Electric Mobility Rascal 600F, Rascal 600T Owners Manual & Service Record

Rascal 600F / 600T Scooter

Owners Manual & Service Record

Rascal 600T

Rascal 600F

Electric Mobility Euro Limited, Canal W
Telephone: [phone]

www.electricmobility.co.uk Issue 1: 06/08

, Ilminster

ay

, Somerset T

A19 9DL

Rascal 600F

Rascal 600T

Electric Mobility Euro Ltd has designed this pair of powerful, durable scooters for a frequent outdoor use. So
long as they are maintained and operated in accordance with this manual they should last for many years, and
provide you with freedom and independence.

Please read this manual thoroughly before using your scooter. If you have any doubts about warnings or
instructions, ask your dealer for an explanation.

If you think the scooter may be damaged, do not drive it but contact your dealer for advice.

We suggest that you keep this manual in a safe place. It contains essential information on the operation of the

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scooter and includes the maintenance r

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the features of the product prior to, or when, it is delivered.

ehicles ar

e sold through authorised dealers. Make sure your dealer demonstrates all

Warning!

This manual contains important safety notices. Please take time to read and understand them. Ignoring
them may endanger you or others.

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Contents Dealer information

Features and layout 4

Safety Information EMI 5/6

Intended use 5

Controls – Dashboard 7

ols – Driving controls 8

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Freewheel Device 8

Brakes 9

Seat and armrest adjustment 9

Swivel seat 9

Tiller adjustment 10

Clock 10

Seat height adjustment 11

Driving the vehicle 12

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Driving the vehicle – Hazards 13

Transporting your scooter 14

Dismantling your scooter 14

Battery charging 15

Troubleshooting guide 16

Status light diagnostics 16

User maintenance 17

Additional safety information 17

Frequently asked questions 18

Additional information 18

Servicing and maintenance 19

Engineers checklist 19

Guarantee & Warranty 20

Technical information regarding EMI 20

Technical specification 21/22

Retur

ns – Dealer information 23

Service log 24

Brochure request 25

Warrantee Card – dealer information 25

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Dealer Information

This is your contact number
for ser

Dealer Stamp

Telephone:
Email:

For pr

Manufacturer

vice and support

oduct information see serial number plate located on the underside of the scooter frame (front and rear).

Product Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Owner

Electric Mobility Euro Limited

Canal W
Company Registration in England No. 2419231

ay, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 9DL

Features and Layout

Photo shows 600F model scooter. The 600T is a 3 wheel version. See the technical specification for differences.

Adjustable backr

Fold up / Adjustable

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armr

Seat post

Battery cover

Charging Point

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Forward/reverse lever

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Front suspension

Pneumatic

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Intended use of the vehicle

This vehicle is designed for use by adults with a disability (up to the maximum recommended weight) who
require a robust comfortable pavement scooter that is ideal for shopping and other visits.

The scooter is intended for use in shopping areas and trips on reasonably paved areas. It is also capable of
manoeuvring on uneven surfaces and on grassy areas unless they are slippery. Rutted tracks, and rough fields
should be avoided.

The 600 series has been designed to mount kerbs and small obstacles up to the maximum stated in the
technical specification table. By law the 600 T and F model scooters are limited to 4 m.p.h. for pavement use
and are not suitable for road use.

Users could endanger themselves and others if they are not capable of driving their scooter safely. Dealers will
advise on the most suitable vehicle from the Rascal range, but it is up to users to ensure that they have the
manual dexterity to drive the vehicle, adequate sight and hearing to per
times operate the scooter safely in the expected conditions. If in doubt we suggest you consult a healthcare
professional or your nearest dealer for advice on the most suitable scooter for your particular condition.
Users should regularly assess their ability to operate their vehicle safely.

ceive danger in time, and can at all

Safety Information

Read this manual thoroughly before driving or operating the vehicle.
This handbook is applicable to the 600T and 600F Models.

If you have any doubt about the content of this manual phone your dealer to resolve the problem. Please read
this manual, and ensure your scooter is serviced regularly.

Within this manual there are important safety notices. They are clearly marked with the sign (left)
Make sure that you understand all these notices. If you have any doubt, contact your dealer.

© 2006 Electric Mobility Euro Ltd.
No liability is assumed with r
precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication Electric Mobility Euro Ltd. assumes no

esponsibility for err

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information contained in this publication. This publication, as well as the operational details described her
subject to change without notice.

ors of omissions nor is any liability assumed for damages r

espect to the use of any information contained in this publication. While every

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Safety Information

General Warnings

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Warning ! Sitting for long periods may increase the chance of thromboses or pressure sores. Users prone to

Warning ! The 600 series scooters have been designed and tested for a maximum carrying capacity of up to

Warning ! Front Basket. The basket mounted on the front has a weight limit of 10 lbs or 5 kgs. Do not exceed

Warning ! Passengers, even children, should never be carried.

Warning ! Electromagnetic interference may affect the driving of this scooter:

Warning ! The operation of any scooter may affect sensitive electronic circuits such as alarm systems or

The operation of scooters can endanger the life of the driver or thir
always be fully capable of operating this vehicle safely.

such conditions ar

32 stone or 450 lbs or 204 kgs. This weight should never be exceeded.

this as it could affect steering. Do not carry or attach anything to the handlebars or controls as this
could affect the driving safety.

• Do not operate devices such as CB radios or mobile phones while the vehicle is switched on.

• Avoid getting close to transmitter masts, such as television and radio stations.
If your vehicle ever starts to operate by itself switch it off and report this to your Dealer.

automatic doors in shops.

e advised to take medical advice.

d parties. Any driver should

Driving

Warning ! Freewheel device Before getting on the scooter, always check that the freewheel lever is in the

"Drive” (down) Position (see page 8). When the lever is in the Freewheel position there is
and the scooter could run down a slope and cause injury or even death.

NEVER SIT ON THE SCOOTER WHEN IN FREEWHEEL.

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Warning ! Battery Charge Before driving off always check the battery indicator. If you are in any doubt,

Warning ! Slopes On steep slopes the scooter could topple over. Always try to avoid crossing a slope. If you

Warning ! Kerbs Never climb or descend a kerb greater than that in the Technical Specification. Try to avoid

Warning ! Transferring on and off Do not attempt to transfer on or off the scooter if on a slope. Always

Warning ! Speed Turning at maximum speed might cause the scooter to topple over. Always slow down for turns.

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the steering.

ensure the battery is fully charged before starting on a journey.

have to cross a slope, take great care to avoid tipping. Never make sharp turns on slopes. Never
drive on slippery or icy slopes. Never back down a slope as your scooter could tip over backwards.
If you are not comfortable with the hill gradient, consider an alternative route.

mounting or descending kerbs wherever possible, but if you have to always tackle a kerb head on.

make sur

e driving of

Befor

e it is on stable and level ground. Ensure the vehicle is switched off before you transfer.

f check the scooter for damage, particularly that which might af

no braking

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Warning ! Stopping If the scooter stops suddenly when turning, the scooter might topple. Try not to brake

when turning.

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Warning ! Leaning Over. Do not lean sideways as this could cause the scooter to topple.

Warning ! Escalators. Never drive this scooter onto an escalator as this could cause toppling and severe injury.

Warning ! Roads. The 600 series scooters are not for use on roads, apart from crossing roads at designated places.

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This vehicle is not suitable for use as a seat for an occupant when in a motor vehicle.

Warning ! If the vehicle is left out in the sun, surfaces could become extremely hot. Always try to park the

vehicle in the shade.

Controls - Dashboard

Before driving your vehicle it is important to familiarise yourself with the controls. Do not attempt to drive the
vehicle before reading the rest of this Handbook.

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Dashboard Description

1. Battery Indicator: This instrument shows the level of charge in the batteries. When in the green area the

batteries are fully charged. When in the yellow area the batteries need recharging and when in the red area the
batteries urgently need recharging. Note: When the vehicle is climbing a steep incline or starting off, the level
may drop momentarily; this is normal.

2. Speed Control Dial: This controls the top speed of your scooter. It is located on the dashboard below and to

the right of the battery indicator. When the dial is turned anticlockwise to the left, this is its slowest speed. As the
dial is turned to the right the speed will increase to a maximum, which is the highest speed. Set the speed
before you move off. Try not to adjust when the vehicle is moving.

3.

Light Switch:

When the ignition key switch is on, the head and tail lights can be switched on using the
3-position switch on the bottom right hand of the dashboard. In the upper position, both head main beam and
tail lights are on, in the lower position only the tail lights and front “dipped” beam is on. In the centre position all
lights are off.

4. Ignition Switch: The ignition key switches power to the vehicle. Remember to remove key when not in use.

Do not leave the ignition or lights on when not in use, especially when charging the vehicle.

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5. Horn: Press the button on the bottom left hand or bottom right side and the horn will sound. Release and the

horn will cease.

6. Indicators: Even when the ignition key switch is off, the indicator left or right can be selected using the rocker

switch above the key switch.

7. Hazard Warning Switch: Above the indicators is a triangular hazard-warning switch for selecting the hazard

warning lights. This will operate whether the ignition key is on or off.

8. Seatlift Switch. If seatlift accessory is fitted, this switch enables the seat to be raised or lowered. See page 11

for instruction on how this is operated.

9. Status light. (see page 16).

Controls - Driving Controls

Finger control - To operate, turn on the ignition. Pull the right
hand lever towards you and the machine moves forward. The
more you pull the lever the faster the scooter goes. To brake,
release the lever. Again the faster the lever is released the
quicker you will stop. To reverse, pull the left hand lever towards
you. Do

not pull both levers at once.

Finger controls

Freewheel Device

When the vehicle is switched off the brakes are automatically engaged. This is called “Failsafe Braking”.
Also, if the batteries are flat, the brakes are applied. There may be occasions where you may wish to
move the vehicle without power. To do this there is a Freewheel Device fitted. The Freewheel device
allows the vehicle to be pushed without power. To activate, first locate the lever. It is located below the
cover on the right hand side of the rear of the vehicle when standing behind it.

• Make sure the ignition is switched off.

• Move the lever up. The vehicle can now be pushed in “Fr

• Move the lever down to engage “drive”. The vehicle is now braked. This is the normal operating position.

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Pull the lever UP to the upper “freewheel” position to enable the
vehicle to be moved without power. Braking is disabled. NEVER
sit on the vehicle with the lever in this position.

Push the lever DOWN to the lower “drive” position. This is the
normal operating position. The brakes are enabled, and the vehicle
can only operate with the lever in this position.

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Brakes

100°

105°

115°

90°

90

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105

100

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95°

There are 2 braking systems. The first works with the accelerator. When the accelerator is released the scooter
will automatically brake and bring the scooter to a stop. When the scooter stops the primary brake will engage.
This will stop the vehicle rolling forward or backward. When you start the handbrake will automatically disengage.
If the battery should go flat the brakes automatically engage. Note that even when freewheel is selected, a
secondary braking system is applied automatically to limit the maximum speed. You may notice this system
when moving the scooter in freewheel, and is known as “regenerative braking”.

Warning! If the freewheel device is in “freewheel” the braking is disabled. Never select the freewheel

device if the scooter is on a slope or could be pushed onto a slope.

Seat Adjustment

The seat back can be positioned in either one of 5 positions by moving
the bolts on the left and right hand side of the seat. Remove the bolts
using the supplied wrench and allen key. Adjust the seat back to the most
comfortable position. Re-position the bolts and tighten in the desired posi­tion. Make sure that both sides are in the same position.

Armrest Adjustment

When getting seated on the scooter lift the armrest up. When riding always
have the armrest in the down position. Beware pinch points as the armrests
are lowered. If you require more room in the width of the seat undo the black
knobs as shown. Slide the armrests in or out to suit. Tighten both knobs to
clamp. (shown). To ensure that the user is sitting centrally, the armrests
should always be adjusted to be equidistant from the centre of the seat.

Warning! Always check the knobs are tight before driving the scooter

Swivel seat

This allows easier access to the seat

1. To operate, locate the release lever under the seat.

2. Pull the lever up and the seat will release allowing it to rotate.

3. Release the lever and the seat will lock automatically.

Warning! Do not use this device if the vehicle is on a slope. Always check the seat is locked in the

forward position befor

e driving the vehicle.

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