XMB-400 Owner`s Manual
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3. AND ALCOHOL You must exercise care and common sense when operating this scooter This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of drugs or alcohol If you have consumed any drugs or alcohol that affect either your sense or reactive ability never operate your scooter WARNING If you take medicine with side effects for an extended period of time please obey the instructions from your doctor It is suggested for these users to consult your doctor before operating your scooter as some medicines will affect your sense or reactive ability bringing a hidden peril in operating your scooter 31 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE i EMI RFI WARNINGS Radio wave a form of electromagnetic energy can cause unintended motion of electric mobility scooters When electromagnetic energy adversely affects the operation of an electrical device that adverse effect is called Electromagnetic Interference EMI or Radio Frequency Interference RFI WHERE DO RADIO WAVES COME FROM Radio waves are emitted from the antennas of cellular phone mobile two way radios such as walkie talkies radio stations TV stations amateur radio transmitters wireless computer links microwave sources and paging transmitters Electromagnetic energy is more intense closer to the transmitting antennas The greater the transmission strength is the greater the concern to electric mobility vehicle users HOW CAN I EXPECT MY SCOOTER TO MOVE IF EMI AF
4. o Don t carry packages or passengers that will interfere with your visibility or control of the bike o Don t use items that may restrict your hearing o Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other riders vehicles and objects Safe braking distance and forces are subject to the prevailing weather and road conditions Wet Weather Riding Wet weather impairs traction braking and visibility both for the rider and for other vehicles sharing the road The risk of accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions In wet weather you need to take extra care In wet conditions the stopping power of your brakes as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing the road is dramatically reduced This makes it harder to control speed and easier to lose control To make sure that you can slow down and stop safely in wet conditions apply your brakes earlier and more gradually than you would under normal dry conditions Decrease your riding speed avoid sudden braking and take corners with additional caution Keep in mind that there is a direct but inverse relationship between speed and controllability Be more visible on the road Wear reflective clothing and use safety lights Potholes and slippery surfaces such as lane markings and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet Night Riding A rider is very difficult for motorists to see at dusk at night or at other times of poor visibility If you must ride under these condi
5. downward position i e in power mode to guarantee the braking system is working normally Failure to do so may cause the brake system to malfunction and cause personal injury 3 PIN CHARGER POWER RECEPTACLE See Fig 3 page 13 This receptacle is used to connect to the charger When the batteries need to be charged plug your charger into this receptacle electronics O WARNING A wrong connection may cause damages to the charger connectors and 21 BATTERY amp CHARGING lI Your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter uses two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries These batteries are sealed and maintenance free Since they are sealed there is no need to check the electrolyte fluid level Deep cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries they are not interchangeable Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long deep discharge and also are unsafe for use on your scooter WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories container lead and lead compounds Wash your hands after handling CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES The battery charger is essential in providing long time use of your batteries This charger will charge your scooter s batteries safely quickly and easily WARINING You must charge your scooter s battery with the supplied battery charger or one sold as replacement by distributor Do not use an automotive type batte
6. dry place Exposing your XMB 400 to rain snow or other precipitation may result in damage 10 INTRODUCTION ec e Welcome to X Treme Scooters The XMB 400 Mobility Scooter is the most advanced state of the art components with modern attractive styling We are certain that the best performances safety and comfort and trouble free operation of your scooter will add convenience to your daily living Many important safety operation and maintenance instructions are included in this Owner s Manual We urge you to read the entire manual carefully and seriously before you attempt to operate your scooter for the first time These instructions were compiled for your benefit Your understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new scooter X Treme Scooters is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person and or user to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other demands contained on the scooter itself lf you experience any problems with your scooter that you are not able to solve or if you do not feel capable of safely following any of the instructions and or recommendations contained in this manual please contact one of our authorized dealers or contact us directly for assistance Once you understand how to operate and take care of your scooter we are sure that it will give you years of trouble free se
7. off your scooter with water Do not place the battery near fire or heat To avoid damage to the battery do not use the charger if it has been damaged in any way Keep hands face feet and hair away from all moving parts Do not touch the motor or wheels while they are rotating Brakes are designed to control speed as well as stop the scooter Practice braking for proper slowing down and smooth stops Maintain your scooter as recommended in this Product Handbook Use only quality replacement parts as recommended by the manufacturer Inspect the entire scooter prior to each use Replace any part that is cracked chipped or damaged before use NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE SCOOTER WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE SCOOTER WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL If a situation arises that is not covered in the manual proceed with caution and use good judgment DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Do not use this vehicle for the first time until you have inflated the tires to the correct PSI and completely charged the battery Failure to follow these instructions may damage your vehicle and void your warranty For technical support CALL OR GO ONLINE 1 253 777 0690 www x tremescooters com support TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Battery Maintenance amp Charging InstructiONS o oococccccccccconccccnnncnnoos 2 Imponan ARIAS Sde ceeds A ER oes N 3 Quick Reference Safety Guide
8. scooter on public streets and roadways Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules Wait until your path is clear of traffic and then proceed with extreme caution IN OR OUT DOORS e Determine in advance if the door opens toward or away from you e Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push bar e Drive your scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open Or drive your scooter gently or slowly backward and pull the door open 29 UP OR DOWN STAIRS AND ESCALATORS Your scooter is not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators Always use an elevator Cause personal injury to yourself and others and damage your scooter O WARNING Never use your scooter to negotiate steps or escalators You may IN OR OUT ELEVATORS Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that when you push it reopens the elevator door If you are in the doorway of the elevator when the door begins to close push the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to make contact with the scooter and the door will reopen Take care that pocketbooks packages or scooter accessories do not become caught in the elevator doors ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERANCE Radio waves from mobile phones radio receivers or other transmitters such as radio and TV stations could affect your scooter s use if your scooter is in the range of their influence See ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERANCE SCOOTER TRANSPORT Although you scooter may be equipped wi
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10. the electrode terminal on the battery with that in the trough See Fig 6 ASSEMBLING THE SEAT UNIT i 2 Place the seat onto the seat support See Fig 7 Pull out the seat lock lever and adjust the position as you like The seat will be locked automatically Insert the left and right armrests into the square tube one at a time Adjust armrests positions as you like and tighten the lock nuts ASSEMBLING THE CARRIER BASKET 1 3 Take off the 2 screws located on the front of the tiller See Fig 8 Assemble the mounting bracket for the basket on the front of the tiller Insert the basket into the mounting bracket NOTE The carrier basket is an optional part sold separately CAUTION Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Please always keep the electrode clean before installation If not it will influence the affect of contact between the battery pack and electrode terminal Wrong connection of the battery will cause the scooter to malfunction ETS i gt Figure 9 Seat Unit a For convenience to transport and store your bueno E S GAS XMB 400 Mobility Scooter is designed to be disassembled and assembled easily without any special tools You can easily disassemble the scooter into four pieces the front section the rear section the seat unit and the batteries See Fig 9 DISSASSEMBLY 1 Make sure the power is shut off 2 Pull the lock lever under the seat base to unlock the seat 3
11. Battery amp Charging page 22 LOAD PROTECTOR See Fig 3 page 13 The load protector is a safety device in which when an overload occurs the protector automatically activates to protect the motor and other electric devices When the protector is activated your scooter must power down immediately You will need to wait a moment before you can press the button on the load protector to resume You will find this button under the cover at the rear section of the scooter After you have pressed the button you can power up the scooter and resume normal driving MANUAL FREE WHEEL MODE LEVER Figure 15 There is a free wheel mode lever at the lower right side of the seat base See Fig 15 Whenever you do not want to move your scooter by motor power you can put it into free wheel mode Pull forward on the manual free wheel mode lever to disable the drive motor and change to free wheel mode Push backward on the lever to re engage the drive motor and take your scooter out of free wheel motor CAUTION When scooter is in free wheel mode the brake system is disabled CAUTION Never use your scooter in free wheel mode without your attendant CAUTION Never sit on your scooter when it is in free wheel mode CAUTION Never put your scooter in free wheel mode on any incline Failure to follow any of these instructions may cause personal injury 20 WARNING When your scooter is in powered mode the manual free wheel mode lever must be in
12. FECTS IT Unfortunately it is very difficult to predict the effects The effects of the EMI on a scooter depend on a number of factors including e The strength of the radio waves e The construction of your scooter e The location whether it is on level ground or on an incline and direction of your scooter e Whether or not your scooter is in motion lf unexpected incidents occur as described below you should consider whether or not there is a radio wave source nearby e Your scooter may come to a sudden stop in an uncontrolled manner e Your scooter may come to a sudden move in an uncontrolled manner e The brakes of your scooter may be released suddenly in an uncontrolled manner e The electric components of the control system may be damaged for no reason at all EMI RFI may be difficult to recognize because the signals from radio sources are invisible and may be intermittent ARE ALL ELECTRIC MOBILITY VEHICLES SUSCEPTIBLE TO EMI Each make and model of electric mobility vehicle differs in its ability to resist EMI Each mobility vehicle has a particular level of resistance to EMI This resistance is measured in volts per meter V m A higher resistance level offers greater protection against EMI IN other words an electric mobility vehicle with a high resistance level is less likely to be 32 affected by a strong radio source than is an electric mobility vehicle with a low resistance level is less likely to be affected by a stron
13. GE FOR ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THE USE OF THIS CYCLE TO DETERMINE IF COVERAGE IS PROVIDED YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY OR AGENT Safety Basics Do s and Don ts The Do s O O Always conduct a Safety Check before you ride your XMB 400 Be thoroughly familiar with the controls of your XMB 400 Always wear an approved helmet when riding your XMB 400 Follow the helmet manufacturer s instructions for fit use and care of your helmet Always keep body parts and other objects away from the spinning wheels of your XMB 400 Always wear shoes that will stay on your feet and will stay on the floorboard Wear bright visible clothing that is not so loose that it can catch on moving parts of the XMB 400 or objects at the side of the road or trail Think about your speed and keep your speed consistent with safe operating conditions The Don ts O Never ride with headphones They mask traffic sounds distract you from concentrating on your Surroundings and their wires can tangle in the moving parts of the XMB 400 causing you to lose control Never carry a passenger The maximum carrying capacity is 240 lbs Never ride barefoot or wearing sandals Don t jump with your XMB 400 It puts great stress on everything from frame and forks to drive train Riders who jumping their XMB 400 risk serious damage to their XMB 400 and will void their warranty Never carry anything which obstructs your vision or your complete control
14. Lift the battery case up See Fig 6 page 17 4 Loosen the nuts on the plug of the front amp rear power connector then remove it see Fig 10 5 Pull the nylon rope on the lock hook and move forward to take it off See Fig 11 6 Lift the front amp rear section through the middle and pull away from the lock hook on the body See Fig 12 7 Loosen the knob on the end of the tiller and then fold the tiller See Fig 4 page 15 Figure 10 17 Before operating your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter you may find you need to make some adjustments to increase your comfort while riding such as seat height armrest width and tiller angle SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ls 22 91 1 O SEAT ROTATION 1 2 ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT 1 2 3 4 TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 1 2 3 Pull back the seat lock lever under the right side of the seat to unlock the seat Lift the seat up and off the scooter See Fig 7 page 16 Grab hold of the pin loop and pull out the pin See Fig 5 page 15 Slide the seat post up or down to change the seat height to your desired height Reinsert the pin Figure 13 Reinstall the seat Pull up on the seat lock lever to unlock the seat Rotate the seat to the desired position See Fig 13 Release the seat lock lever and it will relock the seat automatically Find the screws on the armrest adjustment rack See Fig 14 Loosen the screw Move the armrests inward or outwa
15. Protector Figure 3 SEAT UNIT J Seat Base K Seatback Rest L Arm Rests M Seat Lock Lever 13 Forward Speed 3 7 MPH Distance per Charge 10 5 Miles easing ENO Braking System Brake coreg e O and Footplate 3 5 Inches standard light backrest with folding sponge seat Unit seat Drive System single Motor Drive 2 12 Volt 12 Ah Sealed Lead Acid Batteries Batteries Main Frame 53 lbs Component Weights Seat Unit 22 lbs Batteries 20 lbs 14 ASSEMBLY For convenience of transportation and reduction of possible damage the batteries and seat unit are packaged separately You will need to assemble these onto the main frame of your scooter Inside the package you will find the following 1 Your X Treme XMB 400 Mobility Scooter seat Unit Batteries Tool Kit 24 Volt Battery Charger User Manual Da pi WS GETTING STARTED Open the packing box of your new XMB 400 Mobility Scooter and take off all the protective lining Remove the scooter from the carton ADJUSTING THE TILLER 1 Loosen the lock nut See Fig 4 2 Liftthe tiller up until at the proper angel for yourself 3 Tighten the lock nut to secure the tiller Figure 4 Figure 5 ASSEMBLING THE SEAT SUPPORT 1 Insert the seat support post into the seat tube located on the rear section See Fig 5 2 Align the bolt hole 3 Insert the bolt into the hole 15 ASSEMBLING THE BATTERY UNIT Place the battery in the trough Align
16. atures Otherwise the frame connections and electronics may rust and damage During its storing disconnect the batteries from the scooter CLEANING e Never use a water hose or place your scooter in direct contact with water e Your scooter has a painted ABS plastic body shroud that allows it to be easily wiped clean with a damp cloth 26 e Never use any chemicals to clean the seat as they may cause the seat to become Slippery or dry out and crack Clean with a damp cloth or neutral soapy water and dry the seat thoroughly 27 PRE RIDE SAFETY CHECK We recommend you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your scooter operates smoothly See CARE amp MAINTENACE e Check all electrical connections Make sure they are tight and not corroded e Check all connections to the battery box Make sure they are secured properly e Check the brakes e Check the battery charge WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your scooter is rated for a 165 Ib individual and is limited to a maximum weight of 265 Ibs INCLINE INFORMATION More And more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access Some ramps may have turning switchbacks 180 degree turns that require you to have good cornering skills on your scooter When climbing an incline try to keep your scooter moving If you must stop to start up again you should slowly accelerate cautiously When driving down and incline do so by sett
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18. e When the red light turns on this indicates the batteries have been nearly completely consumed and should be charged immediately e The body of your scooter was sprayed with a clear coat of sealant coating at the factory You can apply a light coat of car wax to help retain its high gloss appearance e All wheel bearings have been pre lubricated and sealed They require no additional lubrication SLEEP TIMER Always remember to shut off the power after each use to prolong battery life Your scooter has been designed with a special function for energy saving The scooter will shut off the power automatically if you do not operate it in 20 minutes In this case you will need to unplug the key and restart to continue use DAILY CHECKLIST e With the power off check the throttle control lever Make sure it returns to the primary position when you release it e Check the right left lock nut on the low end of the tiller Make sure it is fastened to the tiller WEEKLY CHECKLIST e Check all electrical connectors Make sure they are not loosened or corroded e Check the anti tip wheel Make sure it is not seriously worn If so you should change e Check the drive wheels for wear If significant wear contact an authorized dealer or X Treme Scooters for replacement e Keep your scooter clean and free of foreign material such as hair food drink dust and mud etc STORAGE Your scooter should be stored in a dry place free from extreme temper
19. form at 90 of their potential After four or five charging cycles the batteries will top off at 100 charge and last for an extended period FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQ Q How does the charger work A The battery charger takes the standard wall outlet voltage alternating current and converts it to 12VDC direct current This scooter s batteries use direct current to run the XMB 400 When the battery voltage is low the charger sends more current to the batteries so that the charger has a higher temperature this is normal When the batteries are fully charged the current sent to them from the charger is nearly zero Therefore when the charger is plugged in it does not overcharge the batteries When your scooter s charger will not operate after the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage call your authorized dealer or contact X Treme Scooters to purchase a replacement Q Can a different battery charger be used A You should use the battery charger supplied with your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter It is the safest most efficient tool to charge your batteries We do not recommend using other types of chargers such as automotive battery chargers and you will void your warranty Q How often must the batteries be charged A You can charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using your scooter This is for the benefit of prolonging the life of the batteries For infrequent use less than once a week you should charger t
20. g radio source than is an electric mobility vehicle with a low resistance level HOW TO PREVENT EMI Here are some precautions you can take to prevent EMI e Do not turn on or use hand held personal communication devices such as a CB radio and cellular phone while your scooter is turned on e Try not to operate your scooter too close to the transmitters such as radio or TV stations and hand held or mobile two way radios e Be aware that adding accessories and or components or modifying your scooter in any way may change its EMI resistance level and may make it more susceptible to interference from radio wave sources There is no simple way to evaluate the effect of such actions on resistance levels of a scooter If unintended motion or unintended brake release occurs turn off your scooter by removing the key as soon as possible 33 DO NOT RETURN TO STORE IF YOU NEED HELP CALL TOLL FREE OR GO ONLINE 1 253 777 0690 www x tremescooters com support For General Information or Parts Visit www x tremescooters com Revised 9 3 13
21. he batteries at least once a week for 10 12 hours Note Keep batteries in a dry climate and avoid deeply discharging our batteries Do not S charge the batteries for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle Q How can get maximum range per charge A Rarely do you have an ideal driving situation such as smooth flat hard terrain with no hills or curves More often you will encounter hills sidewalk cracks uneven and loosely packed surfaces and curves All these factors will affect the running distance or running time per battery charge Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per charge e Always charge the batteries fully prior to your trip e Plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines if possible e Limit baggage weight to essential items Q What type of batteries should use 23 A We recommend deep cycle batteries that are seal and maintenance free Both SLA Sealed Lead Acid and Gel Cell are deep cycle batteries that are similar in performance Your XMB 400 will arrive with 12V12Ah SLA batteries Q Why do my new batteries seem weak A Deep cycle batteries employ a much different chemical technology than that used in car batteries nickel cadmium or in other common battery types Deep cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power drain down their charge and then accept a relatively quick recharge AGM and Gel Cell batteries should be charged as often as possible They do not have a
22. ing the speed adjustment knob to the slowest position and setting the forward backward button to the forward direction If your scooter starts to move down the incline faster that you anticipated or desired allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the throttle control lever Then rotate down the speed adjustment knob and then push the throttle control lever down slightly to ensure a safety controlled descent WARNING When climbing an incline do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline Drive your scooter straight up the incline This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline WARNING Do Not drive up or down a potentially hazardous incline areas covered in snow ice cut grass or wet leaves WARNING Never drive down an incline backwards This could cause personal injury WARNING Any attempt to climb or descent a slope steeper than 8 degrees may cause your scooter to be unstable and cause it to tip resulting in personal injury and or damage to your scooter The maximum safe incline angle is 8 degrees for your scooter If a slope is less than this angle it is safe for your scooter to climb or descend 28 BRAKING INFORMATION Your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter comes equipped with two powerful brake systems e Electrical Brake System This system can gradually slow and stop your scooter when you loosen your pressure on the throttle control lever
23. llow your scooter to sit in a warm dry place to get unseen water to evaporate 3 Make sate checks of all operations before using your scooter 4 If any inconsistencies are found contact an authorized dealer or X Treme Scooters technical support TEMPERATURE some of the parts of the scooter are susceptible to extreme changes in temperature Always keep your scooter in proper range of temperature In extreme cold temperature the batteries may become frozen The specific temperature at which they are frozen depends on a number of factors such as battery charge usage and composition of the batteries Temperature above 45 C 113 F may cause your scooter to operate at a reduced speed This reduced speed is a safety feature built into the controls that help prevent damage to the motor and other electrical components GENERAL GUIDELINES e Avoid knocking or bumping the consoles e Avoid prolonged exposure of your scooter to extreme conditions such as heat cold or moisture e Keep the tiller console clean e Check all connectors to ensure that they are tight and secured properly e Check all electrical connectors including the charger s connectors Make sure they are all right and are not corroded Batteries must sit flat in the battery case 25 e The yellow light will turn on that indicates a half capacity of the batteries has been consumed and that they need to be charged soon You may still continue to use your scooter at this point
24. low the scooter until it stops completely WARNING If your scooter encounters unintended motion please release the throttle control lever immediately The scooter will automatically stop unless the lever is malfunctioning SPEED ADJUSTMENT KNOB See Fig 2 page 13 This knob allows you to preset and limit your scooter s top speed Maximum forward speed is 3 7 mph and maximum reverse speed is 2 2 mph CAUTION Before you are completely comfortable operating please preset the speed adjustment knob to the lowest position BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR See Fig 2 page 13 When your scooter is powered up this indicator shows the remaining capacity of the batteries by 3 color ranges on the panel red yellow and green 1 The panel hand will point to green range when the batteries are fully charged 19 2 If the hand is pointing to yellow range that indicates half capacity of the batteries remains and they will need to be charged 3 If the hand is pointing to red range that indicates the batteries are near the end of Capacity and need to be charged immediately HORN BUTTON See Fig 2 page 13 This button activates a warning horn HEAD LIGHT BUTTON See Fig 2 page 13 This button activates the head lights BATTERY CHARGER Open the cover on the battery case and you can use the battery charger to charge your batteries through a 3 Pin charger power receptacle in the middle of the scooter See Fig 3 page 13 and also
25. maintain battery vitality by charging the batteries at least once a week lf you do not plan on using your scooter for an extended period fully charge the batteries prior to storage Disconnect the battery harnesses and store the scooter in a warm dry environment Avoid temperature extremes such as freezing and excessively hot conditions and never attempt to charge a frozen battery A cold or frozen battery should be warmed for several days prior to recharging WARNING Do not attempt to charge a cold or frozen battery You should warm them up for several days prior to charging Failure to do so will damage battery and void warranty 24 A CARE amp MAINTENANCE al e For a safe and extended useful life your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter like any other motorized vehicle requires routine maintenance checks Preventative maintenance is very important You can perform some of these regular checks yourself If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled you can help ensure that your scooter gives you years of trouble free operation MOISTURE You should always avoid positioning your scooter in damp areas of any kind Direct exposure to water or dampness could cause your scooter to malfunction electronically and mechanically Water can cause electrical components to corrode and the scooter s frame to rust Should your scooter come in contact with water 1 Dry your scooter as thoroughly as possible with a towel 2 A
26. memory like nickel cadmium batteries We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide a battery that best suits your scooter s specific demands Fresh batteries are promptly shipped with a full charge During shipping the batteries encounter temperature extremes that may influence initial performance Heat robs the charge from the batteries and cold slows the power available and extends the time needed to recharge the batteries just as with a car battery It might take a few days for the temperature of the battery to stabilize and adjust to its new ambient temperature More importantly it will take a few recharging cycles a partial drain then a full recharge to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to the battery s peak performance and long life It will be important to take some time to break in your battery properly CAUTION The useful life of a battery is quite often a reflection of the care it receives Q How can ensure maximum battery life A A fully charged deep cycle battery will provide a reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your scooter batteries fully charged whenever possible Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable operation and limited battery life Q How should store my scooter and its batteries A lf you do not use your scooter regularly we recommend
27. n traffic on wet frozen oily or unpaved surfaces or under the influence of drugs and or alcohol Avoid uneven surfaces potholes surface cracks and obstacles DO NOT use a water hose to clean this product See Product Handbook for more information This product is recommended for riders 16 YEARS OF AGE and older SAFETY O Persons without excellent vision balance coordination reflex muscle and bone strength and good decision making capabilities should not use this product e Minors without adult supervision should not use this product e Persons unwilling or unable to take responsibility for their own actions should not use this product e The user of this product assumes ALL risks associated with its use To minimize these RISKS the user must wear safety helmet goggles gloves elbow and kneepads and appropriate footwear e This product is ELECTRIC DO NOT ride this product in wet conditions puddles or rainy weather QUICK REFERENCE SAFETY GUIDE SAFETY GUIDE The recommended minimum age for riding this scooter is 16 years old To avoid damage to the motor and footplate do not overload the scooter Never ride with more than one person Inspect your scooter thoroughly before each use for loose or missing parts Avoid unintentional starts by turning the scooter off while not in use To avoid the risk of a short circuit in the electrical parts do not use your Electric scooter in the rain and never spray or wash
28. of the XMB 400 or which could become entangled in the moving parts of the XMB 400 Never hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle Never ride your XMB 400 while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs lf possible avoid riding in bad weather when visibility is obscured at dusk or in the dark or when you are very tired Each of these conditions increases the risk of accident 8 o Never allow children to ride Never allow others to ride without reading and understanding these instructions Operating Reminders and Suggestions o Review all instructions carefully before riding the XMB 400 o Follow all rules and regulations in your area for operating a motorized scooter Obey the same road laws as all other road vehicles including yielding the right of way to pedestrians and stopping at red lights and stop signs o Ride predictably and in a straight line Never ride against traffic o Use the signal lights to indicate turning or stopping o Ride defensively To other road users you may be hard to see o Concentrate on the path ahead Avoid potholes gravel and dirt wet road oil curbs speed bumps drain grates and other obstacles o Be alert for unexpected events such as opening car doors or cars backing out of concealed driveways o Be extra careful at intersections and when preparing to pass other vehicles o Familiarize yourself with all the bike s features Practice signal lights braking and use of the horn
29. ooter is not in free wheel mode 3 Lift the armrests up to make getting onto and off the scooter easily 4 Make sure you are as close as possible to your scooter 5 Make sure the front wheel is directed forward and in the same direction as the rear wheels to ensure stability WARNING Position yourself as far back as possible in the scooter seat to prevent the scooter from flipping and causing injury WARNING Avoid using your armrests for weight bearing purposes Such use may cause your scooter to tip causing personal injury WARNING Avoid putting all your weight on the footplate Such use may cause your scooter to tip causing personal injury BALANCE Avoid reaching or bending while driving your scooter When reaching bending or leaning while seated on your scooter it is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the scooter from tipping WARNING Do not reach lean or bend for objects on the floor when seated on your scooter Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the scooter and cause your scooter to tip causing personal injury PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT WARNING Turn off the power if you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent throttle control lever contact and electromagnetic interference Failure to do so may result in personal injury LIMITATION TO MEDICINE S
30. rd to the desired positions Tighten the screw Loosen the lock nuts in the low end of the tiller See Fig 4 page 15 Move the tiller forward or backward to a comfortable position Tighten the lock nuts 18 OPERATION Rc f TILLER CONSOLE The tiller consoled houses all the controls needed to drive your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter including the key switch the speed adjustment knob throttle control lever battery condition indicator horn button and headlight button With all the controls on the console you can control various motions of your XMB 400 POWER SWITCH See Fig 2 page 13 1 Insert the key into the power opening 2 The indicator gauge will illuminate to indicate the power is on 3 Remove the key and the power is shut off WARNING Do not use the key switch to stop your scooter unless an urgent event has happened WARNING If your scooter has stopped for a long period power down to prevent unintended motion THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER See Fig 2 page 13 This lever allows you to control the forward speed and reverse speed of your scooter up to the maximum speed preset by the speed adjustment knob 1 Use your thumb to press the lever down to disengage the brake and start moving 2 The more you rotate the lever the faster your scooter will move 3 When you release the lever completely it will automatically return to the primary position which is the stop position This will engage your scooter s brake to s
31. rvice and enjoyment These icons shown below which appear in the entire manual are used for reminding you to pay special attention to them All of them are related with your safety so it is strongly recommended that you read carefully and understand them completely WARNING This icon indicates that serious personal injury could occur if the information in this manual is ignored CAUTION This icon indicates that the scooter may breakdown if the information in this manual is ignored 11 SPECIFICATIONS amp STRUCTURE Your XMB 400 Mobility Scooter mainly consists of four sections a front section a rear section a seat and a battery A tiller console handle bar and a footplate are located in the front section A driving motor a brake system and the control electronics are located on the rear section The seat unit contains a seatback and armrests etc See Figure 1 Seat Back ae Arm Rest a Console o E a Tiller Seat Lock Lever Rear Section Qe gt D a Lock Nut a P 33 N I r A x l i K y l e f Y e z F i is ps E A A a Sas Front Section Figure 1 12 TILLER CONSOLE Fig 2 C Key Switch Speed Adjustment Knob Battery Condition Indicator Horn Button Headlight Button Throttle Control Lever Tiller QOmnmmMmMova WwW gt D Figure 2 CHARGING AND CONTROL SYSTEM Fig 3 H 3 Pin Charger Power Receptacle Load
32. ry charger Position your scooter near a standard wall outlet Ensure the scooter power is off Open the cover to the battery case Plug the output connector of the charger into the 3 pin charger power receptacle Plug the input connecter of the charger into the wall outlet The red light on the charger will turn This indicates that the batteries are charging When charging is nearly finished the green light will turn on A ee a a It is recommended that you charger your battery for 10 12 hours When the batteries are fully charged unplug the charger from the wall outlet and then unplug the charger from the scooter WARINING The battery should be stored on a clean dry flat and nonconductive surface to prevent the battery from becoming a fire danger NEW BATTERY S USAGE For all new batteries there should be a period of break in for maximum efficiency You will need to fully recharge your batteries prior to initial use This brings the batteries up to about 90 of its peak performance level Now you can operate your scooter throughout the house or yard Move slowly at first and do not stray far from home until you become accustomed to your scooter and are able to control driving distance for the battery condition indicator 22 When your battery condition indicator is in the red range you will want to charge your batteries for another full charge of 10 12 hours and then operate your scooter The batteries will now per
33. th a positioning belt this is not designed to provide proper restraint during motor vehicle transport Anyone traveling in a motor vehicle should be properly secured in the motor vehicle seat with the safety belt fastened securely WARNING Do not sit on your scooter while it is in a moving vehicle Personal injury and property damage may be caused WARNING Always be sure your scooter and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported Failure to do so may cause personal injury and or damage to your scooter SEAT BELT You must buckle your seat belt when you are sitting in your scooter seat WARNING Ensure the seat belt is buckled safely Serious personal injury may result if you fall from your scooter IMCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS WARNING Do not expose your scooter to any type of moisture at any time rain snow mist or wash Such expose can damage your scooter Never operate your scooter if it has been exposed to moisture until it has dried thoroughly WARNING Do not operate your scooter in ice or slippery conditions or on salted surfaces Failure to do so may cause you injury and affect the performance of your scooter 30 GETTING ONTO OR OFF YOUR SCOOTER Getting onto or off your scooter requires a good sense of balance Please use the following safety tips and the help of your attendant to avoid personal injury 1 Ensure that the power is turned OFF See OPERATION 2 Ensure that your sc
34. tions check and be sure you comply with all local laws about night riding follow the Rules of the Road and take the following precautions Make sure that your XMB 400 is equipped with correctly positioned and securely mounted reflectors Make sure your clothing or cargo does not obstruct a reflector or light Ensure that the front lights are on Wear light colored reflective clothing and accessories any reflective device or light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching motorists pedestrians and other traffic Ride slowly Avoid hazards such as potholes and curbs Avoid areas of heavy traffic dark areas and roads with speed limit over 35 mph If possible ride on routes already familiar to you Ride at night only if necessary Slow down and use familiar roads with street lighting if possible Other Reminders The XMB 400 works best on level ground Use caution while going down an incline such as a hill or aramp Hill climbing and repeated acceleration braking will exhaust the battery much more rapidly The XMB 400 has an electrical brake cutoff system When you engage either brake the throttle becomes inoperative Release the throttle before braking Do not ride the brakes The battery does NOT require deep discharging If your XMB 400 is put into storage re charge its battery at least once every 90 days Do not store your XMB 400 in direct sunlight for an extended time Store your XMB 400 in a
35. to let it return to the Original position when driving e Motor Brake System After the electric brake system slows your scooter to a near stop a damper in the motor brake system can automatically close to make your scooter stop completely WARNING When you scooter is traveling the free wheel lever should be at a downward position i e in powered mode If not the brake system will be out of order and a dangerous situation may occur OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surface composed of concrete blacktop or asphalt However your scooter can also be driven on substantial soil route But you should avoid driving on the following roads e A driving surface that you feel unsure about or soft payment e Tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear e Loosely packed gravel and sand beach FREE WHEEL MODE Your scooter is equipped with a manual free wheel mode lever that allows the scooter to be manually pushed by your attendant For more information see OPERATION STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEP CURBS ETC WARNING Do not attempt to negotiate a curb that has a height greater than 1 inch without an attendant WARNING Do not attempt to have your scooter proceed backward down any step curb or other obstacle This may cause your scooter to tip and cause personal injury STREETS AND ROADWAYS WARNING You Should not operate your
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