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Fortress 1700 Owner`s Manual

1. Poorly inflated tires have a negative effect on the driving characteristics Poorly inflated tires cause higher power consumption depleting the batteries more quickly Poorly inflated tires cause unnecessary wear to the tires themselves 24 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA e Make sure the batteries are sufficiently charged this is indicated by the green zone on the battery condition indicator See Console In winter batteries have a lower capacity In case of light frost the capacity drops to about 75 and at a temperature of less than 5 degrees it will drop to about 50 of the normal capacity This will decrease the range of the scooter e Make sure the free wheel lever is in the Brake Engage position See Free wheel position of the scooter e Make sure the brakes are functioning correctly See Driving procedures If the scooter starts behaving in an unpredictable manner let go of the throttle levers and let the scooter come to a complete stop Remove the jack key from the console and then reinsert to restart the scooter If everything is in order the scooter can be driven 5 2 2 Getting on and off the scooter Seat may differ slightly from illustration Before geting on or off the scooter should be switched off by removing the jack key The free wheel lever must also be in the Brake Engaged position e Before getting on the scooter the armrest can be flipped up and the sea
2. Tiller Framing and Steering gt 3 Years Non Pro rated otructure Seat Assembly Cet Drive System ee gt 3 Years Non Pro rated Duro Torque Motor and Differential 1700 DT Transaxle and 2 Pole motor 1700 gt 2 Years Non Pro rated TA Bearings for Differential 1700 DT a Controller Wiring Harnesses gt 2 Years Non Pro rated Electronics Charger Exclusions and Limitations e Equipment modified other than by Handicare is not covered by this warranty e Tires inner tubes plastic covers basket brake pads motor brushes wheel bearings chain fuses light bulbs arm pads and seat upholstery are considered wear items and are not covered by this warranty e Cosmetic appearance of items will change as a result of use and are not covered by this warranty e tems added to the equipment by the buyer or by a user are not covered by this warranty d handicare 11 Fortress 1700 DT TA Warranty Fortress 1700 DT and TA Exclusions and Limitations Continued e Any damage to items added to the Handicare supplied equipment caused by the Handicare supplied equipment is not covered under this warranty Any damage to the Handicare supplied equipment by the additional equipment is also not covered by this warranty e Any use of the equipment outside the criteria published in the current Handicare sales brochures or beyond the manner in which a prudent person would normally use the equipment will void this war
3. e Pull lever A up and hold e Slide the seat forward or back e Release the handle when the seat has reached the desired position Slide the seat back or forward a little so that it locks in place This will set the seat depth d handicare 19 Fortress 1700 DT TA 4 1 3 Backrest adjustment The backrest is angle adjustable The adjustment must be done as follows Pull up the handle A while you are sitting on the seat The backrest will now automatically move forward Push the backrest to the rear by leaning back until it is in a position that is most comfortable for you After adjustment release the handle to secure the backrest in the position you have chosen forward quickly and powerfully The backrest must be adjusted in such a way that your back is properly supported while driving If the backrest is tilted too far backwards this will negatively Attention Be aware when operating the handle when the seat is unoccupied The backrest is spring operated and will fold 20 influence the seating stability especially on slopes Never drive your scooter with the backrest reclined too far back d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 4 1 4 Adjusting the armrest Adjust the armrests as follows e The armrest width adjustment knobs A are located at the rear of the seat e To loosen armrest turn the knob counter clockwise e After selecting a new width re tighten Knobs and ensure the armrests are secu
4. Description 1700 DT TA 1700 DT TA 3W 4W Energy consumption theoretic maximum Up to 30 miles Up to 30 miles d 50km 50 km Dynamic stability on slopes See Section 5 4 3 Slopes p 33 35 Climbing capacity for obstacles 3 otal leng otal widt istance 6 mph 5 5 mph 103 126 Deg th h Seat width Captain Seat 18 MS ae 16 Backrest angle High Back Captain Seat i adjustable Not Available 100 145 Deg Seat depth High Back Captain Seat Not Available 19 75 Seat width High Back Captain Seat Not Available 19 75 Back height High Back Captain Seat excl Not Available T adj headrest Seat height to floor pan 17 18 19 17 18 19 Armrest height 9 10 75 9 10 75 18 24 18 24 18 Back height Captain Seat excl adj Headrest 16 16 19 N OI j 94 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 3W Minimum turning radius 57 5 Capacity to drive over obstacles 3 4 10 x 3 10 x 3 10 x 3 50 psi 50 psi 50 psi 50 psi 3W Maximum dimensions batteries 7 75 x6 63 x6 88 7 75 x6 63 x6 88 Fits up to Grp 22 Lxwxh Lxwxh Battery capacity U 1 40 A Grp 22 U 1 40 A Grp 22 Maximum permissible charging voltage per battery 5 Amp 5 Amp refers to TA model range varies with user weight tire condition terrain type battery charge And battery condition 17 seat height achieved by removing s
5. To be able to drive the Fortress 1700 DT TA again the following steps should be carried out e Switch the free wheel lever into the Brake Engage position e Switch the scooter on by inserting the jack key into the jack key receptacle Now you are able to drive the Fortress 1700 DT TA again 5 6 Disassembling the scooter for storage and or transport To be able to store the Fortress 1700 DT TA in a small space or transport it in a smaller vehicle suitable for this purpose the scooter can be disassembled This way it will take up less space The steps to disassembling your Fortress 1700 DT TA are as follows 5 6 1 Removing the seat Seat may differ slightly from illustration The seat should be removed as follows e Unlock the rotation mechanism of the seat by pushing the seat lock lever toward the front of the scooter e Lift the seat straight up from the seat post e Folding the backrest completely forward reduces the size of the seat and can make it easier to lift from its post 5 6 2 Separating the scooter The Fortress 1700 DT TA scooter has been designed to be disassembled and reassembled quickly easily and without the use of tools Should you have any difficulty during either the assembly or disassembly please re check the instructions and try again NOTE Ensure the power is off before you disassemble or reassemble your scooter 40 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Disassembly Procedure e Remove the
6. by leaning your upper body slighily forward This will increase the stability of the scooter Further adjust your body position by adjusting the sliding seat into a forward position see section 4 1 2 Adjusting the seat depth page 19 Drive up the slope at half your normal speed Keep the speed constant as you drive up the slope Avoid sudden and jolting movements such as sudden braking or acceleration Do not change direction or attempt to turn around while driving up a slope The slope should be taken directly head on You should not turn and or cut across the slope diagonally Never attempt to go up or down a slope that has potential hazard such as a Slope that is covered in snow ice grass clippings or wet leaves If you notice a strong decrease in speed when driving up a slope choose a less steep route to avoid the scooter from overheating If you drive on a slope too long it may result in overheating Whenever possible it is always recommended to choose a route that is not as steep WARNING Do not exceed these guidelines under any circumstances as your scooter may become unstable and tip This could result in personal injury and or damage to your scooter Driving down a slope e f you need to drive down a slope drive at the lowest possible speed and with the utmost control A Turn the speed select knob fully to the left lowest speed before driving down a slope Move the upper part of your body slightly bac
7. the scooter s backrest must never be positioned in a severely reclined position and the scooter seat must be adjusted into a forward position by using the sliding seat lever see Section 4 1 2 Adjusting the seat depth page 19 Fig 1 Increased Stability Driving Position Lean slightly forward with the upper body while driving up a slope d handicare 33 34 Fortress 1700 DT TA e Driving up slopes with gradients greater than those given in the following table is not permitted gP O gt gt gt max 9 16 se Se 3 LO 9 T O SS N S O N gt o rr r r gt XXX x lt 9 ss GS Ss 4 E a I I I I I o Xn H 9 7A T 2 2 2 2 e e Q LO LO lt N SR 2 A N N 4 WARNING Do not exceed these guidelines under any circumstances as your scooter may become unstable and tip This could result in personal injury and or damage to your scooter The above measurements were determined with the scooter s seat in the highest and most rearward position Your scooter s ability to travel up slopes is affected by your weight your scooter s speed your angle of approach to the slope and your scooter set up NEVER put the scooter in freewheel when parked ona slope The scooter will roll down the slope due to gravity d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Instructions for Driving up a slope A Adopt the position for Increased Stability shown in figure 1 page 33
8. 8 12 hours charging time The battery charger has been designed in such a way that In order to optimize your battery life In general keep your batteries fully charged Avoid deeply discharging your batteries Do not store your batteries without being fully charged Avoid storing your batteries in areas of extreme cold or heat d handicare 23 Fortress 1700 DT TA When the batteries are charged e Switch off the battery charger if applicable e Unplug the battery charger from the wall socket of the mains power supply e Unplug the charger from the charging connection on the scooter The scooter is now ready for use Always remove the charging cable when the batteries are charged This way you prevent the batteries from slowly depleting themselves 5 1 2 Battery Charger Use only the supplied battery charger to charge the batteries Maximum allowable charger capacity is 5 Amp 5 2 Driving the Fortress 1700 DT TA The following topics are covered in this manual in order to enable you to drive your scooter Inspection before use Console Driving Getting on or off Pushing Disassembly 5 2 1 Inspection before use lt is important to check the following prior to driving your scooter e Make sure the seat is properly locked in place e Make sure all lights and turn signals are working properly both at the front and the back Make sure the tires are sufficiently inflated 50 psi See Product Specifications
9. aia oniric aia aia e aia tn a eu Le ia ai ea a ia an 5 OCCT ADE Scoica ceai imediate draci dacia degradeze aia aia 6 7 Symbols used in manual nea enenen nenea nenea ennaeneneanennaenaasaeas 8 Service and technical support neam enee nea nenea nene nensaneas 9 ld ntification plat BRE RE RI RIS RE RO RI NR SN SI N N E O URR 9 Identification of the product mmn nenea nena nenea nene ensaneaae 9 ADDIOVE IS vice pte eta Dina lat a va eva la ai a aia lat 10 Use for Intended purposes mme nn enee nea nenae menu enea mean nnsane 10 WMT MY AER PRE O ee secre ee RE teste tae E N RE PA E aw ae SIRET E DR 11 12 1 General safety regulations and instructions m neam 13 1 1 Labels and instructions on the scooter ccceeeeeees 13 1 2 Technical specifications eee eee 13 123 MOGULICELIOIIS e cutite tepi bresi ere taran tea ef atoli teme be nt 13 1 ANC atitea to ste ta ist acm pt pia ea 13 15 2 General description eecsccscssensssnctscctcssewssarecenssenssewosenetennsenssewessves 16 3 Main COMDONeNnNIS i sacii a aaa aaa a d i aa latini daia 17 18 4 Adjustment options mm une nenea nenea nenea nnnaenaannnannnnaneaae 19 4 1 Seat adjustments eee eee eee eee 19 4 1 1 Adjusting the seat height eee 19 4 1 2 Adjusting the seat depih c eee 19 4 1 3 Backrest adjustment c eee eee 20 4 1 4 Adjusting the armrest
10. influence electric wheelchairs and scooters The warnings listed below are intended to prevent the scooter from driving unintentionally which could lead to serious injury 1 Do not switch on manual items for personal communication such as radios and mobile telephones while the electric scooter is switched on 2 Avoid transmitters such as radio and TV stations in the neighbourhood Do not get too close 3 If any unintended movements should occur or if the brake is moved to its neutral position switch off the electric wheelchair or scooter by pulling the jack key from the jack key receptacle 4 Be aware of the fact that any accessories or components that are installed or any alterations that are made to the scooter may increase the influence of radio waves Remarks There is no easy way to test the effects of radio waves on the general immunity of the electric wheelchair or scooter 5 Notify your dealer or the manufacturer of the scooter of all cases of unintended movements or switching to neutral Indicate whether there is any source of radio waves in the neighbourhood Remarks The immunity level of the Fortress 1700 DT TA is 21 Volts meter d handicare 53 Fortress 1700 DT TA 8 Technical specifications Handicare Inc 355 Norfinch Dr Toronto Ontario Canada M3N 1Y7 8 1 Product Specifications Fortress 1700 DT TA Model Fortress 1700 DT TA 3 Wheel Fortress 1700 DT TA 4 Wheel DT 350 Ibs TA 300 Ibs
11. products This Manual With this manual you can safely use and maintain the product In case of doubt always contact your dealer In this manual the words left right front and back are used to indicate a certain part of the product This is viewed from the position of the user seated on the scooter Please refer to the back cover of this manual to find to your scooter s serial number model description and your authorized Handicare dealer This information will be helpful for any product assistance that you may require in the future A handicare 5 Fortress 1700 DT TA Product Labels The product has the following decals and labels MO OW gt 1 wi k ae e Li F ui r ad Charging connection Circuit breaker Tire pressure wheels Freewheel lever Tiller angle adjustment eth a a i L 9 handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Product Labels A Charging connection as For charging of the batteries see Charging the batteries B Circuit breaker The scooter has a safety circuit breaker feature See Automatic circuit breaker C Tire pressure For tire pressure of the wheels see product specifications D Freewheel Lever 1 Lever in the full rear position brake engaged The drive motor has been engaged the scooter can be electrically driven and the brakes are engaged when the scooter is switched off 2 Lever in the full forw
12. your driving ability You must have sufficient visual acuity to be able to drive safely in the scooter It is obligatory to turn on the lights in case of reduced visibility The scooter has been equipped with brake lights that light up when you brake Only use the indicator lights to indicate an intended change in driving direction Only use the horn when it is necessary to warn pedestrians or other road users of dangerous circumstances Always remove the jack key from the jack key receptacle when not driving the scooter even if you plan to remain seated on the scooter while it is parked This will ensure that there will be no accidental activation of the forward reverse lever resulting in unexpected movement of the scooter Never place metal parts on top of the batteries this may cause a short circuit in the batteries resulting in damage d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Donotcarry any passengers your scooter was specifically designed to transport only yourself Donot drive your scooter with the backrest reclined too far It may affect weight distribution and therefore the rearward stability of the scooter especially when driving on inclines or encountering obstacles Donot burden your scooter with any more load than can be placed in the basket Never hang anything from the handlebars Never use your scooter to tow a trailer The scooter was not designed for this It can cause serious damage to your scooter
13. Donot stand on the floor pan to reach objects Donot place your feet close to the front wheel and fork when the unit is moving Always keep your feet on the rubber mat rather than against the front cover Never operate the scooter with the plastic cover shrouds removed Never attempt to stand on the plastic cover shrouds Any replacement of fuses on the scooter must be done by an authorized Handicare dealer The scooter is electronically operated Certain parameters have been factory set These settings are designed to allow comfortable and efficient use These parameters cannot be changed The standard version of your scooter was tested in accordance with the most stringent requirements for electro magnetic interference When using a mobile telephone in the vicinity of a scooter with special adaptations you are advised to first switch off the scooter Your scooter may influence electromagnetic fields such as alarm systems If the electronics of the scooter is not properly shielded this may affect sensitive electrical appliances such as shop alarms and garage openers The scooter has been tested for this Should any problems of this nature occur please report these to your dealer immediately Take care in ultra violet light this may cause premature deterioration of materials such as rubber plastic and enamel Be aware of any objects that may protrude from the unit that could cause damage to your surroundings or to th
14. Electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters class B e S507176 8 Requirements for static impact and fatigue strengths e S507176 9 Climatic tests for electric wheelchairs and scooters e 1SO7176 14 Requirements and test methods for power and control systems for electric wheelchairs e SO7176 16 Requirements for resistance to ignition of upholstered parts The product has been EMC approved for electromagnetic compatibility in accordance with EN12184 CE declaration The product complies with the regulations of the Medical Devices Directive and therefore bears the CE mark Use for intended purposes The Fortress 1700 DT and TA scooters were developed for e The transportation of people weighing up to 350 Ibs DT 300 Ibs TA e Use on pavements groomed footpaths and cycle paths e Use in and around the house The dealer must give you clear instructions before you start operating the product independently Your first test drives of the Fortress 1700 DT or TA are best carried out under the supervision of an experienced dealer The Fortress 1700 DT and TA scooters are not classified as road vehicles and therefore may not be used on the road crossing over the road being the only exception The Fortress 1700 DT and TA scooters have a maximum speed of 10 km h 6 mph ENSURE THAT YOU ARE FULLY ACQUAINTED WITH THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING TO DRIVE THE FORTRESS 1700 DT or TA If you use the scooter in
15. OWNERS MANUAL FORTRESS 1700 SERIES 3 amp 4 Wheel Scooters Issue 4 October 2010 Sp handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 2009 Handicare All rights reserved The information contained in this manual may not be reproduced and or published in any form by print photoprint microfilm or by any other means whether electronically or mechanically without the prior written authorisation of Handicare The information provided is based on the general data relating to the design of the product known at the time of publication of this manual Handicare has a policy of continuous improvement and reserves the right to make changes and modifications to its products The information provided applies to the standard version of the product Handicare can not be held liable for any damage resulting from product specifications which do not conform to the standard configuration The information made available has been compiled with the greatest care However Handicare can not be held liable for any possible errors in the information or for the consequences thereof Handicare accepts no liability for loss as a result of work carried out by third parties Under regulations concerning the protection of trade names the names and trade names etc used by Handicare may not be regarded as openly available d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Table of contents STEP OCC UIO IN E RR RR O 0 PER ARIA CR RO EA RR PC PRR CI A CR 5 THS IM aNLIGI sezoane
16. To support the back of the user Head rest To support the head Armrest To support the arms Steering Tiller The console and all operating keys and handles are located on the tiller Lights When driving in the dark the lights should be turned on Turn Signals To indicate a change in direction while driving Detachable fixed mounted basket For carrying personal items Front wheel Front wheels offer suspension Front bumper Protects the front wheel in case of a collision Rear wheels Rear wheels offer suspension Anti tip wheels Wheels to prevent the scooter from tipping over backwards on slopes See next page for location of these components on the scooter Various features and components can be adjusted for optimum seating comfort N handicare 17 Fortress 1700 DT TA 18 9 handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 4 Adjustment options The Fortress 1700 DT TA seat offers a number of adjustment options to increase sitting and driving comfort The following may be adjusted Seat height Seat depth Backrest angle Armrest width Armrest height Head rest Steering tiller QONMoOD gt D 4 1 Seat adjustments 4 1 1 Adjusting the seat height The whole seat may be adjusted in height up to obtain an optimal seating position This adjustment should be made by the dealer 4 1 2 Adjusting the seat depth sliding seat e See illustration seat may vary slightly from illustration Adjust the seat depth as follows
17. a dangerous fashion or use the scooter for purposes other than those for which it is intended Handicare will accept no liability for any personal injury or damage to property caused by such misuse 1 Intended use as specified by EN 292 1 means the use for which the technical product is suitable according to the manufacturer s declaration including the manufacturer s instructions in the sales brochure In the event of doubt use is taken to mean the use as construed from the design construction and function of a product The instructions contained in the user manual must also be followed within the scope of intended use 10 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Warranty Fortress 1700 DT and TA Handicare warrants to the original buyer that the new equipment sold by an authorized Handicare dealer is at the time of delivery to the buyer and for the defined time periods found below following such delivery free from defects in material and workmanship and meets designed performance levels Handicare agrees that during the defined time periods it will either repair or replace at Handicare s sole option any part or parts of new equipment which under proper and normal conditions of use proves to be defective or fails to meet designed performance levels The warranty time periods for various components of the Fortress 1700 DT and 1700 TA are defined as follows Warranty Period PI E Frame o o o oS y O Main Frame Weldment gt Lifetime
18. an angle greater than the guidelines listed on page 34 of this manual On slopes always drive slowly and with great awareness Never drive down a slope at full speed Do not drive down slopes with loose gravel or a sandy surface because one of the back wheels might slip Donotturn ona slope d handicare 13 Fortress 1700 DT TA Never take a turn at full speed Decrease speed when taking a turn When driving up a slope assume a body position for increased stability as described in detail on page 33 of this manual Ensure that no items of clothing hang loose as these could become caught between the wheels Ensure that your fingers do not get caught in the mechanism for adjusting the angle of the steering tiller or the mechanism for flipping up the armrests You must adjust your driving according to these circumstances A 14 Drive carefully on slippery surfaces resulting from rain ice or snow Drive more slowly in crowded environments Do not use the scooter on uneven surfaces and or ungroomed footpaths and cycle paths Ensure that the Fortress 1700 DT TA does not come into contact with salt water Salt water is caustic and may damage the scooter Ensure that the Fortress 1700 DT TA does not come into contact with sand Sand can affect the moving parts of the scooter resulting in unnecessarily rapid wear Never operate the scooter if you are under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication that could affect
19. ard position The drive motor is disconnected the scooter can be pushed manually F Tiller angle adjustment Adjust the steering tiller to obtain a position that is most comfortable for you while driving See Adjusting the Steering tiller N handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Symbols used in this manual CAUTION Poorly executed procedures that can result in damage to AN the product the environment or injury to the user ATTENTION ee Suggestions that help specific procedures to be carried out more easily iil Consult the specified information source s first Disconnect the charger cord from the charging connection of the scooter before doing any maintenance on the V scooter 8 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Service and Technical Support For information concerning specific settings maintenance or repair work please contact your dealer He is always prepared to help you Ensure you have at hand e Model e Serial number This information is provided on the identification plate See diagram below Identification plate Product information can be found on plate A See Identification of the product below Identification of the product Model Date of manufacture Serial Identification number Maximum load Usage Indoors Outdoors or both mOOW gt d handicare 9 Fortress 1700 DT TA Approvals The product meets the following requirements e EN12184 1999
20. are coloured Green forward driving A Yellow reverse driving B Forward driving e Driving forward using finger control Slowly pull back on the forward reverse lever A with your fingers The further you pull the lever towards you the faster you will drive Reverse driving e Reverse driving Release the forward reverse lever The Fortress 1700 DT TA will come toa stop e Driving in reverse using finger control Slowly pull back the forward reverse lever B with your fingers The further you pull the lever towards you the faster you will drive in reverse e Make sure there is nothing behind the scooter before you travel in reverse e The maximum speed in reverse is equal to half the maximum speed forward Y handicare 31 Fortress 1700 DT TA Braking and stopping while driving forward or reversing e By slowly releasing the forward reverse lever the Fortress 1700 DT TA will brake and come to a stop The brake lights will illuminate automatically e f you need to make a sudden stop while driving you must release the forward reverse lever immediately In normal circumstances the forward reverse lever can be released slowly if you wish to stop As soon as the scooter is stopped the automatic parking brake engages Remarks You can inspect the brakes by suddenly releasing the forward reverse lever When driving at a high speed you need to be extra careful especially on sidewalks and in pedestrian are
21. as In that case it is advisable to set a lower maximum speed using the speed select knob Do not cross a street until you are able to handle the scooter and its controls well 5 4 2 Corners Moving around corners in forward direction Turning left or right e By turning the handlebars to the left or to the right the scooter will change direction and start moving to the left or to the right accordingly You should always use your turn signals when making a turn Always take turns at a safe often lower speed Reversing while making a turn Turning left or right e By turning the handlebars to the left or to the right the scooter will change direction and start moving in the opposite direction of the direction you steer Steering to the right the scooter will reverse while making a left turn Steering to the left the scooter will reverse while making a right turn 32 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 4 3 Slopes lt is important to note that although the Fortress 1700 DT and TA have maximum weight capacities of 350 lbs and 300 lbs respectively the following safety guidelines must be adhered to when driving up slopes You must assume a body position for increased stability when driving up aslope This is done by leaning your upper body forward while you are driving up the slope This will increase the stability of the scooter The Increased Stability Driving Position is illustrated in figure 1 below Additionally
22. assembled scooter components that are unsecured in the vehicle can cause damage as a result of sudden vehicle movements d handicare 45 Fortress 1700 DT TA The scooter has attachment points located at the rear and under the front of the floor pan These attachment points are designed as a convenience feature only 46 9 handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 6 Maintenance 6 1 Maintenance table In order to optimize your scooter s performance durability and longevity it should be serviced regularly by your dealer Below we have indicated what needs to be checked how often this should be done and by whom e Charging of the batteries after each full day of use e Checking the tire pressure and tread condition e Checking for oil leakage underneath the scooter e Cleaning of the scooter see cleaning procedure e Cleaning of the upholstery if necessary Every three e Lubricating the turning system of the seat to do this the seat must be removed See Removing the seat Lithium grease is recommended User lt is strongly recommended that your scooter is serviced by your dealer at least once a year or in case of intensive use once every six months In principle we recommend you that your dealer carries out all maintenance work The maintenance activities you can perform yourself are indicated in the table above If you discover any oil leakage underneath the scooter contact your dealer immediately Do not dr
23. automatic circuit breaker A located on the rear cover under the seat In normal circumstances the automatic circuit breaker will not pop out and the scooter will be ready for use When the electric circuit is overloaded or shorted the automatic circuit breaker will switch off the electric system to prevent damage Overload can be caused if the motor is overheated If the automatic circuit breaker switches off the electric circuit of the scooter it will pop out By pressing the automatic circuit breaker button back in again you can try to restart the scooter If the automatic circuit breaker button pops out again wait 15 to 20 minutes to allow the motor to cool off and then try resetting again 92 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA If you are able to restart the scooter after this you may drive on Make sure however to avoid obstacles and hills If the automatic circuit breaker pops out again after the motor was allowed to cool off there may be a short circuit In this case do not attempt driving but contact your dealer 7 3 Electro magnetic Interference EMI malfunction Radio waves may negatively influence the drive of an electric scooter The scooter itself may disrupt the operation of electromagnetic fields such as those used in alarm systems and shop circuitry Sources of radio waves such as radio and TV stations amateur radio transmitters elevators transmitters stereo radios and mobile telephones may
24. battery cover by releasing the elastic strap on the front of the cover and releasing the Velcro attachments on each side of the battery cover e Separate the rear cover from the rear frame by turning the knob counter clockwise and releasing the Velcro attachment points under each side of the cover shroud e Carefully tip the rear cover shroud toward the rear of the scooter to expose its underside Locate the connector for the rear lighting and disconnect it The rear cover shroud can now be completely removed d handicare 47 Fortress 1700 DT TA Disconnect the red and black battery cables SOC ig o O Disconnect the battery hold down straps move the batteries by lifting them up by their carrying straps CAUTION The batteries are much heavier than they appear 42 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA e Unplug the main cable before disconnecting the scooter e To separate the front frame from the rear frame locate the locking latch in the centre of the battery compartment area e Push and hold the button on the side of the latch then pull up in order to release the latch Flip the latch off the hook on the rear frame Grasp the seat post with one hand and the front tiller with the other hand Gently tip the rear frame of the scooter backward using the seat post until it rests on its rear bumper Grasp the handlebar with one hand and the centre part of the front frame with the
25. cc eee 21 4 1 5 Adjusting the headrest ccc eee 21 4 2 Adjusting the steering tiller oo cece eee 22 4 3 Adjusting the rear SUSDENSION cccc eee 22 S OPEO uncie cautat E a ua tai 23 5 1 Charging the baitteries e eee 23 5 1 2 Battery Charger ceeace 24 5 2 Driving the Fortress 1700 DI TA cce eee 24 5 2 1 INSPECTION before use eee 24 522 GOING Ol ANG Offe ae omonima ing netee n iE eee 25 Se COMO e va ae ca a acea ana ae i aa aa a 26 33 1 Console PANG usmineus aaan aleea ee aaa 27 29 5392 GWiIICHINO ON space taci rr i e eee aparati e et 30 5 3 3 Charging connection eee eee 30 d handicare 3 Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 4 Driving Procedures c eee eee eee eee 31 5 4 1 Driving forward and in reverse 31 32 542 CONE meat erati decta tunuri nea aa 32 DAS ODS Snead pace eee e iara aa et n aaa a ia 33 35 5 4 4 Obstacles c eee eee 36 37 5 4 5 Overload Shutdown eee 37 5 4 6 Switching Off cece eee eee eee 37 ia PACING voreuan ani a une Bt agti bt ni ete a ab iai ete aeioa 38 5 5 Pushing ING SCOOLEI inna cae asa aan dac Das a ab a d aia 38 5 5 1 Freewheel position of the scooter 39 5 6 Dissassembling the scooter for storage or transport 40 5 6 1 Removing the S at cccccceeeceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeens 40 5 6 2 Separating the scooter eee 40 43 5 6 3 Folding down the steering till
26. e free wheel lever to BRAKE ENGAGE position B Safety precautions in the free wheel position The scooter has been provided with a unique safety feature that prevents the scooter from rolling too quickly while in the free wheel position If the scooter begins to roll too quickly while in the free wheel position the motor brake will automatically slow down the scooter to a stop Ensure that the free wheel lever is in the BRAKE ENGAGE position when you seat yourself on the scooter NEVER touch the free wheel lever while driving Do not touch the forward reverse lever when you operate the free wheel lever The free wheel lever should only be used if the scooter needs to be pushed By putting the scooter in the free wheel position the motor is disconnected mechanically causing the automatic parking brake of the motor not to function That is why after pushing the scooter the lever should be immediately returned to the Brake Engage position which will activate the automatic parking brake Caution NEVER switch the scooter into free wheel when you are parked gt gt on a slope the scooter will start moving down the slope as a result of gravity d handicare 39 Fortress 1700 DT TA If the Fortress 1700 DT TA is in the free wheel position e It is not possible to drive the scooter e The electronics can be switched on but the motor cannot drive the scooter In this situation the electronics should be switched off
27. e nee inserted into the jack key receptacle properly receptacle e The connectors in the motor e Check the connectors and Dealer compartment are not plugged make sure they are into the controller properly or plugged into the controller they are loose properly e The battery clamps are not e Check the battery clamps Yourself fastened properly e The scooter is in free wheel e Move the free wheel lever Yourself position into the BRAKE ENGAGE position then remove and re insert the jack key to reset the scooter e The automatic circuit breaker e See Circuit breaker Yourself has popped out e Push the automatic circuit breaker back in and reset scooter with jack key d handicare 51 Fortress 1700 DT TA Possible cause Action to be taken by e There is a loose connector e Correct the connection if Yourself possible otherwise contact your dealer Dealer e The battery voltage is too low e Check the battery voltage Yourself See Battery condition meter e Charge the batteries for 8 hours e Check operation of the battery charger knob to the right e Overheated motor e Remove the jack key from Yourself the receptacle and allow the scooter to cool down Sometimes simply switching the scooter off and back on again will correct the problem If you cannot solve the problem by using the list above contact your dealer 7 2 Automatic circuit breaker The scooter has been equipped with an
28. e unit itself Keep your scooter away from open flames Avoid extreme weather conditions or extremely wet conditions Maintain and store the scooter in a clean and dry state d handicare 15 Fortress 1700 DT TA 2 General Description The Fortress 1700 DT and TA are electrically driven scooters for general use in outdoor and indoor environments The height of the seat is adjustable according to the leg length of the user The seat can be rotated and the armrests folded back by the user for ease of getting on or off the scooter The steering tiller is adjustable to enable a comfortable driving position When driving at higher speeds one should be extra careful Slow down especially on sidewalks and in pedestrian areas The following should be kept in mind when using the scooter e A scooter is not a motorised vehicle in the traffic regulations sense You have the same rights and duties as a pedestrian e Atall times you are responsible for Keeping your scooter in perfect working order so that driving the scooter is safe e The scooter is a technical product Therefore any repairs and maintenance should be carried out by qualified personnel If any work needs to be done you should contact your dealer 16 d handicare Fortress 1700DT TA 3 Main Components The following main components are or may be installed on the scooter A B C D J m IT Q Seat This is where the user is seated Backrest
29. eat slider N handicare 99 Fortress 1700 DT TA 8 2 Authorized service and technical support If you have any problems or questions concerning this product please contact your dealer For information about a dealer in your area contact Handicare Canada Handicare Inc Canadian Office 355 Norfinch Drive Toronto ON M3N 1Y7 Tel 1 800 514 7061 96 d handicare FORTRESS 1700 SERIES Serial Model Colour Date Dealer stamp Sp handicare Tel 1 800 514 7061 Fax 1 888 251 9187 info handicare ca www handicare ca
30. er ceeeeeeeeeeeeees 44 5 6 4 Handling and loading cccccccec nea 44 5 6 5 Reassembling the Scooter cccceeeeeeeeeeee ees 45 5 7 Transporting the scooter fully assembled 45 46 M inlenalice ia oa acte aaa a atat gata taiata a maia ati ata aaa 47 6 1 Maintenance table eee eee eee eee 47 oy Fe BALON Scurta eee ete ee ee int i soia or taina oa aa 48 6 1 2 Replacing the batteries cccceeee eee eeeeees 48 49 6 1 3 Cleaning the batteries c eee 49 02 CS o ciate erie ec Baan ese oaia deseo da ia e nn a ma tee 50 6 2 1 Inflatingthetires mc eee 50 GSN INERENTE NR N PRICE DRRERA 50 TPOUDICSMOOUING sosi ee se oz aie sala acei sine catia pa aaa ie PINa aie aia aci ale nai 51 7 1 Troublesnooiing t ple isses 51 52 7 2 Automatic circuit breaker eee eee 52 7 3 EMI malfunction serssrsarnni eee eee EEN 53 Technical specifications nen nenea enanenanenanananas 54 8 1 Product specifications Fortress 1700 DT TA 94 55 8 2 Authorized service and technical support 0eeeeeees 56 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Introduction Thank you for choosing a Fortress 1700 Series electric scooter Welcome to a growing community of people who use a scooter from the Handicare product range Handicare stands for reliability and innovative technology which results in easily operated quality
31. eries are not fully charged This is a characteristic of the batteries For this reason the most accurate battery reading is obtained when riding ona flat surface If the battery indicator remains in the RED zone it is important to recharge your batteries as soon as possible Never fully discharge your batteries by overuse as this will shorten battery life and could cause battery damage Speed Select Knob With this knob the desired maximum speed is set Turning clockwise will increase the speed the maximum has been set by the manufacturer to 5 5 mph 1700 DT or 6 mph 1700 TA Turning counter clockwise will reduce the maximum speed Select a speed position before driving in accordance with the driving conditions such as driving in cramped spaces or ina room with many people d handicare Fortress 1700 x D N handicare DT TA Lights Pressing this button once will turn on the front and rear driving lights Pressing this button a second time will turn the lights off Horn The horn buttons are used to give a warning sound in dangerous situations The horn will sound for as long as you keep the button pressed Jack Key To switch on the scooter the jack key has to be inserted into the jack key receptacle All of the Fortress 1700 DT amp TA s functions with the exception of the hazard lights only operate if the jack key has been inserted into the receptacle The hazard lights will always
32. is not permitted to go down stairways as it is extremely dangerous The scooter is equipped with anti tipping wheels for extra stability and safety Occasionally these wheels may touch an obstacle when descending from it Avoid leaving one of the rear wheels on the obstacle while the other is still on the lower level This will cause the scooter to become unstable 5 4 5 Automatic Overload Shutdown e If an overload occurs as a result of improper or long term use in hot conditions the circuit breaker will be activated causing the scooter to stop See Section 7 2 Automatic circuit breaker page 52 e Remove the ignition key from the receptacle and allow the motor to cool down e Incorrect use may also cause unnecessary malfunctions and damage to the scooter 5 4 6 Switching off After each ride the scooter should be switched off completely This prevents the batteries from unnecessarily discharging and having to be recharged too soon Always remove the jack key from the jack key receptacle when not driving the scooter even if you plan to remain seated on the scooter while it is parked This will ensure that there will be no accidental activation of the forward reverse lever resulting in unexpected movement of the scooter d handicare 37 Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 4 7 Parking After parking pull out the jack key from the jack key receptacle so that it is not possible for anyone else to use your Fortress 1700 DT TA witho
33. ive your scooter d handicare 4 Fortress 1700 DT TA 6 1 1 Batteries For maintenance see the following documentation Regulations concerning the batteries User manual for the battery charger or the instructions on the battery charger The scooter must be equipped with gel batteries These batteries are entirely sealed and maintenance free A sticker shows the connection diagram of the batteries This sticker is placed on the inside of the cover of the battery compartment Make sure that the batteries are always well charged Do not use the scooter if the batteries are almost depleted This may damage the batteries and you run the risk of coming to an unintended stop The use of wet lead acid batteries is not permitted If the batteries need to be replaced gel batteries must be used 6 1 2 Replacing the batteries If the capacity of the batteries is reduced to the extent that the scooter can only make very short trips or even none at all the batteries are at the end of their life soan Replace them as soon as possible Contact your dealer he knows exactly which batteries are most suitable for your scooter We also recommend battery replacement should be carried out by your dealer Replace the batteries as follows e Switch off the scooter remove the jack key from the jack key receptacle e Remove the seat See Removing the seat e Remove the lock A from the front of the battery cover in top diagra
34. kward and always brake slowly If you brake too fast you may cause the scooter to tip e Ifthe scooter is brought to a standstill on a slope then the automatic parking brake must be applied e Never put the scooter in free wheel when on a slope d handicare 39 Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 4 4 Obstacles Driving over obstacles e Drive straight up to the curb or obstacle almost touching it with your front wheel e Push the forward reverse lever and drive onto the sidewalk without changing direction e Assoon as the front wheel is on the sidewalk you need to keep up your speed for the back wheels to be able to move up onto the sidewalk as well If you cannot drive up onto the sidewalk find a lower part that is less steep where you can Any obstacle should be taken in forward direction Itis always recommended to use properly designed sidewalk transitions instead of driving over curbs Do not drive over obstacles great than 3 Practice taking slightly elevated obstacles and then gradually increase the elevation of the obstacles until you can take the maximum height Take your time for this 36 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Driving off obstacles e Use extreme caution when driving off obstacles e Drive straight up to the edge of the sidewalk until you reach the curb e Carefully push the forward reverse lever and allow the scooter to slowly descend from the curb without changing direction It
35. lights These buttons have been mounted on both the right and the left of the console panel d handicare 21 4 28 Fortress 1700 DT TA A Turn Signals left right By pressing the button on the left or on the right the indicator will start flashing to indicate that you intend to change your driving direction activate the button on the left if you wish to turn to the left activate the button on the right if you wish to turn to the right A beeping sound will be activated while the indicator is turned on As soon as you have completed your left or right turn activate the same button again to turn off the indicator Battery condition Meter The battery condition meter gives a general indication of the condition of the batteries Reading from left to right the battery condition meter has three red indicator lights three orange lights and four green lights The batteries are completely charged when all the lights are illuminated As the battery level decreases the lights will go off one by one starting with the green lights on the right The indicator lights indicate the battery voltage available for the controller It is normal that the meter goes down during conditions of initial acceleration as the extra load will cause the voltage to drop momentarily This momentary drop is not a true reading of battery capacity Also when the scooter is first powered up the indicator may initially show full charge even if the batt
36. ly secured with the battery tie down straps All electrical connections are secured 5 7 Transporting the scooter fully assembled The following guidelines must be followed to transport the Fortress 1700 DT or TA scooter fully assembled in a vehicle that is suitable for this purpose gt gt gt gt If the scooter must be lifted into the vehicle never lift the scooter by its plastic covers and do not attempt to lift it by yourself If your scooter can fit into a vehicle fully assembled DO NOT use your scooter as a passenger seat in the transporting vehicle You must transfer to a regular car seat even if the vehicle concerned has been adapted for the transport of scooters The reason is that the Fortress 1700 DT TA cannot offer the safety that is offered by standard car seats no matter how well it is fixed to the vehicle concerned After the scooter has been placed inside the vehicle you must make sure that the scooter is not in the free wheel position The scooter should be secured with an approved securement system Handicare makes no representation of suitability for use with specific securement systems Handicare also cannot anticipate the situations that may arise in use of public transportation systems For instructions on how to use a given securement system please consult its manufacturer and its operating instructions In the case of public transit please refer to the municipal transit authority Note that any dis
37. m e Disconnect the red and the black battery connectors from the battery A in lower diagram e Loosen the straps which hold the batteries by squeezing in the clasps B 48 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA e Unscrew the battery clips C from the battery terminals using a wrench with a key width of 13 mm e Remove both batteries D New batteries are placed in the reverse order as follows e Put the new batteries in place e Fasten the batteries using the straps e Connect the cables according to the table below Cable colour __ Text on label Battery 1 er terminal of battery 1 e C Red Battery 1 Plus terminal of battery 1 left CE Mi Black Battery 2 Minus terminal of battery 2 right Plus terminal of battery 2 Red ooo Ha right e Tighten the battery clamps e Grease the battery clamps to prevent oxidation using acid free Vaseline e Replace the cover Note the correct connection of the cables to the batteries these are marked with labels The connections may NOT be swapped around Make sure that the battery terminals and battery clamps are quite clean As soon as the new batteries are installed the batteries must be charged See Charging the batteries Do not allow other metal parts come in contact with two battery terminals at once This will lead to short circuiting and will have very serious consequences 6 1 3 Cleaning the batteries Gel batteries are maintenance free Howe
38. other hand Lift the front frame upwards to separate it from the rear frame Roll the front frame away from the rear frame while maintaining balance on the front wheel 43 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 6 3 Folding down the steering tiller The steering tiller can be folded down as follows e Pull handle A down while at the same time pulling down the steering tiller 5 6 4 44 Use caution when folding down the steering tiller to avoid getting your fingers jammed Handling and Loading lt is always recommended to have someone help you load your disassembled scooter When placing the disassembled scooter in a vehicle make sure that the free wheel lever on the rear section is in the Brake Engaged position Once the front section is loaded the batteries can be replaced back into the battery compartment and buckled down lt is your responsibility to ensure that all the components of the disassembled scooter are properly secured in the vehicle so they do not become a hazard in the event of a collision d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 6 5 Reassembling the scooter To reassemble the scooter reverse the steps outlined above making sure that The rear frame is resting on the rear bumper when setting the front frame onto the J hooks on the rear frame The locking latch mechanism must be properly engaged when re connecting the front and rear sections of the scooter The batteries are proper
39. other wet dirt Parts that are soiled with wet dirt can best be cleaned by first wiping the dirty parts with a damp cloth and then wiping them dry with a dry soft cloth Upholstery Clean with a damp cloth After removing the dirt the cleaned parts should be wiped dry with a soft dry cloth Never use abrasive or aggressive cleansers They can damage the scooter Also do not use organic solvents such as thinner dry cleaning naphtha or white spirit 90 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA Do not spray or pour water on scooter Be careful with water near the electronic system Upholstery do not dry clean iron or spin dry 7 Troubleshooting If your Fortress 1700 DT or TA will not function even though the batteries are fully charged check the following points before getting in touch with your dealer 1 Check that all battery clamps are securely in place 2 Check the free wheel lever to ensure it is in the BRAKE ENGAGE position not in free wheel position 3 Check if the automatic circuit breaker button has popped out If it has reset the circuit breaker by pushing the button back in position If it pops out again contact your dealer 7 1 Troubleshooting table If your scooter is not working or is not working as it should go through the following list of possible problems before contacting your dealer You may be able to solve the problem yourself Inimi cause eta to be eh jack key is not properly a the jack key into th
40. ranty i e abuse and misuse e Labour and shipping are not covered by this warranty e Any batteries supplied by Handicare are covered by the battery manufacturer s standard warranty Warranty Claims All claims for warranty covered parts under the above warranty must be presented to Handicare by an authorized dealer within forty five 45 days of the event upon which any warranty claim is made Handicare reserves the right to refuse the warranty claim should the claim not satisfy the basic requirements The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other express warranties Implied warranties if any including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose shall not extend beyond the duration of the express warranty provided herein Handicare shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever For all warranty inquiries please contact your authorized Handicare dealer Recommendations Please complete the Handicare Warranty Registration Card Mail it to Handicare within 10 days of delivery of the equipment This will assist Handicare to initiate and to provide your appropriate warranty coverage Your equipment must receive an annual service inspection by an authorized Handicare dealer within 30 days of the anniversary of the purchase date 12 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 1 General safety rules and regulations Handicare accepts no liabili
41. re e The armrest height adjustment knobs B are located on the armrest posts e To loosen armrest turn the knob counter clockwise e Push the detent button and raise or lower the armrest into one of three positions e After selecting the new height re tighten knobs and ensure the armrests are secure The armrests are capable of safely supporting 200 Ibs of weight e Do not sit on the armrests 4 1 5 Adjusting the headrest The headrest can be adjusted to several different heights Adjust the height of the head rest as follows e To raise or lower the head rest press the plastic button located on the left side where the head rest mounts to the seat At the same time move the headrest to the required height It will engage into one of three positions with a Click N handicare 21 Fortress 1700 DT TA 4 2 Adjusting the steering tiller The steering tiller can be adjusted for driving comfort and ease of getting on and off the scooter The steering tiller can be adjusted as follows e Pull handle A down with one hand while at the same time pulling the steering tiller towards you with the other until the most comfortable position is reached e Then release the handle to set the chosen position Then release the steering tiller If you release the steering tiller while still pulling the handle down the gas spring loaded steering tiller will move to its most forward position Use caution when adjusting the stee
42. ring tiller to avoid getting your fingers pinched 4 3 Adjusting the rear suspension The rear suspension of the scooter can be adjusted to provide optimal comfort This adjustment is to be carried out by the dealer 22 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 Operation 5 1 Charging the batteries For charging see the following documentation Regulations concerning the batteries User manual for the battery charger or the instructions on the battery charger The scooter uses gel batteries These batteries are entirely sealed and maintenance free With normal daily use the batteries should be recharged every night If you use your scooter only occasionally once per week or less the batteries must be fully charged at least once per week Charging should be done as follows e Switch off the scooter e Put the plug of the charging cable into the charging connection See Charging connection e Put the plug of the battery charger into the wall socket of the main power Supply Safety The scooter will not operate as soon as the plug of the charging cable is connected to the charging connection batteries cannot be overcharged When the batteries are no longer charging the charging current will automatically drop until the charging is stopped completely the batteries are fully charged The minimum charging time for gel batteries is approximately 8 hours Most batteries will have reached 80 of their capacity after
43. t can be rotated Getting on the scooter e Switch off the scooter e Move the seat lock handle A toward the front of the scooter and rotate the seat 90 degrees to the left or to the right When you release the seat lock handle the seat will automatically lock the handle will click into place e Now you can seat yourself e The seat can be rotated back as described above When the seat has been rotated to its original position it will click back into place This way it cannot inadvertently turn while driving d handicare 29 Fortress 1700 DT TA The seat is provided with armrests that can be flipped up so that you can get on or off from the side After getting on or off always check whether the armrests are in the proper position e Getting off the scooter should be done in reverse order 5 3 Operating controls The scooter is equipped with the following operating controls A Console with all of the control buttons and indicators B Forward reverse levers C Fuse for the lighting D Charger connection port See Charging the batteries E Angle adjustment lever for tiller 26 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 3 1 Console Panel The console panel is provided with the latest technology and offers reliable and useful functions for the operation of your scooter A Left amp right turn signals B Battery condition meter C Speed select knob D Lights E Jack key F Horn G Hazard
44. ty whatsoever for damage or injury caused by the failure to strictly adhere to the safety rules and regulations or else due to carelessness during the use and cleaning of the scooter and possible accessories Depending on the specific operating circumstances or the accessories used additional safety instructions may be required Please contact your dealer immediately if you observe any potential danger during the use of the product The user of the scooter see under use according to purpose is at all times fully responsible for the fulfilment of the locally applicable safety rules and regulations 1 1 Labels and instructions on the scooter Signs symbols and instructions placed on this scooter comprise part of its safety guidelines They must never be covered or removed and must remain present and clearly legible throughout the entire life span of the scooter e Immediately replace or repair illegible or damaged labels symbols and instructions Contact your dealer with regard to this 1 2 Technical specifications The technical specifications must not be altered 1 3 Modifications Modifications to parts of this product are not permitted 1 4 Safety To avoid accidents and undesirable situations it is of great importance to pay attention to the following safety regulations Pay extra attention to driving on slopes Never remove safety devices such as anti tip wheels Never drive the Fortress 1700 DT TA up a slope with
45. ut permission After the scooter has been switched off the jack key has been pulled out of the receptacle the automatic parking brake will remain activated even if the batteries are removed If the free wheel position has been activated the automatic parking brake will NOT work e Ifthe scooter is brought to a standstill on a slope then the automatic parking brake must be engaged e For this reason never put the scooter in the free wheel Position 5 5 Pushing the scooter In the case of a malfunction or if the batteries have insufficient capacity to power the scooter it may also be pushed manually Pushing the scooter may be useful for parking or storing the scooter in a confined space e Switch off the scooter by removing the jack key from the receptacle e Put the free wheel lever into the free wheel position of the scooter see 5 5 1 below If the scooter is pushed too fast a built in safey mechanism will automatically activate the motor brake and cause the scooter to slow down 38 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 5 1 Free wheel position of the scooter To be able to push the Fortress 1700 DT TA the automatic parking brake has to be de activated as follows e Move the free wheel lever A located under the seat on the right hand side of the cover into the FREE WHEEL position C This de activates the automatic parking brake The Fortress 1700 DT TA automatic brake is activated again by moving th
46. ver attention must be paid to the following matters e Keep the batteries clean and dry dirt and water may cause a leak causing the capacity of the batteries to decrease e Cleaning the terminals and after cleaning grease them with acid free Vaseline d handicare 49 Fortress 1700 DT TA Never completely deplete the batteries This can seriously damage the batteries and considerably shorten their life span 6 2 Tires For the proper functioning of the scooter it is very important that the tires are kept at the correct pressure 6 2 1 Inflating the Tires The tires are equipped with a car valve You can have the tires inflated at your dealer or local gas service station or you can do it yourself using a foot or hand pump To inflate the tires remove the cap from the valve Under inflated tires can reduce the range of the scooter and increase the wear on the tire treads For the correct tire pressure see Product specifications When inflating the tires never exceed the maximum recommended tire pressure This value is indicated on the tire itself Tires inflated to 50 psi For inspection of the tires see the maintenance table After inflating the tires always make sure to replace the cap back on the valve to avoid dirt and sand entering the valve 6 3 Cleaning Procedures Removing dry dirt Upholstery metal parts and frame parts can usually be cleaned easily with a dry soft cloth Removing mud and or
47. work even if the jack key has not been inserted into the jack key receptacle Hazard Lights Pressing this button will turn on the hazard lights You should use the hazard lights if you fear you will not be seen by other traffic or if you are stopped because of a malfunction Pressing this button a second time will switch off the hazard lights A beeping sound will activate while the hazard lights are turned on 29 Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 3 2 Switching on The scooter should be switched on as follows e Insert the jack key into the jack key receptacle as far as it will go A 5 3 3 Charging connection e The charging connection A is located on the steering tiller under the console This is the point to which the battery charger cable can be connected All electronics should be switched off during charging of the batteries Remove the jack key before charging 30 d handicare Fortress 1700 DT TA 5 4 Driving Procedures Before driving the scooter it should be adjusted optimally to your personal needs After you have carried out all inspection points you can seat yourself in the scooter See Getting on or off the scooter Now you may start to drive As a scooter driver keep in mind that other people may not always notice you Always be aware of the people and traffic around you 5 4 1 Driving forward and in reverse e Switch on the scooter see Switching on The forward reverse levers

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