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  • Page 1 866.621.4933 activecaremed.com Spitfire EX 1420 Scooter Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Inspection & Maintenance ..............19 Daily Checking......................19 Regular Maintenance Record ..................20 Battery, Fuses, Circuit Breaker and Tires ..............20 Maintenance ......................21 Storage ........................21 Troubleshooting ................22 Specifications ..................24 10. Limited Warranty................25 Warranty Registration ....................27 Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3: Preface

    NOTE: Please be sure to remove the safety caps from the bottom of the battery pack before operating the scooter. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 4: Safety Notices

    6 lbs. REGULAR USE OF YOUR SCOOTER Please carry out daily inspections. Refer to Section 7 “Inspection & Maintenance” for inspection procedures. Make sure the throttle lever is secure before turning on your scooter. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 5 Do not pass through water covering the road unless the water is less than 1 inch deep. Please drive slowly on roads with drops or dips. Do not make sudden turns while drive on gravel roads or ramps. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6: Labeling Of Your Scooter

    This could cause the scooter to become a safety hazard. The warranty does not cover damage from overloading. LABELING OF YOUR SCOOTER Please read all the labeling on the scooter before driving it. For your future reference, do not remove them. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 7: Emi

    Examples include: citizens band (CB) or hand held radios, (security, fire, and police transceivers), cellular telephones and other personal communication devices. NOTE: Some cellular telephones transmit a signal while they are ON but not being used. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 8: Powered Scooter Electromagnetic Interference (Emi)

    4. Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered scooter, may make it more susceptible to EMI. 5. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the scooter manufacturer, and note whether there were sources of EMI nearby. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 9: Parts

    4. Carrying handle Speed dial 5. Removable flip-up arm rest Throttle lever 6. Detachable swivel seat with Diagnostic light fold-down back Key switch 7. Connecting device Freewheel mode lever 8. Battery pack Anti-trip wheel 9. Charger socket Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 10: Operation

    The seat can be turned 90 degrees. Pull the swivel seat lever to rotate the seat. The seat has 4 height adjustments. After adjusting the height to the desired seat position, secure the fixed nut. ◊ Caution Be sure the seat is in the forward position and locked before driving. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 11: Tiller Lock

    You may need assistance to lift some components. See “Specifications” for individual component weights. No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your scooter. Always disassemble or assemble your scooter on a level, dry surface with sufficient Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 12: Assembly

    Set down the seat on the seat post until the swivel lock engages and you hear a click. Turn key switch to “ON”. Make sure battery gauge indicates sufficient power. Fig 5.3 Fig 5.4 Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 13: Disassembly

    Pick up the battery pack and remove it from the scooter (Fig. 5.5). Pull the connecting device upward and pull the front section forward (Fig. 5.6 & Fig. 5.7). Fig 5.5 Fig 5.6 Fig 5.7 Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 14: Battery Gauge

    DRIVE MODE Push the freewheel mode lever on the scooter towards the rear direction, and the scooter will be driven by the motor. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 15: Freewheel Mode

    Check battery gauge to see whether there is enough power for your trips. If you have doubts about the remaining power, please charge the battery before departure. Set to the proper speed by the speed dial. Be sure the throttle lever is functioning properly. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 16: Driving Speed

    The stopping distance will vary with your forward/reverse speed. Please begin braking as early as possible. While parking your scooter, be sure to park on a flat ground and then turn the power to “OFF”. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 17: Battery & Charger

    4. Your scooter should be charged at least every month to keep the battery at full status, even when not being used. 5. Charging time will be affected by the ambient temperature so it takes longer in the wintertime. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18: Battery Specifications

    This will possibly damage the batteries and shorten their lifetime. The battery used on your scooter is sealed lead acid, which is maintenance-free, so it is not needed to change or refill the battery liquid. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 19 3. If the scooter is not to be used for a long time, please charge the battery every three months. 4. Replace both batteries at the same time. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 20: Inspection & Maintenance

    Can the seat be turned smoothly? Tires Are there any cracks or other damage to the tires? Check the tread on the tires. Other Is there any abnormal noise? Is there an oil leakage from the transmission box? Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 21: Regular Maintenance Record

    The condition of the tires depends on how you drive and use your scooter. Please check the tread depth regularly. Replace the tires when the tread depth is less than 0.5 mm. Regularly inspect your scooter’s tires for signs of wear. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Please store the scooter in a location where it is out of direct sunlight, rain, or dew. When storing for long periods of time, please charge the battery every 3 months. For further details, inquire with your dealer. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    1. Blow dirt out with air pressure hose. Brake release 1. Rust and corrosion 1. Spray ball detent area with lever sticks lubrication oil. Stiffness in 1. Possible grime build-up 1. Lubrication rod end joints. steering Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 24 Check the parking brake and connection. motor connections. Make sure the controller connections are secure. Excessive voltage has been Check the battery applied to the controller. connections. This is usually caused by a poor battery connection. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25: Specifications

    Note: Maximum driving distance is based on the conditions of ambient temperature at 20°C, a 165 pound driver and a brand-new fully charged battery. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    ABUSE, NEGLECT, MISHANDLING, MISAPPLICATION, COMMERICAL USE, ACTS OF GOD, ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS NOT AUTHORIZED BY ACTIVECARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 27 ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. ACTIVECARE SHALL LIABLE CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 28: Warranty Registration

    Please type or print Serial # ____________________________ Date Purchased _______________ Owner Name _____________________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________ City ___________________________ State __________ ZIP ______________ Signature ___________________________ Telephone ___________________ Dealer Name ______________________ Dealer Phone ___________________ E-mail Address ___________________________________________________ Comments ______________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Spitfire EX 1420 Owner’s Manual...

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