0 Invacare® AurigaAuriga & Auriga& Invacare® 10 Auriga Scooter User Manual Scooter Bedienungsanleitung
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 1.2 2 5 6 4 23 Disengaging Motors ................................................................................................................23 The Control Panel 6.1 18 19 Before driving for the first time..............................................................................................19 Taking Obstacles.....................................................................................................................
6.2 6.3 6.4 7 Adjustment Options 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 8 6.1.2 Status display ...............................................................................................................25 6.1.3 Battery charge display ..................................................................................................26 Driving the Scooter .................................................................................................................27 Diagnostics and Trouble Shooting....................
10.1.1.3 10.1.1.4 Removing a front wheel (3-Wheel Version).............................................................53 Repairing the flat tyre ..............................................................................................54 11 Dismantling the scooter for transport 11.1 11.2 Removing the seat...................................................................................................................56 Removing the batteries and the Drive Unit.......................................
1 Introduction Dear user, First we would like to thank you for purchasing our product! We hope you will enjoy your new Scooter. This manual contains important hints and information on: • Safety • Operation • Care and maintenance. Please take care to read the operating manual thoroughly before starting out on your first journey. This product has been designed to fit the needs of different types of users with different requirements.
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1.2 Type Classification and Area of Use This vehicle has been classified as a mobility product in class C (for outdoor use). It has been successfully tested for its safety according to German and international standards. When equipped with an appropriate lighting system, the vehicle is suitable to be driven on public roads.
2 Safety Notes • 2.
Danger of injury if the On/Off Button is pressed while the vehicle is in motion, due to it coming to an abrupt, sharp stop! • If you have to brake in an emergency, simply release the drive lever, which will bring you to a halt! Only switch the vehicle off while in motion as a last resort! Danger of injury if the scooter is transported in another vehicle with the occupant seated in it! • Never transport the scooter with the occupant seated in it! Danger of injury if maximum permissible load is exceeded! • Do
Danger of injury by moving parts! • Make sure that no injury is incurred by moving parts of the scooter, like wheels or a Seat Lifter, especially when children are around! Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected! • Do not connect any electric devices to your vehicle that are not expressly certified by Invacare® for this purpose! Have all electrical installations done by your authorised Invacare® Dealer! Danger of technical failure and injury if unauthorized spare parts and co
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2.3 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Regulations. However, electromagnetic fields, such as those generated by radio and television transmitters, and cellular phones, can influence the functions of electric vehicles.
2.4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode Danger of injury if the vehicle tips over! • Only ever negotiate gradients of up to the maximum defined in the Technical Specifications and only with the backrest in an upright position, and the seat lifter in the lowest position (if installed)! • Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3rds of the top speed! Avoid abrupt braking or accelerating on gradients! • If at all possible, avoid driving on slippery surfaces (such as snow, gravel, ice etc.
Danger of injury if the vehicle tips over! (Continued) • Never use the vehicle to transport more than one person! • Do not exceed the maximum permissible load! • When loading the vehicle, always distribute the weight evenly! Always try to keep the centre of gravity of the vehicle in the middle, and as close to the ground as possible! • Note that the vehicle will brake or accelerate if you change the Driving Speed while it is in motion! Danger of injury if you collide with an obstacle when driving through na
3 Key features 1) De-clutching lever 2) Release lever for swivelling and removing seat (under the seat on the right) 3) Release lever for seat sliding rail adjustment (under the seat on the right in the front) 4) Primary Charging Socket 5) Key switch (ON/OFF) 6) Throttle 7) Control panel 8) Lever for adjusting the angle of the steering column 9) Handbrake / parking brake (if installed) 18
4 Driving 4.1 Before driving for the first time... Before you take your first trip, you should familiarise yourself well with the operation of the vehicle and with all operating elements. Take your time to test all functions and driving modes. NOTE: If installed, use the restraining systems (seat belts) each time you use the vehicle. Sitting Comfortably = Driving Safely Before each trip, make sure that: • You are within easy reach of all operating controls.
4.2 Taking Obstacles Your Invacare® Auriga/Auriga10 can overcome obstacles and kerbs of up to 8 cm. CAUTION: Danger of Tipping Over! • Never approach obstacles at an angle! • Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle! Driving up over an obstacle • Correct Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head-on. Shortly before the front wheels touch the obstacle, increase the speed and reduce only after the rear wheels have also climbed the obstacle.
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4.4 Parking and stationary When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period: 4.4.1 • Switch the vehicle's power system off (key switch). • Activate the parking brake (if available). Activating and de-activating the parking brake (option) Activating the brake • Pull brake lever (1) and hold it. • While holding the brake lever, press the latching pin (2) down. The brake lever is latched in place. Releasing the brake • 22 Pull the brake lever briefly and let it go.
5 Pushing the scooter by hand The motors of the scooter are equipped with automatic brakes, preventing the scooter from rolling away out of control when the power supply is switched off. When pushing the scooter, the magnetic brakes must be disengaged. 5.
6 The Control Panel 6.
6.1.1 Seat Lifter Button • Press the button to activate the Seat Lifter (if installed). The LED above the button lights up. • Raise or lower the seat using the throttle lever. • Press the button once again to de-activate the Seat Lifter. The throttle lever reverts back to driving mode. NOTE If the Seat Lifter is not lowered entirely, then the speed of the scooter is automatically reduced to lower the risk of tipping over.
6.1.3 Battery charge display • • • All diodes lit: full driving range Only red and yellow diodes lit: decreased drive range. Charge batteries at end of journey. Only red diodes lit / flashing: battery reserve = very low drive range! Charge batteries immediately! NOTE Total discharge protection: After a certain drive time on reserve battery power the electronics switches off the drive automatically and the scooter will be immobile.
6.2 Driving the Scooter • Switch on the power supply (key switch). The displays on the Control Panel light up. The scooter is ready to drive. NOTE If the scooter does not respond after switching on, check the status display (see chapter "Status display" on page 25 and chapter "Diagnostics and Trouble Shooting" on page 28). • Set the driving speed with the speed adjustment knob. • Gently pull the right driving lever towards you to drive forwards.
6.3 Diagnostics and Trouble Shooting The electronics system provides diagnostics information to assist technicians to diagnose and correct faults within the scooter system. The existence of a fault will cause the status light to flash in bursts, separated by a pause. The nature of the fault is indicated by the number of flashes in each burst, also referred to as the Flash Code. Depending on the severity of the fault and impact on user safety, the electronic system will react differently.
6.3.1 Diagnosing Faults Use the following troubleshooting guide if the scooter fails to operate. NOTE Turn the key switch on before beginning any diagnostics. If the Status Light is OFF Check that the key switch is turned ON. Check that all cables are connected correctly.
6.4 Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes Number of flashes 1 2 Fault Impact on Scooter Will drive Battery needs charging Battery voltage Drive inhibited too low Notes • • • Lifter raised 3 Driving speed reduced Battery voltage Drive inhibited too high • • • 30 Battery charge is running low. Recharge the batteries as soon as possible. Battery charge is empty. Recharge the batteries.
Number of flashes 4 Fault Current Limit Time Out Impact on Scooter Drive inhibited Notes • • 5 Brake Fault Drive inhibited • • 6 Out Of Neutral Drive inhibited At Power Up • • 7 Speed Pot Error Drive inhibited • 8 Motor Volts Error Drive inhibited • The scooter has drawn too much current for too long, possibly because the motor has been over-worked, jammed or stalled. Turn the scooter power off, leave it off for a few minutes, and then turn the power back on again.
Number of flashes 9 32 Fault Other Internal Errors Impact on Scooter Drive inhibited Notes • Contact your authorised Invacare® Dealer.
7 Adjustment Options 7.1 Adjusting the angle of the backrest The backrest is held in place by a metal plate on each side. Each plate has 4 holes that are used to set the backrest to different angles. This is done by selecting different combinations of holes. Requirements: • Allen key, 4 mm • Spanner, 10 mm • Remove the screws on both sides of the seat that hold the backrest (1), using the spanner and Allen key. • Adjust the backrest to the desired angle. • Reposition the screws and tighten.
7.2 Adjusting the position of the seat from front to back The lever for adjusting the seat back and forth is located under the seat in the front on the right side. 34 • Pull the lever (1) to release the seat. • Slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. • Release the lever to lock the seat in place.
7.3 Adjusting the width of the armrests The knobs to release the armrests are located in the back, under the seat (1). • Turn the knobs to release the armrests. • Adjust the armrests to the desired width. • Retighten the knobs.
7.4 Releasing the seat so that it may rotated and/or removed The seat can be rotated to the side to ease getting on and off of the scooter. In this position, the seat can also be removed. The lever for releasing the seat so that it can be rotated is located under the seat on the right (1). 36 • Push the lever forward to release the seat. • Rotate the seat to the side. • If desired, firmly grip the seat by the backrest and the front edge and pull upwards to remove it.
7.5 Adjusting the height of the seat The height of the seat can be adjusted to 43, 45, 47, or 49 cm. Requirements: • 2 Spanners, 17 mm • Remove the seat • Remove the cover from the battery and motor compartment. • Remove the bolt that hold the seat post, using the two spanners.
NOTE Do not use the uppermost hole. In this position the seat is too low, and does not have enough clearance above the cowling. 38 • Adjust the seat height. • Reposition the bolt and tighten.
8 Electrical System 8.1 Electronics Protection System The vehicle's electronics are equipped with an overload-protection system. If the motors are put under considerable strain for a longer period of time (for example, when driving up a steep hill) and especially when the ambient temperature is high, then the electronic system could overheat. In this case the vehicle's power is reduced gradually until it finally comes to a halt. The Status Display shows a corresponding error code.
8.1.1 The main fuse The entire electric system is protected against overload by two master fuses. The master fuses are mounted on the positive battery cables. NOTE A defective main fuse may be replaced only after checking the entire electric system. An Invacare® specialised dealer must perform the replacement. 8.2 Batteries 8.2.1 What you need to know about batteries Power is supplied by two 12V gel batteries. The batteries are maintenance-free and only need regular charging.
NOTE Gel batteries are not hazardous goods. This classification is based on the German GGVS Hazardous Goods Road Transport Ordinances, and the IATA/DGR Hazardous Goods Rail Transport / Air Transport Ordinances. Gel batteries may be transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air. Individual transport companies have, however, guidelines which can possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures. Please ask the transport company regarding each individual case.
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The Invacare® Auriga/Auriga10 is equipped with an integrated charger. The socket for this charger is located on the front of the Battery and Motor Compartment Cover (1). To charge the scooter, you only need to connect it to a mains power supply using the cable supplied with the scooter. Connecting the scooter to a mains power supply • First connect the cable to the scooter. • Then connect the cable to the mains power supply and switch on.
The Invacare® Auriga/Auriga10 can also be charged using an external charger. The charging socket is on rear edge of the Control Panel (1). Connecting the charger • Switch off the Scooter. • Connect the battery charger to the Scooter. • Connect the battery charger to the mains. Disconnecting the charger 44 • First disconnect the battery charger from the mains power supply. • Then disconnect the battery charger from the scooter.
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8.2.3.1 Removing the batteries Requirements: • Wrench 11 mm • Remove the seat. • Remove the battery and motor compartment cover. • Disconnect the main cable harness. • Open the belts that hold the batteries in place (1). • Loosen battery clamp of the blue cable at the negative pole of the battery with the wrench and remove cable. • Loosen the battery clamp of the red cable at the positive pole of the battery with the wrench and remove cable. • Repeat procedure on the other side.
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9 Care and maintenance NOTE: Have your vehicle checked once a year by an authorised Invacare® dealer in order to maintain it's driving safety and roadworthiness. Cleaning the vehicle When cleaning the vehicle, pay attention to the following points: 48 • Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent. • Do not use any abrasive or scouring liquids. • Do not subject the electronic components to any direct contact with water. • Do not use high-pressure cleaning devices.
Seat and backrest padding: • Check for perfect condition. Tyres: • Have tyres checked for specified air pressure (2,5 bar). Front wheels • Front wheels must spin smoothly. • If wheels wobble or do not spin easily, adjust steering pivot pin or front wheel bearing. Rear wheels: • Test wheel for firm seat on the axle drive shaft. • Rear wheels must spin without wobbling Electronics / Electrical System: • Check all plug connections for condition and firm connection.
10 Repair Instructions The following are instructions on repairs that can be performed by the user. For the specifications of spare parts please see "Technical Specifications" on page 59, or consult the Service Manual, available from Invacare®. In case you require assistance, please contact your Invacare® Dealer. 10.
10.1.1 Repairing a flat tyre (pneumatic tyres type 260 x 85) 10.1.1.1 Removing a rear wheel Requirements: • Spanner 19 mm • Rubber hammer • Jack the vehicle up and place a block of wood underneath it to prop it up. • Remove the nut that secures the wheel (1) using the 19 mm spanner. • Remove the wheel, using the rubber hammer to coax it off of the axle by gently hitting it on the rear side. Having trouble removing the wheel? You might need to use a special tool.
10.1.1.2 Removing a front wheel (4-Wheel Version) Requirements: • Allen key 6 mm • Rubber hammer • Jack the vehicle up and place a block of wood underneath it to prop it up. • Remove the nut that secures the wheel (1) using the 6 mm Allen key. • Remove the wheel, using the rubber hammer to coax it off of the axle by gently hitting it on the rear side. Re-assembly Re-assembly is done in reverse order.
10.1.1.3 Removing a front wheel (3-Wheel Version) Requirements: • 2 Spanners, 17 mm • Tilt the scooter over on it's side. • Remove the bolts that hold the wheel (1) using the two spanners, then remove the wheel from the fork. Re-assembly Re-assembly is done in reverse order. Make sure that the wheel runs in the same direction it did before it was removed.
10.1.1.4 Repairing the flat tyre Requirements (General) • Repair kit for inner tubes or an new inner tube. • Talcum powder • Socket spanner, 13 mm Requirements (3-Wheel Version - front wheel): • Allen key, 6 mm 54 • Remove the valve cap. • Let the air out of the tyre by pressing the pin in the centre of the valve in. • Remove the 4 nuts (1) from the rear of the wheel using the 13 mm spanner (3-Wheel Version - front wheel: counter the bolts from the other side using the 6 mm Allen key).
Did the old inner tube get wet during repair? In case the old inner tube is to be repaired and used again, and it gets wet during repair, then it is easier to re-fit it if you powder it lightly with talcum powder. • Place the rim halves in the tyre from the outside. • Pump up the tyre a little. • Re-position the screws and nuts that hold the rim together and tighten them firmly. • Check to make sure that the tyre is squarely in place on the rim.
11 Dismantling the scooter for transport To dismantle the scooter for transport, proceed as follows: • Remove the seat • Remove the batteries • Remove the drive unit The scooter is re-assembled in reverse order. 11.1 Removing the seat The lever for releasing the seat so that it can be rotated and removed is located under the seat on the right (1). 56 • Push the lever forward to release the seat. • Rotate the seat to the side.
11.2 Removing the batteries and the Drive Unit • After removing the seat, proceed to remove the cover from the battery and motor compartment Cover. It is held in place with Velcro strips, so you only need to pull it upwards to remove it. 11.2.1 Removing the batteries For instructions on how to remove the batteries see chapter "Removing and fitting batteries" on page 45.
11.2.2 Removing the Drive Unit WARNING: Danger of injury by moving parts! • The release lever for the drive unit is under tension! When releasing the drive unit be very careful not to get your hands or feet caught underneath the chassis of the scooter, or in between any moving parts! To release the drive unit, first you need to remove the securing pin that prevents the release lever from opening accidentally. 58 • Remove the pin (1) that secures the latching mechanism.
12 Technical Specifications 3-Wheel Version Electrical System Motor (6 km/h) Motor (10 km/h) Batteries • • • • Main battery fuse • (6 km/h) Main battery fuse • (10 km/h) Charger • Weight Empty weight (including 30 Ah batteries) Weight of heaviest part Maximum load (payload) 4-Wheel Version 230 W 295 W Standard: 2 x 30 AH Option: 2 x 40 AH 30A • • • • • 60 A • 60 A 230 W 295 W Standard: 2 x 30 AH Option: 2 x 40 AH 30A On board, Input 230V AC, Output • On board, Input 230V AC, Output 3 3 A, 24V DC f
Dimensions Height Width Length (w/o bumpers and anti-tippers) Seat height (measured from the chassis, manually adjustable) Backrest height (w/o headrest) Backrest height (with headrest) Backrest angle (manually adjustable) Seat width Seat depth Armrest height Tyres Tyre pressure if fitted with pneumatic tyres 60 3-Wheel Version 4-Wheel Version • 120 cm* • 61 cm* • 120 cm* • 120 cm* • 61 cm* • 122 cm* • 43, 45, 47, 49 cm* • 43, 45, 47, 49 cm* • 44 cm* • 44 cm* • 63 cm* • 63 cm* • 0°, 10°, 15°, 30
Driving attributes Speed (6 km/h) Speed (10 km/h) Safe climbing capability Maximum obstacle height Minimum turning radius Range according to ISO 7176 ** 6 km/h version with 30 Ah batteries: 6 km/h version with 40 Ah batteries: 10 km/h version with 30 Ah batteries: 10 km/h version with 40 Ah batteries: 3-Wheel Version 4-Wheel Version • 6.4 km/h (4 mph) • 10 km/h (6,2 mph) • up to 120 kg load: 12° (21%) • up to 150 kg load: 10° (17%) • 8 cm • 120 cm • 6.
13 Inspections Performed It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the Service and Repair Instructions have been properly performed. The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the Service Manual which is available through Invacare®.
English Order No. of this Manual: 1418468.DOC Release Date: 08.07.
