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- Page 2 *NOTE: Travel Scooter options vary by country. Please contact your Provider to determine which options are available for your Travel Scooter. NOTE: Please become familiar with your Travel Scooter’s model number. The number can be found on the product speci cation sheet in your owner’s package. Throughout this owner’s manual, Travel Scooter attributes are indenti ed by model number (far left-hand column on Travel Scooter Features Table).
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Page 3: Safety Guidelines
SAFETY GUIDELINES ....................3 SAFETY ......................4 YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER ................6 III. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ................. 13 OPERATION ....................19 COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ................21 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..............24 VII. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ................26 VIII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................28 WARNING! An authorized Provider or quali ed technician must perform the initial setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual. - Page 4 The symbols below are used on the Travel Scooter to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely. NOTE: There are more warnings identi ed and explained in the Consumer Safety Guide that is included with your Travel Scooter.
- Page 5 MANDATORY! Do not operate your new Travel Scooter for the rst time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual and the Consumer Safety Guide. Your Travel Scooter is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. We provide an extensive variety of products to best t the individual needs of the Travel Scooter user.
- Page 6 The tiller console houses all controls needed to drive your Travel Scooter, including the key switch, throttle control lever, horn button, speed adjustment dial, and the battery condition meter. Please refer to the Travel Scooter Features Table on the inside of the front cover of this owner’s manual to determine which console gure to choose.
- Page 7 This button activates a warning horn. Your Travel Scooter must be turned on for the horn to be operational. Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when doing so may prevent accident or injury. Insert the key into the key switch and turn it clockwise to power up (turn on) your Travel Scooter. Turn the key counterclockwise to power down (turn off) your Travel Scooter.
- Page 8 This dial allows you to preselect and limit your Travel Scooter’s top speed. The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting. The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting. This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your scooter up to the maximum speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial.
- Page 9 Whenever you need or want to push your Travel Scooter for short distances, you can put it in freewheel mode. 1. Locate the manual freewheel lever at the top right of the rear section. 2. Push forward on the manual freewheel lever to disable the drive system and the brake system. You may now push your Travel Scooter.
- Page 10 Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an innovative, easy-to-remove battery pack. A handle on the top of the battery pack makes it easy to lift the pack off of the Travel Scooter with one hand. The battery pack contains two rechargable batteries, and may contain the charger power cord receptacle, the main circuit breaker (reset button), and the battery pack fuse.
- Page 11 The 3-pin end of the charger power cord plugs into this receptacle. See gures 7 and 8. The fuse located under the battery pack protects the tiller console electronics. See gure 6. In the event any component of the tiller console is not responding, check this fuse.
- Page 12 On certain models, you can change the color of your Travel Scooter by removing the colored plastic shroud panel pieces and replacing them with one of the other supplied sets. The panels are held in place by a hook and loop reusable fastener.
- Page 13 Your Travel Scooter requires two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. They are recharged by the supplied off-board charging system. Charge your Travel Scooter’s batteries for at least 8 to 14 hours prior to using it for the rst time. Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your Travel Scooter running smoothly.
- Page 14 WARNING! If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use, then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors.
- Page 15 What if my Travel Scooter’s batteries will not charge? Ensure that the fuse on the battery pack is in working condition. See gure 6. Ensure both ends of the charger power cord are inserted fully. How often must I charge the batteries? Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge your Travel Scooter’s batteries: All day use on a daily basis.
- Page 16 What type and size of battery should I use? Your Travel Scooter requires two deep-cycle batteries. We recommend only sealed, maintenance-free types such as AGM or Gel-Cell. Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable caps. Refer to the speci cations table for size as batteries differ depending on manufacture.
- Page 17 How do I change a battery in my Travel Scooter? MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling. PROHIBITED! Always use two batteries of the exact same type, chemistry, and amp- hour (Ah) capacity.
- Page 18 NOTE: Some batteries require the removal of a nut and bolt when disconnecting the battery cable from the battery terminal. See gure 15. To change batteries in Battery Pack Style B (see gure 6): 1. Disconnect the battery harness and remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter.
- Page 19 Have you fully charged the batteries? See III. “Batteries and Charging.” Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (rearward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever in the forward position unless you are manually pushing your Travel Scooter. Ensure the tiller lock knob is in the unlocked position. See VI. “Disassembly and Assembly.” Ensure the air temperature is between -13ºF/-25ºC to 122ºF/50ºC.
- Page 20 1. Bring your Travel Scooter to a complete stop. 2. Remove the key from the key switch. WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or off of your Travel Scooter without rst removing the key from the key switch. This will prevent the Travel Scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made.
- Page 21 (See gure 17) WARNING! Remove the key from the key switch before adjusting the tiller or the seat. Never attempt to adjust the tiller or the seat while the Travel Scooter is in motion. WARNING! Prior to operating the scooter, push and pull on the tiller to ensure that the angle adjustment mechanism is secure.
- Page 22 The seat post acts as a shock absorber and can be adjusted for different degrees of ride comfort. Use the setscrews that are visible through the adjustment window on the side of the post as a guide when making adjustments. Slide the rubber boot towards the top of the post to expose the setscrews.
- Page 23 To adjust the positioning belt for operator comfort: 1. Insert the metal tab on the right side of the belt into the plastic housing on the opposite strap until you hear a “click.” See gure 22. 2. Pull the strap on the right side of the belt until it is secure, but not so tight as to cause discomfort.
- Page 24 You can disassemble the Travel Scooter into several pieces: the seat, the rear section, the front section, the basket, the battery pack, and the battery shroud (models 83 and 84 only). See gure 24. No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Travel Scooter. Always disassemble or assemble your Travel Scooter on a level, dry surface with suf cient room for you to work and move around—about 5 feet (1.5 meters) in all directions.
- Page 25 2. Once the frame hooks are over the lower frame tube, lower the front section and pivot the rear section simultaneously. This will engage the frame lock-up automatically for models 39, 40LX, 40X, 44X, 40E, 44E, 44LX, 49, 50LX, 54LX, 53, 53HD, 54, 54HD, 73, and 74. For models 36, 336, 83, and 84, you will also need to reinstall the frame lockup pin to complete the body assembly.
- Page 26 Any electromechanical device occasionally requires some troubleshooting. However, most of the problems that may arise can usually be solved with a bit of thought and common sense. Many of these problems occur because the batteries are not fully charged or because the batteries are worn down and can no longer hold a charge. The diagnostic beep codes for your Travel Scooter are designed to help you perform basic troubleshooting quickly and easily.
- Page 27 What if all the systems on my Travel Scooter seem to be “dead”? Make certain that the key is in the “on” position. Check that the batteries are fully charged. Push in the main circuit breaker reset button. See II. “Your Travel Scooter.” Make certain that the battery pack is seated properly.
- Page 28 Your Travel Scooter requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel con dent in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below, you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Provider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance. Regularly inspect your Travel Scooter’s tires for signs of damage or wear.
- Page 29 WARNING! Follow all safety instructions for the proper use of the disinfectant and/or cleaning agent before applying it to your product. Failure to comply may result in skin irritation or premature deterioration of upholstery and/or Travel Scooter nishes. Make certain that the terminal connections remain tight and are not corroded. Regularly check all wiring connections.
- Page 30 Take your Travel Scooter to your authorized provider for yearly maintenance, especially if you use your Travel Scooter on a daily basis. This helps ensure that your Travel Scooter is functioning properly and helps prevent future complications. The shroud pieces are formed from durable plastic and may be coated with an advanced formula urethane paint. A light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss.
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