Model: S-889SL USER MANUAL
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1. Codiz Model S 889SL USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter CE Nov 2007 Contents Introduction Intended Use Feature Guide Safety Advice Adjustments e Tiller angle e Seat slide Seat swivel Seat height Armrest width Dis assembly Tiller Controls Freewheel Operation Starting to Drive e Getting Started Moving Off Steering Reversing Gradients and Kerbs Technical Specification Batteries and Battery Charger Maintenance Troubleshooting e Circuit Breaker e Fuses e Check List Further Information Warranty Page NN OO OF ON ON 8 amp 9 10 10 10 10 10 amp 11 11 12 13 amp 14 14 14 15 15 gt Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the RMA Cadiz scooter This scooter incorporates comfort and style with the latest in technology The large tyres powerful motor and full suspension ensure a comfortable ride It is also complemented with a full light set that includes front and rear lights indicators and hazard warning lights enabling it to be used on public roads Intended Use The RMA Cadiz was carefully designed for persons with limited mobility It is for predominantly outdoor use by a single occupant up to a maximum weight of 160kg 25st The intended user should possess the necessary physical visual and cognitive skills to operate the scooter safely If you have any doubt please consult your dealer pre2. Reversing Before reversing ensure that the area behind the scooter is free from any hazards or obstructions Adjust the speed setting low before you reverse Press the left thumb lever and steer wide of all corners and obstacles Caution Do not reverse onto a main thoroughfare Take care objects in the rear view mirrors will appear to be further away from the back of the scooter than they actually are Gradients and Kerbs We recommend that wherever possible that a suitable access point suchas a drop kerb or ramp be used The necessity to climb a kerb directly should be as a last resort If negotiating a gradient or kerb up to 10cm always address the situation at an angle of 90 to ensure stability of the scooter Do not hit a kerb at speed drive slowly until you reach the kerb then apply more power to travel over the obstacle Do not turn sharply on any slope moving forwards or backwards Continued Right Caution Always ensure that the power is turned off when entering or dismounting the scooter Take plenty of time to become familiar with the way that the scooter behaves DO NOT drive on public roads until you have the confidence and ability to do so Technical Specification The Cadizis classified as Class 1 Medical Device 93 42 EEC Class 3 Invalid Carriage OverallSize Seat Dimensions 450mm 400mm 650 750mm Max Speed 12km h Backrest height to seat 360mm 8mph incl Headrest 540mm Heigh
3. mode to conserve power You will see one bar on the battery status indicator oscillate from side to side Simply switching the scooter off and back on will enable the scooter to operate as normal Constant Speed Use As the circuitry senses changes in power draw it is possible that on journeys where your speed is constant for an extended period of time that you will see the single bar oscillate even though the scooter is in motion This is due to the prolonged period of no change in power draw This is perfectly normal and by simply adjusting your speed for a moment will change the battery status indicator back to normal Gearbox Breather Cap The Cadiz has a breather cap fitted to the gearbox This is NOT a grease nipple and should never be used to attempt to lubricate the gearbox For shipping purposes the cap is closed Before the scooter is commissioned for use the cap should be opened Failure to do so could result in an excessive pressure build up within the gearbox and damage may occur to the motor Please see images below Closed for shipping Open for use Notes Notes Warranty Terms and Conditions This is to certify that your Roma Medical Shoprider product is warranted for a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase This warranty is not transferable Should a defect or operating fault arise within this period the Dealer from where the product was originally purchased should be notified immediately F
4. guidelines set out in this manual and in the Code of practice for Class 3 C vehicle users Disposal and the Environment Parts of this product are covered by the Waste Electronic and Electronic Equipment WEEE regulation It should not be discarded with normal household domestic waste but taken to your local collection centre for recycling For further information please contact your local authority or approved disposal agency Continued General Use Take heed of the information given in this manual regarding safety and the maintenance of your scooter If adhered to your scooter should give you years of reliable mobility The Cadiz is intended for general year round use However DO NOT use the scooter in electrical storms high winds if fitted with a canopy or downpours Care must also be taken during cold weather due to icy surfaces Storage and General Care We recommend that the scooter is always stored in a dry environment such as a garage or shed to protect the chassis and other components from corrosion or water damage Do not leave the scooter outside during rainstorms If the scooter is wet wipe with a dry cloth to ensure there is no ingress of water into the internal components of the scooter If the scooter needs to be cleaned use a mild detergent and warm water with a damp sponge or cloth DO NOT throw water over the scooter Product Stability Scooters and powered wheelchairs are designed to allow the use
5. ailure to register the fault may invalidate the warranty Roma Medical warrants that if a fault occurs within this period due to faulty workmanship or materials that the product will be repaired or replaced at the Companys discretion free of charge Any unauthorised modifications will invalidate the warranty Parts which are subjected to normal wear and tear accidental damage neglect or misuse are excluded from this warranty Normal wear and tear includes tyres chassis covers bulbs seat coverings etc Component parts replaced outside this period carry a six month warranty Standard terms and conditions apply for this period Model Serial No Purchase Date Dealer Stamp Roma Medical Aids Ltds York Road Bridgend Industrial Estate Bridgend CF31 3TB Tel 01656 674488 Fax 01656 674499 Email sales romamedical co uk www romamedical co uk a Roma Medical reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice KB amp SXXXXX
6. d the 3 pin plug into the wall socket and switch on The battery charger has two lights A constant red light will show when the battery charger is connected this will flash if there is a break in the connection The orange light indicates that the batteries are receiving charge this will change to green when the charging cycle is complete Caution Always charge the batteries in a well ventilated indoor area You AN must still maintain charging the batteries even if the scooter is not to be used for a prolonged period of time 2 to 3 weeks Failure to do so could result in permanent damage and render the batteries unusable Wherever possible do not interrupt the charge cycle until the batteries are fully charged Continual interruption can permanently damage the batteries If the charging lead should become damaged discontinue use immediately and seek a replacement from your dealer Disposing and recycling of used batteries Batteries must always be recycled correctly Do not dispose of them with your domestic refuge For further information regarding your nearest recycling facility please contact your X K local authority Maintenance Cleaning the Scooter When cleaning the scooter please pay attention to the following points Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent DO NOT use any abrasive products DO NOT use a hose or pressure washing equipment AVOID water contact with any electrical components DO NOT put the sc
7. dicators simultaneously Lights This blue button operates the main front and rear lights Key Switch The key switch operates the main power for the scooter When turned clockwise the battery level indicator should light up indicating that the scooter is on There is a small delay before the thumb lever controls operate as the controller checks the main circuits Do not turn off the power whist moving this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly Horn This yellow button operates the scooter s horn The horn should only be used to warn others of your presence and not as any form of rebuke Thumb Lever Control The left thumb lever controls the reverse and the right thumb lever controls the forward motion of the scooter The further you push the lever the faster the scooter will travel Releasing the lever will slow the scooter to a safe stop and the electro magnetic brakes will apply automatically Charging Socket Please refer to page 12 Batteries and Battery Charger Indicator Switch This switch operates the indicator lights of the scooter Please use the indicators at all times when making manoeuvres on roads Freewheel Operation The drive dis engage lever for the gearbox is situated under the rear right of the scooter Ensure that the power is switched off In the event of power failure or the need to move the scooter without driving the gearbox can be disengaged by a pushing the red lever down this will then pu
8. e T loosening will reduce the angle Adjustment Screw a ffs Dae rj y TNS a Dis assembly The Cadiz scooter can be broken down into five components for transportation Front Chassis Rear Chassis Seat and Batteries x2 Care should be taken when dis assembling the scooter Components can be heavy so assistance should be sought when lifting Remove the seat and rear chassis cover as previously described Undo the battery connections and the large orange main loom plug Undo the velcro straps and remove the batteries Locate and remove the locking pin which is situated as shown in the image opposite Tiller Controls Indicator Switch Speed Control Finger Thumb Lever Speed Control This allows the user to set the maximum speed of the scooter between 1 minimum and 10 maximum Battery Level Indicator The number of LED bars lit gives an indication to the amount of charge remaining in the batteries The amount of charge will only show it s true level when the scooter is being driven Do not allow the LED bars to go out completely as complete discharge of the batteries could cause permanent damage to your scooter High Low Speed Switch This sets the maximum high speed for the scooter This MUST be set to low L when used in pedestrian areas The high H setting should only be selected when used on the road Hazard Warning Lights This red button operates all of the in
9. has been designed to provide the user with a long reliable life provided it is correctly maintained and regularly serviced by an authorised dealer However due to inevitable wear and tear and technological improvements it is recommended that the average usable life of this scooter is five years Note Should any parts need replacing during routine maintenance please consult your local Dealer for approved spare parts for your scooter Failure to do so may damage the scooter and void your warranty Troubleshooting Circuit Breaker Your scooter is fitted with the latest in electronic controls that are programmed to protect the electrical system from abnormal overloads Fitted for extra protection is a circuit breaker Should there be a situation where your scooter stops for no apparent reason please check that the circuit breaker has not tripped The circuit breaker is located is located through a hole in the shroud underneath the seat behind the seat post Press this button to reset the circuit breaker Note Should the circuit breaker continue to trip turn off the scooter immediately and consult your dealer Circuit Breaker Reset Fuses Inline 50 amp blade type fuses from the batteries protect any overload Note Should the fuses need replacing please contact your dealer to ensure the correct sizes are fitted Failure to do so could result in permanent damage to the scooter s electronics and possibly cause a fire hazard Failure
10. he required position Release the lever to lock it back in place Seat Swivel adjustment For easy transfers the seat can be swivelled to the side Lift the red lever 2 and carefully rotate the seat to get on or off Pulling up on this lever and the seat simultaneously will allow the seat to be removed Always ensure the seat is locked in the forward facing position when in use DO NOT attempt to drive when swivelled as this may result in injury Seat Height Adjustments First remove the seat by pulling up on the red lever and lifting the seat simultaneously The seat height may be adjusted by undoing the bolt 3 and removing the locking pin Adjust the seat adapter to the required height Re insert the locking pin fully and ensure the lock wire is in place Re tighten the bolt and replace the seat Continued Armrest Width Adjustment The armrest width can be adjusted by loosening the two handknobs at the rear base of the seat moving the armrest to the required width and re tightening the handknobs s Mandknobs lt DO NOT use the scooters with the armrest Te Rs removed The armrests should not be used i for full support when transferring from the scooter Swivel the seat and seek assistance whenever necessary z i ee Vig ee Armrest Angle Adjustment ite The angle of the armpad can be adjusted by te tightening or loosening the screw under the Pi g armpad Tightening will raise the angle and Att e
11. ht 2 Adjustable angle Delta type tiller control 3 Fully adjustable Captains seat 4 Width adjustable armrests 5 Rear lights with indicators 6 13 non marking wide profile pneumatic tyres 7 Full Suspension 8 Lower headlights 9 Front basket Safety Advice f DO DON Read this manual carefully before using your scooter Turn the power off when transferring to and from the scooter Select a slow speed when going down gradients or over uneven ground Keep your feet inside the scooter whilst driving Ensure the batteries are fully charged before your journey Avoid rough or soft terrain and long grass wherever possible Be aware of other road users and pedestrians If driving on the road you MUST adhere to the Highway Code Use lights whenever necessary Turn the power off when not in use Follow the maintenance guide to ensure safe operation of the scooter Always remove the keys if leaving the scooter unattended Unauthorised persons children may use the scooter resulting in injury OT Carry passengers Carry bags luggage or walking aids on or near the tiller control other than in the basket provided Exceed inclines over 8 14 Traverse inclines Attempt inclines if the surface is slippery Turn sharply at full speed Exit or enter the scooter unless the power is switched off Switch off the power whilst driving this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly and could damage the con
12. ooter through an automated car wash or similar Routine Maintenance A We recommend that the following checks be carried out on a periodical basis by a qualified person RMA Scooters Maintenance and Inspection Check Charge Batteries L Check removable parts are secure Check electrical connections are secure Check tyre pressures 30 psi rear 25 psi front C ubricate wheel castor bearings with a light oi omplete inspection by an authorised Dealer The transaxle gearbox is a sealed unit and does not need lubricating JIT ee rar Leej e e remy eL TT amaw Check tyre wear minimum 2mm tread depth 7 7 Wheels and Tyres The wheels of your scooter have split rims This allows any punctures to be repaired easily To change the wheels remove the centre bolt and slide the wheel off its axle Ensure that when refitting the wheel the retaining nut is fitted with a locking washer or the screw threads are treated with Loc tite or a similar thread locking compound When changing a tyre the inner tube must be deflated Remove the four bolts from the wheel and slit the rim Tyre pressure is recommended to be kept at 30psi on the rear and 25psi on the front tyres gt Note Regularly check and maintain these tyre pressures as low or uneven Jf tyre pressure can reduce the range of your scooter or cause the handling of your scooter to be affected Continued Product Life Expectancy Your scooter
13. r flexibility of movement in restricted areas Driving at maximum speed and attempting sharp turns can create a situation where the product becomes unstable Therefore it is essential that the user pay attention the guidance set out in this manual For maximum stability the speed setting should be set up to 50 of the maximum available halfway between the tortoise and the hare or just entering the red sector on the speed indicator depending on the model The main factors affecting stability are Maximum speed setting Seat height User movement User s manoeuvres Gradients or slopes Please keep your speed to a level where you can safely stop without having to make any erratic turns Do not load bags etc on the back of the seat as this will affect the centre of gravity and could increase instability Do not lean outside of the footprint of the product especially whilst moving Avoid making turns on gradients or slopes Transportation You may transport your scooter in many ways Wherever possible secure the scooter We do not recommend that scooters be transported on an open bottomed trailer Continued Sleep Mode Your scooter has a digital battery status indicator which displays the current charge status of the batteries in your scooter The circuitry also detects changes in power draw from the batteries If you scooter is left switched on without use for about five minutes the electronics will go into sleep
14. scriber Note Persons with lower body amputations should not use this device unless evaluated with artificial limbs fitted as stability may be compromised due to an irregular centre of gravity The RMA Cadizis a Class 3 invalid carriage and is not legally defined as a motor vehicle and therefore the user is not required to possess a driving license It is exempt from MOT certification It must however be registered with the DVLA and display a nil duty vehicle license tax disk A Class 3 invalid carriage can only be used by a person suffering from some physical defect or physical disability aged 14 or over or by an able bodied person who is demonstrating a vehicle before sale training a disabled user or taking the vehicle to or from a place for maintenance or repair A Class 3 invalid carriage can be used on public roads but not on motorways cycle lanes or bus lanes When used on pavements or in pedestrian areas the scooter MUST be switched to its lower speed limit see page 8 It is not recommended that the scooter is used on a dual carriageway but if it is necessary an amber coloured flashing beacon must be used to warn other road users of your presence It is important that the user reads and understands the safety advice given within this manual before attempting to operate the product to avoid possible injury to the user or bystanders and avoid damage to the scooter or surrounding property Feature Guide 1 Upper headlig
15. t Total 1620mm Battery charger off board 3 amp 160kg 25st Ground Clearance 135mm Safe Working Slope 8 degrees Range maximum 32km 20m Batteries 12v x 2 Std 34 36Ah Batteries 12v x 2 Upgrade 45Ah Passenger weight steep inclines ground conditions ambient temperature and battery condition can affect maximum range To underside of chassis Batteries and Battery Charger Batteries The Cadiz is supplied with two maintenance free sealed lead acid AGM batteries These are fitted under the seat on the scooter Battery performance can be affected by low temperatures rough terrain and the weight of the user Your battery gauge is a guide only on the level of charge remaining in the batteries An active user can use 30 of the battery capacity or more per day An inactive user may only use 50 of the battery capacity in a week Battery Charger Charge the batteries completely 8 12 hours prior to first use Batteries supplied with your scooter are specially designed for use on powerchairs and scooters and require an automatic battery charger These chargers have an electronic switch that terminates the charge when the batteries are full The battery charger is a 3 amp switch mode type off board The charger is able to read the level of charge in the batteries and will switch off when the batteries are fully charged To charge the batteries connect the plug lead into the charging socket page 8 on the tiller an
16. t the scooter in freewheel mode To re engage the gearbox pull the lever up fully and ensure that the transaxle is engaged before entering the scooter Caution NEVER leave the scooter unattended whilst in freewheel mode as it will roll away down an incline Freewheel mode should only be used in an emergency to move the scooter due to power failure NEVER move the scooter in this mode whilst it is occupied Starting to Drive Getting Started Select a level area with plenty of space Enter the scooter and adjust the tiller and seat as previously described to the desired driving position Moving Off Turn the key clockwise to turn on the power Ensure your batteries are fully charged Initially set the speed to 1 or 2 Press your right thumb lever the scooter should move forward slowly The harder you press the lever the faster the scooter will travel up to it s preset maximum speed Releasing the lever will bring the scooter to a safe stop and the electro magnetic brakes will be applied automatically Steering Steering the scooter is light and easy Ensure when starting off you give a wide clearance when turning so that the rear wheels can clear any obstacle that you are passing When steering through limited spaces such as doorways or when turning around turn the tiller handle in the direction you want to go and gently apply the power NEVER turn sharply when travelling at high speed as this may affect stability
17. to do this will void your warranty Continued Check List If you scooter fails to operate please check the following The unit is switched on All plugs and connectors are firmly fixed Battery level shows full charge Freewheeling device is in the drive position lever up Circuit breaker has not tripped Battery fuses have not blown Please consult your dealer if your scooter does not run after checking these points Further Information Safety Information Regarding Electromagnetic Interference EMI Scooters and powerchairs are designed to operate under certain conditions However radio waves or electromagnetic fields may affect the operation of the scooter The source of EMI could be radio or television transmitters or portable devices such as mobile phones portable CB radios etc Should any unintentional movement occur turn the scooter off as soon as safely possible Solar Energy During periods of sunny weather it is possible that surfaces of your scooter may reach high temperatures as with motor vehicles Please take precautions if leaving the scooter in direct sunlight for any period of time Seek shade or cover the seat and hand controls to keep any temperature increases to a minimum Health Factors Suitability for this product has been assessed on the user s current state of health It is essential that the user regularly monitor their ability to use the scooter safely Please read and adhere to the
18. trols Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk Attempt to climb kerbs over 10cm 4 high Use the scooter in high winds 38mph if fitted with a canopy Use the scooter if under the influence of alcohol or any medication Use a mobile phone whilst driving Attempt to negotiate steps or escalators Transport the scooter with the user onboard Attempt to tow any other devices Exceed the stated weight limit Connect any other devices to the batteries as this could cause permanent damage and void your warranty Use any other batteries charger other than those supplied by RMA Travel through water or over soft terrain mud sand etc Lift the scooter by the chassis covers or any plastic part Store the scooter outdoors uncovered for any period of time We recommend that the scooter is stored in a dry garage shed or porch to prevent the possibility of any moisture ingress Every care has been taken to ensure that your scooter will give you safe reliable service provided you adhere to the advice given above 5 Adjustments Tiller Angle Adjustment On the left side of the tiller base is a black hand knob Pull the knob outwards to release the pin and select the required angle Release the knob and ensure the pin is securely located in one of the five adjustment holes Seat Slide Adjustment Your Captain seat can move forward or backwards similar to a car seat Lift lever 1 up and slide the seat to t
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