Getabout OWNERS MANUAL
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1. ATTENTION Please read your owner s manual before driving your scooter FS777 GETABOUT Owner s Manual S CONTENTS INTRODUCTION aed cia nde 3 FEATURE GUIDE M 3 SAFETY ADVICE E 4 EMI Warning 6 ADJUSTMENT FREE WHEEL 8 SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS 1 10 STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR 11 EXTRA GUIDELINES IN THE CONTROL OF YOUR SCOOTER 12 BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGER essent tnnt senken rni 13 nnee 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 15 WARRANTY TERMS 8 CONDITIONS eee 16 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ietatinephc tena pha dede ze ce a avt 18 DISCLAIMER PN 19 NOTES M e 20 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider Getabout scooter This scooter incorporates the latest innovative designs patented and only available on a Shoprider scooter This scooter can be used in confined spaces both indoors and outdoors Direct drive transaxles and electromagnetic brakes give a safe and efficient ride This Shoprider scooter is designed for persons with limited mobility Ple2. It is not allowed to have any person sitting in the scooter when transported by a vehicle otherwise any injury or damage that might result Do not use the scooter in the rain near a shower or in a damp bathroom Direct exposure to rain or dampness could cause the scooter to electrically malfunction and prematurely rust Do not lean against or pull forward on the tiller while mounting or dismounting the scooter Otherwise injury may occur Do not operate the unit or turn the switch on while charging Whenever a center bolt of the wheel assembly has been loosened please replace a specified new bolt from authorized dealers and secure with a torque of 240 5 kg cm together with Loctite 271 adhesive or equivalent Charge batteries daily after use Charging plug has to be removed from the scooter after charging Battery cables must be securely fastened onto battery terminals by the authorised dealers before using the unit Batteries must be tied down correctly and securely Always check the battery charge remaining before operating the unit Always charge the batteries on the unit in a well ventilated area e f the unit went over or sank into deep water please switch off power of the unit and consult with your authorised dealer for assistance Switch off power of the unit while not in use or before charging removing and installing the batteries Otherwise injury and or damage to the unit or surrounding property
3. Please make sure your left hand leave the pin when unfolding properly 3 Lay flat scooter by the handle Pull seat back backward to upright seat When you hear a click the scooter 15 ready to cruise 1 Speed Controls The speed control allows you to set a speed between slow turtle and fast rabbit 2 Battery Level Indicator Gauge Where the needle sits shows the amount of charge in your batteries The amount of charge will only show at its true level when the scooter is in drive Always charge the batteries completely before beginning out on any journey Caution Do not allow the gauge needle to go down completely as complete discharge of the batteries could cause irreversible battery damage 3 Horn A yellow button next to power switch on tiller operates the horn 4 On Off Switch The On Off switch is located on the tiller When the unit is in the On position the switch will display a red light and the battery gauge needle will move There may be a slight delay before the hand lever control can be operated while the main controller checks the circuits 5 Thumb Finger Lever Controls The left thumb finger lever controls the reverse and the right thumb finger lever controls the forward motion The amount of pressure applied to each lever will determine the speed the scooter travels at Release the lever and the scooter will slowly come to a stop and the electromagnetic brake will be applied Electromagnetic Brake
4. The brake is automatically operated when the control levers are released There is a slight delay when the scooter decelerates this allows the scooter to come to a smooth stop STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR SCOOTER Getting Started Select a level area with plenty of space Mount the scooter by sliding on to the seat or rotate the seat outwards and then rotate the seat back to face the tiller Adjust the tiller and seat as described previously Starting Scooter Movement Ensure that you are seated in a comfortable position Turn the switch to the ON position Your speed setting should be on 1 or 2 Pull your right hand finger lever the scooter will move forward slowly The harder you pull the faster the scooter goes but will only reach the speed level that has been selected Release the lever and the scooter will slowly come to a stop and the magnetic brake will be applied Steering Steering the scooter is light and easy Ensure when starting off you give a wide clearance when turning so that the rear wheels clear any obstacle that you are passing When steering through limited spaces such as a doorway or when turning around turn the tiller handles where you want to go and apply power gently The scooter will turn very tightly but will still move with complete stability as long as the speed is not too high Reversing Before reversing ensure that the area behind is free from any hazards or obstructions Adjust your spee
5. arging may take up to 12 hours Charging the batteries completely prior to first time use will benefit battery efficiency Failure to do so may cause damage Charging To charge the batteries connect the 3 pin male plug lead into the 3 pin female battery charging socket located on the rear chassis cover Plug the A C cord plug into the wall socket and the other end into the charger 2 pin Please refer to the LED indicator description based on charging status of the chargers manual Once the batteries are completely charged unplug the A C cord from the wall then unplug the 3 pin lead from the rear chassis cover WARNING Only use the original Shoprider approved charger This charger is for indoor use only DO NOT expose it to rain or water spray Do not leave the charger plugged into the charger port if the charger is not charging Always ensure the scooter amp charger are switched off prior to charging damage to the scooter could occur otherwise MAINTENANCE Servicing Ensure the scooter is serviced every 12 months to ensure it remains in safe working order failure to do so may cause catastrophic failure with possible injury and damage to surrounding property Regular servicing will ensure trouble free operation Please Note Heavy users of the scooter may require more frequent servicing Tyres Since your tyres are flat free tyres there is no need to ever worry about tyre air pressure General Maintenance and Lubrication Inspectio
6. ase read this manual carefully and thoroughly before using your scooter and make sure you understand all the instructions FEATURE GUIDE 1 Tiller Handle Bar 2 Tire 3 Footplate 4 Seat 5 Rear Pull Wheel SAFETY ADVICE Do not carry passengers This mobility Product is intended to assist you For your own safety please read the Owner s Manual before using the Scooter If in any doubt contact your supplier directly for advice Do not exceed inclines over 6 degrees 10 grade Driver weight may exceed weight of the unit speed must be reduced when turning Do not get on or off the scooter unless the brake is on and the scooter is switched off Do not switch off the scooter while the scooter is moving Do not drive the scooter where you can not safely or legally walk Do not attempt to drive over curbs greater than 15mm in height Doing so could cause your scooter to turn over causing personal injury or damage to the scooter For curbs less than 15mm always approach them at an angle of 90 degrees and at a low speed Do not drink or use a mobile phone when driving your scooter Do not exceed the suggested user weight limit to use the product Doing so could cause personal injury and invalidate the warranty Always keep your feet on the scooter when moving Please make sure that you are physically fit to operate this unit Consult your dealer doctor for advice Always slow down and proceed carefull
7. cooter indicate the safe working angles for the user and equipment Any scooter used outside these parameters may be unsafe and or cause future problems with the electrical systems BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGER The Shoprider scooter is supplied with maintenance free sealed lead acid batteries Battery performance can be affected by temperature terrain condition of battery type of battery charger the weight of the user wind speed etc The battery level indicator is only a guide and is most effective when the scooter is moving only then is the true discharge level displayed When the scooter stops the battery level indicator may indicate full An active user can use up to 3096 of battery capacity or more per day Inactive users may only use 50 of battery capacity in a week In both these instances the battery should be put on charge over night Battery Charger The battery charger supplied is special to your scooter and may not be suitable for any other power mobility product Use only the charger supplied with your scooter other marks of chargers may permanently damage your scooter batteries and would void the warranty the information of battery charger and its operation instruction shall be referred to the user manual attached with the charger in its packaging paper box First Time Use Prior to using your Portable scooter for the first time you must charge the batteries fully refer to Battery Charging Procedures Ch
8. d setting to a low setting before you reverse Pull press the left thumb finger lever and steer wide of all corners and obstacles Dismounting Before dismounting ensure that the switch is turned to the off position CAUTION Please ensure that care is exercised when entering or leaving the scooter and that the tiller and foot rest is not used for support EXTRA GUIDELINES IN THE CONTROL OF YOUR SCOOTER Ramps The stability of your scooter is governed by several factors such as the seating position the angle of the slope and your height and weight When approaching an incline do so directly and not at an angle and whenever possible avoid making turns When going down a ramp or slope keep the speed settings to slow This will ensure there is a safe controlled descent When the finger levers are released the scooter will slowly stop Safe Climbing Angle Always follow the guidelines of the safe climbing angle shown as shown in figure 5 Caution Do not turn off the control power switch while the unit is in motion Grass and Gravel Please follow the guidelines given previously and your scooter will perform admirably over many surfaces Avoid long grass loose gravel and sand NOTE You should not operate your scooter in wet weather or on wet surfaces This may cause the motor to sort out kg bs 165 7 ES 6 10 75 b ae 1 0 0 90 200 Single Occupant Fig 5 Angles and weights shown here for this s
9. e speed must be reduced when turning 3 The actual driving range varies with the factors shown below the weight of occupant C battery conditions type of charger ambient temperature the way of driving terrain the wind speed i etc x 0 SS f g h Disclaimer Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider Scooter This Scooter is not intended to be used by individuals with physical limitations that could prevent the user from operating the Scooter safely Shoprider disclaims all responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of its products The preceding guidance is intended to assist you in the safe operation of this Scooter If you should have any questions about the correct operation of the Scooter please contact your authorised Shoprider provider Please complete the following information below for future reference Shoprider Selling Dealer Scooter Model Number Scooter Serial Number Date of Purchase ATTENTION This owner s manual is printed based on the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication SHOPRIDER reserves the right to make changes as they become necessary Any changes to the SHOPRIDER range may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the scooter model that was purchased Where possible a newer version of this manua
10. ed as part of this agreement Structural Frame 3 Years Shoprider Australia warrants that the frame will be free from defects under normal use for a period of three 3 years from the date of purchase by the original customer Shoprider Australia will repair or replace at our option free of charge any part found on examination by Shoprider Australia to be defective in material and or workmanship within the warranty period All parts claimed under warrant must be returned to Shoprider Australia in their present condition Only an authorised Warranty Dealer of Shoprider Australia can undertake warranty work Always contact the selling Shoprider amp dealer to arrange all work and assess if warranty applies Drive Train Assembly 18 months Shoprider Australia warrants that the drive train Assembly will be free from defects under normal use for a period of eighteen 18 months from the date of purchase by the original customer Shoprider Australia will repair or replace at our option free of charge any part found on examination by Shoprider Australia to be defective in material and or workmanship within the warranty period All parts claimed under warrant must be returned to Shoprider Australia in their present condition Only an authorised Warranty Dealer of Shoprider Australia can undertake warranty work Always contact the selling Shoprider dealer to arrange all work and assess if warranty applies Drive Train Components incl
11. ed with the latest in electronic controls that are programmed to protect the electrical system from abnormal overloads Fitted for extra protection is a circuit breaker should there be a situation that your scooter stops for no apparent reason please check that the circuit breaker has not popped out The circuit breaker can be found under the rear chassis cover accessible through a port hole under the seat Circuit Breaker Check List If your scooter fails to operate please check the following Unit is switched on All plugs and connectors are firmly fixed Battery level shows full charge Drive Freewheel device is in the drive position If the free wheel device has been operated with the scooter left switched on then the scooter will not operate until the ignition switch has been switched off and then on again Please consult your dealer if your scooter does not run after checking these points Please consult your selling Shoprider provider if your scooter does not run after checking these points Warranty Terms amp Conditions The Warranty Terms and Conditions noted below provide your Shoprider scooter with excellent coverage against possible defective parts or possible faulty workmanship If at anytime you have a warranty issue YOU MUST contact the selling Shoprider amp dealer as they are required to undertake the diagnosis and labour content of the warranty Shoprider will as noted below supply spare parts as requir
12. ees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement part for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonable foreseeable loss or damage You are entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and failure does not amount to a major failure NOTE In the event of a warranty issue Always contact your selling Shoprider amp dealer who will arrange any work and return any faulty parts Parts will be assessed and replaced within 3 5 working days A BEEN Emm mw um mw mm Am wA msg um mw Am ED Tt UND mm EEE 5 wu a QP EE OEE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model GETABOUT FS777 Overall Dimensions L x W x H mm 1010 x 445 x 890 Dimensions Lx W x H Folded mm 470 x 445 x 755 Front Tyre Diameter Front 2 x 6 Rear Tyre Diameter Rear 2 x 8 Suggested User Weight Level Road i Kg i Total Weight w Batteries Seat Kg 27 0 Battery Capacity _V_Ah x Pcs 12V 10Ah 2 Charger Amp 2A Max Speed Kph 6 Safe Climbing Angle Degrees 90 Fig 5 Range Per charge w standard batis Km 14 16 Turning Radius mm 915 ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE 1 To include the rear pull wheel 2 Driver weight may exceed weight of the unit although th
13. engage the motor push down on the lever Free Wheel Release Lever Fig 2 WARNING Always re engage the free wheeling device after use Failure to do so may result in injury WARNING THERE IS NO BRAKING ON THIS SCOOTER WHEN IT IS IN FREE WHEELMODE The original manufacturer and the importer of the scooter is not responsible for damage or injury incurred due to improper or misuse of the scooter 1 Grab handlebar with right hand and pull the red lever to release fix gear Grab seat base with left hand In the same time use right thumb to push the yellow 2 Fold down tiller and rest it into seat back hook Please make sure lever forward and press down the seat post by right palm to fold down the seat fix gear fitted properly 3 Please make sure to your right hand get off from seat post when seat reclines 2 3 Please stand in scooter sideway and keep your legs off the chassis Pull the knob by left hand and push seat forward to fold down seat Grab the handle and put forth your strength to pull it upward to fold the Please leave the knob when push seat forward front and rear chassis After you hear a click you are ready to pull or store Please stand in scooter sideway and keep your legs off the chassis Pull red lever to release fix gear and pull up the tiller by 1 Pull Pin with left index finger and hold handle with right hand to unfold scooter handle to the desired tiller angle Make sure fix gear fitted 2
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15. may Do not operate the unit in the way of exceeding to product s specification listed in this owner s manual Doing so may Void your warranty Do not use the thumb finger lever before the switch is turned on or the operation will be prohibited until to turn switch off and then on Always use low speed on downhill Ensure the scooter is serviced every 12 months to ensure it remains in safe working order failure to do so may cause catastrophic failure with possible injury and damage to the surrounding property EMI Warning Shoprider scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference EMI which is a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy EM emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radio and cellular phones The interference from radio wave sources can cause the scooter to release its brakes move by itself or move in unintended directions It can also permanently damage scooter s control system The sources of radiated EMI can be broaaly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmitters receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples include citizens band CB radios walkie talkie security fire and police transceivers cellular telephones and other personal communication devices NOTE Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are ON eve
16. mmunication devices such as cellular phones while the scooter is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the scooter OFF as soon as it is safe 4 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the scooter may make it more susceptible to EMI NOTE There is no easy way to evaluate the overall immunity of the scooter 5 Report all incidents of unintended movement or braking to your Shoprider dealer and note whether there are sources of EMI nearby WARNING The original manufacturer and the importer of the scooter is not responsible for damage or injury incurred due to improper and unsafe use of our scooter ADJUSTMENTS Tiller Angle Adjustment Fig 1 The tiller of your scooter is uniquely designed to allow you to position it to a comfortable driving position To decide which position best fits your needs carefully push the red lever that is located on the right side of tiller 4 m and gently lower or raise the tiller Once you are satisfied with the position of the tiller simply release the red lever j and the tiller will automatically lock for your safety Free Wheel Operation Fig 2 The free wheel release lever yellow handle is located inside the right rear wheel To disengage the motor lift up the lever the scooter can now be pushed To re
17. n for loose wheel bolts seat and arm tightening bolts and other nuts and bolts is recommended on a regular basis Most lubricated components on the FREEDOM Portable scooter are designed to be maintenance free and are sealed Therefore lubrication is not required for these components However the driving axles and seat post should always have a very light coat of multipurpose grease DO NOT USE TOO MUCH GREASE Drips may stain or damage carpets furnishings etc It is recommended that the driving axles inside the drive wheel assembly be checked and cleaned occasionally for hair and debris build up which will hinder the performance of the unit Check the batteries on a regular basis For extended battery life it is highly recommended that the batteries be fully charged after each use If the batteries are weak severely discharged or old a variety of problems may occur with the unit including charging problems reduced speed loss of range and others Please contact your local provider for battery replacement Cleaning Your scooter should be cleaned as required however as with all electrical equipment you must ensure that extreme care is used to not water damage e any sensitive parts Read the following warnings Only use a soft damp cloth Never use a hose to wash your scooter Do Not use abrasive cleaning products Mild detergents only should be used 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Circuit Breaker Your scooter is fitt
18. n when not being used 2 Medium range mobile transceivers such as those used in police cars fire trucks ambulances and taxis These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle 3 Long range transmitters and transceivers such as commercial broadcast transmitters radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur HAM radios NOTE Other types of hand held devices such as cordless phones laptop computers AM FM radios TV sets CD players and cassette players and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers so far as we know are not likely to cause problems to the scooter Scooter Electromagnetic Interference EMI Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna source the EM fields from hand held radio sources transceivers are of special concern It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the scooter s control system while using these devices This can affect scooter movement and braking Therefore the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the scooter mm gt m Am wA msg um mw Am m EV UND GN EEE 5 sd WARNINGS 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal co
19. ude Transaxle Motor and Magnetic Brake only Warranty Terms amp Conditions continued Other Parts 12 months Shoprider Australia warrants that the other parts will be free from defects under normal use for a period of eighteen 12 months from the date of purchase by the original customer All parts claimed under warrant must be returned to Shoprider Australia in their present condition Only an authorised Warranty Dealer of Shoprider Australia can undertake warranty work Always contact the selling Shoprider dealer to arrange all work and assess if warranty applies Exclusions 1 All transportation cost associated with the submission and return of the repair or replacement under warranty as determined by Shoprider Australia are the responsibility of the original customer 2 Normal wear items are not covered under warranty These items include such items as brushes tyres tubes brake pads upholstery seating and armrests 3 Damage caused by Excessive abusive misuse negligence accident or water Improper maintenance maintenance carried out by a non approved Warranty Dealer Improper operation amp storage Any commercial use what so ever 4 Where an authorised dealer has not lodged all required documentation at the appropriate time the warranty is Void 5 All warranties provided do not extend to purchasers of used or secondhand equipment Warranty s are not transferable Please Note Our goods come with guarant
20. y when travelling over rough or uneven ground For individuals with balance problems practice getting on the scooter with the assistance of a qualified healthcare professional Do not operate the scooter without anti tip wheels installed Do not use an escalator to move a scooter between floors or serious injury could occur Do not drive the scooter on an incline that has oil water or ice film on it Do not try to lift the scooter by its seat tiller rear chassis cover or any removable parts Any of these could cause injury to the user or damage to the scooter Do not use parts or accessories that are not authorised by the original manufacturer of the Scooter Before sitting in or exiting the scooter turn scooter switch to off position This will insure the POWER is off and the scooter can not move under its own power As a general precaution always turn scooter off while the scooter is not in use This will prevent the use by untrained and unauthorised persons HS Emm mw um m mm wA msg m Am up Tt UND BF ED EEE 5 a QP AD Azz Do not connect any foreign device to the scooter battery or charging port This could cause failure of the device the scooter and personal injury Make sure the tiller is properly adjusted and locked to the user or damage and injury could result
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