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- Page 1 Alcora S740 USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter. Dec 09...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Introduction Intended Use Technical Specification Feature Guide Safety Advice Adjustments • Tiller angle • Folding the tiller (for transportation) • Seat removal • Seat height • Arm width adjustment Tiller Controls Brake Release / Freewheel Operation Starting to Drive •... -
Page 3: Introduction
Alcora scooter. This scooter incorporates the latest innovative designs. The ROMA Alcora can be used confined spaces both indoors and out. Direct drive rear transaxles and electromagnetic brakes give a safe and efficient ride. The scooter can be easily disassembled without tools and will fit into the boot of most vehicles for easy transport. -
Page 4: Feature Guide
Feature Guide ‘Alcora’ 1. Tiller control head 2. Detachable padded seat with fold down back 3. Detachable basket 4. Detachable battery pack 5. Tiller angle adjustment knob 6. Front lift handle 7. Anti-tip wheels 8. Puncture proof non-marking wheels... -
Page 5: Safety Advice
Safety Advice • Read this manual carefully before using your scooter • Turn the power off when transferring to and from the scooter • Select a slow speed when going down gradients (max 6°) or over uneven ground • Keep your feet on the scooter whilst driving •... -
Page 6: Adjustments
Adjustments Tiller Angle Adjustment At the base of the tiller is a handknob. Rotate the handknob anti-clockwise to open the joint (DO NOT FULLY UNDO THE HANDKNOB). Select the desired tiller angle and re-tighten the handknob. Ensure the tiller is fully secure before using the scooter. -
Page 7: Seat Removal
Continued….. Seat Removal To remove the seat, fold down the back of the seat. Slacken knob ‘A’ – the seat can then be lifted clear of the scooter. Simply re-insert the seat post into the receiver and tighten ‘A’ to re-fit. Do not hang baggage or other objects on the back of the seat as this may affect stability. -
Page 8: Tiller Controls
Tiller Controls Finger Lever Controls The finger lever controls the reverse and forward motion of the scooter. Pulling the right lever will drive the scooter forward, pulling the left lever will reverse the scooter. The amount of pressure applied to the levers will determine the speed the scooter travels up to the maximum speed selected. -
Page 9: Brake Release / Freewheel Operation
Continued….. Speed Control Dial The speed control enables you to set the maximum speed of the scooter. Turn clockwise to increase the maximum speed and anti-clockwise to decrease. Always start slow speed until accustomed with characteristics of your scooter. Do not put excessive pressure on the dial. -
Page 10: Starting To Drive
Starting to Drive Getting Started Note: You must fully charge the batteries prior to first use (see ‘Batteries and Charging’) Select an area with plenty of space. Mount the scooter by lifting the arm and sliding onto the seat. Ensure the seat is securely locked in the forward facing position before driving. -
Page 11: Surfaces
DO NOT use the tiller or armrests to support the full weight during transfers. Transport and Storage The ROMA Alcora is designed to be quickly and easily disassembled without tools into sections for transportation and storage: Guidelines for Disassembly... - Page 12 Continued….. Battery Charger The battery charger is a 1.8-amp switch type off board. The battery charging port is located on the battery pack. This special feature allows the batteries to be charged independently of the main scooter. Before using your scooter for the first time be sure to fully charge the batteries, this may take up to 12 hours.
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Page 13: Maintenance
Maintenance Product Life Expectancy Your scooter has been designed to provide the user with a long, reliable life provided it is correctly maintained and regularly serviced by an authorised dealer. However, due to inevitable wear and tear and technological improvements it is recommended that the average useable life of this scooter is five years. - Page 14 Continued….. If the freewheel device has been operated with the scooter switched on, the scooter will not operate until the key switch has been turned off and on again. Should a fault occur, the status led on the tiller head will indicate a flash sequence which relates to the fault in the table below.
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Page 15: Further Information
Further Information Safety Information Regarding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Scooters and powerchairs are designed to operate under certain conditions. However, radio waves or electromagnetic fields may affect the operation of the scooter. The source of EMI could be radio or television transmitters or portable devices such as mobile phones, portable CB radios etc. - Page 16 Continued….. Product Stability Scooters and powered wheelchairs are designed to allow the user flexibility of movement in restricted areas. Driving at maximum speed and attempting sharp turns can create a situation where the product becomes unstable. Therefore it is essential that the user pay attention to the guidance set out in this manual. For maximum stability the speed setting should be set up to 50% of the maximum available (halfway between the tortoise and the hare or just entering the red sector on the speed indicator depending on the...
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- Page 20 Warranty Terms and Conditions This is to certify that your Roma Medical product is warranted for a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase. This warranty is not transferable. Should a defect or operating fault arise within this period the Dealer from where the product was originally purchased should be notified immediately.
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