ProGo 3000 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

CONTAINS IMPORTANT AND VITAL USER INFORMATION

READ ENTIRE OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION

OF YOUR PROPANE POWERED PROGO SCOOTER

MUST ADD CRANKCASE OIL BEFORE INITIAL OPERATION

(SECTION 5.2)

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Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT AND VITAL USER INFORMATION READ ENTIRE OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OF YOUR PROPANE POWERED PROGO SCOOTER MUST ADD CRANKCASE OIL BEFORE INITIAL OPERATION (SECTION 5.2)
Page 2: Table Of Contents
SECTION 1: BEFORE YOU START PACKAGING CONTENTS Your PROGO® comes packaged with the following items: • Scooter base + handlebar • Allen key for installing the handlebar (see instructions in section 4.1) • T-shaped key for replacing the spark plug • 1.7oz (50ml) engine oil bottle • Tire-inflating adapter • This manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Content Page Before You Start Important Information Safety Assembly Engine Understanding Propane Installing/Removing Propane Cylinder Starting & Stopping The Engine Engine Maintenance General Maintenance Adjustments Long-Term Engine Maintenance...
Page 3: Important Information
Attention: • The status of the PROGO® as a “motor vehicle” varies from state to state and is subject to drivers licensing, insurance requirements and registration. • You should check with a reliable authority in your state to see if the PROGO® must be registered as a motor vehicle. Your police department or local department of motor vehicles may be able to answer your questions or direct you to a reliable authority. • Your insurance policies may not provide coverage for accidents involving the use of this vehicle. To determine if coverage is provided you should contact your insurance company or agent. • The recommended age and minimum weight for the PROGO® is 16 years of age or older and 100 pounds, but this is subject to the physical coordination of the rider, the ability of the rider to wear protective gear, use good decision making ability, and take responsibility for their actions. A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS It’s a tragic fact that most children are more likely to have an accident than adults. As a parent or guardian, you bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of your minor child. Among these responsibilities are to make sure that the scooter which your child is riding is properly fitted to the child; that it is in good repair and in safe operating condition; that you and your child have learned, understand and obey not only the applicable local motor vehicle and traffic laws, but also the common sense rules of safe and responsible scooting. As a parent, you should read this...
Page 4: Safety
It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with laws of the state or region in which you ride and to comply with all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your scooter. A. Helmets: While not all States or regions require riders to wear approved protective head gear, common sense dictates that you should wear a DOT, Snell, BSI or CPSC approved helmet. Most serious incidences involve head injuries which might have been avoided if the rider had worn a helmet. Your authorized PROGO® dealer may have a variety of approved helmets, and can recommend one to suit your needs. Make sure that it fis correctly, is worn correctly and is properly secured. Ask your dealer to help with the fit and adjustment of your helmet, or refer to the owner’s manual provided with the helmet. Buckle Up! B. Protective pads: Elbow pads, knee pads, and wrist guards are not required by most states or regions. Again, common sense dictates that you should wear protective pads to help protect against injury. Your authorized PROGO® dealer may have a variety of protective pads, and can recommend one to suit your needs. A good set of pads should fi comfortably, stay in position at all times...
Page 5 B. Tires and Wheels: Check that pneumatic tires are properly inflated. Refer to the side wall of the tire for recommended PSI. Checking PSI using a tire pressure gauge is recommended but you can also bounce your weight on the scooter and compare tire deflation to how it looks when you know the tires are properly inflated. Spin the wheels, check that the tires have not yet reached the wear marks on the tires, ripped, torn, or show any signs of distress, and replace as necessary. Make sure the wheels spin freely and true. If wheels wobble or rub the brakes then take it to a qualified authorized PROGO® dealer for adjustments. C. Brakes: Squeeze the brake levers and check that they are getting proper contact with the disc. Full braking force is applied when you squeeze the lever and the lever cannot touch the handlebar or grip. The brakes should not interfere with the rotation of the wheel when not applied. Make sure that the brake caliper gets full contact with the disc. Make sure that all brake surfaces are clean and free of debris. Do not ride the scooter until the brakes are properly adjusted. WARNING: Never attempt to ride your vehicle without properly adjusted brakes. D. Control levers and cables: Familiarize yourself with the levers and controls. Squeeze and/or twist all levers/controls and make sure they are functioning properly. If they stick, move at the base, or do not get full range of motion, make adjustments as necessary or take to an authorized PROGO® dealer for service. Do not ride the scooter until the control levers and cables are...
Page 6 SCOOTING SAFETY CAUTION: Like most sports, scooting involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a scooter you assume the responsibility for that risk. This makes it extremely important that you know, understand, and practice the rules of safe and responsible riding. Scooting can be an environmentally useful, safe and fun way of reducing traffic congestion.
Page 7 • Keep your speed consistent with the conditions, and keep in mind that speed has a direct relation to control as well as component stress. • Never carry passengers. • Never carry anything that can obstruct vision, or control of your scooter WET WEATHER RIDING Riding in wet conditions is not recommended. WARNING: Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility, for riders and others. The risk of accident dramatically increases in wet conditions and should be avoided. NIGHT RIDING WARNING: Riding at dawn, dusk, or at times of poor visibility is illegal and dangerous.
Page 8: Assembly
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE HANDLEBAR Your PROGO® scooter is packaged separately from the handlebar. Before using your PROGO® scooter, you must properly install the handlebar: Fig. 1 1. Unless it is already screwed into the stem core, pass the bolt through the latch and screw a few threads clockwise into the stem core (fig. 1). 2. Position the handlebar with the latch above the front wheel and insert the stem core into the stem base (fig. 1). 3. Screw the bolt clockwise all the way in to secure the handlebar in its place. FOLDING FEATURE Your PROGO® is equipped with a folding feature for easy carrying and stowage. Before operating the scooter: 1. Pull the handlebar up to an upright position. 2. Screw the latch knob clockwise all the way in to secure the handlebar in its position. 3. To fold your PROGO® scooter, reverse the process. WARNING: The “Lower Hinge” of the latching mechanism is also a “Mechanical Fuse” designed to break if there is high shock loads, stress, and/or fatigue exerted on the handlebar assembly.
Page 9: Engine
SECTION 5: ENGINE CAUTION: This unit is shipped without oil in the engine. Add oil (Section 5.2) befor attempting to start or severe damage to the engine can result. RECOMMENDED OIL TYPES Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. Oil is major factor affecting engine overall performance and longevity. Check the oil before each use and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and failure. Use a high-quality 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements of API (American Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, or SH. SAE 10w-30 is recommended for general use.
Page 10: Understanding Propane
SECTION 6: UNDERSTANDING PROPANE SAFETY WARNINGS FOR PROPANE UNITS NOTE: Use propane only in containers specifially designed and approved for this unit. Propane is a combustible gas. It is colorless and thus invisible to the naked eye. Propane has a harmless odorant added so that it is possible to smell it. The user should be familiar with the smell of propane (smells like sulfur or rotten eggs). If at any time you identify the smell of propane, turn off the engine. If the leak persists, remove the propane cylinder. Never attempt to operate a unit that has a suspected leak. Always remove the propane cylinder if your unit has a suspected leak. CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD Burning propane produces Carbon Monoxide (CO). CO is invisible, has no smell and can be lethal. Operating your unit in an enclosed area can be dangerous. 1. Use only outdoors or in well ventilated areas. If you experience headache, drowsiness, or nausea, turn unit off and get fresh air quickly. 2. Never use where people are sleeping. 3. Follow unit instructions for proper use. UNDERSTANDING PROPANE 1. Keep out of reach of children. 2. Never expose cylinder to heat, sparks, or open fire. Never leave in direct sunlight. Never store at temperatures above 120 degrees F° (49° C). 3. Never store in living spaces. 4. Always use cylinder until it is completely empty. 5. Never refill a disposable cylinder. Refilling may cause an explosion. Federal law forbids transportation if refilled, a penalty up to $500,000, and 5 years imprisonment (49 U.S.C. 5124). 6. Never put in luggage or take on trains or aircraft. 7. To discard, contact your local refuse hauler or recycle center. Never put in fire or incinerator. Do not puncture. CAUTION: IN CASE OF FIRE - 1. Leave area quickly and call for help. 2.
Page 11: Installing/Removing Propane Cylinder
SECTION 7: INSTALLING/REMOVING PROPANE CYLINDER USING THE CORRECT PROPANE CYLINDER Always use propane cylinders or “bottles” that are the correct size. 16.4 oz/465 g cylinders that are approximately 3⅞ inches (9.5 cm) in diameter are the correct cylinders. Do not use cylinders with a smaller diameter, as they will not latch securely to the unit, become loose, may cause damage and potentially result in a dangerous leak. Fig. 5 ATTACHING THE PROPANE CYLINDER 1. Make sure the engine is off. 2. Make sure the cylinder cage clamp is in the unlatched position. 3. Insert the threaded end of the propane cylinder into the cage as far as it can go (fig. 5). Insert the propane connector onto the threaded end of the cylinder and screw it onto threads clockwise (↻) until snug. Do not over tighten. It may be normal to hear or smell a momentary leak of propane as the connector is being screwed in. Make sure that the connector is installed tightly enough so that any leaks stop. 4. Manual tightening is sufficient. Latch the cylinder clamp to secure the cylinder in its place. REMOVING THE PROPANE CYLINDER 1. Make sure the engine is off. 2. Unlatch the clamp and remove the propane connector by turning it counterclockwise (fig 5). 3. Pull out the empty cylinder. 4. Dispose of empty propane cylinders in accordance to Federal, State and local Regulations. WARNING: Never attempt to force a connector onto a propane cylinder that has improper or damaged threads.
Page 12: Starting & Stopping The Engine
SECTION 8: STARTING & STOPPING THE ENGINE ENGINE STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Check the oil level in the crankcase (see section 9.1) 2. Place unit firmly on the ground. Do not attempt to start near pilot lights or any open flame. Do not smoke. Grasp the starter rope handle with one hand and the throttle with the other. 3. With the unit in the starting position, pull the rope smoothly and briskly. The engine should start within 3-5 pulls. Once warm, the engine should start on the fist pull. NOTE: On the first use, it may take extra pulls to fill the fuel system with propane. 4. Squeeze the throttle control slightly to warm up the engine for 15 to 30 seconds. In cold weather, move the throttle slowly until the engine warms up for 30 to 60 seconds. NOTE: When starting the engine in very hot or cold conditions it may be necessary to squeeze the throttle open while pulling the starter rope. WARNING: The exhaust contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. ENGINE STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Release your hand from the throttle control lever. Allow the engine to cool down by idling 30 to 60 seconds.
Page 13: Engine Maintenance
Change Oil Section 9.2 Every 25 Hours Thereafter Change Oil Section 9.2 Every 25 Hours Check Spark Plug and Gap Section 9.5 Every 25 Hours Rocker Arm Clearance Adjustment Section 9.6 Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tuneup. NOTE: Failure to maintain your unit at the recommended schedule may result in poor performance and/or cause permanent damage to your engine. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures call 1-877-840-8410 for the location of your nearest authorized PROGO® service dealer. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. CHECKING OIL LEVEL The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil level before each use: 1. Make sure the engine is turned off and cooled down. 2. Place the unit on a flat, level surface to get a proper oil level reading. 3. Keep dirt and other debris out of the engine. Clean the area Fig. 4 around the oil fill plug/dipstick before removing it. 4. Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick and wipe off oil. Reinsert it all the way back in. 5. Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick again and check the oil level. Oil should be between the add and fil marks. (fig. 4)
Page 14 6. Replace the oil fill plug/dipstick. 7. Reconnect the spark plug boot. CLEANING THE AIR FILTER Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor performance or cause permanent damage to your engine. 1. Remove the knob in the air filter cover. 2. Remove the air filter by pulling the air filter cover out (fig. 6). 3. Wash the filter in detergent and water. Rinse the filter thoroughly. 4. Allow the filter to dry, or blow dry. 5. Replace the filter. 6. Reinstall the air filter cover and replace the knob. Fig. 6 WARNING: Do not operate the unit without the air filter. Operating without the air filter will VOID the warranty. CARBURETOR AND IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable. The idle adjustment screw is located on the side of the carburetor, next to the carburetor’s connection to the propane regulator (fig. 7).
Page 15 MAINTAINING THE SPARK PLUG To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. The gap should be 0.6~0.7mm (0.023~0.027inch). Regular inspection and adjustment is needed to ensure the correct gap (fig. 8). Remove the plug after every 25 hours of operation and check its condition. Fig. 8...
Page 16: General Maintenance
WARNING: Do not begin any adjustments, service, or repair on your PROGO® if you have the slightest doubt about your ability to properly complete them. Improper adjustments, service, or repair may result in permanent damage to the PROGO®, and/or injury.
Page 17 CAUTION: PROGO® scooters are equipped with a mechanical “fuse” incorporated into the lower hinge of the handlebar latch assembly which is designed to fail before a catastrophic failure. If your handlebar feels abnormally loose or sloppy you must immediately stop riding and have the scooter serviced.
Page 18: Adjustments
Rear Wheel Removal: 1. Make a note of the location for the washers used on the front axle. 2. Remove the axle nut. 3. Slide the axle bolt out and remove wheel. CAUTION: In order to help keep your unit functioning normally, have any repair or maintenance which is not specifially described in this manual performed by an authorized PROGO® dealer. 11.3 TIRES Never use tires or tubes that are not recommended by PROGO® or that exceed the maximum P.S.I. limits of the tire assembly in use. In case you cannot reach the tire valve with your pump, use the inflation extension adapter...
Page 19 OEM tube. Using an aftermarket tube or tire not intended for PROGO® specifiation could result in a sudden loss of pressure that could cause damage to your scooter and sudden loss of control.
Page 20 CAUTION: Tightening the chain more than necessary will cause your drive components to wear prematurely and add performance reducing drive system friction. • The chain should be lubricated before each ride. • Your chain should be clean. A safe cleaning solvent can be used but the chain must be oiled once dry. • To reduce dirt and grime buildup and overspray on rear brake components, never over- lubricate the chain. • Sprockets should be periodically checked for damage and wear. If you notice any damage to the sprockets or a tooth missing, replace sprocket immediately. CAUTION: Never lubricate chain while motor is running. Always Keep fingers, clothing, and other objects clear of any rotating chain or wheel.
Page 21: Long-Term Engine Maintenance
ENGINE TYPE ..........SINGLE CYLINDER, AIR COOLED, FOUR-STROKE CYLINDER DIAMETER ....................34MM DISPLACEMENT ......................25CC OPERATIONAL SPEED ................... 7000~8000 RPM IDLE SPEED ....................3000±200 RPM POWER ..................... 0.5/7000 kW/RPM IGNITION TYPE ...................... ELECTRONIC INTAKE VALVE CLEARANCE ............... 0.1MM (0.0039 IN.) EXHAUST VALVE CLEARANCE ..............0.15MM (0.0059 IN.) SPARK PLUG .......................
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