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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5. RIDING YOUR SCOOTER Getting on Basic Driving Ramps and Curbs 6. TRANSPORTING YOUR SCOOTER Disassembly Assembly Transporting 7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Batteries and Charging Troubleshooting Diagnostics SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY SERVICE RECORD Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010 -13.
  • Page 3 Owner’s Manual. The Monarch GC440 is imported by Scooters Australia Pty Ltd. If you need any assistance, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the scooter.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Headlights (and tail lights): A standard feature, the headlights and taillights feature bright, long-lasting LED bulbs. The headlight is angle-adjustable. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 5: Safety

    2. SAFETY Your Monarch GP440 scooter is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your scooter carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people.
  • Page 6 When the key is in the On position, the freewheel is in the engaged position, and the scooter is under power, the motor will help slow down the scooter as soon as you take your hand off of the throttle lever. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.
  • Page 7 Never drive your scooter up or down a step or curb that is higher than the ground • clearance on the specifications page. Never back up or down a step or curb. • Never operate your scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol. • Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 8: Emi / Rfi

    • Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to Scooters Australia WARNING: Turn off your scooter as soon as it is safely possible if unintended or uncontrollable motion occurs or if unintended brake release occurs. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 9: Controls

    This self-centering lever system controls your scooter’s speed (up to the maximum speed set by the speed adjustment dial) and its forward and reverse direction. See Fig 3. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.
  • Page 10 3. Tighten the adjustment knobs. Seat Height Adjustment To adjust the seat height: 1. Remove the seat by raising the lever and lifting the seat straight up. 2. Set the seat aside. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 11: Freewheel Mode

    Pushing the scooter too quickly in freewheel will cause the motor to act as a generator causing the scooter to become difficult to push. Freewheel slowly. Figure 8. Figure 9. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.
  • Page 12 WARNING: Never set your scooter in freewheel mode when it is on an incline. Never disengage the brake handle while you are operating your scooter. Always make certain that your scooter brake is engaged before inserting the key into the key switch. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 13: Riding Your Scooter

    If you must steer in a tight spot, such as entering a doorway or when turning around: 1. Bring your scooter to a full stop. 2. Set speed at the lowest setting. 3. Turn the tiller to the direction in which you wish to drive. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 14: Ramps And Curbs

    Your scooter performs admirably on grass, gravel, and hills, but you must follow the operational parameters presented in this manual. Refer to the “Safety” section. If you are unsure about any situation, avoid it. Common sense is your best protection. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 15: Transporting Your Scooter

    NOTE: The key must be removed from the key switch to fully lower the tiller. The tiller will only lock when it is in the center position. Figure 10. Figure 11. Figure 12. Figure 13. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.
  • Page 16 2. Reconnect the batteries. See Fig 13. 3. Wrap the hook and loop strap around the battery and the battery harness. See Fig. 17. Figure 15. Figure 17. Figure 16. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 17: Transporting

    WARNING: 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. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 18: Care And Maintenance

    4. Turn the Charger on and leave on until at least 1 hour after the green light has come NOTE: Do not turn the charger off and leave it plugged into the scooter Figure 20. Figure 21. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    As you operate your scooter, battery voltages go down and battery current must rise to satisfy the demands of the motor and of other electrical devices operating on your scooter. This can cause a heavy current draw that will trip the main circuit breaker. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 20: Diagnostics

    Underinflated tyres cause the motor to draw large amounts of current. This high draw overheats the motor control board. Your scooter will not operate until the motor control board cools back to its operational temperature range. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.
  • Page 21 Indicates a motor voltage problem. Your scooter will not operate until the problem is corrected. Remedy: Contact your authorised dealer. 9 Flashes Indicates other internal errors or faults. Your scooter will not operate until the problem is corrected. Remedy: Contact your authorised dealer. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    As improvements are continually occurring to our products, we reserve the right to change the details of this manual, including the specifications, without prior notice. Please check with your local dealer for details. Monarch GC340 / 440 Owner’s Manual. © Scooters Australia 2010-13.
  • Page 23 Authorised Dealer for such claims. If the product is not taken to the Authorised Dealer a call-out fee may be payable. This warranty covers the following products: Monarch Buzz GE106/116/146 Monarch GC 340/440 • • Monarch Literider GL110/140 Monarch Literider Powerchairs •...
  • Page 24 Limited Warranty Scooters and Powerchairs (continued) Effective January 1 , 2012 Warranty Exclusions: Scooters Australia does not provide warranty on any of the following items which may require replacement due to the normal wear and tear of day to day usage: Tyres and Tubes •...
  • Page 25 Service Record Initial Owner …………………………………………………………………………………..…. Date Purchased: ……………………………………………… Invoice #: ……………………… Date Invoice # Technician Notes Serviced (signature) 12 Months Service 24 Months Service 36 Months Service 48 Months Service 60 Months Service • Please phone your local dealer to arrange for your next service appointment •...
  • Page 26 Authorised Dealer:...

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