Summary of 2014 Kuo
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1 owner’s manual kuo+.
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3 contents 1.0 introduction 4 2.0 important information 5 3.0 unpacking 6 4.0 your a2b kuo+ 7 5.0 assembly and adjustments 9 6.0 getting to know your a2b kuo+ 12 7.0 battery use, storage and disposal 19 8.0 pre-ride checks 23 9.0 maintenance 25 10.0 safe and responsible riding 27 11.0 cleaning the v...
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4 owner`s manual 1.0 introduction welcome and congratulations on buying your new a2b kuo+, the electric bike that’s taking transport in a whole new direction. It’s the revolutionary way to get to work, visit to the shops or just get some fresh air. Compared to jumping in the car, an ebike is a lot m...
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5 warning: this indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, - if not avoided, could result in bodily injury or death, in addition to property damage. Caution: this indicates a potentially hazardous situation, - which if not avoided, may result in damage to equipment or inadvertent system fail...
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6 owner`s manual 3.0 unpacking lift with care: two people are recommended. Your a2b kuo+ weighs 19 kg (42 lbs). 3.1 tools and equipment • pliers. • side cutters (for cutting cable ties used in packing). • blanket or tarpaulin (to avoid scratching unprotected surfaces). 3.2 delivered fully assembled ...
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7 1. Seat 2. Seat post 3. Seat post clamp 4. Main frame folding mechanism 5. Left side brake lever 6. Display 7. Gear shifter 8. Right side brake lever 9. State of charge indicator 10. On / off battery switch 11. Charger port 12. Handle bar folding mechanism 13. Frontlight 14. Front wheel 15. Front ...
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8 owner`s manual 4.2 changing components or adding accessories read, understand and follow the instructions that accompany the products you purchase for your a2b kuo+. Before installing any component or accessory, including a different size tyre, make sure that it is compatible with your a2b kuo+ by...
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9 5.0 assembly and adjustments 5.1 delivered fully assembled and adjusted your a2b kuo+ should be fully assembled and the battery charged by your a2b dealer at the time of delivery. However, if you need to unpack your bike, follow these instructions. Failure to properly assemble and adjust your a2b ...
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10 owner`s manual 5.4 installing pedals the pedals on the a2b kuo+ arrive fully fitted and functional to fold the pedals: 1. Hold the bike secure and upright and press the outside of the pedal in direction of the bike. 2. The pedal will then depress, enabling you to fold the pedal to the left or to ...
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11 5.6 seat height adjustment the seat may require adjustment. Ask your a2b dealer to adjust it before you ride. To determine the correct height of the seat for the rider 1. Straddle the assembled a2b kuo+ with your feet shoulder width apart and fl at on the ground. 2. There must be at least 25 mm (...
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12 owner`s manual 6.0 getting to know your a2b kuo+ do you fully understand how to use your a2b kuo+? If not, before your first ride, ask your a2b dealer to explain any functions or features that you do not understand. 6.1 starting and stopping 1. Choose a quiet area away from cars, other cyclists, ...
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13 when applying the brake levers the motor will automatically cut out. This is a safety feature. Your a2b kuo+ allows for gradual application of power, and allows for adjustment of power between off and full. This feature enables you to adjust the speed at which you are most comfortable by the amou...
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14 owner`s manual 6.2 state-of-charge indicator the state-of-charge (soc) indicator on the command module displays the percentage of charge remaining in the battery whilst you are using your a2b. When the battery is below 20% it should be charged as soon as possible. The motor controller and battery...
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15 6.4 power control module (display) the a2b kuo+ uses the display for controlling the amount of powered assistance the motor provides. The display on your a2b kuo+ is mounted on the left side of the handlebar. The display has three buttons to operate the assistance system and to change in between ...
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16 owner`s manual 6.4..4 changing power modes: the electrical system of the a2b kuo+ is offering you six power modes. Mode 0 is the mode without power supply from the system (rides without power assistance). Mode 1 to 5 gives you power assistance with mode 1 giving the lowest assistance, ranging up ...
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17 6.4.10. Error codes in the case of an error occurring, the display will indicate an error code from the list of errors defined below: error code definition 20 battery communication abnormal 21 current abnormal 22 throttle signal abnormal 23 phase of motor missing 24 hall sensor of motor abnormal ...
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18 owner`s manual maximise your range • fully check your battery before each ride. • check tyre pressure regularly and inflate to 40 psi (or stated pressure printed on the tyre sidewall). • have your a2b kuo+ serviced periodically to ensure that the front bearings turn freely and both brake caliper ...
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19 7.1 using the battery for the proper use, maintenance and storage of this battery it is important that you read and understand these instructions. Use only the battery supplied with your a2b kuo+. Failure to properly use and store this battery will void the warranty and may cause a hazardous situ...
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20 owner`s manual 1. Check the voltage on the charger to ensure that it is set to your local line voltage (220-230v for europe or 110v for the usa). 2. Plug the charger into the wall outlet. 3. Ensure that the battery power switch is switched off before connecting the charger to the battery. 4. Loca...
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21 attaching and connecting the battery to your a2b kuo+ 1. Carefully align the battery with the lockable battery unit fixed to the seat post tube. 2. Slide the battery in until fully locked in place. 3. Now lock the battery in place using the supplied key before attempting to ride your a2b kuo+. Fa...
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22 owner`s manual 7.3 charging times charging times hours fully charge the battery before first use of bike 5-6 fully discharged 5-6 to avoid deep discharge recharge the battery immediatley when the battery is emptied before you store the bike. To maximise battery life a2b recommends to recharge the...
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23 ensure that your a2b kuo+ is ready for safe and enjoyable use. If you lend your a2b kuo+ to someone else, make sure you also lend them an approved helmet. Never carry a passenger: overloading your a2b kuo+ with a second rider can lead to severe injury or death. Obey all traffic laws: always ride ...
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24 owner`s manual folding method 1. Ensure that both pedals are folded as described under 3.4. 2. Open the lever to allow the handle bars to be pushed down (c & d) 3. Now rotate the safety catch (e) so that you can pull down the stem folding lever (f). The stem will now fold down to be positioned ne...
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25 brake shoes and wheel rims must be free of oil and grease. Brakes lose effectiveness when wet. Avoid riding in wet weather. If it is unavoidable, remember that stopping your a2b kuo+ will require extra distance. Ride more slowly, keep a longer space between yourself and other traffic, and begin b...
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26 owner`s manual 9.6 removing and re-installing the wheels removing front wheel 1. Release the lever on the front axle. 2. Whilst holding the lever, undo the nut on the other side 2 to 3 full turns ensuring not to remove it completely. 3. Drop the wheel from the fork. Re-installing front wheel 1. P...
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27 10.0 safe and responsible riding do not carry passengers on your a2b kuo+ obey the traffic laws watch out for car doors be aware of the possibility of car doors opening into your path. Be extra careful in wet conditions in wet conditions it might take double or triple the distance you need to sto...
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28 owner`s manual check your bike before every ride do a ‘walk around’ of your a2b kuo+ before every ride checking brakes, tyres and the tightness of all the important fasteners. Have your a2b kuo+ checked by your a2b dealer at least once a year. Your safety depends on the roadworthiness of your a2b...
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29 do not use paint polish on any of the plastic parts. After longer rides, thoroughly clean the a2b and preserve with a commercially available anti-corrosion agent. In the interests of environmental protection, we would ask you to use care products sparingly and to only use such products that have ...
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30 owner`s manual no power? Here are a few suggested solutions. If they do not solve your problem, ask an a2b specialist dealer. Problem the a2b will not switch on. A2b switches on but there is no motor assistance (display lights up and charge indicator shows charged battery). Possible cause(s) 1. T...
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31 13.0 technical data general performance specification • curb weight without battery – 17 kg (37.5 lbs) • curb weight with battery – 19 kg (42 lbs) • maximum permitted with load 120 kg (264 lbs) • maximum speed on flat level ground, motor power only, no wind, 20 degrees celsius, 55 kg rider,: 18,7...
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32 owner`s manual 14.0 warranty and safety notes a2b warranty 1. Definitions the following definitions laid down in this provision apply to the warranty: goods mean: in conjunction with the a2b: the frame, the motor system (motor and motor controller), the lithium ion battery and all other component...
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33 2.3.4 if you use the goods in a manner not recommended by hero eco, such as using the a2b for commercial purposes or in competitions or when training for such activities or events; owner’s manual; 2.3.5 due to your disregarding our instructions, such as in case of any modifications, alterations o...
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34 owner`s manual fill out and return your owner registration card immediately to receive important product information in the future. Thank you. Your a2b and certain key components have unique serial numbers. Record these serial numbers for warranty purposes or in case your vehicle is ever lost or ...
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35 en15194 a2b global head office hero eco ltd 80 coleman street london ec2r 5bj germany hero eco ltd reichenberger strasse 124 10999 berlin usa hero eco inc. 207 9th st. San francisco, ca 94103 www.Wearea2b.Com edition 1.1 july 2014 © hero eco ltd. All rights reserved, july 2014.
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