• Batteries may not perform as well in very
cold weather or hot weather.
Care can prolong the life of the batteries but
remember that, in time, all batteries will fail to
perform to specification.
What range can I expect?
The generally expected range is recorded in the
Technical Specification Sheet. Remember, range
can be affected by many things such as:
•
Temperature. Cold weather can reduce the
output of the batteries.
• Type of terrain. Obviously climbing hills
takes more energy than driving on the flat.
• Weight of the person.
• The condition and charge of the batteries.
• Faulty or old batteries or a faulty charger.
Always use the approved charger supplied with
the Scooter. Using alternative chargers may
cause damage to the battery and/or cause
harm.
How long should I keep my vehicle before I
change it?
It is important that the vehicle you have suits your
needs and abilities. Your scooter should serve you
well for many years but change it if at any time
you feel it no longer meets your needs. Consult
your dealer on the condition of your vehicle and
remember vehicles of a
ny type become more
expensive to maintain the older they get.
• Battery packs and electrical connections for
condition and corrosion.
• Check all cables for damage, abrasion, corrosion
and that screening is intact. Replace as necessary.
• Steering bearing (adjust as required).
• Check steering components.
• Tiller adjustment - functioning, wear and damage.
• All assembly spigots and hooks for wear or damage.
• Fold-Lock mechanism and lever functions correctly.
• Seat mounting for wear or damage.
• Seat slide functions correctly.
• Seat lock mechanism locates correctly, and the
spring mechanisms engage correctly. Lubricate as
necessary seat slides.
• Handlebar/tiller alignment.
• Check motor and gearbox for unusual noise or
vibration; investigate and inspect as necessary.
Electromagnetic brake operation – does the
scooter slow when the hand control is released?
Does the brake engage when the scooter is
pushed when in freewheel?
• Freewheel operation.
• Frame for damage or cracks.
• General check for corrosion, repair or protect as
necessary.
• All operational controls work correctly.
• Battery condition and charger operation.
• Tighten all nuts & bolts.
• Correct all defects found and determine if the
vehicle is roadworthy.
• Final road test.
• Clean the vehicle.
• Customer road test.
Important Note for the Engineer
Enquire if the customer is satisfied with the
product. Please report all points good or bad
directly to: Electric Mobility 01460 258100 If you
have any comments please include them.
Obtain all comments from the customer on the
condition and serviceability of the scooter and
then complete an Initial diagnostic road test.
Record all defects to be corrected. Now check,
test and complete the following:
• Wheel bearings wear and lubricate
• Wheel alignment and tracking
• Tiller-head buttons and key operation
• Wear or damage to tyres or wheels
• Bodywork fixtures for damage, or cracking
• Throttle play and adjustment
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