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Model # GK-3 Portable Scooter User Manual

Table of Contents INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………….…………3 3 FEATURE GUIDE…………………………………………………………….………..3 3 SAFETY ADVICE………………………………………………………………….…...4 4 EMI WARNING………………………………………………………….…………….. 5-6 ADJUSTMENTS………………………………………………….……………………..7 7-8 SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS………………………………….…………………..1 9 DRIVE/FREEWHEEL OPERATION…………………………………………………10 10 BATTERY PACK LOCK…………………………………………………………….. 11 STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR SCOOTER………………………………………….11 12 EXTRA GUIDELINES IN THE CONTROL OF YOUR SCOOTER……………….12 13 TRANSPORT/STORAGE……………………………………………………………..13 14 BATTERIES AND BATTERY...

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider® Start Portable scooter. The Start is the ultimate combination of style, comfort and portability. The Start includes several innovative and convenient features. The Start goes with you wherever you go and can be assembled or disassembled in just seconds with wireless quick-connect components. The Start is super light and compact, and can be stored in small areas such as the trunk or back seat of your car. The compact features support easy transportation of your Start for today’s active lifestyle. The Start can be used in...

SAFETY ADVICE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DO NOT carry passengers. DO NOT exceed inclines over 6 degrees (10% 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 drive the scooter on the road, street or highway. DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs greater than 2 inches in height. Doing so could cause your scooter to turn...

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...

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) At the base of the tiller is a round knob. Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen the tiller and select the desired tiller angle. Turn the knob clockwise to securely lock the tiller into place. NOTE: For Safety, this lock is designed to break away if the scooter is driven when locked. Tiller Angle Adjustment Knob Tiller Lock Lever (red) Folding the Tiller (Fig 3) Fold down the tiller by loosening the tiller angle adjustment knob located at the base of the tiller (fig 2). Tighten knob to lock tiller in place. You may lock the tiller assembly into...

Seat Height Adjustment (Fig 5) Remove seat as described (fig 4). Remove battery pack (refer to disassembly section). Using two 13mm wrenches, remove locking bolt and nut. Adjust seat post up or down to desired position. The seat height can be adjusted to five different positions by inserting the locking bolt in the desired hole. Replace washer and nut and tighten. Replace battery pack and seat. Scooter Serial Number Seat Post Adjustment Holes Serial Number (Fig 5) Serial number is located on the seat post. It is on a white sticker with a barcode. The serial number is 13 alphanumerical...