Upgraded and Simplified Console for Falco's US Customers

The console has been upgraded and simplified as follows:

1. Internal Battery Charge Indication: The bars on the top left hand side show charge of the internal battery at ZERO speed. Six bars indicate full charge. When charge is less than full and the console is hooked upto a USB charger, the bars will increment and decrement indicating that the cell inside is being charged.
2. ODO is shown at all times. Clock has been permanently removed.
3. MPH is permanently set for the US models.
4. Upper segments show battery voltage when console is paired with a motor.
5. SLEEP time has been increased from 20 seconds to 300 seconds.
6. BACKLIGHT time at ZERO speed has been increased from 20 seconds to 300 seconds.
7. HRT function for pairing a heart rate monitor has been eliminated from the console for US models.
8. Charging the Console: Please charge the console when not in use either using your computer USB port or any other USB charger.
9. Storing the Console: While storing the console, please be sure to TURN OFF the console from the back of the console.

Quick Start Guide for Falco eBike Drive System (Bottle Battery Configuration

Quick Start Guide for Installing a Falco eBike Drive System (For Bottle Battery Configuration) PDF

Step 1: Flip the bicycle upside down and install the small torque arm as shown below using an M6 bolt. 

Flip the bike and install the torque arm.

Step 2: Before sliding the wheel into the frame, make sure that the rear derailleur is in the lowest gear. Pull back the idler/shifter and slide the spoked Falco wheel into the frame as shown below. Red mark on the axle on the drive side should be pointed to the back of the bicycle.

Before sliding the wheel into the frame, make sure that the rear derailleur is in the lowest gear. Pull back the idler/shifter and slide the spoked Falco wheel into the frame as shown below. Red mark on the axle on the drive side should be pointed to the back of the bicycle.

Step 3: Tighten the wheel into the frame as shown below. Recommended torque for the M12 hex nut is in the range of 30 to 45Nm. Please refer to your frame manufacturer’s recommendation to make sure that the frame care guidelines are followed.

Follow the specific torque tightening requirements.

Caution: The axle flats are machined to 10mm to allow for a tight fit into the drop-outs. Caution should be taken to ensure that the drop-out is deep enough (> 14mm) to accommodate the Falco wheel securely and properly.

Caution: M12 hex nut should be tightened from 30 to 45Nm. Be sure to follow your bike manufacturer’s frame care guidelines.

Caution: M6 and M5 bolts should be tightened to 3 and 6 Nm respectively.

Step 4: Install the battery as shown below. Install the holder and thereafter insert the battery and lock it.

Caution:

M5 bolts should be tightened between 3 to 6 Nm. Please be sure to follow the bicycle manufacturer’s frame care guidelines.

Step 5: Install the Console and the PLUS-MINU button as shown below.

Step 6: Install the throttle as shown below. Procedure is similar for the thumb throttle.

Step 7: Route the wires (this step does require some planning and thoughtfulness)

Caution:

While using zip ties, make sure the zip ties are not too tight as they can dig into the cables and damage the cables.

The optimum position of the wireless module and connectors is shown above. Some models have longer cables for the wireless module. In that case wireless module should be re-positioned.

Step 8: Make the connections. Make sure battery is OFF before making the connections.

Caution:

While using a NON-FALCO battery, caution must be taken not to reverse the connection to the motor. A reverse polarity will damage the motor controller permanently and will void the warranty.

Step 9: Adjust the torque sensor parameters.

We strongly recommend that the torque sensor be calibrated and adjusted for your frame before your first ride. Use the Falco Interface and Falco USB stick to connect to the motor wirelessly through your PC or a windows laptop (Currently Mac version is under development). Also, be sure to understand how does the Falco torque sensor work by reading this document.

Additional Resources: 

1. Falco You Tube channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/falcoemotors
2. Falco Site – http://www.falcoemotors.com/
3. Call us toll free (US and Canada): +1 877 278 6323
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