TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION ……..…………………………………… 3 2. SAFETY NOTICE…………………………………………………………...…. 4 2.1 Before Riding 2.2 While Riding 2.3 Labeling 2.4 EMI 3. PARTS INTRODUCTION……………………………………………..………. 11 Parts Description 4. OPERATION………………………………………………………………….... 12 4.1 Control Panel 4.2 How To Operate Your Scooter 5. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE………………………………………..... 18 5.1 Charging The Battery 5.2 Charger 5.3 Battery 6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE……………………………………..… 22 6.1 Inspection 6.
1. PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION Please carefully read this user’s manual before operating your vehicle. Improper use of the vehicle could result in an accident, bodily injury or damage to private or public property. Therefore, for maximum benefit while using the vehicle, please read this owner’s manual in its entirety. This owner’s manual includes operation instructions for every aspect of the vehicle, assembly instructions, as well as instructions for how to deal with possible technical issues.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E 2.1 BEFORE RIDING The user needs to be familiar with the usage and operation of this vehicle before riding. 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. Please do not operate your scooter after consuming alcohol or when you are tired. Please be careful when riding your scooter in low light.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E 2.2 WHILE RIDING ■ Please carry out daily inspections. Refer to the section titled “DAILY CHECKING” ■ Do not move your body out of the vehicle while moving Pay attention that your clothes do not tangle in the wheels. Such action may cause you to lose balance and risk injury and falls.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E ■ Starting and Riding 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 the battery indicator to see whether there is enough power for your journey. If you have any doubts about the remaining battery power, please recharge the batteries before departing. 6.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E ■ 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. 2.3 LABELING Please carefully read all labels on the scooter before riding it. For your future reference, do not remove them. 2. 1. 3. 4. 5. 6.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E WARNING: 1.WARNING LABEL…………… Radio wave sources may affect Scooter or Power chair control Radio wave sources, such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones, can affect powered motorized scooters or power chair. Following the warning listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered scooter or power chair movement which could result in serious injury. 1.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E 2.4 EMI This portion of the content provides the user with basic information that describes the problems with EMI, known sources of EMI, protective measures either to lessen the possibility of exposure to EMI 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 SPORTRIDER.
2. SAFETY N OT I C E Note: Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD player, and cassette players, and small appliances, such as electric shavers and hair dryers, so far as we know, are not likely to cause EMI problems to your powered vehicle.
3. PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Emergency Brake Lever 4. Headlight 7. Rearview Mirror 10. Seat Swivel Lever 13. Floorboard (Deck) 16. Free-Wheel Lever PA R T S I N T R O D U C T I O N 2. Throttle Lever 5. Front Fork 8.Seat Backrest 11. Seat Slide Lever 14. Rear Turn Signal 17.Rear Reflector 3.Front Turn Signal 6. Front Fender 9. Armrest 12. Rear Fender 15. Taillight .
4. O P E R AT I O N 4.1 CONTROL PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Turn Signal Switch 2. Head Light Switch 3. Horn Button 4. Indoor / Outdoor Switch (Hi/Lo) 5. Forward / Reverse Switch 6. Hazard Lights Switch 7. ON/OFF (Ignition) Switch 4.2 INSTRUMENT GAUGES THE SPEED GAUGE DESCRIPTION 1. Speedometer 2. Speed Bar Indicator 3. Current Speed Display 4. Other Functions Display 5. Turn Signal Indicator 6. MODE Button 7. RESET Button THE SPEED GAUGE FUNCTION/ OPERATION MODE BUTTON 1.
4. O P E R AT I O N RESET BUTTON 1. Hold down the RESET button for 2 seconds at the desired screen to be reset (i.e. trip meter). The computer will reset the TRIP, RT or MAX data from stored values to ZERO. 2. Notice that the Odometer data cannot be reset. DISPLAY FUNCTIONS 1. BAR SPD: Graphic Speed Meter It displays the speed up to 80 Km/h or 50 mph. 2. SPD: Speed Meter It displays the digital speed meter reading up to 80.0 KM/H or 50 Mile/H. 3.
4. O P E R AT I O N 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. THE VOLTAGE DISPLAY PANEL DESCRIPTION Voltage Scale Bar Voltage Display Current Voltage & Max. Voltage Display Clock Display Status LED and Error Indicator Headlight Indicator MODE Button RESET Button THE VOLTAGE DISPALY PANEL OPERATION TIME-SETTING Push and hold both MODE & RESET buttons for 2 seconds to go into the time-setting screen.
4. O P E R AT I O N FUNCTIONS 1. Bar Voltage Display It displays the voltage as a graph up to 35 bars (22.5~26V). 2. Digital Voltage Meter It displays the voltage digitally up to 20~30V. 3. Time Clock Displays the Current Time. 4.3 HOW TO OPERATE YOUR SCOOTER ■ Key Switch The SPORTRIDER has a main ignition key switch. The main key switch has two position (ON) : Power is supplied to the SPORTRIDER.
4. O P E R AT I O N ■ Forward / Reverse Switch Select the desired direction (as marked) to go forward or reverse. In reverse mode, a warning buzzer sounds automatically. Releasing the throttle lever going forward or reverse will result in the scooter slowing down and coming to a stop, at which time the electromagnetic brake in the motor/transaxle will be applied (you will hear a click from the rear of the unit).
4 . O P E R AT I O N ■ Braking Electro-magnetic brake: Release the throttle lever completely, the controller will decelerate the scooter to a stop at which point the electromagnetic brake will be activated automatically and the motor/transaxle will be locked. Warning When on a gradient NEVER switch the vehicle to the freewheel mode. The electromagnetic brakes will not be applied. This may result in injury. ■ Seat The seat can be swiveled 90 degrees to either side in 45 degree increments.
4 . O P E R AT I O N Warning Never operate the free-wheel lever while seated on the scooter or on an incline.
5. B AT T E RY C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E 5.1 CHARGING THE BATTERIES 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 port cap on the scooter’s tiller. Then connect the charger’s plug (round) to the charging port. 4. Turn the ON/OFF switch on the charger to the ON position. 5. Both the charger’s red and orange LEDs will be lit during the charging cycle. The charging duration is about 6 - 8 hours.
5. B AT T E RY 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. Use the SPORTRIDER charger only and recharge the battery to its full capacity every time. You may damage the battery and/or the scooter if you use a different charger. Never disassemble or tamper with the charger. Charge in a well-ventilated space where it is not directly exposed to the sunlight.
6 . B AT T E RY C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E 5.3 BATTERY Do not expose the battery to temperatures below 10°C or above 50°C when charging or storing your vehicle. Charging outside the above temperature range can cause the batteries either to freeze or overheat. This will damage the batteries and shorten their life. The batteries are maintenance free and there is no need to refill with water. You are required to recharge the batteries on a regular basis.
6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Suggestions If necessary, ask for help from your dealer for advice about maintaining and replacing the batteries. Suggestions 1. Make sure the terminals are installed properly and with the correct polarity. 2. Do not use the batteries to charge telecom equipment or other items. 3. The battery efficiency will vary with outside conditions; the riding distances will be shorter in the winter.
7. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 6.2 REGULAR INSPECTION RECORD To make sure your scooter is correctly serviced, take it to your dealer for regular maintenance checks. This should be one month after purchase and then at 6-month intervals. Your dealer may charge a fee for this service.
6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Attention 1. When tread depth is below 0.5mm it can easily lead to vehicle slippage, making braking distances longer, therefore, replace the tires as early as possible to prevent accidents. 2. The tire pressure shall be kept at about 35 PSI for the best ride and handling. Attention When conducting maintenance of your vehicle, please turn the power switch to OFF and remove the charger cords.
8. T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N S ■ TROUBLE SHOOTING You can inspect the following before taking you scooter to the dealer. 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 Ensure there is enough power in the batteries. If not, recharge scooter will not move. the batteries. Ensure the free-wheel lever is engaged in the ‘ENGAGE’ position.
8 . T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N S P E C I F I C AT I O N Model Reference SPORTRIDER Dimension (L x W x H mm) (L x W x H inch) 1650mm×780mm×1120mm 65” ×30.7” ×44” Weight ,w/I battery Battery Weight Battery Controller Motor Charger HS:188.5kg / 417.7lbs HD:190.5kg/419lbs 34.23Kg x2 / 75.48lbs x2 100Ah 12Vx 2 DYNAMIC RHINO 160A 4P 1300W 4300rpm DC 24V 8A Off-Board Front Tire 2.75-14 x 1 Rear Tire 2.
Warranty by EV Rider, LLC THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Three (3) years from the date of purchase on all structural frame components; including platform, seat post, and frame. ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY One (1) year from the date of purchase, if any part or electronic component of the Scooter is found upon examination to be defective in material and/or workmanship, it will be repaired or replaced, at EV Rider, LLC’s option, without charge. Labor charges are NOT included.
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