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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Zippy 3 / 4 Lite Tel: 0861-662-454; Website: www.zippymobility.co.za; Postal address: P.O. Box 18998, Sunward Park, 1470...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing your Zippy Lite™ Scooter. We are honoured you have chosen Zippy Mobility for your mobility needs. Primary use for the Zippy Lite scooters is indoors and flat surfaces. Zippy Lite™ Zippy 3 / 4 Lite Standard Packing List: 1 Owner’s Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
FEATURES AND BENEFITS........................5 ACCESSORIES FOR THE ZIPPY LITE™ SCOOTER:................... 6 2. SAFETY ..............................7 BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR ZIPPY LITE ....................7 GETTING ON YOUR ZIPPY LITE ......................7 GETTING OFF YOUR ZIPPY LITE ......................7 MAXIMUM WEIGHT ..........................7 DRIVING ON INCLINES ......................... - Page 4 9. TRANSPORTING YOUR ZIPPY LITE ™ ....................30 10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ......................31 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ........................31 BATTERIES AND CHARGING ......................31 DIAGNOSTICS ............................ 33 11. WARRANTY............................36 12. WARRANTY/REGISTRATION FORM ....................38 13. TABLE OF FIGURES .......................... 40...
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Page 5: Introduction
We at Zippy Mobility would appreciate hearing about the dependability of your Zippy Lite and about the convenience of mobility it has provided for you. We would also appreciate hearing about the service you received from your local Zippy Mobility dealer or representative. -
Page 6: Features And Benefits
FEATURES AND BENEFITS Your Zippy Lite™ scooter has been designed with your comfort in mind. It has also been designed to be a safe method of transportation when safety and operating instructions are followed. Please review the features and benefits of certain components of the Zippy Lite scooter below. -
Page 7: Accessories For The Zippy Lite™ Scooter
ACCESSORIES FOR THE ZIPPY LITE™ SCOOTER: A variety of accessories are available for your Zippy Lite Scooter. Please contact your Authorized Zippy Mobility Dealer for more information or to order. • Cane Holder Tube • Cup Holder • Deluxe Pack N’ Go •... -
Page 8: Safety
• Check to be certain that your Zippy Lite’s freewheel lever is in the engaged position. See section 5. “Operation” in this manual. •... -
Page 9: Driving On Inclines
• Do not back down an incline. • Try to keep your Zippy Lite moving when climbing an incline. If you do come to a stop, restart and accelerate slowly and carefully. • Do not try to descend or climb a slope whose gradient is greater than recommended. -
Page 10: Motor Braking System
5. When you have reached a level surface at the bottom of the slope, position the freewheel lever in the engaged position. See section 5. “Operation.” 6. Carefully remount your Zippy Lite, and set the key switch to the “On” position to restore power. MOTOR BRAKING SYSTEM Your scooter is equipped with a system that uses the motor to aid in braking. -
Page 11: Medication
Please use your Zippy Lite™ scooter often and allow it to expand the horizons of your daily life. The more mobility your Zippy Lite brings to you, the happier you will be, and the more satisfied we at Zippy Mobility will be! But as with all things, especially motor operated vehicles, observing a few rules and safety considerations will help ensure safe scooter operation. - Page 12 Always cross streets at intersections and use crosswalks or the most direct route, making sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic. • Never drive your Zippy Lite up or down a step or curb that is higher than the ground clearance on the spec page. •...
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Page 13: Emi / Rfi
• Turn off the power if your Zippy Lite is going to be in a stationary position for any length of time. • Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your scooter may make it more susceptible to EMI/RFI. -
Page 14: Your Zippy Lite
Circuit Breaker Figure 4: Zippy Lite (3-wheel) FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your Zippy Lite’s information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Zippy Mobility concerning your scooter. Your Zippy Lite... -
Page 15: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Specification Zippy 3 Lite Zippy 4 Lite Weight capacity 136 kgs 136 kgs Drive Wheels Rear Rear Maximum speed 7.2 kmph 7.2 kmph Operating Range 1 (using 2 12-volt, 12 AH batteries at 90 kgs.) 12 km 12 km Ground Clearance to center deck 5 cm 5 cm... - Page 16 Color Black Vinyl Black Vinyl Warranty: Frame Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty Drive Train 2 Year Warranty 2 Year Warranty Electronics 2 2 Year Warranty 2 Year Warranty * Notes: 1. Battery range will vary due to rider weight, drive surface, and terrain. 2.
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Page 17: Operation
CONTROL PANEL Speed Adjustment Dial • The speed adjustment dial allows you to preselect the maximum top speed of your Zippy Lite. See figure 5. • Turn the dial counter clockwise to operate your scooter at the lowest speed level. -
Page 18: Delta Tiller Adjustment
DC Battery Voltage Meter This meter (see figure 5 on page 16) shows the amount of voltage in your Zippy Lite’s batteries. • Green indicates a full charge on the batteries. • Yellow indicates caution and approximately a one-half charge of the batteries. -
Page 19: Seating
Be sure adjustments knobs are securely tightened against the inserted armrest tube. Do not overextend the armrest. Flip-up Armrests Pull up on the end of either armrest to flip it up for easy transfer on and off your Zippy Lite™. See #1 on figure 7. Armrest Angle To increase the armrest angle, turn the armrest angle screw counter clockwise. -
Page 20: Freewheel Mode
FREEWHEEL MODE Your Zippy Lite™ is equipped with a freewheel lever that can set your scooter in or out of freewheel mode. The freewheel lever engages your park brake. - Page 21 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 11: Freewheel Lever OWNER’S MANUAL ZIPPY 3 / 4 LITE...
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Page 22: Riding Your Zippy Lite
6. RIDING YOUR ZIPPY LITE ™ MOUNTING NOTE: For your first driving session, make certain that your Zippy Lite™ starts out on a level surface and that you will continue driving on a level surface. BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR ZIPPY LITE 1. -
Page 23: Basic Driving
3. Turn the tiller to the right to drive in reverse to the right. NOTE: Your Zippy Lite’s speed in reverse is fifty percent of the speed set at the speed control dial. Prevent injury! Do not drive down an incline in reverse. -
Page 24: Control Through Tight Spots
Learn and follow those tips, and with surprising ease you will soon be in control of your Zippy Lite as you manoeuvre it through doors, up and down ramps, up and over curbs, through grass and gravel, and up and down inclines. -
Page 25: Disassembly
7. DISASSEMBLY Your Zippy Lite scooter is designed to be disassembled easily in order to be transported. When disassembling your scooter, please be sure to follow these simple instructions. Remove the Seat 1. Place your scooter on a level surface. - Page 26 Fold Down and Lock the Tiller 6. Push in and turn the tiller lock clockwise 90 degrees. See #1 on figure 16. This will lock the front wheel to keep it from turning side to side to help control while carrying. Figure 16: Lowered Tiller 7.
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Page 27: Assembly
Pinch Point: A pinch point is an area where you MUST consider your fingers to be sure they DO NOT become pinched between two metal areas. The greatest chance of pinch points, become possible during the assembly of the Zippy Lite scooter. INJURY HAZARD DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY! Ensure that all components in the scooter have been correctly assembled. - Page 28 Reinstall the Drivetrain 1. Line up the frame and the drivetrain. See figure 19. WATCH FINGER PLACEMENT! BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGERS! 2. Lower the frame onto the drivetrain. Push down on the frame until there is no visible gap between the two sections.
- Page 29 Tiller Basket Tiller Adjustment Knob Tiller Lock Knob Figure 22: Tiller Raised Install the Tiller Basket 6. Place the basket onto the tiller bracket and push down to lock it in place. See figure 22. Install the Seat 7. Hold the seat at an angle so you can see the seat swivel post underneath. 8.
- Page 30 Pinch Point! Keep hands and clothing clear of the seat swivel post and seat post. Accident hazard due to non-engaged seat! Ensure that the seat is properly engaged by turning the seat slightly left and right. Unlock the Tiller 10. Turn the tiller lock knob to the unlocked position. See figure 22 on page 29. IF YOU DON’T UNLOCK YOUR TILLER LOCK KNOB, YOUR TILLER WILL NOT TURN! THIS COULD CAUSE INJURY.
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Page 31: Transporting Your Zippy Lite
The degree to which you disassemble your Zippy Lite or fold the seat and tiller depends on the size and shape of the cargo area of the transporting vehicle. • Do not lift your Zippy Lite by its plastic body parts or dash. Breakage of these parts is not covered by the warranty. •... -
Page 32: Care And Maintenance
The body (rear shroud, deck shroud) or your scooter is formed ABS plastic and is painted for style and durability. Each Zippy Lite comes standard with three sets of quick snap colour shrouds in Red, Blue. Colours can be changed by gently snapping off the pieces. See figure 25 and 26. - Page 33 To Charge the Batteries: The charger for all Zippy Lite models is an off-board charger. To charge the batteries, plug the charger into the charger port on the battery pack or on the side of the console. See figures 25 and...
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Page 34: Diagnostics
Run-down batteries. • As you operate your Zippy Lite, 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. - Page 35 • Indicates that the motor control board is overloaded and overheated. • An overload can occur if you have been driving your Zippy Lite for an extended period of time up an incline above the recommended 6 degrees. • An overload can occur if your Zippy Lite is carrying a payload that is higher than the recommended weight capacity of 136 kgs.
- Page 36 6 Beeps • Indicates that the throttle control lever was not in the neutral position when the key switch was turned to the “On” position. • May indicate that the throttle control lever is out of adjustment. Remedy: • Turn the key switch to the “Off” position. •...
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Page 37: Warranty
11. WARRANTY Consumer Limited Warranty Scooters Effective 1 January, 2014 The following warranty is granted only to the INITIAL Consumer who has purchased our product and commences on the Date of Purchase by the Consumer from an Authorized Zippy Mobility Provider. - Page 38 NB* The scooter will have to be serviced every 6 months for the duration of the 2 years warranty. Not servicing the scooter will result in the warranty defaulting to a 1 year parts and labour warranty. For the period of two years from the date of purchase, in the event of defective materials or workmanship, Zippy Mobility will repair or replace at our option with any new or reconditioned components any of the following drive train components found to be defective by an authorized Zippy Mobility representative:...
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Page 39: Warranty/Registration Form
12. WARRANTY/REGISTRATION FORM Zippy Mobility Product Registration Form Please fill out this product registration form or you can also register your product online at www.zippymobilityco.za. Failure to register your product may result in significant delays should service be required. OWNER INFORMATION: Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________ City: _________________________________________ Province:____________________________... - Page 40 Fold Here First -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________ Place Stamp Here _______________________________ _______________________________ Zippy Mobility P.O. Box 18998 Sunward Park 1470 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fold Here Second OWNER’S MANUAL ZIPPY 3 / 4 LITE...
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Page 41: Table Of Figures
13. TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1: Zippy Lite Features (3-wheel) ........... Error! Bookmark not defined. Figure 2: Going up an incline........................8 Figure 3: Traversing an incline........................ 8 Figure 4: Zippy Lite (3-wheel)........................ 13 Figure 5: Zippy Lite™ Delta Tiller Control Panel ..................16 Figure 6: Armrest Width Adjustment ....................