kLite ULTRA User manual

kLite ULTRA with Handlebar Mount
Assess your configuration for the best forward projection options; the ULTRA can be mounted with the mount
connector up or down based on your needs. Horizontal mounting (with the three lamps parallel to the ground) is
preferred to vertical mounting due to the design of the light beam pattern. The mounting kit provides two options, a
comprehensive handlebar mount as well as a spade-type connector that can be used in an existing GoPro™ type
mount. When using the handlebar mount, assemble the mount in its approximate configuration in advance of
attaching to the bar. Use the included inserts on smaller diameter bars. Tighten bolts to 5NM torque; do not
overtighten. There are no adjustments to the ULTRA lamp itself; it is completely sealed and weatherproof, its use
controlled by the switch on the kLite wire loom. Connect to the shortest of the three wire loom wire extensions.
kLite Wire Loom
The kLite system is designed around the wire loom and its robust, externally mounted concept is intended to
minimize backcountry troubleshooting. The wire loom comes in four configurations—two relating to the type of
dynamo hub connection (SON and Shimano / Shutter Precision) and two relating to the function of the handlebar
switch—Race Configuration—(USB always on - switch turns ULTRA lamp on and off) and Tour Configuration—
(Switch alternates between ULTRA Lamp and USB). To install, locate the position you would like the switch mounted;
it has a curved surface that makes it appropriate for mounting to bicycle frames and handlebars. Attach the switch
with included zip ties. Route the long wire extension to the dynamo hub and connect it to the hub. For SON hubs, use
a bit of dielectric grease on each connector to simplify removal later. Secure the rest of the wire to the outside of your
fork using the included zip ties. Be sure to leave some slack to accommodate the rotation of the handlebar and / or
the extension of your suspension fork. For “always on” looms, the long lead is “always on” and connects to the USB
charger and the short lead is switched and connects to the lamp.
kLite Dual USB Charger
The Dual USB charger is completely sealed and weatherproof; it can be located anywhere on the bike or on the
inside of your bikepacking bags. If you’re using the USB charger on the outside of your bags, avoid mud and dirt
collecting inside the Dual USB charger by keeping two USB plugs inserted during trail use. Avoid placing the charger
in the direct stream of flow from the tires and don’t let water pool on the inside of the USB connectors—point the
device so that water drains. Use a thin film of dielectric grease on USB connectors and on the metallic portion of the
USB charger to maximize connectivity and avoid surface rust, particularly if you’re riding in a wet environment. Attach
the Dual USB charger to the wire loom using the second longest of the three wire loom wire extensions –this is the
one that is unswitched and is “always on”. Secure the connection to the base of the USB charger with an included
short zip tie. This secure connection performs two functions—it assures the user that the device will remain
connected to the wire loom under vigorous trail vibrations and it also provides a bit of security to the user—should the
device pop out of your bag or become unsecured from your bike, it will remain
connected to the wire loom. Secure the USB charger to the outside of your bike with
the included zip ties or stow within a bikepacking bag. The red LED light turns on
when AC current flows from the dynamo hub into the unit. The amount of current
generated by a dynamo hub, even under the best of conditions, is modest; the Dual
USB charger is designed to convert the variable dynamo AC to a 5V DC stream that
is acceptable to USB devices. When using a Race Configuration wire loom, where
the USB is “always on”, know that the ULTRA lamp draws a significant amount of
current, and that with the lamp on, USB charging should be limited to low-draw
devices, such as a GPS and / or a kLite Qube. Charging high-draw devices, such as a mobile phone or a battery are
best with the ULTRA light turned off. When you’re finished riding, unplug any batteries or other battery powered
devices that you may have been charging from your dual USB charger –many of these devices will allow current to
backflow into the Qube,
Important: Secure the lead to the Dual USB Charger with a zip tie as shown in the picture .This will minimize
vibration-related wear to the connection and secure the device to the wire loom, minimizing on-the-trail loss.

kLite Qube, Front / Rear Qube, and XL Front / Rear Qube
Attach the kLite Qube USB to the Dual USB and with the available wire slack, determine the best location to mount
your device. The attached mounting kit provides different diameters which make mounting easy to different sizes of
bicycle tubes. Place the retention grip strip against the frame, and attach the mount with the included zip ties. Attach
the Qube with included hardware, paying attention to not overtighten beyond 3NM torque. The Qube draws extremely
low current which is often below the parasitic cutoff threshold in other USB outputs. If using with a USB charge
battery, be sure the unit does not include an auto shut-off feature since the Qube draws below this threshold. The
Qube has an on-board capacitor that allows the device to continue operating for a minute or two even after current
has stopped flowing to the device.
Dielectric Grease
A thin layer of dielectric grease is a great way to assure your USB and dynamo connections continue to provide solid
connectivity even in wet conditions. It also helps to minimize any surface rust and corrosion that can appear on the
metallic parts of your Dual USB charger, USB cables, and dynamo connections. It is particularly useful when riding in
wet conditions. Dielectric grease is used in many different automotive applications, including lighting, and is readily
available in auto parts stores and other outlets. Please follow manufacturers’recommendations on use and safety.
Country of Origin: Australia
Safety Information:
Improperly installed and / or adjusted bicycle accessories can cause serious harm and death and may severely damage your
bicycle. A broken or malfunctioning accessory may cause loss of vehicle control and result in serious injury or death. Modification,
improper service or use of aftermarket replacement parts voids the warranty and may cause the items to malfunction, resulting in a
loss of vehicle control and serious injury or death. Perform a pre-ride safety check on your components and always wear a helmet.
Do not modify your kLite components; they contain no serviceable parts and must be replaced in their entirety if damaged. For more
information, please visit http://klite.com.au for further information.
Two Year Warranty from Date of Purchase.
This warranty is conditioned on the kLite product being operated under normal conditions and properly maintained. This warranty is
only applicable to kLite products purchased new directly from kLite or an authorized kLite retailer and is made only to the original
retail owner; it is not transferrable to subsequent owners. This warranty is void if the kLite product is subjected to abuse, neglect,
improper repair, improper service or maintenance, alteration, modification, accident, or other abnormal, excessive, or improper use.
Should it be determined, by kLite or an authorized kLite retailer in its sole and final discretion, that a kLite product is covered by this
warranty, it will be repaired or replaced, by a comparable model, at kLite’s sole option, which will be conclusive and binding. This is
the exclusive remedy under this warranty, and all other remedies and damages that may otherwise be applicable are excluded,
including, but not limited to, incidental or consequential damages or punitive damages. This limited warranty does not apply to
normal wear and tear, malfunctions or failures that result from abuse, improper assembly, neglect, alteration, improper maintenance,
crash, misuse, or collision. Warranty will not be extended to kLite products that have been modified by the user, including but not
limited to, modifications to the wiring loom ends, switches, lamp connectors, and USB devices. This limited warranty gives the
consumer specific legal rights. The consumer may also have other legal rights that vary from state to state or country to country.
Some states and countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or warranties, so the
above limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. If it is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that a certain provision of
this limited warranty does not apply, such determination shall not affect any other provision of this limited warranty and all other
provisions shall remain in effect. This is the only warranty made by kLite on its products and components, and there are no
warranties that extend beyond the description herein. Any warranties that may otherwise be implied by law, including but not limited
to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are excluded.

Getting to Know Your kLite System / Troubleshooting
One of the challenges riders face is managing the modest stream of current that comes from the dynamo hub. When riding with the
ULTRA lamp on, it will consume at least 2/3 of the dynamo stream at full power. If you place a demand on the system that causes
the it to balance between the ULTRA lamp and the USB charger, the center light of the ULTRA will turn off to help balance the
current. When riding at night with the ULTRA lamp on, limit your charging to low draw devices, like the Qube and / or the backlight of
your GPS unit. Riding at night with the ULTRA while charging a high draw device like a battery or a phone will cause the ULTRA
lamp to balance the demands on the system by turning off the center bulb. The best use of the dynamo system is to charge high
draw devices like a battery and / or phone during the daytime with the ULTRA lamp switched off, and at night, being judicious with
your use of charging and limiting it to low-draw devices. Experimentation with your exact devices is your best bet here.
Which lead do I use for which device?: The short lead is switched and the long lead is “always on”. The switched lead
is intended for the ULTRA lamp and the always on lead is intended for the USB charger.
I can’t get the center lamp of my ULTRA to turn on: Unplug all loads from the USB charger, confirm that the wire
loom is attached to the dynamo hub, and ride your bike up to above 8MPH. The center lamp should come on above 8MPH. The
ULTRA lamp consumes 2/3 of the dynamo output and leaves 1/3 for the charging of devices while the lamp is on. This means that
while riding at night at full lamp output, the USB charger can power low-draw devices like the Qube or the backlight on your GPS,
but not high draw devices like a battery or a phone without compromising the output of the lamp. Charge high-draw devices during
the daytime while your lamp is switched off.
While charging, my phone constantly indicates power on / power off, turning the screen on and
disrupting the charge cycle: While riding, the output from the dynamo will vary based on your speed. The USB charger
takes the variable voltage alternating current from the dynamo and inverts it to direct current and rectifies it at a constant 5 volts. As
you ride at faster speeds, the AC output increases, and at lower speeds, the AC output decreases. When the AC output decreases
below the threshold your device recognizes, you may get the “power on / power off”screen noted above. The best way to address
this is to add a “pass through”battery in line with your charging situation. Pass through batteries, like Nitecore, Voltaic, and others,
allow the battery to charge from the variable output of the USB charger while providing a constant charge to the device, minimizing
the disruptive behavior of the “power on / power off”cycle.
I woke up this morning, packed up my tent, and saw that my Qube was still blinking! What’s
wrong?: When you’re finished riding for the day, unplug any devices that have been charging from the USB charger, including
GPS devices. In some cases, units do not have diode protection and will backflow current into the kLite system, causing devices like
the Qube to continue to operate.
I turned off my ULTRA handlebar switch but the lamp is still on! What’s wrong?: Two things may be
happening. First, check to make sure your ULTRA is plugged into the shorter of the two leads from the handlebar switch. The
shorter of the two leads is switched and the longer of the two leads is “always on”. If you have the longer lead plugged into the
ULTRA, the switch won’t control the lamp and it will appear on despite the switch position –if this is happening, swap the leads.
Second, know that the ULTRA contains a capacitor pack that keeps the lamp on for 10+ minutes even when current is no longer
flowing to the lamp. This is a feature—it allows the rider light for a few minutes and allows the provision of light while moving slowly.
Stealth Camping with kLite onboard your bike: The capacitor features of the ULTRA and Qube do provide a few
minutes of safety while not moving, but they also are a bit of buzzkill when seeking out stealth camping spots. When seeking a
stealth camping spot, unplug your Qube and give it five minutes to power down the capacitors. Throw a sock, knit cap, or something
else opaque over the ULTRA lamp and you should be good to go for your stealthy adventure. We’re assuming you have a headlamp
to help you get that rock out from under your bivvy or tent site.
How do I connect my alternating current dynamo tail light?: A/C tail lights can be connected by configuring a “y”
connector and connecting it to the short, switched lead from the handlebar switch. Remember to use an in-line resistor so that all of
the current from the dynamo doesn’t flow to the tail light and overload the circuit. Better yet, switch to a Qube tail light, it draws so
much less current and is a better use of your energy.
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