Heavy Duty Scooters User Manual
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1. S P R IN T ER y x L 4 D E L U X E 88 9 4XLS S P R IN T E R JU M B O X L 88 9X U S e r Manu a Contents INTRODUCTION 1 Ni adas 3 FEATURE GUIDE EIG PA ea 3 NEETI A DVO E ii a tl ee 5 ENE de des 6 ADTUS MEN DS ee EEE SENDEN 8 TILAN av ANG SEE EI kee ane eee ee ee ee enema ee ron ee 8 Seat Side Ge Swivel Adjustment FIG lt ea 8 Be RETON VO ee ee A 8 Seat leioht Adjustment is Vase een 8 Armrest Wide Adyustments His Bananen ae 8 Armrest Ano k Adusien He Wesen 9 Reine 1e FO O ee ee ee oe Ree N 9 SCOOTER TIEEER CONTROLS FIG MARBLE GC na a ndleieaadeeuatnnedt 10 Speed COMTO ve ee ee 10 Bitte Ley Hoc de e 10 Lie 1 a ee ee ee ae 10 A 10 Thumb Finger A A a 10 a re dicato 80 6 Mensen messe 78071004 0 TDO Twl co o ne e e on n nernnn nnnnrnnnnnrrnnnnrnn nrrnn n nnonn nonnnnn nnnnnnnnrnnonnrrnnn sn o 12 29 2004 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider scooter Your Shoprider scooter incorporates the latest innovative designs patented and only available on a Shoprider scooter Your scooter may be used in both indoors and outdoors Direct drive transaxles and electromagnetic brakes give a safe and efficient ride This Shoprider scooter s designed for persons with limited mobility Please ensure that you read this manual carefully it is important for your safety that you understand the guidelines and2. hazard flashers Sprinter J umbo XL Electromagnetic Brake The brake is automatically operated when the thumb finger accelerator control levers are released There is a slight delay when the scooter decelerates this allows the scooter to come to a smooth stop 12 29 2004 10 FREE WHEEL OPERATION FIG 12A amp 12B The free wheel lever allows you to put the scooter n neutral and push it The free wheel release lever is located toward the inside of the rear wheel Fig 12A amp 12B To push the scooter neutral push the free wheel lever down To put the scooter n gear drive lift the lever up The scooter will not operate when the lever s down neutral WARNING For safety always put the scooter into gear lever up after pushing or rolling scooter Failure to do so may result in injury Anti tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are located at the rear of the scooter frame Sprinter XL4 Fig 12B The scooter should not be used unless the anti tipping wheels are in place Shoprider Mobility Products is not responsible for damage or injury incurred due to improper or misuse of the scooter Circuit Circuit dl Breaker AVA TA Ta ca ner Freewheel Release Lever Rear Chassis Cover Rear Chassis Cover i Inh M a 1 Fi PA A ji ija N i sam Scooter r Serial Number al Eye Freewheel ma Da Scooter a Serial R elease Number Lever Fig
3. instructions given FEATURE GUIDE FIG 1 4 Sprinter XL4 Figure 1 Tiller control head Head light Anti Tip wheels Side reflectors Adjustable width armrests Swivel seat Seat height adjustment Fold down seat Foot rest 0 Tiller steering column and steering wheel angle adjustment 11 Front bumper 12 Detachable basket 13 Battery charging inlet me NS ae AO Sprinter XL3 Deluxe Figure 2 Delta tiller control head Head lights and indicators Rear lights and indicators Side reflectors Adjustable width armrests Swivel and sliding seat Seat height adjustment Reclining captain s seat Foot rest 0 Tiller steering column and steering wheel angle adjustment 11 Detachable basket 12 Battery charging inlet zen 12 29 2004 3 Sprinter XL4 Deluxe Figure 3 un nenn Delta tiller control head Head lights and indicators Rear lights and indicators Adjustable width armrests Swivel and sliding seat Seat height adjustment Reclining captain s seat Foot rest Tiller steering column and steering wheel angle adjustment 10 Detachable basket 11 Emergency hand brake 12 Front suspension Sprinter Jumbo XL Figure 4 Er Ed Ze 11 2 13 Tiller control head Head light Rear lights Turn signal indicators Adjustable width armrests Swivel and sliding seat Seat height adjustment Black leatherette pillow top reclining captain seat Foot rest Tiller steering colu
4. may exceed weight of the unit speed must be reduced when turning 3 The actual driving range varies with the factors shown below a the weight of occupant b ground surface c battery conditions d type of charger e ambient temperature f the way of driving g etc 12 29 2004 15 QUARTERLY INSPECTION For your own safety quarterly inspection and service on the product has to be performed and signed by an authorized provider Maintenance records below should be kept at all times The manufacturer distributor vendor will be indemnified from any product liability claim 1f the above maintenance service requirement 1s not met NOTE Regular Monthly inspection is strongly recommended by the manufacturer to ensure ultimate performance of the vehicle Service Record Date of Purchase Purchaser Model Serial Provider Unit Was Purchased From M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y M D Y 12 29 2004 16 WARRANTY Please refer to warranty information included with unit Serial No DISCLAIMER Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider It s not intended to be used by individuals with physical limitations that could prevent the user from operating this unit safely Shoprider disclaims all responsibility for any personal i
5. the area behind is free from any hazards or obstructions Adjust your speed setting to a low setting before you reverse Pull press the left finger thumb lever and steer wide of all corners and obstacles Dismounting Before dismounting ensure that the key is turned to the off position Raise the arm rest to slide off the seat or turn the swivel seat outward CAUTION Please ensure that care is exercised when mounting or dismounting the scooter and that the tiller seat back and foot rest are not used for support For support use the arm rests EXTRA GUIDELINES IN THE CONTROL OF YOUR SCOOTER Ramps The stability of your scooter 1s governed by several factors such as the seating position the angle of the slope and your height and weight When approaching an incline do so directly and not at an angle and whenever possible avoid making turns When going down a ramp or slope keep the speed settings to slow This will ensure there is a safe controlled descent When the thumb finger levers are released the scooter will slowly come to a stop Caution Do not turn the key off while the unit is in motion Grass and Gravel Please follow the guidelines previously given and your scooter will perform admirably over many surfaces Avoid long grass loose gravel and sand NOTE You should not operate your scooter in wet weather or on wet surfaces 12 29 2004 12 BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGER All Shoprider Heavy Duty scooters require two mainten
6. to move a scooter between floors Serious injury could occur e Do not drive the scooter on an incline that has oil water or ice film on it e Do not try to lift the scooter by its seat tiller rear chassis cover or any removable parts Any of these could cause injury to the user or damage to the scooter e Do not use parts or accessories that are not authorized by Shoprider Mobility Products Inc e Before sitting in or exiting the scooter REMOVE the key from the ignition This will insure the POWER is off and the scooter can not move under its own power e As a general precaution always remove the key from the ignition while the scooter 1s not in use This will prevent use by untrained and unauthorized persons e Do not connect any medical device to the scooter battery This could cause failure of the device the scooter and personal injury e Make sure the tiller and seat are properly adjusted to the user or damage and injury could result e Shoprider Mobility Products doesn t recommend that scooter users be transported in a vehicle WHILE they are in the scooter and will not be responsible for any injury or damage that might result e Do not use the scooter in the rain near a shower or in a damp bathroom or any other wet environment Direct exposure to rain or dampness could cause the scooter to electrically malfunction and prematurely rust 12 29 2004 5 EMI Warning Shoprider scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic
7. will only show at its true level when the scooter is in drive T CAUTION Do not allow the LED bars gauge needle Figure 11A go out down completely as complete discharge of the Sprinter XL4 batteries could cause irreversible damage Lights Batt Speed l attery ee A blue button located at tiller controls operates lights Level High Low Indicator Indicator Switch Controls Switch L Horn ae A yellow button located at the tiller controls operates the horn Charging Finger Lever Thumb Finger Accelerator Lever Controls an The r ght thumb finger accelerator lever controls the forward motion and the left thumb finger accelerator lever controls the reverse motion The amount of pressure applied to each lever will determine the Figure 11B speed the scooter travels at Release the lever and the Sprinter XL3 Deluxe amp Sprinter XL4 Deluxe scooter will slowly come to a stop On Off Key Switch Indicator Insert the key in the right side of the tiller Turn the a Switch key and the LED bars will light up needle gauge will move to the right There s a delay before the thumb finger lever accelerator control can be En operated while the controller checks the circuits Lever Control MEER Indicator Switch Sprinter XL4 XL3 Deluxe Sprinter Jumbo XL Operates turn indicator lights Controls Hazard Warning Switch l Sprinter XL4 XL3 Deluxe amp Jumbo XL Figure 11C A red button operates all
8. DJUSTMENTS Tiller Angle Adjustment Fig 5 On the left hand side at the base of the tiller is a red lever Push the lever to release the pin and select the desired tiller angle Refit the pin into one of the five location holes to lock tiller n place DO NOT DRIVE SCOOTER IF TILLER IS NOT SECURED Seat Slide amp Swivel Adjustment Fig 6 Pulling up on the seat black slide lever allows the seat position to be adjusted forward or backward Release the lever and the seat will lock in that position Under the right side of the seat there is a spring loaded red lever Pulling up on the lever allows the seat to swivel when released the seat will lock into one of four positions Seat Removal Fig 7 Fold down the back of the seat Pull up the red swivel seat adjustment lever fig 6 and lift seat off Remove the hand knob and locking pin that secures the seat adaptor Lift the seat adaptor out of the seat post Seat Height Adjustment Fig 7 Remove seat as described above Loosen the seat tightening hand knob The seat height can be adjusted to 5 different settings by inserting the steel locking pin in the required hole Retighten the hand knob and replace the seat Armrest Width Adjustments Fig 8 On the underside of the seat there are two hand knobs one either side Loosening the hand knob allows the arm rest to be adjusted to the required width or removed for transportation DO NOT USE SCOOTER WITHOUT THE ARM R
9. ESTS BEING FITTED amp SECURED 12 29 2004 Tiller Angle Adjustment Lever Swivel Seat Adjustment Lever R w Seat Slide we Lever 7 a a ee Fo as he LSS a ee ae oe Fi gure 6 Seat Adaptor Seat Tightening Hand Knob Armrest Adjustment Hand Knob Figure 8 Armrest Angle Adjustment Fig 9 Flip up the armrests to allow access to the adjustment screw and lock nut unscrew the lock nut and screw the bolt in or out to increase or decrease the angle Re tighten the lock nut The armrests are set parallel to the floor at the factory Reclining Seat Fig 10 Sprinter XL4 Deluxe amp Sprinter XL3 Deluxe The Sprinter XL4 Deluxe and Sprinter XL3 Deluxe come standard with a reclining seat The reclining seat lever s located on the left side below the armrest Simply pull the lever up to adjust This feature also allows the seat to be folded down 12 29 2004 Locking Nut and Bolt NS Adjustment Screw Figure 10 SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS FIG 11A 11B amp 11C Speed Controls The speed control dial allows you to set a speed between 1 minimum and 10 maximum The Sprinter XL3 Deluxe XL4 Deluxe and Jumbo XL are also equipped with a speed high low switch Thumb H Lever Control Battery Level Indicator Gauge The number of LED bars lit where the needle rests shows the amount of charge left in your batteries The amount of charge
10. ance free sealed lead acid batteries or gel batteries Battery performance can be affected by temperature terrain condition of battery the weight of the user etc The battery level indicator gauge 1s only a guide and is most effective when the scooter is in drive only then 1s the true battery discharge level displayed e When the scooter stops the battery level indicator may indicate full no load on batteries An active user can use up to 30 of battery capacity or more per day Inactive users may only use 50 of battery capacity in a week In both these instances the batteries should be put on charge over night Battery Charger Batteries required for your scooter are specially designed All Shoprider scooters require a Shoprider automatic battery charger These chargers have an electronic switch that will terminate the charge when the batteries are fully charged All Shoprider chargers rely on a specific minimum feed back voltage signal from the batteries in order to begin the charging cycle If the batteries are severely discharged the charger does not receive the required feed back signal and the charger will not charge the batteries Please contact your authorized Shoprider provider for assistance The battery charger supplied for the Shoprider Sprinter XL3 Deluxe Sprinter XL4 Deluxe and Sprinter Jumbo XL scooters are 24 volt 8 amp transformer type off board chargers The battery charger supplied for the Shoprider Sprinter XL4
11. interference EMI which 1s a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy EM emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radio and cellular phones The interference from radio wave sources can cause the scooter to release its brakes move by itself or move in unintended directions It can also permanently damage the scooter s control system The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmitters receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples include citizens band CB radios walkie talkie security fire and police transceivers cellular telephones and other personal communication devices NOTE Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are ON even when not being used 2 Medium range mobile transceivers such as those used in police cars fire trucks ambulances and taxis These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle 3 Long range transmitters and transceivers such as commercial broadcast transmitters radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur HAM radios NOTE Other types of hand held devices such as cordless phones laptop computers AM FM radios TV sets CD players and cassette players and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers so far as we know are not likely to cause problems to
12. mn and steering wheel angle adjustment Detachable basket Emergency hand brake Front suspension 12 29 2004 SAFETY ADVICE e Do not carry passengers e Do not exceed inclines over 8 degrees 14 grade e Do not turn on steep inclines e Do not turn suddenly at high speeds e Do not get on or off the scooter unless the brake is on and the scooter is switched off e Do not switch off the scooter while the scooter is moving e Do not drive the scooter where you can not safely or legally walk e Do not drive scooter on roads streets or highways e Do not attempt to drive over curbs greater than 2 inches Scm in height Doing so could cause your scooter to turn over causing injury or damage to the scooter For curbs less than 2 inches always approach them at an angle of 90 degrees and at a low speed e Do not drink or use a mobile phone when driving your scooter e Do not exceed the suggested user weight limit Doing so could cause personal injury and invalidate the warranty e Always keep your feet on the scooter when moving e Consult your doctor 1f there is any doubt about your ability to use a scooter safely e Always slow down and proceed carefully when traveling over rough or uneven ground e For individuals with balance problems practice getting on the scooter with the assistance of a qualified healthcare professional e If equipped DO NOT operate scooter without anti tip wheels installed e Do not use an escalator
13. njury or property damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of its products Mechanical or electrical defects will be dealt with on a contingency liability basis The preceding guidelines are intended to assist you in the safe operation of your powered scooter If you should have any questions about the correct operation of your scooter please contact your authorized Shoprider provider Model No Serial No B nen E 8 Scooter Serial Number 12 29 2004 17 Notes 12 29 2004 18 Notes 12 29 2004 19 Provider s Stamp Shoprider Mobility Products Inc 800 743 0772 www shoprider com 12 29 2004 20
14. not blown If the free wheel device has been operated with the scooter switched on then the scooter will not operate until the ignition key has been switched off and then on again in order to reset the circuits Please consult your provider f your scooter does not run after checking these points 12 29 2004 14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS UNIT SPECIFICATIONS Sprinter XL4 Sprinter XL3 Deluxe Sprinter XL4 Deluxe Sprinter Jumbo XL Overall Dimensions L xWxH in 52 x 23 x 30 51x 27x35 53 x 27 x 34 56 x 25 x 37 Front 10 127 12 14 Number Size of Tires e USET em Max 350 Max 500 Max 500 Max 500 on the level road Weight of Heaviest Part w o battery baskets and seat Total Weight w batteries basket seat rea ne a eae a Maxi Battery Modul ae a E hx 12V40Ahx2 12V75Ah x 2 12V75Ah x 2 12V75Ah x 2 Capacity Pcs cmarger onmaga onmaga ONFBoara ay OnBoard A Output Power of Motor hp W 1 746 2 1491 2 1491 1 1 820 Maximum Climbing Angle based on user weight of 14 8 14 8 14 8 14 8 90kg 200lb Safe Climbing Angle Range per charge w STD 33 36AH Battery 200 Ib User Weight After the 25 25 25 49 battery and with 75amp mechanical moving parts fully batteries break in Handle Bar T BAR DELTA DELTA T BAR ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE 1 Length includes the Anti Tip wheel Height from floor to seat variable 2 Driver weight
15. scooter is a 24 volt 3 amp transformer type off board charger Charging Charge the batteries completely 8 12 hours prior to first time use To charge the batteries connect the plug lead into the battery charging socket on the scooter tiller and the 3 prong A C plug into the wall socket and switch on 8 amp charger only FOR Sprinter XL the battery charger has two lights The red light when constant shows the battery charger is connected if the red light flashes there s a break n the connection The green light flashes when the batteries are receiving charge and s constant when the charge is complete FOR Sprinter XL3 Deluxe XL4 Deluxe and Jumbo XL The battery charger has two lights The red light shows the battery charger is connected and has power switched on The second light will show a gold light while charging and a green light when the charge is complete CAUTION Always ensure that the charging lead is in good condition and has not been damaged or stretched MAINTENANCE Lubrication At six month intervals you should lubricate the following parts with a multipurpose grease or similar lubricant e Seat pivot post e Seat release lever pinion e Clean and recoat axles lightly CAUTION DO NOT USE WD40 TO LUBRICATE PARTS DO NOT LUBRICATE TRANSAXLE GEARS In the event of any difficulties please consult your provider 12 29 2004 13 Wheels and Tires The wheels of your scooter have split r ms This allows any punct
16. the scooter Scooter Electromagnetic Interference EMI Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna source the EM fields from hand held radio sources transceivers are of special concern It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the scooter s control system while using these devices This can affect scooter movement and braking Therefore the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the scooter WARNINGS 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communication devices such as cellular phones while the scooter is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the scooter OFF as soon as it 1s safe 4 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the scooter may make it more susceptible to EMI 12 29 2004 6 NOTE There is no easy way to evaluate the overall immunity of the scooter 5 Report all incidents of unintended movement or braking to your Shoprider provider and note whether there are sources of EMI nearby WARNING Shoprider Mobility Products is not responsible for damage or injury incurred due to improper and unsafe use of our scooter 12 29 2004 7 A
17. ure 12A Figure 12B Sprinter J umbo XL Sprinter XL4 STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR SCOOTER Getting Started e You must charge your scooter completely before first time use 8 12 hours e Select a level area with plenty of space e Mount the scooter either by lifting the arm and sliding onto the seat or rotate the seat outwards mount and then rotate the seat back to face the tiller e Adjust the tiller and seat as previously described 12 29 2004 11 Starting Scooter Movement e Ensure that you are seated in a comfortable position e Turn the key to the ON position e Your speed setting should be on or 2 If equipped set the speed high low switch to low e Pull press your right hand finger thumb lever the scooter will move forward slowly The further you pull press the faster the scooter goes but will only reach the speed level that has been selected e Release the lever and the scooter will slowly come to a stop as the magnetic brake 1s automatically applied Steering Steering the scooter 1s light and easy Ensure when starting off you give a wide clearance when turning so that the rear wheels clear any obstacle that you are passing When steering through limited spaces such as a doorway or when turning around turn the tiller handles where you want to go and apply power gently The scooter will turn very tightly but will still move with complete stability as long as the speed 1s not too high Reversing Before reversing ensure that
18. ures to be repaired easily To change the wheel remove the center 13 mm bolt and slide the wheel off its axle Ensure that when refitting the wheel the retaining bolt is fitted with a locking washer or the screw threads are treated with lock tite or a similar adhesive When changing a tire the inner tube must be deflated Remove the four bolts from the wheel and split the rim Tire pressure 1s recommended to be kept at 30 psi on the rear tires and 25 psi on the front General Scooter Maintenance Every six months check the tiller base bolts wheel axle bolts and arm rest angle adjustment bolts and tighten as necessary Also check the seat and arm rest tightening knobs and tighten as needed TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Circuit Breaker Your scooter is fitted with the latest n electronic controls that are programmed to protect the electrical system from abnormal overloads Fitted for extra protection is a circuit breaker should there be a situation that your scooter stops for no apparent reason please check that the circuit breaker has not popped out or tripped The circuit breaker can be found under the rear chassis cover accessible through a port hole under the seat Check List If your scooter fails to operate please check the following e Unit is switched on All plugs and connectors are firmly fixed Battery level shows full charge Freewheeling device is in the drive position lever down Circuit breaker 1s reset Battery fuses are
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