Sterling Little Star - Lovedays aged care equipment
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1. 20 Iss 1 Operating your Scooter 1 Make sure you are properly seated on the scooter and that the Speed Control knob is turned fully to the left towards the Tortoise icon Note Reverse movement of the scooter may not occur when Speed Control Dial is turned fully anti clockwise and reversing up a slope N Turn the On Off switch or key to the On position amp On tiller use the throttle lever as described earlier You will gently accelerate Release and you will gently stop Practice these two basic functions until vou get used to them Steering the scooter is easy and logical Be sure to remember to allow enough clearance when turning corners so that the rear wheels clear any obstacle An Shortcutting a pavement corner can cause the back wheel to go off the pavement causing problems if the corner is very rough Avoid this at all times by steering an exaggerated curve around the obstacle D When steering in a tight spot such as entering a doorway or when turning around stop the scooter and then turn the handlebar to where you want to go then apply power gently This will make the scooter turn very sharply It is also recommended that the pre set speed is set to a slower setting to aid control in tight spots Exercise caution when reversing 7 Reversing requires attention Right hand push or left hand pull operation of the throttle lever will move the scooter in reverse motion When reversing alw2. DO NOT under anv circumstances disconnect cut extend or otherwise modify ANY of the wiring harnesses installed within or connected to your mobilitv scooter batterv charger It is important that vour mobilitv scooter batterv charger is connected to a properly installed electrical socket with an earthed outlet Failure to complv with the above requirements could result in a possible SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT use any batteries that are not DEEP CYCLE GEL AGM or SEALED LEAD ACID tvpe Other tvpes of batteries are NOT SUITABLE Please read batterv batterv charger information before installation This scooter has been tested to ISO 7176 Part 9 Climatic tests for Electric Wheelchairs The test provides the scooter user or their attendant sufficient time to remove the mobilitv scooter from a rain storm whilst retaining normal operation of the mobilitv scooter DO NOT operate vour mobilitv scooter during an electrical storm DO NOT leave vour mobilitv scooter in a rain storm of anv kind DO NOT use your mobility scooter in a shower or leave it in a damp bathroom or sauna DO NOT leave your mobility scooter in a damp area for any length of time DO NOT Jet wash hose down or use an automated car wash on vour mobilitv scooter Direct exposure to rain sea sprav or moisture could cause the mobilitv scooter to malfunction electrically and mechanically and may cause rusting Maximum User Mass Limitations LITTLE STAR 113Kg 250lbs F
3. especiallv when transporting vour scooter Alwavs charge vour batteries in a room with good ventilation Do not charge vour batteries in outdoor conditions Do not expose anv part of vour charger batterv or scooter to direct heat i e Gas fires or naked flame Iss 1 Your scooter has solid tyres all round They do not require inflation It is good practice to inspect the tyres for damage or wear regularly Turning off the power switch whilst moving will switch off the power causing immediate and full braking This method of stopping is not recommended except in an emergency Caution Routine use of emergency braking will cause damage to your scooter Caution Transporting the scooter along a slope in freewheel mode can be dangerous Take extra care if this is necessary Always re engage the freewheel device after use Never sit on your scooter whilst in freewheel since the scooter will no longer automatically stop STERLING Safetv warning and user guidance When transporting the scooter remove seat and Mobile telephones or two way lower the tiller The battery should also be radio devices must not be used removed to make the parts lighter while operating the vehicle Always stow your scooter in the luggage Use of mobile phones or two way compartment of your vehicle radios can cause excessively Always ensure your scooter or scooter parts strong electromagnetic fields are securely ancho
4. Please see specifications Differing user weights can cause performance variation Maximum user mass tested using 113kg test dummy The scooter is designed to be driven on footpaths and to cross roads and therefore should not be driven through mud water snow sand loose gravel or any other unsound surfaces It has been manufactured to comply with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC the radio interference requirements of C E EEC Directive 89 336 EEC and the battery charger requirements of EEC Directive 73 23 EEC and 89 336 EEC Electro Magnetic fields such as those emitted by shop alarms may be disturbed by use of the Scooter The function of the scooter may also be disturbed by Electro Magnetic fields emitted by shop alarms Sunrise Medical is dedicated to providing products of exacting quality which conform fully and reliably to the requirements of their intended use We are BS EN ISO 9001 accredited which is the internationally recognised standard for quality management systems This approval ensures we provide quality in all areas of our business from development through to final delivery Should you require any further assistance then please contact your local dealer CUSTOMER SERVICES SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED SUNRISE BUSINESS PARK HIGH STREET WOLLASTON WEST MIDLANDS DY8 4PS ENGLAND International Telephone 44 1384 44 66 22 Fax 44 1384 44 66 44 eMail sunmail sunmed co uk Iss 1 1 Guarantee
5. recommended to help prevent possible interference with your mobility scooter s control system 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers such as CB radio or turn ON cellular phones whilst your mobility scooter is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby radio or television transmitters and try to avoid coming too close to them 3 If you experience unintended movement or brake release switch your scooter OFF as soon as it is safe to do so 4 Adding accessories components or modifying the mobility scooter may increase susceptibility to EMC EMI Note There is no easy way of assessing the effect of any modification on a scooters EM immunity 5 If you experience any EMC EMI related incidents please report them to your dealer noting if there is a possible source of EM transmission nearby TERRE 10 Iss 1 Features WIDTH ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS PAGE 17 SEATING PAGE 1819 PAGE 16 BASKET MW call PAGE24 BATTERV PACK PAGE 25 29 FREEWHEEL j TILLER LEVER x a LOCK PAGE 20 PAGE17 TVRES PAGE 30 44 Iss 1 AAA Safetv warning and user guidance Ensure that the on off switch or kev switch is turned to the off position Stand at the side of the scooter facing forwards Pull the armrest upwards until vertical Make sure that the seat is secure with the backrest upright Steadv vourself with vour right hand on the tiller and place vour right foot onto the floorboard G
6. the body panels only the footboard DO NOT stand on the scooter seat DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the scooter seat without first checking that it is LOCKED into position Attempting unsafe transfers can result in bodilv injurv and or damage DO NOT operate the scooter without ensuring that the Tiller is properlv adjusted and secured After making anv adjustment to the Tiller position vou must check that the Tiller is locked and secured into position BEFORE driving To check gently push and pull the Tiller to make sure it is secured An unsecured Tiller could result in damage and or bodily injury DO NOT attempt to climb ascend or descend ramps greater than 6 or traverse slopes with a gradient greater than 6 DO NOT reverse down ramps at full speed always slow down or go ina forwards direction use extreme caution When negotiating ramps or inclines if the throttle lever is released a roll back will occur In FORWARD motion the scooter will ROLLBACK approximately 30cms 1ft before the brake engages In REVERSE motion the scooter will ROLLBACK approximately 90cms 3ft before the brake engages Iss 1 7 ERE O GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL amp OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES Check that all electrical connections are secure before using vour scooter DO NOT under anv circumstances disconnect cut extend or otherwise modify ANY of the wiring harnesses installed within or connected to your mobilitv scooter
7. to the scooter must not be removed Care should be taken traversing across a slope Note Do not traverse across the face of a slope in excess of 6 Disregard of this advice could result in your scooter tipping Iss 1 23 Guidance for safe operation and use Photo 15 Your scooter is designed to travel up or down most reasonable slopes up to 6 However both hill climbing capability and distance travelled between battery charges will be adversely affected by such things as 1 The mass of the user 2 Terrain e g grass or gravel Photo 16 3 Steepness of hills 2 4 Level of charge and the age of the batteries 5 Extremes of temperature 6 Use and weight of accessories Vour scooter mav be Photo 17 disassembled quickly and simply for transportation by car i Lift off the front basket Photo 15 ii Remove the seat Photo 16 iii Remove the battery Photo 17 iv Lower the tiller using the ki be knob to its lowest cc setting Photo 18 v Lift the scooter safely and securely into the luggage compartment of the vehicle Photo 19 Important Remember to re engage the drive unit by pushing the freewheel lever down to stop the scooter from moving Always secure your scooter before transportation 24 Iss 1 Batteries and charging Batteries are the power source for almost all of the modern mobilitv products available todav The design of batteries used in mo
8. 55 mm 14 410 mm 16 4 mph 7 7 5 12km 8m 35kg 77Ibs inc batteries 20kg 44lbs chassis 35mm 1 3 8 Little Star 4 Wheel 31 STERLING Trouble Shooting Guide SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Shortened range Batteries not charged for long Charge batteries for eight hours enough or more Batteries weak and cannot hold Replace battery pack charge Battery pack not Battery pack fault Replace battery pack charging Charge fault Replace charger Charger loom or plug damaged Contact local mobility dealer Loose connection Check plugs and looms No output from wall outlet Try a wall socket in a different room Fuse in charger mains plug blown Unplug from wall 8 change fuse Button on battery pack has popped Switch off and press button back out in Battery charging Faulty batteries Replace battery pack current migr Scooter switched on during Turn scooter off charging Battery gauge shows See battery pack not charging See battery pack not charging empty after charging No drive Brake release lever disengaged Engage brake release lever Flat batteries Charge battery pack Scooter not switched on Ensure it is switched on Battery pack not connected line up Check battery pack is connected level properly properly Scooter in sleep mode Turn key off and on again Charger plugged in Unplug charger Button on battery pack popped out Reset circuit breaker button Disconnected loom or plugs Check all pl
9. Horizontal On 18 Iss 1 Tiller control functions The throttle lever offers finger tip control of your scooter Photo 13 It controls the speed as well as forward and reverse motion Pulling the right hand side of the lever towards you moves the scooter forwards Pulling the left hand side of the lever towards you moves the scooter in reverse and sounds a reversing beeper The more you move the lever the more your speed increases up to its preset maximum It is possible to operate your scooter using one side of the throttle lever To do this you must PUSH and PULL on the chosen side of the throttle lever Note One hand operation requires careful concentration and is more tiring than normal operation Pressing the yellow Horn button operates an audible buzzer Use this function to warn pedestrians of your presence when necessary If your scooter has a key it is horizontal when in the on position photo 13 Make sure that this switch is in the OFF position BEFORE getting on or off the scooter Switching this switch to OFF whilst driving will cause the scooter to stop very abruptiv This is not recommended To protect battery charge your scooter is fitted with a sleep mode function If the kev switch is left on without driving for 5 minutes the batterv gauge will show full charge but the scooter will not drive Simplv turn the kev off and on again and you are ready to go If the Scooter is switched on while the thro
10. STERLING Little Star 4 Wheel Scooter Owners Manual SUNRISE MEDICAL Iss 1 T Introduction Guarantee How to use this manual General warnings EMC EMI warnings Features Safety warnings amp user guidance Tiller control functions Operating vour scooter Guidance for safe operation amp use Batteries 8 charging Routine maintenance Specifications Troubleshooting STERLING page 1 page 2 page 3 page 4 8 page 9 10 page 11 page 12 17 page 18 19 page 20 22 page 23 24 page 25 29 page 30 page 31 page 32 Iss 1 Introduction Thank you for choosing a Sunrise Medical scooter Before using your scooter please read this manual carefully It will provide you with all the information you will require However ifyou have any queries about the use maintenance or safety of your scooter please contact your local Sunrise Medical Service Agent If you have any other questions please write to the address below This scooter is designed for comfort safety and durability and has been exhaustively researched and tested by our experts The scooter is classified as a category A vehicle under the European Wheelchair Standard EN 12184 Itis intended forthe use of people of all ages who may have difficulty walking distances or for periods of time It is ideal for indoor and occasional outdoor use and suitable for maximum user mass up to 113kg 250lbs in weight for the Little Star
11. Vour guarantee The guarantee form is supplied with this manual please fill in the relevant details to register and activate vour warrantv THIS INNO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS Warranty conditions The repair or replacement will be carried out by an authorised Sunrise Medical Dealer Service Agent To apply the warranty conditions should your scooter require attention under these arrangements notify the designated Sunrise Medical Service Agent immediately giving full information about the nature of the difficulty Should you be operating the scooter away from the locality of the designated Sunrise Medical Service Agent work under the Warranty Conditions will be carried out by any other service agent designated by the manufacturer Should any part of the scooter require repair or replacement as a result of a specific manufacturing or material defect within two years from the date on which the possession of the scooter was transferred to the original purchaser and subject to it remaining within that ownership the part or parts will be repaired or replaced completely free of charge if returned to the authorised Service Agent Note This guarantee is not transferable Any repaired or replaced part will benefit from these arrangements for the balance of the warranty period applicable to the scooter Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired are covered for a further three months Items of a consumab
12. ays turn the handlebar in the opposite direction to the way you want to go The more you pull the throttle lever the faster you will go Reverse speed is 50 slower than forward speed If the scooter does not move in reverse carefuly turn the speed control knob clockwise until the scooter moves gently backwards Use extreme caution when reversing down a ramp always slow down to 50 speed or if possible go in a forward direction Iss 1 21 Operating your Scooter To bring the scooter to a standstill simply let go of the throttle control lever Remember to keep your hands on the handlebars whilst the scooter is braking Two types of braking are used a Automatic regenerative braking which slows the scooter to a stop b Automatic braking which will operate a couple of seconds after releasing the control lever and holds the scooter in position even if you are on a hill Note Automatic braking is not instantaneous and will engage within 1 2 a wheel turn once the scooter has stopped In the unlikely event of an unwanted movement of the scooter switching off the On Off switch will bring the scooter to a stop Though very effective emergency braking is extremely abrupt and must never be used under normal circumstances Letting go of the throttle lever will slow the scooter to a controlled stop The scooter must always be switched off at the On Off switch When the scooter is stowed or not in use for a long period of tim
13. bilitv products is significantiv different from the batteries used to start a car for example Car batteries are designed to release a large amount of power over a short period of time whilst mobilitv batteries commoniv called deep cvcle batteries release their power evenly over a long period of time Therefore due to the lower production volumes and increased technological requirements mobilitv batteries are tvpicallv more expensive Commonly two 12 volt batteries are used together in a mobility product giving a total voltage of 24 volts The size of the battery e g its available power is expressed in ampere hours e g 10 Ah The higher the number the bigger the battery size weight and potentially the greater the distance you can travel Your scooter is fitted with a battery pack that requires no maintanance other than regular charging If the battery pack is physically damaged please use extreme caution when handling it Leaking battery fluids are corrosive and toxic In such an event call your local dealer for assistance Please do not dispose of batteries in normal waste always recycle in accordance with local laws Iss 1 This is the type of battery used in the battery pack It uses GEL electrolyte which is totally sealed within the battery s outer case As the name implies no maintenance is required other than regular charging As the battery case is sealed you can safely transport this type o
14. ckwise Photo 3 3 Carefully remove the seat by pulling it forwards and up towards the top of the tiller keeping your back straight and bending your knees Photo 4 4 Once the seat is clear of the seat post place seat at desired location for stowage keeping back posture straight at all times bend knees where required Photo 5 Batteries 1 Bend knees facing the battery pack keeping it central and in front of you 2 Remove the battery cable from the left hand side by pressing the lever in to release the cable Photo 6 3 Grab battery pack handle with one hand and lift battery upwards 4 Keeping back posture upright and bending knees if required carefully lift the battery pack clear Photo 7 5 Place battery pack at desired location for stowage keeping back posture straight at all times bend knees where required Photo 6 14 Iss 1 Safetv warning and user guidance Alwavs check the batteries are sufficiently charged before setting off Alwavs ensure that vour batteries are in good condition and that no leakage has occurred Beware batterv fluids are corrosive and care should be taken at all times to avoid contact with it If it comes into contact with the skin or clothing wash immediatelv with soap and water If it comes into contact with the eve immediatelv flood the eve with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical attention Keep batteries upright at all times
15. cooter tipping over or in injurv to the person or both DO NOT use an escalator to move the mobilitv scooter between floors as serious bodilv injurv could arise from such actions DO NOT drive on the road dual carriagewavs or motorwavs DO NOT drive up down or across inclines that have water ice oil or anv other slipperv substance on the surface Failure to note the above conditions could cause loss of control DO NOT attempt to drive over kerbs or obstacles accept in accordance with kerb climbing instructions where applicable Disregarding this warning could cause the mobilitv scooter to tip resulting in possible bodilv harm DO NOT make sharp turns in forward or reverse at high speeds DO NOT lift the mobility scooter by it s Tiller Seat Body Panels or by any detachable assemblies Always disassemble the scooter into its stowable parts and then lift each assembly one at a time Iss 1 5 GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL amp OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES DO NOT operate the mobilitv scooter without first checking that it is safe to do so Alwavs be aware of vour surroundings DO NOT attempt to use your mobility scooter without first checking that all wiring harnesses are connected and all detachable parts assemblies are correctiv aligned and firmiv fixed in place DO NOT use your mobility scooter without the anti tipper wheels attached DO NOT attempt to fit parts accessories or adapters that are not authorised bv Sunrise Med
16. e always take the battery pack off and ensure it is fully charged and stored out of freezing conditions i e greater than 0 C 22 Iss 1 Guidance for safe operation and use Vour scooter is not capable of When using vour scooter on the mounting and dismounting kerbs footpath alwavs be aware of and other obstacles in excess of pedestrians and situations which 25mm 1 Always use pedestrian might require extra care For crossings or drop downs Be example young children and pets aware that some drop downs may Remember especially when driving be entrances to driveways Use in public places to drive with caution caution if this is the case and regard for others at all times Remember before crossing the When manoeuvring in confined road drive forwards and position areas including shops ensure the ihe scooter at 90 to the road minimum speed is selected If you Stopping about 30 60cm 1 2 leave your scooter outside a shop feet away from the edge of the ensure that it does not obstruct footpath Check that it is clear to pedestrians or vehicular access and cross Select a medium to high remember to switch it off for safety speed setting and when safe to do so drive across without stopping Note Heavier users will require higher speed settings Note Low speed settings are recommended when travelling down hill particularly in reverse Also reduce your speed when turning corners The anti tip devices fitted
17. entiv lower vourself into the seat Ensure that both feet are placed firmly on the floorboard of the scooter 8 Pull the armrest downwards and allow it to gently settle back into position oe l a a Bring your scooter to a complete stop Make sure that the on off switch or key switch is turned to the off position Pull the armrest upwards until vertical Put your left foot on the ground gently steadying yourself Carefully get out of the seat and stand by the side of your scooter with both feet on the ground 6 You may leave the armrest in this position or return it to normal a SW NA 12 Iss 1 Safetv warning and user guidance Safetv is important with anv vehicle that is power driven Below are some essential tips to safeguard your use These are not conclusive and should be read in conjunction with the sections which explain how to adjust operate and maintain vour vehicle Alwavs ensure that vour scooter is switched off before attempting to mount or dismount Do not attempt to operate vour scooter whilst standing next to it Alwavs ensure that vou are able to operate all the controls from a seated position that the rear view mirror if fitted is set correctiv and that the seat is securelv locked into place Attention Switch on the scooter lights if fitted to make vourself visible when there are low levels of light dav or night Do not operate vour scooter whilst under the influence of alcohol o
18. ernight charge Caution Always remember to remove the plug from your scooter after charging The scooter can not be operated when being charged The battery pack needs to be checked regularly for signs of damage If any damage is apparent contact your local mobility dealer Caution Take care not to short circuit the battery terminals When using metal tools exercise great care Remove all conductive jewellery e g watches necklaces etc before handling exposed batteries Following all the eight points above should result in a healthier battery greater range for the vehicle user and a longer life for your batteries Iss 1 Batteries and charqgino Most manufacturers of mobility products state the range of their vehicles either in the sales literature or within the Owners Manual The range stated sometimes differs from manufacturer to manufacturer even though the battery size is the same We measure the range of our vehicles in a consistent and uniform manner but variances still occur due to motor efficiencies and overall product load weight The range figures are calculated to I S O Standard 7176 Part 4 Scooter Energy Consumption Theoretical Range This test is carried out in controlled conditions with new fully charged batteries on a level test surface and a user weight of 75kg The range figures stated should be seen as a theoretical maximum and could be reduced if any single or combina
19. f battery without fear of acid spilling Furthermore they are approved for transportation on aircraft It is recommended that the batteries are always stored upright Only use batteries supplied by an authorised agent Below is set out a battery care plan for maintenance free batteries Ifa different care plan is followed this may result in lower than expected performance from your mobility vehicle STERLING Batteries and charging Only use the approved battery 1 ma a B sa charger compatible with the vehicle to be charged Charge vour batteries over night regardless of the amount of use your mobility device has had during the day Do not interrupt the charging cycle If your mobility device is not required for use it should remain on charge This will not damage the batteries so long as the mains socket plug is left switched on Do not leave the charger still connected to the batteries when the mains has been switched off This will eventually deplete the battery charge If you leave your vehicle for an extended period more than 5 days first charge your batteries for 12 hours then remove charger lead and ensure the battery pack is disconnected Failure to allow for recharge will damage the batteries and can lead to shortened distances and permanent failure STERLING Do not top up the charge of your batteries during the day Wait until the evening for a full ov
20. ical DO NOT mount or dismount your mobility scooter without first switching the scooter OFF This will ensure that the power is off and the scooter cannot move unexpectediv DO NOT leave the power switch turned on whilst the scooter is unattended Children or inexperienced people mav attempt to drive vour scooter which may result in damage or personal injurv DO NOT connect anv medical device such as a ventilator life support machine etc to the scooter s electrical system Failure of the equipment mav result from such connections DO NOT operate vour mobilitv scooter whilst under the influence of alcohol drugs or prescription medication that mav impair judgement DO NOT operate vour mobilitv scooter if vou feel acutelv unwell DO NOT operate your mobility scooter if your vision is seriously impaired If you have any doubts about health problems affecting your ability to operate the mobilitv scooter safelv please consult vour healthcare professional Sunrise Medical specificallv disclaims responsibilitv to all personal injurv and propertv damage that mav occur during use which does not complv with the relevant national or local statutes CSTERLING 6 Iss 1 MMA GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL 8 OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES The rear body panel where fitted is designed to cover the Drive Assembiv Wiring Harness and Electrical Connectors This panel should only be removed by an authorised Sunrise dealer DO NOT stand on any of
21. ing socket Please check that the button is pressed in Important safety warnings Do not expose any part of the battery pack to direct heat i e naked flame gas fire Do not allow the batteries to freeze When charging always place on a hard surface in a room with good ventilation You should not charge your batteries in outdoor conditions Always use recommended batteries from your local authorised agent The off board charger must be kept dry in temperatures between 25 C and 40 C and not be subjected to mechanical shock damage In all cases the charger must only be repaired by an authorised agent There is a reset button on the left hand side of the battery pack Photo 20 If a fault occurs the button will pop out Switch the scooter off press the button in and switch the scooter on again to reset There is also a fuse fitted in the mains plug of the battery charger if this blows switch off at the mains and replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of the same value 28 Iss 1 ESSE SSSSSSS__e_____ ____ ________ E Batteries and charging The 1 5 Amp off board batterv charger has a status indicator which tells vou when your battery pack is fully charged Photo 21 There are three 3 possible indications 1 OFF Not connected fault 2 RED Charging 3 GREEN Fully charged Press Tab to release cable Please note that the scooter cannot be driven during charging If your scooter fails
22. le nature will not generally be covered during the normal warranty period unless such items have clearly suffered undue wear as a direct result of an original manufacturing defect These items include amongst others upholstery tyres inner tubes batteries and other similar parts SUNRISE MEDICAL Sunrise Medical Limited Sunrise Business Park High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 E mail sunmail sunmed co uk www sunrisemedical co uk N w A a O 7 The above warranty conditions apply to all scooter parts for models purchased at full retail price 8 Under normal circumstances no responsibility will be accepted where the scooter has required repair or replacement as a direct result of i The scooter or part not having been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations where such exist Or failing to use only the specified original equipment parts ii The scooter or part having been damaged by neglect accident or improper use iii The scooter or part having been altered from the manufacturer s specifications or repairs having been attempted prior to the Service Agent being notified Please keep a note of your local Service Agent s address and telephone number in the space provided In the event of a breakdown contact them and try to give all relevant details so they can help you quickly The scooter shown and described in
23. ler is in the folded position it is not locked from movement Care must be taken when moving or lifting the Scooter due to tiller movement The scooter should not be picked up using the tiller 0 N Photo 10 Photo 11 Photo 12 jien fu Iss 1 17 M Tiller control functions All of the drive controls for the scooter are to be found on the Tiller Control Panel Photo 13 Turning this knob to the left reduces your available maximum speed Turning it to the right increases the available maximum speed This gives an approximation of batterv charge The gauge is marked from E empty to F full For extra clarity there is a coloured graduated scale ranging from RED E through VELLOW to GREEN F As the scooter moves over differing terrain the Batterv Gauge will dip up and down this is normal For a more accurate indication stop the scooter and note the reading GREEN indicates readv for use VELLOW indicates batteries to be charged as soon as possible RED indicates charge batteries immediatelv TIP If you find that your battery gauge has gone into the red whilst you are out and about vou can increase the remaining range of vour scooter bv reducing vour maximum available speed but vou MUST charge vour scooter overnight as soon as vou can Failure to do this mav result is batterv damage Photo 13 Speed Top Facia Panel Control Knob Throttle Lever Control Handle Bars On Off Kev Vertical Off
24. n its first class condition and give vou vears of complete reliabilitv and satisfaction Iss1 3 117X mm m m 11 SSS WARNINGS DO NOT OPERATE THE SCOOTER BEFORE READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT ABOUT THE MEANING OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR ANY OF THE CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS PLEASE CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR RELEVANT TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FAILURE TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE SCOOTER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN AN UNEXPECTED RESPONSE FROM THE EQUIPMENT WHICH CAN IN TURN LEAD TO POSSIBLE INJURY OR DAMAGE NOTES Warning and Caution notices used in this manual apply to hazards and unsafe practices that could result in personal injury or damage to property WARNING Sunrise Medical supply an extensive range of mobility scooters to meet the varying needs of individual users It is the responsibility of the individual user and their healthcare advisor qualified in making such choices to decide which scooter is suitable for the user s intended purpose With regards to restraints seat positioning straps posture correction or other positional aids and accessories it is the obligation of the qualified healthcare professional in conjunction with the dealer to ensure the suitability of such equipment for the safe operation of the scooter Serious injury can occur in the event of a fall from a mobility scooter Sunrise Medical DO NOT RECOMMEND that a scooter user is transported in a
25. ny type of vehicle when seated on the scooter At this time there are no approved Tie down Systems for the transportation of a user in ANY moving vehicle whilst seated on a scooter It is the opinion of Sunrise Medical that users of mobility scooters should be transferred into the appropriate vehicle seating system and use should be made of the restraints available to the auto industry Sunrise Medical DO NOT RECOMMEND any mobility scooter tie down system at this time CSTERLING 4 Iss 1 GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL amp OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES Drive profiles should only be adjusted by healthcare professionals and approved agents dealers who are totallv conversant with the process Thev must also fullv understand the user s capabilities and the user s abilitv to operate the scooter safelv Incorrect settings mav cause injurv or damage to the user bvstanders the scooter and or nearby property To determine personal mobilitv limitations practice combinations of bending reaching mount and dismount techniques whilst in the presence of a healthcare professional Practice the above techniques BEFORE activelv using the scooter For users with balance problems practice the above techniques with the aid of an assistant in the presence of a healthcare professional DO NOT attempt to pick up objects that cause vou to shift vour weight in the seat or require vou to bend excessivelv in anv direction Such action may result in the s
26. p cuts or distortion Long overnight battery charge Please ensure that the batteries are charged for a minimum of 8 hours Check tyres for wear See Fig A and Fig B Look at the tyres to ensure that the tread is visible and continuous The checks below must be carried out by an authorised Sunrise agent Seat swivel seat slide where fitted Inspection of wiring for chafing and wear Battery pack terminals Clean and protect with petroleum jelly Ensure parking brake where fitted is correctly adjusted Check stabiliser wheels for wear Inspect motor brushes Full service by dealer Fig C When storing your scooter for long periods Note Wheels should only be removed in excess of one week charge batteries for and refitted by an authorised agent 12 hours and then switch off the battery pack to minimise battery discharge Do not attempt to investigate faults in the control box the control pod or charger as the design and set up of the electronics is of a safety critical nature Spare parts are available from authorised agents 30 Iss 1 Specifications PARAMETER LENGTH REAR WIDTH HEIGHT MAX USER WEIGHT BATTERY PACK MAX SAFEANGLE TURN RADIUS SEAT BASE HEIGHT MAX SPEED WHEEL SIZE FRONT WHEEL SIZE REAR RANGE OVERALL WEIGHT HEAVIEST PART GROUND CLEARANCE Iss 1 Little Star 4 Wheel 960 mm 38 505 mm 20 890 mm 35 113kg 250lb 10AH 6 1100 mm 43 3
27. r drugs or if vou are feeling acutelv unwell Please observe all relevant rules and regulations pertaining to pedestrians at all times Turning corners Alwavs reduce vour speed when turning corners particularly when travelling downhill Disregard of this advice could lead to your scooter tipping over Iss 1 Do not attempt to mount or dismount kerbs in excess of 25mm 1 Always cross the road with caution taking the safest and most direct route Do not attempt to mount or dismount footpaths in reverse Where possible always travel up or down hills or ramps directly facing the slope of the hill This scooter has been tested to climb an incline of no more than 6 with a maximum user weight of 113kg 250lbs See specifications Do not attempt to climb inclines in excess of this Do not traverse across the face of a slope in excess of 6 Always reduce your speed to the minimum setting and use extreme caution when reversing down hills Do not attempt to drive along with the wheels at different levels e g along the footpath and road simultaneously Please note that lap belts must only be obtained and fitted by an authorised Sunrise dealer and used according to the advice of your healthcare professional STERLING Safetv warning and user guidance Seat 1 Stand at the side of the seat and fold the backrest down Photo 2 2 Unscrew the seat locking bolt by turning it anti clo
28. red when being This may interfere with the transported Oo vehicle s electronic systems Do not sit on your scooter whilst it is being If mobile phones or mobile radios transported in or on another vehicle a are required to be used the Do not attempt to carry passengers on your vehicle must be brought to a halt scooter D h hic and the power turned off before o not attempt to tow another vehicle any such device is switched on or used The seat post is height adjustable by firstly unscrewing the seat locking bolt Photo 8 Fold down the backrest and lift the seat off Remove the seat height adjustment pin Move the pin to the desired position and re insert Photo 9 Replace seat and check that all parts are secure Tighten the seat locking bolt by turning it clockwise Photo 8 16 Iss 1 Safety warning and user guidance The width of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the two thumbwheel knobs located under the seat base moving the armrests to the desired position and re tightening the thumbwheel knobs The scooter features a folding tiller which allows you to fold the tiller down fully for transportation and stowage The tiller release knob is located on the front of the tiller at the bottom Support the tiller with your left hand Photo 10 Turn the large black tiller knob anti clockwise to release Photo 11 Move the tiller to the folded position Photo 12 Note When the til
29. ront basket 4 5Kg 10lbs CSTERLING 8 Iss 1 EMC EMI WARNINGS CAUTION IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTRO MAGNETIC CONTAMINATION EMC ON YOUR MOBILITY SCOOTER SOMETIMES THIS EFFECT IS ALSO KNOWN AS ELECTRO MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE EMI EMC EMI FROM RADIO WAVE SOURCES Mobility scooters may be susceptible to EMC which is interference from electromagnetic energy EM emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur HAM radio transmitters two way radios and mobile phones The interference from radio sources can cause the mobility scooter to release its brakes move by itself or move in an unintended way Permanent damage can also be done to the mobility scooter s control system The intensity of the interfering EM energy can be measured in volts per meter V m Each mobilitv scooter can resist EMC up to a certain intensitv This is known as the scooter s immunity level The higher the immunitv level the greater the protection Current technologv offers useful protection of at least 20 V m which provides protection from the more common sources of radiated EMC There are a number of relativelv strong electromagnetic fields present in the evervdav environment Most of these sources are obvious and easv to avoid others are not so obvious and can be unavoidable Bv following the warnings listed vour risk of exposure to EMC
30. this manual may not be exactly the same in every detail as your own model However all instructions are still entirely relevant irrespective of detail differences The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice any weights measurements or other technical data shown in this manual All figures measurements and capacities shown in this manual are approximate and do not constitute specifications Your local service agent Your local service agent Please remember to fill in and post the guarantee registration card enclosed with this manual Sunrise Medical Limited recommend that you do not undertake maintenance tasks other than those explained in this manual Your local authorised Sunrise Medical service agent is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out detailed maintenance as and when required Use only genuine Sunrise Medical replacement parts STERLING Iss 1 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want vou to get the best out of vour scooter This Owner s Manual will familiarise vou with the scooter and its features It contains guidance on evervdav usage and general care in addition to information on the high qualitv standards which we adhere to and details about the warrantv Your scooter will reach you in excellent condition having been personally inspected before leaving our premises Bv following the guidelines for maintenance on page 30 vour scooter will maintai
31. tion of the following circumstances occur 1 User mass heavier than 75kg 2 Batteries whose age and condition are less than perfect 3 The terrain is difficult or unsuitable e g verv hillv sloping muddv ground gravel grass snow and ice The vehicle climbs ramps regulariv The ambient temperature is verv hot or verv cold Damage occurring to one or more tvres Lots of start stop driving Also thick pile carpets within the home can affect range All this technical information may seem complicated and a little daunting but please remember that the battery sizes available on your scooter should give sufficient range to cope with the majority of customer s lifestyles Iss 1 27 Batteries and chargina Your scooter is supplied with an off board charging facility Please note that only chargers with a capacity of minimum 1 5 Amp and maximum 3 Amp supplied by your local authorised agent should be used Your battery pack can be charged on or off the scooter To remove the battery pack please refer to Safety Warnings amp User Guidance Batteries 1 Switch your scooter off at the tiller power switch 2 Remove the battery pack from the scooter if required 3 Connect charger to the charging socket on the battery pack 4 Ensure that the charger plug is dry and intact before connecting it to the mains and switching it on 5 A reset button is located on the battery pack to the left hand side of the charg
32. to respond to normal control after a charging period please check that the batterv charger has been completelv disconnected from the scooter and the scooter lead connected properiv New batteries must alwavs be charged for 12 hours BEFORE first use I WARNING NO SMOKING OR NAKED FLAMES WHEN CHARGING BATTERIES DON T TOUCH BATTERY PACK TERMINALS WITH METAL OBJECTS REMOVE METALLIC JEWELLERY WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES WEAR GLOVES AND GOGGLES IF MOVING LEAKING BATTERIES REPLACE DAMAGED OR LEAKING BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY ONLY USE APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES Photo 21 Iss 1 29 Routine maintenance The following table gives an indication as to when routine maintenance checks should be made There is no service manual available Maintenance fault finding and servicing should be carried out by an authorised agent unless otherwise indicated The checks below can be carried out by the user tit Ip e pati 111 1 1 je ejeje meu tit ITE f mem tit ef puma tit OS i S S emenn olojeje oo amaw Battery charge check Fig D Look at battery charge indicator on tiller before use to ensure batteries are fully charged Inspection of connectors Fig C Remove rear panel where fitted and ensure all connectors are secure Wipe over with a damp cloth Use only a damp soft cloth and mild detergent on panels tiller and seat Check tyres Each tyre should be free of debris oil dee
33. ttle lever is operated the Scooter will not move and a slow warning beep will sound To cancel this make sure the throttle lever is at rest and turn the Scooter off and then on again Iss 1 19 Operating your Scooter A freewheel device disengages the power drive to allow manual operation Photo 14 The freewheel is selected by pulling up the lever which is located at the rear of the scooter Once freewheel has been selected the electronic drive control system is disabled to prevent driving This is a safety feature to prevent you driving the scooter with the parking brake disengaged If the Scooter is switched on in freewheel a fast warning beeper sounds To turn off the freewheel and engage the motor simply push the lever downwards Photo 14 To reset the warning beeper switch the Scooter off and then on again Note Use extreme caution in the freewheel mode especially on slopes inclines Letting go of your scooter whilst it is in freewheel can cause the scooter to roll unexpectedly This could cause damage or bodily harm Caution It is advisable during the first few sessions of operating your scooter that the area around you is clear of obstacles and pedestrians Before operating your scooter ensure the seat height has been adjusted to your satisfaction Please see the General Warnings and Getting on Your Scooter sections earlier in this handbook Disengaging Free Wheel Drive Engaging Free Wheel
34. ugs amp looms otor runs irregularly Control system fault Contact dealer and or noisily Electrical malfunction Contact dealer DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN ANY PARTS OF THE SCOOTER CONTROL SYSTEM BATTERY PACK LOOMS PLUGS OR BATTERY CHARGER THE CONTROL SYSTEM IS SAFETY CRITICAL AND THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS 32 Iss 1 Iss1 33 34 Iss1 Iss1 35 SUNRISE MEDICAL Sunrise Medical Limited Sunrise Business Park High Street Wollaston West Midlands DV8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 22 Fax 01384 44 66 44 eMail sunmail sunmed co uk www sunrisemedical com
35. will be minimised EMC sources can be broadiv classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmitter receivers with on board antenna Examples are Walkie Talkie CB Radio securitv emergencv services Mobile phones Note that some cellular phones can transmit signals while thev are switched on but not being used 2 Medium range mobile transmitters such as those used on emergencv services vehicles taxis etc These usually have antennae mounted on the outside of the vehicle Iss1 9 ER EMC EMI WARNINGS 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 cassette players and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers are not likely to cause any EMC problems to your mobility scooter Mobility scooter electromagnetic contamination EMC EM energy rapidly intensifies the closer one moves to the transmitting antenna the source Because of this it is possible to bring strong EM fields unintentionally close to your mobility scooter s control system Mobile hand held radio type transceivers are of particular concern Whilst such devices are in use it is possible that the EM radiation can affect the mobility scooter s movement and braking The following warnings are
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