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OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

FREE DUCkL I G H T E L E C T R I C Q U A D R I C Y C L E

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CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 4

2. RUlesONUse.......................................................................................................... 5

3. geNeRalINsTRUCTIONs........................................................................................ 6

3.1. safedriving........................................................................................................ 6

3.2. Identificationdata............................................................................................... 7

3.3. Tyres................................................................................................................... 8

3.4. Powersupply...................................................................................................... 9

3.4.1. Batteries(typeandlocation)................................................................ 10

3.4.2. Batteryrecharging............................................................................... 12

3.4.3. Batterylocationandconnection.......................................................... 13

4. VeHICleCHaRaCTeRIsTICs................................................................................. 14

4.1. Technicalspecifications................................................................................... 14

4.2. Maincomponents............................................................................................. 16

4.3. Instrumentpanel,mainswitch,keys................................................................ 17

4.4. Multi-purposedigitaldisplay............................................................................ 18

4.4.1. Display’smainfunctionselectricversion............................................ 18

4.4.2 Malfunctionsignalling...........................................................................19

4.5. steeringwheelcontrols.................................................................................... 20

4.5.1. Right-handsatellite.............................................................................. 20

4.5.2. left-handsatellite................................................................................ 21

4.6. Frontlights....................................................................................................... 22

4.7. Rearlights........................................................................................................ 23

4.8. Windscreencleaners........................................................................................ 23

4.9. Fuses................................................................................................................ 24

4.10.Case................................................................................................................. 25

5. OPeRaTINgINsTRUCTIONs.................................................................................. 26

5.1. advice............................................................................................................... 26

5.1.1. Checkspriortouse............................................................................. 27

5.1.2. start-up................................................................................................ 27

5.1.3. stopping.............................................................................................. 27

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5.2. Operatingtrouble............................................................................................. 28

5.2.1. Failuretostartup................................................................................. 28

5.2.2. Faultybrakingsystem.......................................................................... 28

5.2.3. Punctures............................................................................................ 28

6. ROUTINeMaINTeNaNCe........................................................................................ 33

6.1. summaryofroutinemaintenance.................................................................... 33

6.2. Brakeoil........................................................................................................... 33

6.3.Parkingbrake................................................................................................... 34

6.4. Cleaningthevehicle......................................................................................... 34

7. sUPPleMeNTaRYMaINTeNaNCe......................................................................... 35

7.1. Frontandrearbrakes....................................................................................... 35

7.2. Frontandrearshockabsorbers....................................................................... 35

7.3. Bearingsofthefrontwheels............................................................................. 35


1. INTRODUCTION

Read this manually carefullybeforeusingtheFREE DUCkandfollowtheoperatingandmaintenanceinstructionsherein.

Spare parts and accessories should be requested from Concessionaires and/orauthorizedRetailers.

This FREE DUCk is a new and extremely environmentally friendly way of travelinginvolvingelectrictractionandminimalacousticandatmosphericpollution.

It is also highly economical as fuel is replaced by rechargeable batteries ensuringparticularlylowrunningcosts.

ATTENTION! The warranty is forfeited if persons not authorized from DUCATI energia carry out any work on FREE DUCk within the period of the same warranty.

ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE HIGHWAY CODE AND DRIVE CAREFULLY...

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2. RULES ON USE

You should be at least 14 years of age to ride the FREE DUCk.

Theusermustbeinpossessionofsuitablevehicle insurancedocumentsandasuitabledriver’s licence.

TheFREE DUCkmustbefittedwitharegistration plate.

ThismodelofFREE DUCkcantake1passenger,providingthedriverisover 18 years old.

TheFREE DUCkdoesnotrequireuseofasafetybeltorhelmet.

alwayscomply with the HighwayCode: signs, stop signs,pedestrian crossings, speedlimits,prohibitionsforovertaking,etc.

Making any changes to the main structure, frame, braking system, electrical system,suspension,etc,isreferredtoastampering.Inthiscasethemanufacturercannotassumeanyliabilityandthewarrantywillbeforfeited.

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3. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

3.1. SAFE DRIVING

• alwayskeepthefrontwindowperfectlyclean.

• adjusttherear-viewmirrorsproperly.

• alwaysdrivewithbothyourhandsonthesteeringwheel.

• alwayskeepatasafedistancefromothervehiclesontheroad.

• exceeding the national speed limit when traveling downhill could make the vehicleunstableanddamagesomeofitselectroniccomponents(e.g.theboard).

• DonottraveldownhillwiththekeyOFF.

• good psycho-physical condition is essential to ensure safe driving. Drugs, alcohol,psychopharmaceuticals,etc,physical tirednessordrowsinesscould result inseriousdangertothedriverandothers.

• Youshouldalwaysuseyourindicatorwhenchangingdirection,changinglanes,turningdownside-roadsorpullingtooneside.

• alwaysslowdowngraduallywhenapproachingstopsigns,redlights,levelcrossings,speedbumps,etc.safetyisessentialforyouthedriverandthevehiclesbehind.

• Before traveling,alwayscheck tyrewearandpressure,andcorrectworkingorderoftheelectricalandbrakingsystems.

• any changes or removal of original parts could compromise the FREE DUCk’sreliability.

• Donotbedistractedwhendriving.

• Donotleaveobjects(mobilephones,etc)intheboxfortherechargingcable.

• Zigzaggingandswayingareextremelydangerousforthedriverandothers.

• Donotexceedthemaximumpermissibleweight(refertothetechnicaldata).

• avoidatallcostsmakingchangestoincreasethevehicle’sperformanceandchangingitsoriginaltechnicalcharacteristics.


3.2. IDENTIFICATION DATA

FRAME: the frame’s serial numbersareembossedon thesamebehind the front right-handwheel(Figure1).

ANTI-TAMPERING PLATE:thisplate,featuringtheidentificationdatarequiredbyDirective97/24/Ce-chap.7,isattachedtotheframeonthetopright-handside(Figure1).

WHEEL MOTOR:themotor’sidentificationdataisgivenundertherimcover.

ATTENTION! Changing the identification is punishable by law.

-1

e3 *

dB (A) - minZKCFD0000008XXXXX

FIGURE 1


3.3. TYRES

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Type of tyre (TUBELESS): 3.0-10”-42J

Non-compliancewith the instructionson tyrepressureor loadcapacitycouldadverselyaffectdrivingability,operationandcontroloftheFREE DUCk.

Checkthetyres’condition(beforeall journeys)foranysignsofcracksorcutsandhavethemreplacedasandwhennecessary.

NOTE: Minimum permissible tread (at front and back) is 2 mm.

ATTENTION! The tyres’ pressure must be checked when the tyres are cold and with the motor switched off.

Thetyres’pressureisessentialtoensuregoodperformance,autonomyandsafety.

FRONT TYRE 3 bar

REAR TYRE 3 bar


3.4. POWER SUPPLY

Power(48V)issuppliedby8 x 12V batteriesconnectedinseriesandinparallel.

Batteries ensure excellent performance at ambient temperature between +20°C and+25°C,howeverperformancecandifferaccordingtotemperature.

always recharge the batteries using exclusively the supplied cable with type-approvedplugwhichshouldbeinsertedinasuitable220Vacsocket.

IMPORTANT! Always charge the batteries whenever you can to avoid running them fully down; the batteries do not have storage effect.

Recharging with the power supply on board the vehicle takes less than 8 hours when the batteries are fully run down and SHOULD NEVER exceed 18 hours.

The batteries’ energy is controlled by an electronic board that regulates the motor’scurrent.

Contact DUCATI energia Technical Assistance in the event of faults possibly involving inefficiency of the electronic board.

Theelectricmotordoesnotrequireanymaintenance.

IMPORTANT! If the batteries do not recharge, check the fuses on the power connection board at the bottom of the battery compartment

ATTENTION! The ignition key must ALWAYS be OFF when recharging.

Do not connect or use auxiliary batteries or recharge normal rechargeable batteries.

IMPORTANT! Initial running in of the battery charger is advisable to ensure the batteries’ maximum potential. To ensure the batteries’ efficient future yield, initially drive for short but increasingly longer periods without fully running down the batteries, before recharging them.

This“procedure”shouldbecarriedoutduringthefirstweekofusingawholenewpackofbatteries.


AUTONOMY

Variablesthatcanmostaffectautonomy:

• Use:usingtheFREE DUCkonroadswhereyouhavetokeepstoppingandstartingcannegativelyaffectautonomy,comparedtoconstantandlineardriving.Youshouldalsoincrease speedgently,withoutpressing theaccelerator roughly andwithoutholdingtheacceleratorpedalrightdownasmaximumspeedcanbemaintainedequallywellbylesserpressureonthepedal.

• Weight: this can greatly determine autonomy; a combined weight of the driver,passengerandloadexceeding200kg(thelimitonthedataplate)canvastlyincreaseenergyconsumption.

• Temperature:changes in temperature (especiallyduringwinter)canadverselyaffectenergyconsumption.

• Slope:travellingonslopingroadsvastlyincreasesenergyconsumption.

• Tyre pressure:correcttyrepressureisessentialtoensuregoodperformance,autonomyandsafety.

Average autonomy is about 50-60 km with the batteries fully charged.

3.4.1 Batteries (type and location)

TheFREE DUCkisfittedwithasetofcutting edge batteries.

There are 8 x lead acid batteries(12V),not requiring maintenance.

all the batteries are housed in the battery compartment under the vehicle’s floor. Thecompartmentisaccessedbyundoingthe4screwsonthecover.

IMPORTANT! Batteries should always be replaced with original ones designed and tested to our specifications. Use of any other type of battery will forfeit the warranty and could compromise the FREE DUCk’s performance.

RULES:

Do not drivethevehicletothepointthebatteriesarefullyrundown.

Makesurethebatteriesareneverfullyrundown.

Do not with on “reserve”foralongtime;ifyouhaveto,trynottousetheacceleratortoomuch.Thereserveisindicatedbyaredindicatorlightontheinstrumentpanel.

Never usethevehiclewiththekeyintheOFF position.


Never removethefuseswhenrechargingthebatteries.

Never usethevehiclewhenthedisplayisn’tworkingproperly.

Always turn off the ignition key before maintenance. You should also remove thebatterypack’stwoconnectorsfromthefuseboard.

MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERIES

Intheinterestofhealthandsafety,onlyexperienced,qualifiedpersonsshouldcarryoutworkonthebatteries.Youshouldbeespeciallycarefulwiththebatteriesastheycontainhighly corrosive acid.Theydonotrequireanymaintenancesuchasfillingupwithdistilledwater.

It isforbiddentoopenthebatteries;youonlyneedtochecktheoutsideofthebatteriestomakesuretherearenocracksordeformationsorsignsofoxidizationonthepoles(inthiscase,cleanthepolesandapplyalayeroftherelativelubricant).Youshouldalsomakesuretheconnectorsareproperlyfitted.

IMPORTANT! • Do not use any recharging systems other than the one provided.

• Do not disconnect the batteries’ connections.

• Do not use naked flames and do not smoke, etc, near the batteries.

• Use exclusively insulated tools.

• Do not place any tools on the batteries.

• Do not touch the batteries’ terminals when the battery charger is connected to the mains.

• Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

• In the event of accidental contact with the batteries’ acid, wash with plenty of water and seek medical treatment.

• Recharge the batteries in a preferably well ventilated area.

• In the interest of the environment, dead batteries must be taken to authorized waste disposal sites where they are sent to a consortium for recycling.

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3.4.2. Battery recharging

Howtorechargethebatteries:

• Turntheignitionkey“OFF”.

• lifttheseatonthe“passenger’sside”andremovetherechargingcable.

• Connectthepowercabletoa220Vacsocket.

Themessage“vehiclecharging”willappearonthevehicledisplay.

IMPORTANT! If you have any trouble, unplug the power cable and contact an authorized Assistance Centre.

• Removetheplugfromthesocket,windupthecableandreturnittothecasebehindthe passenger’s seat. N.B. RECONNECT THE PLUG INTO THE SOCKET FOUND UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT (REFER TO THE FIGURE BELOW). THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START WITHOUT THIS CONNECTION.

• Closethecaseunderthepassenger’sseat.

Youcannowputthekeybackintheignitionandstartupthemotor.

IMPORTANT! If you have any trouble, contact an authorized Assistance Centre.

RECHARGING TIME (indicative)

10 HOURS–rechargingto90%(whenbatteryiscompletelyrundown).

The batteries must be recharged in a sufficiently ventilated area.

FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3


THE VEHICLE AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY

Ifthevehicle isnotusedfora longtime,youshouldfullyrechargethebatteriesat leasttwiceamonthtopreventthemfromdeteriorating.

3.4.3. Battery location and connection

ATTENTION! The following action must be carried out by an authorized Assistance Centre.

The8xbatteries,fittedintheircompartment,arein2xlinesof4xbatteriesconnectedinparallelusingtheconnectorsonthe“powerconnectionboard”.

NOTE: Protect the batteries’ connections with copper grease or equivalent and cover the batteries’ poles with their caps.

If for any reason you need to remove the batteries, it is extremely important you consult the connection diagram illustrated below.

N° 2 N° 2N° 1 N° 1N° 4

N° 3

N° 3 N° 3

N° 5 N° 6

- +

-

+

+

-

+

-

-

+

- +- + - +

N° 3

FIGURE 4


4. VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS

4.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS:

• step1170mm

• Maximumlength1750mm

• Maximumwidth1320mm(includingmirrors)

• Maximumheight1630mm

• Weightfortraveling317Kg

1170

1750

200 380

1000

800

905

1320

1630

1000

770

FIGURE 5

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MOTORS and TRANSMISSION:

• 2xbrushlessmotorsintherearwheels.

• Directtransmissionontherearwheels.

• Power2x2.5Kw

• Feed48Vcc.

• Torqueprovided2x45Nm.

• Maximumrotation600rpm.

BRAKES:

• Frontdiskbrakes(Ø170)withhydrauliccalliperandtransmission.

• Reardiskbrakes(Ø258)withhydrauliccalliperandtransmission.

• Mechanical parking brake on the rearwheels.

FRAME and BODYWORK:

• Monocoque;2xsteelmonotraveringsconnectedbylateralbeams

• Rearmonotraveforksinsteelbox.

• shockproofaBsbodywork.

• Capacityofcase180litres.

SUSPENSION and WHEELS:

• Oleopneumaticsuspensionatfrontandback.

• Front wheels: 10 inch aluminiumwheels.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (48 Vcc):

• Two high beams and dipped head-lights.

• Frontsidelampsandindicators.

• Rear side lamps and indicators withincorporatedstoplights.

• Horn.

• Frontwindscreenwashers.

• 8x12Vcc,42ahhermeticallysealedleadacidbatteries,maintenancefree.

• High efficiency electronic MOsFeTspeed regulator with maximum speedand current control and limitationsystem.

• automatic electronic battery chargerincorporatedinthevehicle,withvoltageandcurrentcontrolsystem.

PERFORMANCE:

• Maximumspeed45Km/h.

• autonomy for about 50 km withbatteries fully charged (on averageurbanorsuburbanroads).

• Batteryrechargingtime8-10hours.

• Maximum load capacity 200 Kg (withpassenger).


4.2. MAIN COMPONENTS

FIGURE 6

a)Ignitionkey

B)systemconsole

C)Instrumentpanel

D)Display

e)steeringwheelwithsatellitecontrol

F)Windscreenwashers

g)Rear-viewmirrors

H)Parkingbrake

I) Brakepedal

l) acceleratorpedal

G

D

E

F

I

L

ABC

H


4.3. INSTRUMENT PANEL, MAIN SWITCH, KEYS

FIGURE 7

a)Ignitionkey

B)Windscreenwasherbutton

C)Windscreenwiperbutton

D)Positionlightanddippedheadlighton/offbutton

e)Rightindicator

F)leftindicator

g)Mainbeamindicator

H)Dippedheadlightindicator

I) Positionlightindicator

A

B C D

E

G H I

F


4.4. MULTI-PURPOSE DIGITAL DISPLAY

FIGURE 8

4.4.1. Display’s main functions electric version

a)speedometer(numberandgraphic)

B)Mileometer(totalandpartial)

C) Batterystatusindicator

D)Currentabsorptionindicator(valueinampere)

e) engagedparkingbrakeindicator(red)

F) Batterystatusorbatterypackmalfunctionindicator(red)

g)Vehicle diagnostics indicator. In the event of vehicle malfunction a red light on thedisplayswitchesonwithadescriptionofthetypeoffault.

H) Displaychangebutton:allowsusertopassfrombatterystatuslevelindicatortobatterybackvoltagelevelindicator.

I) Displaychangebutton:allowsusertopassfromgraphicsdisplaytodescriptivedisplayofbatterycurrentandchargelevels.

l) Buttonnotenabled

M)Resetpartialkmbutton

AC

I

L

M

HE

F

GB

D


4.4.2. Malfunction signalling

Ifoneofthetractiondrivesmalfunction,amessageonthedisplay indicatesthetypeoffault.

errormessageswhichcanbedisplayed:

N. DESCRIPTION RESOLUTION

1 accel.pressedatstart-up Makesurethatthepedalwasnotaccidentallypressed.switchoffandrestartwithkey.

2 accel.powertoohigh ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

3 Batterypowertoolow ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

4 Overcurrent ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

5 Hallprobeerror ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

6 Inverterdisabled ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

7 Batterypowertoohigh ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

8 Temp.inverterover85degrees switchoffvehicleandwaitafewminutes.IfthismessagereappearscontactauthorisedTechnicalassistance.

9 Temp.inverterover110degrees switchoffvehicleandwaitafewminutes.IfthismessagereappearscontactauthorisedTechnicalassistance.

10 Batterypowertoolow ContactauthorisedTechnicalassistance

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4.5. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

4.5.1. Right-hand satellite

FIGURE 9

a)Booster(1)andreversegear(2)

1) Booster

agentlepushofthelevertowardsthedriver increasescurrenttotheelectricmotorsandtherebyspeedsupthevehicle.

NOTE: This runs the batteries down more quickly. To be done only when absolutely necessary.

2) Driving forward/reversing

• leverinforwardposition:drivingforward

• leverincentralposition: drivingforward

• leverinbackposition: reversing

NOTE: Moving the lever for reversing also sets off an intermittent horn.

A

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4.5.2. Left-hand satellite

A

B

FIGURE 10

a)Directionindicators

• leverup:forturningright

• leverincentralposition:indicatorsswitchedoff

• leverdown:forturningleft

B)Mainbeamandwinksignal

• gentle pressure on the lever towards the driver turns on the main beam’s winksignal.

• Movingtheleverdownwardsturnsonthemainbeam.

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4.6. FRONT LIGHTS

FIGURE 11

a)Dippedheadlightandpositionlights

B) Mainbeamandpositionlight

C) Directionindicators

A

C

B

C

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4.7. REAR LIGHTS

FIGURE 12

a)Positionlight

B) stoplight

C) Directionindicator

4.8. WINDSCREEN CLEANERS

A

FIGURE 13

a)Windscreenwiper

B) Windscreenwasher

ABC

B


4.9. FUSES

FIGURE 14

a)+48VOUTleft-handinverter

B) gNDOUTleft-handinverter

C) gNDINbatterycharger

D) +48VINbatterycharger

e) gNDOUTright-handinverter

F) +48VOUTright-handinverter

g)Batterypackconnector

H) Right-handinverterfuse(70a)

I) Powerfeedconnector(48V/gND)

l) Powerfeedconnectorfuse(10-15a)

M)Batterychargerfuse(30a)

N) +48VIN“Rangeextender”generator

O)gNDIN“Rangeextender”generator

P) signalinputconnectorforbatterychargecheck

Q)Batterypackconnector

R) left-handinverterfuse(70a)

s)Powerfeedconnectoranddisplaydatacommunications

T)Datacommunicationsto“Rangeextender”moduleconnector

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4 2

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5 1

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4.10. CASE

A

FIGURE 15

a)Case

B) lock

B

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5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

5.1. ADVICE

BeforetakingyourFREE DUCkoutonbusymainroads,youarestronglyadvisedtopracticethecontrols,typeofbraking,acceleration,etc.onquietroads,althoughnotincourtyardswhereyoucouldcompromisethesafetyofchildren,elderlypeopleand,ofcourse,yourownsafety.

ATTENTION! Good running in is essential for the durability of all the moving components and for guaranteeing perfect operation over time.

• The owner is personally responsible for his own FREE DUCk.TheFREE DUCk’svitalfunctionscanwearoutrapidlyevenwhenthevehicleisnotused.anydamage,lossoffluidorlackoftyrepressurecouldseriouslyaffectdriving.Itisthereforeimportanttogivethevehicleathoroughvisualinspectionbeforeusingit.

• Donotputthevehicletoanyuseotherthanthatforwhichitwasintended.

IMPORTANT! If you have to use the vehicle when its reserve indicator lights are on, you are advised to press the accelerator pedal only ¾ down its stroke to limit the motor’s current absorption.


5.1.1. Checks prior to use:

TYRES:pressure,wear,damage.

STEERING:easyfulllockbothways.

FRONT AND REAR BRAKES:correctworkingorderandwear.

ELECTRONIC ACCELERATOR:smoothandgradualmovement.

LIGHTS AND INDICATORS:perfectworkingorder.

POWER FEED:batterycharger,reservelightoff.

NOTE: An inspection takes a few minutes, but remember: safety is essential!

5.1.2. Start-up

• InsertthekeyintheignitionandturnitclockwisetoONposition.

• Waitforabout10secondsforthe“automaticcheckcontrol”.

• Releasetheparkingbrake.

• startupthevehicle,pressingtheacceleratorpedalgently.

NOTE 1: The electric motors switch off automatically if the ignition is ON and the accelerator pedal isn’t pressed within 3 minutes; to switch the motors on again, press the accelerator pedal down to the floor and then fully release it; alternatively, turn the ignition OFF and then ON again.

NOTE 2: A 15-second “automatic check control” takes place after each recharging of the batteries.

ATTENTION! Do not accelerate with the brake pedal pressed. Do not release the accelerator pedal brusquely when slowing down. Use the brake gently when driving on uneven or wet roads.

5.1.3. Stopping

• Releasetheacceleratorpedal(gently)andstoptheFREE DUCkbyapplyingthebrakesandturningtheignitionkeyOFF.

• Pulluptheparkingbrake.


5.2. OPERATING TROUBLE

5.2.1. Failure to start up

• Checkthebatteries’chargeontheinstrumentpanel.

• Checkthefusesonthe“powerconnectionboard”andreplacethemiftheyareburntout.

• Iftroublepersists,contactanauthorizedassistanceCentre.

ATTENTION! One or more batteries may be damaged and, if cracked, leaking acid. Take all necessary precautions before handling the batteries (e.g. gloves, etc.).

5.2.2. Faulty braking system

ContactanauthorizedassistanceCentreifthebrakepedaldoesnotbrakesufficientlywellortakestoolongtobrake.

Inotherevents,check:

• theleveloftheoiltankforthebrakepump.Bleedifnecessary.

• checkthethicknessofthebrakepads.

Iftheparkingbrakeisnotworkingproperly,adjustthecableinthebatterycompartment.

5.2.3. Punctures

Intheeventofapuncture,usetheinstantrepaircylindersuppliedwiththevehicle.Thishoweveronlyoffersatemporarysolution.Whenyougethomeorvisitagarage,replacethetubelesstyre/s.

Replacing the wheel – general rules

Youshouldfollowtheserulesintheinterestofyoursafety:

• Parkthevehicleonfirm,levelground;

• applytheparkingbrake;

• Installtheemergencytriangleaccordingtoregulations;


• Makesurethefrontwheelsarestraightbeforeliftingthevehicle;

• Donotreplacemorethanonewheelatatime;

• Fitwoodenchocksorsimilarinfrontofandbehindthewheeldiagonallyoppositetheonetobereplaced;

• Positionthejackatthepointsindicatedinfig.14;

• Useastablesupportdeviceforthejackifthegroundisfriable;

• Makesuretherearenopeopleoranimalsonthevehiclewhenliftingit;

• Donotlieundertheliftedvehicle;

• TurntheignitionkeyOFFbeforeliftingthevehicle.

FIGURE 16

Jack supporting point for replacing a rear wheel – refer to fig. 17

Jack supporting point for replacing

a front wheel– refer to fig. 21


Replacing a REAR wheel

Followtheinstructionsbelowtoremovethetyrewiththerimfromthedrivewheel:

1. Fit wooden chocks or similar infrontofandbehindthefrontwheeldiagonallyoppositetheonetobereplaced(orpreferablybothfrontwheels), as the handbrake onlybrakestherearwheels;

2. lift the vehicle on the sameside as the tyre to be replaced,inserting the jack at the pointindicated in fig. 15 and makingsurethejackdoesn’tbendwhenlifting;

3. Removethetopofthemudguardtofacilitateremovalofthetyre;

N.B. There is no need to remove the drive wheel from the fork pin to replace the tyre.

4. loosenthe3screwsfoundontheouteredge, the innerpartof thedrive wheel where there is thediscbrake(refertofig.17);

5. loosenall6screws1,withtheprotrudingheadsfoundontheoutersideofthedrivewheel(refertofig.18);

3 SCREWS

TO BE LOOSENED

FIGURE 17

FIGURE 18

3 SCREEWS TO BE LOOSENED

1

1


6. remove the rim (with the tyre)from thedrivewheel and take itto an authorised service Centretohavethetubelesstyrerepairedorreplaced(refertofig.19);

7. insert the rim with the repairedtyre into the drive wheel, whilstpaying attention to the air valvechannel2;

8. tightenallscrews:6ontheouterside+3onthe innersideofthediscbrake.

FIGURE 19

FIGURE 20 2


Replacing a FRONT wheel

Followtheseinstructions:

1. lift the vehicle on the sameside as the tyre to be replaced,inserting the jack at the pointindicated in fig. 21 and makingsurethejackdoesn’tbendwhenlifting;

2. unscrew the 5 hexagon headscrewsandremovetherimwiththetyrefromthehub;

3. take the wheel to an authorisedservicecentretoberepaired.

FIGURE 21


6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

6.1. SUMMARY OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

BRaKesaNDWeaROFTHeBRaKePaDs:aftertheinitial10,000km.

BeaRINgsOFTHeFRONTWHeels:aftertheinitial10,000km.

TYRePRessUReandWeaR:afterevery4,000kmor6months.

6.2. BRAKE OIL

Brakeoilshouldbecheckedevery 30 daysasfollows:

• visual inspectionofthetankindicatorwiththevehicleparkedonlevelground.Theoillevelshouldbeat3 mmabovetheindicator’slowerlimit.

• Theoiltankislocatedunderthevehicle’sfrontshield.Undothecaponthetankandtopupthelevelasandwhennecessary.

Use DOT 4 hydraulic brake oil.

ATTENTION! Hydraulic oil is corrosive and could cause damage and lesions. Do not mix different types of oil. Make sure the seals are perfectly intact.

Replace the oil after every 10,000 km.

Theoilmustbereplacedifitcontainsanydross,detritusorwater,regardlessofdistancecovered.

NOTE: This should be carried out by an authorized Assistance Centre to ensure the vehicle’s good working order and durability.


6.3. PARKING BRAKE

Whenever parking brake efficiency is in question, check and report said uncertainty ifnecessary.

Regulationmustbeperformedviaspecialregisterssetinthereardiscbrakecalipers.

Thisoperationisbestperformedbyexpertpersonnel.

6.4. CLEANING THE VEHICLE

NOTE: The electric traction FREE DUCk features a sophisticated electronic system ensuring high performance and reliability.

Thequadricycle’s componentsare fullywaterproof evenwhen it rainsheavily; howeveryou are strongly advised not to aim jets of water (high pressure water cleaners) at theforkpin,attherear,astheinfiltrationofwatercoulddamagethe“drivewheel”electronicboardsinthesame.

YouarethereforeadvisedtocleantheFREE DUCkwithwaterandneutralliquidsoap.

Rinsethevehicleusingahoseatverylowwaterpressureorsprinklewateroveritgently.

afterwashing,drythevehiclethoroughly.

ATTENTION! It is strictly forbidden to clean the vehicle with solvents, diluents or domestic detergents.


7. SUPPLEMENTARY MAINTENANCE

7.1. FRONT AND REAR BRAKES

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Maintenanceshouldbelimitedtocheckingthelevelofbrakefluidevery10,000 km.alightnessofthebrakepedalcouldindicatethereisairinthehydrauliccircuit;inwhichcasehaveitcheckedand,ifnecessary,bledbyanauthorizedassistanceCentre.

NOTE: The brake pedal should feature a minimum empty stroke (approx 10 mm) before enabling the hydraulic pump. If the pedal’s empty stroke is missing, contact an authorized Assistance Centre immediately.

MECHANICAL SYSTEM (parking brake)

Theparkingbrakeiscommandedbyamechanicalsystemthatactsonthebackcalipersofthevehicle.Incaseofscarcebraking,toeffecttherecordingactingonthespecialscrewspositionedonthebackcalipers.Fortherecording,itisadvisedtocontactthetechnicalstaff.

BRAKE PADS

Checkthebrakepads’conditionevery10,000 kmbyinspectingthecaliper.Thebrakelining’sminimumthicknessshould be no less than 2 mm.Replace thebrakepads immediately if theyaredamagedor their thickness isnear theminimumpermissiblelimit.ThisinspectionshouldbecarriedoutatanauthorizedassistanceCentre.

7.2. FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS

Thefrontshockabsorbersare“nonadjustable”.Therearabsorbersfeaturespringpreloadadjustment.Theshockabsorbersareadjustedbyturningthenutwiththerelativespanner.Turningthenutclockwiseincreasesthespring’spreload(enablesgreaterloadcapacity).

IMPORTANT! Adjust both shock absorbers equally, otherwise you can compromise the vehicle’s stability.

7.3. BEARINGS OF THE FRONT WHEELS

Checktheconditionofthefrontwheels’bearingsevery15,000 km.ThisinspectionshouldbecarriedoutatanauthorizedassistanceCentre.

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