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Owner’s Manual Mega Motion, Inc. P.O. Box 275 Taylor, PA 18517-0275 www.mega-motion.com...
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On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and a red slash. Please fill out the following information for quick reference: Mega Motion Service Center:________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number:__________________________ Purchase Date: __________________________ Serial Number:____________________________ NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information avail-...
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INTRODUCTION ........................4 SAFETY ............................5 III. YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER ....................17 IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ..................21 OPERATION ..........................26 VI. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ...................28 VII. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ...................29 VIII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE .....................31 IX. WARRANTY ..........................34 APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS ....................36 Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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Pinch/Crush points created during assembly. Unlocked and in freewheel mode. Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode. Locked and in drive mode. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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Do not connect an extension cord to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger. Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. Contact with tools can cause electrical shock. Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while operating. Wear safety goggles. Contains Lead. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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Battery charger for indoor use only. Disposal and recycling — Contact your local recycling center for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Mega Motion product and its packaging. Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging.
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Travel Scooter user who is capable of making such a decision. The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the Travel Scooter to the user and has assisted Mega Motion in the instruction process for the use of the product.
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Travel Scooter. MANDATORY! Stay within the specified weight capacity for your Travel Scooter. Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty. Mega Motion will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
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15 lbs. (6.8 kg). WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than what is shown in figure 1 may put your Travel Scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center/stop position. Disc Park Brake: Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop, or when power is removed from the system for any reason. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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WARNING! Even though your Travel Scooter may be capable of handling greater obstacles, Mega Motion recommends that you do not attempt to negotiate a curb that has a height greater than 2 in. (5 cm). Doing so could cause instability in your Travel Scooter.
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Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push-bar. Drive your Travel Scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open. Or drive your Travel Scooter gently and slowly backwards to pull the door open. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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If you will be transporting your Travel Scooter during travel, you may find it necessary to use a vehicle- mounted lift system or elevation product to aid in transportation. Mega Motion recommends that you closely review the warnings, instructions, specifications, and safety information set forth by the manufac- turer of the lift/elevation product before using that product.
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MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT Mega Motion recommends that you do not remain seated in your Travel Scooter while traveling in a motor vehicle. The Travel Scooter should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and properly secured.
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Travel Scooter in a safe manner. WARNING! Mega Motion strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated in your Travel Scooter, although the Travel Scooter seat has passed the necessary testing requirements for cigarette smoke.
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Battery Condition Meter When the key is fully inserted into the key switch, this meter indicates approximate battery strength. For further information on the battery condition meter, see IV. “Batteries and Charging.” Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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From the unlocked position (see figure 7), lock the front wheel by pushing the tiller lock knob in and turning it clockwise 90°. See figure 8. Figure 8. Tiller Lock Knob (Locked) www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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Travel Scooter in freewheel mode on any incline. Figure 10. Rear Section Motor/Transaxle Assembly The motor/transaxle assembly is an electromechanical unit that converts electrical energy from your Travel Scooter’s batteries into the controlled mechanical energy that drives the Travel Scooter’s wheels. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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If the main circuit breaker trips frequently, you may need to charge your batteries more often. You may also need to have the batteries load tested. If the main circuit breaker trips repeatedly, contact Mega Motion at 1-800-MEGA-508. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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PROHIBITED! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging. Mega Motion recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied.
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For the safest and most efficient charging of your Travel Scooter’s batteries, we recommend use of the charger supplied as original equipment with your Mega Motion product only. Any charging method resulting in batteries being charged individually is especially prohibited. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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AGM or Gel-Cell. Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable caps. Refer to the specifications table for size as batteries differ depending on manufacturer. WARNING! Corrosive chemicals are contained in batteries. Use only AGM or Gel- Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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WARNING! Do not replace the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied. WARNING! The batteries on your Travel Scooter should only be serviced or replaced by Mega Motion or a qualified technician. Battery Removal 1. Remove the key from the key switch.
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What about public transportation? If you intend to use public transportation with your Travel Scooter, you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead. Release the throttle control lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop. The electromechanical disc park brake automatically engages when your Travel Scooter comes to a stop. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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Travel Scooter for approximately 20 minutes, the Travel Scooter’s controller shuts down auto- matically. If the power down timer feature takes effect, perform the following steps to resume normal operation. 1. Remove the key from the key switch. 2. Insert the key back into the key switch. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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1. Loosen the tiller adjustment knob, raise the tiller to its desired position and retighten the tiller adjust- ment knob. 2. Turn the tiller lock knob to its UNLOCKED position. See figure 7. 3. Install the seat. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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Travel Scooter. 2. Electromagnetic brake coil open. 1. Low battery voltage. Charge batteries. 2. KSI and throttle turned on at same Restart the Travel Scooter without touching the time. throttle control lever. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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If having changed a battery recently, ensure all the battery connections secure. If you experience any problems with your Travel Scooter that you are not able to solve, contact 1-800- MEGA-508 for information on maintenance and service. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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These items are all prelubricated, sealed, and require no subsequent lubrication. CONSOLE, CHARGER, AND REAR ELECTRONICS Keep these areas free of moisture. Allow these areas to dry thoroughly if they have been exposed to moisture before operating your Travel Scooter again. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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Travel Scooter must be replaced with a new nut. Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert, resulting in a less secure fit. Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores or through Mega Motion. www.mega-motion.com...
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Your Travel Scooter must be disposed of according to applicable local and national statutory regulations. Con- tact your local waste disposal agency or Mega Motion for information on proper disposal of packaging, metal frame components, plastic components, electronics, batteries, neoprene, silicone, and polyurethane materials.
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I X . W A R R A N T Y 90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY For 90 days from the date of purchase, Mega Motion will repair or replace at our option to the original purchaser, free of charge, any of the following parts found upon examination by an authorized represen-...
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Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So, the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Travel Pal www.mega-motion.com...
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AGM or Gel-Cell type required. See IV. “Batteries and Charging.” Battery weight may vary based on battery manufacturer. NOTE: This product conforms to all applicable ANSI-RESNA testing requirements and ISO 7176 series EN12184 standards. All specifications subject to change without notice. www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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12 -14 in. (30.5 - 35.6 cm) 1.5 in. (3.81 cm) 38 in. (96.5 cm) 15 in. (38 cm) 16.5 in. 32 in. (41.9 cm) (81.3 cm) Turning Radius 19 in. (48.3 cm) Figure 21. Travel Pal Dimensions www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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N O T E S www.mega-motion.com Travel Pal...
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Mega Motion Inc. P.O. Box 275 Taylor, PA 18517-0275 1-800-MEGA-508 *INFMANU3199*...
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