EVO VT8 User guide

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VT8 E-SCOOTER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Please read and understand this entire manual before assembly or use

IMPORTANT:

Please contact our customer service number if any enquiries: www.htigroup.co.uk [email protected] 0300 303 5544 Save all packaging material until assembly is completed.

HTI Group, Eastham House, Copse Road, Fleetwood, FY7 7NY, UK

HTI EU Authorised Representative The Merrion Buildings Iconic Offices, 18-20 Merrion Street, Dublin 2, D02 XH98, Ireland

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY NOTICE ABOUT YOUR SCOOTER, PARTS LIST & OPERATING RANGE GENERAL WARNINGS & PRODUCT DIAGRAM ASSEMBLY & SET UP FOLD AND UNFOLD CHARGING YOUR LITHIUM SCOOTER HOW TO OPERATE YOUR LITHIUM SCOOTER WARNING MAINTENANCE & DISPOSAL OF BATTERY TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE WARRANTY STATEMENT

SAFETY NOTICE

WARNING! IT IS ILLEGAL TO USE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS (ROADS/PAVEMENTS): ONLY TO BE USED ON PRIVATE PROPERTY WITH THE OWNER'S CONSENT. APPROPRIATE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO BE WORN AT ALL TIMES AND CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT. .

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND FOLLOW IT.

The correct way to ride

1. When riding the scooter, please wear a safety helmet and other protective equipment, as well as fitting sports shoes.

3. Do not ride this product in unsafe or illegal places.

Only use the product in accordance with local

regulation.

2. This product is an electric scooter for adults. Usage is limited to one person. Do not carry others at the same time.

5. Do not take dangerous actions such as riding with one hand while operating the scooter. Always hold the handlbars with both hands and keep both feet on the scooter.

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SAFETY NOTICE

6. Do not go over bumps that are steeper than 3 cm. This may cause the scooter to overturn and cause injury to the user or damage the scooter. Bumps or potholes less than 3cm should also be avoided as much as possible.

8. Do not use in wet or icy weather.

7. For your driving safety, always keep safe speed. Avoid using the scooter at night.

9. In the event of bumps or poor road conditions, please operate the scooter slowly or get off the scooter and manually push until conditions improve.

10. Do not ride the scooter on oily terrains or icy surfaces.

11. Do not immerse the product in water to avoid damage to the electrical parts of the vehicle.

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SAFETY NOTICE

>100kg

12. In severe weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds, please avoid riding as much as possible to avoid possible damage. During wet weather, extension of braking distance should be reserved.

Caution!

Fire

14. Please avoid using or placing or store the scooter in a extremely high or low temperature environment.

13. The user should use this product in accordance with the relevant instructions in this product manual, and not exceed the load that the

scooter can bear (Maximum weight: 100kg).

15. Ride on a smooth road. Don’t ride on a road with pits.

16. Ride legally in strict accordance with the local laws and regulations.

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ABOUT YOUR NEW ELECTRIC LITHIUM SCOOTER

Thank you for purchasing our product. Keep these points in mind as you read this guide:

Materials

Size:

Weight:

Scooter:

Material: Steel & Alu. Folded Size(mm): 1160*705*510mm Unfolded Size(mm): 1160*690*1150mm

N.W: 15kg Max Load: 100kg

Max speed(km/h): 25 km/h Max range(k): 28km Max incline:15° Using temperature: 0°C - 45°C IP Grade: IPX4

Motor:

Battery:

Charger:

Rated power(W): 350W Front Wheel Size: 230mm Rear Wheel Size: 230mm

Rated voltage: 36V Capacity(Ah): 7.5Ah

Rated input (V/A): 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 2.5A Rated output voltage: 42V Current: 2.0A Charging time(H): 4-5 Hours Model No.: GJS150-4200200 Plug: Type G

PARTS LIST

PART

NO.

PART

NAME

PICTURE REMARKS

QTY (pcs)

PART

NO.

PART

NAME

PICTURE REMARKS

QTY (pcs)

Body

Hex Key

Screw

3mm

Air Valve

Extender

Charger

Power Cord

Instruction

Manual

OPERATING RANGE

Please notice the scooter can travel a distance of 28km on a fully charged battery in ideal conditions. The following are some of the major factors that will affect the operating range of your scooter.

TERRAIN: A smooth, flat surface will increase your driving distance, while driving uphill, as well as rough or uneven terrain will reduce your distance significantly.

WEIGHT: The weight of the user can affect driving distance, a lighter user will have further range than a heavier user.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: Please ride and store the scoooter under recommended temperatures, which will increase driving distance, battery life, and overall performance of your scooter.

MAINTENANCE: Reasonable battery charging and maintenance will increase the distance. Overcharging the battery can reduce range.

SPEED AND DRIVING STYLE: Maintaining a moderate speed will increase your distance; while travelling at high speeds for extended periods, frequent starts, stop, idling, along with frequent acceleration and deceleration will reduce your overall distance.

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WARNING!

FOR SAFETY, PLEASE READ ALL WARNINGS AND ASSEMBLY/USE INSTRUCTIONS.

The product contains small parts, which are for adult assembly only. Keep children away when assembling.

• PREVENT FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK:

- Do not charge near heat or flammable materials. Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area ONLY.

- Do not over charge the lithium battery.

- Charge the battery in a dry area indoor only.

• The charger is not a toy.

• Do not open the charger. Exposed wiring and circuitry inside case may cause electric shock. Only adults may handle or charge the battery. NEVER allow child to handle or charge the battery.

• Before charging the battery, check for wear or damage to the battery, charger, its supply cord and the connectors. DO NOT charge the battery if any damage to parts has occurred.

• Do not allow the battery to drain completely. Recharge the battery after each use or once a month if not used regularly.

• The electric lithium scooter is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the electric lithium scooter by a person responsible for their safety.

• Do not allow children under 14 years old to use this product.

• IF the supply cord of charger is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• The output cord of charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the charger should be scrapped. Use only with GJS150-4200200 supply (The charger supplied with the scooter).

• WARNING: For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the detachable supply unit provided with this electric lithium scooter.

• This electric lithium scooter contains batteries that are non-replaceable. The battery should be replaced by a competent person. Please contact helpline for assistance.

Right handlebar

KEEP THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED

PRODUCT DIAGRAM

Power On/O button

Throttle

Display

Left handlebar

Folding clip

Front light

Display

Front fender

Steering column

Folding hook

Folding lever

Front wheel

Hand brake

Deck

Charging port

Rear fender

Rear light

Rear wheel

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ASSEMBLY & SET UP

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● Handle with care! Hold the handlebar and steering column.

● Pull up the folding lever and lock the steering column in place.

● Life up steering column and handlebar with care.

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ASSEMBLY & SET UP

● Insert and assemble the handlebar into the steering column. Make sure the screw holes on steering column align with the screw holes on handlebar.

● Use the hex key to fasten the screws on both sides tightly.

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FOLD AND UNFOLD

Fold

1 2 3

● Pull down the folding lever to release the steering column.

● Fold the steering column.

● Make sure the folding clip (near

Unfold

1 2 3

the throttle) click onto the folding hook on deck.

● Release folding clip from folding hook on deck.

● Unfold the steering column.

● Make sure pull up the folding lever

and lock the steering column in place.

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CHARGING YOUR LITHIUM SCOOTER

WARNING!

• This product has CHARGING PROTECTION: When charging, all the functions will be cut off!

● LCD Panel will switch on to indicate the battery level if the scooter is switched on.

Battery Level

Battery Charging

● Power off the scooter. Let it rest on ground and open charging port cover.

4. Charge for 4 to 5 hours until the light indicator changes from Red to Green.

5. During charging, all function of the lithium scooter is disabled.

6. During the charging, the RED indicator of battery charger will light up.

7. Once the charging is completed or disconnected from the lithium scooter, the GREEN indicator will light up.

8. Unplug charger from lithium scooter and place charging cover back to the charging port.

9. There is CHARGING PROTECTION and the lithium battery will not be charged when the temperature of lithium

battery is hot (e.g. 50 degrees or after extended period of riding. ). If this happens, switch off the lithium scooter, wait for 30 minutes and let the temperature of lithium battery cool down. Then plug-in the charging plug for charging again.

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● Plug-in the charging plug of battery charger to charging port of lithium scooter.

● Plug-in the power plug of battery charger into socket.

SCOOTER SHOULD ONLY BE CHARGED

UNDER SUPERVISION OF ADULT!

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR LITHIUM SCOOTER

LCD Panel Display

Speed

Gear Mode

Light On

Battery Level

Hand brake

Folding Clip

Power On/Off button

Throttle

POWER ON / OFF

Press ON/OFF Button to switch on the scooter and LCD panel. Press and hold the ON/OFF Button (in ON mode) to switch off the scooter and LCD panel.

SPEED CONTROL

Press and hold the right Throttle to accelerate. Release the Throttle to decelerate. The deeper the Throttle is pressed down the faster the scooter will move.

GEAR MODE

Short press the Power On/Off button twice to switch gear (ECO > D > S > ECO) The gear can be set to "ECO" for ECO mode at max. 15km/h, "D" for Drive mode at max.20km/h, "S" for Sport mode at max.25km/h.

HANDBRAKE

Pull the left hand brake to stop the scooter.

HEADLIGHT ON / OFF

When the scooter is powered on and light is off, short press the Power On/Off button to TURN ON the light. When the scooter is powered on and light is on, short press the Power On/Off button to TURN OFF the light.

Note: Kick start until the scooter is moving, then press throttle. The motor will engage only if the scooter gains momentum.

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WARNING!

A GUIDE TO SAFE SCOOTING:

1. This is an electric lithium scooter designed for a single rider only.

2. Ensure all locking devices are engaged before using the scooter, EN14619, Class A.

3. Please add oil for lubrication periodically and replace bearings ( centre of front wheel ) when worn.

4. Use a few drops of light machine oil to lubricate wheel bearings. Clean bearings ( centre of front wheel ) after use.

5. Make sure that the user is capable of riding this scooter.

6. Always give pedestrians right of way, and don’t ride too close to them.

7. Never park your electric lithium scooter where it can cause a nuisance.

8. Avoid hazards that may cause you to lose control of your electric lithium scooter such as pot holes, uneven pavements and manhole covers.

9. Leave plenty of room when passing parked vehicles and watch out for doors being opened in your path.

10. Remember the braking distance will increase in wet weather, checks of the brake and steering should be made.

11. Never carry packages in your hands while scootering, or fix anything to your scooter that could obstruct your visibility or control.

12. Don’t wear very loose clothing, which could hang down and become caught in the wheels.

13. We recommend that light-coloured or fluorescent clothing should be worn which helps others to see you in daylight and poor light.

14. Always wear personal protective equipment. We recommend a helmet, long-sleeved shirt, long trousers, sport shoes ( not open toed ) , elbow pads and knee pads. Gloves and eye protection also make good sense.

15. Cover your handlebars, steering column and top tube with safety pads for extra protection.

WARNING AND IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE:

• Read these instructions carefully before riding.

• This electric lithium scooter is only for a person of 14 years above. Maximum loading should not be exceed 100kg.

• This electric lithium scooter is not a toy and it is for leisure purpose.

• The user should check the limitation of use according to local regulations and law.

• The electric lithium scooter should not be used on any surface other than on flat even ground.

• The electric lithium scooter should be used on flat, dry and clean road. Do not ride public roads or slopes. Do not ride on surface with water, projecting pieces, sand, cracks or on uneven ground or roads with obstacles.

• The electric lithium scooter is not designed for riding on gravelled roads, on grass surface or any other uneven surface as this could cause damage to the electric lithium scooter.

• Not to be used in traffic.

• The rider should wear protective equipment consisting of gloves, wrist protectors,knee pads, helmet and elbow pads.

• The rider should check the steering system is correctly adjusted and that all connection components are firmly secured and not broken.

• The electric lithium scooter is not designed to be dropped when not in use. If the electric lithium scooter is dropped after use, the components (plastic, foam and tubing) of scooter will be damaged over a period of time. If there is any damage on the electric lithium scooter, please replace the damaged part as soon as possible to avoid any incident.

• Before riding, please check both hand brake and rear brake and make sure they work properly and lock components are in position. Check all parts, such as the left and right handlebars, the left hand brake, the right throttle, the LCD control panel, all nuts and bolts are secured and assembled correctly. Also check the function of rear light and it should function properly and light up when the left electric brake is pressed. Always keep fingers away from moving parts to avoid pinching and entrapment.

• Do not ride at night or in the darkness. Do not do acrobatics with the scooter.

• Mechanism to reduce speed will get hot from continuous use, do not touch after braking.

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

• Regular maintenances on electric lithium scooter can enhance the safety of electric lithium scooter.

• Check the bearing ( centre of front wheel ) regularly, maintenance on bearing is important.

• Check the wheels regularly, replace of wheels if applicable.

• No modification other than to the manufacturer’s instructions shall be made.

• Check the self-locking nuts and other self-locking fixings regularly, these self-locking nuts and self-locking fixings may lose their effectiveness if they are not fastened tight.

• Prior to any cleaning, disconnect the charger with the electric lithium scooter. Use the damp cloth to wipe clean.

• In case of any functional issues, please contact customer services number. Do not attempt to fix it yourself as this may invalidate your warranty.

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WARNING!

1. Only use the product in accordance with local regulations.

2. It is designed for persons aged 14 or above. 3 Protective helmet is strongly recommended.

4. WARNING! Never use the product close to a water source.

5. WARNING! Stop using the product when damaged.

6. WARNING! Never use the product out of the spaces authorized by the regulations.

7. Max rider weight 100kg.

8. Maximum speed: 25km/h.

9. IMPORTANT! Read carefully and keep for future reference.

10. Any load attached to the handlebar will affect the stability of the electric lithium scooter.

11. The user should check the limits of use in accordance with the local regulations.

12. To brake the scooter, the user can use either the left hand brake or the rear foot brake or both at the same time. During wet weather, expect braking distances to be doubled.

13. Protective equipment should be worn such as hand/ wrist, knee, head and elbow protections.

14. It is necessary to check that the steering system is correctly adjusted and all connection elements (such as folding systems) are correctly tightened and not broken, and that the brakes and wheels are in good condition.

15. WARNING! As with any mechanical components, a vehicle is subject to high stresses and wear. The various materials and components may react differently to wear or fatigue. If the expected service life for a component has been exceeded, it may break suddenly, therefore risking causing injuries to the user. Cracks, scratches and discoloration in the areas subject to high stresses indicate that the component has exceeded its service life and should be replaced.

16. It is recommended to avoid obstacle jumps. It is recommended to get off of vehicle when these obstacles become dangerous due to their shape, height and slippage.

17. Take the time to learn the basics of the practice to avoid any serious accident that can take place in the first months.

18. Avoid overcrowded areas.

19. In all cases, take care of yourself and others.

20. This electric lithium scooter is not intended for acrobatic use.

21. Regularly check the tightening of the various bolted elements, in particular the wheel axles, the folding system and the steering system.

22. Eliminate any sharp edges caused by use.

23. Do not modify or transform the vehicle, including the steering tube and sleeve, steering column, folding mechanism and rear brake.

24. Do not use headphones or cell phone when riding the scooter.

25. Any user of this product should read and understand the instruction manual and warning prior to using this product.

26. Do not allow children under 14 years old to use this product.

27. Do not allow any person over 100kg including backpack or other belongings to use this product.

28. Do not ride at night.

29. Never use near motor vehicles.

30. Only one rider is permitted at a time.

31. To avoid risk of injury, do not use this product if you have difficulty in walking, standing or balancing.

32. Not to be used under the influence of alcohol or strong medication.

33. Protective helmet is strongly recommended. Wear personal protective equipment.

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MAINTENANCE

• If the tyres are underinflated, release the valve cap connected to the air valve extender on the value and use a pump to inflate the tyres to not more than 50 PSI (340 kpa).

WARNING!

- For the purpose of recharging the battery, only use the detachable supply unit provided with this product (Charger model: GJS150-4200200 ). NEVER substitute the battery or the charger with another brand. Using another battery or charger may cause a fire or explosion.

- Do not use the battery or charger for any other product.

- NEVER modify the electric circuit system. Tampering with the electric system may cause a shock, fire or explosion or may permanently damage the system.

- Charging: RED light

- Charging completed: Green light

DISPOSAL OF BATTERY

• Your lithium battery must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.

• Do not dispose of your lithium battery in a fire. The battery may explode or leak.

• Do not dispose of a lithium battery in your regular, household trash. The incineration, land filling or mixing of sealed lead-acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law.

• Return an exhausted battery to your local approved lithium battery recycle, such as a local seller of automotive batteries.

• Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound recycling and disposal of lithium batteries.

• The battery must be charged only by adult. Please charge the product before using!

• Any rechargeable battery must only be charged under adult's supervision.

• The battery charger used with the scooter are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts, in the event of such damage, they must not be used until that damage has been repaired.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Scooter Will Not

Start

Scooter

Run Time

Is Short

Scooter

Runs

Sluggishly

Battery

is not charged

Wires or connectors

are loose

or unplugged

Charger

is not working

Without

forward momentum

before depressing

the throttle

Battery

requires charging

Battery

will not full charge

Scooter

is overloaded

Unsuitable

riding conditions

Fully charge the battery. First charge for at least 5 hours prior to using the scooter for the first time.

Check to ensure that charger is tightly plugged into the charging port.

Ensure power flow to the wall outlet is on.

Kick start until the scooter is moving, then press throttle. The motor will engage only if the scooter gains momentum.

Charge the battery for at least 5 hours for the first charge, and at least 5 hours for subsequent charges. Make sure charger plug is connected to 100-240V power supply.

Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is on. Battery may need to be replaced. Even with the proper care, rechargable batteries do not last forever. The average rechargeable battery life is 1 to 2 years depending on scooter conditions and use. replace only with EVO replacement batteries

Make sure the scooter is not overloaded. This product is designed to sustain a maximum of 80kg. An excessive overload triggers off automatic protection and makes the scooter refuse to start. Do not ride uphill a steep slope or use the scooter to tow any carriage. Do not overload the scooter, which may cause the battery and the electronics to age prematurely and damage the power system.

Only ride on solid, even clean and dry surfaces such as pavement or flat ground.

Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make sure they are tight.

Contact Customer Support Center at 0300 303 5544 for diagnosis and repair options.

The battery incorporates a system that will automatically cut out the power. If these situations occur, the scooter will automatically reset and run as normal. Please do not run the scooter under these conditions as the system will continue to cut the power as the battery and motor are being overloaded.

Sometimes

the scooter

doesn’t run

The scooter

motor cuts

out after the

scooter has

been ridden

up steep gradients or in situations

where the

maximum load

has been exceeded on the scooter

Loose wires or

connection

Motor or electrical

switch damage

Battery protection

system

Spare Parts

• Due to general wear and tear, occasionally you may need to purchase spare parts to keep your scooter in peak condition. It is important to use the correct spare parts for your particular model ie. VT8 E-SCOOTER, to purchase them directly from us.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

WARRANTY

Here at HTI Group, we offer a limited warranty for a period of 12 months from date of purchase. This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, tyres and related parts, or any damage, failure or loss caused by improper assembly, maintenance, storage or mis-use.

WARRANTY WILL BE VOID IN THE FOLLOWING CIRCUMSTANCES:

• used in a manner other than for recreation or transportation;

• modified in any way;

• damage to the e-scooter caused by an accident or collision;

• damage to the e-scooter caused by improper use, overloading, or being placed near fire;

• improper battery maintenance due to being submerged in water, rained on heavily, etc;

• damage caused by flooding, storms, snow or other natural occurrences;

• the e-scooter has been left dormant after being in long-term storage for more than 3 months;

• damage caused by attempts to tamper with any of the electronic systems on the e-scooter;

• warranty will be void if product is rented.

Additionally, tyre parts and tyres are not covered by the warranty. If the pneumatic tyres are damaged due to driving over sharp objects, this will not be covered by the warranty.

PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Type Warranty Content

Controller

Lithium battery

Main body

Controller and dashboard

Lithium battery pack and protection board

Frame, wheel hub motor and rear-wheel hub

HTI is not liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage due to the direct or indirect use of this product. For your records, we recommend to save your original sales receipt with your HTI product manual and batch code directly on your product manual for reference.

PRODUCTS MISSING PARTS

Any missing parts at the time of purchase are covered under warranty. Please keep your original sales receipt in a safe place. We will need a copy of it to process any warranty request.

Warranty

Period

12 months

You will also need the 7 digit product ID (1437775 / 1437776) together with the Batch Code, which are located on the bottom side of the deck when calling.

You can reach our Customer Support Center at 0300 303 5544.

1437775.ARG / 1437776.ARG V3 May 2021

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