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1Owner’s manual Kuo+


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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 vehicle 29
12.0 Troubleshooting 30
13.0 Technical data 31
14.0 Warranty and safety notes 32
15.0 Disposal 33
16.0 Owner registration 34

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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 more fun,
easier to park and will reduce your fuel costs as well as your impact on the environment… as you’ll soon find out!
Feeling energetic?
You can ride your new A2B Kuo+ powered off and then switch the assistance on for hills and headwinds.
WARNING
• Wear light fluorescent clothing at night.
• Your existing insurance policies may not provide accident cover for your A2B Kuo+*. Contact your insurance company or agent
for information.
• This owner’s manual makes no representation about the safe use of the A2B Kuo+ under all conditions. See your A2B dealer for all
service, repairs or maintenance and for referral to suitable classes, clinics and books on cycling.
Hero Eco
www.wearea2b.com
*’ A2B Kuo+ electric bike will be referred to as "A2B Kuo+" throughout of this manual.
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

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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 failure.
2.0 Important Information
This owner’s manual contains important safety, performance and service information.
Please ensure that users of your A2B Kuo+ read and understand the following important warnings and cautions before their first trip.
If you have any questions or are not sure about any instructions in this owner´s manual ask your A2B dealer.
Read and understand the following warnings and cautions.
If your A2B Kuo+ is used by others, please show this section to them so that they are aware of these important warnings to reduce the risk
of an accident.
Important terms
Throughout the manual, the following symbols and terms call your attention to important warnings, cautions and notes. Read, understand
and follow them whilst using your A2B Kuo+.

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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 and battery charged
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:
1. Carefully open the flaps at the top of the carton. Remove all
staples (with pliers if necessary), to avoid scratching yourself or
your bike.
2. Carefully lift the bike out of the carton. Two people are
recommended.
3. Lay the bike on a tarpaulin or blanket to avoid scratching any
unprotected surface whilst you remove the packing materials.
4. Remove the accessory boxes from the carton.
5. Using the side cutters, clip the cable ties that hold various
components to the frame. ONLY clip those cable ties that are
used to attach components to the frame or prevent movement
during shipment (and NOT those trimmed of excess length).
The A2B Kuo+ has cable ties that manage electrical and control
cable routing (and ARE trimmed of excess length). DO NOT clip
these cable ties as they are necessary for the safe operation of the
vehicle.
6. Remove all of the protective wrapping from the bike and dispose
of the packaging responsibly.
7. The battery and charger should be tested when received. If the
battery or charger is damaged in any way, a claim should be filed
with the carrier. A full report of the damage should be obtained
by the claim agent, and this report should be forwarded to
Hero Eco. Hero Eco or its agent will advise the action required
and arrange for repair or replacement.
Make sure the battery is fully charged before using the A2B
Kuo+ for the first time. How to handle the battery and how to charge
please see section 7.2 & 7.3

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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 fork
16. Front brake
17. Pedal, crank arm and chain ring
18. Drive chain
19. Motor cable connector
20. Battery
21. Kickstand
22. Rear brake
23. Motor
24. Rear derailleur 7 speed gear set
25. Rear wheel
26. Rear light
4.0 Your A2B Kuo+
4.1 Components
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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 checking with your A2B dealer.
ALWAYS: Follow the component manufacturer’s instructions if
they conflict with these instructions.
Failure to confirm compatibility, properly install, and operate
and maintain any component or accessory can result in serious
injury or death.
Using non-genuine components or replacement parts may
compromise the safety of your bike and void the warranty. Check
compatibility with your A2B dealer before changing any
components.
If you change components or add accessories, you do so at
your own risk because Hero Eco may not have tested that
component or accessory for compatibility, reliability or safety on
your A2B Kuo+.

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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 Kuo+ prior to
use may result in an accident resulting in death, serious injury and/
or property damage. If you are uncertain about any aspect of the
assembly and adjustment of your bike contact your A2B dealer.
There are no user serviceable elements in the motor, motor
controller, battery, battery charger, or wiring harness of your A2B Kuo+.
DO NOT disassemble or adjust any of these components. This may
cause extensive damage to these components, void your warranty,
and may cause hazard. If you cannot resolve a problem using the
information in this owner’s manual contact your A2B dealer.
5.2 Tools and equipment
• 4mm allen key
• 5mm allen key
• 6mm allen key
• Small Phillips screwdriver
• Light grease (white lithium grease or equivalent)
5.3 Installing the Seat Post
1. Ensure that the seat post quick release lock is in the open
position (image A).
2. Insert the saddle post stem into the seat post down tube (image B).
3. Lock the quick release mechanism by pushing the lever towards
frame, ensuring that it does not protrude so as to cause injury to
the rider (image C).
It is recommended that you adjust the tightness of the quick
release lever manually by either loosening or tightening the lock nut,
prior to securing the seat post.
BA C

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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 the right.
3. To open the pedal. Press again the pedal towards the bike and
then move the pedal through 90 to the central open position.
4. Ensure that the pedals are locked tight before attempting to ride
the bike.
An improperly opened pedal may fold close whilst in use.
This may cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death and
property damage. Ensure that your pedals are properly unfolded
and clicked into place before each ride.
5.5 Brake lever adjustment
Can you comfortably operate the brakes? If not, take your A2B
Kuo+ to your A2B dealer and ask them to adjust the angle of the
brake levers.
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