Excel Galaxy Plus User Manual

EXCEL

EXCEL

EXCEL

EXCEL

EXCEL

User Manual

Excel Galaxy Plus

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User Manual

© 2013 VAN OS MEDICAL B.V., Koperslagerij 3, 4651 SK, Steenbergen, The Netherlands

Tel. [phone], Fax [phone], E-mail: [e-mail],

www.vanosmedical.nl

BEFORE USE YOUR NEW GALAXY PLUS SCOOTER YOU AND / OR YOUR ATTENDANT

MUST READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL.

General information

You have just purchased a Van Os Medical B.V. scooter and we want to thank you for
the confidence in our EXCEL® products. The scooter is a quality product.

The policy of Van Os Medical B.V. is to continually improve the quality and reliability
of our products. We reserve the right, therefore, without prior notification, to alter
this guide.

It is important that your guide for the use is read carefully. The manual contains
important information about the safe use and maintenance of your scooter. We
recommend that you keep this guide, it's also your proof of warranty and you will
find it useful for referring to at a later date.

The safety instructions in this guide are general guidelines that must be seen as
broad guidelines.

Your new scooter requires frequent maintenance, much of which you can do
yourself. We want you to take your scooter once a year to be inspected by a
professional.

Caution!

In this guide you will find informative comments, recommendations and warnings.
These are clearly identified by the below symbols and the appearance of the text.

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Tip

information.

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Warning:

To avoid personal injury, warnings must be followed.

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Fill out the information on your authorized dealer below:

Company: …………………………………………………………………

Address: …………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………

Telephone number: …………………………………………………………………

Fax number: …………………………………………………………………

Email address: …………………………………………………………………

Website: …………………………………………………………………

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Tel. [phone], Fax [phone], E-mail: [e-mail],

www.vanosmedical.nl

1 IDENTIFICATION ......................................................................................................... 4

2 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR SCOOTER ................................................ 5

2.1 COMPONENTS OF THE SCOOTER ...................................................................................................5

2.2 GENERAL EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES OF YOUR SCOOTER .....................................6

3 SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................................................................................... 6

3.1 GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ...................................................................................................6

3.2 WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE ..........................................................................................................6

4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ............................................................................................... 7

4.1 CONTROL UNITS .......................................................................................................................8

4.2 GETTING ON AND OFF .............................................................................................................10

4.3 BEFORE DRIVING ....................................................................................................................10

4.4 BASIC DRIVING ......................................................................................................................11

4.5 STEERING .............................................................................................................................12

4.6 CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS...............................................................................................12

4.7 GOING UP AN INCLINE / DOWN A DECLINE ....................................................................................14

4.8 EMI / RFI............................................................................................................................15

5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MOUNTING OPTIONS ................................................... 17

5.1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................17

5.2 ARMREST ADJUSTMENTS ..........................................................................................................18

5.3 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................19

5.4 TILLER .................................................................................................................................20

5.5 DISASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................................20

5.6 ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................21

6 TRANSPORT AND TRANSIT IN CAR............................................................................... 21

7 CARE AND MAINTAINANCE ......................................................................................... 21

8 PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS ......................................................................... 22

9 WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 23

9.1 WARRANTY APPLICATION .........................................................................................................23

9.2 DEFINITION...........................................................................................................................23

10 GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 24

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www.vanosmedical.nl

1 IDENTIFICATION

Your Galaxy plus scooter is equipped with a unique identification number. You can
find this number on the frame of your scooter. Below is an example of the frame
label on which you can find the identification number. Furthermore you will find the

explanation of the various data stored on the frame label listed below.

1. Production date The date on which your scooter was

manufactured.

2. Serial number Every scooter has its own unique identification

number. You must have this number when making
technical requests or if warranty parts are
required.

3. Maximum user weight The largest occupant weight allowed for

protection of both the scooter and the user.

4. Type number This number indicates which model of scooter you

have, again this is always required when making
technical calls.

5. Model name The model name of your scooter.

6. Description Description of the design of your scooter

7. Warranty Here the guarantee period of your wheelchair is

reflected. Chapter 9 describes your warranty
terms and conditions in more detail.

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2 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR SCOOTER

2.1 Components of the scooter

1

Mirror

12

Rear fender

2

Steer/ Battery socket

13

Rear shroud

3

Ignition key

14

Rear light

4

Basket

15

Freewheel lever

5

Tiller lever adjustment

16

Armrest reflector

6

Front light

17

Armrest adjustment knob

7

Front cover

18

Armrest

8

Front bumper

19

Seating

9

Front wheel

20

Tiller

10

Foot plate

21

Control panel

11

Rear wheel

22

Headrest

Your scooter is equipped with a number of elements and parts. You should know
these before continue reading this manual. Designs and specifications may change
without prior notice.

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2.2 General explanation of the function and possibilities of your scooter

Your scooter is equipment with multifunctional brakes and stable wheels who role
easy. The scooter is designed to be adjusted to the user. Your scooter is a medical
product, not a standard users product. It is important that your guide for the use is
read carefully for optimal use of your scooter.

3 SAFETY REGULATIONS

Van Os Medical B.V. specifically disclaims responsibility for any body injury or
property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with laws or
ordinances. If used correctly, the Excel scooter is an utmost safe and stable product,
if the instructions for use as described in this manual are followed. However, it is
possible when the Excel scooter is not used correctly, dangerous situations may
occur.

3.1 General safety regulations

Protect your Excel Galaxy Plus scooter by checking it regularly. When a part of your
Excel scooter is not functioning properly, a dangerous situating could occur.

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Warning:

You must your keep scooter in a good state to be able guarantee use and
ambulatory the security in.

3.2 Warnings for safe use

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Warnings:

 Failure to follow all the instructions in this manual may result in damage to the

scooter or serious injury;

 Always operate your scooter with thought, care and safety;
 Do not drive into curbs;
 Never connect anything to the wheels;
 The maximum weight capacity has been indicated on your scooter frame label;
 Unauthorized modification and or use of parts not supplied by Excel will

invalidate the warranty of this scooter and may lead to injury to the user and
or damage to the scooter;

 Before using your scooter, always check if the brakes are working perfectly;
 Do not let children play with or on your scooter;
 All wheels must be in contact with the floor at all times during use. This will

ensure the scooter is properly balanced;

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 Do not turn your scooter suddenly at full speed;
 Do not use your scooter when it is damaged or has any malfunction;
 Do not attempt to use your scooter on an escalator. Always use an elevator;
 Do not carry passengers under any circumstances;
 Do not mount or dismount your scooter unless the brake is engaged;
 Always make sure that the key switch is set to “Off” before mounting or

dismounting your scooter;

 Do not drive backwards with your scooter on an incline or across an uneven

surface;

 Always make sure the seat is locked forward before operating your scooter;
 Always come to a full stop before changing direction from forward to reverse

or from reverse to forward;

 Do not operate your scooter where you could not safely or legally walk;
 Do not climb ramps or curbs that exceed your scooters capacity;
 Always approach inclines straight on;
 Always be aware of and careful near mechanical pinch points especially when

assembling and disassembling your scooter;

 Never sit on your scooter when it is being transported;
 Always fasten down your scooter securely with an approved tie-down system

while transporting your scooter;

 Never operate your scooter if it is not functioning properly;
 Always use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass and

gravel. Also use caution on decks where there is no railing;

 Always cross streets at intersections and use crosswalks or the most direct

route, making sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor
traffic;

 Never back up or down a step or curb;
 Never drive your scooter up or down a step or curb that is higher than 4cm;
 Never drive your scooter over a gap greater than 7.5 cm;
 Do not drive your scooter in icy of salted conditions;
 Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street;
 Never operate your scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol;
 Always check with your physician to determine if any of the medications you

are taking may affect your judgment and/or your ability to operate your
scooter. Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to
operate a scooter.

4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Your Excel Galaxy Plus scooter is a battery working personnel mobility vehicle.
Before you take your first trip, you should familiarize yourself well with the
operation of the vehicle and with all operating elements. Take your time to test all
functions and driving modes. To guarantee your and others safety.

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4.1 Control units

Controle panel:

Speed button

 With the speed button you can adjust the minimum and maximum speed;
 Turn the knob against the clock for lower speed;
 Turn the knob clock wise for a higher speed;
 We advise you to adjust your speed as high as you think is comfortable.

Horn
Press this button to horn.

Emergency light
When you press this button all the light will turn. Press one more time to turn it off.

Lever forward and backwards

 Pull the right lever to drive forwards;
 Pull the left lever to drive backwards.

Horn

Speed button

Lever

Battery indicator

Emergency

Indicator
right

Turtle
knob

Indicator
left

Big light

Horn

Lever