipers become very hot. Do not touch the rotor or the brake calipers! At risk of getting burns!
5.3 Drivetrain system
High-quality belt drive is very suitable for the powerful e-bike motor. The belt drive is quiet, durable, and easy to maintain, because the tension is stable throughout the use process.
A properly installed and used belt can last 25,000 km without maintenance or replacement.
? Pay attention to the danger of damage!
- Do not reverse
- Do not turn back
- Do not curl
- Do not use as a Belt wrench
- Do not reverse
- Do not bind
- Do not lubricate
- Do not break open
Maintenance
- Because you don't need to lubricate the belt, it is much cleaner than the chain. Therefore, a chain protection is not required when using a belt drive. If necessary, clean the belt without high pressure and detergent, as this may damage other parts of the e-bike.
- Belt tension: The key to optimal performance is proper belt tension. If the belt is too tight, it can cause towing or damage the hub. If the belt is too loose, it will skip teeth and slip. If you notice these two effects, the tension of the belt should be adjusted, and you should contact your dealer to check your belt.
? If there is any belt break or other signs of damage, please contact a professional repair site promptly.
5.4 Tire
The tires of electric bikes are suitable for almost all types of terrain and can also have good grip on wet asphalt. Tire pressure has a great impact on the battery range and riding comfort.
It is always recommended to keep the correct tire pressure, which is reflected on the side of the tire. As a reference, you should be able to slightly press the side of the tire with your thumb.
6. Maintain your e-bike
5.5 Seat post
If the minimum insertion depth of the seat post is not observed, the seat tube may slip or break. Do not shorten the seat post at will.
- Carefully guide the seat post into the seat tube.
- If you feel resistance, stop inserting the tube.
- If it cannot adjust properly, please contact your professional repair point.
If the seat post is inserted too deep, the component may damage the electric bike system.
6.1 Maintenance
It is recommended that you arrange at least one major inspection for your e-bike each year, with the first check recommended at 250km or 3 months after purchase. Regular inspections will reduce the possibility of unnecessary damage to the e-bike.
? Don't ignore the first inspection service; parts such as cables and spokes are stretched after the first use.
Cleaning
To make your e-bike look like new, you can clean it with warm water and soft brushes. Cleaning the bike regularly will also extend the life of the product. Please avoid using plenty of water near electronic devices and batteries. When cleaning the e-bike, it is best to remove the battery.
Maintenance
In addition to regular cleaning of the E-bike, we recommend that you grease uncoated metal parts with vaseline (spray) to prevent oxidation and rust. Drivetrain parts and rollers also require regular greasing or lubricating. You can consult your dealer or contact a professional mechanic.
? Your e-bike, when it is belt driven, do not put oil on the belt; you can wash the belt with warm water.
Check up
Check the wear of brakes and brake pads and replace or adjust if necessary. Check the spoke tension; when you notice a bent spoke or damaged wheel, please contact a professional repair point.
? The handlebar one-side steering is greater than 70°, and the brake line has the risk of fracture.
6.2 Main maintenance
We recommend a small maintenance schedule every three months and an overhaul every year. We list the following items:
Every three months:
- Check the hub and tires (dents on the hub, spoke tension, tire air pressure, tire profile).
- Tighten all mounting parts / bolts and nuts.
- Check the brake wear and adjust the cable tension.
- Clean the belt, adjust the belt tightness, and replace the belt if necessary.
- Check the electrical system; ensure the battery is fully charged. Be aware of potential electric shock from the maintenance battery.
- Check the e-bike drivetrain system for faulty components.
Annually:
- Remove, degrease, lubricate, and reassemble the belt and bottom bracket.
- Check and lubricate the gears, shifters, and brakes.
- Check the spoke tension.
- Check and recalibrate the tire and adjust the tire pressure.
- Apply protective wax for the frame, test ride, and check all functions.