Kaabo Mantis Urban – Full Setup, Charging, Controls & Safety GuideUpdated 3 months ago

📄 Full Manual

You can download the manual here.

📦 What’s Included

• Mantis scooter (handlebar detached)
• Charger (2.0A)
• Tools
• User manual

🧩 Product Overview

Key components include:

• Display screen
• Power button
• Throttle (acceleration button)
• Brake lever
• Turn signal buttons
• Headlights
• Folding mechanism
• Charging port
• Rear motor
• Kickstand

⚙️ Assembly

Steps

1. Lift and straighten the handlebar stem
2. Push the locking lever upwards to secure it
3. Ensure the quick-release is fully locked before riding

👉 This step is critical for safety

🔁 Folding & Unfolding

To Fold

1. Pull up the lock buckle
2. Lower the stem
3. Hook into the rear latch

To Unfold

1. Lift the stem
2. Lock it into position
3. Secure the lever

🔋 Charging

Steps

1. Turn scooter OFF
2. Open charging port
3. Connect charger to scooter
4. Plug into wall outlet

Indicators

• Red light = charging
• Green light = fully charged

Charging Time

• Approx. 5–7 hours

🔋 Battery Care

• Charge after every use (recommended)
• Charge at least every 3 months if not used
• Avoid full discharge
• Store in a cool, dry place
• Avoid extreme temperatures

👉 Battery performance drops in cold weather and recovers when warmer 

⚠️ Charging Safety

• Only use original charger
• Do NOT charge when wet or damaged
• Do NOT charge in extreme temperatures (<0°C or >40°C)
• Do NOT leave plugged in for more than 24 hours
• Stop charging if overheating, smell, or leakage occurs

🎮 Controls & Operation

Power

• Hold power button for 2 seconds to turn ON

Acceleration

• Press throttle to accelerate
• Scooter uses kick-to-start (must be moving first)

Modes / Gears

• 3 speed levels available (1–3)
• Gear 3 = maximum speed

Lights

• Long press mode button to toggle lights

Turn Signals

• Located on handlebar
• Blink automatically (~12 seconds)
• Press again to cancel

🔐 NFC Unlock

• Scooter requires NFC card to unlock
• Tap card on display area to start riding

⚙️ Advanced Settings

• Hold MODE for 2–3 seconds to enter settings
• Password: 1500
• Includes speed, braking, and performance adjustments

🛵 How to Ride

1. Wear helmet and protective gear
2. Power ON and unlock with NFC
3. Push scooter forward
4. Use throttle to accelerate
5. Brake gently to slow down

⚠️ Safety Guidelines

MUST DO

• Wear helmet and protective gear
• Ride on safe, stable surfaces
• Follow local laws

DO NOT:

• Ride in heavy rain or deep water
• Carry passengers
• Perform tricks or jumps
• Ride on stairs or high obstacles (>3 cm)
• Use while damaged

👉 The manual clearly warns that improper use can cause injury or damage 

🔧 Maintenance

Cleaning

• Use damp cloth only
• Do NOT use chemicals or pressure washers

Battery

• Replace when capacity drops below ~50%
• Do NOT open or modify

Storage

• Store indoors
• Avoid heat, cold, and moisture

🚨 Important Notes

• Max rider weight: 120 kg
• Recommended operating temp: -5°C to 40°C
• Charge before first ride (~6 hours)
• Replace critical screws yearly or after ~5000 km