FREERIDER FR1 - Care, Maintenance, and Power Systems; Routine Maintenance and Cleaning

Your scooter like any other electro-mechanical machine will benet from regular servicing
by your dealer. You too, can help keep your scooter in tip-top condition by following a simple
guide to home maintenance.
Note: ONLY competent people should carry out service work.
1. SEAT UPHOLSTERY:
A damp cloth and a little soapy water will keep your seat, backrest and arms looking smart.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaners as this will damage the coating. Upholstery can be damaged
by chemical cleaners.
The coating material can also degrade over a period of time due to contamination by natural
oils in the hair and skin or from medicated power products. Ultra-violet light can also reduce
the life of the upholstery coating material. This is a normal ageing process and cannot be
guaranteed.
2. BODYWORK:
The painted bodywork on your scooter can be lightly washed with clean soapy water. DO
NOT use abrasive cleaners or strong detergents. This could fade the color; shampoo for
automobile works well. Remove salt contact as this is very corrosive to bright metal parts.
Caution: DO NOT hose down your scooter with a powerful cleaner. Water could be forced
into the electronics and cause permanent damage. On the painted nish, be cautious not to
wash with a dirty cloth as this could scratch the paint nish. Auto polish can be used to keep
the paintwork and bright chrome parts in pristine condition.
The metal framework of your scooter should be cleaned twice a year and any paintwork
damaged should be treated to prevent further attack from the elements. Wash regularly if
contact is made with road or sea salt, this is very corrosive.
DO NOT store your scooter in damp conditions. This may affect the electronics if left for
very long periods of time. Moisture, if left unattended can cause deterioration on metal work,
protect with proprietary cleaners.
3. ELECTRONICS:
Servicing of the drive electronics and charger should ONLY be carried out by your local
service dealer. These units are sealed and should not be opened.
4. BROKEN SEALS WILL INVALIDATE YOUR GUARANTEE:
DO NOT operate your scooter in exceptional weather conditions, ie. very heavy rain or wind.
Cover your machine up if it is to be left unattended and outside for a long period of time.
DO NOT drive through deep water with your scooter. This could damage the electronic speed
controller. Sea and road salts are very corrosive and should be neutralized quickly.
5. MOTOR:
The motor on your scooter is fitted with four long-life brushes. The brushes should be
inspected for wear every 12 months or more frequently if you use you scooter daily for long
periods.
The brushes should be changed when they have worn down to approximately 8 mm in length.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
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