Scooter Diagnostic Functions - Rascal Smilie Owners Manual & Service Record

Scooter Diagnostic Functions

Your Scooter Controller provides diagnostic information in the form of flash codes displayed on the green
power LED on the battery gauge. The LED will flash a given number of flashes and then repeat the
sequence after a pause. Upon switching on, the controller conducts a diagnostic test. This is quite normal.
Provided that no fault is detected the LED will then be on constantly. If there is a fault then the LED will
continue to flash the pattern corresponding to the numbers below - e.g. if a repeating pattern of 2 flashes
appears, then a motor fault would be expected as per the list below.
Number of Flashes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Tip: If in doubt switch off and switch on at the key – if this does not cure the fault contact your dealer. Your dealer is
there to help you but they can only do this if you give them as much information as possible. Remember correct
information will get the problem fixed quicker and save you money. Phone the dealer and explain exactly what the
problem is, recounting as much detail as possible. Tell them about the flash sequence appearing on the LED
indicator; this will help the engineer to identify the problem before he calls to fix it. Your dealer is there to help you.
Indicated fault and Corrective Action
Battery needs recharging or bad connection with batteries. Check
connections, and recharge batteries.
Bad motor connection. Request assistance from dealer who will
check all connections between controller and motor. Low battery
Excessive voltage detected at controller. This may occur if
overcharged and/or travelling down a long slope. Check battery
connections. If travelling down a slope, reduce your speed to
minimise the amount of regenerative charging.
Excessive current load detected at controller. This may occur if
scooter has detected overheating. Switch off and leave for 5
minutes to cool. Check motor and wiring connections for faults.
Scooter in freewheel or has a poor brake connection. Engage drive,
and switch scooter of and on. If this fails to cure the problem, check
parking brake and ensure it stops the vehicle.
Inform dealer who will check brake and motor connections.
Charger connected or Drive Inhibit device fitted.
If fault persists, contact dealer.
Throttle fault. Finger control levers must be in neutral (centred)
position before key is turned on. Switch scooter off, centre levers,
and switch back on. If fault persists, contact dealer.
Motor fault. Inform dealer who will check motor connections and
wiring.
Controller fault. Inform dealer who will check controller and wiring.
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