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  • Page 1 D82008305 REV A 1/26/09...
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of HOVEROUND CORPORATION. Neither HOVEROUND CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, cost or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Chapter 1 Rules For Safely Operating Your Scooter ....4-5 Chapter 2 Getting To Know Your Scooter ......6-10 Chapter 3 Free-Wheeling Your Scooter .

  • Page 4: Rules For Safely Operating Your Scooter

    2. Do not climb or drive on slopes greater than 8 degrees. 3. Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum weight capacity: Transporter GL 300 pounds. 4. Do not mount or dismount your scooter unless it has come to a full stop and is turned off.

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Rules For Safely Operating Your Scooter

    11. Do not drive your scooter over deep, soft terrain (Examples: soft dirt, deep grass, loose gravel.) 12. Do not operate your scooter when under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs, which may impair your safety. 13. Do not climb onto curbs or curb cut-outs that exceed your scooter’s capability. Do not turn when negotiating curbs.

  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Scooter

    Chapter 2 Getting To Know Your Scooter Congratulations on your purchase of a Hoveround scooter. This scooter offers a combination of style and comfort, and a wheelbase designed for easy maneuver- ability both indoors and outdoors. Direct drive rear wheels and electro-mechanical brakes provide a safe comfortable ride.

  • Page 7: Control Features

    Control Features Please use this section to familiarize yourself with the controls. See Chapter 4 for important information on how to operate and drive the scooter. Your controls are located on the handlebar console, (See Figures 2B and 2C). FIGURE 2B FIGURE 2C 1.
  • Page 8 When the scooter is in motion, you should ONLY switch “off” in the case of an emergency. Continual use in this mode may cause undue stress to the drive sys- tem and damage the main electronic speed control unit. Be extremely cautious on slopes.
  • Page 9 Seating Adjustments 1. Seat Height Adjustments (Figure 2D, Below) Located on the main frame, the post holding the seat has height adjustment holes. To change the seat height, fit the locking pin in any of the holes. Locking FIGURE 2D 2.

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Getting To Know Your Scooter

    4. Armrest Angle Adjustment (If so equipped) (Figure 2F, Below) For easy seat access, flip the armrest up by pulling up on the end. To adjust the angle, loosen the bolt and lock nut under the arm rest. Re-tighten to hold the angle in place.

  • Page 11: Free-Wheeling Your Scooter

    Chapter 3 Free-Wheeling Your Scooter Freewheeling is used when you want to move your unit without riding on it. There are two ways to do this: 1. Disengage the electromagnetic brakes (Figure 3A, Item A). 2. Lift front of the unit and let it ride on its anti-tip wheels (Figure 3A, Item B). To disengage the electromagnetic brakes, turn the key to off, and depress the lever underneath the shroud just above the back right wheel (Figure 3A, Item B).

  • Page 12: Learning To Get Around

    Chapter 4 Learning To Get Around Basic Driving For your first drive, make sure your scooter is on a level surface and clear of any obstacles. CAUTION: If you are not an accomplished outdoor powered vehicle driver, we strongly recommend that you first practice in an open, safe area, free from traffic, preferably with a companion who can assist you.
  • Page 13 Driving in reverse requires attention. Be sure your speed control dial is turned to slow before your reverse. Push the left thumb reverse lever. Remember when you reverse, you have to steer in the opposite direction of the way you want to go. Practice in an open space. WARNING: Do not turn your scooter off when it is in motion.

  • Page 14: Control On Ramps

    Control On Ramps Some ramps have a change of direction where good cornering is required. Make a wide maneuver around tight corners so that your back wheels follow a wide arc to stay clear of the corner. If you stop while facing uphill, the automatic parking brake will hold you safely. To start again, simply push the forward direction lever.

  • Page 15: Chapter 4 Learning To Get Around

    Please Note: The rear stability of your scooter is dependent on a number of factors which you should consider before attempting to climb a steep slope or other obstacle: a) your height, b) the rearward angle of your backrest, c) your weight, and d) the angle of slope or height of obstacle you are attempting to climb.

  • Page 16: Disassembling And Reassembling Your Scooter

    Chapter 5 Disassembling And Reassembling Your Scooter To transport your scooter in a car, follow these simple instructions. This procedure can be carried out quickly and without tools, but you may need some assistance to lift the components once your scooter is disassembled. Note: You may need to remove baskets and any accessories to disassemble your scooter.

  • Page 17: Chapter 5 Disassembling And Reassembling Your Scooter

    7. Fold the tiller down by releasing the tiller locking lever (Figure 5A and Figure 2A, page 6). Tiller Locking Assembly FIGURE 5A FIGURE 5B The scooter is now disassembled into its basic components (Figure 5B). TAKE CARE: Protect clothing when lifting scooter parts; some components may have lubricating fluids on their surfaces.

  • Page 18: Batteries And Battery Charging

    Chapter 6 Batteries And Battery Charging For maximum performance, maintain your scooter batteries at full power. Nightly recharging, after use, will give them a longer life and will ensure your scooter is always ready to go when you are. Batteries Your scooter batteries are virtually maintenance free because the electrolyte is immobilized and will not leak out, even if the battery is accidentally overturned.

  • Page 19: Battery Replacement

    The guidelines below will assure your safety. 1. Do not smoke or use an open flame while charging your batteries. 2. Do not use an extension cord to charge your batteries as this could result in a fire or electric shock. 3.
  • Page 20 FIGURE 6A - CHARGER PORT To charge your batteries, follow these simple steps. 1. Switch off your scooter and remove the key. 2. Rotate the protective cover to expose the port on the right side of the tiller console (Figure 6A, Above). Plug the charger end of the cord into the port. 3.

  • Page 21: Chapter 6 Batteries And Battery Charging

    CAUTION! Batteries that go below a minimum voltage cannot be recharged. You will find that the distance that your scooter can travel will gradually increase over the first few weeks of use as the batteries reach their optimum efficiency after approximately 12 cycles of full discharge and full recharge.

  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    Chapter 7 Care And Maintenance Your scooter will benefit from regular servicing by your Hoveround Service Specialist. You can help keep your scooter in tiptop condition by following simple home maintenance. CAUTION: Only a qualified Hoveround Service Specialist should service your scooter. Seat Upholstery A damp cloth and a mild soap will keep your seat and backrest looking good.

  • Page 23: Driving Brake

    Electronics Only a Hoveround Service Specialist should service your scooter’s drive electronics and charger. These units are sealed and should not be opened. BROKEN SEALS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY Do not operate your scooter in wet weather conditions, i.e., heavy rain or snow. Do not drive through deep water.

  • Page 24: Chapter 7 Care And Maintenance

    Tire Pressure It is recommended that the tire pressure be at 30 psi (pounds per square inch) on the rear tires and 25 psi on the front tires. CAUTION! On the tire itself, it states that the maximum tire pressure is 50 psi.

  • Page 25: Trouble Shooting

    Chapter 8 Trouble Shooting If your scooter will not run: 1. Make sure the key switch is turned on. If it is, the battery indicator gauge will be operating. 2. Make sure batteries are charged. 3. Check the freewheel lever (Figure 3A, Page 11). It must be in the drive position (engaged) for the scooter to be driven.

  • Page 26: Chapter 8 Trouble Shooting

    If you feel for any reason that your scooter is not driving correctly or making unusual noise, stop using the scooter. Be safe, contact your Hoveround Service Specialist. Important Scooter Controller Information General Description The scooter controller system incorporates a sophisticated microprocessor design. It is located under the cover of your scooter.

  • Page 27: Emi Warning

    Chapter 9 EMI Warning Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) from radio wave sources Powered motorized scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interferences (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radio, and cellular phones.

  • Page 28: Chapter 9 Emi Warning

    Powered Scooter Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio sources (trans- ceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the powered scooter’s control system while using these devices.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    Chapter 10 Specifications Transporter GL Length 45 inches Width 24 inches Overall height 43 inches Weight capacity 300 lbs Weight (without batteries) 126 lbs Weight (with batteries) 178 lbs Weight of heaviest part 42 lbs (Rear Assembly) Battery weight (2) 26 lbs each...

  • Page 30: Appendix A: Record Of Service

    Appendix A: Record of Service Date Technician Service Performed Appendix A: Record Of Service D82008305 REV A 1/26/09...

  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Hoveround Corporation warrants the products manufactured by it, other than its component battery or batteries, to be free from defects in materials and workman- ship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Batteries are warranted by the battery manufacturer.
  • Page 32 Technical Service 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) Customer Service 1-800-771-6565 Monday-Friday (EST) 8:00 am - 8:00 pm • Saturday (EST) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 2151 Whitfield Industrial Way • Sarasota, Florida 34243 www.hoveround.com...

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