Shoprider GK9 User Manual

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Start 8

Model # GK9

Portable Scooter

User Manual

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INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………….…………3

FEATURE GUIDE…………………………………………………………….………..3

SAFETY ADVICE………………………………………………………………….…...4

EMI WARNING………………………………………………………….……………..

ADJUSTMENTS………………………………………………….……………………..7

SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS………………………………….…………………..1

DRIVE/FREEWHEEL OPERATION…………………………………………………10

STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR SCOOTER………………………………………….11

EXTRA GUIDELINES IN THE CONTROL OF YOUR SCOOTER……………….12

TRANSPORT/STORAGE……………………………………………………………..13

BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING………………………………………….14

MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………………………..15

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE……………………………………………………….15

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS……………………………………………………..16

QUARTERLY INSPECTION………………………………………………………….

NOTES……………………………………………………………………………….

WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER…………………………………………………………

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider® Start 8 8 Portable scooter. The Start 8 is the ultimate combination of style, comfort and portability. The Start 8 includes several innovative and convenient features. The Start 8 goes with you wherever you go and can be assembled or disassembled in just seconds with wireless quick-connect components. The Start 8 is light and compact, and can be stored in small areas such as the trunk or back seat of your car. The compact features support easy transportation of your Start 8 for today’s active lifestyle. The Start 8 can be used in confined spaces both indoors and out. Direct drive transaxle and automatic electromagnetic brake give a smooth, safe and efficient ride. We know that the Start 8 portable scooter will provide many years of mobility for you.

Please ensure that you read this manual carefully, it is important for your safety that you understand the guidelines and instructions given.

SMART FEATURE GUIDE (Fig 1)

1. Tiller control head

2. Detachable seat with fold down back with removable pads

3. Removable flip-up arm rests

4. Detachable basket

5. Detachable battery-pack

6. Tiller adjustment knob

7. Swivel seat lever and seat release lever

8. Puncture proof tires

9. Anti-tip wheels

10. Tiller lock for transport

NOTE: For Safety, this lock is designed to break away if the scooter is driven when locked)

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SAFETY ADVICE

• DO NOT carry passengers.

• DO NOT exceed inclines over 6 degrees (10% grade).

• DO NOT turn on steep inclines.

• DO NOT turn suddenly at high speeds.

• DO NOT get on or off the scooter unless the brake is on and the scooter is switched

off.

• DO NOT switch off the scooter while the scooter is moving.

• DO NOT drive the scooter where you can not safely or legally walk.

• DO NOT drive the scooter on the road, street or highway.

• DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs greater than 2 inches in height. Doing so could

cause your scooter to turn over, causing injury or damage to the scooter.

• DO NOT drink or use a mobile phone when driving your scooter.

• DO NOT exceed the suggested user weight limit. Doing so, could cause personal

injury and invalidate the warranty.

• ALWAYS keep your feet on the scooter when moving.

• Consult your doctor if there is any doubt about your ability to use a scooter safely.

• ALWAYS slow down and proceed carefully when traveling over rough or uneven

ground.

• For individuals with balance problems practice getting on the scooter with assistance of a qualified healthcare professional.

• DO NOT operate the scooter without anti-tip wheels installed.

• DO NOT use an escalator to move a scooter between floors. Serious injury could

occur.

• DO NOT drive the scooter on an incline that has oil, water or ice film on it.

• DO NOT try to lift the scooter by its seat, tiller, or any removable parts. Any of these

could cause injury to the user or damage to the scooter.

• DO NOT use parts or accessories that are not authorized by Shoprider®.

• Before sitting in or exiting the scooter, REMOVE the key from the ignition. This will

insure the POWER is off and the scooter can not move under its own power.

• As a general precaution, always remove the key from the ignition while the scooter is not in use. This will prevent use by untrained and unauthorized persons.

• DO NOT connect any medical device to the scooter battery. This could cause failure of the device, the scooter and personal injury.

• Make sure the tiller is properly adjusted to the user or damage and injury could result.

• DO NOT transport in a vehicle WHILE seated on the scooter. Shoprider® will not be

responsible for any injury or damage that might result.

• DO NOT use the scooter in the rain or near any other water source where the scooter may get wet. Direct exposure to rain or dampness could cause damage to the scooter electrical components.

• For maximum battery life, make sure to fully charge batteries for up to 12 hours prior to first use.

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EMI WARNING

Shoprider® scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radio, and cellular phones. The interference (from radio wave sources) can cause the scooter to release its brakes, move by itself, or move in unintended directions. It can also permanently damage the scooter’s control system.

The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types:

1. Hand-held portable transceivers (transmitters-receivers) with the antenna mounted

directly on the transmitting unit. Examples include: citizens band (CB) radios, “walkie talkie”, security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices.

NOTE! Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are ON, even when not being used.

2. Medium-range mobile transceivers, such as those used in police cars, fire trucks,

ambulances, and taxis. These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle.

3. Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as commercial broadcast

transmitters (radio and TV broadcast antenna towers) and amateur (HAM) radios.

NOTE! Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, and cassette players, and small appliances, such as electric shavers and hair dryers, so far as we know, are not likely to cause problems to the scooter.

Scooter Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)

Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the scooter’s control system while using these devices. This can affect scooter movement and braking. Therefore, the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the scooter.

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WARNINGS

1. Do not operate hand-held transceivers (transmitters-receivers), such as citizens

band (CB) radios, or turn ON personal communication devices, such as cellular phones, while the scooter is turned ON.

2. Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations, and try to avoid

coming close to them.

3. If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the scooter OFF as soon as it

is safe.

4. Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the scooter may

make it more susceptible to EMI.

NOTE! There is no easy way to evaluate the overall immunity of the scooter.

5. Report all incidents of unintended movement or braking to your Shoprider® provider,

and note whether there are sources of EMI nearby.

WARNING! Shoprider® is not responsible for damage or injury incurred due to improper and unsafe use of our scooter.

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