VENTURA SCOOTER VENTURA 4 VENTURA 3 OWNER’S MANUAL Rev.2.02.15.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION ……..…………………………………… 2 2. 3 SAFETY NOTICE…………………………………………………………...….. 2.1 Before driving 2.2 While driving 2.3 Labeling 2.4 EMI PARTS INTRODUCTION……………………………………………..………. 8 Parts description 3. 4. OPERATION………………………………………………………………….... 9 4.1 Control panel 4.2 How to operate your scooter 5. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE………………………………………..... 13 5.1 Charging the battery 5.2 Battery 6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE……………………………………..… 16 6.1 Inspection 6.
1 . P R E FA C E A N D I N T R O D U C T I O N Please carefully read this owner’s manual before using the vehicle. Improper use of the vehicle could result in harm, injury or traffic accidents. Therefore for maximum pleasure while using the vehicle please read this owner’s manual. ♦ This owner’s manual includes operation instructions for every aspect of the vehicle, as well as instructions for how to deal with possible accidents.
2. SAFET Y NOTICE 2.1 BEFORE DRIVING The user needs to be familiar with the usage and operation of this vehicle before driving. Therefore, please always keep the following safety notices in mind. ■ The same traffic rules apply to the use of this vehicle as apply to pedestrians For your safety, please therefore follow the rules that apply to pedestrians. ♦ Ride on pavement, sidewalks or pedestrian areas only. Never ride on roads or highways.
2. SAFET Y NOTICE 2.2 WHILE DRIVING ■ Please carry out regular inspections. Refer to Section 6 INSEPCTION AND MAINTENANCE ■ Do not exit the vehicle while the vehicle is moving. ♦ Such action may cause you to lose your balance and risk injury from falling. ♦ Pay attention that your clothes do not tangle in the wheels. ■ Do not use your vehicle under the circumstances below.
2. SAFET Y NOTICE ■ Starting and Driving 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make sure the seat is installed properly. Make sure the tiller has been secured properly. Fold down the armrests so you can rest your arms on them. Turn the power switch to “ON”. If necessary, turn on the headlights. Check battery indicator to see whether there is enough power for your journey. If you have any doubt about the remaining power, please recharge the batteries before departure. 6.
2. SAFET Y NOTICE ▓ Stopping 1. Release the speed control lever completely. The vehicle will naturally brake and stop. 2. Turn the power switch to (OFF). Then pull out the key. ▓ Driving on the pavement ♦ Ensure the speed limit switch is set to the slowest setting when using the scooter on pavement. ♦ This will limit the scooter to a maximum safe speed. ♦ The limit switch can be set to the fastest setting for use on pavement. 2.3 LABELING Please carefully read all labels on the scooter before driving it.
2. SAFET Y NOTICE 2.4 EMI This portion of the content will provide the user with basic information that describes the problems with EMI, known sources of EMI, protective measures either to lessen the possibility or exposure or to minimize the degree of exposure, and suggested action should unexpected or erratic movement occur. Caution: It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference on your electric scooter.
3 . PA R T S I N T R O D U C T I O N 3.1 PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Indicator Lamp 2. Charger Socket Cover 3. Basket Bracket 4. Tiller Adjust Lever 5. Head Lamp 6. Seat Remove Lever 7. Seat Slide Lever 8. Armrest 9. Freewheel Lever 10. Side Reflector 11. Rear Lamp 12. Anti-tip Wheel 13. Rear Reflector 14. Width Adjustable Armrests Knob 15.Rear Indicator Lamp 16. Rear View Mirror 2 1 8 3 6 7 9 4 10 5 . 16 15 14 11 1 8 12 Rev.2.02.15.
4 . O P E R AT I O N 4.1 CONTROL PANEL 1. Battery Level Indicator 2. Speed Dial 3. Indoor / Outdoor Switch 4. Headlights Button 5. Horn 6. Emergency lights 7. Indicator Switch 8. Wigwag Paddle 4.2 HOW TO OPERATE YOUR SCOOTER ■ Power switch Turn the key to power ON or OFF (ON) : Power is turned on (OFF) : Power is turned off ■ Speed Dial Rotate the slowest or fastest setting to determine the maximum speed of the scooter.
4 . O P E R AT I O N ■ Horn Button Press the horn button to sound the horn. Release the button to stop the horn. ▓ How To Set Freewheel Mode The motor on the scooter can be disengaged to allow the scooter to be pushed. ♦ Drive Mode – To put the scooter in to “drive” mode, push the freewheel lever up completely ♦ Freewheel Mode – To put the scooter in to “freewheel mode”, push the freewheel lever down completely and the scooter can be moved manually.
4 . O P E R AT I O N ▓ Braking4 . O P E R A T I O N 4 . O P E R A T I O N 4 . O P E R A T I O N ♦ Electro-magnetic brake: Release the speed control lever completely, and the electromagnetic brake will be activated automatically, and the scooter will stop. ■ Parking ♦ After stopping, turn the main key to OFF and remove the key. The lights will turn OFF. The electromagnetic brake is engaged (locked). 1 Warning When on a gradient NEVER switch the vehicle to the freewheel mode.
4 . O P E R AT I O N ■ How to re-position the seat The seat can be slide backward and forward for a comfortable driving position. To slide the seat, pull the lever at the front of the seat and reposition as required. Slide lever Swivel lever ■Tiller Adjustment The tiller can be adjusted in many different positions to suit each driver. 1. Loosen the lever to adjust the tiller to positions you desire. 2. Once the tiller is in the desired position, tighten the lever to secure the tiller.
5 . B AT T E R Y C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E 5.1 CHARGING THE BATTERY Follow the procedure below step by step: 1. Turn the power switch to (OFF) 2. Connect the charger’s power cord into the power outlet. 3. Open the charging socket cap on the scooter’s tiller. Then connect the charger’s round plug to the charging socket. 4. Both the charger’s red and orange LEDs will be lit when beginning charging. The charging duration is about 6 hours. To ensure optimum performance a 10-hour charge is recommended.
5 . B AT T E R Y C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E ) Attention - Please follow the rules below to avoid accidents while charging. 1. Please use the charger supplied with your scooter only, and recharge the battery to its full capacity every time. You may damage the battery and scooter if you use a charger, which is not to the correct specification. 2. Please charge in a well-ventilated space where it is not directly exposed to the sunlight.
5 . B AT T E R Y C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E ■ Cleaning the battery If the batteries are contaminated by water, battery acid, dust or other substances, they will discharge quickly. The batteries supplied with the scooter are sealed and as such are maintenance free with no risk of battery leakage. Please follow the steps below to clean the battery. 1. Turn the scooter power switch to “OFF”. 2. Remove the seat. 3. Remove the shroud and unplug the terminal of the taillight and signal lights. 4.
6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 6.1 INSPECTION ♦ Clean the scooter with a damp cloth and dust down approximately once a week to preserve the appearance of the scooter. ♦ Adjust the tiller height and return to the original position and swivel the seat once a week to ensure the parts adjust and remove smoothly and easily when required. ♦ Check for signs of wear and tear on the tires and the upholstery on a regular basis.
6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Suggestion Ask for help from your scooter dealer to inspect or replace the fuse, since the tiller shroud has to be removed first before you can replace the fuse. ▓Tires The condition of the tires depends on how you drive and use your scooter. ♦ Inspecting tire tread ♦ Please check the tread groove regularly. Replace the tires when the tread groove is less than 0.5 mm. ) Attention １. When tread groove is below 0.
7. T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N ■ TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom The scooter will not switch on Remedy • Try recharging the battery • Check the fuse and circuit breaker in the scooter The scooter switches on, but the scooter • Ensure there is enough power in the batteries. If not, recharge will not move. the batteries. • Ensure the freewheel lever is engaged in the ‘DRIVE’ position.
8 . WA R R A N T Y FOR THE WARRANTY PERIODS LISTED BELOW, BEGINNING AT THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, DRIVE MEDICAL WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT ITS OPTION TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER, FREE OF CHARGE, ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PARTS FOUND UPON EXAMINATION BY AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF DRIVE MEDICAL TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIALS AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. THE WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXTEND AND APPLY ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER.
101 8 . WA R R A N T Y 8.2 VIN (VEHICLE INDIFICATION NUMBER) To ensure the correct after-sale service and warranty service support, please write down the vehicle identification number that is stuck on the back side of the frame. Model VENTURA 3 / VENTURA 4 Chassis NO. Motor serial # Key # ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Warranty Application Form Name Gender 口 Male 口 Female Tel no. Address Model M4JRH Vehicle Data Scooter No.: Chassis Motor Serial No.
Drive Medical Design & Manufacturing 99 Seaview Boulevard Port Washington, NY Tel: (516) 998-4600 Fax: (516) 566-2043 www.drivemedical.com Rev.2.02.15.
