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1. Scooter Owner s Manual au com der i shopr WWW User Manual Contents INTRODUCTION 4 SCOOTER FEATURE GUIDE 5 7 SAFETY RULES 8 EMI WARNINGS 9 ADJUSTMENTS 10 11 Tiller Angle Adjustment Fig 6A amp B 10 Seat Slide amp Swivel Adjustment Fig 7 10 Seat Removal Fig 7 10 Seat Height Adjustment Fig 8 10 Armrest Width Adjustments Fig 9 Armrest Angle Adjustment Fig l Seat Reclining Angle Fig 12 SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS 2 Speed Controls 2 Battery Level Indicator Gauge 2 Lights 2 Horn 2 Thumb Finger Lever Controls 2 On Off Key Switch 2 Indicator Switch 2 Hazard Warning Switch 2 Electromagnetic Brake 2 ROCKY 6 ROCKY 6 GOLF 3 889SL 889ERSF 14 889ERS 5 FREE WHEEL OPERATION FIG 13 l6 Anti Tip Wheels l6 User Manual Contents continued OPERATING YOUR SHOPRIDER SCOOTER 7 Mounting the Scooter 7 Starting Scooter Movement 7 Steering 7 Reversing 7 Dismounting 7 Basic Driving 7 Grass and Gravel 18 Ramps 18 Curbs 18 Maximum User Weights 18 Ramp Angle Appendix 19 BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGER 20 Battery Charger 20 Charging 20 Periods of Storage 21 Airline Travel 21 CARE amp MAINTENANCE 22 Wheels and Tyres 22 Cleaning 22 General Scooter Maintenance 22 Lubrication 22 Servicing 22 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 23 Circuit Breaker 23 Check List 23 WARRANTY TERMS amp CONDITIONS 23 24 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 25 DISCLAIMER 25 Introduction Congr2. Pull the right hand finger lever except ROCKY6 GOLF which is push Wig Wag the scooter will move slowly forward The further you pull push the faster the scooter goes but will only reach the speed level that has been selected To STOP release the lever and the scooter will slowly come to a stop and the magnetic brake will be applied Steering Steering the scooter is 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 then apply power gently The scooter will turn very tightly but will still move with complete stability as long as the speed is not too high Do not turn sharply at high speed Reversing Before reversing ensure that 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 thumb finger lever Wig Wag and steer wide of all corners and obstacles Remember that when reversing you have to steer in the opposite direction to the way you want to go Take your time when reversing to ensure you do not run it to any objects Please note your scooter will always travel slower in reverse and has a slight delay before moving this is due to safety measures built into the scooters electric system Dismounting Before dismounting always en
3. available on our website www shoprider com au Scooter serial number is located on the sticker rear chassis rail Scooter Feature Guide ROCKY 6 Tiller Scooter Controls Deluxe Front Head Lights Chrome Front Bumper Pad 360mm X 80mm Pneumatic Tyres Adjustable Width amp Lift Up Armrests Seat Swivel Lever Seat Recline Adjustment Lever Deluxe Multi Hand Position Handle Bar Detachable Shopping Basket Double Pillow High Back Seat Adjustable Headrest ae O S 0 m N o Tiller Angle Lever Lock Suspension Front amp Rear Seat Height Adjustment D w Rear Lights U1 Battery Charger Inlet Port ROCKY 6 GOLF Tiller Scooter Controls Deluxe Front Head Lights Front Chrome Bumper Pad 500mm X 20mm Pneumatic Tyres Adjustable Width amp Height Armrests Seat Swivel Lever Seat Recline Adjustment Lever T Bar Handle Bar Detachable Golf Acc Basket Padded Captains Seat With Adjustable Headrest Tiller Angle Lever Lock 20 4 hv 0 sp N o Suspension Front amp Rear W Seat Height Adjustment E Rear Lights U1 Battery Charger Inlet Port Scooter Feature Guide continued 889SL Ua Tiller Scooter Controls Front Head Light 8 Front Chrome Bumper Pad 330mm X 100mm Pneumatic Tyres Adjustable Width amp Lift Up Armrest Seat Swivel Lever Seat Recline Adjustment Lever Foam Padded Multi Hand Position Handle Bar Detachable Shopping Basket Double Pillow High Back Seat A
4. ER Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider It is 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 injury 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 SHOPRIDER Australia Pty Ltd I Business Way Malaga Western Australia 6090 www shoprider com au 25 You can rely on Ask for the brand Shoprider RELIABLE MOBILITY GUARANTEED
5. an those indicated below do not under any circumstances exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual Doing so could cause instability in your scooter and or cause future problems with the electrical systems on the scooter Appendix 1 Rocky 6 I5 27 75kg I2 20 100kg 9 15 125kg 6 10 150kg 0 0 227kg Rocky GOLF I5 27 75kg I2 20 100kg 9 15 125kg 6 10 150kg 0 0 227kg 889SL 9 15 91kg 6 10 113kg o 0 136kg 889ERSF 9 1596 113kg 6 10 136kg o 0 159kg 889ERS 2 20 70kg 9 1596 91kg 6 1096 113kg 0 096 136kg Batteries X Battery Chargers All Shoprider scooters require two maintenance 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 is onlya guide and is most effective when the scooter is being driven only then is the true battery discharge level displayed Batteries life is not specific due to a number of reasons however Shoprider encourages that the scooter be placed on charge every night This should give optimum battery life and performance 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
6. at Reclining Adjustment Fig 2 Available on all models except for the 778DXD The reclining seat lever is 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 for storage and or transport Armrest Adjustment Hand Knob Adjustment Screw Locking Nut amp Screw Adjustment Bolt amp Locking Nut Seat Reclining Adjustment Figure 12 Scooter Tiller Controls Speed Control Dial The speed control dial allow the scooter to set the speed between minimum and 0 maximum Battery Level Indicator There are 8 LED light bars which indicate the amount of charge remaining in the batteries for the scooter As the charge diminishes the LED light will move to the next brightest LED light from left to right When the LED light bars move to the last light and start flashing the batteries are in critical need of charging Caution Do Not Allow the LED bars to go out completely as complete discharge of the batteries could cause critical damage to the batteries and scooter electrics Lights A blue coloured button on the tiller operates the lights on the scooter Horn A yellow coloured button on the tiller operates the horn Thumb Finger Lever Control Wig Wag The thumb finger lever control known as the Wig Wag controls the forward and reverse movement of the scooter There is a sticker on the tiller to indicate the direction that scoot
7. ate the scooter safely If equipped Never remove the scooters Anti ip wheels Do not use an escalator to move a scooter between floors Serious injury could occur Do not try to lift the scooter by its seat tiller rear chassis cover or any removable part Any of these could cause serious injury to the user or damage the scooter Do not use any parts or accessories that are not supplied by Shoprider SHOPRIDER Doesn t recommend that the scooter users be transported in a vehicle WHILE they are on the scooter Do not use the scooter in the rain If caught out in a rain shower as soon as possible return the scooter to a dry area and wipe any excess moisture off the scooter Do not drive the scooter through puddles Do not wash the scooter with a hose if the scooter requires a clean use a damp soft cloth only Always ensure the correct pressure is maintained in the tyres on the scooter Failure to do so may result in unstable handling of the scooter and reduced driving distance DISCLAIMER SHOPRIDER is not responsible for any damage or injury incurred due to improper or unsafe use of the SHOPRIDER scooter Mechanical or electrical defects will be dealt with on a contingency liability basis The parts will be replaced but no responsibility for any damage or injury can be implied to SHOPRIDER 8 EMI Warning SHOPRIDER scooters as with all electric braked scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference EMI wh
8. atulations on the purchase of your SHOPRIDER scooter SHOPRIDER owners are a distinguished growing group of people who care about quality performance and craftsmanship Because of the Transaxle engineering SHOPRIDER scooters are able to navigate a multitude of terrains with comfort and stability other conventional scooters can not provide With careful reading of this manual and not exceeding the parameters set down in this manual you can ensure that your SHOPRIDER scooter will give you years of trouble free service and enjoyment Please ensure that you read this manual carefully it is important for your safety that you understand the guidelines and instructions given This User manual contains the operating instructions for a number of different SHOPRIDER scooters Please locate the scooter which represents the model purchased Please complete the information below for future reference SHOPRIDER Selling Dealer Scooter Model Number Scooter Serial Number Date of Purchase ATTENTION This owner s manual is printed based on the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication SHOPRIDER reserves the right to make changes as they become necessary Any changes to the SHOPRIDER range may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the scooter model that was purchased Where possible a newer version of this manual may be
9. batteries are fully charged It is very important that you do not run the batteries completely flat this will impact on the battery life performance and may Damage the scooters electrics Shoprider recommends that only Genuine Shoprider Chargers be used to recharge the batteries in your scooter Please contact your authorised Shoprider provider for assistance Charging Charge the batteries completely 12 to 16 hours prior to first time use Prior to charging please ensure the key is turned off and removed from the scooter Connect the plug lead Refer FIGURE 14 into the battery charging socket Refer FIGURE 15 on the scooter tiller Ensure the wall socket is turned off then insert the 3 prong A C plug into the wall socket and switch ON Turn the charger on as shown on FIGURE 16 Please ensure the voltage on the charger is set to 230volt not I 20volt as this will destroy the charger Once the charger has been turned on the following lights will appear Thecharger has two lights The red light when constant shows the battery charger is connected if the red light flashes there is a break in the connection 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 charging is complete The charging time will vary on how long the scooter has been used for prior to charging howev
10. chase SHOPRIDER AUTHORISED DEALER listed on this form Only an authorised WARRANTY DEALER of Shoprider Australia following approval by Shoprider Australia can undertake warranty replacement or repair Drive Train Assembly 18 Months Warranty Shoprider Australia warrants that the drive train assembly will be free from defects under normal use for a period of 18 months from the date of purchase by the original customer Shoprider Australia will repair or replace at our option free of charge any part found upon examination by Shoprider Australia to be defective in material and or workmanship within the warranty period All parts claimed under warranty must be returned to Shoprider Australia in their present condition via the original place of purchase SHOPRIDER AUTHORISED DEALER listed on this form Only an authorised WARRANTY DEALER of Shoprider Australia following approval by Shoprider Australia can undertake warranty replacement or repair Drive train components include Transaxle Motor and Magnetic brake Other Parts 12 Months Warranty Shoprider Australia will repair or replace at our option free of charge any part found upon examination by Shoprider Australia to be defective in material and or workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months from the of purchase by the original customer Shoprider Australia will repair or replace at our option free of charge any part found upon examination by Shoprider Australia to be def
11. creen wiper which can be used when driving in 4 the rain to ensure a clear view The washer tank is located under the flap at the front and can be filled with clean water The battery charging point is also located under the front cover and is plugged in as per any scooter CAUTION Always dry away any water before connecting the battery charger and the battery charger must always stay dry Transporting If there is a need to transport the Rainrider we suggest the use of a covered trailer The windows should be left open during transport to prevent the build up of pressure in the cabin 6A Operating Your Shoprider Scooter Mounting the Scooter For your first lesson be sure you and your Shoprider scooter are on a level surface with plenty of room to test drive the scooter Mount the scooter either by lifting the armrest and sliding on to the seat or rotate the seat by lifting seat swivel lever and then rotate to face the tiller Make sure the seat locks in place Adjust the seat so you are comfortable and are able to easily reach the steering tiller Adjust the tiller as described previously Ensure you have both hands free and any items such as walking canes are stored in the optional cane crutch holder see the dealer if you require one of these optional items Starting Scooter Movement Insert the Key in to the slot and turn it to the ON position The speed setting should be set to or 2 setting
12. ction manual thoroughly Do not exceed the safe maximum climbing angle of the scooter Refer Appendix Do not exceed the maximum user weight at anytime Refer Appendix Failure to observe these limits may cause personal injury and invalidate your scooter warranty Do not mount or dismount the scooter when turned on Always ensure the key is switched to the off position Do not operate or sit on the scooter if the unit is in Free wheel mode Do not drive in reverse unless the speed governing dial is set to Low Do not turn suddenly at full speed Do not drive your scooter where you can not safely or legally walk Do not drive your scooter unless the seat is locked in the driving position Do not ride the scooter over deep soft terrain e g soft dirt deep grass loose gravel Never ride the scooter on ice or snow Do not drink alcohol and then operate the scooter Do not use a mobile phone when operating the scooter Always keep you feet on the scooter platform when moving Do not attempt to drive over curbs that exceed the safe climbing angle for your model of scooter Always approach curbs at a 90 degree angle at a slow speed Always stop fully before changing direction forward amp reverse Always proceed carefully while riding especially as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or hill Always proceed carefully while driving on rough or uneven surfaces Always consult your physician if in any doubt about your ability to oper
13. d Es xit NS Lights M Lights Battery Charger Port Wig Wag Reverse Lever Tiller Angle b Key Wig Wag Adjustment Lever Switch Forward Lever ROCKY 6 Battery Level Speed Control Indicator Dial Battery Hi Low f Charger Port Reverse lever Vy NC UD CN Wig Wag e O 7 A Forward Lever i Lights Key Switch Indicator Switch p Hazard Adjustment Lever Lights Tiller Angle ROCKY 6 GOLF 3 Scooter Tiller Controls continued Speed Control Dial Battery Level Indicator Indicator Hi Low Speed Switch Switch Wig Wag i Wig Wag Reverse Lever Forward Lever Hazard Key Lights Switch Tiller Angle Battery Charger Port Adjustment Lever 889SL Speed Control Dial Battery Level Indicator Battery Charger Port Hi Low Speed Switch Key Switch Wig Wag Reverse Lever Wig Wag Forward Lever Indicator Switch Tiller Angle Adjustment Lever 889ERSF 14 Scooter Tiller Control continued Speed Control mmm Battery Dial A o Charger Port 2 J i o i xx p Pe i Battery Level Key Indicator n Wig Wag P lt NJ Wig Wag Reverse Lever Forward Lever In TEN _ Adjustment Lever 889ERS Free Wheel Operation The free wheel release lever this may be
14. djustable Headrest Tiller Angle Lever Lock Suspension Front amp Rear Seat Height Adjustment Rear Lights Battery Charger Inlet Port D U Figure 3 Gila c c cp eS 0 mk WN 889ERSF Tiller Scooter Controls Front Head Light Chrome Front Bumper Pad 330mm X 100mm Tyres Adjustable Width amp Lift Up Armrest Seat Swivel Lever Seat Recline Adjustment Lever Foam Padded Multi Hand Position Handle Bar Detachable Shopping Basket High Back Seat With Adjustable Headrest Tiller Angle Lever Lock E d 0 hv 0 sp 191 12 m M o Suspension Front amp Rear W Battery Charger Inlet Port A Seat Height Adjustment Scooter Feature Guide continued 889ERS Tiller Scooter Controls Front Head Light 330mm X 100mm Tyres Adjustable Width amp Lift Up Armrest Seat Recline Adjustment Lever Foam Padded Multi Hand Position Handle Bar Detachable Shopping Basket High Back Seat With Adjustable Headrest Tiller Angle Lever Lock Suspension Front amp Rear 10 Battery Charger Inlet Port T O A 0 eS 2 N o SeatSwivel Lever Safety Rules Please use your SHOPRIDER scooter often and let it expand your horizons The more mobility your SHOPRIDER brings the happier we will be But as with all things observing a few rules will ensure safe scootering So please take the time to read and fully understand each rule below Do not ride the SHOPRIDER scooter without reading this instru
15. ective in material and or workmanship within the warranty period All parts claimed under warranty must be returned to Shoprider Australia in their present condition via the original place of purchase SHOPRIDER AUTHORISED DEALER listed on this form Only an authorised WARRANTY DEALER of Shoprider Australia following approval by Shoprider Australia can undertake warranty replacement or repair Exclusions 1 All transport costs associated with the submission and return of parts for repair or replacement under warranty as determined by Shoprider Australia are the responsibility of the original customer 2 Normal wear items are not covered under this warranty These include such items as brushes tyres brake pads upholstery seating and arm rests Damaged caused by Excessive abusive misuse negligence or accident Improper maintenance maintenance carried out by non approved WARRANTY DEALER Commercial use Not covered under this warranty 4 Where an authorised dealer has not lodged all required documentation at the appropriate time the warranty is void 5 AI warranties provided do not extend to purchasers of used or second hand equipment e U Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement part for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
16. er typically this should take 6 10 hours Your Shoprider charger is fitted with Standby Mode which ensures that you can not over charge your batteries Removing from Charge Turn the charger off as shown on FIGURE 16 Turn the wall socket off then remove the 3 prong A C plug from the wall socket Remove the plug lead from the battery charging socket Refer FIGURE 14 on the scooter tiller 20 Batteries X Battery Chargers continued Charger ON OFF switch Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Periods of Storage If the Shoprider scooter is not going to be used for long periods of time then Shoprider recommends that the scooter be charged every two weeks as a minimum Airline travel Your Shoprider scooter uses either Gel or Sealed lead acid deep cycle batteries They are maintenance free and transportable on Aeroplane Train and Automobiles as there is no danger of leakage Some Airline companies require documentation regarding the transporting of the batteries Please check with your airline prior to travelling Should you need to this information please have your selling dealer contact Shoprider CAUTION Always ensure that the charging lead is in good condition and has not been damaged or stretched Note Your Shoprider charger is fitted with fuses and should your charger not operate please check with your selling Shoprider dealer 21 Care amp Maintenance Wheels and Tyres The wheels of yo
17. er will travel when the Wig Wag is depressed or pulled The amount of pressure applied to each lever will determine the speed the scooter will travel Release the lever and the scooter will slowly come to a stop and the electromagnetic brake will be applied On Off Key Switch Insert the key in to the key barrel on the tiller Turn the key and the Battery indicator gauge pointer will move to the green or LED light bars light up There will be a short delay before the thumb finger lever can be operated while the controller is checking the circuits Indicator Switch where fitted Operates the turn indicators on the scooter Hazard Warning Switch where fitted A red button operates all the indicators on the scooter at one time High Low Speed Switch where fitted Some Shoprider scooters have a High Low speed settings WARNING The legal speed limit in most states in public areas is 10Kph The scooter is set up with a Hi Lo switch which when set to low will meet the legal requirements Electromagnetic Brake All Shoprider scooters have Electromagnetic brakes fitted The brake is automatically operated when the control levers Wig Wag are released There is a very slight delay when the scooter decelerates This allows the scooter to come to a smooth stop 2 Scooter Tiller Controls continued Battery Level Speed Control Indicator Dial Indicator Switch Hi Low Speed Switch 4 3 I GE jm pld yd pa NNN a Hazar
18. fying the scooter may make it more susceptible Report all incidents of unintended movement or braking to your Shoprider provider and note whether there are sources of EMI nearby If your scooter does unexpectedly stop then turn the key off Wait for a few seconds and turn the key back on WARNING Shoprider Mobility Products is not responsible for damage or injury incurred due to improper and unsafe use of our scooter Adjustments Tiller Angle Adjustment Fig 6A amp B On the left hand side at the base of the tiller is a red lever black knob Push pull the lever to release the pin and select the required tiller angle Refit the pin into one of the five location holes Check the tiller is locked in place before driving the scooter Seat Slide amp Swivel Adjustment Fig 7 Pulling up on the seat 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 4 positions Straight 90 180 270 Seat Removal Fig 7 Fold down the back of the seat Pull up the swivel seat adjustment lever fig 7 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 8 Remove seat as described above Loo
19. goods fail to be of acceptable quality and failure does not amount to major failure THIS SCOOTER WAS PURCHASED FROM AND IS WARRANTED BY DEALER NAME ADDRESS CONTACT PHONE EMAIL 24 Technical Specifications Unit Specifications EM Rocky 6 Rocky 6 Golf 889SL 889ERSF 889ERS Overall Dimensions MM 1430 x 680 1430 x 680 1300 x 640 1400 x 645 340 x 600 LxWxH I x 1300 x 1330 x 1120 x 1300 x 1170 Number 2 360mm 2 500mm 2 330mm 2 330mm 2 330mm Size of Tyres 3 2 360mm 2 500mm 2 330mm 2 330mm 2 330mm Maximum User Weight 36 39 M on flat level ground Total Weight with Batteries Basket amp Seat Suggested Minimum Battery Capacity Charger 8amp 8amp 4amp 4amp o off board off board off board off board off board Output of Motor Output of Motor Motor W Hp W Hp 14920 14920 1420 1420 890 1 2 890 1 2 2 1100 1 50 1100 1 50 50 560 0 75 RM 75 Maximum Speed 2 5 2 2 2 up to on level ground Maximum Climbing 15 9 15 9 15 9 15 9 M 2 Angle 125kg 125kg 91kg 113kg 70kg Maximum weight shown Turning Radius Turning Radius 1 1800 100 M 160 All specifications are subject to change without notice l Includes Anti tip wheels Where fitted Rocky 6 Golf Golf bracket where fitted 2 Driver weight may exceed weight of unit speed must be reduced when turning 3 Rocky 6 may be optioned with 330 x 100mm tyres DISCLAIM
20. ich is 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 Forward or Reverse It can also permanently damage the scooter s control system but this would likely be at levels exceeding the Australian standard The intensity of the interfering EMI energy can be measured in volts per meter V M Each SHOPRIDER scooter can resist up to a certain intensity This is called immunity level the higher the immunity the greater the protection At this time current technology is capable of achieving 20V M immunity level which will provide useful protection from the more common sources of radiated EMI The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types l 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 a
21. me time CAUTION Never drive backwards over curbs or stationary obstacles This may result in the scooter tipping over CAUTION Do not drive on raised surfaces with unprotected edges Do not drop off curbs ledges or stairs Maximum User Weight and Incline Angle Each Shoprider scooter has been manufactured to have safe working limits for maximum user weight and incline angle please ensure you review the specifications for your model Appendix and never exceed these maximums at any time The maximum user weight is indicated at 0 degrees example 1 36kg 0 WARNING Exceeding user weight or incline specifications may damage your scooter amp void your warranty WARNING If fitted Never remove the anti tip wheels from the scooter CAUTION When on any incline or decline never place the scooter in free wheel mode CAUTION When driving on an incline never Zigzag or drive at an angle up the incline Always drive your scooter straight up the incline This will reduce the possibility of the scooter tipping CAUTION Do not drive your Shoprider across the side of an incline Do not stop if possible while driving up or down an incline Use 7 10 setting on your speed dial when going up an incline and l 4 when going down the incline WARNING You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline i e areas covered with snow ice cut grass or wet leaves WARNING Shoprider scooters are capable of climbing slopes greater th
22. ntenna 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 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 l 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 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 soonas it is safe Be aware that adding accessories or components or modi
23. red or yellow depending on the model of the scooter is located inside the Right or Left rear wheel To disengage the motor move the lever in the opposite direction The scooter can now be pushed To re engage the motor return the lever to the original location The scooter should now be unable to be pushed WARNING Always re engage the Free Wheeling device after use Failure to do so may result in Injury Do not release the free wheel lever on any incline Anti Tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are located at the rear of the scooter frame The anti tip wheels are removable on some models The scooter should not be used unless the anti tips are fitted Shoprider is not responsible for the damage or injury due to improper or misuse of the scooter Rear Chassis Cover Circuit Breakers Free Wheel Release Lever Anti Tip Wheels Anti Tip Wheels Figure 13 Supplementary information for the Rainrider Driving The Rainrider scooter is used in the same way as any other scooter however the size and shape of the Rainrider should be taken into account and care should be taken when driving Different conditions will require different types of care e g very strong winds would require a special consideration of use and whether it was advisable to use at all in those conditions When driving the Rainrider other users of the paths etc being used should be considered and care taken to ensure their right of use is not compromised Whils
24. sary Also check the seat and arm rest tightening knobs and tighten as needed If your scooter is fitted with authorised Shoprider accessories please check these to ensure the tightening knobs and bolts are secure Lubrication Approximately every six months you should lubricate the following parts on your Shoprider amp The lubrication points are as follows Seat post only The suggested lubricants should be done with light grade of grease Please note The breather hole on top of the Transaxle is NOT a grease nipple PLEASE NOTE ANY OTHER LUBRICATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY AN AUTHORSED SHOPRIDER DEALER Servicing Shoprider recommends that your scooter be service as a minimum every 2 months for average users and every 6 months for heavy users This will ensure that your Shoprider will continue to deliver the outstanding reliability they are known for Please contact the selling Shoprider dealer to arrange 22 Trouble Shooting Information Circuit Breaker Your Shoprider scooter is fitted with the latest in 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 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 Refer FIGURE 13 Please note Overloading yo
25. sen the seat tightening hand knob Allen key head bolt The seat height can be adjusted to 5 different settings by inserting the steel locking pin in the required hole Retighten the hand knob Allen key head bolt and replace the seat Do not use the scooter without the arms being fitted Adjustment Lever Adjustment Lever Tiller Angle Adjustment Lever Tiller Angle Adjustment Lever Seat Slide Swivel Seat Seat Spring Locking Pin Seat Tightening Hand Knob Adjustments continued Armrest Width Adjustments Fig 9 On the underside of the rear seat there are two hand knobs Allen key head bolts one either side Loosening the hand knob or bolt allows the arm rest to be adjusted to the reguired width or removed for transportation Armrest Angle Adjustment Fig 10 To adjust the armrests angle on all models except 888SE Explorer 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 Your scooter is dispatched from the factory with the armrests set parallel to the floor Armrest Angle Adjustment Fig 1 To adjust the armrest angle on the 888SE explorer Flip up the armrest to allow access to the adjustment bolt Turn the bolt either up or down to adjust the angle of the armrest Ensure you tighten the locking nut at the base of the bolt Se
26. sure that the key is turned to the OFF position CAUTION Please ensure that care is exercised when entering Or leaving the scooter and that the tiller is not used for support Basic Driving Practice all the skill learned from the above sections When you have gained experience and confidence with these basic skills then you are ready to start using your Shoprider scooter to its full potential 7 Operating Your Shoprider Scooter continued Grass and Gravel Please follow the guidelines given previously 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 This may cause the motor to over load Ramps The stability of your scooter is 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 aramp or slope keep the speed settings at slow This will ensure there is a safe controlled descent When the thumb finger levers are released the scooter will slowly stop Curbs When approaching curbs and or any other stationary obstacle use extreme caution slow down and evaluate whether you need to negotiate this obstacle If you do have to traverse the obstacle then approach the obstacle front on only both wheels meet the obstacle at the sa
27. t the Rainrider is designed for wet weather it is recommended to reduce speed and avoid deep puddle when driving It is recommended to store the Rainrider in a dry well ventilated location when not in use Cleaning The Rainrider scooter whilst able to be used in wet conditions should not be hosed directly but washed with a sponge and bucket when necessary and then thoroughly dried In most situations a wipe over with a soft cloth and diluted windex will be sufficient Do not use any abrasive cleaners on the bodywork Storage To ensure your Rainrider has a long life it is recommended that it be stored under cover or in a garage The battery charger should be kept dry and free from dust and ideally stored on a shelf with a power point nearby Door Removal The doors of the Rainrider are designed to be removed in summer as the cabin may become too hot to be comfortable To remove the doors firstly remove the door straps from under the seat where they are clipped Then preferably with 2 people open the door 100mm and lift up The door will easily come away and can be stored in an upright position wrapped loosely in a soft cloth material for the summer months When it is time to replace the doors 2 people will be required and the reverse of the dismantling procedure applies Take care to align door pins which may take a few minutes to align exactly Lastly reattach the door strap clips under the seat 100 11 General I The Rainrider has a winds
28. ur Shoprider scooter have split rims This allows any punctures to be repaired easily To change the wheels remove the center 3 mm bolt and slide the wheel off its axle Take care not to lose the drive key on the rear wheels When changing a tyre you must deflate the tyre first Remove the four bolts to split the rim if required Ensure that when refitting the wheel the retaining bolt is fitted with a locking washer with drive key for the rear wheel Tyre pressure is recommended to be kept at 30 psi on the rear tyres and 25 psi on the front Note when refitting the tube a small amount of air in the tube will prevent the tube from pinching when reassembling the split rim CAUTION On the tyre it states maximum tyre pressure is 50psi This is a maximum tyre pressure and the tyres should never be inflated to this pressure ATTENTION Tyres should be maintained at the correct pressure noted above to ensure even wear and ride comfort Cleaning Your Shoprider scooter can be cleaned as required however as with all electrical equipment you must ensure that extreme care is used to not water damage any sensitive parts Please read the following warnings Only use asoft damp cloth NEVER use a hose to wash your scooter DO NOT use abrasive cleaning products Mild detergent only should be used General Scooter Maintenance Every six months check the tiller base bolts wheel axle bolts and arm rest angle adjustment bolts and tighten as neces
29. ur scooter can be a common reason for your circuit breaker switching Any overloading must be removed to ensure continued reliable operation Check List If your scooter fails to operate please check the following Is the key in the correct slot and Turned to the ON position Does the battery level indicator gauge show the Battery level is it fully charged Is the Freewheeling device in the drive position can the scooter be pushed If it can then the Freewheeling device may be disengaged Re engage the Freewheeling device e Reset the circuit breaker PLEASE NOTE 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 selling Shoprider provider if your scooter does not run after checking these points 23 WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS Structural Frame 3 Year Warranty Shoprider Australia warrants that the frame will be free from defects under normal use for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase by the original customer Shoprider Australia will repair or replace at our option free of charge any part found upon examination by Shoprider Australia to be defective in material and or workmanship within the warranty period All parts claimed under warranty must be returned to Shoprider Australia in their present condition via the original place of pur
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