Scooter Diagnostic Functions - Rascal Vantage Owners Manual & Service Record

Scooter Diagnostic Functions

Your Scooter Controller provides diagnostic information in the form of flash-codes. The first LED / Lamp on the
battery indicator flashes to indicate a problem has been detected. On switching on, the controller conducts a
diagnostic test. While this test is in progress the lamp will flash and, if no fault is detected it will remain on.
If there is a fault, the lamp will flash a sequence of flashes to indicate what the fault is. So for instance if the
lamp flashes twice in short succession and then again twice in short succession, this indicates a bad motor
connection. If the lamp flashes 8 times there is a problem with the controller.
Number of Flashes
1
2
3
4 & 5
6
7
8
9
10
Notice
If the Lamp continues to flash then the controller has entered the Sleep mode and needs to be
woken up. Turn key off and then back to the on position to reset.
Tip: If in doubt switch off and switch on – if this does not cure the fault contact your dealer. Your dealer is there
to help you but they can only do this if you give them as much information as possible. Remember correct
information will get the problem fixed quicker and save you money. Phone the dealer and explain exactly what
the problem is, recounting as much detail as possible. Tell them about the flash code; this will help the engineer
to identify the problem before he calls to fix it. Your dealer is there to help you.
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Indicated fault and Corrective Action
• Battery needs recharging or bad connection with batteries.
Check connections, and recharge batteries. An audible beeping will
also be heard when the batteries need recharging.
• Bad motor connection. Request assistance from dealer who will check all
connections between controller and motor.
• Short circuit between motor and battery connection. Contact dealer.
• Not used
• Controller inhibited from operation. Disconnect battery charger and check if
this resolves the problem. Otherwise contact dealer.
• Throttle fault. Finger control levers must be in neutral (centred) position
before key is turned on. Switch scooter off, centre levers, and switch back
on. If fault persists, contact dealer.
• Controller fault. Inform dealer who will check connections & controller.
• Scooter left in freewheel or has a bad parking brake connection. Engage
drive, and switch scooter of and on. If this fails to cure the problem, check
parking brake and ensure it stops the vehicle. Inform dealer who will check
brake and motor connections.
• Excessive voltage detected at controller. Check battery connections.
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