USER MANUAL - Scoota Mart
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1. Check moving parts pivots and frame fixings for any signs of wear or damage Check hand knobs are secure An authorised RMA scooter dealer must carry out repairs and the fitting of replacement parts TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Circuit Breaker Your scooter is fitted with the latest in electronic controls that are programmed to protect the system from abnormal electrical 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 popped out The circuit breaker can be found at the rear of the seat post access can be gained through an aperture in the rear chassis cover and can be reset by pressing the red button Fuses On the main black control box is an in line fuse which protects the wiring circuits Check List If your scooter does not operate please check the following Unit is switched on All plugs and connectors are firmly fixed Connection points for batteries are not dirty Battery level shows full charge Freewheeling device is in the drive position Please consult your dealer if your scooter does not run after checking these points WHISPER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Overall Size Seat Dimensions Length 94 102cm 37 40 Width 33 cm 13 Width 43 cm 17 Depth 30cm 12 Height folded 48 cm 19 Height 46 51 cm 18 20 Height total 87 cm 34 Backrest height from seat 35 cm 13 Wei2. Whisper S 787NA USER MANUAL cE Please ensure this manual is read and understood before using the scooter CONTENTS Introduction Intended Use Feature Guide Safety Advice Adjustments Seat Removal Seat Height Adjustment Scooter Length Adjustment Folding the Tiller Free Wheeling Anti Tip Wheels Tiller Controls Speed Controls Battery Level Indicator Key Switch Horn Thumb Lever Controls Free Wheel Operation Starting To Drive Getting Started Moving Off Steering Reversing Dismounting Extra Guideline For Controlling Your Scooter Ramps Grass and Gravel Transport and Storage Transport and Storage Batteries Battery Charger Charging Care and Maintenance Cleaning your scooter Maintaining your scooter Trouble Shooting Circuit Breaker Fuses Check List Technical Specification Warranty On amp OO G2 Ue 10 10 10 10 11 11 12 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the RMA Whisper scooter This scooter incorporates the latest innovative designs having articulating front wheels The RMA Whisper can be used in confined spaces both indoors and out Direct drive rear transaxles and electromagnetic brakes give a safe and efficient ride The RMA Whisper is designed for those persons with limited mobility INTENDED USE The RMA Whisper scooter is for use with persons who have limited mobility with a maximum user weight of 9Okgs 200lbs 14 stone The small wheelbase and acute manoeuvra
3. at the key is turned to the off position Caution Please ensure that care is exercised when entering or leaving the scooter and that the tiller is not used for support Warning Adjustments of the seat height and length of the scooter could affect the stability and handling characteristics of the scooter EXTRA GUIDELINES FOR CONTROLLING YOUR SCOOTER Ramps The stability of your RMA Whisper scooter is governed by several factors such as the seating position the angle of the slope maximum 61 and your height and weight When approaching an incline do so directly and not at an angle if having to turn on a slope dismount the scooter and seek assistance Caution Do not switch off your scooter whilst in motion Grass and Gravel Please follow the guidelines given previously Your scooter will perform admirably over many surfaces Avoid long grass loose gravel and sand TRANSPORT AND STORAGE The RMA Whisper is designed to fold easily for storage and transportation even in the smallest of vehicles No tools are required 1 Turn off your scooter 2 Remove the basket 3 Unscrew the hand knob and remove the seat as previously described 4 Remove the seat post and take out the height adjustment pin 5 Lift off the rear chassis cover with the built in battery pack using the handles 6 Fold down the tiller by releasing the tiller hand knob at the front 7 Unclip the carry stay from the rear of the tiller and place in the square s
4. bility prohibit the use by persons who are severely physically impared or those who have balance difficulties If in doubt please seek medical advice FEATURE GUIDE Fig 1 1 Tiller control head 2 Detachable seat with fold down back 3 Detachable basket 4 Detachable cover with integral battery pack 5 Tiller release knob 6 Carrying stay rod 7 Alloy wheels 8 Anti tip wheels 9 Puncture proof tyres Fig I SAFETY ADVICE To avoid damage to your RMA Whisper and for your own safety please observe the following DO 1 Read the owner s manual before driving 2 Turn the key to off when getting on or off the scooter ensuring the key is in the off position before getting on the scooter 3 Select a slow speed when going down steep gradients Max 60 slope and request assistance 4 Keep your feet on the scooter when moving 5 Ensure the seat is in a fixed position before driving 6 Make allowances for pedestrians by driving in a controlled manner 7 Ensure before starting the batteries are fully charged 8 Follow the maintenance schedule 9 Consult your doctor if there is any doubt about your ability to use a scooter 10 Transfer to a vehicle seat from the scooter when travelling in a moving vehicle IL Detach battery charger before driving ensure the key is removed before charging batteries on the scooter DO NOT 1 Carry any passengers 2 Exceed inclines over 6 request assistan
5. ce when ascending descending slopes of over 6 3 Turn on steep inclines greater than 6 4 Turn suddenly at high speeds 5 Switch off the scooter when moving 6 Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk 7 Attempt to climb kerbs except drop down kerbs not exceeding 50cm 2 8 Drink and drive or use a mobile phone 9 Exceed the maximum user weight of 9OKgs l4st 10 Ride through deep water or on soft terrain 11 Sit on the scooter when in a moving vehicle 12 Use parts or accessories other than those supplied through an RMA dealer 13 Travel on the road except when crossing between pavements See 7 14 Allow the scooter to be exposed to heavy rain or high humidity 15 Use any other type of battery charger 16 Reverse down a slope Get off the scooter and seek assistance 17 Fit any accessories to the rear seat of the scooter 18 Attempt to drive the scooter when charging the batteries ADJUSTMENTS Seat Removal Fold down the back of the seat Unscrew the hand knob under the seat and remove from the seat post Seat Height Adjustment Remove seat as described above Slacken the lower hand knob The seat height can be adjusted to 5 different settings by inserting the steel locking pin into the required hole Fig 2 Re tighten lower hand knob and replace the seat Scooter Length The wheelbase can be lengthened or shortened depending on its existing settings The standard length o
6. eat post tube 8 Place the height adjustment pin through the holes in the seat post and the loop of the carrying stay Secure the pin by fitting the U spring to either end of the pin Fig 7 9 The scooter can now be lifted using the natural handle formed by the tiller and the chrome handle at the rear The RMA Whisper is now separated into three sections the chassis cover with integral battery pack the seat and the main body To reassemble the scooter reverse the above procedure Rear chassis cover with built in battery pack Fig 7 BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGER FULLY CHARGE YOUR NEW BATTERIES BEFORE USE The RMA Whisper is supplied with two maintenance free 12 Amp 12 Volt sealed lead acid batteries Performance of the batteries increases to reach ther top level after a number of battery charging cycles have been completed Battery performance can be affected by temperature terrain weight of user The battery level indicator is only a guide and can only be effective when the scooter is moving only then is the true discharge level displayed When the scooter stops the battery level indicator may return to full The rear chassis cover with battery pack can be removed from the scooter and charged separately When charging the battery pack when fitted to the scooter the battery charger must be removed before the scooter is started To ensure there is no possibility of the scooter being driven away with the battery charger stil
7. ed due to improper or misuse of the scooter TILLER CONTROLS Speed Control The speed control allows you to set a speed between I minimum and 10 maximum Fig 6 Battery Level Indicator Fig 6 Type A The number of LED bars lit shows the amount of charge left in your batteries The amount of charge will only show at its true level when the scooter is in Type B The battery level indicator has three segments red yellow green with a needle float The coloured segment in which the needle is resting shows the amount of charge left in the batteries When the needle reaches the red segment the batteries should be recharged Leaving the needle in the red segment may cause the batteries to be completely discharged and this could cause irreversible damage v Battery charger Bi Seen slofage space Anti tippers Free wheel release lever Key Switch Insert the key in to the right side of the tiller control Fig 6 Turn the key and the LED bars will light up type A the needle will move into the green segment type B There is a delay before the thumb lever control can be operated while the controller is checking the circuits Horn Press the yellow horn button to sound the horn Thumb Lever Controls Located at the rear of the tiller Fig 6 The left thumb lever controls the reverse and the right thumb lever controls the forward motion The amount of pressure applied to each lever will determine the speed the
8. f the scooter is 92cm 37 and this can be extended to 102cm Seat post 40 To adjust the wheelbase remove the seat and the chassis cover complete with integral batteries Remove the locking pin located at the front of the seat post Fig 3 unscrew the red hand lever in front of the pin by turning anticlockwise Slide the inner front section until the location holes become aligned Re fit the locking pin and tighten the red hand lever ensuring when fully secured the lever is facing the seat post as shown in Fig 3 Refit the chassis cover with integral batteries then refit the seat Folding the Tiller Fold down the tiller by loosening the hand knob located at the base of the tiller stem Fig 4 WARNING Adjusting the seat height and length of the scooter can affect the stability and handling characteristics of device Locking pin Seat post Fig 3 Fig 2 Hand knob Free Wheeling Operation The free wheel release lever is located inside the right rear wheel Fig 5 To disengage the motor lift up the lever the scooter can now be pushed to re engage the motor push down on the lever Warning Always re engage the free wheeling device after use Failure to do so may result in injury Anti tip wheels The anti tip wheels are located at the rear of the scooter frame Fig 5 The scooter should not be used unless the ant tipping wheels are in place RMA are not responsible for damage or injury incurr
9. ght with batteries 33 kg 731b Ground clearance 5 cm 2 Weight without batteries or seat 18 kg 391b Brakes Electro magnetic regenerative Heaviest Part 11kg 24lb Battery 2 x 1OA h sealed lead acid Deep cycle 12V Maximum user weight 90 kg 2001b Battery Charger 240V 24V 0 7A Maximum climbing angle 6 degrees Range 19km 12miles Safe climbing angle 6 degrees user weight terrain and weather conditions Turning radius 96 cm 38 can affect range Size of wheels 20 cm 8 Obstacle climbing 5 cm 2 Passenger weight ground conditions temperature and battery condition can affect distance of travel WARNING The RMA Whisper scooter model has been supplied since September 2001 The following performance values using this product are now 1 SAFE CLIMBING ANGLE The degree of slope the scooter is capable of climbing safely is 60 maximum When climbing angles of 60 please proceed carefuly and at a low speed Reason To improve the stability of the scooter WARRANTY The RMA Whisper is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase The warranty is not transferable The guarantee excludes tyres plastics and all items that have been subject to undue wear and tear or misuse Changes or modifications undertaken without the written authority of RMA will invalidate the warranty WARNING The maximum climbing angle for this product is 6 Reduce speed prior to turning sharply
10. l operating the starting key should be placed at the rear on top of the battery box This practice will ensure collecting the key to start will ensure the user remembers to detach the battery charger from the scooter Warning Remove the key when the battery charger is connected Please detach the battery charger before using the scooter The battery charger supplied with your RMA Whisper should only be used with this product and is only suitable for indoor use CHARGING Remove the battery charger from the rear compartment Plug the Jack plug into the charger socket inside the charger compartment Plug the three pin plug into the mains and switch on A red light illuminates whilst charging When charging is complete the light changes to green Depending on the amount of battery discharge the charge time can take from 8 to 12 hours Do not charge for longer than 12 hours Do not turn off the battery charger until the charging cycle is complete CARE amp MAINTENANCE Cleaning your scooter The shrouds and seat should be cleaned using a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents as these will cause damage to the plastics Do not spray water onto your scooter as this may cause damage to the electrical components Maintaining your scooter We suggest that your dealer checks your scooter once a year It is good practice to check the following items on a weekly basis Check tyres are in good condition Check wheels spin freely
11. scooter will travel at Release the lever and the scooter will slowly come to a stop and the magnetic brake will be applied STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR SCOOTER Getting started Select a level area with plenty of space Moving Off Ensure that you are seated comfortably Turn the key to the on position Your speed setting should be on 1 or 2 Press your right thumb lever the scooter will move forward slowly The harder you press the faster the scooter will go but will only reach the speed level that has been selected Release the lever and the scooter will decelerate before the magnetic brakes are automatically applied Battery level indicator type A Speed control ee i Key switch Thumb lever Battery level controls indicator type 8 Steering Steering the scooter is light and easy Ensure when starting out with the scooter you give a wide clearance when turning so that the rear wheels clear any obstacle that you are passing When steering through limited space or negotiating corners turn the tiller handles in the direction that you want to go and apply power gently The scooter can turn very tightly with complete stability Reversing Before reversing ensure that the area behind you is free from any hazards or obstructions Adjust your speed to a low setting before you reverse Press the left thumb lever and steer wide of all comers and obstacles Do not reverse down a slope Dismounting Before dismounting ensure th
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