Minimal
Pedal 4User guide v2

3. Getting Set-up

3.1 Vehicle Access

Minimal's Pedal 4 uses an NFC fob for turning the vehicle on or off. The same fob can also be used to open the cargo doors. The NFC fob will have been provided along with the vehicle.

There are various access permissions that can be granted to users depending on their role within the organisation. Each fob can be granted with access to either a specific vehicle, multiple vehicles, or the whole fleet - access rights can be modified using the minimal fleet app.

If you do not have a key for your vehicle, please contact your employer and/or Minimal.

3.1.1 NFC Fob Identification

KF
  1. Minimal logo.
  2. Key fob serial number, CE conformity mark & WEEE mark.
  3. Lanyard hole, to secure keys on lanyard or keychain.

Attention

Please take care of your Minimal key, theft of the vehicle could occur by losing a key fob. If you have lost your key please speak with your employer or contact Minimal for a replacement.

Attention

Please ensure the vehicle is turned off when exiting the vehicle to prevent unauthorized access and theft.

3.1.2 Types of Pedal 4 Access Permissions

If you are unsure as to which access permissions your fob has, please speak with your employer to understand what access type you have been granted.

  • Assigned vehicle access - Your key fob will unlock and start only a specific vehicle. You will be notified of your assigned vehicle by the fleet coordinator.
  • Key specific access - Grants access to multiple vehicles via an online vehicle management portal, contact your assigned fleet coordinator to understand which vehicles you have access to.
  • Full fleet access - Grants access to any vehicle in the fleet. This access is typically reserved for supervisors, service technicians, or shift leads.

3.1.3 Locking and Unlocking the Vehicle

Close up of vehicle start NFC

Locate the dashboard key fob reader

  • Located in the cabin under the handlebar stem on the left hand side of the dashboard.

To unlock the vehicle

  • Tap on the NFC point for approximately 2 seconds with your NFC key fob.
  • You will hear an audible cue, and see the HMI screen turn on, indicating the vehicle is now unlocked.
  • If the key does not unlock the vehicle it may be due to the key not having the appropriate access permissions and/or the vehicle may not have a charged battery installed.

To lock the vehicle

  • Repeat the same process by tapping the NFC key fob on the NFC point.
  • You will hear a different audible cue, and see the HMI screen turn off, indicating that the vehicle is now locked.
  • The brakes must be engaged before exiting the vehicle to ensure the immobiliser is activated, otherwise the vehicle will be able to move even when locked.
  • If the brake levers are applied, you will hear a mechanical sound of the immobiliser locking the braking system in place.

Attention

Always lock the vehicle when exiting to prevent unauthorized access and theft.

3.2 Vehicle Controls

3.2.1 Operating the Minimal Pedal 4

In order to operate the Minimal Pedal 4 in a safe manner the following instructions should be adhered to.

Perform pre-ride checks

  • See Chapter 4 - Pre-Journey Checklist.
  • Adjust saddle height and mirror angles as necessary.

Turn on the vehicle using your NFC key fob

  • Using the NFC key reader on the cabin dashboard.

Release the brake levers

  • Grasp the brake levers and pull them towards the bars to release them from their latched positions.
  • The brakes must be fully released to begin moving.
  • The pedals will spin freely until the brake levers are released.

Move the vehicle forward by pedalling

  • Pedal forwards to move the vehicle forwards. The faster the pedals are turned the faster the vehicle will move.
  • Begin with short, controlled movements to get familiar with the Minimal Pedal 4. Keep feet securely on the pedals.
  • Vehicle speed is assisted by pedalling, so the more you pedal the faster you will go (up to 15.5 mph / 25 kph).

Reverse by pedalling backwards

  • With the vehicle at a complete stop, turn the pedals backwards to activate reverse mode.
  • Activation of reverse mode can be confirmed via the HMI which will now display an 'R' at the top left, as well as the presence of an audible cue.

Note - Switching between forward and reverse

  • To switch between forward and reverse modes, you must come to a full stop.
  • Once stationary, pedal backwards to engage reverse mode or pedal forwards to continue in forward mode.

Note - Turning

  • Turning the Pedal 4
    Turn the handlebars left to go left, and right to go right. Steering angle is limited to 48.5°.

  • Sharp turns
    Be aware that the Pedal 4 has a turning radius of 4.6 meters. To avoid oversteering plan manoeuvres accordingly.

Caution

Turning radius should be accounted for in tight turning environments to avoid damage to vehicle & environment but to also avoid injuries to self and the public.

3.2.2 Cabin

The cabin holds the controls to the vehicle including handlebars, switches, seat and pedals. The following shows their respective location within the cabin:

CI
  1. Side Mirrors - Adjustable left & right side mirrors, please see "Pre-Journey Checklist" for how to adjust.
  2. Cabin Dashboard - Used to store personal items and drinks with an included cup holder.
  3. Dashboard key reader - Tap your NFC key fob here to turn the vehicle on/off.
  4. USB-C Charging Port - Can be used to charge personal devices such as phones and tablets (blanked off if usin external wireless charger)
  5. Pedals - Used to control the power delivered by the vehicle's motors

3.2.3 Handlebar Controls

The controls on the handlebar should be used when manoeuvering the vehicle to alert traffic to your intentions.

HBOV
  1. Left & right handlebar grips.
  2. Left brake lever (rear braking system) & right brake lever (front braking system).
  3. Brake lever locks - Used to hold brake levers in the engaged position when parking.
  4. Left Button pack - Includes left indicator & horn buttons.
  5. Handlebar stem - Includes the vehicle display.
  6. Right button pack - Includes right indicator & high-beam buttons.

3.2.4 Brakes and Immobiliser

The Minimal Pedal 4 is equipped with independent front and rear hydraulic disc braking systems, each of which is operated by a dedicated lever on the handlebars. The vehicle is configured in accordance with the UK bicycle brake lever convention, so that the left lever operates the rear brake and the right operates the front brake.

To keep the brake levers engaged when parked, the brake lever locks can be used. To engage the locks, pull the levers and then pull the locks into place. To release the locks, pull back on the brake levers and the locks will disengage.

The vehicle has an immobiliser system which ensures the brakes remain applied when the vehicle is turned off and so help to prevent theft of the vehicle. The immobiliser is automatically engaged when:

  • The vehicle is powered off, and;
  • Both the left and right brake levers are applied

Once the immobiliser is applied the vehicle's brakes will remain engaged even if the brake levers are released from their locks. To release the immobiliser the vehicle must be unlocked and the brake levers both released.

Caution

If the vehicle is locked without the brakes being engaged, the immobiliser will not activate and the vehicle will be able to move freely, potentially causing injury or damage.

3.2.5 Display

The vehicle's display unit is used to show:

  • Vehicle speed
  • Total distance travelled
  • Battery charge
  • Any warnings or errors which occur.
Display
  1. Mode - States what mode the vehicle is in. Currently the Pedal 4 has two modes, M1: Forward & R: Reverse.
  2. Speed - Displays the instantaneous speed of the vehicle.
  3. Battery Level - Displays the level of charge in the battery.
  4. Current Trip Distance - Displays total distance traveled by the vehicle throughout its lifetime. (current trip distance is not functional in this version)
  5. Total Distance - Displays total distance traveled by the vehicle throughout its lifetime.
  6. CAN Error - Is displayed if a CAN bus error occurs in the Mando SPM Powertrain system. (See Section 19 for emergency procedures).
  7. Motor Error - Is displayed if a motor error occurs in the Mando SPM Powertrain system. (See Section 19 for emergency procedures).

Note - Battery level

  • The display does not indicate whether one or two batteries are installed in the vehicle. If two batteries are installed the level of charge displayed is the average between the two.

3.2.6 Switch Pack Controls

The switch packs on the vehicle's handlebars are used to control lights, indicators and the horn.

Display
  1. Left indicator - Press to activate left indicator, press again to turn off.
  2. Right indicator - Press to activate right indicator, press again to turn off.
  3. Horn - Press and release to sound bell. Press and hold to sound louder horn.
  4. High Beam - Press and release to flash headlights. Press and hold to turn on high beam headlights. Press and hold again to turn off.

Note - Hazard Lights

  • Press both left and right indicator buttons at the same time to activate hazard lights.
  • Press both buttons again to deactivate hazard lights.

3.3 Battery System

BC
  1. Battery body
  2. Carrying handle
  3. Charge level screen & button
  4. Battery connection port

3.3.1 Inserting & Removing Battery

BATC
  1. Battery compartment
  2. Battery lock

Attention

Ensure the vehicle is powered off and in park before proceeding with battery insertion or removal.

Inserting Battery

Locate the battery for use in the vehicle

Lift battery by handle

Caution

Battery packs are heavy - (12kg) handle with care and maintain correct posture when moving.

Place the battery into the compartment

  • The battery should be orientated such that the handle is at the top when stowed.

Fully insert the battery

  • Insert the battery into the compartment and ensure the battery is pushed back far enough that the connector at the rear is fully seated.

Listen for audio queue

  • After a few seconds there will be an audio queue from the vehicle when the battery has been securely plugged in.

Lock the battery in place

  • Insert the key into the lock on the side of the compartment.
  • Turn the key clockwise 180deg to lock, you should see the lock slide into the battery body.
  • You will not be able to remove the key unless you have turned the lock fully to the locked position.

Removing Battery

Locate the battery you wish to remove

  • Ensure the vehicle is powered off and in park before proceeding.

Unlock the battery

  • Insert the key into the lock on the side of the compartment.
  • Turn the key anti-clockwise 180deg to unlock.
  • You will not be able to remove the key unless you have turned the lock fully to the unlocked position.

Pull the handle of the battery down and slide it towards you

As the battery approaches the end of the compartment brackets

  • Hold the base of the battery with a supporting hand - protecting the battery from falling.

Warning

Hold the battery securely - Dropping the battery may cause damage to internal components leading to electrical faults, leaks or fires.

Fully remove the battery from the compartment

  • Placing it in storage or on charge as needed.

Warning

Electrical shocks - Shocks from electrical components are are dangerous. Serious injury or death may occur in the event of a faulty battery shock.

  • Be sure to handle battery with care.
  • Do not handle battery if water ingress on the charging port has occurred.
  • If you are unsure how to charge a battery, please speak to a Minimal technical representative.

3.3.2 Charging a Battery

Note - Battery Charging

  • The AES Superpack Smart batteries used in the Minimal Pedal 4 must be removed from the vehicle for charging.
  • The battery packs should be charged using only the AES battery charger provided with the vehicle.

Locate the AES battery pack manual

  • This will have been supplied along with your battery packs.
  • Familiarise yourself with the safety instructions and charging procedures.

Locate the AES battery charger

  • Plug into a standard single phase mains outlet.

Remove the pack to be charged from the vehicle

Plug the battery into the charger

  • Connect it to the battery connection port on the back.

Observe charging states on charger

  • Red indicates charging
  • Green indicates fully charged.

When charge indication is green

  • Disconnect battery.

Press and release button on the battery screen

  • This will display the current charge level of the battery pack.

Warning

Electrical fires & shocks - Caused by incorrect charging conditions or water ingress on charger. Fires from electrical components are toxic and should not be extinguished with water fire extinguishers due to increasing the risk of shocks. Serious injury or death may occur in the event of a faulty battery.

  • Be sure to handle battery with care.
  • Be sure to check if the connection points are dry, there is no damage to the battery & that the battery is placed on the charging point correctly.
  • If you are unsure how to charge a battery, please speak to a Minimal technical representative.

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