Electric Quad Manual
Electric Quad Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR USE WITH THE FOLLOWING PULSE PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS™
• ATV QUAD
05. 19. 17
Table of Contents
Safety and Warnings 2-3
Before You Start 4
Assembly 5-6
Hardware Maintenance 7
Before You Ride 7
Repair and Maintenance 8-12
Troubleshooting 13
Motorbike Components 14
Warranty 15
This manual contains many warnings and cautions concerning the consequences of failing to inspect, maintain or properly use your electric
quad. Since any incident can result in serious injury or even death, we do not repeat the warning of possible serious injury or death each
time such a possibility is mentioned in this manual.
• Approved safety helmet. (Helmet may be legally required by local law or regulation in your area.)
• Elbow pads and knees pads
• Long sleeved shirt, long pants
• Gloves
• Lace up shoes with rubber soles, never ride barefooted or in sandals, and insure that shoelaces are tied and kept out of the way of the
wheels and drive system.
This manual contains extremely important safety information. It is your responsibility to completely review this information and make sure that
all riders understand all warnings, cautions, instructions and safety topics and assure that all riders are able to safely and responsibly use this
motorbike. Pulse Performance Products™ advises that you periodically review and reinforce all information in this manual with all riders, and
that you inspect and maintain your motorbike to insure their safety.
parent’s decision to allow their child to use this motorbike should be based on the child’s maturity, skill and their ability to follow rules.
Do not touch the motor or brakes on the quad when in use or directly after use as these parts can become extremely hot.
Keep this quad away from small children and remember that it is intended for use only by persons who are, at a minimum, completely
competent and comfortable while operating this product.
Always ride defensively. Watch out for obstacles that could catch your wheel or force you to turn suddenly or lose control. Be careful to avoid
pedestrians, other wheeled products (such as skaters, skateboards, scooters, bikes, etc.), children or animals who may enter your path.
Always respect the rights and property of others.
Do not activate the throttle on the hand grip unless you are on the quad and in a safe, outdoor environment that is suitable for riding.
Do not attempt or perform stunts or tricks on this electric quad. This product is not made to withstand abuse from jumping, curb grinding
or any other type of misuse or stunts.
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Safety and Warnings
To reduce the risk of injury, adult supervision is required. Never use in roadways, near motor vehicles, on or near steep inclines or steps,
swimming pools, or other bodies of water.
Maintain a hold with both hands on the handlebars at all times.
Never allow more than one person at a time to ride the quad.
Never immerse the quad in water; electrical and drive components could be damaged by water or create other possible unsafe
conditions.
originally supplied by the manufacturer are in proper place and in serviceable condition.
That any and all axle guards, chain guards, or other covers or guards supplied by the manufacturer are in place and in serviceable condition.
Persons with the following conditions shall be cautioned not to operate: Those with heart conditions, pregnant women, persons with head,
back, or neck ailments, or prior surgeries to those areas of the body. Persons with any mental or physical conditions that may make them
susceptible to injury or impair their physical dexterity or mental capabilities to recognize, understand, and perform all of the safety instructions
and to be able to assume the hazards inherent in unit use.
Before each ride the following checks will need to be performed to the electric quad:
• Components shall be maintained and repaired in accordance with the manufacturers authorized replacement parts with installation
performed by dealers or other skilled individuals.
Disconnect the battery charger and unplug from quad when not in use.
Always disconnect the battery charger from the quad prior to wiping down and cleaning with any liquid.
FAILURE TO HEED TO THE WARNINGS LISTED ABOVE INCREASES RISK OF POTENTIAL SERIOUS INJURY. USE THE
APPROPRIATE CAUTION WHEN RIDING AND ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GEAR.
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Before You Start
WARNING: Remove all packing and items from the display box. Make sure that the power switch is turned “OFF”
before assembling the quad.
Throttle
On/Off switch
Charging port
Battery charger
(included)
Required Tools
Phillips screwdriver
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Assembly
Handlebar Assembly
Tools required: 5mm hex wrench, 10mm wrench
E
A
F
B
D
1. Align handlebars vertically and horizontally 2. Tighten bolts evenly and securely with a 3. Check to ensure handlebars are tight by
onto clamps (A&B). Install the 4 clamp bolts 5mm hex wrench (E) and 10mm wrench (F). applying pressure before riding, handlebars
(C) and lock nuts (D) and hand tighten. should not move backwards or forwards.
NOTE : The gap between the clamps (A&B) should be the same on both sides of the handlebar.
INFLATION
air pressure maybe lost between the manufacture date and your
purchase date. tires to the recommended PSI called out on the tires. Replace the
valve caps.
Using a hand pump with a Schrader-type valve and pressure gauge
ENSURE ALL TIRES ARE AT THE CORRECT PSI
not recommended to use pressurized system similar to the ones found BEFORE RIDING THE QUAD.
have much higher air capacity volumes.
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Assembly
Charging the Battery
WARNING: Battery must be fully charged before you ride your electric quad.
Required components: battery charger
1. Make sure power switch is in the OFF 2. Plug the battery charger into a wall power
position before plugging in the charger. Insert outlet. The light on the charger housing
charger into charging port (A) on the right should illuminate. Red LED light indicates
side of the battery box. battery is charging and a green LED light
indicates battery is fully charged.
WARNING:
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC instruction for Battery charger: there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
to operate the equipment. equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. --Increase the
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC separation between the equipment and receiver.
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This that to which the receiver is connected.
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, help.
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
WARNING:
instructions may damage your product and void your warranty.
Note: Do not store the battery in temperatures above 70˚F (21˚C) or below 32˚F (0˚C).
Note: The charger has a small window with one LED light that indicates the charge status. Refer to the illustration on the charger unit for
the actual “charging” and “charged” status indication. Your charger may get warm during use; this is normal and is no cause for concern.
Note: Batteries must be recharged at least once a month even when the quad is not in use. Failure to do so may result in batteries
that will no longer accept a charge.
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Hardware Maintenance
Brake
Check the brakes for proper function. When you squeeze the lever, the brake should provide positive braking action. When you apply the brake with
the throttle engaged, the brake cut off switch should stop the motor. Make sure that the brakes are not rubbing when the lever is not being applied.
Tires
Periodically inspect the wheels for excess wear.
Safety Gear
Always wear proper protective gear such as an approved safety helmet. Elbow pads and knee pads are recommended. Always wear athletic
shoes (lace up shoes with rubber soles), never ride barefooted or in sandals, and keep shoelaces tied and out of the way of the wheels, motor
and drive system.
Battery
Make sure the power switch is turned off whenever the quad is not in use. Never store the product in freezing or below freezing
temperatures! Freezing will permanently damage the battery.
Safety Gear
Always wear proper protective gear such as:
• Approved safety helmet. (Helmet may be legally required by local law or regulation in your area.)
• Elbow pads and knees pads
• Long sleeved shirt, long pants
• Gloves
• Lace up shoes with rubber soles.
Brake
Check the brakes for proper function. When lever is squeezed it should slow/stop the rear wheel without excessive effort. When you apply the
brake with the throttle on, the brake cut off switch should stop the motor. Make sure that the brakes are not rubbing when the lever is not being
squeezed. Do not ride the quad if the brakes are not functioning properly; refer to page 8 for proper brake adjustment.
Throttle
Make sure that before throttle is twisted that you are in an open and safe area to ride, you are balanced on the quad and have both hands
on the handlebar controls.
Tires
Inspect the wheels for excess wear and replace if necessary.
Battery
Always make sure the power switch is in the “off” position whenever the quad is not in use. Never store the product in freezing or below
freezing temperatures. These low temperatures will permanently damage the battery.
WARNING: Always ensure that you are in a safe open area to ride before you engage the throttle. Never twist the throttle without
being on the quad in a balanced, ready to ride position with both hands on the handlebar controls.
Failure to follow these instructions may damage your quad and void your warranty.
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Repair and Maintenance
WARNING: Turn the power switch “OFF” before conducting any maintenance procedures.
Loosen
Tighten
1. To adjust the brake cable, turn the 2. If the brake cable is still either too tight or 3. If the brake cable is adjusted correctly
adjuster barrel on the brake lever clockwise too loose, use a 10mm wrench to loosen the but there is brake rub (brake contacts rotor
(loosen) or counter clockwise (tighten). brake cable pinch bolt for further adjustment even when brake lever is not engaged) you
Only turn the barrel in small increments on the cable. Ensure that the 10mm nut is can adjust the centering of the brake caliper
until the desired adjustment is reached. If securely tightened after the adjustment is on the rotor by turning the brake adjustment
brake continues to need further adjustment made. knobs clockwise (away from wheel) or counter
proceed to the next step. clockwise (towards wheel). Rotate rear
wheels by hand while adjusting knob until
wheels spins freely.
WARNING: The brake could be capable of locking up and skidding the rear wheels if not applied correctly.
Always try to avoid skidding as this could cause you to lose control of the quad and will cause damage to
the rear tires. Practice using the brake in an unobstructed open area to become familiar with its function to make
smooth controlled stops.
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Repair and Maintenance
WARNING: Turn the power switch “OFF” before conducting any maintenance procedures.
1. Remove the rear right side axle bolt 2. Remove the thru axle bolt on the inside of 3. Uncrew the 3 chain guard screws with a
hardware with a 6mm hex wrench. the wheel with a 5mm hex wrench and 10mm Philips head screwdriver and remove the
wrench. chain guard cover.
4. Locate and remove the master link clip (A) 5. Install new chain around the gears and 6. Reinstall the chain cover and secure it using
and slide out the master link from the chain. reinstall the master link. Secure the link with the 3 screws and a Philips head screwdriver.
Remove the entire chain. the master link clip (A). Do not overtighten the screws.
7. Reinstall the axle thru bolt and tighten 8. Install the axle bolt hardware with a 6mm
securely with a 5mm hex wrench and 10mm hex wrench. Tighten securely.
wrench.
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Repair and Maintenance
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE. Do not bypass the blade fuse. Replace only with manufacturer replacement parts.
THIS MOTORBIKE CONTAINS SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERIES WHICH MUST BE RECYCLED IN
ACCORDANCE TO YOUR LOCAL AND STATE LAWS. PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND
THE FOLLOWING DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Disposal: This product contains sealed lead acid batteries which must be disposed or recycled in an environmentally safe manner. Do not
exhausted batteries to a state or federal approved lead acid battery recycler or check with your local retailer of vehicle batteries.
WARNING: Make sure to wash your hands after handling batteries as they contain lead compounds.
WARNING: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Do not store the battery in temperatures above 70°F (21°C) or below 32°F (0°C).
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Repair and Maintenance
Battery Charger
Only use the supplied battery charger. If battery charger is damaged discontinue use immediately and replace with a Pulse Performance
Products™ electric quad recommended battery charger.
Wheels
Wheels and drive system components are subject to normal wear and tear. It is the responsibility of the user to regularly inspect wheels for
excess wear and adjust and replace drive train components as required.
Replacement Parts
Most of the common replacement parts are available for purchase on line at www.pulsescooters.com.
Repair Help
• Check online at www.pulsescooters.com.
• Call (866) 434-6067 to speak with a customer service representative
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Quad will not run. Battery is not charged. Fully charge the battery. First charge should be 14 hours and up to
10 hours for recharges.
Wires or connectors are Check to ensure that charger is tightly plugged into both the wall
loose or unplugged. and the quad.
Quad run time is short. Battery requires charging. Fully charge the battery. First charge should be 14 hours and up to
10 hours for recharges.
Check to ensure that battery charger is tightly plugged into both the
wall and the quad.
Brakes are not correctly Refer to the instructions on adjusting the brakes on page 8.
adjusted.
Quad suddenly stops Automatic overload cutoff. An excessive overload (steep incline or too heavy of a rider) may
working. have caused the controller to automatically cut off power. If this
occurs, turn the ATV off and wait 15 seconds before turing back on.
Blown fuse. An excessive overload (steep incline or too heavy of a rider) may
have caused the motor to overheat and blown the fuse. If fuse
replacement is necessary, contact customer service for support.
Check all wires and connectors to make sure they are connected
and tight.
Quad runs sluggishly. Brakes are not correctly Refer to the instructions on adjusting the brakes on page 8.
adjusted.
Quad is overloaded. Make sure you do not overload the quad by exceeding the 120
lbs. (54kg.) maximum weight limit, going up steep inclines or towing
objects behind the quad. Avoid overloading the quad as
this will prematurely wear out the batteries and componentry.
Unsuitable riding
conditions. level ground.
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Electric Quad Components
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Warranty
Pulse Performance Products™ Limited Warranty
The manufacturer warranties this product to be free of manufacturing defects for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This Limited
Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, tires, cables, or any damage, failure or loss caused by improper assembly, maintenance,
storage or use of this Pulse Performance Products™ electric quad. This warranty is limited to the replacement of defective parts only.
• used as a rental
The manufacturer is not liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage due directly or indirectly to the use of this product.
Pulse Performance Products™ does not offer an extended warranty. If you have purchased an extended warranty, it must be honored by the
store at which the quad was purchased from.
For your records, keep your original sales receipt with this manual.
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