MBM KAIROS PLUS User manual
KAIROS PLUS 29"
USER MANUAL
KAIROS PLUS
KAIROS PLUS USER MANUAL
1. FOREWARD 4
1.1 Generalities 4
1.2 Assistance 4
1.3 Graphic form of safety warnings 4
2. WARNINGS FROM SECURITY 5
2.1 Liability 5
2.2 Warnings for the users 6
2.3 Warnings for there maintenance 6
2.4 Other provisions 7
2.5 Unpacking and seting up 7
2.5.1
Saddle adjustement 7
2.5.2
Pedals assembly 8
3. DESCRIPTION OF THE BICYCLE 9
3.1 General description 9
3.2 Technical form 10
3.3 Levers of the brakes 11
3.4 Speed change 11
3.5 Management system Of assistance 12
3.5.1
Management assistance command 12
3.5.2
Power on/off of the system 12
3.5.3
Assistance activation 13
3.5.4
Levels of assistance 13
3.6 Graphics interface of displays 14
3.6.1
General description screens 14
3.7
Computer mode 15
3.7.1
Race mode 15
3.7.2
Summary mode 16
3.8 Assisted walk mode 17
INDEX
3.9 Menù 18
3.9.1
Brightness screen 19
3.9.2
Language change 19
3.9.3
Unit Of measure 19
3.9.4
Weight 20
3.9.5
Gender 20
3.10 Error code 20
3.10.1 Resolution of the problems 22
3.11 Battery 23
3.11.1
State Of charge 23
3.11.2
Installation/removal battery 23
3.11.3
Loading battery 25
3.11.4
Resolution of the problems 25
3.12 Suspension 26
4. CONDITIONS OF USE AND ENVIRONMENT EXPECTED 27
4.1 Expected use 27
4.2 Environment of use 28
4.3 Improper use and contraindications 28
5. LIFTING AND TRANSPORT 29
5.1 Lifting 29
5.2 Transportation 29
6. COMMISSIONING 30
6.1 Load of the battery 30
6.2 Checks of foreplay 31
6.2.1
Devices Of command 31
6.2.2
Wheels 31
6.2.3
Braking 31
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6.2.4
Position of frame, handlebar and saddle 32
6.2.5
Brakes 33
6.2.6
Suspensions adjustement 33
7. USE OF THE BICYCLE 34
7.1 Use ofthe bicycle 35
7.2 Braking 35
7.3 Parking of the bicycle 35
8. MAINTENANCE 36
8.1 Generalities 36
8.2 Maintenance and daily check 36
8.2.1
Check of tags and pictograms 36
8.2.2
Check of the wheels 36
8.2.3
Check of the brakes 37
8.3 Maintenance and weekly check 37
8.3.1
Washing and cleaning
37
8.3.2
Lubrication and voltage chain check 37
8.3.3
Check of the frame and of the bolts 37
8.4 Maintenance and monthly check 38
8.4.1
Check of the circuits and electrical components 38
8.4.2
Check and regulation of the derailleur 38
9. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SPARE PARTS 39
10. DEPOSIT TO WAREHOUSE 39
11. DISPOSAL FROM COMPONENTS AND MATERIALS 40
12. STANDARDS FROM WARRANTY 41
13. CONFORMITY 42
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1. FOREWARD
1.1 Generalities
This manual is an integral and essential part of the pedal assisted bicycle models KAIROS PLUS 29’’
Before commissioning, users must read, understand and scrupulously follow the instructions below.
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused to persons and/or things or to pedal assisted bicycles if they are used
incorrectly with respect to the instructions indicated.
With a view to continuous technological development, the manufacturer reserves the right to modify the components,
including the frame, without notice and without this manual being automatically updated.
1.2 Assistance
For any inconvenience or request for clarification, contact the authorized dealer, who has competent and specialized
personnel, as well as specific equipment and original spare parts.
1.3 Graphical form of security events
To identify the safety messages in this manual, the following graphic signaling symbols will be used. They have the function
of attracting the attention of the reader / user for the purposes of correct and safe use of the pedal assisted bicycle.
It highlights rules of conduct to be followed
in order to avoid damage to the pedal
assisted bicycle and/or the occurrence of
dangerous situations.
It highlights the presence of dangers that
cause residual risks to which the user must
pay attention in order to avoid accidents or
damage to property.
DANGER
ATTENTION
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2. SECURITY WARNINGS
Even if you are already familiar with the use of pedal assisted bicycles, it is necessary to follow the instructions given here, in
addition to the general precautions to observe when driving a motorized vehicle. In particular:
•Acquire full knowledge of the pedal assisted bicycle;
•Read the manual carefully to learn about the operation, the safety devices and all the precautions necessary for the safe
use of the vehicle. All this to allow safe use;
•Carefully maintain the pedal assisted bicycle in perfect working order.
For any inconvenience or request for clarification, do not hesitate to contact the authorized dealer, who has competent and
specialized personnel, specific equipment and original spare parts.
2.1 Liability
Failure to comply with the operating instructions and safety prescriptions contained in this manual exempts the
manufacturer from any liability.
If the maintenance of the pedal assisted bicycle is carried out in a way that does not comply with the instructions provided,
with non-original spare parts or in any case in such a way as to jeopardize its integrity or modify its characteristics, the
manufacturer will consider itself relieved of any responsibility relating to the safety of people and malfunctioning of the pedal
assisted bicycle.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
USE OF THE PEDAL ASSISTED BICYCLE
Each user must first read the instruction manual, especially the chapter on safety instructions.
POSSIBILY RISKS
•Despite the application of the safety devices, for safe use of the pedal assisted bicycle you must take note of all the
prescriptions relating to the prevention of accidents contained in this manual.
•Always stay focused while riding and DO NOT underestimate the residual risks connected with the use of the pedal assisted
bicycle
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For any data that is not understood or cannot be deduced from this manual, it is recommended to consult the authorized
dealer directly.
2.2 Warnings for the users
1. It is forbidden to carry a passenger.
2. Only to be used by experienced adults and children.
3. Do not take alcohol or drugs before riding the pedal assisted bicycle.
4. These pedal assisted bicycle models are designed and built to be used outdoors, on roads and in private and public
environments.
5. Do not ask the pedal assisted bicycle to perform in excess of what it was designed for.
6. Never ride the pedal assisted bicycle with parts removed.
7. Ride with both hands on the handlebars.
8. Replace worn and/or damaged parts and check that the guards work properly before use.
2.3 Warnings for the maintenance
1. All maintenance operations must be carried out with the battery disconnected.
2. During each maintenance phase, the operators must be equipped with the necessary accident prevention equipment.
3. The tools used for maintenance must be suitable and of good quality.
4. Do not use gasoline or flammable solvents as cleaners, always use non-flammable and non-toxic solvents.
5. Limit the use of compressed air for cleaning as much as possible (max 2 bar) and protect yourself with goggles with side
guards.
6. Never resort to the use of open flames as a means of lighting when carrying out checks or maintenance operations.
7. After each maintenance or adjustment operation, make sure that no tools or foreign bodies remain between the moving
parts of the pedal assisted bicycle.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
NOT AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
If you hear unusual noises, or feel something strange, stop the pedal assisted bicycle immediately. Then
carry out a check and, if necessary, contact your authorized dealer.
ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT
Only use original spare parts supplied by M.B.M. S.r.l. Single-member.
The Manufacturer is excluded from any liability for damage or loss of functionality caused
by the use of non-original accessories and parts.
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2.4 Other provisions
The first thing to do when starting use is to check the presence and integrity of the protections and the functioning of the
safety devices. If you find any defects, do not use the pedal assisted bicycle!
2.5 Unpacking and setting up
The pedal assisted bicycle is delivered fully assembled and functional.
2.5.1 Saddle adjustement
Adjusting the height of the saddle is an essential prerogative for the correct use of the pedal assisted bicycle. Incorrect
adjustment can generate structural breaks in the frame.
Adjust the height of the saddle using the screw located in the collar (Ref. A - Figure 1).
Verify that the mechanism is tightened before testing the seat and using the vehicle. Do not tighten the collar screw (Ref. A -
Figure 1) beyond the maximum value of 8 Nm. Do not lift the saddle beyond the limit switch located in the tube (Ref. B -
Figure 1).
SHELTERS
It is therefore strictly forbidden to modify or remove the guards,
controls, labels and indication plates.
DANGER
DANGER
ATTENTION
IMPORTANT:
For your safety, the seat post reference
mark (B) should never be outside the tube
into which the seat post is inserted.
PACKING
In the event that you do not have the
appropriate instrumentation for
adjustment or you do not have the skills,
contact your authorized dealer.
FIG. 1
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ATTENTION
PACKING
If you do not have the appropriate instruments for
adjustment or do not have the skills, contact your
authorized dealer.
2.5.2 Pedals assembly
Right Pedal: identified by the letter R marked on its pin. To
assemble the pedal, screw it in by turning the pin clockwise.
(Figure 2)
Left Pedal: identified by the letter L marked on its pin. To
assemble the pedal, screw it in by turning the pin
counterclockwise. (Figure 2)
FIG. 2
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3. DESCRIPTION OF THE BICYCLE
3.1 General description
The pedal assisted bicycle is designed and built to be used outdoors, on roads and in private or public environments.
In particular, the components and the type of pedal assisted bicycle allow you to tackle routes with asphalted surfaces and
dirt roads without particular roughness.
The pedal assisted bicycle is equipped with a rechargeable battery and an electric motor, whose intervention takes place
only in conjunction with pedaling and progressively stops as the speed of the vehicle approaches 25 km/h, to then stop
completely at this speed.
For the management of the assistance system there is a special control located next to the left grip on the handlebar.
On the right side of the handlebar there is a control system for selecting gears.
INCORRECT AND UNINTENDED USE
The bicycle was designed and built for the specified use;
a different use and failure to comply with the technical parameters set by
the Manufacturer can constitute a dangerous condition for the users.
DANGER
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3.2 Data sheet
1. HANDLEBAR AND COMMAND
2. MOTOR
3. SADDLE
4. BATTERY
5. PEDALS
6. FORK
7. SHIFTER
CODE E1329PL
FRAME HYDROFORMED ALUMINUM
FORK CUSHIONED WITH ADJUSTMENT
CRANKSET 34 DENTI
SHIFTER DEORE
SHIFTER COMMAND 11 SPEEDS
BRAKES SHIMANO MT200 HYDRAULIC
DISKS SHIMANO RT10
CENTER LOCK 180 F/180 R
TYRES 29*2.60
SADDLE S SAN MARCO SHORTFIT
PEDALS RIGHT AND LEFT IN STEEL
POLYMER MATERIAL
MOTOR OLI SPORT PLUS 85 NM
BATTERY PHYLION INTEGRATED BN21L, 36V,
14,5 AH, 522 WH
MAX. SPEED
ASSISTED 25 KM/H
DISPLAY LCD
LEVEL OF POWER 5
WEIGHT 25 KG
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3.3 Levers of brakes
The brake levers (Ref. C - Figure 3) are located on the handlebar of the pedal assisted bicycle, near the grips (Ref. D - Figure
3). These systems make it possible to control the brake disc calipers, located near the wheel hubs. The right lever controls
the rear brake, the left one the front brake; the braking action is proportional to the force applied to the lever.
3.4 Speed changes
The pedal assisted bicycle has an 11-speed shifter with the sprockets positioned on the rear wheel hub and selectable using
the opposing levers located at the base of the right knob. The indicator (Ref. E - Figure 3)
present in the upper part of the handlebar, it allows you to view the selected ratio.
FIG. 3
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3.5 Management system of assistance
3.5.1 Management assistance command
The pedal assisted bicycle has, in the center of the
handlebar, a display which allows you to manage the
operation of the electric motor, as well as other basic
functions illustrated below. (Figure 4)
Near the left handlebar grip there are 3 buttons,
which can be used with a short or long pressure, thanks to
which it is possible to control the functions of the display.
(Figure 5)
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
3.5.2 Power on/off of the system
To activate the system, press the "POWER" key (Ref.H - Figure 5) until the start-up diagram is displayed or press the "ON"
button on the battery. To turn off the display, press and hold the “POWER” key until the shutdown screen appears, or, press
the “OFF” button on the battery. If the E-Bike is not used for a variable amount of time, depending on the battery, the system
will switch off automatically.
button short pressure/ <1 second long pressure / > 2 seconds
(H) POWER
Allows you to: scroll in the Home
from one main screen to another;
scroll between the Home and the
Menu; confirm the action while
editing
Allows you to:
turn on and off the display; from
the Menu and Advanced section,
return to the last screen
Home displayed.
(F) UP
It allows scrolling through the
menu items, going upwards.
It allows increasing the level of
assistance.
from any main screen, it allows
you to change the operating
mode of the lights
(G) down
allows you to scroll down
through the menu items.
allows you to reduce the level of
assistance.
from any main screen, it allows
you to activate Walk mode
(F + G)
DOWN + UP
-
from the main screens, pressing
the two keys at the same time
allows access to the menù
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ATTENTION:
The system has 5 levels of assistance which increase the
power supplied by the motor. If level 0 is set, assistance is
deactivated
ATTENTION
FIG. 5
3.5.3. Assistence activation
The thruster activates and deactivates immediately if pedaling stops. The engine power depends on the force exerted on the
pedals, according to a multiplier factor depending on the level of assistance selected.
3.5.4 Levels of assistance
The assistance level can be changed from any screen in the Home section by pressing the "UP" key (Ref. F - Figure 5) to
increase it and the "DOWN" key (Ref. G - Figure 5) to decrease it.
Multiplication factor for each level of assistance:
LEVEL 0 - NO ASSISTANCE
LEVEL 1 - ASSISTANCE 12,5%
Recommended route: flat - long distances
LEVEL 2- ASSISTANCE 25%
Recommended route: flat/hilly - medium-long distances
LEVEL 3- ASSISTANCE 50%
Recommended route: hilly/medium climb - medium mileage
LEVEL 4- ASSISTANCE 75%
Recommended route: uphill - medium-short distances
LEVEL 5- ASSISTANCE 100%
Recommended route: demanding climb - short route
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3.6 Graphic interface of display
After switching on, the first Distance screen of the Home section is displayed.
The Home section consists of 6 screens. To scroll through the screens it is necessary to press the "POWER" key.
From any screen in the Home section, you can:
›adjust the assistance level by pressing the "UP" and "DOWN" buttons;
›enter Walk mode by holding down the "DOWN" key;
›enter the Menu section by holding down the "UP"+"DOWN" keys simultaneously for 2”.
3.6.1. General composition screens
The Home section screens differ from each other in the type of information that is displayed. (Figure 4.1)
1. BATTERY
Charge status percentage.
2. CURRENT E-BIKE SPEED
In kilometres/hour (km/h).
3. GRAPHIC POWER DISPLAY
Upper bar: engine power, Lower bar:
rider power.
4. ASSISTANCE LEVEL (REF. 3.5.4)
5. NAVIGATION BAR
present on each screen, indicates the
current screen.
FIG. 4.1
POWER MOTOR
POWER CYCLE
DISTANCE DONE
TIME PASSED
PEDALS
BURN ENERGY
CONSUMPTION
TOT DISTANCED DONE
AVERAGE SPEED
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FIG. 4.3
1. Indicates the distance traveled in
kilometers (km) since the last reset.
2. Indicates the elapsed time in motion since
the last reset. The value is expressed in
hours:minutes:seconds.
3. Indicates the average speed in kilometers
per hour (km/h) recorded since the last
reset.
4. Indicates the average energy consumption
in watt-hours per kilometer (Wh/km),
calculated since the last reset.
5. Indicates the energy consumed by the
cyclist in kilocalories (kcal) since the last
reset.
6. Indicates the total distance traveled by the
eBike in kilometers (km). Non-resettable
value.
3.7.2. Resume mode
It is the sixth screen of the Home section.
This screen summarizes the variable parameters from the previous screens. (Figure 4.3)
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FIG. 5
3.8 Walk assistance mode
The system is equipped with a walking assistance function that allows you to activate the motor up to a maximum speed of 6
km/h, to make it easier to tackle short stretches by pushing the e-bike.
To activate the walk assistance function, hold down the "DOWN" key (ref. G in Figure 5). The engine will start and the
appropriate warning will appear on the display. The engine will deactivate in the following cases:
•Release of the "DOWN" button (Ref. G in Figure 5);
•Speed higher than 6km/h;
•Locking of the e-bike wheel.
NOTE: By selecting the assistance level “0” the motor is completely disabled and it is not possible to use the walking
assistance mode.
Before activating the walking assistance mode,
hold the handlebar firmly to avoid injury.
ATTENTION
FIG. 4.5
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TRIP RESET
The Reset trip item allows you to reset all recorded lap data by resetting the counters to zero (0).
ADVANCE
By selecting this function, you enter the advanced settings menu.
SYSTEM INFO
In this screen it is possible to view the versions of the firmware, of the installed graphical user interface and
of the associated motor.
BATTERY INFO
By selecting this function, you can view the battery information.
BACKWARDS
By selecting this function, you return to the initial screen.
3.9 Menù
By pressing the "UP"+"DOWN" buttons (Ref. F - G - Figure 5) simultaneously for two seconds, it is possible to open the
menu screen. From any screen, by holding down the "POWER" key for 2 seconds, you can return to the last Home screen
displayed. Once entered, it is possible to move in the menu with the "UP" and "DOWN" buttons and press "POWER" to
enter.
Before pressing the F and G keys at the same time (Figure 5), position yourself firmly on the bike and
apply the brake, so as not to accidentally activate the start-from-standby mode.
ATTENTION
FIG. 4.4
By selecting the ADVANCED setting, you enter the advanced
settings menu, in which it is possible to modify or check the
essential parameters of the display. Specifically, you can
change the brightness, language, unit, weight, gender
and night mode. (Figure 4.5)
FIG. 4.6
FIG. 4.7
FIG. 4.8
3.9.1. Brightness screen
From this screen you can adjust the brightness of the
screen.Use the "UP" and "DOWN" keys to scroll through the
values from 1 to 10. The selected value is highlighted in the
middle of the white line.(Figure 4.6)
3.9.2. Language change
From this screen you can choose the language of the unit
texts. Use the "UP" and "DOWN" keys to scroll through the
available items. The selected value is highlighted in the
middle of the white line.(Figure 4.7)
3.9.3 Unit of measure
From this screen it is possible to select the unit of measure
with which they are calculated:
> instantaneous speed;
> average speed;
> average consumption;
› lap distance;
› total distance.
Use the "UP" and "DOWN" keys to scroll through
the available items. The selected value is
highlighted in the middle of the white line.(Figure
4.8)
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FIG. 4.9
FIG. 4.10
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3.9.4 Weight
From this screen you can set your body weight by choosing a
value between 50 and 150 kg. The setting of this datum is not
necessary for the correct functioning of the eBike. The value
has the sole purpose of making the calculation of calories
consumed reliable.Use the up and down keys to scroll
through the available items. The selected value is
highlighted in the middle of the white line. (Figure 4.9)
3.9.5 Gender
From this screen you can set your gender. The setting of
this datum is not necessary for the correct functioning of
the eBike. The value has the sole purpose of making the
calculation of calories consumed reliable. Use the up and
down keys to scroll through the available items. The
selected value is highlighted in the middle of the white
line. (Figure 4.10)
3.10 Error code
In the event of an anomaly, the system notifies the user of the problem by displaying a danger icon combined
with a 4-character code which allows the type of error to be traced.
Depending on the type of fault, the system could prevent the engine from starting or make it run at reduced
power. Where "request assistance" is indicated, the intervention of a specialized OLI eBike Systems technician
is required.
ATTENTION
Depending on the type of fault, the
system could prevent the engine from
starting or running at maximum power.
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