Battery information
The battery that comes with your Skwad is a state-of-the-art, lithium-ion battery that’s de-
signed to give you years of power with proper care and use. Follow the recommendations
here for the best possible performance.
• The battery should be fully recharged after each use. That way, you’ll get the maximum
range on your next ride and reduce the chance that you’ll over-discharge the battery,
which can reduce its lifespan. There is no memory effect on this type of battery, so
charging after short rides will not cause damage.
• Charging the battery after a ride generally takes 3 to 7 hours (see “Estimated charging
time” on page 11). In rare cases, charging may take longer to allow the battery manage-
ment system to balance the battery, particularly when the bike is new, after long periods
of storage, or if the battery has been completely depleted.
• Do not operate the bike with the key in the keyport. Not only do you risk injuring your leg,
but damage to the electrical system can occur.
DANGER: Never open the battery housing, which will void the warranty and can
result in battery damage. It can also expose you to caustic substances and electri-
cal shock or it could create a re hazard, which can lead to serious injury or death.
WARNING: Using aftermarket battery accessories or products that have not been
tested by Haro Bikes for safety and compatibility may void your warranty, create
an unsafe riding condition, result in bike/property damage, or cause serious injury
or death. If you use products not tested and recommended by Haro Bikes, you do
so at your own risk.
WARNING: Never immerse or submerge the battery (including the battery mount)
in water or liquid, which can cause damage, serious injury, or death.
WARNING: Using a damaged battery or charger can create additional bike
damage or a re hazard. Stop using your battery and charger and contact Haro
Bikes immediately if any of the following occur: (1) Your charger’s exible power
cord or output cable or any of the electrical cables on your bike is frayed, has
broken insulation, or any other signs of damage, (2) Your battery or charger is
physically damaged, non-functional, or performing abnormally, (3) Your battery or
charger experienced a signicant impact from a fall, crash, or shipping damage,
with or without obvious signs of damage, or (4) Your charger becomes too hot to
touch (it’s designed to get warm with normal use), makes an unusual smell, or
shows other signs of overheating. Store any damaged battery or charger in a safe
location and, as soon as possible, recycle or otherwise dispose of it according to
local rules. Contact Haro Bikes Product Services if you have any questions or to
purchase a compatible replacement battery or charger.
NOTICE: Always follow any safety information attached to the battery or charger. A sample
label for the battery that shipped with your bike is shown on page 9, although some details
may differ by manufacturing location.
NOTICE: Failure to follow the battery-charging best practices outlined here and in the
following sections could result in unnecessary wear to the charging components, battery,
and/or charger, and could lead to an underperforming or non-functional battery. Batteries
damaged due to improper care will not be replaced under warranty.
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