Travelux supernova User Manual

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User Manual

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BEFORE USE YOUR NEW SUPERNOVA SCOOTER YOU AND / OR YOUR ATTENDANT

MUST READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL.

General information

You have just purchased a Van Os Medical UK ltd. 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 UK ltd. 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: …………………………………………………………………

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

Fax number: …………………………………………………………………

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

Website: …………………………………………………………………

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1 INDENTIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 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 YOUR SCOOTER ...........................................................................................9

4.3 CHARGING BATTERIES ..............................................................................................................10

4.4 BEFORE DRIVING ....................................................................................................................11

4.5 BASIC DRIVING ......................................................................................................................13

4.6 STEERING .............................................................................................................................13

4.7 CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS...............................................................................................14

4.8 GOING UP AN INCLINE / DOWN A DECLINE ....................................................................................15

4.9 EMI / RFI............................................................................................................................16

5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MOUNTING OPTIONS ........................................... 18

5.1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION (WITH CAPATAIN SEAT) ..........................................................................18

5.2 ARMREST ADJUSTMENTS ..........................................................................................................19

5.3 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................20

5.4 TILLER .................................................................................................................................21

5.5 DISASSEMBLE ........................................................................................................................21

5.6 ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................24

6 TRANSPORTING YOUR SCOOTER............................................................................ 25

7 CARE AND MAINTAINANCE ...................................................................................... 25

8 PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS.................................................................... 27

9 WARRANTY ............................................................................................................... 28

9.1 WARRANTY APPLICATION .........................................................................................................28

9.2 WARRANTY CONDITIONS ..........................................................................................................29

10 GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................. 30

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1 INDENTIFICATION

Your Travelux Supernova scooter is equipped with a unique serial 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. Serial number Every scooter has its own unique serial number.

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

2. Maximum user weight The largest occupant weight allowed for

protection of both the scooter and the user.

3. Production date The date on which your scooter was

manufactured.

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

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

5. Warranty Here the guarantee period of your wheelchair is

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

6. Description Description of the design of your scooter.

7. Model name The model name of your scooter.

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2 GENERAL EXPLANATION CONCERNING YOUR SCOOTER

2.1 Components of the scooter

1

Tiller

10

Rear fender

2

Foldable basket

11

Battery pack

3

Front light

12

Seat post

4

Front bumper

13

Seating

5

Spring

14

Backrest

6

Front wheel

15

Armrest

7

Rim

16

Throttle lever

8

Footplate

17

Control panel

9

Rear wheel

18

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 UK ltd. 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 Travelux supernova 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 Travelux scooter is not used correctly, dangerous
situations may occur.

3.1 General safety regulations

Protect your Travelux Supernova scooter by checking it regularly. When a part of
your Travelux 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 Travelux 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;
 Do not turn your scooter suddenly at full speed;
 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 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;

 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 3.5 cm;
 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 have to 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 Travelux Supernova 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

Control panel:

Speed adjustment button

 With the speed adjustment 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 and you

feel safe by it.

Horn
Press this button to horn.

Emergency light
When you press this button all the lights will flash. Press again to turn the lights off.
Lever forward and backwards

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

Brakes and throttle lever
When the throttle lever is in neutral position the electromagnetic brake will
automatically release and your scooter will move. When the throttle lever is released
it will return to the neutral position and the scooter will decelerate and come to a
complete stop. The parking brake will prevent any further movement of your
scooter.

Horn

Speed adjustment button

Lever

Battery
indicator

Indicator
right

Indicator left
Horn

Lever

Emercency
light

Head light

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Indicators
Always use the indicators when you change your direction.

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Warning:

Always use the indicators for the safety of yourself and others around you.

Head light
When you do not have enough vision while driving with the city lights on you can
press this button to engage the head light. Press again to engage the city light.

Battery indicator
The battery indicator shows the voltage of the batteries:

 Green led light means that the batteries are fully loaded;
 Yellow led light means that the batteries are half loaded;
 Red led light means that the batteries are loaded less than the half. Batteries

must be loaded.

4.2 Getting on and off your scooter

Before getting on your scooter

 Check to be certain that the power is turned off. This will eliminate the

possibility of accidentally activating the paddle controls and causing injury to
yourself or to others;

 Check to be certain that your scooter’s brake handle is in the engaged position;
 Flip up the armrests.

Getting on your scooter:

 Position the seat for safe and easy mounting;
 Return tiller to full upright position;
 Carefully place one foot on the approximate center of the deck and seat yourself

comfortably and securely on the seat;

 Fasten the seatbelt, if your scooter is equipped with one;
 Flip down the armrests.

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Warning:

When getting on or off your scooter, keep your weight toward the middle of
the deck. Putting most or all of your weight on the edge of the deck may cause
an unstable condition!