Repair And Maintenance - Razor Ecosmart metro Owner's Manual

REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

qChecking Spoke Tension
Spoke
Flange
Spoke
Nipple
1
Verify spoke tension by grasping and shaking each spoke. Spoke
should not be loose from hub. Look for any play between spoke flanges
where it mates with hub. Try to turn nipple using your fingers. You
should not be able to spin any nipple by hand. If one or more spokes
are loose, or if you can turn any nipple using your fingers, all spokes
must be checked and need to be tightened with a spoke wrench.
q Battery Care and Disposal
Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75° or below -10° F.
CONTAINS SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERIES. BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED.
Disposal: Your Razor product uses sealed lead-acid batteries which must be recycled or disposed of in an
environmentally safe manner. Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in a fire. The battery may explode or leak. Do not
dispose of a lead-acid battery in your regular household trash. The incineration, land filling or mixing of sealed lead-
acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law in most areas. Return exhausted batteries to a federal or state
approved lead-acid battery recycler or a local seller of automotive batteries. If you live in Florida or Minnesota, it is
prohibited by law to throw away lead-acid batteries in the municipal waste stream.
q Charger
The charger supplied with the EcoSmart Metro electric scooter should be regularly examined for damage to the cord,
plug, enclosure and other parts and in the event of such damage, the product must not be charged until it has been
repaired or replaced.
Use ONLY with the recommended charger.
q Wheels
Wheels and drive system are subject to normal wear and tear. It is the responsibility of the user to periodically inspect
wheels for excess wear and adjust and replace drive train components as required.
q Replacement Parts
The most frequently requested replacement parts are available for purchase at some Razor retail partners. For the
complete selection of replacement parts visit www.razor.com/shop.
q Authorized Service Centers
For a list of authorized Razor repair centers:
• Check online at www.razor.com.
• Call 866-467-2967 for a list of Authorized Service Centers near you.
Need Help? Visit our web site for replacement parts, product support and a list of authorized service centers
at www.razor.com or call toll-free at 866-467-2967 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
Hub
Flange
2
4
3
Spoke
Flange
Rim
Nipple
2
Start with spoke closest to
tire valve stem and tighten each
nipple, in sequence, exactly 1⁄4
to 1⁄2 turn. A single 1⁄4 to 1⁄2
turn may not be enough to bring
the spokes into proper tension.
Continue tightening all spokes
no more than 1⁄2 turn in
sequence until all spokes
are tight.
Tightening each nipple
Note:
more than a 1⁄2 turn each can
cause the wheel to become
distorted and wobbly thus
permanently damaging the
wheel.
5
27
WARNING:
Regularly check the spoke
28
tension and retighten the
spokes whenever loose. If
1 you have any doubt, ask an
experienced motorcycle or
bicycle mechanic to inspect
your spokes to determine if
the spokes need tightening or
adjusting.
WARNING: If a battery
leak develops, avoid contact with
the leaking acid and place the
damaged battery in a plastic bag.
Refer to the disposal instructions at
left. If acid comes into contact with
skin or eyes, flush with cool water
for at least 15 minutes and contact
a physician.
WARNING: Battery
posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands
after handling.
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