R AT T man ead al ENTI ual l par ON b ts you efore o in thi s r sc oot peratin er g FR510DXs2b FR168-3X/ FR-168-3Xs FR510DXX/ FR510DXXs/FR510DXXsb USERS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOREWORD Using your Freerider product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions and instructions in this manual. Using your Freerider Scooter safely also depends upon your good judgment and / or common sense, as well as that of your Provider, Carer or Health Professional. Always think safety! Please read and follow all instructions in this Users Instruction Manual before attempting to operate your Freerider Scooter for the first time.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Scooter supplied has fitted as standard High / Low speed switch,for safe driving on footpath or the following features: roads Rear-wheel drive via sealed drive axle Automatically controlled charging system 50 A/H sealed non-maintenance lead-acid batteries. Front and rear Suspension Captain-style seat with folding backrest,adjustable width Front and rear lights.
FR168-3X/FR168-3XsFEATURE GUIDE 1 Steering handlebars 2 Driving mirror 3 Console 4 Charging socket 5 Basket 6 Front light 7 Direction indicator lights 8 Front and rear bumper 9 Floor mat 12 2 3 1 5 4 11 6 8 10 Pneumatic wheels with grey tyres 11 Rear lights and indicators 7 8 12 Adjustable angle seat with backres 9 10 FR510DXX/FR510DXXs/FR510DXXsb FEATURE GUIDE 1 Steering handlebars 2 Driving mirror 3 Console 4 Charging socket 5 Basket 6 Front light 7 Rear bumper
PURPOSE OF YOUR FREERIDER SCOOTER Your Scooter is a 'Class 2' (B) * vehicle and designed for pavement use at up to 4m.p.h. And for roads at up to 8m.p.h. To drive a Scooter you must be aged 14 years or over, be suffering from some physical disability and capable of reading a car's registration number at 12.3metres(40ft).Do not drive your Scooter if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication that may affect your ability. If you are in doubt consult your doctor.
15. Do not drive when under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs which may impair your safety. 16. Do not climb or descend kerbs that exceed the maximum dimension detailed under technical specification (see page34) of this manual. Do not turn when negotiating kerbs. 17. Always approach obstacles at low speed. 18. Always approach obstacles straight. 19. Always stop fully before changing direction(forward or reverse). 20. Always keep your feet on the vehicle when driving. 21.
The following are just some of the features that will enhance your driving. with extensive self-checking circuits to give you the maximum 'state-of-the-art' safety technology. Two Fully automatic electronic braking systems together with independent manually operated front wheel brakes gives the driver confidence in any environment.
4. Seat Slide Adjustment: (Fig 4).Located on the right front side of the seat. This lever allows you to adjust your seat forwards and backwards when sitting on the seat. Simply pull up the lever and move in the desired position backwards by pushing or forward by hitching. As soon as the lever is released, the seat will lock into the new position. Caution: Test that the seat has fully locked by hitching backwards and forwards.
take great care when going up steep slopes or kerbs, always lean forward to achieve the best stability for your Scooter. Do not drive up a slope greater than 5 if your backrest is positioned at the 120 position. Failure to observe this warning may put you in a dangerous situation. 7. 8.
gentle operation, and clockwise towards maximum to increase your speed. NOTE: When attempting to climb obstacles, you will need to set the dial to a high setting. Remember the higher position you set your speed dial to, the faster your Scooter will travel.
is moving. Failure to observe this warning will result in the motor brake being applied suddenly and placing you in a dangerous situation. you reverse speed direction. Warning: Do not attempt to operate the right and left lever simultaneously, failure to observe this warning may distort the lever system and could put you at risk.
The brake lever for convenience can be locked in the 'brake applied' position. To permanently lock the lever on, simply apply the brake and flick down the 'locking latch' (see fig 14) which is situated at the pivot end of the manual brake lever. To release the lever simply squeeze the 'manual brake lever' and the locking latch will automatically release. Warning: Do not drive your Freerider Scooter with the manual brake applied.
SAFET Y INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS GENERAL Warning: It is critical that the pressure in the pneumatic tyres is maintained at all times. Failure to observe this warning may result in a serious failure of the tyre or wheel, causing serious personal injury and/or damage to your Scooter. Warning: Do not attempt to operate your new Freerider Scooter for the first time without completely reading and understanding all of the facts in this Users Instruction Manual.
Avoid long and unsafe grass that can become tangles in the running gear or may hide debris and holes. Avoid loosely packed sand and gravel. If you feel unsure about a driving surface, please anticipate and avoid that surface. Always avoid kerbs if possible use 'cut-outs' in pavements. BRAKING Your Freerider Scooter is equipped with one powerful electronic brake systems, and an emergency manual system: 1.
vehicle. Personal injury may result. Warning: Always make certain that your Scooter is properly secured when being transported. Failure to comply may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Scooter. Mild soap and water to remove all ingress of salts. Do not use a power hose. Do not operate your Scooter if it has been exposed to moisture until has been thoroughly dried out. Warning: If your Scooter is fitted with a canopy (cab) avoid gale force winds i.e.
INCLINES STAIRS AND ESCALATORS More and more modern buildings are designed with disability access in mind. Ramps have specified percentage of inclination, designed for easy and safe access. Some ramps may have turning switchbacks (180 degree turns) that require you to have good cornering skills on your Scooter. Warning: Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator.
SAFET Y WARNING & INSTRUCTION L ABELS The following labels are positioned on your Freerider, they communicate important warnings or instructions regarding the safe operation of your scooter. Please familiarize yourself with their location.
with complete stability. Practice in an open area, until you are proficient. Please remember that your Freerider Scooter is a long vehicle, please take this into consideration when making a turning manoeuvre. In some circumstances you may need to make several manoeuvres to completely change direction i.e. Three point turn. Reversing requires attention. Be sure your 'Speed Adjustment Dial' and 'Hi-Lo' switch are set to minimum before you reverse, push the left thumb reverse control lever (Fig 12, page 11).
Caution: Remember your Freerider Scooter is a large vehicle and in some situations it may be too long or wide to manoeuvre through some doors or walkways. CONTROL OVER STATIONARY OBSTACLES Stationery obstacles (steps, kerbs etc) must be avoided where possible. Your Scooter has a ground clearance of 9cm (3.5"). Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges and/or drop-offs such as kerbs, stairs, etc.
3. Weather conditions; wet slippery surfaces can be dangerous. Always avoid these situations if possible. Always have the anti-tipping wheels fitted to your Scooter (Fig 19) .They are an important part of your Scooters design and reduce the likely hood of backward tipping. Note: If your Scooter wheels have been fitted with a solid puncture resisting inserts then kerb climbing must be avoided. Freerider do not recommend these inserts as they reduce the pneumatic suspension properties of your Scooter.
LOADING YOUR SCOOTER 1. Remove your seat or fold down the backrest as necessary. 2. Lower the steering handlebars sufficiently to allow the handlebars clearance under the top of your tail gate entry, lock handlebars into position with black locking lever. 3. Set you 'Hi/Lo' speed switch into 'Lo' position(see fig 11 No.2, page9) 4. Set your speed 'min-max' adjustment dial (see fig11 No.1) to a suitable power output to climb the ramp angle safely. 5.
release it from its mounting tube (fig 1,page7). 3. Lift up the rear cover, disconnect the rear light plug and socket (See Fig 21), please safely to one side. Note the cover is secure by velcro tyre material at each. side at the front and in the centre. Unfasten the battery straps (fig.22) by parting velcro fastening. 4. Battery Plugs: Disconnect the two 'grey' shrouded battery plugs by gently pulling apart. These plugs are polarized and only be fitted together one way.
Other hand, lift the seat post vertical until the front and rear sections have separated. NOTE: This operation is made easier if you first lower and lock the tiller. You will find the front section is better balanced in this position. HOW TO RE-ASSEMBLE YOUR SCOOTER Your Scooter is very easy to re-assemble once you reach your destination.
BATTERIES & BATTERY CHARGING BATTERY INSTALLATION Your Freerider Scooter is equipped with two maintenance free 12 volt batteries. The batteries are linked together by wiring cables to supply the electronic system with 24 volts of power Grey plugs velcro strap Warning: It is imperative that the two batteries are connected correctly to prevent a short circuit between the two batteries. FIG 33 When first installing the batteries follow these assembly instructions.
YOUR GUIDE TO SAFE AND LASTING BATTERIES 'Charge Complete' light on the face of your Charger illuminates. When your battery's voltage is very low, the Charger will work extremely hard to replenish the spent energy. This is called the 'Bulk Charging' stage. As the battery voltage approaches 90% of the full charge capacity, the Charger reduces is output for the final stage of the re-charge cycle.
2. If you use your vehicle infrequently (once a week or less) you should charge it at least once per week until the green 'Charge Complete' light illuminates. Remember: Keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging them. 3. Storing batteries: Batteries should always be stored fully charged. Check once a month and recharge fully if needed. Sealed batteries can hold their charge for approx. 6 months. Always disconnect battery leads.
4. Always handle batteries carefully, they are heavy, it may require two people for lifting. Wear protective gloves and glasses when handling. 5. Dispose of worn out batteries carefully, contact your local waste disposal authority. CARE & MAINTENANCE treated to prevent further attack from the elements. Wash regularly if contact is made with road or sea salt, this is very corrosive. Your Scooter like any other electro-mechanical machine will benefit from regular servicing by your Freerider dealer.
the transmission as this will contaminate the original lubrication and will invalidate your guarantee. Caution: Take care when lifting the transmission, keep well away from clothing. It is normal to find a light film of lubrication around this part. MOTOR BRAKES Safety Note: For your own safety, we recommend that you check the function of your Scooter brakes prior to a journey.
Note: The rear wheel hubs are located to the drive axle by a steel key. If the hubs need removing for service, you will first need to remove the hub centre nut with a 19mm spanner. Please note the hub fits firmly onto the drive axle, removal of the hub will be aided with the use of a suitable 'puller' tool. in an uncomfortable ride. Underinflation will result in poor battery and motor performance.
WEEKLY Check the following and adjust as necessary: Arm rest tightening knobs (see page 7 ) Tyre pressures (see technical specification page 36) Battery fastening strap (see page21) Allow battery charger to go through a full recharge cycle until the green light is illuminated (see page 24-28 ) Clean paintwork with auto shampoo. Do not use a high pressure hose. Wax painted and bright metal parts. SIX MONTHS Check and adjust as necessary: Tyre wear, replace as necessary (minimum tread 0.
HANDLE BAR BEARINGS The handle bar bearings are NOT 'Sealed for life' and may require lubrication with a general purpose bearing grease on an annual basis. The bearings which control the movement of the steering handle bar may need to be adjusted if up and down movement is noticed in your steering handle bars. The bearings are accessed by lifting the back rubber cover at the base of your handle bars and the front body cover.
Body cover of your Scooter ( see fig 41). The in-built micro-controller continually monitors the Freerider Scooter's systems to ensure safe and reliable operation. 2. Check the freewheel lever is fully engaged (see page 12 ). If it is engaged you should not be able to push your machine. If disengaged, 9 bars will flash on your battery condition mater with the speed lever pressed.
SPEED CONTROLLER OVERLOAD PROTECTION The original manufacturer's settings for this Scooter are: The Freerider Scooter's speed controller incorporates a current limit thermal protection circuit which is activated when the working temperature of the control unit exceeds a predetermined safe limit.
Three fuses are located below the Scooter rear body cover ( see fig 44 ) the fuses are positioned in black plastic housings which are sealed by hinged lids. For access to the fuses, following the removal of your seat Working fuse and rear body cover, lift the fuse block from it's mounting. Blown fuse(replace) FIG 43 Lift up the appropriate fuse lid and withdraw the 'blown' fuse. Replace the blown fuse with identical rated fuse, close fuse lid and replace fuse block onto mounting.
CLASSIFICATION Type 'B' (EN12184 : 1999) Class 3(The use of invalid carriages on the highway regulations 1988) Maximum safe climbing angle: 10 with 350ls (160kg) rider Safety Note: The safe climbing angle is measured with the seat backrest to their fullest extent, with a rider weight of 350lbs (160kg). The motor on your Scooter is powerful and may be able to climb a steeper incline than the maximum safe climbing angle. Exceeding the safe climbing angle may put you at risk of injury.
CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM BLACK RED RED BLACK GREY CONNECTORS GREY CONNECTORS BLACK CIRCUIT BREAKER BLACK RED RED BLACK RED CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS 36
ADVISORY SAFET Y NOTICE Modifying your Freerider Scooter may make it more susceptible to interference from radio wave sources. Note: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of your powered Scooter. 5. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to your Freerider supplier, noting if there is a radio wave source nearby. He will then be able to diagnose your Scooter to eliminate any possible Scooter component failure.
CODE OF PRACTICE FOR CLASS 3 VEHICLE USERS - an audible warning instrument (horn); - a rear view mirror; - an amber flashing light if a 4-wheeled vehicle is used on an unrestricted dual carriageway. i.e. a dual carriageway road having a maximum speed in excess of 50 mph. If these conditions are not met, you are liable to prosecution by the police.
WHAT 'RULES OF THE ROAD' SHOULD I FOLLOW? HOW TO DEAL WITH ROAD JUNCTIONS AND ROUNDABOUTS? Class 3 vehicles should not be used if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication that may affect your driving ability. If you are in any doubt, consult your doctor. Take extra care at junctions. When going straight ahead at road junctions, check to make sure there are no vehicles about to cross your pat.
FREERIDER SCOOTER SPARE PARTS The following list of components can be purchased from your local Freerider Agent from whom you purchased your Scooter. Quoting model code FR510DXs2b/FR510DXX/FR510DXXs/ FR510DXXsb/FR168-3X/FR168-3Xs Your Scooter is an electro-mechanical machine. Some of its consumable components will need replacing due to normal wear and tear. PART number DESCRIPTION Control Console Assembly Control Console Assembly Control Console Assembly Handlebar Grip (P.V.C.
OPTAINAL ACCESSORIES For information regarding these optional accessories please contact your Authorised Freerider Agent. Warning The all-weather canopy must not be used in Warning: high wind conditions. Note: The rear mounted storage items( )cannot be used when an All-weater Canopy is fitted. Note: Accessories illustrated are displayed on various models of Freerider Scooters. Warning: The rear basket and crutch /can holder will extend the dimensions of your Scooter. Please allow for this when turning.
GUARANTEE TERMS PAINT WORK: This guarantee does not cover deterioration of paintwork resulting from the lapse of time i.e. natural fading. It is the users responsibility to clean and protect the painted surfaces. GUARANTEE TERMS Please keep a note of your serial No. ............................... (This is located on a plate on the front frame tube, under the front body cover).
SERVICE HISTORY This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your Freerider Scooter. Should you decide to seel or exchange your Scooter in the future this will prove most helpful to you.Your Service agent will also benefit from a documented record and this book should accompany the Scooter when service or repair work is carried out. The service agent will complete this section and return the book to you.
SERVICE HISTORY This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your Freerider Scooter. Should you decide to seel or exchange your Scooter in the future this will prove most helpful to you.Your Service agent will also benefit from a documented record and this book should accompany the Scooter when service or repair work is carried out. The service agent will complete this section and return the book to you.
SERVICE HISTORY This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your Freerider Scooter. Should you decide to seel or exchange your Scooter in the future this will prove most helpful to you.Your Service agent will also benefit from a documented record and this book should accompany the Scooter when service or repair work is carried out. The service agent will complete this section and return the book to you.
YOUR LOCAL DEALER FREERIDER CORP Head Quarter and Kaohsiung Facility: 181 Ta-Te 1st Rd,Kang-Shan Town,Kaohsiung,820,Taiwan TEL:886-7-6223093 FAX:886-7-6230307 Taipei office: 24 Nan-Shan Rd,Chung Ho City, Taipei 235, Taiwan TEL:886-2-22480666 FAX:886-2-22401753 E-mail:sales@freerider.com.tw http://www.freerider.com.tw Freerider has a policy of continual improvement. We reserve the right to change specification without prior notice.
