CONTENTS IMPORTANT NOTICE ..................2 Important safety information .................2 To ensure safety ...................2 Features of SHIMANO STEPS ................6 Features ............................6 Riding the bicycle ........................6 Assist mode ..........................7 Names of parts .....................8 Specifications....................9 Method of use ................... 10 INTRODUCTION .........................10 Charging the battery ........................10 About the charger LED lamp ....................15...
To ensure safety User's manuals in other languages are available at : http://si.shimano.com DANGER Handling the battery IMPORTANT NOTICE • Do not deform, modify, disassemble or apply solder directly to the battery. Doing so may cause leakage, overheating, bursting, or ignition of the battery. •...
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Handling the battery WARNING • If any liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes, To ensure safe riding immediately wash the affected area thoroughly with clean water such as tap water without rubbing your eyes, • Do not give too much of your attention to the cycle and seek medical advice immediately.
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Notice CAUTION Using the product safely To ensure safe riding • Be sure to install caps to any connectors which are not • Observe the instructions in the user's manual for the being used. bicycle, in order to ride safely. •...
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Handling the battery Assist • When you carry a power-assisted bicycle in a car, remove • If the settings are not correct, for instance if the chain the battery from the bicycle and place the bicycle on a tension is too tight, the proper assist force may not be stable surface in the car.
Features of SHIMANO STEPS Features • Lightweight, compact design • Silent, smooth ride • High shifting performance system (In the case of electronic gear shifting) This system uses accurate sensors to enable shifting gears by providing the most appropriate level of power assistance carefully adjusted by computer controls.
Assist mode You can select a SHIMANO STEPS assist mode for each particular application. HIGH NORMAL Use when powerful assistance is Use when an intermediate level of Use when you want to enjoy long required, such as when riding up steep assistance is needed, such as when you distance riding on level ground.
Names of parts < In the case of electronic gear shifting > Shifting • SW-E6000 switch • SW-E6010 Motor MU-S705 unit Internal SG-C6060 geared SG-S705 SG-S505 Motor unit Internal geared...
Method of use INTRODUCTION You cannot use the battery immediately after shipment. The battery can be used after charging it with the designated charger. Be sure to charge it before use. The battery can be used when the LED on it lights up. The use of a genuine SHIMANO battery is recommended.
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When charging the battery alone < EC-E6000/BT-E6000/BT-E6001/BT-E6010 > Attach the adapter to the charging plug. Charging plug Plug the charger’s power plug into the outlet. Plug the adapter into the battery’s charging port. Adapter * When inserting the adapter into the charging port, hold the charging plug so it is facing down toward the adapter.
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< EC-E6000/BT-E8010/BT-E8020 > < BT-E8010 > Battery Charging port Connect the battery charger’s power plug to the outlet. Insert the charging plug into the battery's charging port. • Charge the battery on a flat surface indoors. Charging plug < BT-E8020 > Battery Charging plug Charging port...
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< SM-BCE60/BT-E6000/BT-E6001/BT-E6010 > < BT-E6000/BT-E6001 > Attach the charger plug to the charging port of the Battery battery. Insert it with the groove side of the connector facing Charging port * You cannot insert it with the groove side facing Groove down.
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Charging the battery while installed onto the bicycle < EC-E6000/BT-E6000/BT-E6001/BT-E6010/BT-E8010/BT-E8020 > Insert the battery charger power plug into the outlet. Insert the charging plug into the charging port on the battery mount or the battery. <BT-E6000/BT-E6001> <BT-E8020> Charging plug Battery mount Charging port Charging plug Battery...
About the charger LED lamp After charging has started, the LED lamp on the charger lights up. Charger LED lamp Charging (Within 1 hour after the completion of charging) Lit up Charging error Blinking Battery disconnected (1 hour or more after the completion of Turned charging) ...
Battery level indication The current battery level can be checked by pressing the battery's power button. Battery level indicator*1 Battery level 100 - 81% 80 - 61% 60 - 41% 40 - 21% 20 - 1% 0% (When battery is not installed on bicycle) 0% (When battery is installed on bicycle) Power off / Shutdown : Not lit...
Installing / removing the battery Installation of the battery < BT-E6000/BT-E6001 > Set the battery on the holder rail from behind and slide it forward. Push it in firmly. Return the key to the locking position, remove it, and store it in a safe place.
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< BT-E8020 > For the purposes of demonstration, these instructions take as an example a frame design where the battery is removed/installed from below. Insert the battery into the battery mount until there is a Keyhole cap click. • When inserted until a click is heard, the battery is locked automatically.
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Removing the battery The following description may not be applicable as different types of keys are available. < BT-E6000/BT-E6001/BT-E6010/BT-E8010 > < BT-E6000/BT-E6001 > Key cylinder Turn off the power, then insert the key into the key cylinder in the battery holder. •...
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Pull out the battery. < BT-E6000/BT-E6001 > You can remove the battery only when the key is in the unlocking position. Hold the upper part of the battery and slide it to the left < BT-E6010/BT-E8010 > to remove it. NOTICE Hold the battery firmly and be careful that it does not drop when removing or carrying it.
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< BT-E8020 > • For the purposes of demonstration, these instructions take as an example a frame design where the battery is removed/ installed from below. • If using a battery cover manufactured by another company, remove the battery cover before removing the battery. Remove the keyhole cap.
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Remove the key from the key cylinder, close the keyhole cap, and detach the battery. NOTICE • Support the battery with your hand when detaching to make sure that it does not fall out. • Do not attach or detach the battery with the key left inserted into the key cylinder or the keyhole cap left open.
Switching between cycle computer operations and modes For cycle computer screen operations and switching modes, use the buttons on the assist switch and shifting switch on the left and right. < SW-E6000 > < SW-E6010 > • Changing the cycle computer display •...
Installing and removing the cycle computer Slide the cycle computer onto the bracket as shown in the illustration to install it. Insert the cycle computer securely until it clicks into place. Bracket To remove the cycle computer, push the lever of the bracket firmly while sliding out the cycle computer.
Turning the power ON / OFF Automatic power off function If the bicycle has not moved for over 10 minutes, the power will automatically turn off. < SC-E6010 > Turning the power ON and OFF via the cycle computer •...
SHIMANO STEPS logo screen This screen is displayed during system start up and shutdown. This screen is an example of the SC-E6010 in the Light off road setting.
Basic screen display Displays the status of the power assisted bicycle, traveling data. The number of gears and the shifting mode are only displayed when using electronic gear shifting. Current speed < SC-E6000 > Displays the current speed. Battery level indicator Displays the current battery level.
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Battery level indicator You can check the battery level on the cycle computer while riding. < SC-E6000 > < SC-E6010 > Display Battery level Display Battery level 100 - 81% 100% 80 - 61% 60 - 41% 40 - 21% 20 - 1% <...
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Changing the assist mode display < SW-E6000 > Display the current assist mode. Assist Shift If using SW-E6000, press Assist-Y or Assist-Z on the assist switch to switch assist modes. If using SW-E6010, press Assist-X or Assist-Y. Display Details HIGH Assist high NORM Assist normal...
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< Switch to walk assist mode > < SW-E6000 > * The Walk assist mode function may not be able to be Assist Shift used in certain regions. 1. Press Assist-Y to switch the mode to [OFF]. 2. Press Assist-Y once again 2 seconds until [WALK] is 2 Sec.
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• Assist-Y is not operated for over 1 minute, the mode will change to [OFF]. • If the bicycle does not move after the walk assist function turns on, the function automatically stops. To restart the walk assist function, release the assist switch and press and hold down Assist-Y again. •...
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< SC-E6000 > < SC-E6010 > Gear position*7 (displayed only when using electronic gear shifting) Gear position*6 (when setting start mode) Traveling distance Cumulative distance Traveling range*3 *5 Traveling range (optional)*4 Traveling time (optional)*4 Average speed (optional)*4 Maximum speed (optional)*4 *3 When [RANGE] is displayed, the battery level and the walk assist indicator do not appear on the screen.
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Turning the battery-powered light ON or OFF < SC-E6000 > < SW-E6000 > When the battery-powered light is connected, Assist Shift pressing the Assist-A for 2 seconds displays this 2 Sec. information instead of the clock and assist mode. The light turns on and off each time it is displayed.
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Switching gear shifting mode < SW-E6000 > From the basic screen, press Shift-A to switch between Assist Shift automatic and manual gear shifting modes. < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift < SC-E6000 > Automatic Manual < SC-E6010 > Automatic Manual...
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Clearing the traveling distance You can clear the traveling distance in the main screen. If the battery-powered light is connected and configured, clear the traveling distance (DST) according to "Clear" in "About the settings menu". * When using the SC-E6000 this function can only be used when the light is not connected. <...
About the settings menu Launching With the bicycle stopped, pressing both the Assist-X < SW-E6000 > and Assist-Y at the same time for 2 seconds displays Assist Shift the setting screen. 2 Sec. < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift 2 Sec. <...
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Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Assist Shift Pressing the Assist-A displays the setting screen for the item selected. Configurable items Details < SW-E6010 > Clear Clear settings Assist...
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Clear Clear the traveling distance, or reset the display setting to default. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable items Details Return to the setting menu Exit screen Clearing the traveling...
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Clock Configure the clock setting. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to set the hour. < SW-E6000 > Assist Shift Press Assist-X to increase the numbers. Press Assist-Y to decrease the numbers. < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift < SC-E6000 > < SC-E6010 > <...
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Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to set the minutes. < SW-E6000 > Assist Shift < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift < SW-E6000 > Pressing the Assist-A enables the set value and takes you back to the "Setting menu" screen. Assist Shift You can change the numbers quickly by holding down the Assist-X or Assist-Y.
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Start mode Set the start gear when using start mode function. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable items Details No setting 2-speed 3-speed < SW-E6010 > 4-speed Assist Shift...
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Backlight Configure the display backlight setting. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable items Details Always turned on Always turned off Turns on and off in <...
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Brightness < SC-E6010 > The brightness of the backlight can be adjusted as needed. Press Assist-X or Assist-Y to adjust the brightness. < SW-E6000 > • Brightness can be adjusted to one of 5 levels. Assist Shift < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift <...
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Beep The beep sound can be turned on/off. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable Details items Enable beeps Disable beeps < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift <...
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Unit Distance units (km/miles) can be switched. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable Details items Displayed in km mile Displayed in miles < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift <...
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Language Configure the language setting. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable items English Français Deutsch < SW-E6010 > Nederlands Assist Shift Italiano Español < SC-E6000 > <...
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Font color < SC-E6010 > The font color can be changed. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to the < SW-E6000 > item you want to configure. Assist Shift Configurable items White Black < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift Black White...
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Auto Shift timing can be adjusted when in automatic shift mode. Press Assist-X or Assist-Y to adjust the < SW-E6000 > values. Assist Shift • Pressing Assist-X and adjusting the value upward adjusts shift timing to make pedaling easier. • Pressing Assist-Y and adjusting the value downward adjusts shift timing to make pedaling harder.
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Pressing Assist-A enables the adjusted value < SW-E6000 > and takes you back to the "Setting menu". Assist Shift < SW-E6010 > Assist Shift Exit Close the setting menu and returns to the basic screen. Press the Assist-X or Assist-Y to move the cursor to [Exit]. Pressing the Assist-A exits the setting menu and takes you back to the basic screen.
CAUTION Connection and communication with a PC is not possible while charging. • You need SM-PCE1 and SM-JC40 / JC41 to connect SHIMANO STEPS to a PC. • Firmware is subject to change without notice. If necessary, contact the place of purchase.
Troubleshooting Battery LED lamp error indications System errors and similar warnings are indicated by the battery LED lamps through various lighting patterns. Error indication Lighting Indication condition Recovery type pattern *1 Make sure that the cable is not loose or improperly Communication error connected.
Error messages on the cycle computer Warnings This disappears if the error is fixed. < SC-E6000 > < SC-E6010 > Operational restrictions Display Code while warning is Remedy preconditions displayed Contact the place of purchase or bicycle dealer. < SC-E6010 > The chain tension may The assist function is not have been adjusted...
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Operational restrictions Display Code while warning is Remedy preconditions displayed Change the assist switch to the gear shifting switch, or Two or more assist Gear shifting is not connect only one assist switch and turn on the power switches are W030 available for electronic again.
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Display Operational restriction when Code Remedy preconditions an error is being displayed The speed sensor may have been Power assistance is not E014 Contact the place of purchase or bicycle dealer. installed in the provided during riding. wrong position. A communication Check that the cable between the drive unit and error between the Power assistance is not...
Troubleshooting Assist function Symptom Cause / Possibility Remedy Check the battery charge. If the battery is Is the battery sufficiently charged? nearly spent, recharge it. Are you riding on long slopes in summer weather or riding for a long time carrying a Turn off the power, wait for a while and heavy load? then check once more.
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Symptom Cause / Possibility Remedy Are the tires inflated to a sufficient pressure? Use a pump to add air. Set the assist mode to [HIGH]. If you still do Is the assist mode set to [OFF]? not feel that assistance is being given, contact the place of purchase.
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Symptom Cause / Possibility Remedy If the charger is being used continuously to Wait a while before using the charger The charger is warm. charge batteries, it may become warm. again. Check the connection for any foreign Is the recharging plug of the charger objects before reinserting the charging securely inserted into the battery? connector.
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Cycle computer Symptom Cause / Possibility Remedy The amount of battery charge may be Recharge the battery, and then turn the insufficient. power on once more. Hold down the power button to turn on Is the power turned on? the power. The power cannot be turned on while the Is the battery charging? battery is mounted on the bicycle and...
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Other Symptom Cause / Possibility Remedy When pressing the switch, Operation of the switch being pressed has two beeps sound, and the It is not a sign of a malfunction. been disabled. switch cannot be operated. This occurs when a warning or error is displayed on the cycle computer.
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* Key number The number that is attached to the key is needed in case you need to purchase spare keys. Make a note of the number in the following box and keep it in a safe place. Key number One Holland, Irvine, California 92618, U.S.A.
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