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A2b Obree Owner's Manual

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    1 owner’s manual obree.

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    1.0 introduction 4 2.0 important information 5 3.0 your a2b 6 4.0 please familiarise with the functions of your a2b before your first tour 12 5.0 operating instructions display and motor 16 5.1.1 important instructions – please observe in any case! 16 5.1.2 intended use of the neodrives components 1...

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    3 6.0 operating instructions battery 44 6.1.1 important instructions - please observe in any case. 44 5.1.2 intended use of the neodrives components 44 6.1.3 admissible operating conditions 45 6.1.4 standard scope of supply 45 6.1.5 technical data 45 6.1.6 main elements at a glance 46 6.2. Safety in...

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    4 owner’s manual 1.0 introduction welcome and congratulations on buying your new a2b obree, the electric bike that’s taking transport in a whole new direction. It’s the revolutionary way to get to work, visit the shops or just get some fresh air. Compared to jumping in the car, an ebike is a lot mor...

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    5 2.0 important information this owner’s manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Please ensure that users of your a2b obree read and understand the following important warnings and cautions before their fi rst trip. If you have any questions or are not sure about any i...

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    6 owner’s manual 3.0 your a2b 3.1 components 1 2 3 23 5 6 8 18 10 9 13 12 14 11 16 15 17 20 24 21 7 4 22 19 1. Saddle (seat) 2. Saddle post 3. Quick release 4. Front splash guard 5. Front tyre 6. Front wheel rim 7. Front disk brake and rotor 8. Pedals, pedal crank and chainring 9. Chain 10. Motor 11...

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    7 3.1 components a. Right-hand brake lever (for rear wheel brake) b. Left-hand brake lever (for front wheel brake) c. Shift lever d. Right pedal e. Left pedal.

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    8 owner’s manual 3.2 replacement of components, fitting of accessories before mounting any components or accessories (including different tyres), you should ask your certified a2b specialist dealer if they are appropriate for your a2b. Please read and observe the instructions for the respective comp...

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    9 3.4 adjustment of the seat height the seat height may have to be adjusted. Please ask your a2b specialist dealer to adjust the seat height before your first tour. You may also adjust the seat height on your own as indicated below: determination of the correct driver's seat height there are several...

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    10 owner’s manual height adjustment 1. The seat height can be adjusted by loosening the quick release for the saddle post. 2. Position the saddle at the desired height. Do not position the saddle higher than the minimum insertion mark located on the saddle post by no means. 3. Push the lever of the ...

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    11 3.5 adjustment of the handlebars 1. Loosen the screws a using an appropriate allen key. 2. Align the handlebars centrically with respect to the stem. 3. Turn the handlebars to achieve the desired angular position. 4. Tighten the screws a evenly using 5 nm. 3.6 adjustment of the variable stem alig...

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    12 owner’s manual 4.0 please familiarise with the functions of your a2b before your first ride if you still have any questions after having read this section, please ask your a2b specialist dealer before your first ride to explain any unclear functions or features to you. 4.1 a2b at a glance as soon...

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    13 4.3 gear box your a2b is equipped with a derailleur actuated by the two pressure levers at the right- hand side of the handlebar. To facilitate pedalling (e.G. At gradients), you operate the large lever located in front of the handlebar and marked with a in the drawing. In this way, you shift dow...

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    14 owner’s manual 4.5 luggage rack the standard series of your bicycle model is not equipped with a luggage rack, the charger of your a2b, however, has a slot for a luggage rack adaptor of rack-time. This adaptor may be ordered by your a2b specialist dealer using the order no. 625450098300 and insta...

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    15 after your first tour if you have any questions or the feeling that your a2b has not yet been adjusted and adapted to you as best as possible, we recommend to contact your a2b specialist dealer before using your a2b again. Your range factors influencing the range: • level of assistance • battery ...

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    16 owner’s manual 5.0 operating instructions motor and control unit smart man machine interface (smmi) 5.1.1 important instructions please read all documents enclosed with your a2b and all notes included in these operating instructions and on stickers available on the vehicle. 5.1.2 intended use of ...

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    17 5.1.3 admissible operating conditions / places of use neodrives components may be operated at temperatures between -10°c and 45°c. Observe the safety instructions and hazard warnings included in the single sections of the present operating instructions. The restrictions of the admissible operatin...

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    18 owner’s manual smart mmi display control * monochrome display diagonal size, resolution 2.4 inches, 240 x 320 pixels dimensions smmi without dock 53 mm x 85 mm x 14 mm (w x l x h) connectivity micro-b 1.1 usb, 5-volt power supply, 500 ma connection to pc, incl. Diagnostic and parameterisation sof...

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    19 smart mmi dock controller 23 mm inside diameter, 3 buttons (up, down, menu), permanently wired mounting plate stem and handlebar mounting, angle can be adjusted in 10° steps, height can be adjusted using spacers weight (incl. Cable and remote control) 60 g whole system operating temperature -10°c...

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    20 owner’s manual 5.2. Controller the controller fitted to the handlebar of your a2b is used to access menus and activate functions in the smmi. The following functions are stored: button 1 = up (one step upwards) button 2 = confirm menu button or selection button 3 = down (one step downwards) 5.3. ...

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    21 display start symbol transmission of the software updates to the motor start menu activation assistance level activation recuperation activation pushing aid display speed display remaining range display remaining energy display travelling information various warning indicators back switching off ...

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    22 owner’s manual 5.3.1 fitting and removing the smmi fitting place the smmi [4] in the correct position (the "neodrives" logo faces the rider) and twisted to the left at an angle of about 30 degrees on the dock [5] (see chart). Turn the smmi [4] on the dock [5] by 30 degrees clockwise using slight ...

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    23 5.3.2 functions of the smmi 5.3.2.1 switching on and off switching on to switch on the smmi, press the menu button [2] on the controller. After a couple of seconds, a welcome screen followed by the start menu shown opposite will appear. If functions are already activated or the battery is not ful...

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    24 owner’s manual 5.3.2.2 start menu as described in section 3.2.1, the start menu shown in the opposite chart will appear upon startup. Explanation: 6. Approximate value of the distance in km which can be travelled at the preselected level of assistance (remaining range) 7. Display of the current s...

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    25 5.3.2.3 dynamo function and switch-on routine "light“ (optional) the neodrives motor features a dynamo function and supplies the headlamp on your pedelec with power even if the battery is flat, not attached or defective. Thanks to this function, a standard bicycle dynamo on the front wheel may no...

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    26 owner’s manual when the pedelec is stopped, please observe the following: • if the pushing aid (see section 3.2.7) is activated, you have to move the pedelec's pedals 2 to 3 times after a stop of the pedelec, until the motorised assistance will be available again and you may increase or reduce th...

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    27 automatic recuperation (optional) depending on the pedelec's equipment by the manufacturer, recuperation can also be activated automatically by operating the rear wheel brake. By doing so, energy is automatically fed into the battery during every braking process. To ensure controlled and safe bra...

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    28 owner’s manual important notes if the battery is fully charged, the braking assistant may be activated, but not actively used. This is only possible if the battery charge level is of the fully charged battery (a) instead of the activated braking assistant (b) symbol is shown in field [11] of the ...

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    29 use of the walk assist / walk assist button • the pushing aid is used by pressing the controller button [1]. Thereby, the motor is switched on and moves your pedelec at a maximum speed of 6 km/h as long as you press and hold button [1]. This is shown in field [13] as white bar element. • if the b...

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    30 owner’s manual 5.3.2.8 date and time date and time can be set individually, too. The set time is shown in field [12] of the start menu, while the date is used for internal calculations in the smmi only. As for the functions already described in the previous sections, you can access the various su...

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    31 5.3.2.10 display of travelling information (bike computer functions) before, during and after a tour, various values and information are shown in field [12] and saved regularly. They can be adjusted as usual by briefly pressing the menu button [2] of the controller to show the subsequent function...

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    32 owner’s manual 5.3.2.11 display of information and warnings the battery's remaining capacity is shown in field [11] as a standard. Depending on the travelling situation, information and warnings can also be indicated in the field as shown below. Display of battery's capacity (standard representat...

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    33 warning - general fault a fault has occurred in the system, motorised assistance is non longer available. Please contact your specialist dealer. Warning - system fault various letters (e.G. The letter "b" in the opposite chart) are shown inside the warning symbol instead of the exclamation mark. ...

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    34 owner’s manual 5.3.2.14 usb port the smmi has a usb port [14] which is primarily used by your specialist dealer for maintenance and diagnosis. Make sure the rubber cover fixed above is always fully inserted and seals the port. If the smmi is not fully sealed, moisture can get inside or steam up t...

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    35 5.3.2.16 firmware updates and transmission of them to motor and battery as part of product maintenance and to extend the range of functions, firmware updates are occasionally available for download by specialist dealers. Your specialist dealer will be glad to inform and advise you in this matter....

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    36 owner’s manual 5.3.2.17 information on the smmi plugs if you need to remove the smmi plugs leading to the battery, please observe the following information when connection them again. The smmi plug and the socket on the additional cable to the battery must be correctly aligned to each other when ...

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    37 whenever a motor is operated beyond the optimum operating point, its efficiency decreases. This results in the energy not being optimally converted any longer, but a part of the supplied energy is converted into heat. In this way, the range decreases and the heat must be discharged. In the neodri...

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    38 owner’s manual extreme example: an incline of 10-12% at an altitude of 500 metres, a total weight of 120 kg, loose terrain, a maximum assistance level, a travelling speed of cadence of 60 rpm mean operation in an unfavourable range at low efficiency and travelling range and, at the same time, hig...

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    40 owner’s manual 5.5.2 attachment of the drive wheel make sure that all components fixed to the wheel have been mounted according to the instructions and specifications of the respective manufacturer. This applies in particular to the brake and the gear box. Do not forget to remount the torque supp...

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    41 never mount the motor without the torque support [20]. This would lead to a total loss (twisting off the cable). In this case, all warranty or guarantee claims shall become void. Carry 5 cable ties along with you apart from your repair tool to be able to refasten any loose cables during a tour se...

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    42 owner’s manual 5.6.2 smmi • the contacts of the smmi dock are spring loaded and should be cleaned from time to time using a contact spray to ensure they operate flawlessly and for a long time. • the smmi casing must only be cleaned using a damp (not wet) cloth. 5.7. Transport the following inform...

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    43 • has the smmi lock been activated by the specialist dealer? If so, the smmi only operates with the designated motor (see section 3.2.14 - anti-theft measures). • do the smmi contacts on the dock spring back properly? Press the 8 pins into the dock one after the other using your finger. Check if ...

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    44 owner’s manual 6.0 operating instructions a2b neodrives battery 6.1.1 important instructions – please observe in any case! Apart from these operating instructions, your pedelec is provided with further documents. Please observe the specifications and instructions contained in these documents. 6.1...

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    45 6.1.3 admissible operating conditions / places of use the battery may be used at ambient temperatures between -10°c and +45°c also observe the information on the admissible operating conditions contained in the pedelec manufacturer's operating instructions. This manufacturer's resctrictions of th...

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    46 owner’s manual 6.1.6 main elements at a glance battery 1. Battery (casing) 2. Keys 3. Charger socket / motor connection 4. On/off button 5. Led energy display 6. Led rear light on the pedelec 7. Battery rail battery charger 8. Charging cable plug 5 3 6 1 4 8 2 7.

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    47 6.2. Safety instructions and warnings read and observe the following safety instructions and warnings before starting the battery and the charging process. Non-compliance with the safety information and instructions may result in damage of the product or electric shocks, fire and/ or severe injur...

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    48 owner’s manual • do not expose the battery to any kind of moisture (water, rainwater, snow, etc.) during storage! • charge the battery before storage and check the state of charge every 3 months. • store the battery in a cool and dry place where it is safe from damage and unauthorised access. • t...

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    49 6.2.4 safety instructions and warnings on the transport and dispatch of the battery lithium-ion cells are used in the a2b neodrives battery. Therefore, relevant statutory provisions are applicable to the transport and dispatch of the battery which have to be strictly complied with. For instance, ...

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    50 owner’s manual • do not subject cable and plug to pressure. Excessive stretching or bending the cables, pinching a cable between a wall and a window frame or putting heavy objects on a cable or a plug may lead to an electric shock or fire. • lay the power cable and the attached charging cable in ...

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    51 6.3. Startup 6.3.1 information on the operating modes the battery has two operating modes. It is either in "active mode" or in "deep sleep mode". When being in "active mode", the battery consumes at least 5 ma per hour (own consumption of electronics). To keep the own consumption as low as possib...

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    52 owner’s manual 6.3.3 switch-on of the battery if the battery has been used within 48 hours, it does not have to be switched on. The pedelec is operable and can be switched on via the smmi and started. If the battery is started for the first time or if it has not been used for more than 48 hours (...

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    53 6.4. Removal of the battery 6.4.1 switching off the battery the battery is switched off using the controller of the smmi (see operating instructions neodrives smmi and motor). While doing so, the battery is first put into "active mode" for 48 hours. This means that the smmi can be reactivated at ...

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    54 owner’s manual 6.5. Charging the battery completely charge the battery before using it for the first time. The battery's state of charge in general is 30% upon delivery. The battery may be charged in every state of charge without affecting the life cycle. The battery reaches its maximum life cycl...

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    55 6.5.3 led indications during charging process the following table shows the led indications of the battery during the charging process. In travelling operation or in case of storage • 100-81% roc: led1-led5 lighting • 80-61% roc: led1-led4 lighting • 60-41% roc: led1-led3 lighting • 40-21% roc: l...

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    56 owner’s manual 6.6. Keys the battery's scope of supply includes two keys to lock the battery in the battery rail. Your specialist dealer should record the identification engraved in the keys in the attached documents of the pedelec so that the keys can be reordered, as required. Therefore, please...

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    57 7.0 important safety instructions before your first tour make sure that you and your a2b are prepared for a safe and pleasant ride. Always wear an approved bicycle helmet. If you lend your a2b to some else, you should always lend an approved helmet, too. Never transport another person on your a2b...

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    58 owner’s manual check your a2b before every tour walk around your a2b before every ride and check the brakes, tyres and fit of all major fastening elements. Have your a2b maintained in accordance with the maintenance schedule and checked at least once a year by a certified a2b dealer. Your safety ...

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    59 tyre pressure. Your a2b is equipped with very durable bicycle tubes to prevent punctures. Bicycle tyres, however, usually lose pressure over time. Poorly inflated tyres might fail prematurely and mean that you have to use more power (pedalling power and motor power) to move your a2b forward. Low ...

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    60 owner’s manual 8.0 maintenance have your a2b checked and maintained regularly by an a2b specialist dealer and in accordance with the maintenance schedule (see section 13 of these operationg instructions), however, at least once a year. 8.1 wheels the front and rear wheels should be aligned centri...

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    61 8.4 drive chain your a2b is equipped with a high-quality chain. This chain must be cleaned regularly and lubricated using a synthetic lubricant recommended for bicycles. 8.5 brakes check the hydraulic brake lines for signs of wear and fray. Tightly pull the brake lever and check if the brakes ope...

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    62 owner’s manual 8.7 removing and remounting the wheels removing the front wheel 1. Loosen the quick release on the front wheel hub by turning the lever away from the hub until it is fully opened. 2. Turn the adjusting nut on the hub opposite from the quick release anti clockwise until the nut and ...

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    63 4. Hold the fork tight using your left hand and push the lever towards the fork until it is opened again. The lever must not stick out to avoid danger of injuries. The lever is safely attached if you must use efforts to push it into the closed position. The efforts are appropriate if the lever le...

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    64 owner’s manual removing the rear wheel 1. Ensure that the battery is not connected to the system any more. To that end, remove the battery from the vehicle. 2. Remove the cable holders (on the back of the dropout and on the bottom side of the left chain stay) using an appropriate allen key. 3. Di...

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    65 remounting the rear wheel carry out the steps of removal (7-1) in reverse order. A. Remount the torque support. Otherwise, the frame may be damaged. B. Ensure that the rear wheel is centred in the frame before safely tightening the hub axle nuts using 60 nm. C. Make sure that the brake disk has c...

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    66 owner’s manual for the purposes of environmental protection, we ask you to make economical use of care products and only use such products marked as environmentally friendly. If the vehicle is used in the winter, road salt may cause major damage. Do not use warm water - stronger salt-induced corr...

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    67 10.0 tecnical data general technical data • 17“ overall dimensions – 1,720 mm x 650 mm x 1,000 mm • 20“ overall dimensions – 1,745 mm x 650 mm x 1,070 mm • empty weight without battery: 22.4 kg • empty weight with battery: 25.9 kg • permissible maximum load: 160 kg • permissible maximum load of l...

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    68 owner’s manual 11.0 warranty and safety information hero eco warranty 1. Definitions 1.1 the following definitions stipulated in this clause shall apply to the warranty: goods means: in connection with the a2b: the frame, the motor system (motor and motor control), the lithium-ion battery and all...

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    69 2.3.4 if you use the goods in a way not recommended by hero eco, such as using the a2b for commercial purposes or in competitions or for the purposes of training for such activities or events; 2.3.5 by reason of non-compliance with our instructions, such as the user manual, by you; 2.3.6 in case ...

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    70 owner’s manual 12.0 disposal hero eco supports the professional disposal and recycling of our products. In case of need, please take your vehicle or vehicle components to a local disposal facility. Our specialist dealer or customer service may support you with disposal. Please call your specialis...

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    71 no. Step inspection 1 2 3 4 5 6 component assembly: frame-handlebars-stem-saddle post-saddle • check components for cracks and replace, if necessary • check screws on handlebars/stem/saddle • clean & lubricate saddle post pipe front fork • completely clean suspension fork, espec. Sliding surfaces...

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    72 owner’ s manual no. Step inspection 7 8 9 10 11 date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop steering head • check bearing play of steering head and adjust or replace, if necessary component assembly: derailleur system • clean and lubricate derailleur mechanism and derailleur. • check de...

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    73 first inspection after 200, no later than after 300 km no. Step inspection 1 2 3 4 5 6 component assembly: frame-handlebars-stem-saddle post-saddle • check components for cracks and replace, if necessary • check screws on handlebars/stem/saddle • clean & lubricate saddle post pipe front fork • co...

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    74 owner’ s manual no. Step inspection 7 8 9 10 11 date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop steering head • check bearing play of steering head and adjust or replace, if necessary component assembly: derailleur system • clean and lubricate derailleur mechanism and derailleur. • check de...

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    75 further maintenance: every 2,000 km no. Step inspection 1 2 3 4 5 6 component assembly: frame-handlebars-stem-saddle post-saddle • check components for cracks and replace, if necessary • check screws on handlebars/stem/saddle • clean & lubricate saddle post pipe front fork • completely clean susp...

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    76 owner’ s manual no. Step inspection 7 8 9 10 11 date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop steering head • check bearing play of steering head and adjust or replace, if necessary component assembly: derailleur system • clean and lubricate derailleur mechanism and derailleur. • check de...

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    77 no. Step inspection date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop date signature / stamp of the a2b specialist workshop date si...

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    78 owner’s manual 14.0 owner registration you should complete your owner registration card immediately and return it or register online on www.Wearea2b.Com so that we may send you important information in the future. Thank you. Your a2b and certain main components have unique serial numbers. You sho...

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    79 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 uk edition 1.0 july 2014 © hero eco ltd. All rights reserved, july 2014 en15194.

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