Compact Scooters
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Compact Scooters User Manual

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider® scooter. This scooter incorporates the latest innovative designs patented and only available on a Shoprider® scooter. This scooter can be used in confined spaces both indoors and out. Direct drive transaxles and electromagnetic brakes give a safe and efficient ride. This Shoprider® scooter is designed for persons with limited mobility. Please ensure that you read this manual carefully, it is important for your safety that you understand the guidelines and instructions given. FEATURE GUIDE (FIG. 1-4) Tiller control head...

Tiller control head Detachable seat with fold down back Detachable basket Detachable cover with integral battery pack Tiller release knob Carrying stay rod Seat height adjustment Anti-Tip wheels Puncture proof tires Tiller control head Detachable swivel seat with fold down back Detachable basket Detachable cover with integral battery pack Tiller angle adjustment Seat height adjustment Puncture proof tires

SAFETY ADVICE • Do not carry passengers. • Do not exceed inclines over 8 degrees (14% grade). • Do not turn on steep inclines. • Do not turn suddenly at high speeds. • Do not get on or off the scooter unless the brake is on and the scooter is switched off. • Do not switch off the scooter while the scooter is moving. • Do not drive the scooter where you can not safely or legally walk. • Do not attempt to drive over curbs greater than 2 inches (5cm.) in height. Doing so could cause your scooter to turn over, causing injury or damage to the scooter. For curbs less than 2 inches, always...

EMI Warning Shoprider® scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radio, and cellular phones. The interference (from radio wave sources) can cause the scooter to release its brakes, move by itself, or move in unintended directions. It can also permanently damage the scooter’s control system. The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types: 1. Hand-held portable transceivers...

ADJUSTMENTS Tiller Angle Adjustment (For XtraLite 4 & Sunrunner S ONLY) (Fig. 5) On the left hand side at the base of the tiller is a red lever. Push the lever in to release the pin and select the required tiller angle. Refit the pin into one of the five location holes. Tiller Angle Adjustment Lever Folding the Tiller (For XtraLite 3 & Scootie ONLY) (Fig. 6) Fold down the tiller by loosening the hand knob located at the base of the tiller stem. Seat Slide & Swivel Adjustment (For Sunrunner S ONLY) (Fig. 7) Pulling up on the lever allows the seat position to be adjusted forward or backward....

Armrest Width Adjustments (Fig. 9) On the underside of the seat there are two hand knobs, one on each side. Loosening the arm rest tightening knob allows the armrest width to be adjusted or arm rests to be removed. Arm Rest Adjustment Hand Knob Armrest Angle Adjustment (Fig. 10) Flip up the armrests to allow access to the adjustment screw and lock nut, unscrew the lock nut and screw the bolt in or out to increase or decrease the angle. Re-tighten the lock-nut. Your scooter is dispatched from the factory with the armrests set parallel to the floor. Adjustment Screw Scooter Length Adjustment...

SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS (FIG. 13) Speed Controls The speed control allows you to set a speed between 1 (minimum) and 10 (maximum). Battery Level Indicator/Gauge The number of LED bars lit/where the needle sits, 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 drive. Caution – Do not allow the LED bars/gauge needle to go out completely as complete discharge of the batteries could cause irreversible damage. Horn A yellow button at the rear of the tiller operates the horn. Thumb Lever Controls The left thumb lever...

FREE WHEEL OPERATION (FIG. 14) The free wheel release lever (red handle) is located next to the right rear wheel (Fig. 14). 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. 14). The scooter should not be used unless the anti-tipping wheels are in place. Shoprider® Mobility Products, Inc. is not responsible for damage or injury...

Steering Steering the scooter is light and easy. Ensure when starting off you give a wide clearance when turning so that the rear wheels clear any obstacle that you are passing. When steering through limited spaces such as a doorway or when turning around, turn the tiller handles where you want to go and apply power gently. The scooter will turn very tightly, but will still move with complete stability as long as the speed is not too high. Reversing Before reversing ensure that the area behind is free from any hazards or obstructions. Adjust your speed setting to a low setting before you...

TRANSPORT / STORAGE The scooters are designed to be dismantled into separate sections for transportation and storage. Your scooter can be dismantled into the following sections: 6 1 Small Front Basket Large Rear Basket Seat Seat Post & Fasteners Battery Pack Fold Down Frame Small Front Basket Large Front Basket Seat Seat Post & Fasteners Battery Pack Fold Down Frame Basket Seat Seat Post & Fasteners Rear Chassis Front Chassis Rear Shroud Basket Seat Seat Post & Fasteners Rear Chassis Front Chassis Rear Shroud

Dismantling 1. Remove baskets. 2. Fold down the back of the seat. 3. For Sunrunner S: pull up on the red lever under the seat and at the same time lift and twist the seat off. For XtraLite 3; XtraLite 4; Scootie: unscrew the tightening bolt below the seat. Lift seat off. For XtraLite 3 & XtraLite 4 ONLY. 1. Lower tiller toward the foot rest and connect the carrying rod (For XtraLite 3) to the proper location or connect the two Velcro straps (For XtraLite 4) to the handle bars. For Scootie & Sunrunner S ONLY. 2. Remove the rear chassis cover/battery pack. 3. Remove the locking pin and...