Frequently asked questions / FAQ
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 – Battery pack
The battery pack cannot be switched on
The power switch or the electronics might be defective.
Please contact your bicycle dealer.
The battery pack cannot be switched on if mounted to the pedelec, but can be switched on if not attached
The power switch or the electronics are defective.
Please contact your bicycle dealer.
The light diodes on the display are blinking erratically
The battery management system has a malfunction.
Switch the battery pack off and wait 5 seconds and then switch back on.
If this does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
When driving on an incline, the capacity indicator on the display shows only 2 lights but the battery pack indicates 80%
The indicator on the display reacts to strain.
Therefore, the display value decreases when driving uphill or with a heavy load.
The capacity indicator on the battery pack is analyzed by a microcontroller and is therefore more accurate.
There is no error.
Only 20% of the LED capacity indicator lights up red
The red light signals a low energy level, just like the fuel gauge of a car.
There is no error.
When inserting a new spare battery pack, the display is flashing erratically
The new battery pack has a different BUS assignment.
Please contact your bicycle dealer.
The range of the battery pack has decreased significantly
Charge the battery pack continuously for 3-5 days, even if the charger has switched to green (full).
Both the ANSMANN charger and the ANSMANN battery pack are equipped with a high-quality electronic protection and can remain connected permanently without any of both to be damaged.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 – Charger
The LED on the charger turns green, but the battery pack is not fully charged
The charger turns off too early.
Unplug the charger from the mains, wait 5 seconds and reconnect the charger to the mains.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The charger is heating up
Chargers can heat up to 60°C while charging.
Please make sure that the ANSMANN charger is not placed onto the battery pack while charging.
There is no error.
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 – Display
The LEDs on the display do not light up, although the battery pack is switched on
Check fuse in the battery pack.
With the system off, check the cabling for damage or any loose connections.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The display flashes even when switched off
The new battery pack has a different BUS assignment.
Please contact your bicycle dealer.
The display lights up while switched off when the pedelec is being pushed backwards
When the pedelec is pushed backwards, the motor can build up residual stress, like a dynamo.
There is no error.
The up to 6km/h push off works, but there is no motor support whilst pedaling
Check the distance between the magnet and the bottom bracket sensor (must be 4 mm or less)
Check the plug connections.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The LEDs on the display flash alternately
After approx. 5 minutes without use the system switches to standby.
Pressing any button or pedaling reactivates the system and the display returns to normal indication.
There is no error.
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 – Motor
The motor makes an audible clicking noise and has no propulsion
With the system off, check the cabling for damage or loose connections.
When pulling away in a high gear, the motor can overstress. At this point the motor protection will engage.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The motor runs, but has no propulsion
With the system off, check the cabling for damage or loose connections.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The motor stops and makes a loud noise
The freewheel is defective.
Please contact your bicycle dealer.
The motor makes a clicking noise
The motor is equipped with a mechanic freewheel which reacts when the motor is switched on/off.
There is no error.
The motor makes a noise when the pedelec is being pushed backwards
The freewheel of the motor only works for forward movement.
There is no error.
The motor jumps when driving with the 6 km/h button
The 6 km/h button is a pushing appliance.
There is no error.
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 – Sensor/Magnetic disc
There is no motor support while pedaling
Check that the system is switched on.
Check the distance of the sensor (4 mm).
Check the cabling and the plug connections.
Check the capacity of the battery pack.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 – Light Module
The dynamo is warming up after switching the battery pack on
Check the cabling.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
FM2.0 / FM4.0 / RM5.0 - Breaks
Type C
Before driving: The display shows „Akku an?“ („Battery pack switched on?“)
Switch the battery pack on.
Check the plug connection to the battery pack.
Has the pairing process been carried out?
Repeat the pairing process.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The speed display does not function, display says: (--)
Check the distance between the speed sensor and the spoke magnet.
Check the position of the speed sensor and the spoke magnet.
Check the speed sensor battery – is it empty?
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The speed shown by the display is incorrect
Check that the computer has been programmed correctly (wheel size, km/h instead of mph)
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
Pairing does not work
Check that the battery pack is switched on.
Check if the battery pack is set to „pairing mode“ (see instructions).
Check that the display is active.
Check that the sensor is active.
TIP: Keep at least a 10m distance to pedelecs with the same system while pairing.
The display cannot be switched on
Check the battery on the display.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The display on the handlebar will not respond
Check the cabling - could it possibly be stuck?
Check contacts for dirt and the display for correct fit.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
There is no motor support
Check that the torque arm has been assembled correctly.
Check that the battery pack is switched on.
Check that the magnetic plug is connected to the battery pack correctly.
Check the plug for dirt.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
While riding, the display suddenly shows „Akku an?“ (“Battery pack switched on?”)
Switch the battery pack off for 5 seconds then switch back on.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The battery pack cannot be charged
Check to see if the battery pack is switched on.
The battery pack can only be charged while being switched on.
If this step does not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The battery pack cannot be charged when mounted to the pedelec
Check that the battery pack is switched on.
Unplug the charger and then reconnect.
If these steps do not solve the problem, please contact your bicycle dealer.
The plug cannot be connected correctly to the battery pack
The plug is magnetic - check it for dirt.
When dissembling the rear wheel, protect the plug with a plastic bag against dirt.
Please see our assembly instructions on Youtube