5.3.1 Switching the drive system on and off
Only switch on the drive system if you are sitting on the
flatbed. To switch on the on-board computer, briefly
press the on/off button (5). The on-board computer can
also be switched on when it is not inserted in the holder
(if the internal battery is sufficiently charged).
To switch off the on-board computer, press the on/off
button (5). The system shuts down after being switched
off; this takes approximately three seconds. It cannot be
switched back on until shut-down has been completed.
If the Carqon doesn't move for about 10 minutes and no button is pressed on the on-board computer,
the Carqon system switches off automatically in order to save energy.
The extent of the assistance will be automatically set depending on:
Note: Always switch off the system when you park the flatbed.
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Selected level of assistance.
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Pedalling force.
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Load and speed.
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Terrain.
The electrical drive will assist you when pedalling up to a speed of 25 km/h or 15.5 mph. If you reach a higher
speed than 25 km/h or 15.5 mph, the electrical drive will automatically switch off. If the speed falls below
25 km/h or 15.5 mph, the electrical drive will once again automatically switch on. If the on-board computer is not
inserted in the holder, it automatically switches off after 1 minute to save energy if no button is pressed. If you are
not going to use your Carqon for several weeks, remove the on-board computer from its holder. Store the
on-board computer in a dry environment at room temperature. Recharge the onboard computer's battery
on the flatbed.
5.3.2 Setting the assistance level
On the operating unit (9), you can set the level of assistance you want while pedalling. The assistance level
can be changed at any time, also while cycling. The following assistance levels are available as a maximum:
OFF: Motor assistance is switched off. The Carqon can just be moved by pedalling, as with a normal
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bicycle. The walk assistance cannot be activated at this assistance level.
ECO: Light assistance with maximum efficiency, for maximum range.
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TOUR: Steady assistance, with a long range for touring.
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SPORT: Powerful assistance for cycling in urban areas.
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TURBO: Maximum assistance for maximum speed or when driving uphill
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To increase the assistance level, press the + button (12) on the operating unit repeatedly until the required
assistance level appears on indicator (b). To decrease the assistance level, press the – button (11).
The requested motor output is displayed in the indicator (a). The maximum motor output depends on the
selected assistance level. When the on-board computer is removed from the holder (4), the assistance level
that was last displayed is saved; the motor output indicator (a) remains empty.
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