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Page 1: Owners Manual
OWNERS MANUAL FORTRESS 1700 SERIES Three and Four Wheel Power Scooter SAFETY FIRST! This manual is provided to enable you to enjoy maximum performance and reliability from your scooter. Please take the time to read it carefully before attempting to operate the scooter. Issue 3 January 2008... -
Page 2: Introduction
We are confident that you will be satisfied with your purchase. Our goal is to provide the best value and functional mobility product. We back this philosophy with an exclusive 3-year warranty. At Handicare Our entire team is here to support you. Our People, Service and Product make the difference. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE PAGE Lights..........Introduction........Front And Rear Lights....... Turn Signal Lights......Hazards..........Key Information........ Circuit Breaker ........ Circuit Breaker………………………. 1700 And 1704 Overview…………. Charging Instructions And Battery Captain Seat……………………….. Considerations........Armrest………………………………. Battery Charging Instructions....Seat Height………………………….. Seat Lock……………………………. Battery Specifications....... -
Page 4: 1700 And 1704 Overview
FORTRESS 1700 SCOOTER - OVERVIEW Thank you for purchasing a Fortress 1700 scooter. Here is a list of terms used throughout your Owner’s Manual Captain Seat Console Tiller Armrest Basket Tiller Release Coiffe arrière Rear Cover Seat Lock Battery Cover Rear Tires Front Light Floor Pan... - Page 5 SEATING SEAT LOCK MECHANISM The seat lock mechanism allows you to lock the seat in four positions (at 90° intervals). When released, the seat can swivel in both directions or be lifted from the scooter. WARNING: BEFORE ROTATING THE SEAT, turn the power off by removing the ON/OFF key plug ROTATING THE SEAT 1.
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Page 6: Armrest
SEATING (Cont.) ARMREST The arm rest on either side can be rotated upwards for easier transfers. ADJUSTABLE WIDTH ARMRESTS The width of the armrests positions can be adjusted. The arm rest adjustment knobs are located on the rear of the seat at the bottom. ADJUSTABLE KNOB To loosen armrest, turn the knob counter-clockwise. -
Page 7: Tiller Angle Adjustment
TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT The angle of the tiller may be adjusted for your driving preference, for ease of transferring on and off the scooter, and to assist with storage. Tiller Release Easy Release Adjustment To adjust the angle of the tiller, pull the tiller release lever outward to the side and adjust the tiller to the desired position. -
Page 8: Scooter
DISASSEMBLING / ASSEMBLING YOUR FORTRESS 1700 SERIES SCOOTER The Fortress Power Scooter 1700 three and four wheel scooters have been designed to be disassembled and reassembled quickly, easily, and without the use of tools. Should you have any difficulty during either the assembly or disassembly procedures, please recheck the instructions and try again. -
Page 9: Separating The Scooter
DISASSEMBLING / ASSEMBLING (Cont.) Unbuckle the battery hold down straps. Remove the batteries by lifting them up by the carrying strap. CAUTION - the batteries are much heavier than they appear! Unplug the controller connector on the side of the controller. This connector has the same safety-latching feature mentioned above. -
Page 10: Handling And Loading
DISASSEMBLING / ASSEMBLING (Cont.) HANDLING AND LOADING The seat should be carried by grabbing the frame below the seat back and the front of the seat upholstery. Use both hands to grab the floor pan to carry the front section. Use the tiller release lever to fold the tiller into the lowest position. -
Page 11: Operating Your Scooter
OPERATING YOUR SCOOTER BRAKE RELEASE LEVER The brake release lever allows you to freewheel the scooter (i.e. push it manually). Push the lever towards the rear position to release the brakes. WARNING: Whenever sitting on the scooter, make sure the brakes •... -
Page 12: Battery Indicator
2. To turn the lights off, push the light ON/OFF button again. B. FRONT AND REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS (Handicare installed option only) To activate LEFT turn signal indicators: (front & rear) press the signal button on the left side of the console face plate. -
Page 13: Circuit Breaker
CIRCUIT BREAKER CIRCUIT BREAKER Located on the top corner of the rear cover is a circuit breaker/cut-out fuse. This circuit breaker protrudes out of the rear cover for easy access. Major malfunctions or overloads will trigger the fuse. If the scooter has lost power, check whether the automatic cut-out fuse has been triggered. -
Page 14: Charging Instructions And Battery Considerations
CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS AND BATTERY CONSIDERATION BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS A new set of batteries should always be fully charged before using your scooter. New batteries may not perform to their peak during the first few weeks of use. The life expectancy of your batteries will be increased by charging them fully on a consistent basis. -
Page 15: Safety Precautions
The following guidelines are intended to assist you in the safe operation of your Three Wheel or Four Wheel Power Scooter. If you have any questions about the correct operation of your Scooter, please contact your Handicare Dealer. ALWAYS be sure the steering tiller angle adjustment is properly engaged and that the seat is locked in the forward position before operating your scooter. -
Page 16: Safety Precautions
34. Your scooter is intended to help you enjoy life. Never let children play with it. Handicare disclaims all responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of its products. -
Page 17: Emi Consideration
EMI CONSIDERATIONS CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED SCOOTER. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) FROM RADIO WAVE SOURCES Motorized scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two way radios and cellular phones. -
Page 18: Warranty
Any batteries supplied by Handicare Inc. are covered by the battery manufacturer’s standard warranty. All claims for warranty covered parts under the above warranty must be presented to Handicare Inc. by an authorized dealer within forty-five (45) days of the event upon which any warranty claim is made. -
Page 19: Maintenance Schedule
Have your authorized Handicare Dealer completely check over your scooter. LUBRICATION Your Handicare scooter uses self contained components that do not require lubrication. Only the chain may need slight lubrication as is commonly done on bicycle chains. Warning: Do not hose down, spray or submerge any electrical components... -
Page 20: Service Record
SERVICE RECORDS Model: __________________ Serial Number: _______________________ Date Purchased: _________________________________ First service / safety check This service was performed on: Date: _______________________ Authorized stamp or signature: ________________________________ Second service / safety check This service was performed on: Date: _______________________ Authorized stamp or signature: ________________________________ Third service / safety check This service was performed on: Date: _______________________... -
Page 21: Features
30 miles (48 km) 30 miles (48 km) (Depends upon battery type, terrain and weight of driver) Note: Lengths and weights are approximate Handicare reserves the right to change or delete specifications without notice in the interest of product improvements. - Page 22 FORTRESS 1700 SERIES Tel: (416) 739-8333 * 1-800-514-7061 Fax: (416) 739-6622 * 1-888-251-9187 E-mail: info@handicare.ca www.handicare.ca...
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