Breeze 3 & Breeze 4 Operating Instructions and
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1. Breeze 3 amp Breeze 4 Operating Instructions and Owner s Handbook CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ASSEMBLY PREPARE THE BREEZE FOR FIRST USE THE CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT PANEL SEAT ADJUSTMENT DRIVING TRANSPORTING THE BREEZE PARKING BRAKE RELEASE SAFETY OVERLOAD SWITCH TIPS CAUTIONS PROBLEMS AND ADDITIONAL FEATURES BATTERY CHARGING A GUIDE TO SAFE AND LASTING BATTERIES MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY SAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR SCOOTER USERS CHAPTER 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 1 INTRODUCTION The Breeze Outdoor Powered Scooter Thank you for purchasing from TGA We hope your Breeze will bring much freedom and pleasure to your life This handbook provides important information on the most common operational and maintenance concerns that the user should be familiar with It is very important that the user is familiar with the driving technique and is able to operate the controls competently before venturing far from where there is assistance The handbook will draw your attention to important safety related issues by Care Warning Labeling Keep this handbook for future referral Care Warning Do not ride your Breeze without fully reading and understanding this instruction manual first Do not exceed the maximum gradient slope of 21 T Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum carrying weight see Technical Specifications Do not get on or off your Breeze unless2. Clean all exterior surfaces touch up any damaged paint Check and inflate the tyres see technical specification on page 10 Be sure the battery is fully charged before prolonged periods of storage and be sure to recharge every 6 weeks Failure to comply may result in battery replacement 11 BATTERY CHARGING The battery charger supplied is special to your Breeze and so it may not be suitable for any other powered mobility product Only use the charger supplied with your Breeze as other makes of chargers may permanently damage your batteries and would void the warranty To charge your batteries follow these simple steps 1 Switch OFF your Breeze and remove the key 2 Plug the charger lead into the socket located on the rear of the handlebar console fig 3 7 Plugging the charger into Breeze automatically cuts all power to the electronics and the scooter cannot be driven 3 Push the plug from the charger into a suitable wall outlet and switch on 4 The red light will come on for mains on as will an amber light indicating the battery is charging Green will light when the batteries are fully charged 5 When the batteries reach their charged state the charger will automatically stop charging The lights will however still be on but the batteries cannot overcharge 6 Although to get out of trouble the batteries can be put on charge for a short period of time it is always best to go through a complete charge cycle each time Excessi
3. checks that will keep the machine in good running order Do not apply oil or grease to any components Sealed bearings and nylon bushes eliminate the need for lubrication Keep all components clean and dry Keep tyres inflated according to technical specification on page 10 Low tyre pressure will degrade performance so it is very important to check pressure frequently Check tyres for wear Replace as soon as there is any sign of excessive wear e The Breeze uses maintenance free batteries they are leak proof regardless of position Charging the battery is the only maintenance required refer to charging instructions DO NOT leave the batteries flat charge every 4 6 weeks if the Breeze is being stored and not used Check the electrical cable connectors are fully home and secure Battery Replacement is dependent upon use the batteries generally last up to 3 years When batteries loose power too quickly it is likely they are due for replacement If there is no dealer in your area you may want to change the batteries yourself Order batteries direct from TGA Installation instructions are included with the replacement batteries Repairs relating to electrical or mechanical components should be performed by your Breeze dealer only Seat Upholstery A damp cloth and a little soap will keep your seat and backrest looking good Do not use abrasive Cleaners as this will damage the coating Upholstery can be damaged by chemical cleaners Ul
4. it is switched off T Do not switch your Breeze on with the speed control lever depressed Do not back your Breeze into uneven inclines or surfaces Be cautious when traversing slopes T Do not drive your Breeze in a confined space unless the speed adjustment is set to low Do not turn suddenly at full soeed especially on uneven or hilly ground Failure to observe this may result in tipping of the scooter A Do not drive your Breeze unless the seat is locked into the driving position Do drive your Breeze over deep soft terrain e g soft dirt deep grass loose gravel A Do not operate your scooter when under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs which may impair your safety Do not climb or descend curbs that exceed the Breeze s capability Do not turn when negotiating curbs Always approach curbs at low speed and straight Always stop fully before changing direction forward or reverse Always keep your feet on the vehicle when driving Always proceed carefully while riding your scooter especially as you approach the downgrade of a ramp hill E Always proceed carefully while riding on uneven surfaces i Do not sit on your Breeze while being transported in a moving vehicle Always restrain the scooter so that it cannot move in the vehicle and transfer yourself to a vehicle seat Do not drive your Breeze through deep water or clean with high pressure hose Never attempt to freewheel d
5. A Electric Leisure Ltd reserves the right to change specification and or prices without prior notification or warning Breeze Handbook May 2011 15
6. Information Only genuine TGA Spares should be used An authorised TGA dealer will service your Breeze under the terms of the above stated warranty Servicing dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer any question you may have If you encounter a problem that a dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Almost all problems can be solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact TGA for advice 11 17 SAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR SCOOTER USERS Scooters fall into two categories Class 2 which is essentially a 4mph pavement vehicle and can only legally be used on the road when either crossing over or because there are no footpaths A Class vehicle is capable of 4 amp 8 mph and provided it is fitted with front and rear lights flashing indicators horn and rear view mirror it is legal for use on the road It can also be used on the footpaths but must not exceed 4 mph Class 2 amp 3 vehicles must not be driven on Dual Carriageways Motorways Bus Lanes or Cycle Tracks INSURANCE There is no legal requirement for insurance but it is a very good idea to have cover for fire and theft accidental and malicious damage and also third party damages Just phone Karen at TGA 01787 882244 and she will talk you through it BREAKDOWN amp GET YOU HOME SERVICE Again
7. avery good idea and can take a load of worry off your mind Just talk to Karen MOBILE PHONE An essential item if you are out there alone You never know breakdown accident health communication is a must CARRYING LOADS Do not overload It may make the vehicle unstable and reduce its range Place heavy loads inboard in the middle not behind the back wheel which can lighten the steering or can cause the front end to lift off the road on a bump and not at the front which might make steering heavy WATCH YOUR BRAKES Never try to drive or even sit on your vehicle while it is in free wheel The electronic brake will be out of action and the vehicle could run away with you MAINTENANCE Do carry out the checks listed in this manual regularly and also have the machine serviced at least once a year TYRES Keep tyres at the pressure recommended by the manufacturer They will last longer and be safer Replace when they become worn LIGHTS Check bulbs regularly and replace when needed use your lights frequently at dusk onwards on a dull or rainy day However remember the use of lights may reduce the range of your scooter SENSIBLE GUIDELINES FOR SAFETY When using the footpath Just because you are on the footpath or pedestrian precinct does not make you a pedestrian If you are on a motorized vehicle you are no longer a pedestrian Remember pedestrians always have right of way Many people on foot will be kind and h
8. commend that you gradually explore going further each day 8 Should the battery run out before you get home there are two things you can do to avoid being stranded Stopping and switching off the KEY for 5 10 minutes will allow the battery to recover a little power so that you can proceed further You can attempt this a number of times If you are unfortunate and cannot return to home under the battery power there is a Free Wheel device that will allow someone to push the Breeze home see Parking Brake Release 9 Range is influenced by many environmental conditions hills will substantially decrease the range Establish what you can obtain around your locality by gradually increasing the distance and checking the battery indicators at the end of each journey 10 Reducing the speed will also reduce the power For climbing obstacles or hills you will need to increase the speed setting to give the power and then control the speed with the levers Parking 1 Before leaving the scooter switch the ignition off the battery indicator will then go off Remove the ON OFF Key for security 2 If the Breeze has been used in the Free Wheel mode see Parking Brake Release it is VERY IMPORTANT to re engage the drive to ensure that the scooter brake is on before you get off 3 Flip up the armrest to make it easier to get up from the Breeze or swivel the seat through 90 7 TRANSPORTING THE BREEZE When transporting Breeze in a
9. d different types of terrain will achieve different results It is important to only use Breeze on short runs to start with to explore the sort of range you will be achieving When you are confident about range you can start going on longer journeys 15 Speed Indicator Display Located on the LCD display fig 4 3 the Speed indicator shows the speed the Breeze is travelling in either mph or kph fig4 9 16 Mode amp Reset Button The Mode and Reset button fig 4 8 will change the digital reading fig 4 3 from speed to distance or time travelled The distance travelled can be shown in either miles of km and the time travelled is measured in hours fig 4 9 To reset the travel time or distance simply press Mode until the time or distance is showing and then hold mode for 7 seconds This button can also change the digital reading to a clock 17 Set up Button The Set Up button is used to set up the time and date To set up or change the time and or date indicated on the clock simply press the Mode button until the clock is showing and then hold the Mode button for 7 seconds and you will enter set up mode of the clock In set up mode use the Mode button to select each unit of time hours or minutes the selected unit will flash Then use the Set Up button to increase the selected unit by 1 unit Once you have set the desired unit press the Mode button to move on to the next 5 SEAT ADJUSTMENT 1 For ease of entry and exit to B
10. e for details Care Warning The Breeze is easy to drive but it is essential that you familiarise yourself with the controls and learn to drive it in a safe area with sufficient room to manoeuver for your safety and that of others The area should be free of obstacles and reasonably flat Mark a practice course for straight line driving turning in confined spaces reversing and driving around obstacles 4 THE CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT PANEL Figs 1 4 Provide details of the control system Listed below are the various controls and their uses 1 Speed Control Levers The speed of Breeze is controlled by the lever located on the right hand handlebar and shown in Fig 1 1 Always use the lever gently remembering that the more you squeeze the lever in the quicker you will go To stop simply release the lever the braking is completely automatic and when the machine has stopped the parking brake will engage and stay on until the machine moves off again The lever is also fitted with a panic sensor which is activated if the lever is pulled in hard against the handlebar If this happens all power to the motor will be shutdown and the brakes will come on immediately causing the machine to stop very suddenly Please be aware of this fact and brace yourself accordingly There are Several reasons for this to be fitted 1 to stop the throttle becoming pulled on accidentally causing a dangerous situation 2 to stop intentional very rapid acceleration 3 for e
11. elpful to the drivers of a wheelchair or scooter but not everyone In a crowded precinct market area or footpath It is your responsibility to ensure you do not run into anyone or do any harm with your vehicle While many people will make way for you you cannot expect everyone to do so Some will appear to not even realize you are there They will climb round and even over your vehicle rather than allow you room to move Also be very aware of people s feet 12 When climbing or descending kerbs Always approach at right angles with your front wheels straight on to the kerb Do not climb or descend kerbs higher than the manufacturer recommends Move carefully to avoid traumatic bumps to yourself or the vehicle Watch out for e Children They may well run in front of you without warning You may only be moving very slowly but you could still injure a child Elderly People They may be unable to quickly move aside to let you pass Give way to them e Disabled people on foot they too may be unable to dodge you e People with visual problems or impaired hearing Give them space and time e Other motorised vehicle users You may be doing all the right things This does not guarantee they will do likewise When you need help You may need to ask people to open doors for you Most people are willing to help if asked politely Don t struggle to do the impossible or even the very difficult things when there are people around w
12. hese are located between the right hand rear wheel and the battery cover fig 5 3 Should these switch s become activated for whatever reason it will cause a complete electrical shutdown and the parking brake will come on Switch off allow a few minutes and push the button in to reset If it will not reset leave a few more minutes and try again If it refuses to reset get in touch with your dealer Never attempt to hold the button in by any other means If Breeze will not charge switch off allow a few minutes and reset If it will not reset follow the instructions above 10 TIPS CAUTIONS PROBLEMS AND ADDITIONAL FEATURES Stop Problems before they Start If you detect an unusual vibration or noise in the operation of your Breeze try to determine the cause Be sure the power is off before investigating If you cannot discover the cause of a problem contact your Breeze dealer for help Airline Checking Sealed Lead Acid Batteries are permitted on aeroplanes A sticker on the battery case states what they are Airline personnel may insist on removing the battery cover to verify its contents It is best to check with the airline before hand An airline compliance certificate is available from TGA Storage Avoid storing your Breeze in locations with extreme heat or cold A cool dry location is ideal if possible The following steps will help keep rust and corrosion from impairing your scooters function and appearance Turn the key to the off position
13. his is located on the RH handlebar fig 3 5 It has two positions 1 which is the high speed approx 8 mph and 1 2 which is the slow speed approx 4mph CARE WARNING It is a legal requirement not to exceed 4 mph on footpaths or shopping areas Always use the slow speed when driving inside buildings crowded areas sales stately homes etc Using the faster speed in these sorts of conditions presents a serious danger both to you and people on foot Don t forget these machines are very quiet and others may not be aware of your presence The 8 mph speed is only legal for road or off road use 12 Speed Select Light Will come on when speed 4mph is selected fig 4 4 13 Brake Release Button In addition to the manual brake release the Breeze is fitted with a very convenient handlebar electronically operated device as well To use switch on the keyswitch and squeeze the button located at the front of the RH handlebar This will release the brake and allow the scooter to be moved fig 1 4 4 14 Battery Condition Indicator Consists of 8 individual segments and is located on the LCD Display fig 4 6 All 8 segments lit shows a fully charged battery When you reach 3 segments you should be thinking of recharging and when you get down to the last 2 lit is important to get it on charge as soon as possible At this point there will be limited mileage left It is I impossible to be more specific than this as every rider an
14. ho would help if asked Driving inside shops and buildings This is where you have the advantage over car users Not many supermarkets would welcome a car driving round their store But bigger shops and even some quite small ones are accessible to wheelchairs and scooters Once inside the store it is your responsibility to drive slowly and safely and not damage the fittings or the stock or hurt other shoppers or store workers You may need to ask for help Again in most cases people are willing if asked properly Don t risk pulling down a whole display to reach the top shelf ASK FOR HELP Speed in shops and buildings Reduce it It is a good idea to set the speed control to a lower level to avoid any accident Be especially careful if you need to reverse that your way is clear of shop fittings and people Three wheeled scooters with their maneuverability and lightness of steering are more suited to shopping On the Road Remember you are not driving a car but a very small and slow vehicle which is therefore more vulnerable If itis possible use the footpath It is wise to avoid using roads particularly busy ones WHEN DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE ON THE ROAD Remember although this is legal for all Class 3 vehicles it is not always safe or sensible to do so You are responsible for your own safety and that of other road users The normal rules of the road apply and you must obverse the law about e Driving on the left side of the road Never dri
15. k overload switches e Check brake release is engaged 2 The battery condition gauge fails to operate when the key switch is in the on position check the following e Make sure the battery charger is not plugged to the wall outlet this will prevent drive Check brake release is not disengaged e Check the battery connectors battery terminal condition e f none of the above contact your Breeze Dealer 3 If your Breeze does not slow down or the variable speed control does not work e Turn off the power on key switch e Inform your authorized TGA dealer 4 The Breeze stops and will not restart e Check the overload switch which can be reset by simply pushing the button in Section 9 Safety Overload Switch CAUTION If you find for any reason your Breeze does not reduce speed when you let go of the speed control lever use the manual brake on the handlebars If this fails to stop you switch your Breeze off with the ON OFF key The parking brake will activate immediately and stop your Breeze Beware the machine will stop very suddenly so brace yourself with the handlebars and sit back on your seat Care Warning This operation should only be carried out as on emergency continual use of this procedure will damage the drive transmission and motor brake Consult your authorized TGA dealer before using your scooter again if you feel for any reason that your Scooter is not driving correctly or making unusual noise stop using the scooter Be SAFE c
16. mergency use 4 it is possible that when in an emergency situation instead of releasing the throttle some people will panic and pull the lever even harder With this sensor fitted in an emergency situation which ever direction the lever goes the machine will stop In normal use take 3 care not to pull the lever hard onto the handlebar It is best to familiarize yourself with this safety device You may have a machine that has been fitted with one of the following factory fitted options a L H speed Control Lever This is used exactly as described above and is fitted to the L H handlebar instead of R H b Twist Grip speed Control Twist the throttle gently to engage power the more you twist the quicker you will go To stop simply release or wind back the lever fig 1 2 C Foot Pedal Speed Control Again much the same as above but used with the foot and not the hand Simply release pedal to stop located on the footplate RH side NB Twist grip and foot throttle are not fitted with panic sensors 2 Emergency Brake All braking on the Breeze is automatic and the emergency brake should never need to be used It is only for emergency use in the very unlikely event that the automatic braking fails If used this lever will cut off the power of the machine and bring you safely to a halt Lever located on left handle bar fig 2 1 3 Horn Buttons located either side of handlebar fig 3 1 The buzzer will be enabled to automatically s
17. motor vehicle the height can be reduced by the removal of the seat and laying the tiller flat Everything however must be securely strapped down including the scooter itself and anything removed from it The user must never travel in a vehicle seated on Breeze but should transfer to a proper vehicle seat CARE WARNING All components are heavy seek help if you think you may injure yourself when lifting 8 PARKING BRAKE RELEASE In addition to the Electronic Brake Release Section 4 14 the Breeze is fitted with a manual brake release This is located at the rear of the Breeze just inside the right hand rear wheel fig 5 3 The up position is normal use pushed down releases the brake and allows the Breeze to be pushed There will be no power to drive Breeze when the brake is in this position however when switched on the Battery Indicator lights will flash fig4 6 indicating a fault mode and the Alarm indicator fig 4 5 will illuminate Never release this lever when Breeze is on a slope 9 SAFETY OVERLOAD SWITCH The Breeze is protected electrically and electronically by 2 overload switches They are designed to pop out should an overload or serious electronic fault occur Possible examples that could cause the overload switch to activate could be steep or very long slope or high kerb causing overloading and overheating or possible accident damage One of the switches covers the charging circuit and the other covers the drive side of Breeze T
18. nted by TGA for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase subject to the following conditions 1 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser user of the TGA product identified by the product serial number located on the frame This warranty is not transferable 2 TGA will repair or replace free of charge any part found upon inspection by an authorised representative of TGA to be defective in material and or workmanship If a defect or fault is discovered the dealer from where the product was purchased should be notified immediately Warranty Exclusions Tyres these are normal wear components and replacement is not warranted e TGA will not be responsible for defects caused by abuse in return transit vandalism misuse abuse accident negligence alteration or misuse caused by non observance of instructions set out in the Operators Manual e This warranty does not cover commercial or rental use of the Breeze or any use other than normal e Upholstery and seating these are normal wear components and replacement is not warranted e Returns are only accepted when the product is shipped in the original carton with original protective packing materials installed Returned goods to be sent to TGA carriage paid If a successful warranty claim is found TGA will pay return carriage There is no other express warranty Any and all other implied warranties are excluded Your rights as a consumer are not affected Service
19. ontact your TGA dealer they will be able to advise you 15 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Breeze 3 Breeze 4 Dimensions Length 1550mm 61 1650mm 65 Width 680mm 26 8 680mm 26 8 Height seat amp tiller folded 1000mm 39 4 1000mm 39 4 Height no seat 890mm 35 890mm 35 Weights Without batteries 110kg 242 5105 117kg 257 9105 With batteries 124kg 273 3lbs 131kg 288 8lbs With 75A H batteries 142kg 313lbs 149kg 328 4lbs Speeds Normal mode 6 4kph 4mph 6 4kph 4mph Fast mode 12 8kph 8mph 12 8kph 8mph Max Carrying Weight 551 lbs 250kg 551 lbs 250kg Ground Clearance 1200mm 5 1200mm 5 Max Slope angle 12 96 12 96 Turning Radius 2200mm 86 6 1800mm 10 9 Tyre Size Front Pneumatic 75mm x 250mm 3 x 10 100mm x 150mm 4 x 6 Tyre Size Rear Pneumatic 88mm x 250mm 3 5 x 10 88mm x 250mm 3 5 x 10 Tyre Pressure Front 40psi 25psi Tyre Pressure Rear 40psi 40psi Approx Range 40A H Batteries 32km 19 8miles 32km 19 8miles 75A H Batteries 45km 27 9miles 45km 27 9miles The Breeze is manufactured in accordance with Safety Standard EN12184 It complies with CE Approval Europe and is approved by the TNO TGA reserve the right to alter at any time without prior notice the design specification packaging or price of their products without incurring any obligation 10 16 WARRANTY This is to certify that your TGA product is warra
20. ot switch off unplug or interrupt the recharge cycle until the charging cycle has completed 12 AGUIDE TO SAFE AND LASTING BATTERIES For longest life your batteries should be recharged after reasonable use If your Breeze is not used for a period of time a refreshing charge should be given every 4 6 weeks Never leave your batteries in a discharged condition This is particularity important to sealed batteries such as the type in your Breeze f your Breeze is to be stored away for some time make sure the batteries are fully charged before storing Fully charge the batteries before re using it Every six months check the connections on the batteries making sure they are tight and clean Breeze is fitted with sealed maintenance free batteries especially designed for powered mobility They do not require topping up and will not leak out even if batteries are inverted Batteries carry a limited warranty from the original manufacturer which is subject to a stringent Wear and tear clause Any battery faults due to a defect by the original manufacturer will normally become obvious within the first two months Any gradual deterioration in performance after this period is normally associated with fair wear and tear misuse or accidental damage is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty 13 MAINTENANCE We recommend that the Breeze has an annual service and maintenance check by your Breeze Dealer or TGA The following are weekly monthly
21. ound when using reverse and when the Breeze is left in reverse 4 Indicators Left and right hand located on the L H handlebar Push the switch in the same direction as you need to turn To stop the indicators push the button forward The buzzer can be enabled to sound whilst indicators are in use deactivated as standard fig 3 2 5 Indicator Warning Lights Come on when using indicators fig 4 1 6 Hazard Warning Lights Operates all indicator lights together For emergency use only and can be accompanied by an audible warning deactivated as standard fig 2 2 7 Head Light Switch This switches on front and rear lights and located at fig 3 3 8 Head Light Warning Light Will come on when lights are in use Lights will reduce range of scooter Use only when necessary fig 4 2 9 Power On Off Switch The Breeze has a removable key which should be taken out when machine not in use When the key is inserted the switch has two positions off where there will be no power to the machine and the parking brake will be engaged and on where the machine is ready for use fig 3 4 10 Forward Reverse Switch Located on the RH handlebar fig 1 3 Select your desired direction by pressing either side of switch as marked When using reverse the top speed is automatically reduced and a warning buzzer will sound WARNING Always come to a complete stop before changing selector switch 11 Speed Selector Switch T
22. own a slope as all braking will be lost Safe driving tips for scooter users have been printed in the back of this manual For your own safety and that of others please ensure that you thoroughly read and understand this and in addition always obey the rules of the road Intended Purpose The Breeze is intended for outdoor use and is fitted with large wheels and fully active front and rear suspension making it ideal for rough terrain and cross country as well as normal use It is capable of climbing slopes up to 21 and negotiating obstacles up to 12cm Care must be taken when using in these conditions Pavement Use The speed of the Breeze is dependant on the weight of the occupant incline and the type of surface Tested with a weight of 18 stone 114 55kg the Breeze had a speed of 7 5 8mph on the flat on high speed setting When used on the pavement the UK law limits the speed to 4mph For pavement use make sure 4mph is selected and drive with care 2 ASSEMBLY WHERE NECESSARY The Breeze was pre delivery inspected and tested prior to dispatch The batteries may have been disconnected for delivery purposes only Remove all the items from the carton and strip the protective packaging materials off each item Returns are only accepted when the product is shipped in the original cartons with the original packing material installed Breeze 3 will have had the front wheel and the seat removed Replace the front wheel into the forks using
23. reeze the seat will swivel to the left or right with two lock in positions each side at 45 and 90 The lever is located at the front of the seat fig 5 1 Make sure the seat locks in before either getting on or off or driving 2 The seat adjustment lever located at the front of seat allows the seat to be adjusted forward or backward fig 5 2 3 Armrests can be raised or lowered allowing easier entry and exit 4 Backrest can be adjusted by releasing the lever on left hand side of backrest 5 Headrest can be made higher simply by pulling gently upward To lower there is a small lever located on the top of the seat at the base of the left hand headrest support Simply press the lever and adjust to preferred height 6 The seat height is adjustable by altering the position of the seat stem Remove the seat and rear cover and you will See the seat stem is held in its location by a single bolt Remove the bolt and the seat stem can be adjusted up or down to any one of its fixing holes Adjust to your preferred position and tighten bolt Refit cover and seat 6 DRIVING Before driving make sure that the Battery is fully charged check that the tyres do not appear to be soft see Maintenance section for details of monthly checks and tyre pressures Check that the Key is switched OFF before entry When comfortably sat ensure that the seat lever has locked the seat secure Ensure that the armrests are in the down position 1 Set
24. rior to every journey Driving Brake When you drive your Breeze and let go of the speed control lever it should reduce speed very quickly If you notice a change in the normal driving slowing condition and your Breeze does not slow down quickly please do not use your machine and contact your dealer Batteries Keep your batteries well charged see Battery Charging section Keep batteries clean and in a dry frost proof place Keep battery terminals tight IMPORTANT It is not possible to predict the life expectancy of your batteries This is mainly due to different workloads a battery can be subjected to Some Breeze users will use their scooter every day and for long periods of time Their batteries will receive a near total and regular discharge and the life of their batteries will be short 12 months or less in some cases Other Breeze users will use their vehicles less frequently putting their batteries through a less demanding discharge lifestyle These batteries will probably have a longer life 24 to 36 months or longer When you need to replace the batteries always insist on the model fitted as standard equipment to your Breeze If In doubt consult with your local TGA authorized dealer 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING 1 Your Breeze will not start e Check it has not gone into sleep mode e Make sure that the key switch is turned on If it is the battery condition gauge will be operating If it is showing empty recharge batteries e Chec
25. the components supplied and refit the front brake cable Ensure the wheel nuts are securely tightened Next fit the seat plate to the base of the seat with the four allen headed bolts making sure the adjustment levers are to the front Breeze 4 will just have the seat back and tiller folded down Removal and Replacement of seat To remove seat release the seat locking lever fig 5 1 and turn seat through 180 so that it faces to the rear Now lift seat straight up and out Replacing the seat is just a reversal of the above Tiller Adjustment Release the tiller adjusting lever by pushing downwards then move the tiller up or down to your choice Make sure it locks in before use fig 3 6 Rear Cover Removal Remove seat then unscrew the two black fixing screws located at the top rear of the cover Remove cover Replacement is just a reversal of the above ensuring the cover locates correctly Batteries For safety in transit the main supply leads may have been disconnected from the batteries The black lead would have been disconnected from one battery and the red lead from the other These will be taped to the batteries in an obvious position as will the fixing bolts Simply reconnect the leads ensuring the bolts are correctly tightened 3 PREPARE THE BREEZE FOR FIRST USE If you receive your Breeze packaged and it has to be assembled see the section covering Assembly The batteries will require charging refer to Charging the Breez
26. the Breeze speed to slow Hold the Tiller with both hands and gently squeeze the right control lever to move the Breeze forward The more you squeeze the lever the faster you will go Always come to a stop before changing H or L speeds or forward and reverse 2 Releasing the control lever automatically operates the brakes to slow down and stop Once stopped the parking brake will automatically come on 3 Use the Tiller to steer 4 To go backwards select reverse and squeeze the right control lever again The speed in reverse is reduced automatically for safety 5 To negotiate from pavement to road or road to pavement you should try to find a suitable slope The Breeze will mount or go down kerbs 12cm high but you should approach a kerb at right angles 90 You should stop just short of the edge and If you are going up select the high speed setting then drive until both front back wheels are the pavement then immediately lower the speed If going down proceed slowly on low setting until on the road then switch to a suitable higher speed to cross the road safely 6 The Breeze is suitable for road use BUT great care must be taken and at the maximum speed of 8 mph you may present a hazard to other faster moving road users See safe driving tips at the rear of this manual 7 Watch your Battery Indicator The distance you can travel depends on many factors the more slopes the less distance you can travel We re
27. traviolet light can also reduce the life of the upholstery coating material This is a normal ageing process and cannot be guaranteed see exclusion in the Warranty Terms section Bodywork The bodywork on your Breeze can be lightly washed with clean soapy water Car polish can be used to keep the paint and bodywork in pristine condition Do not use abrasive cleaners or strong detergents as this will fade the colour CAUTION Do not hose down your Breeze Water could be forced into the electronics and cause permanent damage DO NOT store your Breeze in damp conditions This may affect the electronics if left for very long periods of time Electronics Servicing of the drive electronics and charger should only be carried out by your local TGA service dealer These units are sealed and should not be opened BROKEN SEALS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY DO NOT operate your Breeze in extreme weather conditions i e very heavy rain DO NOT drive through deep water This could damage the main electronic controller or other electronics Motor Brakes If the motor brakes are functioning correctly you will not be able to push your machine when it is Switched off or switched on with the speed control throttle in the neutral position If your machine can be pushed when as described above the motor brake s may be faulty Do not use the scooter and contact your dealer SAFETY NOTE For your own safety we recommend that you check the function of your brakes p
28. ve against the traffic e One way streets Never drive against the traffic e Giving way where cars would give way details in the Highway Code e Obeying traffic lights and all other road signals and instructions e Giving way to pedestrians on crossings But always remember your vehicle is not a car and is small and vulnerable If you need to turn right across traffic try to get on to the footpath before the turn and then use a safe pedestrian crossing or traffic light control crossing Only try to turn right if you are completely sure it is safe to do so Do not rely only on your mirror It may give a false impression of distance Always give clear indication of intention to turn left or right 13 Remember the car you can see when you look behind may appear a long way away but it is almost certainly moving faster than you are often deceptively so It could well be upon you before you complete your maneuver And it may not be able to stop in time When passing a parked vehicle take great care you are not moving into the path of a faster moving vehicle coming behind you or towards you Always signal your intention to pull out In the event of a difficult or dangerous situation Use your hazard lights But do not drive with them on unnecessarily 14 TGA Electric Leisure Ltd e Woodhall Business Park e Sudbury e Suffolk e CO10 1WH T 01787 882244 e F 01787 882248 sales tgamobility co uk www tgamobility co uk CE TG
29. ve short period charging will be detrimental to battery life 7 For the best results and to prolong battery life try to run the battery down by at least 5096 before recharging and in addition it is always best to go through a complete charge cycle each time 8 Depending on the depth of the discharge the minimum time taken to recharge serviceable batteries fully will vary up to 12 hours Please note that this time may increase as batteries get older During periods without use perhaps during the winter it is wise to charge the batteries every 4 to 6 weeks 9 For the best results your batteries must be cycled for their first 10 15 charges This means run them down as much as you safely can in use and then give them a full charge They will not work at their best until this process has been carried out You will find that the distance that your Breeze can travel will gradually increase over the first few weeks of use as the batteries reach their optimum efficiency after approximately 12 cycles of discharge and recharge Care Warning Do not smoke or use a naked flame while your batteries are being charged Do not use the charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise misused in any way Take it to a qualified technician Do not dismantle the charger This will void the warranty Do not leave charger plugged into your Breeze with charger switched off as this may discharge your batteries For a complete charge Do n
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