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  • Page 1 Servicemanual Servicemanual Handicare Produksjon AS Serviceboks - 2626 Lillehammer - Norway...
  • Page 2 Handicare Raptor Servicemanual Servicemanual Handicare Raptor. Innholdsfortegnelse Side INNLEDNING ESERVEDELER EKNISK SUPPORT ESIRKULERING ARANTIER RUK OG DAGLIG VEDLIKEHOLD HANDICARE RAPTOR OVEDKOMPONENTER AKRAMME RONTRAMME AROSSERI IKTIGE FREMGANGSMÅTER APTOR KIFTE MOTOR DIFFERENSIAL LEKTRONIKK TATUS INDIKASJON INFORMASJONSMELDINGER Batteri indikator konstant/jevn Batteri indikator blinker sakte Batteri indikator ruller Batteri indikator blinker hvert 5.
  • Page 3 Denne servicemanualen er beregnet for teknisk personell som skal utføre service på Handicare Raptor. Servicemanualen er et tillegg til Raptor Brukermanual og Raptor Delekatalog. Det som står i Raptor Brukermanual vil i minst mulig grad bli gjentatt her. Rev.: 2005-04...

  • Page 4: R Eservedeler

    Informasjon om bruk og daglig vedlikehold finner du i ”Brukermanualen”. Handicare Raptor Hovedkomponenter Raptor er bygd opp modulært. I dette kapitlet vil vi ta for oss selve hovedkomponentene slik at du blir mer kjent med produktet. Rev.: 2005-04 Side 3...

  • Page 5: B Akramme

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual Bakramme Bakrammen inneholder sveist bakramme, drivlinje (motor/differensial/nav/felger/dekk), batterikasser, fjæring, nødbrems og seteinnfestning. Se figur. Frontramme Frontrammen inneholder sveist frontramme, forlengerramme, hjulspindel m/fjæring, hjulnav, felger, dekk, støtfanger, rattstamme, ratt etc. Se figur. Sete Dette settes rett ned i seteinnfestningen på bakrammen. Seteinnfestningen kan flyttes frem/tilbake i 4 posisjoner.

  • Page 6: K Arosseri

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual Kan fås med følgende tilbehør: • Seteforskyvning • Svingsete Karosseri Karosseriet består av følgende komponenter: • Motordeksel • Batterideksel • Deksel, frontramme • Høyre bakskjerm • Venstre bakskjerm • Høyre forskjerm • Venstre forskjerm Rev.: 2005-04 Side 5...

  • Page 7: V Iktige Fremgangsmåter

    Dele Raptor Raptor kan ”deles” på to måter: 1. Ved å skru ut bolten foran (pos 1) på akselen under frontrammen vil Raptor deles i to slik at kun akseltappen på bakrammen stikker ut foran batterikasser. 2. Ved å skru ut de 4 skruene for lengdejustering på frontrammen (pos2) vil Raptor kunne trekkes fra hverandre, forlengerramme på...

  • Page 8: E Lektronikk

    Raptor igjen. Kontakt din service avdeling. Sakte eller treg bevegelse Hvis Raptor ikke går med full fart eller ikke reagerer raskt nok og tilstanden på batteriene er bra, sjekk innstilling for hastighetsbegrensning på styreboksen (potmeter). Hvis ikke det hjelper å justere denne verdien kan det være en ufarlig feil. Kontakt din service avdeling.
  • Page 9 Sjekk frihjulsbryteren eller bremsespaken. 5 søyler: Ikke i bruk. 6 søyler: Batteriladeren forhindrer kontrollsystemet i å kjøre Raptor. Koble fra batteriladeren. 7 søyler: En gasshåndtakfeil er påvist. Påse at gasshåndtaket er i nøytral posisjon før du skrur på kontrollsystemet.

  • Page 10: Sp1 Håndholdt Programmerer

    PGDT kontrollere generelt. Feil programmering kan føre til et usikkert oppsett av kjøretøyet for føreren. PGDT og Handicare fraskriver seg et hvert ansvar for tap eller skader hvis programmeringen av kontrolleren avviker fra fabrikkoppsettet. 1.1 Bruk av SP1a med Solo, Egis og S-Drive Generelt kan alle SP1a håndholdte programmerere brukes sammen med DT125, Solo, Egis...

  • Page 11: Sp1 A H Åndholdt Programmerer

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual Tabellen nedenfor sammenfatter kompatibiliteten mellom de forskjellige SP1a versjonene og Solo, Egis og S-Drive kontrollerene. Funksjon/parameter Kontroller kompabilitet SP1a versjon (x) Solo Egis S-Drive D50040/x D49371/x Forward Acceleration Alle Alle Forward Deceleration Alle Alle Reverse Acceleration Alle...
  • Page 12 Handicare Raptor Servicemanual SP1a tastatur layout Hjelp knapp: Ved å trykke på denne knappen vises informasjon om den funksjonen du har valgt. I menyer vil du få vite hva hvert valg gjør, i valgmodus forteller den deg hva du skal gjøre videre.

  • Page 13: Viktig Merknad

    PGDT kontrollere generelt. Feil programmering kan føre til et upassende oppsett av kjøretøyet for føreren. PGDT og Handicare fraskriver seg et hvert ansvar for tap eller skader hvis programmeringen av kontrolleren avviker fra fabrikkoppsettet. 3.1 Tilkobling SP1a kan tilkobles når kontrolleren er av eller på, det men altså...

  • Page 14: Programmering

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 3.1.1 Programmering For å programmere kobler du rett og slett SP1a til kontrolleren mens denne er på. Hvis SP1a viser diagnostikk informasjon trykker du på Enter knappen og SP1a vil gå inn i programmeringsmodus. 3.1.2 Diagnostikk For å bruke SP1a til å vise feilkoder (Trip Codes) og feilmeldinger kobler du den til kontrolleren når den har koblet ut pga.

  • Page 15: Reverse Accel'n

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 4.3 Reverse Accel’n? Justerer verdien for akselerasjon bakover for kjøretøyet, med intervall på 1. Det er to innstillinger: Fast: Denne verdien er brukt når kjøretøyets ”Slow/Fast” bryter er satt til ”Fast”. Slow: Denne verdien er brukt når kjøretøyets ”Slow/Fast” bryter er satt til ”Slow”.

  • Page 16: Min Forward Speed

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 4.6 Min Forward Speed? Denne verdien setter MINIMUM fart forover for kjøretøyet. For at denne parameteren skal ha noen betydning må potensiometer for fartsbegrensning være installert og korrekt programmert. Potensiometer for fartsbegrensning må være satt inn i parallell konfigurasjon. Under disse forutsetningene er det to innstillinger: Fast: Denne verdien er brukt når kjøretøyets potensiometer for fartsbegrensning er satt til...

  • Page 17: Invert Throttle

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 4.9 Invert Throttle? Denne parameteren kan settes til ”Yes” eller ”No”. Brukes for å snu kjøreretning for gasspådrag. Nyttig hvis noen vil ha gasspaken på andre siden (venstrehente), da kan man bare endre denne parameteren og snu gasspaken.

  • Page 18: K Ap . 2: D Iagnostikk

    En reparasjon som er utført feil eller en reparasjon som påvirker systemet i negativ retning (forringer systemet) kan resultere i et farlig oppsett av kjøretøyet. PGDT og Handicare fraskriver seg et hvert ansvar for tap eller skader som oppstår på grunn av en slik reparasjon.

  • Page 19: P Åvise At Systemfeil Har Forekommet

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 2 Påvise at systemfeil har forekommet Avhengig av hvordan kontrolleren er programmert og oppsettet av kjøretøyet vil en systemfeil vises på en av to måter. • På batterisøyle indikatoren (TrueCharge Indicator). • På en LED eller en enkel lyspære indikator.

  • Page 20: F Eil Diagnostikk

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 3 Feil diagnostikk Handicare Raptor er utstyrt med batterisøyle indikator (TrueCharge) og diagnose indikator, det to metoder for feil diagnostikk. 3.1 Feil diagnostikk med batterisøyle indikator Hvis det oppstår en feil kan du finne ut hva som har skjedd ved å telle antallet søyler på...

  • Page 21: Feil Diagnostikk Med Sp1A Håndholdt Programmerer

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual 3.3 Feil diagnostikk med SP1a håndholdt programmerer Du kan også bruke SP1a håndholdt programmerer fra PG Drives Technology Ltd. for å fastslå eksakt feil type. For å gjøre dette må du koble til SP1a til kontrolleren når batterisøyle indikatoren blinker raskt, en feilmelding vil da vises på...

  • Page 22: K Ap . 4: E Gis Diagnostikk

    En reparasjon som er utført feil eller en reparasjon som påvirker systemet i negativ retning (forringer systemet) kan resultere i et farlig oppsett av kjøretøyet. PGDT og Handicare fraskriver seg et hvert ansvar for tap eller skader som oppstår på grunn av en slik reparasjon.

  • Page 23: Vedlegg

    Handicare Raptor Servicemanual Vedlegg V-1: Egis manual fra PG Drives Technology Ltd. Manualen “Egis Series Scooter Controller. Operation and Installation” er skrevet på engelsk og er på 74 sider. Den har egen sidenummerering (begynner på nytt). V-2: SP1A manual fra PG Drives Technology Ltd.
  • Page 24 PG DRIVES TECHNOLOGY EGIS SERIES SCOOTER CONTROLLER OPERATION & INSTALLATION SK75326/6...
  • Page 25 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY © PG Drives Technology. 2003 All rights reserved. This manual is furnished under copyright and may only be used in accordance with the terms laid out by PG Drives Technology. The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by PG Drives Technology.

  • Page 26: Table Of Contents

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY TABLE OF CONTENTS About this manual ..........................viii ICONS ................................viii Chapter 1 - Operation ..................... 1 Introduction ..........................General ............................Handling ....................Operating Conditions ................Controls ............................On/Off Switch ..................Status Indicator ..................Throttle ....................3.3.1 Wig-wag Throttle ..................3.3.2 Single-ended Throttle ...................
  • Page 27 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Slow or Sluggish Movement ..............Pushing your Scooter ....................... Using Freewheel Switch ................Disengaging the Parking Brake .............. Battery Gauge ........................10.1 How To Read a Single Bulb (or LED) Battery Gauge ......... 10.2 How To Read a TruCharge Battery Gauge ..........10.2.1 Driving .......................
  • Page 28 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Guard Pins ..................... Reverse Alarm ..................Status Indicator ..................Reverse Switch ..................Slow/Fast Switch ..................Freewheel ....................6.10 0 Volts ....................Charger Connections ......................Inhibit ..................... 7.1.1 Inhibit Mode ....................7.1.2 Inhibit 1 Operation ..................Mounting ............................Orientation ..................... Position ....................
  • Page 29 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Surface Mount Variant ................3.2.1 Fixing ......................3.2.2 Sealing ......................Inset Variant ................... 3.3.1 Fixing ......................3.2.2 Sealing ......................Wiring ............................. Wire Gauge ................... Connectors .................... 4.2.1 Surface Mount Variant ................4.2.2 Inset Variant ....................Connections ..........................Controller Connections ................ESD Connection ..................
  • Page 30 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY 2.12 Battery Connections ................2.13 Freewheel ....................2.14 Position ....................2.15 Production Tests ..................Chapter 5 - Specifications ..................63 Electrical Specifications ....................SK75326/6...

  • Page 31: About This Manual

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY About this manual This manual is split into 6 chapters which are in turn split into separate sections. Each chapter deals with a specific issue. Chapter 1 - Operation Chapter 1 - Operation Chapter 1 - Operation Chapter 1 - Operation Chapter 1 - Operation This chapter deals with the controls and functionality of the Egis Scooter Controller.

  • Page 32: Chapter 1 - Operation

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION CHAPTER 1 OPERATION SK75326/6...
  • Page 33 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY SK75326/6...

  • Page 34: Introduction

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Introduction The relevant contents of this chapter should be included in the scooter operating guide. Further copies are available from PGDT in both written or disk (Adobe PDF) format. Copies should not be made without the express permission of PGDT. The operation of the Egis series of scooter controllers is simple and easy to understand.

  • Page 35: Controls

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Controls Depending on the specification of scooter to which the Egis is fitted, some or all of the following controls will be used. On/Off Switch The on/off switch applies power to the controller electronics, which in turn supply power to the motor.

  • Page 36: Status Indicator

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Status Indicator Depending on the scooter model, the status indicator may be a single bulb (or LED) or a PGDT TruCharge battery and diagnostics indicator. The status indicator shows you that the scooter is switched on. It also indicates the operating status of the scooter.

  • Page 37: Getting Ready To Drive

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Getting Ready to Drive Check that the speed limiting control is turned to a position which suits you. Operate the on/off switch. A TruCharge type status indicator will blink and turn on after half a second. A single bulb (or LED) type status indicator will turn on immediately. If the scooter has a single-ended throttle, use the reverse switch to select the direction you want to drive and then push the throttle to control the speed.

  • Page 38: Precautions For Use

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Precautions for Use In the event of the scooter moving in an unexpected way RELEASE THE THROTTLE. This action will stop the scooter in any circumstances. Hazards Do not drive the scooter: • Beyond restrictions indicated in your scooter user manual, for example inclines, curb heights etc.
  • Page 39 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY It is the responsibility of the scooter manufacturer to ensure that the scooter complies with appropriate National and International EMC legislation. PGDT accepts no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with this condition. The scooter user must comply with all scooter safety warnings.

  • Page 40: Safety Checks

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Safety Checks The electronic circuits in the Egis have been designed to be extremely safe and reliable. The on-board microcomputer carries out safety checks at up to 100 times per second. To supplement this safety monitoring you should carry out the following periodic checks. If the control system fails any of these checks, do not use the scooter and contact your service agent.

  • Page 41: Status Indication

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Status Indication Depending on the scooter model, the status indicator may be a single lamp (or LED) or a TruCharge battery gauge and diagnostics display. Both types indicate the status of the controller. See section 10 for more details of TruCharge battery gauge. Please note that a number of supposedly faulty controllers returned to PGDT are subsequently found to operate correctly.

  • Page 42: Slow Or Sluggish Movement

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION The information in the following diagrams still applies, so for example, if an Egis with this feature enabled had a throttle fault, the status lamp would flash 7 times, pause briefly, flash 7 times, pause briefly and so on. The battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the 1 Bar battery.

  • Page 43: Pushing Your Scooter

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Pushing your Scooter Depending on the scooter model you have and the status of the controller, there are different methods of easily pushing your scooter. Using Freewheel Switch If the scooter is fitted with a freewheel switch then you can easily push the scooter by operating this switch with the scooter switched on.

  • Page 44: Battery Gauge

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Battery Gauge Depending on the type of scooter you have, the battery gauge may be a single bulb (or LED) or a TruCharge display. How to read each type is described in the following sections. The battery gauge is included to let you know how much charge is left in your batteries. The best way for you to use the gauge is to learn how it behaves as you drive the scooter.

  • Page 45: 10.2.1 Driving

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY 10.2.1 Driving If the battery gauge shows red, yellow and green, the batteries are charged. If the battery gauge show just red and yellow, then you should charge the batteries as soon as you can. If the battery gauge shows just red, either steady or flashing slowly, then you should charge the batteries immediately.

  • Page 46: Battery Charging

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Battery Charging To charge the scooter batteries connect the charger plug into the battery charger socket on the scooter. You will not be able to drive the scooter when the charger is connected. Do not exceed the maximum charging current for the scooter. PGDT accepts no responsibility for losses of any kind from failure to comply with this condition.

  • Page 47: Programming

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Programming If you cannot find a position of the speed limiting control that suits you, the controller can be programmed to meet your needs. The controller can be programmed in two ways – with an SP1 Programmer or with a Pocket Programmer. The SP1 is a small hand-held unit which can be plugged into your controller to alter the program.

  • Page 48: Warranty

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PERATION Warranty The Egis Scooter Controller is covered by a warranty period defined by the scooter manufacturer. For details of the warranty period, please contact your service agent. The warranty will be void if the Egis Scooter Controller has: •...
  • Page 49 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY SK75326/6...

  • Page 50: Chapter 2 - Installation

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION SK75326/6...
  • Page 51 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY SK75326/6...

  • Page 52: Documentation

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION Documentation Egis Operation Study Chapter 1: Operation. It is important that the information in Chapter 1 is supplied with the scooter, either as part of the scooter user handbook or as a separate document. This chapter sets out the installation conditions that must be complied with in order to meet the safety requirements of ISO7176-14.

  • Page 53: Soft-Stop

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Soft-Stop If the version of Egis you have has the Soft-Stop function enabled (see controller data sheet), you must ensure that the emergency stopping distance is within the distance specified for the country in which the scooter will be used. For countries requiring CE marking this is as specified in EN12184.

  • Page 54: Connections

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION Connections General Study the data sheet for the control system to identify: • The output current, ratings and restrictions • The connector pin assignments Recommendations for the cross-sectional area, ratings and materials for wiring are given in the table in section 3.5. These depend on the application. You are responsible for establishing the suitability of the particular wiring arrangement used on the scooter.

  • Page 55: Battery Connections

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Intech’s details are as below. Tel: +44 (0)1522 869460 Fax: +44 (0)1522 869461 The connector part numbers are: Connector PG Drives Technology Intech Reference Reference Battery IPG-5202-PS D49712 PG80-B D50287 PG80-B (High Current) Motor/Brake D49925 PG80-SM IPG-5403-S D50009 PG80-SM (High Current) Hand tools for crimping and extraction are available from Intech, the references are as below.

  • Page 56: Motor Connections

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION ISO 7176-14 requires you to provide protection against short circuits in the battery wiring and the power loom or the extremely unlikely event of a short circuit in the controller. Place a suitable circuit breaker in series with the battery supply, for example in the link between two 12V batteries.

  • Page 57: Batteries

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY These recommendations are derived from well proven field experience of various international scooter manufacturers. Nevertheless, it is advised that manufacturers confirm them by carrying out suitable tests. Keep wire lengths as short as possible. If required up to 10.0mm2 wire gauge may be utilized with the High Current connecter kits.

  • Page 58: Control Connections

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION Control Connections The control connections are via a 14 way Molex Microfit 3.0 connector. The mating crimps and connector housing are Molex types 43030-0007 and 43025-1400 respectively. PGDT can supply these parts or Molex can be contacted directly. An optional rubber sealing boot is available for the connector, please contact PGDT for details.
  • Page 59 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY SK75326/6...
  • Page 60 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION SK75326/6...

  • Page 61: 6.3.1 Speed Limiting Potentiometer

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY In case 1, the scooter’s slow speed would increase to 40% of the programmed maximum speed. In case 2, the scooter’s slow speed would decrease dependent on the actual electrical travel. There is also an interaction between the 2 cases. Therefore, to achieve the desired slow speed, a value other than 25K may be required.

  • Page 62: Freewheel

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION The controller can be programmed to give either a continuous alarm or a pulsed alarm. This can be selected by programming, (see Programming and Diagnostic Technical Manual). Status Indicator This output controls either a PGDT TruCharge type status indicator or a single bulb (or LED) type status indicator.

  • Page 63: Volts

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY If the controller has detected a trip in either itself or elsewhere on the scooter’s electrical system, then it is not possible to release the solenoid brake with the freewheel switch. In this instance, less force is required to push the scooter if it is switched off If you have disengaged the brake and the scooter is switched off, then it may be possible for the scooter to freewheel at potentially dangerous speeds.

  • Page 64: Charger Connections

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION Charger Connections The Egis controller has a dedicated connector for the battery charger. Because the charging current is routed via the controller, then the connection of a charger can be automatically detected and the actual level of charging current measured and displayed via a PGDT TruCharge type status indicator.

  • Page 65: 7.1.2 Inhibit 1 Operation

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY EGIS INHIBIT LINE ACTIVE STATES Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Open-circuit Connected to 0V or Connected to 0V Open-circuit Mode 4 Mode 5 Mode 6 Connected to Connected to Connected to Battery +ve Battery +ve Battery +ve or 0V or Open-circuit 7.1.2 Inhibit 1 Operation The parameter can be set to one of two states:...

  • Page 66: Mounting

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION Mounting Orientation The controller should be mounted so that water cannot enter and remain in the connector recesses. The recommended mounting orientation is such that the connectors must be lowermost. The function of the controller is not sensitive to mounting orientation.

  • Page 67: Cables

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Under strenuous driving conditions it is possible for metal sections of the controller’s case to exceed 41°C (106 °F) in temperature. Under such conditions, the scooter manufacturer should ensure that either the user cannot touch these surfaces, or that the user is warned not to touch these surfaces.

  • Page 68: Production Tests

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION Production Tests Perform the following tests, in order, on each scooter before dispatch. These tests should be conducted in an open space and a restraining device such as a seat belt should always be used. PGDT accepts no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with this condition.

  • Page 69: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The Egis controller series has been tested for compliance with EC directive 89/336/ EEC, and the EMC requirements of EN12184, the FDA and the FCC. The guidelines in this section will help you to make sure that your scooter installation will easily meet the requirements of the directive.
  • Page 70 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY NSTALLATION electronic system, may cause disruption of operation or even permanent damage. The Egis controller incorporates extensive protection against E.S.D., however, you should take the following precautions to prevent high levels of energy entering the controller. The area where E.S.D. is most likely to enter the system is the tiller. Users who have become “charged”, for example by walking on a nylon carpet, can impart a significant discharge to the scooter via the first point they touch.

  • Page 71: Battery Gauge

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Battery Gauge Refer to Chapter 1 sections 8 and 10 for how to read the battery gauge. The battery gauge typically starts to flash slowly when the battery voltage falls below 23.3V whilst the scooter is driving on a level surface. The controller can be programmed to inhibit the low battery flash, please refer to SP1 Programming and Diagnostic Technical Manual.

  • Page 72: Chapter 3 - Tiller Module

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE CHAPTER 3 TILLER MODULE SK75326/6...
  • Page 73 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY SK75326/6...

  • Page 74: Introduction

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE Introduction Study Chapters 1 & 2, they describe the intended functionality of the Tiller Module and the details for connection to the Egis Controller. The Egis Status Indicator parameter will require adjustment before the TruCharge indicator will work correctly. Refer to the Sp1b Pragramming and Diagnostic Technical Manual.
  • Page 75 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY • Inset variant - D50066 / D50032 D50066 Consists of: 1 TruCharge Display Module, 1 Label and 1 Double-sided Adhesive Gasket. D50032 Consists of: 1 TruCharge Display Module and 1 Double- sided Adhesive Gasket. EGIS TILLER MODULE - INSET SK75326/6...

  • Page 76: Dimensions

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE 2 Dimensions Surface Mount Variant The Surface Mount Tiller Module has the dimensions shown in the following illustration. EGIS TILLER MODULE DIMENSIONS - SURFACE 2.07" 52.6mm 0.31" 7.9mm 1.75" 44.5mm Hole = 0.12" 3.1mm Inset Variant The Inset Tiller Module has the dimensions shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 77 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY EGIS TILLER MODULE DIMENSIONS - INSET 1.96" 50.0mm 0.1" 1.77" 45 .0mm 2.5mm Hole = 0.12" 3.1mm SK75326/6...

  • Page 78: Mounting

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE Mounting Handling The Tiller Module contains electronic components which may be sensitive to static electricity. Always store the modules in the original packaging until they are ready to be used. When the modules are removed from the packaging, ensure correct anti- static precautions are taken.

  • Page 79: 3.3.1 Fixing

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY EGIS TILLER MODULE MOUNTING - SURFACE Tiller Module Single Sided Adhesive Pad Scooter Tiller Inset Variant 3.3.1 Fixing The scooter’s control panel should be fitted with holes as suggested in the diagram below. The supplied double-sided adhesive pad should be used to secure the Tiller Module to the scooter’s control panel.
  • Page 80 DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE Alternatively M3 (4-40 UNC) hardware can be used. The height of the display from the printed circuit board is 8.0mm (0.31"). Suitable spacers should be used so that the display is fixed slightly below the scooter’s control panel. Ensure that the metallic fixing hardware (nuts, washers etc.) do not touch the conductive tracks on the printed circuit board.

  • Page 81: Wiring

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Wiring You are responsible for establishing the suitability of the particular wiring arrangement used on the scooter. PG Drives Technology can make general recommendations for wiring to Tiller Modules, but PG Drives Technology accepts no responsibility for the wiring arrangement used.

  • Page 82: Connections

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE Connections EGIS TILLER MODULE CONNECTION - SURFACE (Fused) Status Indicator Connection S-Drive Pin 10 EGIS TILLER MODULE CONNECTION - INSET Hole = 0.12" 3.1mm Drain Connection CON 1 CON 1 Status (Fused) Indicator S-Drive Pin 10 SK75326/6...

  • Page 83: 5.2.1 Surface Mount Variant

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Controller Connections Tiller Module Tiller Module Function Tiller Type Connector Interface Inset Pin 1 Inset Status Indicator Pin 11 Inset Pin 10 Surface Pin 1 Surface Status Indicator Pin 11 Surface Pin 10 Surface ESD Connection 5.2.1 Surface Mount Variant This is an optional connection and may not be required, refer to section 6.2 for details.

  • Page 84: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ILLER ODULE Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The controller has been tested for compliance with EC directive 89/336/EEC, and the EMC requirements of prEN12184, the FDA and the FCC. The guidelines in this section will help you to make sure that your scooter installation will easily meet the requirements of the directive.

  • Page 85: Production Tests

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Production Tests Mounting Make sure that the tiller module is securely mounted. Do not overtighten any securing screws. Ensure that the adhesive sealing overlay is fully pressed down. Cables and Connections Check all cables and connections to the tiller module for damage. Ensure there are no dry solder joints.

  • Page 86: Chapter 4 - Warning Summary

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY CHAPTER 4 WARNING SUMMARY SK75326/6...
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  • Page 88: Introduction

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY Introduction This section summarizes all of the very important warnings that appear throughout the text of this manual. Do not install, maintain or operate the Egis Scooter Controller without reading, understanding and observing the following warnings. Failure to observe these warnings could result in UNSAFE CONDITIONS for the user of a scooter or affect the reliability of the controller.

  • Page 89: Disengaging The Parking Brake

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from the unexpected stopping of the scooter, or arising from the improper use of the scooter or controller. Do not operate the scooter if it behaves erratically, or shows abnormal signs of heating, sparks or smoke. Turn the scooter off at once and consult your service agent.

  • Page 90: Driving

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY Driving Do not operate the scooter if the battery is nearly discharged. Failure to comply with this condition may leave the user stranded in an unsafe position, such as in the middle of a road. PGDT accepts no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with this condition.

  • Page 91: Controller Servicing

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Controller Servicing PGDT accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from unauthorized opening, adjustment or modifications to the Egis controller. If the Egis controller is damaged in any way, or if internal damage may have occurred through impact or dropping, have the product checked by qualified personnel before operating.

  • Page 92: Connections - General

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY 2.11 Connections - General The scooter manufacturer is responsible for establishing the suitability of the particular wiring arrangements used on the scooter, for both normal use and stalled conditions. PGDT can make general recommendations for wiring for Egis Scooter Controller, but PGDT accepts no responsibility for, and accepts no liability for losses of any kind arising from, the actual wiring arrangement used.

  • Page 93: Position

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY potentially dangerous speeds. Therefore, do not push the scooter up or down inclines on which you cannot stop or hold the scooter. Never sit on the scooter when the parking brake is disengaged. PGDT accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from the scooter being moved with the parking brake disengaged.

  • Page 94: Chapter 5 - Specifications

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  • Page 96: Electrical Specifications

    DRIVES TECHNOLOGY PECIFICATIONS Electrical Specifications Supply V Supply V oltage: oltage: Supply V Supply Voltage: Supply V oltage: oltage: 24Vdc Operating V Operating V Operating Voltage: Operating V Operating V oltage: oltage: oltage: oltage: 16Vdc to 30Vdc P P P P P eak V eak V eak V eak Voltage:...
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  • Page 98 PG DRIVES TECHNOL PG DRIVES TECHNOL PG DRIVES TECHNOL OG OG Y Y Y Y Y PG DRIVES TECHNOL PG DRIVES TECHNOL SP1A PROGRAMMER FOR SOLO, EGIS AND S-DRIVE CONTROLLERS PROGRAMMING AND DIAGNOSTICS SK73762/6...
  • Page 99 SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY © PG Drives Technology 2002 All rights reserved. This manual is furnished under copyright and may only be used in accordance with the terms laid out by PG Drives Technology. The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by PG Drives Technology.
  • Page 100 SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY TABLE OF CONTENTS About this manual ..........................ICONS ................................Chapter 1 - Programming ....................1 Introduction ..........................Use of a SP1a with Solo, Egis, and S-Drive ..........The SP1a Programmer ....................Important Note ..................Using The SP1a ........................Connection ....................
  • Page 101 SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY 3.1.1 TruCharge Display Diagnostics ..............Trip Diagnosis with a single bulb (or LED) type status indicator ....3.2.1 Solo Controllers & Egis prior to 2002 ............3.2.2 Egis Controllers ................... 3.2.3 S-Drive Controller ..................Trip Diagnosis with the SP1a programmer ..........Chapter 3 - Solo Diagnostics ...................
  • Page 102 SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Trip Type 3 - Motor Wiring Trip ..............Trip Type 4 - Parking Brake Off ..............Trip Type 5 - Not Used ................Trip Type 6 - Inhibit Active ................ Trip Type 7 - Throttle Trip ................Trip Type 8 - Possible Controller Trip ............
  • Page 103 SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Other Trip Symptoms ....................... System Will Not Switch On ............... Vehicle Drives Slowly ................Status Indicator Does Not Light ............... Reverse Alarm Does Not Sound .............. Vehicle Will Not Drive in Reverse .............. Motor or Brake Becomes Very Warm ............Batteries Discharge Very Quickly ............

  • Page 104: About This Manual

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY About this manual This manual is split into 6 chapters which are in turn split into separate sections. Each chapter deals with a specific issue. Chapter 1 - P Chapter 1 - P rogramming rogramming Chapter 1 - P Chapter 1 - Programming Chapter 1 - P rogramming...
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  • Page 106: Chapter 1 - Programming

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  • Page 108: Introduction

    SP1A - P DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ROGRAMMING Introduction The main advantage of using programmable controllers is that they can be easily tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of a particular vehicle while taking into account safe performance characteristics. The programmable controller achieves this great flexibility by referring to a set of internal parameters which govern factors such as the vehicle’s speed, acceleration and braking.

  • Page 109: The Sp1A Programmer

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY The following table summarizes the full compatibility between the SP1a versions and the Solo, Egis, and S-Drive controllers. Function Controller Compatibility SP1a Version Solo Egis S-Drive D50040 D49371 Forward Acceleration Forward Deceleration Reverse Acceleration Reverse Deceleration Max Fwd Speed Min Fwd Speed 3 Onwards 7 Onwards...
  • Page 110 SP1A - P DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ROGRAMMING SP1A KEYPAD LAYOUT Enter PG DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Help Button: Pressing this button displays information regarding the function you have selected. In menus, HELP tells you what each option does. In options, it tells you what to do next. Up / Yes Button: This button steps up through the menu lists, increases the value of settings and selects functions...

  • Page 111: Important Note

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Important Note Adjusting the controller’s parameters to non-compatible values could damage both the controller and motors, and invalidate any warranties. Contact PG Drives Technology if there is the slightest doubt. On a more general note, it is possible to set up a controller so that it is unsuitable for some users or even some vehicles.

  • Page 112: Using The Sp1A

    SP1A - P DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ROGRAMMING Using The SP1a Please read this guide carefully before using the SP1a Programmer. Programming should only be conducted by competent personnel with in-depth knowledge of PGDT electronic controllers. Incorrect programming could result in an unsafe set-up of a vehicle for a user.

  • Page 113: 3.1.2 Diagnostics

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY programming mode. 3.1.2 Diagnostics To use the SP1a to view Trip Codes and messages, connect it to the controller when the controller has tripped. If a trip occurs when the SP1a is already connected, then no diagnostic information will appear. When the SP1a is connected to a PGDT programmable controller, the electromagnetic compatibility (E.M.C.) performance of the vehicle may be affected.

  • Page 114: Programming Menu

    SP1A - P DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ROGRAMMING Programming Menu The menu, contains all the parameters which set the normal drive characteristics of the vehicle. Each parameter is explained in the following paragraphs. Forward Accel’n ? Adjusts the value for forward acceleration of the vehicle, in increments of 1. There are two settings: Fast This value is used when the vehicle’s slow/fast switch is set to...

  • Page 115: Reverse Decel'n

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Fast This value is used when the vehicle’s slow/fast switch is set to fast. Slow This value is used when the vehicle’s slow/fast switch is set to slow. The values are approximately displayed in “units” of 100ms and correspond to the time taken to reach full reverse speed from standstill, i.e.

  • Page 116: Min Forward Speed

    SP1A - P DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ROGRAMMING Ensure the stability of the scooter is maintained, especially when cornering, at the programmed Max Forward Speed. Min Forward Speed ? This sets the MINIMUM forward speed of the scooter. For this parameter to operate, a Speed Limiting Potentiometer must be fitted and correctly programmed.

  • Page 117: Invert Throttle

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Slow This value is used when the scooter’s Speed Limiting potentiometer is set to Slow and the Slow/Fast switch is set to Slow. The value is displayed as a percentage of the scooters total available output. Therefore if the Fast value is set to 20% then the scooter will be able to drive at up to 20% of the total available speed when the Slow/Fast switch is in the Fast position and the Speed Limiting Potentiometer is in the Slow position.

  • Page 118: Chapter 2 - Diagnostics

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  • Page 120: Introduction

    SP1A - D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Introduction The primary objective of this chapter is to assist service personnel in finding the likely area of a detected fault within the whole scooter electrical system. It is important to realize that even though the controller is signaling a fault, it may not be the controller itself that is defective.

  • Page 121: Detecting A Trip Has Occurred

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Detecting a Trip has Occurred Depending on how the controller is programmed and the setup of the scooter a trip will be identified in one of two ways. • Via the TruCharge Indicator. • Via the LED or single Lamp indicator. The TruCharge indicator operates in the following manner.

  • Page 122: Trip Diagnosis

    SP1A - D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Trip Diagnosis Depending on the type of status indicator fitted to the vehicle - single bulb (or LED) or TruCharge battery and diagnostics indicator - there are two methods of trip diagnosis. Trip Diagnosis with a TruCharge Display Type Status Indicator This section is only applicable if the vehicle is fitted with a PGDT TruCharge battery and diagnostics indicator.

  • Page 123: Trip Diagnosis With A Single Bulb (Or Led) Type Status Indicator

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Trip Diagnosis with a single bulb (or LED) type status indicator 3.2.1 Solo Controllers & Egis prior to 2002 If the vehicle is not fitted with a TruCharge type status indicator you will need a PGDT SP1 Programmer to determine the trip type. You must connect the SP1 to the controller whilst the status indicator is flashing rapidly, a trip message will then be displayed on the SP1’s screen.
  • Page 124 SP1A - D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS example, assume that the wires to the solenoid brake have been disconnected, the message displayed would be as below. Diagnosis…. Code 1500: solenoid brake fault - check brakes and connections. Press enter to continue. From the above, you can see there is a 4 digit number - this is known as the trip code, in this case 1500.
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  • Page 126: Chapter 3 - Solo Diagnostics

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  • Page 128: Introduction

    SP1A - S DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Introduction This chapter is to be used in relation to Solo controllers only. It describes the specific Solo trip types and their meanings, aswell as giving remedy suggestions. Diagnostics should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge of PGDT electronic controllers.

  • Page 129: Trip Types And Their Possible Causes

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Trip Types and Their Possible Causes Once the trip type has been established, refer to the relevant section below for further information. The battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the 1 Bar battery. Check the connections to the battery. If the connections are good, try charging the battery.

  • Page 130: Trip Type 1 - Low Battery Voltage

    SP1A - S DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Trip Type 1 - Low Battery Voltage This occurs when the controller detects that the battery voltage has fallen below 16V. Check the condition of the batteries. If the trip is still present after the batteries and connections have been checked, then the controller may be defective.

  • Page 131: Trip Type 7 - Throttle Trip

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Active low inhibit: P2- pin 6 0V ± 0.5V to inhibit 5V ± 0.5V to drive Active high inhibit: P2- pin 6 0V ± 0.5V to drive 5V ± 0.5V to inhibit If the voltages are correct and the trip is still present, then the controller may be defective. Refer to section 5.

  • Page 132: Trip Type 10 - High Battery Voltage

    SP1A - S DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS 3.10 Trip Type 10 - High Battery Voltage This occurs when the controller detects that the battery voltage has risen above 38V for a 24V controller or above 42V for a 36V controller. The most common reasons for this are overcharging of the battery or bad connections between the controller and the batteries.

  • Page 133: Other Trip Symptoms

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Other Trip Symptoms This section covers trips which are not displayed on the status indicator by the controller. This may be because: either the controller cannot switch on; the trip is not considered critical enough to “trip” the controller; or the controller cannot detect the condition. None of these types of trips would present a hazard to the vehicle user.

  • Page 134: Motor Or Brake Becomes Very Warm

    SP1A - S DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS then the voltage at reverse input should be checked. Depending on whether the controller is programmed to non-inverting or inverting throttle polarity (refer to Chapter 1 section 4.9), then on a correctly functioning system the voltage at reverse input should be as below.

  • Page 135: Servicing Of Defective Units

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Servicing of Defective Units There are no serviceable parts within the controller. Consequently, any defective units must be returned to PGDT or a PGDT approved service organization for repair. Opening or making any unauthorized adjustments or modifications to the controller or its components will invalidate any warranty and may result in hazards to the vehicle user, and is strictly forbidden.

  • Page 136: Chapter 4 - Egis Diagnostics

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  • Page 138: Introduction

    SP1A - E DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Introduction This chapter is to be used in relation to Egis controllers only. It describes the specific Egis trip types and their meanings, as well as giving remedy suggestions. Diagnostics should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge of PGDT electronic controllers.

  • Page 139: Trip Types And Their Possible Causes

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Trip Types and Their Possible Causes Once the trip type has been established, refer to the relevant section below for further information. The battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the 1 Bar battery. Check the connections to the battery. If the connections are good, try charging the battery.

  • Page 140: Trip Type 1 - Low Battery Voltage

    SP1A - E DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Trip Type 1 - Low Battery Voltage This occurs when the controller detects that the battery voltage has fallen below 16V. Check the condition of the batteries. If the trip is still present after the batteries and connections have been checked, then the controller may be defective.

  • Page 141: Trip Type 7 - Throttle Trip

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Trip Type 7 - Throttle Trip This occurs if the controller detects a trip in the throttle potentiometer or the connections to it. Specific trip codes relate to different scenarios and these are detailed below. Trip Code 0814: Throttle High Reference (pin 12) Disconnected. Trip Code 0815: Throttle Low Reference (pin 5) Disconnected or Short Circuit between Throttle High and Low References (Pins 12 &...

  • Page 142: Trip Type 10 - High Battery Voltage

    SP1A - E DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS The previous voltage measurements should be carried out with the vehicle’s drive wheels raised above the ground. Read the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions regarding the jacking up of the vehicle. 3.10 Trip Type 10 - High Battery Voltage This occurs when the controller detects that the battery voltage has risen above 38V for a 24V controller or above 42V for a 36V controller.

  • Page 143: Other Trip Symptoms

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Other Trip Symptoms This section covers trips which are not displayed on the status indicator by the controller. This may be because: either the controller cannot switch on; the trip is not considered critical enough to trip the controller; or the controller cannot detect the condition. None of these types of trips would present a hazard to the vehicle user.

  • Page 144: Motor Or Brake Becomes Very Warm

    SP1A - E DRIVES TECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS controller is programmed to non-inverting or inverting throttle polarity (refer to Chapter 1 section 4.9), then on a correctly functioning system the voltage at reverse input should be as below. If the voltages are incorrect then check the wiring and connectors to the freewheel switch.

  • Page 145: Servicing Of Defective Units

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Servicing of Defective Units There are no serviceable parts within the controller. Consequently, any defective units must be returned to PGDT or a PGDT approved service organization for repair. Opening or making any unauthorized adjustments or modifications to the controller or its components will invalidate any warranty and may result in hazards to the vehicle user, and is strictly forbidden.

  • Page 146: Chapter 5 - S-Drive Diagnostics

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  • Page 148: Introduction

    SP1A - S-D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY RIVE IAGNOSTICS Introduction This chapter is to be used in relation to S-Drive controllers only. It describes the specific S-Drive trip types and their meanings, as well as giving remedy suggestions. Diagnostics should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge of PGDT electronic controllers.

  • Page 149: Trip Types And Their Possible Causes

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Trip Types and Their Possible Causes Once the trip type has been established, refer to the relevant section below for further information. The battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the 1 Bar battery. Check the connections to the battery. If the connections are good, try charging the battery.

  • Page 150: Trip Type 1 - Low Battery Voltage

    SP1A - S-D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY RIVE IAGNOSTICS Throttle Displaced at Power-up Ripple Trip Type 1 - Low Battery Voltage This occurs when the controller detects that the battery voltage has fallen below 16V. Check the condition of the batteries. If the trip is still present after the batteries and connections have been checked, then the controller may be defective.

  • Page 151: 3.6.2 Inhibit 2 Active

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY active low or active high inhibit, then on a correctly functioning controller the voltage at Charger/Programmer Pin 4 should be as follows. If the voltages are incorrect then check the wiring to charger socket or other inhibit source. Active low: Pin 4 to Battery -ve : ±...

  • Page 152: Trip Type 8 - Possible Controller Trip

    SP1A - S-D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY RIVE IAGNOSTICS Example: Assuming that the throttle potentiometer has a value of 5kΩ ± 20%, then the following figures should be seen. Potentiometer Value 5kΩ ±20% (6000Ω (+20%)) (4000Ω (-20%)) Potentiometer Reading 5000Ω Potentiometer Centre Value 2500Ω Potentiometer Centre Band 2575Ω...

  • Page 153: Trip Type 10 - High Battery Voltage

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY 3.10 Trip Type 10 - High Battery Voltage This occurs when the controller detects that the battery voltage has risen above 35V for a 24V controller. If the trip is still present after the batteries and connections have been checked, then the controller may be defective.

  • Page 154: Other Trip Symptoms

    SP1A - S-D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY RIVE IAGNOSTICS Other Trip Symptoms This section covers trips which are not displayed on the status indicator by the controller. This may be because: either the controller cannot switch on; the trip is not considered critical enough to trip the controller;...

  • Page 155: Vehicle Will Not Drive In Reverse

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Vehicle Will Not Drive in Reverse This section is only applicable to vehicles fitted with single-ended throttle configurations. If the vehicle does not drive in reverse and the reverse switch is in the correct position, then the voltage at reverse input should be checked. Depending on whether the controller is programmed to non-inverting or inverting throttle polarity (refer to Chapter 1 section 4.9), then on a correctly functioning system the voltage at reverse input should be as below.

  • Page 156: Servicing Of Defective Units

    SP1A - S-D DRIVES TECHNOLOGY RIVE IAGNOSTICS Servicing of Defective Units There are no serviceable parts within the controller. Consequently, any defective units must be returned to PGDT or a PGDT approved service organization for repair. Opening or making any unauthorized adjustments or modifications to the controller or its components will invalidate any warranty and may result in hazards to the vehicle user, and is strictly forbidden.
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  • Page 158: Chapter 6 - Warning Summary

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  • Page 160: Introduction

    SP1A - W DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY Introduction This section summarizes all of the very important warnings that appear throughout the text of this manual. Do operate the programmer without reading, understanding and observing the following warnings. Failure to observe these warnings could result in UNSAFE CONDITIONS for the user of a scooter or affect the reliability of the controller.

  • Page 161: Using The Sp1A - Diagnostics

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY Using The SP1a - Diagnostics When the SP1a is connected to a PGDT programmable controller, the electromagnetic compatibility (E.M.C.) performance of the vehicle may be affected. Disconnect the SP1a as soon as programming is complete and do not use the SP1a in environments which are E.M.C.

  • Page 162: Introduction

    SP1A - W DRIVES TECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY Introduction Diagnostics should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge of PGDT electronic controllers. An incorrect or badly effected repair could result in an unsafe set-up of a scooter. PGDT accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from an incorrect or badly effected repair.

  • Page 163: Batteries Discharge Very Quickly

    SP1A DRIVES TECHNOLOGY 2.13 Batteries Discharge Very Quickly The ambient temperature has a significant effect on battery capacity. Therefore, if the temperature is lower than normal the vehicle’s range will be reduced. In this situation, the TruCharge battery gauge still gives an accurate state-of- charge reading.

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