Currier Tech 300 Series, 4.0 Series, 400 Series, 500CD Series, 650CD Series Owner's Manual
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CURRIE TECHNOLOGIES
300 Series 4.0 Series 400 Series
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500CD Series 650CD Series 750CD Series
900CD Series
OWNER’S MANUAL
(CHAIN DRIVE SCOOTER SERIES)
You must read and understand this manual before using this scooter
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ATTENTION
TWIST AND GO! To start scooter turn the power switch “ON”. Twist
throttle and go.
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PLEASE DO NOT RETURN
THIS ITEM TO THE STORE.
For questions or assistance on assembly contact
Currie Technologies® Customer Service toll free
(800) 377-4532
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm (PST)
OR
Consult the trouble shooting guide of the owner’s manual or
visit our website at www.CurrieTech.com
IMPORTANT - Activate your warranty by registering your new Currie
Technologies® product within 10 days of purchase by visiting our website at
www.CurrieTech.com.
Retain this manual along with the original sales receipt. Record the
product serial number (S/N), place of purchase and date of purchase
below.
Model Name : __________________________________________
S/N : __________________________________________________
Place of Purchase : ______________________________________
Date of Purchase : _______________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 . . . . . . Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
Section 2 . . . . . . Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-7
Section 3 . . . . . . Basic Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8-9
Section 4 . . . . . . Repair and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10-33
Section 5 . . . . . . Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s). . . . .page 34-35
Section 6 . . . . . . Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 36-37
Section 7 . . . . . . Pre-Ride Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 38
Section 1 - TECHNICAL INFORMATION
300 Series
Scooter
Minimum Rider
Age
Maximum Rider
Weight
Maximum
speed*
Max Range* 7 miles
Battery 24V 10Ah
Charging time** 6-8 hours 6-8 hours 6-8 hours
Minimum Rider
Age
Maximum Rider
Weight
Maximum
speed*
Max Range* 8 miles
Battery 24V 10Ah
Charging time** 6-8 hours 8-10 hours 8-10 hours 8-10 hours
13 years old 13 years old 13 years old
180 lbs
(82 kg)
Up to 12 mph
(20 km/h)
(11 km)
SLA
500CD Series
Scooter
13 years old 13 years old 13 years old 13 years old
240 lbs
(109 kg)
Up to 15 mph
(24 km/h)
(13 km)
SLA
4.0 Series
Scooter
180 lbs
(82 kg)
Up to 12 mph
(20 km/h)
7 miles
(11 km)
24V 10Ah
SLA
650CD Series
Scooter
260 lbs
(118 kg)
Up to 15 mph
(24 km/h)
12 miles
(19 km)
24V 12Ah
SLA
400 Series
Scooter
240 lbs
(109 kg)
Up to 15 mph
(24 km/h)
8 miles
(13 km)
24V 10Ah
SLA
750CD Series
Scooter
260 lbs
(118 kg)
Up to 15 mph
(24 km/h)
12 miles
(19 km)
24V 12Ah
SLA
900CD Series
Scooter
260 lbs
(118 kg)
Up to 15 mph
(24 km/h)
12 miles
(19 km)
24V 12Ah
SLA
*Maximum range and speed varies based on rider weight and terrain.
**Charge time is based on new batteries charged with a standard charger.
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Section 2 - SAFETY GUIDELINES
LIMITATIONS OF SAFETY AND WARNING NOTICES
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WARNING
Your insurance policies may not provide coverage for accidents
involving the use of this electric scooter. To determine if coverage
is provided, you should contact your insurance company or agent.
This product is intended for use under adult supervision only. Even
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under adult supervision serious injuries or even death can occur.
Always ride within your capabilities and use common sense, do
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not ride at night. You are using this product at your own risk. Never
operate this product at a speed which is too fast for your skills.
Always drive at low speed on dusty surfaces.
This owner’s manual includes important safety
guidelines and maintenance instructions. Failure to
read, understand and follow the instructions in this
manual may lead to serious injury or even death.
INSURANCE NOTICE
This product is not intended, designed or licensed for roadway
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use. This product is intended for use outdoors and on a private,
closed course only. Ride only on dry, smooth, solid paved surfaces
without motor vehicle traffic. Never use this product on roadways
(paved, gravel or dirt), sidewalks, driveways, parking lots near motor
vehicles, on or near steep inclines or steps, swimming pools or other
bodies of water.
This product is not regulated by transportation regulations (that is,
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Department of Transportation (DOT) or state law).
The laws and ordinances vary greatly from municipality to
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municipality. It is your responsibility to know and abide by your
local restrictions. We recommend you contact your local police or
Department of Motor Vehicles to find out about any special laws or
rules governing the use of this product where you live.
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WARNING
Children under 13 years old should never operate the these scooters. Rider
age does not necessarily mean that they are qualified to operate this product. A parent should never allow this product to be used by an individual
not having the ability, coordination, maturity, skills and strength to operate it
safely and in a controlled manner.
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WARNING
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WARNING
Never operate this product without proper training
or instructions.
Maximum rider weight is 180 lbs, (82 kg) for the 300
and 4.0 series scooters, 240 lbs. (109 kg) for the 400
and 500CD series scooters and 260 lbs. (118 kg) for
the 650CD, 750CD and 900CD series scooters; never
exceed it. Rider weight does not necessarily mean that
they are qualified to operate this product.
Never modify this product through improper installation,
modification of existing parts or use of non-authorized
accessories. Doing so may result in denied warranty
claims.
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Before every ride, make sure the “Easy Fold Handlebar Hinge” is in the
fully upright position. Be sure the locking pin is fully engaged and the quick
release lever is in the “closed” position
This product is designed to be used by only one person at a time. Never carry passengers or allow more than one person to use this product at a time.
Always wear an approved helmet that fits and is worn properly when using
this product. Also recommended is to always wear knee pads, elbow pads,
eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long sleeved shirt or
jacket and long pants. Never operate this product barefoot or in sandals as
this increases the risk of injury.
Always keep both hands on the handlebars (hand grips) and both feet on the
footboard during operation.
Always drive slowly and pay extra attention when operating on unfamiliar
terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating this
product.
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Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.
Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do
not turn at excessive speed as this could increase the risk of injury.
Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to
operate over large obstacles, such as large rocks or fallen trees.
Do not ride with headphones. They mask traffic sounds and emergency vehicle sirens, distract you from concentrating on what is going on around you,
and their wires can tangle in the moving parts of the scooter, causing you to
lose control.
Do not do stunts, wheelies, jumps or any other type of dangerous riding.
They can cause severe injury to you and damage your scooter.
Do not lean the scooter excessively as this may allow parts of the scooter
to contact the ground and may result in lose of control or damage to the
scooter.
Do not touch the motor or brakes as they can become hot from use.
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WET WEATHER RIDING
This product is not meant for use in the water (damp roads, puddles, rain,
streams, etc.). Never immerse this product in water as the electrical and
brake systems may be damaged.
BATTERY CHARGER
The charger and charger port should be regularly inspected for damage
(cord, plug, enclosure, etc.). If damage is found stop using the charger until it
can repaired or replaced.
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WARNING
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WARNING
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The charger is not a toy and should be kept out of reach
children at all times.
Always disconnect the charger from the wall outlet and
the charger port on the scooter when not using it.
Do not charge your battery for more than 24 hours at
one time.
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STARTING
1.
Turn the power switch to the “ON” position
2.
Place one foot on the deck with both hands on the handlebars.
3.
Slowly twist the throttle to operate the motor.
4.
Place the other foot on the deck once you have properly balanced
yourself.
STOPPING
1.
To slow down or come to a stop, allow the throttle to completely
return to its “zero speed” position
2.
Squeeze the brake lever(s) on the handlebar to come to a safe stop.
(Note: It is not necessary to skid the wheel in order to slow or stop
the scooter)
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STORING YOUR SCOOTER
1.
When you are done using the scooter, turn the power switch to the
“OFF” position.
2.
Always be sure to fully charge batteries (6-10 hours depending on
battery size) at least every 30 days.
3.
Plug the charger into the scooter then plug the charger into the wall
outlet. Do not charge your battery for more than 24 hours at one
time.
Skidding the wheel can damage the wheel and is not
covered by the warranty!
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5 MINUTE SLEEP MODE
Scooters are equipped with a 5 minute sleep mode. If no activity is detected
after 5 minutes the scooter will go into stasis mode to conserve the batteries.
To restart, cycle the power switch Off then On.
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WARNING
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Never store your scooter in Sleep Mode as battery
power will still be used by the scooter. Always be sure to
turn the power switch to the “OFF” position.
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Section 3 - BASIC ASSEMBLY & SET-UP
IMPORTANT: Some adult assembly required. Before using your scooter
please be sure to read and follow the basic assembly, set-up and operating
instructions. Following these instructions will help insure safe riding.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Listed below are the tools you may need to assemble and adjust your Electro-Drive™ scooter depending on model:
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10mm box wrench
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13mm box wrench
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15mm box wrench
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17mm cone wrench
STEPS FOR BASIC ASSEMBLY
1.
Remove scooter from carton. Remove all of the packaging materials
from the scooter.
2.
Install the front wheel (certain models will have the front wheel
already installed) being sure to properly install the safety washers.
Align the front wheel in the fork and tighten the axle nuts. Wait until
after you have installed the handlebars to connect the front brake (if
your scooter is so equipped).
Install the handlebars onto the stem, align and tighten.
3.
Unfold the stem hinge. Be sure the locking pin is fully engaged and
4.
close the quick release lever.
The brake(s) come pre-assembled from the factory (some scooters
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have one brake while others have two brakes). However, you need
to check to make sure it is connected and operating properly. Test
the brake lever(s) by squeezing it. It should stop the wheel(s) easily
and NOT come in contact with the handlebar. If the brake lever(s)
needs adjusting, refer to pages 19-20 for instructions. If the brake(s)
does not work properly, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER. Call Customer Service at 1-800-377-4532 for further assistance.
Install the seat assembly, if so desired, by fully sliding the seat
6.
tube into the frame and securing the pinch bolt. If the seat tube is
equipped with an indexing pin be sure to align this properly with the
frame.
Install the seat onto the seat tube if not already done and align
7.
saddle angle and tilt and tighten accordingly.
Remove the battery charger from its box. Make sure the power
8.
switch on the scooter is in the “OFF” position. Connect the charger
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4mm hex key wrench
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5mm hex key wrench
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6mm hex key wrench
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Phillips screwdriver
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Bicycle tire pump
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to the scooter first then plug the charger into the wall socket. Allow
the batteries to charge a full 6-10 hours (depending on the size of
batteries) before first use. Refer to page 17 for complete Battery
Care instructions
9.
Before every ride, test the throttle with the power switch in the
“OFF” position. Twist the throttle, it should twist easily and immediately spring back to the starting position when you release it. If the
throttle does not work properly, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER. Call
Customer Service at 1-800-377-4532 for further assistance.
10.
Check tire pressure and inflate to recommended pressure as necessary.
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Before you ride the scooter, make sure you have
tightened all parts. Riding with a loose handlebar, front
wheel, brake, seat assembly, etc. may cause a rider to
fall, possibly damaging the scooter and causing serious
injury.
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Section 4 - REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: Some adult assembly required.
HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
Electro-Drive™ scooters are equipped with an folding stem hinge. Take care
not to pinch your hands or fingers in the hinge when you are folding and
locking the handlebar in place. Additionally be careful not to pinch or crimp
the brake and throttle cables in the hinge whenever you fold the stem hinge.
1.
Insert the stem into the
steerer tube. Be sure
to insert stem past the
“Minimum Insertion Mark”.
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2.
Open the stem quick release
(QR) lever (Ref Photo A)
and rotate it forward out
of the upper plate (Ref
Photo B, step 1). Slide the
QR retention pin (silver)
sideways (Ref Photo B, step
2) to disengage it from the
upper plate.
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WARNING
quick release lever is either
too tight (cannot be flipped to
its fully locked position) or is
too loose (can be too easily
flipped to its locked position)
refer to the “QR Lever Adjustment” on page 14.
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Photo A
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2
Photo B
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3.
Open the stem hinge to
access the steerer bolt
(6mm Allen Bolt or 13mm
Hex Bolt).
4.
Loosely tighten the steerer
bolt. The stem is held in
position with the expander
bolt and wedge.
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5.
Slide the QR retention pin
(silver) sideways (Ref Photo
A). Close the stem hinge
(Ref Photo B).
Photo A
Photo B
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6.
Rotate the stem QR lever
forward into of the upper
plate (Ref Photo A). Close
the stem QR lever (Ref
Photo B) being sure the QR
retention pin (silver) is fully
engaged with the upper
plate.
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Install the handlebars onto
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the stem, align and tighten.
Photo B
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