Zap DX Operations And Features, Charging, Speed Selection, Throttle Switch, Main Power Switch

(SEE PAGE 10-11 FOR COMPLETE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS).

OPERATIONS AND FEATURES CHARGING

Speed Selection

Your ZAP Power System is equipped with a 2-speed controller. This controller has speeds of Low (10 mph maximum) and High (18 mph maximum). You must pedal to start. Your actual speed depends on a number of variables such as how much you pedal, rider weight, tire pressure, incline angle, wind resistance, etc.(see page 13). The low speed is used for slow acceleration and is the most efficient of the speeds (i.e. it uses less energy for distance traveled). The high speed is used for quick accel- eration and higher speed cruising.

Throttle Switch

For safety, the Throttle Switch is a spring loaded, two-speed selector switch. When released, it will return to the off position. When the switch is pushed away from the rider, it activates the low speed. When the switch is pulled toward the rider, it acti- vates the high speed. It is recommended that the switch be mounted in such a way that it can be activated with the index fin- ger of the left hand. We have found this to be the most com- fortable position.

Main Power Switch

The main power switch is a black button located on the left side of the battery tray. Power to the system can be turned either on or off by pushing the button until it clicks.

Cam Lever

The Cam Lever on your ZAP Motor Unit can either be in the up (disengaged) or down (engaged) position. Your ZAP Power System will operate with the lever in the engaged position. The Cam Lever in the disengaged position is used for full time non- electric assist (pedaling only).

Circuit Breaker

Your ZAP Power System is equipped with an automatically resetting circuit breaker. If you are drawing more than 60 amps of current, it will momentarily shut off. The circuit breaker will reset in a few seconds. The system will continue to shut down until the current draw is less than 60 amps. If your system shuts off you should move the Throttle Switch to the low position. The circuit breaker is necessary to protect your motors from damage.

Efficiency

The ZAP Power System is an accessory to, not a replacement for, your human power. The rider needs to always pedal to oper- ate the ZAP Power System. The efficiency of the system is greatly controlled by the rider. When the rider pedals more, the efficiency of the system is dramatically increased. It takes four times as much energy to accelerate from a dead stop in high speed than low speed. The rider must always pedal to start and use the Throttle Switch in the low position and move to the high speed as needed. It may be possible to pedal, then start out in the high position, but this will greatly reduce the range and may trip the circuit breaker. (see page 13).

Safety

You are adding weight to your bicycle when you install a ZAP Power System. This will change the riding and handling char- acteristics of your bicycle. The rider should always be capable of riding the bicycle with the system installed, but not activated.

The brakes should be capable of stopping the bike even with the power on at any speed. The rider must obey all local traffic laws.

Charge the battery immediately after use in order to maximize battery life. There are two ways to charge your battery. The ZAP battery charger connects to the Battery Power Connector locat- ed on top of the battery, or the Auxiliary Power Jack located near the battery tray. Using any other charger will damage the battery.

To Connect Charger:

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CHARGE AFTER EVERY USE!

1.First connect the charger power connector to either the Battery Power Connector or Auxiliary Power Jack.

2.Then, plug the ZAP charger into a standard 110 VAC wall socket. NOTE: You can remove the battery and charge away from the bicycle.

3.Please observe all safety warnings described on pages 10-11.

To Disconnect Charger:

1.First, unplug the ZAP charger from the 110 VAC wall socket.

2.Then, disconnect the Charger Power Connector from the Battery Power Connector.

The 17 amp/hr battery will take at most three hours to fully recharge. The light will flash between YELLOW and GREEN. When fully charged, the GREEN indicator light is lit most of the time (6 seconds or more).

Regeneration

The ZAP Power System 2-speed system offers a regeneration feature. This allows you to recharge your battery, by pedaling or coasting, when wheel speed is greater than 11 mph with the throttle switch on in low. The regeneration feature is most use- ful when descending hills. The regeneration feature will provide up to 40 amps of current to your battery depending on your speed.

In order to regenerate while riding, follow the steps below:

1.Place the cam lever in the down position (Cam engaged).

2.Keep the Throttle Switch to the low speed

3.Keep the wheel speed above 11 mph.

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