Drive Spitfire EX2 User Manual

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Drive Spitfire EX2 User Manual

Rev2.03.12.19

Scooter Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

1.

Preface ................................................................................................................................................

2

2.

Safety Notices ....................................................................................................................................

3

3.

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)................................................................................................

7

 

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources ........................................................

7

 

Powered Scooter Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) ..........................................................................

8

4.

Parts .....................................................................................................................................................

9

5.

Operation ............................................................................................................................................

10

 

Power Switch ......................................................................................................................................................

10

 

Forward & Reverse ...........................................................................................................................................

10

 

Braking & Stopping ...........................................................................................................................................

10

 

Horn Button .........................................................................................................................................................

10

 

Seat ........................................................................................................................................................................

10

 

Battery gauge .....................................................................................................................................................

10

 

Assembly ..............................................................................................................................................................

11

 

Disassembly ........................................................................................................................................................

12

 

Tiller Adjustment ................................................................................................................................................

12

 

Drive Mode ..........................................................................................................................................................

12

 

Freewheel Mode ...............................................................................................................................................

12

 

Driving Your Scooter.........................................................................................................................................

12

 

Driving Speed .....................................................................................................................................................

13

6.

Batteries & Charger..........................................................................................................................

14

 

Specifications....................................................................................................................................................

15

7.

Inspection & Maintenance..............................................................................................................

16

 

Daily Checking ..................................................................................................................................................

16

 

Regular Maintenance Record.......................................................................................................................

16

 

Battery, Fuses, Circuit Breaker and Tires .................................................................................................

17

 

Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................................

17

 

Storage ................................................................................................................................................................

18

8.

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................

19

9.

Specifications ...................................................................................................................................

21

10.

Limited Warranty .............................................................................................................................

22

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Preface

Please read this owner’s manual before using the mobility scooter. Improper use of the mobility scooter could result in harm, injury or accidents.

This owner’s manual includes operation instructions for every aspect of the mobility scooter, and assembly instructions.

The symbols used in this manual are explained below. Read carefully, especially the parts marked with these symbols:

Warning

Caution

Suggestion

Improper usage could lead to death or serious injury

Improper usage could lead to injury and/or damage to your mobility scooter.

Follow these instructions to keep the status of the mobility scooter working well and ease your operation.

This manual Includes the warranty information. Please keep it in a proper place.

If someone else uses the scooter, please be sure to give the instruction manual to him or her.

As designs change, some illustrations and pictures in the manual may not correspond to the scooter that you purchased. We reserve the right to make design modifications.

The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities for any personal injury or property damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of its products.

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Safety Notices

Become familiar with the operation of your scooter before the first use of your scooter and keep these safety notices in mind.

The same rules for pedestrians apply to the use of this scooter.

1.Ride on sidewalks or pedestrian areas only.

2.Do not take your scooter on roads or highways.

3.At the end of a sidewalk, be aware of the cars on the road.

4.Be very cautious when driving your scooter around streets or shopping malls.

5.Always obey pedestrian signals.

Practice operating your scooter

Until you are familiar with the operation of your scooter, please practice in a wide and open area, like a park. To prevent the possibility of falling your scooter while driving, bear in mind the scooters driving motion, such as whether it is accelerating, stopping, turning, rev hersingo,r going up or down inclines.

1.Please set the speed dial to the lowest speed initially.

2.Be sure someone is accompanying you and watches for obsitcles while you are operating your scotter for the first time.

3.Be sure you are able to control and operate your scooter safely and confidently before changing to a higher speed.

The scooter is limited to one passenger

Do not carry any passengers on your scooter (including children). Do not use this scooter to carry or transport goods.

Fully charge the battery after every trip and prior to using the scooter. If you do not frequently use the scooter fully charge the batteries every two weeks to prevent battery failure.

If the battery gauge drops to red, charge the scooter as soon as possible. Completely discharging the batteries may damage the batteries, or shorten the expected life of the batteries.

Batteries contain lead and lead compounds. Wear proper safety attire when handling batteries.

Only use sealed lead acid AGM or gel-cell batteries in this product.

Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals, electric shock may occur.

Always replace both batteries at the same time for optimum performance.

Always make sure freewheel levers are in the drive position before getting in or out of the scooter.

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Do not put the scooter in freewheel when on an incline or decline.

To ensure the user’s familiarity with the scooter’s operation, practice driving at low speeds

in a spacious hazard-free area travelling forward, backward, left, right, decelerating, maneuvering up inclines, and down inclines.

Avoid unnecessary movement of the scooter.

Avoid exposure to moisture, standing water, rain, snow, ice or salt when possible.

Store in a clean and dry condition.

Do not remove the anti-tip wheels.

Keep your feet on the foot board at all times during operation.

Be aware of loose fitting clothes that can become caught in the drive wheels.

Do not connect an extension cord to the battery charger.

Disassembling the controller, motor, or charger by anyone other than an authorized Drive Medical service agent is prohibited, and voids any applicable warranty..

Under no circumstances should the scooter be used as a seat in a motor vehicle.

Do not attempt to lift your scooter by any parts other than the frame.

This will prevent inadvertent movement from unexpected throttle contact.

REGULAR USE OF YOUR SCOOTER

Please carry out daily inspections. Refer to the “Inspection & Maintenance” section of this manual for inspection procedures. Always make sure your scooter’s battery is fully charged before operating. Make sure the throttle lever is secure before turning on your scooter.

Warning!

Do not operate the scooter unless the tiller (handlebar column) is up, the teeth in the tiller adjustment bolt fit together, and the bolt is fully tightened.

Do not lean against, or pull forward on, the handlebar while mounting or dismounting from the scooter. Serious harm or injury may occur.

Do not stretch your body out on the scooter

Such action may cause you to lose your balance or be injured. Also, pay attention to loose clothing that could get tangled in the wheels.

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Do not use your scooter under any of these circumstances:

The route is muddy or has loose gravel

The route is bumpy, narrow, or snow covered

The route is beside a canal or waterway without fencing or hedges

Do not drive your scooter after consuming alcohol or when fatigued

Do not drive your scooter at night iwthout proper lighting or in inclement weather

Additionally, avoid holes in the route where your wheels may get stuck. Do not make sudden turns. Do not ride on an escalator.

Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication device while using the scooter.

Be careful driving on or near ramps and inclines

1.Be careful while driving up a steep incline. Refer to “CLIMBING ANGLE” in the “Specifications” section of this manual for details.

2.In order to avoid damage or injury to the scooter the driver should not lean against or pull on the operating lever while going up or down an incline.

3.When climbing up an incline, please drive slowly. You can set the speed dial to a higher speed of “5”. When going down an incline, never reverse your scooter. Set the speed dial to the lowest speed setting “1”.

4.Do not drive through any holes on surfaces Refer to “MAXIMUM GROUND CLEARANCE” in the “Specifications” section for details.

5.Do not pass through water covering the route unless the water is less than 1 inch deep.

6.Please drive slowly on surfaces with drops or dips.

7.Do not make sudden turns while drive on gravel surfacessor ramps.

Warning!

Do not set the scooter in freewheel mode when driving on an incline or decline.

Maximum User Weight Limit

Refer to “MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT” in Section 9 “SPECIFICATIONS” for details. Overloading your scooter will lead to damage to, or malfunction of, your scooter. This could cause the scooter to become a safety hazard. The warranty does not cover damage from overloading.

LABELING OF YOUR SCOOTER

Please read all the labeling on the scooter before driving it. For your future reference, do not remove them.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Before operating your scooter fully read and understand this Owner’s Manual.

Be sure to follow the setup instructions prior to using your scooter for the first time.

down ramps, cornering, and travelling on uneven terrain. Be sure to lower the speed, take your time, and carefully maneuver the scooter.

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MODIFICATIONS

Do not modify, remove, disable, or add any parts, features, or functions on your scooter. Drive Medical ofers a wide variety of accessories for your scooter to help accommodate your needs.

WARNING – Do not modify your scooter in any way; doing so will void the warranty.

SAFETY CHECK

ATTENTION – Inspect the following components before each use:

Electrical connections – secure and free from corrosion

Freewheel Levers – engaged in drive position

Batteries – fully charged and free from corrosion

If you notice a problem please contact your authorized Drive Medical Provider for assistance.

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