Roma Medical Sorrento S742 User Manual

Roma Medical Sorrento S742 User Manual

Sorrento

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Sorrento
S742
USER MANUAL
Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using
the scooter.
July 2010
Rev 1

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  • Page 1 Sorrento S742 USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter. July 2010 Rev 1...
  • 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 • Seat Swivel • Arm width adjustment Tiller Controls Brake Release / Freewheel Operation Starting to Drive •...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the ROMA Sorrento scooter. This scooter incorporates the latest innovative designs. The ROMA Sorrento can be used in confined spaces both indoors and out. A direct drive rear transaxle and electromagnetic brake 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 ‘Sorrento’ 1. Tiller control head 2. Detachable swivel padded seat with fold down back 3. Detachable basket with carry handle (Capacity 5kg) 4. Detachable battery packs 5. Tiller angle adjustment lever 6. Bright front LED light 7. Anti-tip wheels & twin rear LED lights 8.
  • 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 8°) or over uneven ground. • Keep your feet on the scooter whilst driving. •...
  • Page 6: Adjustments

    Adjustments Tiller Angle Adjustment Mid-way up the tiller stem is the angle adjustment lever. Gently pull the lever towards the rear of the scooter and adjust the tiller to the desired angle and release the lever to lock in position. 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 and simply lift the seat away from the chassis while lifting the seat swivel lever. Do not hang baggage or other objects on the back of the seat as this may affect stability.
  • Page 8: Tiller Controls

    Tiller Controls Thumb / Finger Lever (Wig-Wag) The thumb levers control the reverse and forward motion of the scooter – see ‘Starting To Drive’ for operation. Remember, more pressure = more speed. Release the thumb lever and the scooter will automatically come to a safe stop as the electromagnetic brake is applied.
  • Page 9: Brake Release / Freewheel Operation

    Continued….. Maximum Speed Knob 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: Steering

    Continued….. Steering Steering the scooter is light and easy. Ensure you give obstacles a wide clearance to avoid the rear wheels catching. When steering through limited spaces, turn the tiller in the direction that you wish to go and apply power gently. The scooter can turn very tightly with complete stability at slow speeds.
  • Page 12: Transport And Storage

    Transport and Storage The ROMA Sorrento is designed to be quickly and easily disassembled without tools into sections for transportation and storage: Guidelines for Disassembly Follow the guide for the easy disassembly of your scooter: (Ensure the scooter is switched off before disassembling) 1.
  • Page 13 Continued….. Release the battery pack locking lever and lift the packs out of the chassis. The packs are labelled ‘A’ (RH) and ‘B’ (LH). Pack ‘A’ is removed first. Assembly is the reverse of the above procedure. The ROMA Sorrento is now separated into four components for easy transportation or storage.
  • Page 14: Batteries And Battery Charger

    Batteries and Battery Chargers Batteries Charge the batteries completely (8-12 hours) prior to first use. The ROMA Sorrento is supplied with closed battery packs which contains two 34/36Amp, 12 Volt sealed lead acid batteries. The battery packs are situated under the front of the seat and can be removed by lifting them away from the chassis.
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  • Page 16: 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 17: Troubleshooting

    Continued….. Troubleshooting Circuit Breaker Your scooter is fitted with the latest in electronic controls that are programmed to protect the electrical system from abnormal overloads. Fitted for extra protection is a circuit breaker, which is located on the battery pack. Should there be a situation where your scooter stops for no apparent reason please check that the circuit breaker has not tripped.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19: 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 20 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 24 Component parts replaced outside this period carry a six-month warranty. (Standard terms and conditions apply for this period). Model: Serial No: Purchase Date: Dealer Stamp Roma Medical Aids Ltd York Road, Bridgend Industrial Estate, Bridgend CF31 3TB Tel: 01656 674488 Fax: 01656 674499 Email: sales@romamedical.co.uk www.romamedical.co.uk...

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