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BATTERY
HIKO bikes come standard with a 13Ah Samsung Li-Ion Battery with a built in Battery Management
system (BMS). The BMS is important component as it allows the charger to charge the Samsung Cells
evenly which will maximise the life expectancy and storage power of the battery.
HIKO bikes can be upgraded with either a 15.4Ah Samsung BMS equipped, or 17Ah Panasonic BMS
equipped batteries. Your standard charger for the 13Ah battery can charge the two larger batteries.
Contact your dealer to purchase a larger battery.
BATTERY CHARGING
IMPORTANT: Use a Surge Protector with your battery charger to protect against spikes in household
voltage.
Charging time: 3 -6 hours for 100% Charge
Your Battery has and battery level indicator with 4 LED light showing the charge state. Press the
Button on top of the Battery to check battery level.
Only charge the battery in temperatures between 10 –30 deg C, in a dry and safe place. Do not
cover the battery during charging. If the battery is extremely cold, warm the battery in a warm
ambient room for a few hours before charging it.
To charge your battery follow these steps:
1. Plug the Chargers 3 pin plug into the Wall Socket / Surge Protector (which is OFF)
2. Plug the battery into the Charger.
3. Then Turn ON the Wall Socket/ Surge Protector to turn ON the Charger.
4. The Charger will show LED lights: RED –Battery is being Charged. Green the battery is
charged.
5. Once charged, turn OFF or unplug the Charger from the Wall Socket. The battery can remain
plugged into the Charger if the Charger is turned OFF or unplugged from the Wall Socket.
Do not leave the Charger ON connected to the battery for more than 24hrs. Always turn off the
Charger at the Wall Socket when the battery has completed charging.
Duration of 13Ah battery while riding can range from 40km to 80km depending on assist level
selected, rider input, and road conditions.
Never leave your battery fully discharged after a large ride. Charge the battery as soon as possible
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