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FLAGSHIP Luxury Scooter Model: TE-889XLSN User Manual

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider® Flagship ™ scooter. The Flagship ™ scooter is the ultimate combination of style, comfort and ease of use. The freedom that the Flagship ™ scooter offers, allows you the liberty of mobility, rain or shine. Direct drive transaxles, automatic electromagnetic brake and easy hand controls give a safe and efficient ride. We know that the Flagship ™ will provide many years of pleasure for you. Please ensure that you read this manual carefully, it is important for your safety that you understand the guidelines and instructions given....

SAFETY ADVICE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DO NOT carry passengers. DO NOT exceed inclines over 10 degrees (17% 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 high curbs. Doing so could cause your scooter to turn over, causing injury or damage to the scooter. DO NOT drink or use a mobile phone when...

EMI WARNING Shoprider® Flagship ™ 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...

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 coming 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. NOTE! There is no easy way to evaluate the overall immunity of the...

ADJUSTMENTS Tiller Angle Adjustment (Fig 2) On the left hand side at the base of the tiller is a red lever. Push the lever to release the pin and select the desired tiller angle. Refit the pin into one of the three location holes to lock tiller in place. Tiller Angle Adjustment Knob Figure 2 Folding the Tiller Fold down the tiller by pushing the lever to release the pin (fig 2). Seat Removal Turn the seat hand knob under the base of the seat counterclockwise to loosen. Lift the seat off the seat post. Seat Slide Adjustment Lift red lever located under seat & slide seat to desired position....

SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS (FIG 3) Speed Controls The speed control allows you to set a speed between 1 (minimum) and 10 (maximum). There is also a high/low switch giving you a total of 20 speed settings.. Battery Level Indicator The number of red bars 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. Speed Controls Battery Level Indicator Indicator Switch Speed High/Low Switch Hazard Lights Lights Finger Lever Control Caution – Do not allow the battery level indicator to go down completely as complete...

DRIVE/FREEWHEEL OPERATION (FIG 3) The drive/freewheel lever is located next to the right rear wheel, under rear bumper. This lever allows you to put the scooter in freewheel (neutral) and push the scooter. To push the scooter while turned off, lift the lever in the up position (the scooter is now in freewheel). To put the scooter into drive (in gear); put the lever in the down position (now the unit may be driven). Note: The scooter will not operate when the lever is up (in neutral). If the scooter is turned on while the lever is up, you must turn the scooter off, put the lever in the down...

STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR SCOOTER First Time Use Prior to using your Shoprider® Flagship ™ scooter for the first time, you must charge the batteries fully (refer to Battery Charging Procedures). Charging may take up to 12 hours. Charging the batteries completely prior to first time use will benefit battery efficiency and extend battery life. Failure to do so may cause damage. Getting Started • Select a level area with plenty of space. • Mount the scooter by pushing the arm rest upward out of the way and sliding onto the seat. • Adjust the tiller and seat as previously described. Starting...

EXTRA GUIDELINES IN THE CONTROL OF YOUR SCOOTER 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 to slow. This will ensure there is a safe controlled descent. When the hand levers are released the scooter will slowly stop. Caution - Do not turn off the control key while the unit is in motion Grass and Gravel Please follow the...

BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING The Shoprider® Flagship ™ scooter must be equipped with two maintenance-free, sealed lead acid or gel batteries. The batteries are installed underneath the seat and rear chassis cover. Battery life and performance may be affected by temperature, terrain, condition of battery, the weight of the user, and care of batteries. The battery level indicator is only a guide and is most effective when the scooter is moving, only then is the true discharge level displayed. • When the scooter stops the battery level indicator may indicate full. • An active user can use up...