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Scootie Jr.
Portable Scooter
Model: TE-787M
User Manual
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION………………………………………………………………………3
FEATURE GUIDE……………………………………………………………………..3
SAFETY ADVICE……………………………………………………………………...4
EMI WARNING………………………………………………………………………...5
WARNINGS…………………………………………………………………………….6
ADJUSTMENTS………………………………………………………………………..7
SCOOTER TILLER CONTROLS……………………………………………………..9
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………………………………………………………….17
WARRANTY…………………………………………………………………………….18
DISCLAIMER…………………………………………………………………………...18
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Shoprider® Scootie Jr. Portable scooter. The
Scootie Jr. is the ultimate combination of style, comfort and portability. The Scootie Jr.
Portable scooter is super light and compact, and can be stored in small areas such as
the trunk or back seat of your car. The Scootie Jr. Portable scooter goes with you
wherever you go and can be assembled or disassembled in 15 seconds. The compact
features support easy transportation of your Scootie Jr. for today’s active lifestyle. The
Scootie Jr. Portable scooter can be used in confined spaces both indoors and out.
Direct drive transaxles and electromagnetic brakes give a safe and efficient ride. We
know that it 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.
FEATURE GUIDE (Fig 1)
1. Tiller control head
2. Detachable seat with
fold down back
3. Removable arm rests
4. Detachable basket
5. Detachable battery pack
6. Tiller release knob
7. Seat height adjustment
8. Puncture proof tires
9. Anti-tip wheels
Figure 1
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SAFETY ADVICE
• DO NOT carry passengers.
• DO NOT exceed inclines over 8 degrees (14% 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 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 8 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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