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1. CHALLENGER XL ELECTRIC RECREATIONAL VEHICLE MODEL J95 Please read the manual completely before riding your scooter www ChallengerMobility com XL Table of Contents I Introduction 4 II Safety Notices 5 7 III Features 8 IV Scooter Initial Set Up 9 V Operating your Scooter 10 13 VI Batteries amp Charger 14 15 VII Care amp Maintenance 16 17 VIII Basic Troubleshooting 18 IX Technical Specifications 19 20 X Limited Warranty 21 22 XI Product Registration 23 CITI XL INTRODUCTION Thank you for investing in a Challenger XL recreational scooter This scooter is the latest innovation in electric mobility providing absolute safety for both its rider and the environment This scooter features a sleek design while maintaining safety standards that are required of any mobility product Its internal components have been designed to provide optimal performance while maintaining high efficiency The Challenger XL also includes multiple features that increase overall functionality yet simple to manage These include lights turn signals horn and easily accessible charging port and much more In order to get the most of your Challenger XL please read and follow all instructions warnings and notes in this owner s manual and all other accompanying literature before using it for the first time Improper use of the scooter could result in harm or tr2. Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages So the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you a XL Product Registration CHALLENGER XL RECREATIONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE MODEL J95 Scooter Serial Number Date Purchased Owner s Name Address Street City State ZIP Phone E mail Address Dealer s Name Dealer s Phone Comments Mailing address 8135 State Road 52 Hudson FL 34667 Fax Number 727 597 8454 Toll Free Number 1 888 364 3813 www challengermobility com a AXL 24 XL
3. for traffic while you are driving on the road for the first time 3 Be sure you are able to control and operate your scooter safely and confidently before changing to a higher speed Passenger Limitation Do not carry any passengers on your scooter including children Do not use this scooter to carry or transport goods Stay within the specified weight capacity of your scooter Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty Pre Ride Safety Check Please carry out daily inspections Refer to Section Care amp Maintenance for inspection procedures Always make sure your scooter s batteries are fully charged before operating Make sure the throttle lever is secure before turning on your scooter and check for proper tire inflation Wear approved Gear While wearing a helmet is not required it is still advised for safety precaution Always wear shoes when riding your scooter Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication device while driving Also do not charge a mobile phone or other electrical devices from your scooter Do not stretch your body out on the scooter Such action may cause you to lose your balance or be injured Also pay attention to loose clothing that could get tangled in the wheels AXL Do not use your scooter under any of these circumstances The road is bumpy narrow or snow covered The road is beside a canal or waterway without fencing or hedges Do not drive your scooter af
4. work Headlights and Taillights Do the taillights and headlights work properly Seat Is the seat on properly Can the seat slides smoothly Rearview Mirrors Are they tight Tires Are there any cracks or other damage to the tires Check the tread on the tires Other Is there any abnormal noise TIRES The condition of the tires depends on how you drive and use your scooter Please check the tread depth regularly When tread depth is below 0 5mm it can easily lead to slippage making braking distance longer Replace the tires when the tread depth is less than 0 5mm Regularly inspect your scooter s tires for signs of wear 16 CITI XL MAINTENANCE 1 You must maintain the scooter frequently if you drive on grass sand or gravel roads 2 Do not use water oil or other chemical solutions to clean your scooter Be sure NOT to spray the scooter with water to prevent damaging the electronic components and printed circuit board 3 Please take the scooter to authorized dealers for repairs and adjustments Improper adjustments could lead to accidents and scooter malfunction 4 Please use soft and dry clothes to keep your scooter tidy Please use moderate or mild detergent to clean the scooter WARNINGS e When conducting maintenance of your scooter please turn the key switch OFF and remove the charger cord e Do not splash water directly onto your scooter as thi
5. affic accidents The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities for any personal injury or property damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of this product This owner s manual includes operation instructions for every aspect of the scooter including assembly safety instructions as well as instructions for how to deal with possible accidents If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation please contact your authorized dealer By accepting delivery of this product you promise that you will not change alter or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Challenger Mobility to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product Please keep this owner s manual in a proper place or on the scooter If other people use the scooter please be sure to provide this copy NOTICE This owner s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary As designs change some illustrations and pictures in the manual may not correspond to the scooter that you purchased Any changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and exp
6. ble for the delivery to the authorized repair facility Satisfactory proof of purchase and the date of purchase are always required For warranty service please contact the dealer company from whom you purchased your scooter SHIPPING DOMESTIC All warranty items will be shipped via FedEx Ground Requested expedited shipping will be at the expense of the purchaser SHIPPING INTERNATIONAL Parts will be provided under warranty at no charge but shipping to any offshore and or international location will be the responsibility of the purchaser International and offshore end users must contact the dealer distributor directly to initiate the warranty process ONE YEAR WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS MOTOR In cases where there is an increase in the operational noise level the warranty does not apply An increase in operational noise level usually occurs due to abusive and excessive strain on the scooter The batteries are warranted for 6 months after the purchase of the Unit SERVICE Warranty service can be performed by an authorized service facility Do not return faulty parts without prior consent A request for a Return Authorization is required prior to returning items All transportation costs and shipping damage incurred while submitting units and or parts for repair or replacement are the responsibility of the original purchaser m EE XL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty is only given to the original purchaser of the Scooter T
7. e receptacle from the controller box 4 Join all cables with the same labeling except the wire for turning lights 5 Pull seat swivel lever Put the seat on the top of the seat post and lock the seat in position by releasing the lever 6 Adjust the height of the seat with the bolt under the seat Figure 2 XL Operating Your Scooter TURN POWER ON Insert the key into the key switch on the upper tiller and turn the power ON CHECK THE BATTERY GAUGE Check battery gauge to see whether there is enough power for your trips If you have doubts about the remaining power please charge the batteries before departure FORWARD MOTION Make sure the tiller is at a close position Set the speed limit by turning the dial speed knob Set Hi Lo switch to Lo position To move forward pull the right side of the lever toward you The further you pull the faster the scooter will go REVERSE MOTION To reverse pull the left side of the lever toward you Reverse speed is limited to half the speed of going forward STOPPING To stop the scooter just release the lever The Challenger XL will quietly come to a smooth stop and the electromechanical brake will automatically engage to hold the scooter in position on horizontal surface or an incline of up to 15 degrees Quick smooth stops are made possible by the dynamic braking built in the controller WARNINGS e The brake may not be as effective when en
8. g 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 It will also void the warranty NOTE There is no easy way to evaluate the overall immunity of the scooter Report all incidents of unintended movement or braking to Challenger Mobility and note whether there are sources of EMI nearby z XL FEATURES Figure 1 Adjustable seat height Flip up armrests width adjustable 360 degrees swivel seat fully reclining Adjustable Forward Reverse Seat Adjustable tiller Dynamic regenerative braking coupled with fail safe electro mechanical disk brake Rear wheel direct drive with differential Fully solid state controller External Battery Charger 24 volt permanent magnet heavy duty DC motor ON OFF switch lock Horn Head light Turn lights Rear lights Battery charge indicator Anti tip off safety wheels Optional rear basket Front and rear bumpers Electric Brake Release Automatic shut off while not in use Electronic High Low speed switch XL SCOOTER INITIAL SET UP Please follow the below steps in case you receive your Challenger XL scooter not assembled by your dealer 1 Remove the battery cover 2 Place two group 24 batteries onto the battery pan and secure them 3 Join the battery terminals with th
9. gaged on inclines greater than 15 degrees or 21 if the occupant s weight exceeds 350 Ibs e Incase the brake fails to engage the Challenger XL may roll slowly on a slope Turn off the power immediately e Do not turn the power switch to OFF while driving as this will lead to a sudden potentially dangerous stop e Do not set to the highest speed while driving indoors e Do not adjust the speed dial while driving the sudden change in speed may endanger you and cause your scooter to malfunction e Do not place magnetic devices near the area of the operation handle this could affect the safe operation of your scooter e Be careful while driving in heavy traffic or in crowded areas e While reversing the scooter be aware of people or objects behind you te AXL Handlebar Display Indictor for right turning Indicator for left turning Indicator for head light md Low gear and high gear indicator High gear Low gear switch Figure 3 CLIMBING 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 where ever possible avoid making turns When going down a ramp or slope keep the speed settings on slow This will ensure there is a safe controlled descent When the hand throttle is released the scooter will slowly st
10. gth and good decision making capabilities should not use this product e 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 e Always maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other riders vehicles and objects 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 XL EMI Warning This scooter 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 the scooter s control system The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly 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 even when
11. hed on then the scooter will not operate until the ignition key has been switched off and then on again Please consult your authorized dealer if your scooter does not run after checking these points p AXL Technical Specifications Model Name Model Number Maximum Weight Capacity Maximum Speed Maximum Range Charge Turning Radius Max Recommended Climbing Angle Ground Clearance of Mid Frame Overall Length Overall Width Height with Seat folded Seat to Ground Height Range Seat to Deck Height Range Wheelbase for Auto lifts Tire Type Tire Size Max PSI Seat Type Seat Size Seat Color Seat Mechanism Leg room Battery Type Battery Power Two Required Battery charger Charging time Motor Drive System Brakes Reverse Freewheel Mode Suspension Lights Net weight without batteries 19 Challenger XL 95 450 Ibs 11 5 MPH 30 Miles 85 10 4 5 63 26 A 2 27 28 5 19 5 23 wide 52 long Pneumatic 14 front amp 14 rear 14 x 4 4 00 6 front amp rear Min 40 Max 50 Captain High Back with Headrest Semi reclining Back 18 Width 20 Depth 30 Height Black Vinyl Slides forward and backwards Full front fold 13 Sealed Lead Acid Group 24NF 12V x 75AH 106 Ibs pair 24 Volt 5 Amp off board 6 8 hours 1200W Sealed Transaxle Rear Wheel Drive Electromagnetic with emergency drum brake es es Front amp Rea
12. herefore be sure to charge the batteries fully every time 2 Continue to charge until the green light is on 3 While finishing charging the electric power will still slowly discharge if the cord is not disconnected 4 Your scooter should be charged at least once a week to keep the batteries at full status even when not being used 5 Charging time will be affected by the ambient temperature so it takes longer in the wintertime WARNINGS Please follow the rules below to avoid accidents while charging e Please use the Challenger XL scooter s charger only and charge the batteries completely every time The batteries might be damaged if you use a charger which is not compatible e Never disassemble or modify the charger e Charge in a well ventilated space e Do not charge in a space that is directly exposed to sunlight Do not charge in a space where it is humid or subject to rainfall or morning dew e Do not cover the scooter with any waterproof cloth or other objects while charging e Do not charge in temperatures lower than 140F or higher than 1220F the charger may not work properly and the battery may be damaged CLEANING THE BATTERIES If a battery is contaminated by dirty water dust or other garbage the battery will discharge quickly Therefore please follow the following steps to clean the battery 1 Turn the scooter power switch to OFF 2 Open the scooter rear compartment under the seat 3 Use a clean cl
13. his Warranty excludes e Consumable items which may need replacing due to normal wear and tear tires tubes belts bulbs upholstery and seating throttle brakes motor brushes fuses plastic shrouds and footrest covers etc e Damaged caused by battery fluid spillage or leakage abuse misuse accident or negligence improper operation excessive loading maintenance or storage commercial use or use other than normal e Used other than for the purpose of the purchaser s mobility e Repairs and or modifications made to any part of the scooter without specific and prior consent from Top Mobility e Labor service calls shipping and other charges incurred for repair of the product not approved by Challenger Mobility e Batteries Batteries carry a limited warranty which is subject to a stringent wear and tear clause Any battery faults due to a defect in the original manufacture will normally become obvious within the first two months of use Any gradual deterioration in performance after this period is normally associated with fair wear and tear misuse or accidental damage and as such is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty There is no other express warranty Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 1 year from the date of the original purchase and to the extent permitted by law Any and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy
14. ies drive the scooter for 2 3 minutes to make sure the batteries capacity is enough e Inthe wintertime the batteries may respond more slowly and the distance you can travel may also be shortened e When driving on an incline the battery gauge light might move from green to red this is a normal phenomenon please do not worry e Even if the batteries are used properly it is natural that the batteries capability will decay as time passes This results in a shortening of travel distance compared to brand new batteries Therefore when you find the travel distance is about only 50 of brand new batteries traveling distance it is time for replacement of batteries Please go to your dealer and ask for new batteries If you continue to use the old batteries when its capacity has decreased it could lead to a decrease in travel distance e Travel distance will be shortened when driving frequently on an incline or slope as this leads to a larger consumption of the power a XL FREEWHEEL MODE The drive freewheel lever is located at the rear section of the scooter This lever allows you to disengage the drive mechanism neutral and push the scooter while in freewheel mode To disengage the drive mechanism neutral push the lever up Figure 6 To re engage the drive mechanism push the lever down Figure 5 Figure 6 1 Freewheel Mode Lift the lever up completely to move the scooter manually 2 Drive Mode Push lever dow
15. lanations in this manual and the product you have purchased The latest current version of this manual is available on this website www ChallengerMobility com p XL Safety Notices Read the Owner s Manual Do not operate your Challenger XL Scooter for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner s manual The user should be familiar with the operation of this scooter and keep the safety notices in mind The same traffic rules for pedestrians apply to the use of this scooter This product does not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Standards and is not intended for operation on public streets roads or highways For your safety please follow the rules that apply to pedestrians 1 Ride on sidewalks or pedestrian areas only 2 At the end of a sidewalk be aware of the cars on the road 3 Be extremely cautious when driving your scooter around heavy traffic streets or shopping malls 4 Always obey pedestrian traffic signals Practice operating your scooter Until you are familiar with the operation of your scooter please practice in a wide and open area like a park To prevent the possibility of falling off your scooter while driving bear in mind the scooters driving motion such as whether it is accelerating stopping turning reversing or going up or down inclines 1 Please set the speed dial to the lowest speed initially 2 Be sure someone is accompanying you and watches
16. n completely to drive the scooter by motor power WARNINGS e The scooter will not operate while the freewheel lever is in the neutral position The scooter must be turned off lever pushed downward and then turned on in order to reset the circuits e The electromagnetic brake will not function in the freewheel mode e When going down an incline NEVER set to the freewheel mode e Always re engage the freewheel lever after use Failure to do so may result in injury a XL Batteries and Charger CHARGING THE BATTERIES Be sure to follow the procedures below accordingly 1 Turn the scooter key switch to OFF 2 Open the charging socket cap on the scooter s front tiller then connect the charger s plug to the charging socket Figure 7 3 Plug the power cable into your power outlet 4 Turn on the switch to the charger 5 The charger s red light will be on at the beginning of a charge The charging duration is at least 6 8 hours but can last up to 10 hours based on the status of the batteries and temperature 6 The charger light will turn to green when the charging is complete 7 Turn off the charger disconnect the power cord and remove the plug from the charge socket Figure 7 P XL Suggestions 1 Do not disconnect the charger cord if the charging cycle is not complete The battery life will be shortened if the batteries are repeatedly used without being fully charged T
17. 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 WARNINGS 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communication 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 comin
18. op TURN SIGNAL LIGHT SWITCH The turn signal front and rear lights will flash when you press the left or right hand turn signal switch HORN BUTTON The warning horn will be activated when you push the button release the button and the horn will stop aL TXL REMOVING THE KEYS Turn the key switch to OFF Then pull out the key only after stopping SLIDING CAPTAIN SEAT The scooter seat will slide forward or backward with a gentle push by pulling up the handle under the front right hand side of the seat It will lock in place once you release the handle back Be sure the seat is locked before driving The seat back is reclining to different positions It can fold own completely with a simple release of the right side lever The armrests are removable and fully adjustable BATTERY GAUGE When the power switch is turned on the battery gauge indicator dots will move up from L to H to indicate the power remaining in the batteries The H green area indicates a full charge from the batteries The L orange and red area indicates it is time to recharge The remaining power indicated by the battery gauge will vary based on the actual driving time and how you drive Repeated starting stopping or climbing will consume the power more quickly Suggestions e Itis recommended that you charge the batteries immediately when the battery gauge is in the orange area e After charging or replacing new batter
19. oth to wipe off the soiled area 4 Take out the battery 5 Clean the battery with a clean cloth If the terminal is covered by white powder please clean it by using warm water Suggestions 1 Make sure the cables are installed properly and the cover back on 2 Do not use the batteries to charge any other equipment 3 Battery capability will vary with outside conditions the driving distances will be shorter in the winter If the scooter is not used for a long time please charge the battery at least once every week 4 Please replace both batteries at the same time Do not replace only one battery or use a different brand battery for your scooter ts XL Care amp Maintenance DAILY CHECKING Check the following items before driving If you find anything abnormal go to or call your scooter dealer for further inspection before using it Speed Dial Can it be adjusted freely and function well Throttle Lever Does the scooter move when the lever is engaged Does the scooter stop when the lever is released completely Motor Is there any abnormal noise from the motor Does the electromagnetic brake work properly Freewheel Mode Lever Does the free wheel mode lever work properly Battery Gauge Do the lights come on when switched ON Is the remaining power enough for your trip Horn Button Does the horn work Turn signals Do the turn signals
20. r Headlight Brake lights Independent Right amp Left turn signals 238 Ibs XL Gross Shipping Weight with batteries 373 lbs Controller Curtis 120A Package size 60 6 X 28 7 X 43 7 Standard Body Colors Red Black Basket Type amp Weight Capacity Wire Rear Seat Mounted amp 20 Ibs Warranty 3 Year limited on frame 1 Year limited on drivetrain 1 Year limited on electronics 6 Months limited on batteries Disclaimer 1 The information contained herein is correct at the time of publication we reserve the right to alter specifications without prior notice 2 Speed amp range vary with user weight terrain type battery charge battery condition and tire pressure 3 The above data was calculated using a standard weight of 150 Ibs on a flat smooth surface 4 Due to manufacturing tolerances and continued product improvement this specification is subject to a variance of 3 oo XL Limited Warranty THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Three 3 years from the date of purchase on all structural frame components including platform seat post and frame ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY One 1 year from the date of purchase if any part or electronic component of the Scooter is found upon examination to be defective in material and or workmanship it will be repaired or replaced at Challenger Mobility option without charge LABOR AND SERVICE CALL CHARGES ARE NOT INCLUDED The purchaser is responsi
21. s could lead to a malfunction of the electric system e Do not use gasoline solvents or vaporizing solution as the shroud may be deformed or damaged e Do not use wax LUBRICATION At six month intervals you should lubricate the following parts with a light oil or similar lubricant e Seat pivot post e Seat release lever pinion e Wheel bearings e Axle of scooter Caution Do not use WD40 to lubricate parts Do not lubricate transaxle gear box In the event of any difficulties please consult your provider STORAGE When storing your scooter e Make sure the seat is set in the Forward position e Make sure the key switch is turned to OFF Suggestion Please store the scooter in a location where it is out of direct sunlight rain or dew When storing for long periods of time please charge the batteries fully and then disconnect the batteries at the terminals m XL Basic Troubleshooting Your scooter is fitted with the latest in electronic controls that are programmed to protect the electrical system from abnormal overloads 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 The charger is not connected to an outlet or the charge socket Freewheeling device is in the drive position If the free wheel device has been operated with the scooter left switc
22. ter consuming alcohol or when fatigued Do not drive your scooter at night with the lights off Additionally avoid holes in the road where your wheels may get stuck Do not make sudden turns Do not ride on an escalator Be careful driving on or near ramps and inclines e Be careful while driving up a steep incline e When climbing up an incline please drive slowly You can set the speed dial to a higher speed e When going down an incline set the speed dial to the lowest speed setting e Do not drive through any holes in the road e Do not pass through water covering the road unless the water is less than 1 deep e Please drive slowly on roads with drops or dips e Do not make sudden turns while drive on gravel roads or ramps Maximum Weight Limitation Refer to Maximum Weight Capacity in the SPECIFICATIONS section for details Exceeding the scooter weight limit will lead to damage or malfunction of the scooter and can become a safety hazard It will also void the warranty WARNINGS e Do not set the scooter in freewheel mode when driving on an incline or decline e Always keep your feet on the scooter platform when moving e Never carry or wear anything which obstructs your vision or interfere with the proper operation of the scooter e Never ride your scooter while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs e Persons without excellent vision balance coordination reflex muscle and bone stren
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