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Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Sunrise Medical Sterling Scoota.
Before using your Scoota please read this manual carefully. It will provide
you with all the information you will require however, if you have any queries
about the use, maintenance or safety of your Scoota please contact your
local Sunrise Medical Service Agent. If you have any other questions please
This Scoota is designed for comfort, safety and durability and has been
exhaustively researched and tested by our experts.
It is intended for the use of people of all ages who may have difficulty
walking distances or for periods of time. It is ideal for indoor and outdoor
use and suitable for users up to 113kg in weight (250 lbs).
It has been manufactured to comply with the requirements of the
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC, the radio interference requirements of
EEC Directive 89/336/EEC and the battery charger
requirements of EEC Directive 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC.
Sunrise Medical is dedicated to providing products of exacting quality which
conform fully and reliably to the requirements of their intended use. We are
BS ISO 9001 accredited which is the internationally recognised standard for
quality management systems. This approval ensures we provide quality in
all areas of our business from development through to final delivery.
Telephone 01384 44 66 88
International Telephone +44 1384 44 66 88
SERIAL Number
write or telephone the address below.
SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED
SUNRISE BUSINESS PARK
HIGH STREET WOLLASTON
WEST MIDLANDS DY8 4PS
ENGLAND
www.sunrisemedical.co.uk
Fax. 01384 44 66 99
Fax.+44 1384 44 66 99
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- Page 1 Scoota please contact your local Sunrise Medical Service Agent. If you have any other questions please write or telephone the address below.
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Page 2: Guarantee
Medical Limited recommend that you do not undertake maintenance tasks other than those explained in this manual. Your local authorised Sunrise Medical service agent is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out detailed maintenance as and when required. Use only genuine Sunrise Medical replacement parts. -
Page 3: Features And Options
Features and options Flip up armrests Seating page 13 Control Pod page 13 pages 14-17 Control Levers page 18 Tiller Seat Swivel Lever page 13 Emergency Freewheel page 20 Tiller Adjustment lever page 12 Rear Panel (Serial No) is on this panel Bumper Batteries and Charging... - Page 4 Safety warnings General safety warnings Kerb climbing Safety is important with any vehicle Midi that is power driven. Below are Do not attempt to mount or some essential tips to safeguard dismount kerbs in excess of 5cm your use. These are not conclusive (2").
- Page 5 Safety warnings Batteries Tyres Do not inflate your Scoota tyres Always check the batteries are sufficiently charged before setting using a powered airline. Always off. use the pump provided. Midi. Each tyre pressure should be Always ensure that your batteries 207 Kilopascals (30 P.S.I).
- Page 6 Safety warnings Use of mobile phones Mobile telephones or two way radio devices must not be used while operating the vehicle. Use of mobile phones or two way radios can cause excessively strong electromagnetic fields. This may interfere with the vehicle’s electronic systems.
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Page 7: Assembly And Disassembly
Assembly and disassembly Tiller First ensure that the tiller Tiller adjustment lever adjustment lever is fully tightened (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 Connecting the front and rear Fig. 2 Guide rails (i) Position the front of the drive assembly directly behind the rear of the baseboard as in (Fig. - Page 8 Assembly and disassembly (v) Release the dedock cable and connect the power lead plug into Power lead plug the motor socket on the drive assembly, behind the seat stem (Fig. 3). Make sure this is securely located. Motor Dedock cable Motor socket Fig.
- Page 9 Assembly and disassembly Fitting the rear cover Power lead Seat for lights stem (i) Locate the rear cover over the (where fitted) freewheel mechanism and seat stem (Fig. 5 and 6). (ii) Push gently downwards to secure the cover into position. To ensure that it is correctly fitted, push on the cover handle, which is at the front of the cover...
- Page 10 Assembly and disassembly Fitting the seat Seat swivel lever To fit the seat, lift the release/swivel lever as shown in (Fig. 7) and lower the seat onto the seat stem, turning the seat slightly to lock into position. Ensure that the seat feels secure before mounting.
- Page 11 Assembly and disassembly Disassembly (continued) Power lead plug 4. Disconnect the power lead plug from the motor socket on the drive assembly (Fig. 9). 5. Holding the tiller handlebar in the one hand, release the baseboard docking pins by lifting the dedock cable (Fig. 10) and pull the baseboard free of the rear assembly.
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Page 12: Adjustments To Your Scoota
Adjustments to your Scoota Your Scoota has been designed with adjustable features which will Securing bolt ensure that you are in the safest Adjustment and most comfortable position in holes which to operate the Scoota. Securing nut Seat height adjustment Seat stem The seat height may be adjusted cover... - Page 13 Adjustments to your Scoota Armrests The armrests flip up and down Armrest in up position allowing easy access on and off the Scoota (Fig. 13). Seat swivel For easy access on and off the Scoota the seat can be rotated and locked to the left or right side.
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Page 14: Tiller Control Functions
Tiller control functions On/Off To activate the Scoota, turn the key provided clockwise and press the yellow On/Off button (Fig. 15). Press once to switch on and the button will illuminate to indicate that the Scoota is now on. Press again to switch off. - Page 15 Tiller control functions Speed range Speed range knob The speed range can be selected by turning the speed knob on the left side of the tiller head, see (Fig. 17). This allows you to limit your speed even when the control lever is fully depressed.
- Page 16 Tiller control functions Lights Light switch (where fitted) The lights may be activated by pressing the blue switch once (Fig. 19). Pressing it again will switch the lights off. Note: Excessive use of the lights will use up more energy from your batteries and reduce the range of your Scoota between charges.
- Page 17 Tiller control functions Parking brake (where fitted) The parking brake is situated in the tiller stem, just below the charging socket (Fig. 21). It is operated by pushing the brake lever down flat into the horizontal position. To release the parking brake, lift the brake lever into a vertical position.
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Page 18: Operating Your Scoota
Operating your Scoota Before operating your Scoota ensure the seat height has been adjusted to your satisfaction, the seat position has been secured and the tiller angle has been set for optimum safety and comfort. Scoota operating procedure (i) Insert the key as shown in Operating key (Fig. - Page 19 Operating your Scoota Braking To stop the Scoota, simply release the control lever with your fingers, (Fig. 24) keeping you hands on the handlebar for stability. Two types of braking will automatically operate:- (i) Automatic regenerative braking which slows the Scoota to a standstill within 1 - 2 seconds.
- Page 20 Operating your Scoota Freewheel mechanism Freewheel control knob Every care has been taken to ensure your Scoota remains trouble free. However in the event of an unforeseen failure a freewheel device disengages the drive assembly to allow manual Power lead for lights and operation.
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Page 21: User Tips
User tips Mounting & dismounting kerbs Midi Your Scoota has not been designed to kerb climb. It is capable of mounting and dismounting obstacles of up to 5cm (2"). Senior Your Scoota is capable of mounting and dismounting kerbs and obstacles of up to 10cm (4"). - Page 22 User tips Travelling across slopes Care should be taken when traversing across a slope. Do not traverse across the face of a slope in excess of 10 degrees (1 in 6) (Fig. 28). Note: Disregard of this advice could result in your Scoota tipping.
- Page 23 User tips Transportation Your Scoota can be disassembled quickly and simply for transportation by car - see section Tiller in lowest position 5. Alternatively, if you wish to use a ramp to load your Scoota into the back of a car then: (i) Remove the seat (see page 10) (ii) Lower the tiller, using the adjustment lever, to its lowest...
- Page 24 User tips Pavement and road use (U.K. only) It is illegal to drive faster than 4mph on the pavement. To drive on the road your Scoota must be equipped with lights, indicators, a mirror and a manually operated parking brake. When using your Scoota on the pavement always be aware of pedestrians and situations which...
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Page 25: Batteries And Charging
24 volts. The size of the of battery. This has been agreed battery, (e.g. its available power) is between Sunrise Medical and the expressed in amps per hour (e.g. battery manufacturers to enable 30amp/hr.). The higher the number,... - Page 26 Batteries and charging Lead acid battery care plan Maintenance free battery care plan 1 Only use an approved Sunrise 1 Only use an approved Sunrise Medical charger compatible with Medical charger compatible with the vehicle to be charged. the vehicle to be charged. 2 Charge your batteries every 2 Charge your batteries every night regardless of the amount...
- Page 27 Sunrise Medical measure available on your Sunrise the range of their vehicles in a Medical Sterling Scoota should consistent and uniform manner, but...
- Page 28 Batteries and charging How to charge the batteries Charging point 1 Ensure your Scoota is switched off. 2 To commence charging, connect the charging plug to the charging socket on the side of the tiller (Fig. 31). 3 Now connect the charger to the mains supply and switch on (Fig.
- Page 29 Do not expose any part of your fuse are in correct working order. charger or battery to direct heat Otherwise consult: Sunrise Medical (i.e. naked flame, gas fire). or your local Sunrise Medical You should not charge the agent. batteries in outdoor conditions . Flashing lights...
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Page 30: Routine Maintenance
Routine maintenance The following table gives an indication as to when routine maintenance checks should be made. Battery charge check Electrolyte level (wet cell batteries only) Inspection of connectors Wipe over with damp cloth Check tyre pressure - Each tyre Midi Inflate to 207 Kilopascals (30PSI) Senior Inflate to 138 Kilopascals (20 PSI) -
Page 31: Service History
Service history This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your Scoota. Should you decide to sell or exchange your vehicle in the future, this will prove most helpful to you. Your Service Agent will also benefit from a documented record and this manual should accompany the Scoota when service or repair work is carried out. -
Page 32: Sunrise Medical
Merlin Bath Lifter, bed accessories and walking sticks. Should you require any information on our full range of products please call us on 01384 44 66 88 or write to us at: Sunrise Medical Limited Sunrise Business Park High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS... - Page 33 Issue 1...
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- Page 36 Sunrise Medical Limited High Street, Wollaston, West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.co.uk...
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- Page 38 Senior featured How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your Sterling Scoota. This Owner’s Manual will familiarise you with the Scoota and its features. It contains hints on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the guarantee.
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Page 39: Table Of Contents
Tiller control functions page 14 - 17 Operating your Scoota page 18 - 20 User tips page 21 - 24 Batteries and charging page 25 - 29 Routine maintenance page 30 Service history page 31 Sunrise Medical page 32 Issue 1... - Page 40 Issue 1...