EMU 2012, 2012 Max, 2013 Mini, 2013 Max Mini Owner's Manual
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American Scooter Company, L.L.C.
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READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE ASSEMBLING
AND RIDING
EMU Trike
Electric Multi Use Trike
Owners
Manual
2012-2013
Models – EMU-Mini & EMU-Max
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Table of Contents
Front Cover-----------------------------------1
Table of Contents---------------------------2
Technical Information----------------------3
Warning Statement-------------------------4
Safety Warning------------------------------5
EMU Parts List-------------------------------6
Tool Kit & Assembly------------------------7
Installing the Handlebar-------------------9
Connecting Electric Plugs----------------10
Removal of Battery Cover---------------11
Battery Connection------------------------12
Folding the Handlebar--------------------13
Installing Basket----------------------------14
Charging Batteries-------------------------15
Riding your EMU---------------------------16
Adjusting Brakes---------------------------17
Remote Key Fob---------------------------18
Maintenance--------------------------------19
Trouble Shooting---------------------------21
Warranty--------------------------------------22-23
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Technical Information
Type of Motor 48V Permanent Magnet Brushless DC Motor
Motor Power 350W (Mini) 500W (Max)
Battery Type Sealed Lead Acid Batteries (Mini) x 4
Lithium Batteries (Max)
Battery 14AH 48V
Charger UL Approved 110v
Charging Time 4-8 hours
Rated Speed (2 speed) Mini 0-5mph & 0-15mph*
Max 0-8mph & 0-20mph *
Single Charge distance Mini Up to 15 miles*
Max up to 20 miles*
Maximum Capacity 285 lbs
EMU. Net Weight Mini around 90 lbs
Max around 70 lbs
*Note: Speed and distance may vary depending upon the terrain and weight
load.
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Warning Statement
STOP ----- IMPORTANT!
Before you ride your EMU please read this carefully:
Your existing insurance policy may not provide coverage for your
EMU trike of electric vehicles. You should contact your insurance
company to confirm if coverage is provided.
Please do not ride your EMU until you have read this owners manual
completely and you fully understand all its contents. This manual
contains critical information for your safety. If you have any questions
about the safe operation of your EMU, you should contact your
authorized EMU dealer.
It is very important that you follow all the safety instruction within this
manual in order to ensure maximum safety.
Failure to comply with all the standards outlined in this manual could
result in fire/ or serious injury.
American Scooter Company or authorized dealers will not be liable
for any damage or injuries caused by unsafe or faulty assembly or
unauthorized repairs. Any repairs carried out by unauthorized service
technicians are the sole responsibility of the owner and the Warranty
becomes void. Always follow local laws to where you can ride your
EMU.
Our EMU range of products are designed to be ecologically
conscious, please dispose of used batteries in compliance with local
laws.
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Safety Warning
(Please read before riding your EMU)
Before riding your EMU please read and be sure you understand this manual
completely. The EMU is not a toy and should always be operated in a safe
manner. American Scooter Company will not be liable for any damages or
injuries to any person. Any questions you may have about the safe operation of
your EMU should be directed to your authorized dealer.
Failure to comply with the safety warnings and operating instructions included in
this manual could result in serious injury to the operator and to others.
The EMU is not designed for all user repairs. An authorized EMU repair
technician should carry out repairs. American Scooter Company will not be liable
for any damage or injuries due to repairs by unauthorized individuals.
The EMU should only be operated by individuals 16 years of age or older.
The EMU is not a toy and should always be used responsibly.
Safety Instructions
Always wear approved safety equipment when operating the EMU.
Observe the maximum weight capacity of 265 lbs.
No more than one person should ride the EMU at a time.
The EMU should always be operated in a safe manner under safe
conditions. Observe local laws.
Before riding, inspect the EMU to insure all quick releases and pivot points
are secured properly. Make sure handlebars are secured and hand brake
is in operating condition.
Check the battery to insure it is properly charged.
The power ignition must be off when charging.
Remove your EMU from charge once it is charged. Do not leave charger
plugged in any longer that 8 hours.
Charge the battery after when required.
Do not expose the EMU, batteries or charger to wet conditions.
Always drive on paved surfaces.
Be careful when riding on wet or uneven surfaces.
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EMU Parts List
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Tool Kit
Charger
Tool Kit
Assembling the EMU
1/ Unpack the E.M.U. and
inspect all the parts to insure
all are included. Please
contact your E.M.U. dealer
immediately if any parts are
missing or damaged when
shipped.
Place your E.M.U. on a flat,
clean surface. Place a block
3.5” under the front, by the
battery. This will make it
easier for the next step.
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