T-ROBOT T-Robot-S, T-Robot-O, T-Robot-W Operation Manual

Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd.

Add: 16F, Yindong Building, 58 Xinjinqiao Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 201206 Tel: +86 (021) 61086568 Fax: 021-61086567 Website: http://www.x-robot.com.cn

T-ROBOT

Operation Manual

June 2011

Notes

When you enjoy the funs of riding T-ROBOT, you may also face the risk of accident injury caused by

unbalance, collision and toppling. For your and others’ safety, please ensure T-ROBOT is in good service condition and carefully read and understand all user materials provided by our company before riding.

The knowledge related to daily operation and maintenance provided in this manual can help you better

understand this product. Any improper operation may cause unnecessary loss or damage.

Our company provides the quality assurance services for you. Please use the product in strict accordance

with the requirements of this manual and especially read the section “quality assurance services” in this manual, in which the conditions, scope and methods of quality assurance services are described in details.

Our company continuously makes improvements on the technologies of products. In case the real product is

slightly inconsistent with the manual, the vehicle shall be subject to the real product.

Please carefully read and abide by the contents with in this manual.

Thanks for purchasing T-ROBOT and you will be a new member of the T-ROBOT family.

Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................. 1

1.1. About the Manual ............................................................................................................................................... 1

1.2. Risk of Injury ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

1.3. User Materials ..................................................................................................................................................... 1

1.4. Put Safety First .................................................................................................................................................... 1

2. About T-ROBOT......................................................................................................................................................... 2

2.1. Characteristics of T-ROBOT .............................................................................................................................. 2

2.2. Operating Principle ............................................................................................................................................. 2

2.3. Main Technical Parameters ................................................................................................................................. 3

2.4. Operation Limit .................................................................................................................................................. 4

2.5. Weight Limit ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

3. Components of T-ROBOT .......................................................................................................................................... 6

3.1. Liquid crystal display(LCD) ............................................................................................................................... 6

3.2. Balance-enabled and Horn button ....................................................................................................................... 6

3.3. Function of Auxiliary brake button ..................................................................................................................... 6

3.4. Fingerprint scanner (Optional) ............................................................................................................................ 7

3.5. Functions of knob switches ................................................................................................................................. 7

3.6. Shutdown button ................................................................................................................................................. 7

3.7. Illuminating lamp ................................................................................................................................................ 8

3.8. Accessory case .................................................................................................................................................... 8

3.9. Alarm lamp ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

3.10. Hooter ................................................................................................................................................................. 8

3.11. Width lamps and brake lamp .............................................................................................................................. 9

3.12. Foot mat .............................................................................................................................................................. 9

3.13. Base .................................................................................................................................................................... 9

3.14. Charging port ...................................................................................................................................................... 9

3.15. Parking mechanism ............................................................................................................................................. 9

3.16. Wheel .................................................................................................................................................................. 9

3.17. Battery .............................................................................................................................................................. 10

4. Wireless key .............................................................................................................................................................. 10

5. Installation guide....................................................................................................................................................... 11

5.1. Installation of battery ........................................................................................................................................ 11

5.2. Mounting of triangle ......................................................................................................................................... 12

5.3. Dismounting of triangle .................................................................................................................................... 12

6. Safe riding ................................................................................................................................................................. 14

6.1. Inspection before riding .................................................................................................................................... 14

6.2. Check the handle ............................................................................................................................................... 14

6.3. Check the triangle ............................................................................................................................................. 14

6.4. Check the accessory case .................................................................................................................................. 14

6.5. Check the tire .................................................................................................................................................... 15

6.6. Check the battery .............................................................................................................................................. 15

6.7. Safety warning .................................................................................................................................................. 15

6.7.1. Speed limit ............................................................................................................................................. 15

6.7.2. Voice warning ........................................................................................................................................ 15

6.8. Riding guide...................................................................................................................................................... 15

6.8.1. Riding mode ........................................................................................................................................... 15

6.8.2. Avoid risks ............................................................................................................................................. 16

6.8.3. Operation guide ...................................................................................................................................... 16

6.9. Riding exercise ................................................................................................................................................. 18

7. Battery instructions ................................................................................................................................................... 20

7.1. Battery safety .................................................................................................................................................... 20

7.2. Battery parameters ............................................................................................................................................ 20

7.3. Battery charging ................................................................................................................................................ 20

7.3.1. Charging procedure ................................................................................................................................ 20

7.3.2. Remove the plug .................................................................................................................................... 20

7.3.3. Charging indicator .................................................................................................................................. 21

7.3.4. Charging fault ........................................................................................................................................ 21

7.3.5. Regenerative braking ............................................................................................................................. 21

7.3.6. Battery power display ............................................................................................................................ 21

7.3.7. Influence of temperature on battery performance .................................................................................. 22

7.4. Replacement of battery ..................................................................................................................................... 22

7.5. Storage and transportation of battery ................................................................................................................ 22

8. Operation and maintenance....................................................................................................................................... 23

8.1. Handling T-ROBOT .......................................................................................................................................... 23

8.2. Pushing/pulling T-ROBOT ............................................................................................................................... 23

8.3. Maintenance of tire ........................................................................................................................................... 24

8.4. Cleaning T-ROBOT .......................................................................................................................................... 24

8.5. Storage and transportation of T-ROBOT .......................................................................................................... 24

8.6. Liquid crystal display and description .............................................................................................................. 24

9. Safety precautions ..................................................................................................................................................... 26

10. Follow-up service ..................................................................................................................................................... 29

10.1. Replacement of parts ........................................................................................................................................ 29

10.2. Purchase of other accessories ........................................................................................................................... 29

10.3. List of spare parts .............................................................................................................................................. 29

11. Common failures and troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 30

1. Introduction

1.1. About the Manual

Carefully read this manual for your installation and use of T-ROBOT. Please carefully read all information with in the user materials, which can help you enjoy the funs of riding

T-ROBOT safely and comfortably.

1.2. Risk of Injury

When you enjoy the funs of riding T-ROBOT, you also risk the accident injury by unbalance, collision and toppling. For your and others’ safety, please ensure the T-ROBOT is in good service condition and carefully read and understand all user materials provided by our company before riding.

1.3. User Materials

Your user materials include the operation manual for safe operation of T-ROBOT. Please carefully read and

understand the materials provided by our company before riding T-ROBOT.

1.4. Put Safety First

For your safety, please carefully read and remember the following warnings:

When you enjoy the funs of riding T-ROBOT, you may also face the risk of accident injury caused by unbalance, collision and toppling. For your and others’ safety, please ensure the T-ROBOT is in good service condition and carefully read and understand all user materials provided by our company before riding.

During your riding, please wear the helmet and fasten the belt to protect your head.

Avoid running on the impedimental or smooth surface to prevent the unbalance or toppling caused by insufficient friction force.

Never let any children, the elder and the pregnant ride the T-ROBOT.

Do not ride T-ROBOT after drinking or using drug.

Do not carry too many goods during the riding of T-ROBOT to prevent the injury caused by excessive

inertia.

Abide by the national and local traffic rules.

2. About T-ROBOT

2.1. Characteristics of T-ROBOT

T-ROBOT is an intelligent manned robot operated by means of dynamically stable balance. With such characteristics as low carbon, environment friendly, fashion, intelligence, sport, leisure and safety, it will be the preferred travel tool in the future.

The most remarkable characteristic of T-ROBOT is that the function of in-situ steering is achieved. With the help of T-ROBOT, you can slide to the office every day and wander about the streets freely without worrying about the problem of being able to turn due to narrow space.

You can sit down or stand up when riding the T-ROBOT, which can meet different needs. The sitting way can

avoid the fatigue caused by long-time manipulation and the standing way can guarantee the wide field of vision and the great deterrent during security patrol.

The T-ROBOT adopts the fingerprint identification technology which is the most advanced in the industry, greatly improving its capability of guarding against theft.

The T-ROBOT adopts the most durable lithium-ion battery and runs up to 30km (it will be different depending on

the landforms, riding styles and loads) by each charging; meanwhile its battery requires a low maintenance cost and provides a long service life.

The T-ROBOT regards safety as the core and adopts the technology of dual redundancy, which means if failure occurs to a set of controller, the redundant controller will instantly replace the failed controller, ensuring that you enjoy the funs of riding T-ROBOT safely to the greatest extent.

2.2. Operating Principle

The operating principle of T-ROBOT is mostly based on a fundamental principle called the ‘dynamic stabilization’, i.e. the own automatic balancing capability of T-ROBOT. After the posture state of vehicle body is obtained with a built-in precision gyroscope and the proper command is calculated with a high-speed central microprocessor, a motor is driven to achieve the balancing. It is assumed that the longitudinal axis of general gravity center of the T-ROBOT and the driver standing on the vehicle is regarded as a reference line. If this axis tilts forward, the built-in electric motor inside the body of T-ROBOT will generate a forward moment so that the moment leading to forward overturn of person and car can be balanced on one hand and the speed for moving T-ROBOT forwards can be produced on the other hand. On the contrary, if the gyroscope detects that the gravity center of driver tilts backward, it will likewise generate a backward moment to achieve balancing effect. Therefore, as long as the driver changes the angle of his body to tilt forwards or backwards, T-ROBOT will move forward or backward depending on the tilting direction and its speed will be proportional to the tilting degree of driver’s body. Such an intelligent balance-maintaining capability of T-ROBOT is significantly different from the traffic tools which generally require drivers to reach the balance by themselves, such as scooter.

Fig. 1 Operating Principles of T-ROBOT

2.3. Main Technical Parameters

Table 1 Main Technical Parameters

Specification

T-Robot-S

T-Robot-W Police Version

T-Robot-O International

version

Photos

Size

Dimensions(L*W*H)

800mmX703mmX1258mm/

31.5in*27.7in*49.5in

800mmX840mmX1298mm/

31.5in*33in*51in

800mmX700mmX1200mm/

31.5in*27.6in*47.2in

Ground Clearance (no

paylaod)

100mm /3.9in

120mm /4.7in

Platform height

220mm/8.7in

250mm/9.8in

Tyre size

100/65-14

155/70-12

Wheel diameter

480mm/18.8in

520mm/20.5in

Weights

Net weight

57.5kg/110lbs

65kg/143lbs

60kg/121lbs

Maximum gross weights(include

body,rider and

belongings)

150kg/330lbs

Minimum weight

required to operate

40kg/88lbs

Performance

Maximum speed

limit

20km/h,12.5mph

Range(terrain,riding

style and payload may

effect range)

45km/28miles

40km/24.9miles

Minimus turning

radius

Zero

Maximum gradient

limit

15 degrees

Battery

LiFePO4

Temperature

-10º to 50º C

The dust and water

protection class

IP65

certification

Charging voltage

AC90-264V 50-60Hz

Note: the maximum running distance after full charging may be influenced by the following factors:

Landform: the smooth and flat surfaces increase the distance, while the upslope and bumpy grounds reduce

the distance;

Wind direction: the downwind increases the distance, while the upwind reduces the distance; Speed and riding style: the normal speed and intermediate speed increase the distance, while the frequent

startup and shutdown, acceleration and deceleration reduce the distance;

Inflation pressure of tire: the inflation pressure of tire less than the scope given in this manual reduces the

distance;

Load (including the rider and the cargo): the light load increases the distance; Temperature: the storage, charging and riding within the temperature scope recommended in this manual

increase the distance and the distance is reduced under lower temperature;

Battery: the proper storage, charging and maintenance increase the distance, while such improper behaviors

will reduce the distance.

2.4. Operation Limit

It is important for you to understand the operation limits of T-ROBOT. Your following of these limits can reduce the risks when you are riding T-ROBOT.

2.5. Weight Limit

For the purpose of enhancing your safety when you are riding T-ROBOT and reducing the risk of damaging

T-ROBOT, the weight limits mainly include:

1. Minimum weight limit: the rider must be heavier than 40 Kg mainly because the brake can not be functioning effectively by moving the gravity center of the rider when his weight is less than 40 Kg (especially on the downslope);

2. Weight limit for accessory case: the goods loaded in the left and right accessory cases shall not be heavier than 5 Kg and 3 Kg respectively, and the goods loaded in both accessory cases must be evenly distributed and fixed to prevent the moving of goods loaded in both accessory cases during the fast running of vehicle;

3. Maximum weight limit: T-ROBOT has passed the strict mechanical analysis and detection and exceeding the maximum load will damage your T-ROBOT.

Alarm: exceeding these weight limits may influence or reduce your safety coefficient together with other factors (heavy load, steep slope, bumpy road, high speed and fast mobility) and increase the risk of damaging T-ROBOT.

3. Components of T-ROBOT

Fig. 2 Composition of entire vehicle

3.1. Liquid crystal display(LCD)

Liquid crystal display is mainly used to display the various state data during operation, including fingerprint enrollment, power display, and alarm display. Note:

This LCD is not a touch screen, so please do not press it heavily.

3.2. Balance-enabled and Horn button

The startup button is mostly used for the startup in combination with fingerprint authentication. The major function of balance-enabled button is to enter into balance mode from system setup mode upon the startup. The horn button will be automatically changed over to the switch for horn after the balance mode is come into.

3.3. Function of Auxiliary brake button

The auxiliary brake button allows you to realize deceleration or auxiliary brake during normal running of T-ROBOT. Note:

Be cautious about using the auxiliary brake button under a low speed.

When running forward, the vehicle will slightly rise backward at braking. Pay attention to the centre of gravity.

When reversing, the vehicle will slightly depress forward at braking. Pay attention to the centre of gravity.

3.4. Fingerprint scanner (Optional)

The fingerprint scanner mainly serves for fingerprint collection.

3.5. Functions of knob switches

The knob switches are mostly used to realize abundant functions of the vehicle. The meanings of their individual icons are shown as follows:

Table 2 Meanings of icons on the left knob switch

Illuminating lamp position

Left neutral position

Fingerprint enrollment

Fingerprint deletion

Table 3 Meanings of icons on the right knob switch

Right neutral position

Alarm lamp position

Alarm lamp and whistle

position

System test.

The illuminating lamp position is the switch for illuminating lamp.

The left neutral position is a non-functional position. Please set the knob switch to this position when other

functions are not used.

The right neutral position is a non-functional position. Please set the knob switch to this position when other

functions are not used.

It is used for fingerprint enrollment.

It is used for fingerprint deletion.

The alarm lamp position is the switch for alarm lamps.

The alarm lamp and whistle position is the switch for alarm lamps and whistle.

System test.

Note:

Before startup, please turn the knob switches on both sides to the neutral position.

The left and right knob switches can’t be turned over 360°. Don’t operate it roughly.

3.6. Shutdown button

The shutdown button and wireless shutdown button are mainly used to shut down T-ROBOT for energy saving after riding.

Precondition for shutdown:

1) After normal riding, the rider should get off the vehicle and park it steadily, press and hold the shutdown button

for 2 seconds or wireless shutdown button so that the vehicle shuts down.

2) When T-ROBOT is running at a speed higher than 3 km/h, both the shutdown button and the auxiliary brake

button should be pressed simultaneously for final shutdown.

Note:

Always pull T-ROBOT steadily when shutting down and never loosen your grip, otherwise there might be great danger.

The rear elevation angle of vehicle head must be restrained when shutting down, otherwise there might be great danger.

No person or cargo is allowed to be on the vehicle when shutting down.

Once being shut down by using the auxiliary shutdown button, the T-ROBOT should be immediately sent to

the authorized or designated service center of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for inspection and maintenance.

3.7. Illuminating lamp

The illuminating lamp mainly serves to provide illumination in a relatively dark condition to ensure safe driving.

1) Turn the left knob switch to the position of when you need to turn on the illuminating lamp.

2) The illuminating lamp has an illumination distance of 5 m.

3) If the bulb cannot be lit, go to the designated service center for replacement or repair.

3.8. Accessory case

The accessory cases are mainly used to carry articles on the vehicle. There are two accessory cases: the left one and the right one.

Note:

The loading weight of the left and right accessory case must not exceed 5 kg.

Never put liquids in the left or right accessory case.

No combustible is allowed in the left or right accessory case.

3.9. Alarm lamp

The alarm lamps are usually located at the front end of accessory cases. Turn the right knob switch of the triangle to

upon startup, and meanwhile turn on the left/right alarm lamps.

Note:

Please strictly follow the local laws. Always turn on the lamps before the situation is confirmed.

Prolonged use of the alarm lamp would consume the battery power.

3.10. Hooter

The hooters are usually located at the head. Turn the right knob switch of the triangle to , and meanwhile turn on the left/right alarm lamps and hooters.

Note:

Please strictly follow the local laws. Only turn on the alarm lamps and hooters after the situation is confirmed.

Prolonged use of the alarm lamp and hooter would consume the battery power.

Do not turn on the shooters in a narrow and closed area.

3.11. Width lamps and brake lamp

The width lamps are mostly used for the indication in the relatively dark ambient light. The brake lamp is mostly used for the indication of braking.

1) When the illuminating lamp of T-ROBOT is turned on, the brake lamp will automatically flash.

2) When T-ROBOT brakes, the brake lamp will be automatically lit.

3.12. Foot mat

The foot mat is the location where the rider should place his/her feet. When driving, the rider should place the left and right foot respectively on the centers of foot mats. Note:

Do not wear high-heeled or slippery shoes on the foot mats.

Keep the foot mats dry and clean.

3.13. Base

There are precision sensors, motors and drive circuits installed inside the base, which is the core of the entire system. Note:

There are precision sensors and circuits inside the base. Never knock or press it heavily.

Do not open the base without permission, otherwise the components may be damaged and the warranty may be void.

3.14. Charging port

The charging port is designed to charge for T-ROBOT. Note:

Keep the charging port clean. Never touch it to prevent accidents.

If failure occurs to the charging port, do not dismantle it by yourself to avoid danger. Please go to one of the authorized or designated service center of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for inspection and maintenance.

3.15. Parking mechanism

The parking kickstand is mostly used to park T-ROBOT. Note:

The parking is allowed only after shutdown.

It must be parked on the flat hard ground.

When parking, do not stand or sit on the vehicle to prevent the support from breaking and avoid accident.

3.16. Wheel

T-ROBOT adopts vacuum tire for more comfortable riding. Note:

Always check before riding that the left and right tires have consistent pressure.

The rated load of the tires must not be exceeded.

Often check whether the locking shim of wheel rim is secure or not.

Keep the wheel rim and tires clean.

3.17. Battery

T-ROBOT adopts two high-energy-density and durable Li-Ion batteries. Please refer to the battery instructions for more information.

4. Wireless key

The wireless key is mostly used for wireless startup safety certification or wireless shutdown. To improve the safety, the shutdown button on the wireless key only functions in the system setup mode. Note:

Never press the startup button before the startup-preparation is completed.

For your safety, please keep the

interval between two consecutive button press greater than 2 seconds.

It is prohibited to heavily press or knock the startup button.

Please keep the wireless key properly.

Fig. 3 Wireless key

5. Installation guide

The following requirements should be paid attention to when choosing installation location:

1) Try to install in a dry and ventilating place. Avoid installing in a damp and hygroscopic place.

2) Try to avoid being exposed to sunlight or rain; avoid an ambient temperature higher than 60°C and a relative

humidity higher than 95%.

3) Choose a place with easy access to maintenance and movement.

5.1. Installation of battery

T-ROBOT adopts two durable Li-Ion batteries. The running distance before recharging reaches up to 30 km (it will be different depending on land form, riding style and load). In addition, the batteries require a low maintenance cost and provide a long service life. These two batteries are installed underneath the base. The installation shall be conducted bottom-up as is shown in Fig. 4.

Fig. 4 Battery installation diagram

Note:

Check the battery status when installing. If any damage or leak is found, please do not install and contact the

after-sales service personnel immediately.

Make sure the base jack corresponds to battery interface when installing the batteries. Avoid reverse

installation.

After correct mounting of batteries, secure them on the base according to Fig. 4; check if there is any

looseness.

5.2. Mounting of triangle

T-ROBOT triangle can be mounted and dismounted in a quick way. Follow the below procedures:

1. Take out the triangle; pay attention to front/rear direction; keep it flat on the base.

2. Match the front and rear quick-dismantling mechanism; push the triangle from back to front.

3. When the triangle’s quick connector assembly is connected in position, you will hear a “beep” sound, and then the

clamping bar of quick-dismantling mechanism will eject on.

Fig. 5 Triangle installation diagram

Note:

The triangle must be placed in the correct direction, otherwise it could damage the quick-dismantling

component.

Make sure both the front and back of the triangle enter into the locating pin before sliding it. In the case of a poor sliding of the triangle, check the quick-dismantling mechanism and quick-dismantling

connector assembly.

After installation of triangle, check if there is any shaking of the triangle and ensure it is installed in position.

5.3. Dismounting of triangle

1. Under the shutdown state, park the T-ROBOT steadily on a flat ground; reach the central part of rear bumper

by hand and pull the quick-dismantling spring.

2. After pulling the spring to the end, push the entire triangle backwards along the base surface.

3. Wait until the entire triangle slides out of the quick-dismantling mechanism and then lift up the triangle.

Fig. 6 Dismounting of triangle

Note:

The spring at the back of quick-dismantling mechanism must be pulled to the end. The triangle must be slid backwards along the base surface. The triangle cannot be shaken after it is slid out so as to avoid damage to the plastic interfaces on the central

part at the lower end and center of the base of triangle.

6. Safe riding

6.1. Inspection before riding

For your riding safety, please make an inspection before riding under the precondition of having removed the

charging plug and shut down the vehicle.

For your safety, please carefully read and remember the following warnings:

During your riding, please wear the helmet and fasten the belt to protect your head.

Avoid running on the impedimental or smooth surface to prevent the unbalance or toppling caused by insufficient friction force.

Never let any children, the elder and the pregnant ride the T-ROBOT.

Do not ride T-ROBOT after drinking or using drug.

Do not carry too many goods during the riding of T-ROBOT to prevent the injury caused by excessive

inertia.

Abide by the national and local traffic rules.

6.2. Check the handle

Under the precondition of having unplugged the charging plug and shut down the vehicle:

1. Check if there is any looseness or breakage with the handles. If necessary, contact one of the authorized

service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

2. Check if the handles can be smoothly turned or not. If necessary, contact one of the authorized service centers

of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

3. Check if the buttons on the handles can be smoothly pressed or not. If necessary, contact one of the

authorized service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

6.3. Check the triangle

Under the precondition of having unplugged the charging plug and shut down the vehicle:

1. Check if there is any looseness or breakage with the triangle. If necessary, contact one of the authorized

service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

2. Check if the left/right knob switches of the triangle can be smoothly turned and verify it is in the neutral

position. If necessary, contact one of the authorized service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

6.4. Check the accessory case

Under the precondition of having unplugged the charging plug and shut down the vehicle:

1. Check if there is any looseness or breakage with the accessory cases. If necessary, contact one of the

authorized service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

2. Check if the cover plates of accessory cases can be opened/ closed smoothly. If necessary, contact one of the

authorized service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

6.5. Check the tire

Under the precondition of having unplugged the charging plug and shut down the vehicle:

1. Check if the tires are loose. Lock the nuts timely if necessary.

2. Check if the wheel rims are deformed or not. If necessary, contact one of the authorized service centers of

Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

3. Check if the tire tread is worn or broken. If necessary, contact one of the authorized service centers of

Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

4. Check that the air pressure of the left and right tires is proper. As per applicable standard, the left and right

tires should be installed with the prescribed pressure (160-200 KPa). Pay attention to inflating in time.

6.6. Check the battery

Under the precondition of having unplugged the charging plug:

1. Check the battery power. Never restart if it indicates low voltage mode of battery power. It must not be

restarted until the batteries are fully charged.

2. Check if there is any leak, overheat or odor with the batteries (do not directly touch the damaged battery by

hand). If necessary, contact one of the authorized service centers of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for maintenance.

6.7. Safety warning

6.7.1. Speed limit

1. T-ROBOT should be running at a maximum speed of 20 Km/h. T-ROBOT will automatically raise its head and

give a warning in case of speeding.

2. In order to avoid side rollover, it is not suggested to turn rapidly at a high speed.

3. Always slow down when making a steering. Never speed up on a curved road.

4. The speed will be limited when the battery power is insufficient.

6.7.2. Voice warning

The voice warning is mostly used for the safety prompt during the vehicle running. Its contents include:

1. Abnormal running, no driving: It is utilized to check the startup for failure. Please don’t get on the vehicle if you hear this prompt and contact the authorized maintenance site.

2. Low battery, please charge battery: Please perform charging in time if you hear this prompt.

3. Battery is dead, please stop immediately: Please stop the vehicle immediately and charge it in time if you hear this prompt.

4. Speeding, please slow down: Please slow down if you hear this prompt.

5. Vehicle failure, please stop immediately: Please stop the vehicle immediately if you hear this prompt.

Note:

Please follow the voice prompt.

6.8. Riding guide

6.8.1. Riding mode

Your posture and position will influence your safety:

1. Observe the road condition ahead at any time and be cautious about barrier and land form.

2. Keep gripping the handle during riding. When you are standing to ride, keep the legs relaxed and knees

slightly bent. When sitting to ride, keep both feet respectively on the foot mats in appropriate position and exert a slight pressure. Don’t lift both feet off the foot mats.

3. Keep sufficient space between the body and the handle. Don’t tilt your body excessively or lean forward /

back off suddenly so as to prevent T-ROBOT from losing balance, causing crash, rollover or injury (more attention should be paid for high-speed riding).

4. When braking at a high speed, you can lean your body backwards to adjust the gravity center (relative to the

two wheel axle centerlines) while pressing the auxiliary brake button. You should start riding only after you have got instruction from others familiar with riding of T-ROBOT and receive braking training and exercises for several times under a safe environment.

5. When making a steering, turning the handle quickly might cause a quick steering and therefore lead to

unbalance of T-ROBOT, resulting in crash, rollover or injury (more attention should be paid for high-speed riding). Please slowly turn the handle when steering and lean your body reasonably to keep stable.

6.8.2. Avoid risks

For normal running of T-ROBOT, there must be sufficient friction between the tires and ground. Avoid running on a bumpy, sludgy, slippery, soft or stony road surface, steep gradient or a stairway to prevent tires from slipping. Under the above conditions, get off and shut down the vehicle and then push or pull T-ROBOT to a safe area for re-start.

6.8.3. Operation guide

Please perform operations as per the following steps in turn:

1. Push or draw T-ROBOT to a safe area suitable for riding it. Wear a helmet and other protective devices.

2. Check the tire pressure of left and right tires. Please maintain the air pressure of left and right tires to 180KPa.

3. Check the triangle for any shake.

4. Check the left and right knob switches. They shall be set in the neutral position , .

5. T-ROBOT has two startup modes including wireless and fingerprint startup modes. The startup can be

achieved in either of these two modes.

Wireless startup: Press down the startup button on wireless key. When a ‘beep’ sound from T-ROBOT is heard, it

enters into the system setup mode, as shown in Fig. 10. The startup is successful. Please go to Step 6 directly and follow it. (If no ‘beep’ sound from T-ROBOT is heard, a strong wireless interference may be present in its surrounding area or the battery power of wireless key may be insufficient. Please restart it or replace the battery.)

Fingerprint startup: Press the startup button and hold for 3 seconds. When a ‘beep’ sound is heard, the following

four operations can be performed:

 If no fingerprint is enrolled in T-ROBOT, the system will directly enter into the system setup mode, as

shown in Fig. 10. Please go to Step 6 directly and follow it.

 If any fingerprint is enrolled in T-ROBOT, the system will perform fingerprint verification. After the

verification is passed, it will enter into the system setup mode, as shown in Fig. 10. Please go to the Step 6 directly and follow it. If the input for fingerprint verification is failed for three times, the system will automatically shut down.

Fig. 7 Fingerprint

enrollment

Fig. 8 Select thumb

Fig. 9 Input fingerprint

6. Press down the startup button. When a ‘beep’ sound is heard, it enters into the balance mode, as shown in Fig.

11. At this point, the startup of T-ROBOT is completed.

Fig. 10 System setup mode

Fig. 11 Balance mode

7. The trainer shall stand right in front of the vehicle and hold the left and right handles with both hands to

maintain stability of T-ROBOT. The rider shall get on the vehicle from its rear side with no excessive action to prevent fore-and-aft sliding of wheels. After getting on the vehicle, the rider shall adjust the gravity center of his body rapidly to keep the balance of T-ROBOT. After the wheels completely stabilize, the trainer can release the triangle and the rider can perform riding exercise.

Fig. 12 Get-on exercise

8. After the riding is completed, the rider shall keep the stability of T-ROBOT in position and the trainer shall

hold the left and right handles with both hands. Then, the rider shall get off the vehicle from its rear side with no excessive action to prevent fore-and-aft rolling of wheels.

Fig. 13 Get-off exercise

9. For shutdown, it shall require pressing the shutdown button on left knob switch and holding for more than 2s.

10. For parking, it will only require pulling the handles backwards to enable the parking kickstand to reach the

ground.

6.9. Riding exercise

1. The rider sits or stands steadily on the vehicle and holds the handles by both hands; then adjusts the body’s gravity

center slightly forward. In this way, the vehicle will move forwards; contrarily it will move backwards, as shown in Fig. 14.

Fig. 14 Move forwards/backwards

2. Grip the handle by both hands. Turn it left and T-ROBOT will turn left. Turn it right and T-ROBOT will turn right,

as shown in Fig. 15.

Fig. 15 Turn left/right

Note:

Try to avoid making a sudden turn when riding at high speed. For a steering, always turn the direction after slowing down. During turning, the body’s gravity center should

lean slightly according to the turning direction so as to keep T-ROBOT stable.

Speeding or prolonged reversing is strictly forbidden. Failing to follow this could cause serious casualty

accidents.

Never sit in a reverse or side direction to ride the vehicle. Failing to follow this could cause serious casualty

accidents.

7. Battery instructions

7.1. Battery safety

Warning: Please adhere to the instructions in this manual for your and others’ safety and maximizing the

service life and performance of batteries.

Warning: If there is break, leak, odor or overheat with the battery, it must not be used. Warning: Never touch any battery leakage. Warning: Never let any children or pets touch the batteries. Warning: The charging plug of the battery must be unplugged during installation of batteries or maintenance. Warning: There are toxic substances inside the battery. Don’t attempt to disassemble the battery. Don’t insert

anything into the battery or open the battery case.

Warning: Always use the native charger for battery charging. Warning: The local laws must be followed for the battery disposal. Warning: For usage, charging, storage and transportation of batteries, the scope given in Table 3 must be

followed. Otherwise it could reduce battery performance, damage the batteries and even cause battery explosion.

7.2. Battery parameters

Table 4 Battery parameters

Type of parameters

Lithium battery

Duration of

charging

First time

Re-charging (after using up the

existing power)

Temperature range

Working temperature

0°C to 50°C

Charging temperature

0°C to 40°C

Storage and transportation

temperature

-15°C to 50°C

Basic parameters

Capacity / voltage

5.2AH/72V

Dimension (mm)

336×155×98

Battery weight

4.8 Kg

7.3. Battery charging

7.3.1. Charging procedure

1. Place your T-ROBOT in a clean and dry environment where the temperature is within the range recommended in this manual.

2. Open the charging port of T-ROBOT.

3. Check that the charging port and charger plug of T-ROBOT and the AC power outlet are in a clean and dry condition.

4. Plug the charger plug into the AC power outlet which has been correctly connected.

5. Plug the charger’s output plug into the charging port of T-ROBOT.

6. Check the four charging indicators to verify if it is being correctly charged.

7.3.2. Remove the plug

When you finish charging and are ready to use your T-ROBOT, remove the charger and close the charging port of

T-ROBOT according to the following steps:

1. Disconnect the output plug of charger from the charging port of T-ROBOT.

2. Disconnect the power plug of charger from the AC power outlet.

3. Close the cover plate of the charging port of T-ROBOT.

4. Keep well the charger.

Warning: Besides paying attention to charging duration, keep the cover plate of the charging port of T-ROBOT well closed to prevent water, dust or other contaminant entering the charging port of T-ROBOT and causing damage to T-ROBOT.

7.3.3. Charging indicator

Four indicator lamps, which are located on the charger, can separately indicate the charging status of the two batteries (front and back). Red lamp indicates the battery is being charged, red flash indicates charging fault, and green lamp indicates the charging is already completed.

7.3.4. Charging fault

If any charging fault is found by the charger, all the charging activities will be stopped automatically and the corresponding indicator lamp will flash in red. You can make the following inspection:

1. If the four charging indicator lamps flash in red or do not light, check if the plug is plugged correctly and if

there is electricity in the AC power outlet.

2. If there is electricity in the AC power outlet and the charging indicators flash in red, remove the charger plug

and reinstall the batteries.

3. If the problem remains unsolved, contact the authorized service center of Shanghai New Century Robot Co.,

Ltd for maintenance.

7.3.5. Regenerative braking

When you are riding downhill or slowing down, the batteries are under charging status (in order to recover electric energy for prolonged running). But if the batteries are already fully charged, it could cause over-charging and damage to batteries. T-ROBOT possesses an intelligent regenerative braking system to avoid over-charging and damage of batteries during downhill or slowing riding. It mainly adopts an intelligent method to adjust your vehicle speed, achieving a balance between consumed electric energy and recycled electric energy, so as to protect your batteries against being over-charged.

Warning: When the battery displays full, do not make the speed too high in a downhill ride to prevent battery

over-charging and other risks.

7.3.6. Battery power display

The power status of T-ROBOT is displayed with two bars on both sides, as shown in Fig. 16. You can estimate the remaining running distance and charge in time according to the power display.

a) High power

b) Medium power

c) Low power

Fig. 16 Battery power display

For your safe riding, T-ROBOT can operate in a low battery voltage mode, as shown in Fig. 17. Once an animation of low battery voltage mode appears, you must get off the vehicle and push or pull T-ROBOT to a safe area. Complete re-charging as per the procedure in this manual for the next riding.

Fig. 17 Low battery voltage mode

Warning: Do not re-start when it displays the low battery voltage mode. The vehicle can be re-started only

after the batteries are fully charged.

7.3.7. Influence of temperature on battery performance

Nearly all types of batteries are affected by the environment. Generally the batteries have a better discharge performance when the temperature is relatively high. When the temperature drops to 0°C, the battery power could drop by around 15%. In winter or a cold region, it is normal that the running distance before recharging will reduce. When the air temperature rises, the power will get increased naturally.

Warning: The battery should be charged in the recommended temperature range. In a too cold or hot

condition, charging may cause a prolonged charging duration, failing to charge, or battery explosion.

Warning: The battery should be working in the recommended temperature range. A too cold or hot condition

may reduce the battery performance or cause an explosion.

7.4. Replacement of battery

Your T-ROBOT uses two lithium batteries. Please adopt normal operation and maintenance methods. After the

battery’s service life, please contact to buy new batteries designated by Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd. In order

to realize better performance of T-ROBOT and guarantee your safety, please replace both the lithium batteries in pair.

7.5. Storage and transportation of battery

When transporting, handle the goods with care and do not throw or heavily press it. Otherwise it could cause damage or break, resulting in defective batteries or producing pollution and accidental injury. In order to avoid damage to batteries, do not leave them exposed to too cold, hot or damp conditions and prevent the batteries shaking violently.

Warning: Don’t use the battery when there is leak, overheat or odor found. Don’t directly touch the damaged

battery by hand. The battery should be disposed in compliance with local laws.

8. Operation and maintenance

8.1. Handling T-ROBOT

Be careful and gentle in handling. Do not throw, heavily press or turn over the product. Otherwise it could destroy or damage the components or appearance of T-ROBOT, resulting in internal breakdown and product failure.

Fig. 18 Handling T-ROBOT

8.2. Pushing/pulling T-ROBOT

1. When pushing T-ROBOT, the person should stand behind the vehicle with one hand holding the handle and

another pressing down the seat. Thus the head of T-ROBOT will be slightly lifted. Slowly move T-ROBOT

forward.

2. When pulling T-ROBOT, the person should stand right ahead the vehicle with both hands holding the triangle,

and slowly pull T-ROBOT forward. Note:

Always retract the support of parking mechanism before pushing/pulling T-ROBOT. Pay attention to surrounding land form and environment when pushing/pulling T-ROBOT.

Fig. 19 Pushing/pulling T-ROBOT

8.3. Maintenance of tire

1. Always check the tire pressure before riding.

2. It is strictly required to run on the prescribed road surface. No speeding.

3. Often check the tires for wear. Replace a new one if necessary.

4. In case of abnormality with tire, contact the authorized service center of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for

maintenance.

8.4. Cleaning T-ROBOT

1. Keep the finish paint clean and dry.

2. Remove the deposit builder on the tires timely, such as dirt, sand/stones, etc.

3. Remove the deposit builder at the bottom and surrounding the base timely, such as dirt, sand/stones, etc.

4. Keep clean of the button parts, LCD, fingerprint collecting opening and lamp shade of the entire vehicle.

8.5. Storage and transportation of T-ROBOT

1. T-ROBOT should be stored in a dry, damp proof, anticorrosive, smear-free, high-temperature resistance and

ventilating condition. It should be covered with a cloth covering when it is not used to protect the overall appearance. For prolonged shutdown, remove the two batteries and maintain the battery performance (refer to the battery instructions).

2. If transportation is needed, dismantle relevant components according to structural drawing, pack well as per

original packing mode to avoid knocking/bumping, and seal up the package case. Be careful and gentle in handling. Store the packing case in a dry and ventilating area.

8.6. Liquid crystal display and description

Table 5 Description of LCD

LCD status

Description

Solution

System setup mode

As per operation guide

Balance mode

Safe riding

Fingerprint Registered

Fingerprint Input

Input

Fingerprint input error

Re-input

Failure

Inspection and maintenance

Confirmation of fingerprint

deletion

Confirm pressing auxiliary brake

button

9. Safety precautions

The unique balance ability of T-ROBOT may bring overconfidence to you. Under some conditions beyond the balance capability of T-ROBOT, such as running on an obstructed, bumpy, sludgy, slippery, soft or stony road surface, steep gradient or a stairway, T-ROBOT could lose balance and cause crash, rollover and injury just like other vehicles. Therefore riding T-ROBOT also has risks. Carefully reading the instructions and warnings can help you minimize the risk but cannot totally avoid it.

Read and observe the following instructions to help you minimize the risk:

1. Read all the user materials, thoroughly check if each component is secure or loose to ensure your safe riding.

If any problem is found, contact the dealer in time.

2. Don’t let anyone unfamiliar with T-ROBOT ride it unless he/she has already thoroughly read all the user

materials, and received the training authorized by our company.

3. Wear helmet. A helmet must be worn when you ride the T-ROBOT. The helmet belt should surround the chin

and be fastened to protect your entire head. It is also suggested that you wear other protection equipment complying with national standards.

4. Avoid running on an obstructed, bumpy, sludgy, slippery, soft or stony road surface, steep gradient or a

stairway to prevent risks. You can get off and shut down the vehicle and then push or pull T-ROBOT to a safe area for re-start.

5. T-ROBOT increases your height (when standing). In some places where there is a restriction on height, pay

attention to the influence of the added height on you.

6. Always be cautious when making a turn. Rapidly turning the handle might cause an overquick steering and

therefore lead to unbalance of T-ROBOT, resulting in crash, rollover or injury (more attention should be paid for high-speed riding). Please slow down the vehicle and then slowly turn the handle for a steering and lean your body reasonably to keep stable.

7. Don’t ride T-ROBOT to make a turn on a sloping ground.

8. T-ROBOT is specially designed for the fore-and-aft balance. No guard is designed for transverse balance.

When passing a slope or taking a turn, you should lean your body reasonably to keep transverse stability.

9. Don’t risk on an unfamiliar land form. You can get off and shut down the vehicle and then push/pull

T-ROBOT to a safe area for re-start.

10. Don’t wear loose clothing, which could get stuck in your tires and affect your operational flexibility.

11. T-ROBOT is specially designed for single ride. No other persons or pets are allowed to be carried.

12. Don’t use any place other than T-ROBOT accessory case for storing articles. Nothing is allowed to hang on

the handle when riding to prevent losing control and causing accident.

13. Make sure that all the articles in the two accessory cases are distributed uniformly in weight and fixed so as to

prevent the articles in the cases moving when the vehicle runs at a high speed.

14. The minors, elderly and pregnant should not use the T-ROBOT. The psychotic, alcoholics and disabled and

other persons who are not suitable to ride it must not use T-ROBOT; anyone with heart disease, epilepsy or chromatelopsia should be cautious in riding. The rider of T-ROBOT must be an adult, healthy and agile with sufficient operational flexibility; and also should have a strong physique, so as to be able to push/pull T-ROBOT to a safe area (for re-start) when the road surface is in an adverse condition.

15. During your riding on T-ROBOT, don’t let both hands leave the handle or let both feet leave the foot mats.

Don’t attempt to carry anything with your hand.

16. During your riding on T-ROBOT, avoid being too nervous. Keep your body relaxed.

17. Do not ride T-ROBOT to pass a stairway or revolving door.

18. Don’t get on or off the vehicle during the movement of T-ROBOT. Get on/off only after it is parked steadily.

Never get on/off by sliding to ensure safety.

19. Don’t get on the vehicle until it enters into the balance mode upon startup. Don’t switch off power switch

until the rider gets off.

20. Avoid riding T-ROBOT under a poor visual condition, such as dark light, dusty, rainy or snowy or smoky

weather.

21. Always be ready to stop, especially at crossings, corners, footway and other places where more attention

should be paid to other vehicles and pedestrians.

22. Avoid distraction. Don’t talk to the phone or listen to music during riding. Please concentrate your attention.

23. During the riding of T-ROBOT, don’t reverse rapidly or turn backwards.

24. Never restart if it indicates the low battery voltage mode. You must get off to push or pull T-ROBOT to a safe

area.

25. When you lift the battery case, be cautious not to insert metal objects (such as lead or key) into the battery

charging port or touch the battery output positive/negative contacts to avoid short circuit of the battery. Both metal contacts of T-ROBOT battery case must not be touched simultaneously by a wet hand and more importantly must not be touched by metal at the same time. Otherwise it can produce strong short-circuit current and cause accidents.

26. For prolonged shutdown of T-ROBOT, the batteries should be stored after getting fully charged. For

maintenance of your batteries, charge them regularly (the interval is about one month).

27. The battery must not be close to fire source or put into the fire. Never expose the batteries to direct sunlight in

the high-temperature season; try to charge it under the room temperature in winter to ensure full charging. Avoid putting it close to combustible, explosive or corrosive gases.

28. During working, if the temperature of battery shell exceeds 60°C and it is felt hot, the use of battery should be

immediately stopped.

29. In order to avoid damage to internal parts, do not dismantle the battery case and charger case without

permission. Never spoil the labels on the battery case and charger case. Failing to follow this would void the warranty

30. Don’t let T-ROBOT freely move in the balance mode, which could cause injury to others or damage to

T-ROBOT.

31. Don’t ride T-ROBOT on the motorway. Comply with local applicable laws.

32. Don’t ride T-ROBOT to drag any object.

33. Keep sufficient space between the body and the handles. Do not tilt your body excessively or lean forward /

back off suddenly, so as to prevent T-ROBOT losing balance and causing crash, rollover or injury (more attention should be paid for high-speed riding).

34. Don’t exceed various weight limits mentioned in this manual.

35. Before driving T-ROBOT, check if there is wear or break with the cover tire thread pattern and if the tire

pressure meets requirements in this manual.

36. Always make sure the power is switched off before handling T-ROBOT. The handling procedure should be as

per this manual.

37. Make sure the plug is already removed and power is switched off before starting maintenance for T-ROBOT.

38. Handle the battery gently and carefully. Avoid crushing or falling to protect the shell against damage.

39. Don’t use the chargers or other accessories that are not specially designed for the product of our company.

Our company shall not assume any responsibility for any accident due to failing to follow this.

40. Don’t retrofit T-ROBOT without permission. Failing to follow this can bring potential safety hazard and void

the warranty. Our company shall not assume any responsibility for the loss due to dismantling and retrofit of T-ROBOT without authorization.

41. When riding in a rainy/snowy condition, try to avoid wetting the switches and plugs to prevent leakage of

electricity. Switch off the power timely when you are not riding. Don’t let T-ROBOT squatter. If the water level exceeds the controller, power circuits or batteries, it can cause short circuit and damage of electrical device. Please pay attention to it.

42. Don’t wash with water when cleaning so as to prevent the internal electronic components and circuits causing

safety problems due to wetting.

43. Carry out cleaning with a neutral cleaner. Use a cleaning cloth to softly wipe smut off the surface of paint or

plastics, and then use a dry cloth to wipe it clean.

44. Don’t open the base.

45. Don’t open the gear case.

46. Don’t ride T-ROBOT amid dangerous gases so as to avoid fire or other problems.

47. T-ROBOT should avoid being exposed to sunlight for prolonged time. Store it in a cool place. The direct

sunlight can accelerate degradation of the paint, plastics, rubber parts and electronic components, reducing their service life and reliability.

48. T-ROBOT is not suitable for long-distance running.

49. Keep T-ROBOT tires in contact with the ground constantly.

10. Follow-up service

10.1. Replacement of parts

For replacement of parts, please go to the authorized service center of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd. Never assemble/disassemble it on your own.

10.2. Purchase of other accessories

All the service centers authorized by Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd can provide services for you with respect to accessories. Please contact the nearest local service center or Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd.

10.3. List of spare parts

For the list of spare parts, see the list of components for details.

11. Common failures and troubleshooting

Table 6 Common failures and troubleshooting

Failure

Reason

Troubleshooting

The vehicle cannot be

started

Battery is in an under-voltage state

Charge it immediately

Battery is at the end of service life

Contact designated service center for

replacement of battery

Shutdown button cannot

shut down the vehicle

Failure occurs to main vehicle

Press and hold the slave shutdown button for 2 seconds to complete shutdown.

After the shut down by slave shutdown button, you should immediately deliver the T-ROBOT to the authorized or designated service center of Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd for inspection and maintenance.

Short running distance

after being fully charged

Battery is partially charged

When the battery is not fully charged, it may affect the display of battery power,

causing the displayed result to be higher

than actual electric quantity. You can

check the power after startup and observe

it once again after 3-4 minutes of riding.

If the power drops dramatically, it

indicates a partial charging and

re-charging is needed.

Battery is at the end of service life

Contact designated service center for

replacement of battery

Battery cannot be

charged or fully charged

No output from charger

Contact designated service centers for

exchange of charger

Charger is in poor contact with charging

socket

Change the charging socket

Battery is at the end of service life

Contact the designated service center for

replacement of battery

Illuminating lamp cannot

be lit

Lamp is defective

Contact the designated service center for

replacement of illuminating lamp

Controller component is

burnt

Water penetration and short circuit inside

the controller, causing the component to be

burnt

Contact the designated service center for

replacement of controller

Shake or eccentricity of

triangle

Front/rear quick-dismantling mechanism is

loose or deformed

Contact the designated service center for

replacement of triangle

Tire is loose or shaking

Lock bolts get loose

Tighten the bolts

Tire turns to one side

suddenly when it is in

service

Signal failure

Shut down the vehicle for inspection;

contact the designated service center

Tire cannot maintain

pressure

Tire is worn or air leaks out of tire valve

Contact designated service center for

inspection and replacement

If no problem above is found, it is subject to other failures. At this time, please deliver the vehicle to the user service

department or designated service center of our company for professional repair.

Without the written consent of our company, it isn’t allowed to reproduce, translate or extract from the Operation

Manual. Our company reserves all rights of relevant versions and the right of modification according to the laws.

Our company will make improvement on various vehicle models. Therefore, the related equipment and

technologies are subject to change without prior notice.

Shanghai New Century Robot Co., Ltd.

June 2011

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