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- Page 1 Pearl 4 Wheel Scooter Owner’s Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Guarantee How to use this manual General warnings EMC (EMI) warnings Features Safety warnings & user guidance Tiller control functions Operating your scooter Guidance for safe operation & use Batteries & charging Routine maintenance Service history Specifications Troubleshooting Iss 2... -
Page 4: Introduction
(300lbs) in weight. Please see specifications. Differing user weights can cause performance variation. Maximum user weight tested using 136kg test dummy. The scooter is designed to be driven on footpaths and to cross roads and therefore should not be driven through mud, water, snow, sand, loose gravel or any other... -
Page 5: Guarantee
Agent work under the “Warranty Conditions” will be carried out by any other service agent designated by the manufacturer. 3 Should any part of the scooter require repair or replacement as a result of a specific manufacturing or material defect within two years... -
Page 6: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your scooter. This Owner’s Manual will familiarise you with the scooter and its features. It contains guidance on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the warranty. - Page 7 Serious injury can occur in the event of a fall from a mobility scooter. Sunrise Medical DO NOT RECOMMEND that a scooter user is transported in any type of vehicle when seated in the scooter.
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Page 8: General Warnings
Such action may result in the scooter tipping over or in injury to the person or both. DO NOT use an escalator to move the mobility scooter between floors as serious bodily injury could arise from such actions. - Page 9 GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL & OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES DO NOT operate the mobility scooter without first checking that it is safe to do so. Always be aware of your surroundings. DO NOT attempt to use your mobility scooter without first checking that all wiring harnesses are connected and all detachable parts/assemblies are correctly aligned and firmly fixed in place.
- Page 10 DO NOT stand on any of the body panels, only the footboard. DO NOT stand on the scooter seat. DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the scooter seat without first checking that it is LOCKED into position. Attempting unsafe transfers can result in bodily injury and/or damage.
- Page 11 DO NOT operate your mobility scooter during an electrical storm. DO NOT leave your mobility scooter in a rain storm of any kind. DO NOT use your mobility scooter in a shower or leave it in a damp bathroom or sauna.
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Page 12: Emc (Emi) Warnings
TV stations, amateur (HAM) radio transmitters, two way radios and mobile phones. The interference, (from radio sources), can cause the mobility scooter to release it’s brakes, move by itself, or move in an unintended way. Permanent damage can also be done to the mobility scooters control system. - Page 13 3. If you experience unintended movement or brake release, switch your scooter OFF as soon as it is safe to do so. 4. Adding accessories, components or modifying the mobility scooter, may increase susceptibility to EMC (EMI).
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Page 14: Features
Features SEATING PAGE 16 BATTERY PACK PAGE 25-29 FREEWHEEL LEVER PAGE 20 Iss 2 WIDTH ADJUSTABLE CONTROL POD ARMRESTS PAGE 18-19 PAGE 17 TYRES PAGE 30 BASKET TILLER ADJUSMENT PAGE 17 Photo 1... - Page 15 3. Pull the armrest upwards until vertical. 4. Put your left foot on the ground gently steadying yourself. 5. Carefully get out of the seat and stand by the side of your scooter with both feet on the ground. 6. You may leave the armrest in this position or return it to normal.
- Page 16 Always ensure that your scooter is switched off before attempting to mount or dismount. Do not attempt to operate your scooter whilst standing next to it.
- Page 17 Safety warning and user guidance Lifting heavy or bulky components Seat: 1. Lift armrests upwards until vertical (Photo 2). 2. Stand behind seat and fold the backrest down (Photo 3). 3. Hold the seat rotation lever upwards. 4. Carefully remove the seat, keeping your back straight and bending your knees.
- Page 18 Transporting the scooter along a slope in freewheel mode can be dangerous. Take extra care if this is necessary. Always re-engage the freewheel device after use. Never sit on your scooter whilst in freewheel since the scooter will no longer automatically stop.
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Page 19: Seat Height Adjustment
Always ensure your scooter or scooter parts are securely anchored when being transported. Do not sit on your scooter whilst it is being transported in or on another vehicle. Do not attempt to carry passengers on your scooter. -
Page 20: Armrest Adjustment
Tiller Adjustment The scooter features an adjustable tiller which allows you to lock the tiller in the most comfortable driving position. This feature also lets you fold the tiller down fully, for transportation and stowage. -
Page 21: Tiller Control Functions
Tiller control functions Hand Controls All of the drive controls for the scooter are to be found on the Tiller Control Box (Photo 5). The Pre-set Speed Knob Turning this knob to the left, reduces your available maximum speed. Turning it to the right, increases the available maximum speed. - Page 22 On-Off Switch/Key Switch If your scooter has a key, it is horizontal when in the on position (photo 5). Make sure that this switch is in the OFF position BEFORE getting on or off the scooter.
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Page 23: Operating Your Scooter
Caution! It is advisable that during the first few sessions of operating your scooter that the area around you is clear of obstacles and pedestrians. Before operating your scooter, ensure the seat height has been adjusted to your satisfaction, and the tiller angle has been set for optimum safety and comfort. -
Page 24: Basic Driving
Operating your Scooter Basic Driving 1. Make sure you are properly seated on the scooter and that the Speed Control knob is turned fully to the left, towards the Min. position.. Note: Reverse movement of the scooter may not occur when Speed Control Dial is turned fully anti-clockwise and reversing up a slope. - Page 25 Letting go of the throttle lever will slow the scooter to a controlled stop. Switching off The scooter must always be switched off at the On-Off switch. When the scooter is stowed or not in use for a long period of time, always switch the battery pack off. Iss 2...
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Page 26: Guidance For Safe Operation & Use
Use caution if this is the case. Remember before crossing the road, drive forwards and position the scooter at 90° to the road. Stopping about 30 - 60cm (1 - 2 feet), away from the edge of the footpath. Check that it is clear to cross. - Page 27 Guidance for safe operation and use Hill climbing Your scooter is designed to travel up or down most reasonable slopes up to 9°, however both hill climbing capability and distance travelled between battery charges will be adversely affected by such things as: 1.
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Page 28: Batteries & Charging
Battery pack Your scooter is fitted with a battery pack that requires no maintanance, other than regular charging. If the battery pack is physically damaged, please use extreme caution when handling it. - Page 29 (more than 5 days) first charge your batteries for 12 hours, then remove charger lead and ensure the scooter is switched off. 6. Failure to allow for recharge will damage the batteries and can lead to shortened distances and permanent failure.
- Page 30 The range figures are calculated to I.S.O. Standard 7176, Part 4: Scooter Energy Consumption Theoretical Range. This test is carried out in controlled conditions with new, fully charged batteries, on a level test surface and a user weight of 85kg.
- Page 31 There is a reset button on the left-hand side of the battery pack, looking from the rear of the scooter, (Photo 11). If a fault occurs, the button will pop out. Switch the scooter and battery pack off, press the button in and switch the battery pack on first and then the scooter.
- Page 32 2. RED = Power On. 3. GREEN = Fully charged. Photo 10 4. FLASHING GREEN = Charging Please note that the scooter has a safety circuit to prevent it from being driven off during charging. If your scooter fails to respond to normal control after a charging period, please check that the battery charger has been completely disconnected from the scooter.
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Page 33: Routine Maintenance
Full service by dealer ✔ Fig. A Fig. B Storage When storing your scooter for long periods (in excess of one week), charge batteries for 12 hours and then lift off the battery pack to minimise battery discharge. Electronic faults... -
Page 34: Service History
Service history This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your scooter. Should you decide to sell or exchange your vehicle in the future, this will prove most helpful to you. Your Service Agent will also benefit from a documented record and this manual should accompany the scooter when service or repair work is carried out. -
Page 35: Specifications
Specifications PARAMETER LENGTH REAR WIDTH MAX. USER WEIGHT BATTERY PACK MAX SAFE ANGLE TURN RADIUS SEAT - BASE HEIGHT MAX SPEED WHEEL SIZE FRONT WHEEL SIZE REAR RANGE OVERALL WEIGHT HEAVIEST PART Pearl Pearl 40.5” (103cm) 22" (56cm) 300lbs/ 21st (136kg) 21 AH 8°... -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
Motor runs irregularly Control system fault and/or noisily Electrical malfunction DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN ANY PARTS OF THE SCOOTER CONTROL SYSTEM, BATTERY PACK, LOOMS, PLUGS OR BATTERY CHARGER. THE CONTROL SYSTEM IS SAFETY CRITICAL AND THERE ARE NO USER Iss 2... - Page 37 Notes Iss 2...
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- Page 40 Sunrise Medical Limited Sunrise Business Park, High Street, Wollaston, West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 eMail: sunmail@sunmed.co.uk www.sunrisemedical.com...