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Bosch Intuvia 100 (BHU3200) Manual

Introduction

About Warnings
This manual contains many DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION indicators concerning the consequences of failure to use, assemble, maintain, store, inspect and dispose of a Bosch-equipped eBike in a safe manner.

  • The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
  • The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
  • The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

General Warnings
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in death or serious injury. Save all safety warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term eBike battery used in these operating instructions refers to all original Bosch eBike batteries from the system generation the smart system.

  • Read ALL accompanying manuals before riding the bike for the first time. Your Bosch Drive System comes with additional manuals and documents provided by the manufacturer of the bicycle and other components. Failure to read and understand safety information can result in death or serious injury.

  • This manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Read it before you take the first ride on your new bicycle, and keep it for reference. The manual can also be found online at www.bosch-ebike.com.
  • This manual is intended to be read together with the separate user manual provided with your bicycle. Be sure to read all provided documents including labels on the product before your first ride.
  • Take responsibility for your own SAFETY. If you have any questions or do not understand something, consult with your dealer or the bicycle or component manufacturer.
  • Some eBike accessories may present a choking hazard to small children. Keep these accessories away from children.

  • The Bosch Drive System adds weight to your bicycle which you may not be used to lift. Avoid injury, use proper lifting techniques.

Using your Manual
In addition to the functions outlined here, changes to software relating to troubleshooting and functional modifications may be introduced at any time.

Graphics
The bicycle shown in this manual may differ slightly from your bicycle, but will be similar enough to help you understand our instructions.
RIGHT-HAND and LEFT-HAND sides are determined by facing in the direction the bicycle will travel when going forward. When you see a broken line (------), the item referred to is hidden from view.

Operating your Bosch On-board Computer

Product Description and Specifications
Product Features Intuvia 100

Product Description and Specifications

  1. Bluetooth® button
  2. Battery compartment cover
  3. Locking screw support
  4. On-board computer contact
  5. Reset button
  6. Locking screw for on-board computer
  7. Holder for on-board computer
  8. On-board computer cradle
  9. On-board computer
  10. Battery compartment
  11. Holder fastening screw
  12. Slotted screwdrivera)
  13. Non-rechargeable battery (coin cell type CR2450)
  14. Rubber seal
    1. Not included in the scope of delivery

Display Elements of On-Board Computer

  1. Charge indicator of the eBike battery
  2. Bike light indicator
  3. Riding mode indicator
  4. Drive unit assistance indicator
  5. Unit indicator
  6. Text indicator
  7. Navigation bar
  8. Value indicator
  9. Speedometer

Intended Use
The Intuvia 100 on-board computer is designed to display cycling data on an eBike from the system generation the smart system.
So as to be able to use the full functionality of the eBike and the Intuvia 100 on-board computer, a compatible smartphone with the eBike Flow app is required.
Depending on the operating system of the smartphone, the eBike Flow app can be downloaded free of charge from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
www.apple.com
play.google.com
Scan the code with your smartphone to download the eBike Flow app.

Technical Data

On-board computer Intuvia 100
Product code BHU3200
Operating temperature A °F 23 to 104
Batteries 3 V, 1 × CR2450
Storage temperature °F 50 to 104
Protection rating IP55
Weight, approx. lb 0.14
Bluetooth® Low Energy 5.0
  • Frequency
MHz 2400–2480
  • Transmission power
mW ≤ 1
  1. Temperatures outside of this range may cause faults in the display.

Assembly
Inserting and Removing the On-Board Computer
Inserting and Removing the On-Board Computer
To insert the (9) on-board computer, insert the lugs of the battery compartment (10) into the cradle (8) of the holder, and gently press down on the on-board computer. To lock, turn the on-board computer clockwise until it engages.
To remove the on-board computer (9), turn it counterclockwise and remove the on-board computer from the cradle (8).

  • When you park up the eBike, remove the on board computer.

Inserting the Locking Screw
Inserting the Locking Screw
The on-board computer can be secured in place to prevent it from being removed from the holder. The on-board computer must be in the holder for this.
Undo the fastening screw (11) of the clamp with a hex key until the holder (7) can be moved. Turn the holder (7) until the bottom side of the on-board computer is accessible. Insert the locking screw (6) and bolt it with the on-board computer. Align the holder (7) correctly with the on-board computer and tighten the fastening screw (11) again with a hex key. Note: The locking screw is not designed to prevent theft.

Operation

  • Prior to initial start-up, remove the protective film from the display to guarantee that the onboard computer is fully functional. If the protective film remains on the display, this can impact the functionality/performance of the on-board computer.

Connection of the on-board computer to the eBike (pairing)
Your on-board computer is generally already connected with the eBike. If this is not the case, proceed as follows:

  • Install thee Bike Flow app.
  • ActivateBluetooth® on your smartphone and open the eBike Flow app.
  • In thee Bike Flow app, select <Settings><My eBike><eBike pass><Components><Add new device>. Then select <Intuvia 100>.
  • Briefly press theBluetooth® (1) button, until <Pairing Mode?> is shown on the display.
  • The device identification is shown on the on-board computer.
  • Select the required device with the same identification in theeBike Flow app.

You can find further information at the following link: www.bosch-ebike.com/help-center.

The on-board computer can be updated using the Intuvia 100 Update app.
In the eBike Flow app under <My eBike><eBike pass><Components><Intuvia 100>, you can see which on-board computer software version is currently being used. In the same menu item, you can find the link to the Intuvia 100 Update app.
Depending on the smartphone's operating system, the Intuvia 100 Update app can be downloaded free of charge from the Apple App Store or from the Google Play Store.
Scan the code with your smartphone for further information about the Intuvia 100 Update app, and to access the link to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Switching the On-board computer On/Off
Switch on the eBike.
To switch on the on-board computer, it must first be inserted in the holder. The on-board computer contact (4) is automatically pressed. Switch on the operating unit and slowly move the eBike.
The following options are available for switching off the on-board computer:

  • Press the on/off button on the operating unit to switch off the eBike.
    The on-board computer is also switched off.
  • Remove the on-board computer from its holder. The on-board computer switches off automatically after 60 s.

Power supply of the On-board Computer
The on-board computer is provided with energy by the CR2450 button/coin cell.

Changing the coin cell
Changing the coin cell
If the coin cell of the on-board computer is almost empty, you will be shown a corresponding message on the on-board computer. Open the battery compartment cover (2) with a slotted screwdriver (12), remove the used coin cell and insert a new coin cell of type CR2450. You can obtain the coin cells recommended by Bosch from your bicycle retailer.
When inserting the coin cell, ensure that the coin cell is inserted with the label facing upward and that the rubber seal (14) is positioned correctly.
Seal the battery compartment and slide the on-board computer onto the holder.

Battery charge indicator of the eBike battery
The on-board computer shows the state of charge of the eBike battery in percent. A notification is displayed once when the state of charge falls below 30%, and again when it falls below 10%. The notification can be acknowledged, otherwise it goes away automatically after 5 s.

Operation
The Bluetooth® button (1) has various functions. If the on-board computer was connected with an operating unit and has been removed from the holder, the displays can be switched within 60 s. To do so, briefly press the Bluetooth® button (1). The on-board computer is then placed into stand-by mode.
Note: If you are not going to be using your eBike for several months, remove the on-board computer from its holder and set the on-board computer to storage mode. To do this, press the Bluetooth® button (1) until <Storage Mode?> appears.
To deactivate storage mode, switch the eBike on and press the Bluetooth® (1) button for 3 seconds. The display shows confirmation that the eBike is connected to the on-board computer.
The reset button (5) serves to reset the on-board computer to factory settings and delete all connections.
The on-board computer can be operated via one of the operating units shown. The functions of the buttons on the operating units are explained in the following overview.
Depending on how long it is pressed for, the select button has 2 functions.

5-button operating unit

Scroll to the left
Scroll to the right
Increase assistance level
Decrease assistance level
Select button (press briefly)
Select button/open menu (press and hold > 1 s)

3-button operating unit

Increase assistance level
Decrease assistance level
Select button/scroll through the screens (press briefly)
Select button/open menu (press and hold > 1 s)

Note: All screenshots showing the display and text on the following pages are from the approved software version. The display, text and/or functions may change following a software update.
Note: Depending on the lighting conditions, there is background lighting that is only activated by pressing a button. The lighting duration can be adjusted.

Displays and settings of the on-board computer
Speed and distance indicators
The speedometer always displays the current speed. You can choose from the following functions in the function display (combination of text indicator and value indicator):

  • <Distance>: Distance traveled since the last reset
  • <Riding time>: Journey time since the last reset
  • <Time>: Current time
  • <Range>: Estimated range of the eBike's available battery charge (at constant conditions such as riding mode, route profile, etc.)
  • <Avg. Speed>: Average speed achieved since the last reset
  • <Max. Speed>: Maximum speed achieved since the last reset
  • <Total distance>: Total distance traveled with the eBike (cannot be reset)

Note: The on-board computer automatically displays a gear change recommendation when riding the eBike. The display of the gear change recommendation is superimposed over the text display (f) of the on-board computer, and can be deactivated manually via the basic settings.

Switching in the Function Indicator

Press the or button until the required function is displayed.
Press the select button repeatedly until the required function is displayed.
Certain settings cannot be applied on the on-board computer, but only in the eBike Flow app, e.g.:

  • <Wheel circumference>
  • <Reset range calculation>
  • <Auto trip reset>

In addition, you receive an overview of the operating hours and the installed components in the eBike Flow app.

Displaying/Adjusting Basic Settings
Note: The settings menu cannot be called up while riding.
To get to the basic settings menu, press the select button on the operating unit repeatedly until <Settings> appears in the text display.

Switching/Leaving Basic Settings

Press the or button repeatedly until the required basic setting is displayed.
Press the select button repeatedly until the required basic setting is displayed.
Note: The changed setting is automatically saved upon leaving the respective basic setting.

Changing Basic Settings

To scroll down, briefly press the select button until the required value is displayed.
To scroll down, press the select button > 1 s until the required value is displayed.
Note: Pressing and holding the relevant button switches automatically to the next value in the basic settings.
You can choose between the following basic settings:

  • <Trip reset?>: All data on the journey so far is reset to zero.
  • <Language>: Here you can select a preferred language from the following options: English, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Polish, Czech, Japanese, Traditional Chinese for Taiwan, Korean.
  • <Units>: Displays the speed and distance in either kilometers or miles.
  • <Time>: You can set the time here.
  • <Time format>: Displays the time in 12-hour or 24-hour format.
  • <Shift recom.>: You can switch on/off the display of gear change recommendations.
  • <Backlight.>: You can set the duration of the background lighting here.
  • <Brightness>: The brightness can be adjusted to various levels.
  • <Reset settings?>: You can reset the settings by pressing and holding the select button here.
  • <Back>: You can leave the settings menu with this function.

Leaving the Basic Settings Menu

You leave the basic settings menu automatically if you are inactive for 60 s or start riding the eBike, or by using the <Back> function.
Briefly press the select button to leave the basic settings menu using the <Back> function.
Press the select button > 1 s to leave the basic settings menu using the <Back> function.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and cleaning

Do not clean any of the components with pressurized water. Keep the display of your on-board computer clean. Clean your on-board computer using a soft cloth dampened only with water. Do not use cleaning products of any kind.
Note: The Intuvia 100 on-board computer may fog up under certain temperature and humidity conditions. This is not an error. Put the on-board computer in a heated room and leave it to dry. Have your eBike checked by an expert at least once a year (including mechanical parts, up-to-dateness of system software).
In addition, the bicycle dealer may enter the service date based on the distance traveled and/or on a period of time. In this case, the on-board computer displays a message telling you when the service date is due each time it is switched on. Please have your eBike serviced and repaired by an authorized bicycle dealer.

  • Only have repairs performed by a certified bicycle dealer.

Note: If you are handing in your eBike to a bicycle dealer for maintenance, it is recommended that you deactivate <Lock & Alarm>

After-sales service and advice on using products
If you have any questions about the eBike and its components, contact an authorized bicycle retailer. For contact details of authorized bike dealerships, please visit www.bosch-ebike.com.
More information about the eBike components and their functions can be found in the Bosch eBike Help Center.

Transport

  • If you transport your eBike attached to the outside of your car, e.g. on a bike rack, remove the on-board computer and the eBike battery (except fixed mount battery) to avoid damaging them.

Safety instructions

Read all the safety and general instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all safety warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term eBike battery used in these operating instructions refers to all original Bosch eBike batteries from the system generation the smart system.
The term drive unit used in these operating instructions refers to all original Bosch drive units from the system generation the smart system.

  • Read and observe the safety warnings and instructions in all operating instructions of the eBike components and your eBike.
  • Do not attempt to attach the on-board computer or the operating unit while riding!
  • Do not allow yourself to be distracted by the onboard computer's display, particularly by text overlays shown according to the situation. The display of riding information does not absolve the rider of the need to exercise due caution. If you do not focus exclusively on the traffic, you risk being involved in an accident. If you want to make entries in your on-board computer other than switching the riding mode, stop cycling and enter the relevant details.
  • Do not operate your smartphone during the journey. If you do not concentrate exclusively on the traffic around you, you risk being involved in an accident. When using your smartphone, only enter the relevant data once you've stopped. u Set the brightness of the on-board computer such that you can adequately see important information like speed or warning symbols. An incorrectly set on-board computer brightness can result in dangerous situations.
  • Do not open the on-board computer. Opening the on-board computer can result in irreparable damage and void your warranty.
  • Do not use the on-board computer as a handle. Lifting the eBike up by the on-board computer can cause irreparable damage to the on-board computer.
  • Do not stand your eBike upside down on its saddle and handlebars if the on-board computer or its holder protrude from the handlebars. This may irreparably damage the on-board computer or the holder. Also remove the on-board computer before placing the eBike on a wall mount to ensure that the on-board computer does not fall off or become damaged.

  • Using the on-board computer with Bluetooth® and/or WiFi can interfere with the operation of other devices and systems, including airplanes and medical devices (e.g. pacemakers, hearing aids). Similarly, the possibility that this may cause damage to humans and animals in the immediate vicinity cannot be completely excluded. Do not use the on-board computer with Bluetooth® in the vicinity of medical devices, service stations, chemical plants, blasting areas or other areas where there is a risk of explosion. Do not use the on-board computer with Bluetooth® in airplanes. Avoid using the device in close proximity to your body over an extended period of time.
  • TheBluetooth® wordmark and its logos are the registered trademarks and property of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Any use of this wordmark/these logos by Robert Bosch GmbH, Bosch eBike Systems is under license.
  • The on-board computer is fitted with a radio interface. Local operating restrictions, e.g. in airplanes or hospitals, must be adhered to.
  • Do not enter information or make selections while riding. Interacting with the display or remote control while riding can lead to accidents causing serious injury or death. You must observe road and traffic conditions, and comply with traffic laws at all times.
  • Accessing other apps, reading pop up messages/other content, or otherwise using your mobile device while operating an eBike may be distracting. Distracted driving is a serious safety concern and can lead to accidents causing serious injury or death. In order to prevent distracted driving, most mobile devices come equipped with a "Do Not Disturb" mode. The "Do Not Disturb" mode should be used while operating an eBike. Please consult your device-specific instructions for more information. You, as the eBike operator, are fully responsible for ensuring that you pay attention to road conditions and comply with traffic laws at all times.
  • Do not activate push assistance function while riding on the bike. Only use push assitance function when pushing the eBike.
  • Please note that certain State or local laws may require that class III eBikes must be equipped with a functioning speedometer that displays speed in miles per hour. Riders must be aware of any and all applicable rules and regulations related to the operation or use of class III eBikes in any applicable jurisdictions before operating or otherwise using this product.

Safety instructions for button/coin cells

INGESTION HAZARD:
This product contains a button cell or coin battery.
DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested. A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours. KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH of CHILDREN.
Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.
Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep away from children. Do NOT dispose of batteries in household trash or incinerate.
Even used batteries may cause severe injury or death. Call a local poison control center for treatment information.
Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged. Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above 104°F (40°C) or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury due to venting, leakage or explosion resulting in chemical burns.
Ensure the batteries are installed correctly according to polarity (+ and −).
Do not mix old and new batteries, different brands or types of batteries, such as alkaline, carbon-zinc, or rechargeable batteries.
Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of batteries from equipment not used for an extended period of time according to local regulations. Always completely secure the battery compartment. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product, remove the batteries, and keep them away from children.

  • Only use the button/coin cells listed in this operating manual. Do not use any other button/coin cells or other forms of electrical power supply.
  • Do not damage the button/coin cell and or take the button/coin cell apart. The button/coin cell may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
  • Do not allow damaged button/coin cells to come into contact with water. Leaking lithium may mix with water to create hydrogen, which could cause a fire, an explosion, or personal injury.

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