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  • Page 1 Operating manual Bedienungsanleitung Flip Enjoy mobility. Enjoy mobility.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Flip | Scooter Contents Preface 1.1. Signs and symbols Important safety instructions 2.1. General safety instructions 2.2. Information on EMC interference 2.3. Brakes 2.4. Obstacles 2.5. Safety in vehicles 2.6. Travelling in road traffic 2.7. Purpose 2.8. Declaration of conformity 2.9.
  • Page 3 Flip Scooter | Using the scooter 4.1. Controls 4.2. Getting in and out 4.3. Driving the scooter 4.4. Pushing mode 4.5. Overload button 4.6. Transporting the scooter Technical data Care instructions for the user 6.1. Cleaning and disinfection 6.2. Checks before beginning a journey 6.2.1.

  • Page 4: Preface

    You have chosen a high-quality scooter from B+B. Thank you for your trust in our product. This operating manual contains all necessary information about ope- rating your Flip scooter. The scooter is designed to offer many advantages and satisfy your needs. Thanks to the various adjustment options and optimum adap- tability, the scooter can be adjusted according to your individual body size.

  • Page 5: Signs And Symbols

    Flip Scooter | 1.1. Signs and symbols Important! Indicates particularly useful information in the specific context. Caution! Indicates information that is specifically re- levant to safety. Follow the operating manual! 2. Important safety instructions 2.1. General safety instructions In order to avoid toppling and dangerous situations, you should first practice handling your new scooter on a level, easily manageable sur- face.
  • Page 6 Flip | Scooter Be aware of the risk of trapping body parts when making settings and adjustments to the scooter. Never operate the scooter under the influence of alcohol or other subs- tances that affect your attention or your physical and mental capacity.

  • Page 7: Information On Emc Interference

    Flip Scooter | 2.2. Information on EMC interference Despite compliance with all applicable EMC directives and standards, it is possible that the scooter may affect or be affected by other electri- cal devices (e.g. mobile phones, alarm systems in department stores).

  • Page 8: Safety In Vehicles

    Flip | Scooter 2.5. Safety in vehicles The scooter must be secured against slippage using straps. Ensure that the strap system for your vehicle is approved. You can find information about the hold points in section 4.6. For explanations as to whether your scooter is suitable for use as a seat in a vehicle for transporting disabled people and how it must be secured, see section 4.6.

  • Page 9: Indications

    Flip Scooter | 2.9. Indications Inability to walk or severely pronounced disability which makes walking difficult caused by: • Paralysis • Limb loss • Limb defect/deformity • Joint contractures • Joint damage (not on both arms) • Other conditions Provision of a scooter is advisable if the use of manually operated wheelchairs is no longer possible because of the disability but the per- son can still competently operate a vehicle driven by an electric motor.

  • Page 10: Responsibility

    Flip | Scooter 2.12. Responsibility We are only able to provide a warranty if the product is used in ac- cordance with the specified conditions and for the intended purposes, if modifications, extensions, repairs and maintenance work are carried out only by persons authorised to do so by us and if the scooter is used in accordance with all instructions for use.

  • Page 11: Product And Delivery Overview

    Flip Scooter | 3. Product and delivery overview 3.1. Checking the delivery All B+B products are subjected to a systematic final in-house inspec- tion and provided with the CE mark. The scooter is supplied in a special carton. After unpacking, please retain the carton if possible.

  • Page 12: Nameplate And Serial Number

    Flip | Scooter 3.2. Nameplate and serial number The nameplate and serial number are located on the front under the battery cover. Manufacturer logo Manufacturer information Caution! Follow instructions for securing the scooter within the vehicle CE mark Important - Follow instructions for use...

  • Page 13: Scope Of Supply

    Flip Scooter | 3.3. Scope of supply When you receive the product, please immediately check that the con- tents are complete. The contents comprise: • Outer packaging • Seat unit • Scooter (ready for use • Shopping basket incl. 2 batteries) •...

  • Page 14: Basic Adjustments

    Flip | Scooter 3.5. Basic adjustments Before using the scooter for the first time, it is necessary to adjust the scooter to suit your height. This is essential to ensure that your posture is physiologically correct for driving for extended periods of time wit- hout excessive fatigue.

  • Page 15: Armrests

    Flip Scooter | Rotating the seat • Pull the lever (on the right below the seat surface, Fig. 04) towards you. The seat can now be rotated in both directions. • There is a fixed lock-in position for the seat at 90°.

  • Page 16: Shopping Basket

    Flip | Scooter Angle of support • You can adjust the angle of support of the armrests by screwing the socket-head screw (Fig. 07) of the relevant armrest further in or by unscrewing it. 3.5.4. Shopping basket A shopping basket is included in the scope of supply of the scooter. You can decide for yourself whether or not you wish to attach it.

  • Page 17: Using The Scooter

    Flip Scooter | 4. Using the scooter After you have adjusted the scooter to suit your height, familiarise yourself with the functions of the controller. 4.1. Controls The controls are a component of the steering column of your scooter. They contain LED displays and functional elements.
  • Page 18 Flip | Scooter Key switch To switch on the scooter, turn the key quarter of a turn clockwise. The diagnostic LED lights up and indicates to you that the scooter is ready for operation. Speed setting You can use this control knob (Fig. 10) to set the maximum speed. Turn the knob to the left (tortoise) to reduce the maximum speed.

  • Page 19: Getting In And Out

    Flip Scooter | 4.2. Getting in and out Ensure that the scooter is switched off before sitting on it. • Swing the armrest away to the rear on the side from which you intend to get on. • It is easier for you to get on if you rotate the seat 90° to the side from which you intend to get on (see the section entitled Basic ad- justments).

  • Page 20: Driving The Scooter

    Flip | Scooter 4.3. Driving the scooter You should make your first journey on a level area with ample space. • Ensure that you are sitting correctly on your scooter. Set the speed as low as possible (tortoise). You can increase the speed when you are more familiar with handling the scooter.

  • Page 21: Pushing Mode

    Flip Scooter | • Take care when reversing. Ensure that your speed is low before re- versing. Please bear in mind that you need to steer in the opposite direction when you are reversing. This requires practice. Practice this also on a level area with ample space.

  • Page 22: Overload Button

    Flip | Scooter • A small jerk will indicate that the drives are now disengaged. • To engage the drive, push the lever back to its original position, where t clicks into place automatically. For safety reasons, the motor drive is locked when the scooter is being operated in pushing mode.

  • Page 23: Transporting The Scooter

    Flip Scooter | 4.6. Transporting the scooter The removable seat and fold-down steering column enable you to save space when transporting the scooter. RISK OF ENTRAPMENT! Ensure that you are aware of the increased risk of entrapment when stowing First of all, switch the scooter off.
  • Page 24 Flip | Scooter • For assembly, perform the operations in the reverse sequence. • For jointing the front and rear parts, grasp the seat tube with one hand and slide the two parts into one another (Fig. 21). Check that the connection pin has engaged and is securely seated.
  • Page 25 Flip Scooter | You can determine whether or not your scooter is approved for use as a seat in a vehicle for transporting disabled people by referring to the symbols on the CE sticker on the product: Scooter suitable for use as a seat in a vehicle for transporting...

  • Page 26: Technical Data

    Flip | Scooter 5. Technical data Dimensions and weights Max. load (kg): Seat width (mm): 370 - 540 Seat depth (mm): Seat angle (°): Seat height, from foot rest (mm): 400 - 475 (in steps of 25 Length of the armrest (mm):...
  • Page 27 Flip Scooter | Driving characteristics Speed forwards (km/h): Climbing capacity (°): 12 (up to 110 kg) 9 (111 kg and above) Max. obstacle height (mm): (with 0.5 m approach to obstacle) Range (km): Turning circle (mm): 1115 Braking distance from max. speed (m): 0.85 (to a standstill)

  • Page 28: Care Instructions For The User

    Flip | Scooter 6. Care instructions for the user 6.1 Cleaning and disinfection Ensure that the scooter is switched off before starting to clean it. • The frame components and panels of the scooter can be wiped over with a damp cloth. You can use a mild cleaning agent if they are very dirty.

  • Page 29: Checks Before Beginning A Journey

    Flip Scooter | 6.2. Checks before beginning a journey 6.2.1. Checking the brakes Before embarking on any journey, check whether the brake system is functioning correctly. Carefully start off and then release the throttle lever. The scooter must come to a standstill as usual.

  • Page 30: Charging

    Flip | Scooter If your scooter is not used for an extended period, the charger should be connected about every 2 months to prevent damage to the batteries by deep discharge. Before embarking on any journey, just check the charge status of your battery on the battery status display located on your controller.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Batteries

    Flip Scooter | 6.3.2 Replacing the batteries Be very careful when working on the batteries. Do not use metal tools, do not touch the battery terminals and do ensure that you follow the battery manufacturer‘s instructions. Caution! This work should only be done by a trained technician.

  • Page 32: Maintenance Instructions For Specialist Retailers

    Flip | Scooter 7. Maintenance instructions for specialist retailers We recommend having a complete inspection of the scooter carried out at least once a year by the specialist retailer. If the scooter develops any faults or defects, it must be taken to the specialist retailer immediately for repair.

  • Page 33: Disposal

    Flip Scooter | 9. Disposal If your scooter is no longer being used and is to be disposed of, please contact your specialist retailer. If you wish to dispose of the product yourself, contact local waste management companiesto enquire about the waste disposal regulations that apply to your place of residence.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    Flip | Scooter 12. Warranty The warranty covers all defects of the scooter that can be proven to be the result of material or manufacturing defects. If you make a claim under the warranty, please submit the completed warranty certificate with the claim.
  • Page 35 Flip Scooter | Warranty certificate (Please note our General Terms and Conditions) Product: Flip Serial number:* * (to be entered by the retailer) Specialist retailer: Date & stamp *Information labels are located at the front under the battery cover 28.03.2013...
  • Page 36 Bischoff & Bischoff GmbH Becker-Göring-Straße 13 zertifiziert I S O 9 0 0 1 D-76307 Karlsbad for you Cert www.bischoff-bischoff.com...

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