Little Star 4 Wheel Scooter Owner’s Manual EN G S LI H
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Contents Introduction page 1 Guarantee page 2 How to use this manual page 3 General warnings page 4 - 8 EMC (EMI) warnings page 9 - 10 Features page 11 Safety warnings & user guidance page 12 - 17 Tiller control functions page 18 - 19 Operating your scooter page 20 - 22 Guidance for safe operation & use page 23 - 24 Batteries & charging page 25 - 29 Routine maintenance page 30 Specifications page 31 Troubleshooting page 32 40 Iss 1
Introduction Thank you for choosing a Sunrise Medical scooter. Before using your scooter 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 scooter please contact your local Sunrise Medical Service Agent. If you have any other questions please write to the address below.
Guarantee Your guarantee 7 The above warranty conditions apply to all scooter parts for models purchased at full retail price. The guarantee form is supplied with this manual, please fill in the relevant details to register and activate your warranty. 8 Under normal circumstances, no responsibility will be accepted where the scooter has required repair or replacement as a direct result of:- THIS IN NO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your scooter. This Owner’s Manual will familiarise you with the scooter and its features. It contains guidance on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the warranty. Your scooter will reach you in excellent condition having been personally inspected before leaving our premises.
WARNINGS DO NOT OPERATE THE SCOOTER BEFORE READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT ABOUT THE MEANING OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS, OR ANY OF THE CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR RELEVANT TECHNICAL PERSONNEL. FAILURE TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE SCOOTER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN AN UNEXPECTED RESPONSE FROM THE EQUIPMENT WHICH CAN IN TURN LEAD TO POSSIBLE INJURY OR DAMAGE.
GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL & OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES Drive profiles should only be adjusted by healthcare professionals and approved agents/dealers, who are totally conversant with the process. They must also fully understand the user’s capabilities and the user’s ability to operate the scooter safely. Incorrect settings may cause injury or damage to the user, bystanders, the scooter and/or nearby property.
GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL & OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES DO NOT operate the mobility scooter without first checking that it is safe to do so. Always be aware of your surroundings. DO NOT attempt to use your mobility scooter without first checking that all wiring harnesses are connected and all detachable parts/assemblies are correctly aligned and firmly fixed in place. DO NOT use your mobility scooter without the anti-tipper wheels attached.
GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL & OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES The rear body panel, (where fitted), is designed to cover the Drive Assembly, Wiring Harness and Electrical Connectors. This panel should only be removed by an authorised Sunrise dealer. DO NOT stand on any of the body panels, only the footboard. DO NOT stand on the scooter seat. DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the scooter seat without first checking that it is LOCKED into position.
GENERAL WARNINGS PERSONAL & OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES Check that all electrical connections are secure before using your scooter. DO NOT under any circumstances, disconnect, cut, extend or otherwise modify ANY of the wiring harnesses installed within or connected to your mobility scooter. DO NOT under any circumstances, disconnect, cut, extend or otherwise modify ANY of the wiring harnesses installed within or connected to your mobility scooter battery charger.
EMC (EMI) WARNINGS CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTRO MAGNETIC CONTAMINATION, (EMC) ON YOUR MOBILITY SCOOTER. SOMETIMES THIS EFFECT IS ALSO KNOWN AS ELECTRO MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE, (EMI). EMC, (EMI), FROM RADIO-WAVE SOURCES.
EMC (EMI) WARNINGS 3. Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as commercial broadcast transmitters, (radio and TV broadcast antenna towers) and amateur (HAM) radios. Note: Other types of hand-held devices such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, cassette players and small appliances, such as electric shavers and hair dryers, are not likely to cause any EMC problems to your mobility scooter. Mobility scooter electromagnetic contamination, (EMC).
Features SEATING PAGE 16 WIDTH ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS PAGE 17 CONTROL POD PAGE 18-19 BASKET PAGE 24 BATTERY PACK PAGE 25-29 FREEWHEEL LEVER PAGE 20 TILLER LOCK PAGE 17 TYRES PAGE 30 Photo 1 Iss 1 11
Safety warning and user guidance Getting on to your scooter 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Ensure that the on-off switch or key switch is turned to the off position. Stand at the side of the scooter, facing forwards. Pull the armrest upwards until vertical. Make sure that the seat is secure, with the backrest upright. Steady yourself with your right hand on the tiller and place your right foot onto the floorboard. 6. Gently lower yourself into the seat. 7.
Safety warning and user guidance General safety warnings Kerb climbing Safety is important with any vehicle that is power driven. Below are some essential tips to safeguard your use. These are not conclusive and should be read in conjunction with the sections which explain how to adjust, operate and maintain your vehicle. Do not attempt to mount or dismount kerbs in excess of 25mm (1”). Always cross the road with caution taking the safest and most direct route.
Safety warning and user guidance Lifting heavy or bulky components Seat: 1. Stand at the side of the seat and fold the backrest down (Photo 2). 2. Unscrew the seat locking bolt by turning it anti - clockwise (Photo 3). 3. Carefully remove the seat by pulling it forwards and up towards the top of the tiller, keeping your back straight and bending your knees (Photo 4). 4.
Safety warning and user guidance Batteries Tyres Always check the batteries are sufficiently charged before setting off. Your scooter has solid tyres all round. They do not require inflation. It is good practice to inspect the tyres for damage or wear, regularly. Always ensure that your batteries are in good condition and that no leakage has occurred. Emergency Braking Turning off the power switch whilst moving will switch off the power causing immediate and full braking.
Safety warning and user guidance Transportation Use of mobile phones When transporting the scooter remove seat and lower the tiller. The battery should also be removed to make the parts lighter. Always stow your scooter in the luggage compartment of your vehicle. Always ensure your scooter or scooter parts are securely anchored when being transported. Do not sit on your scooter whilst it is being transported in or on another vehicle. Do not attempt to carry passengers on your scooter.
Safety warning and user guidance Armrest Adjustment The width of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the two thumbwheel knobs located under the seat base, moving the armrests to the desired position and retightening the thumbwheel knobs. Tiller Adjustment The scooter features a folding tiller which allows you to fold the tiller down fully, for transportation and stowage. The tiller release knob is located on the front of the tiller at the bottom. 1. Support the tiller with your left hand (Photo 10).
Tiller control functions Hand Controls All of the drive controls for the scooter are to be found on the Tiller Control Panel (Photo 13). The Pre-set Speed Knob Turning this knob to the left, reduces your available maximum speed. Turning it to the right, increases the available maximum speed. The Battery Gauge This gives an approximation of battery charge. The gauge is marked from “E” empty, to “F” full. For extra clarity there is a coloured graduated scale ranging from RED, (E) through YELLOW to GREEN, (F).
Tiller control functions Throttle Lever The throttle lever offers finger-tip control of your scooter, (Photo 13). It controls the speed as well as forward and reverse motion. Pulling the right-hand side of the lever towards you moves the scooter forwards. Pulling the left-hand side of the lever towards you moves the scooter in reverse and sounds a reversing beeper. The more you move the lever, the more your speed increases up to its preset maximum.
Operating your Scooter Freewheel mechanism A freewheel device disengages the power drive to allow manual operation (Photo 14). The freewheel is selected by pulling up the lever which is located at the rear of the scooter. Once freewheel has been selected, the electronic drive control system is disabled to prevent driving. This is a safety feature to prevent you driving the scooter with the parking brake disengaged. If the Scooter is switched on in freewheel a fast warning beeper sounds.
Operating your Scooter Basic Driving 1. Make sure you are properly seated on the scooter and that the Speed Control knob is turned fully to the left, towards the “Tortoise” icon. Note: Reverse movement of the scooter may not occur when Speed Control Dial is turned fully anti-clockwise and reversing up a slope. 2. Turn the On-Off switch or key to the On position. 3. On tiller, use the throttle lever as described earlier. You will gently accelerate. Release and you will gently stop.
Operating your Scooter Braking To bring the scooter to a standstill simply let go of the throttle control lever. Remember to keep your hands on the handlebars whilst the scooter is braking. Two types of braking are used. (a) Automatic regenerative braking, which slows the scooter to a stop. (b) Automatic braking which will operate a couple of seconds after releasing the control lever and holds the scooter in position, even if you are on a hill.
Guidance for safe operation and use Crossing roads Use on the footpath Your scooter is not capable of mounting and dismounting kerbs and other obstacles in excess of 25mm (1”). Always use pedestrian crossings or drop downs. Be aware that some drop downs may be entrances to driveways. Use caution if this is the case. When using your scooter on the footpath always be aware of pedestrians and situations which might require extra care. For example, young children and pets.
Guidance for safe operation and use Hill climbing Your scooter is designed to travel up or down most reasonable slopes up to 6°. However both hill climbing capability and distance travelled between battery charges will be adversely affected by such things as: 1. The mass of the user. 2. Terrain (e.g. grass or gravel). 3. Steepness of hills. 4. Level of charge and the age of the batteries. 5. Extremes of temperature. 6. Use and weight of accessories.
Batteries and charging Maintenance free General information This is the type of battery used in the battery pack. It uses GEL electrolyte which is totally sealed within the battery’s outer case. As the name implies, no maintenance is required other than regular charging. As the battery case is sealed, you can safely transport this type of battery without fear of acid spilling. Furthermore, they are approved for transportation on aircraft. It is recommended that the batteries are always stored upright.
Batteries and charging Battery pack care plan 7. Do not top up the charge of your batteries during the day. Wait until the evening for a full overnight charge. 1. Only use the approved battery charger compatible with the vehicle to be charged. 2. Charge your batteries over night, regardless of the amount of use your mobility device has had during the day. Caution! 3. Do not interrupt the charging cycle. The scooter can not be operated when being charged.
Batteries and charging The range of your vehicle Most manufacturers of mobility products state the range of their vehicles either in the sales literature or within the Owners Manual. The range stated sometimes differs from manufacturer to manufacturer even though the battery size is the same. We measure the range of our vehicles in a consistent and uniform manner, but variances still occur due to motor efficiencies and overall product load weight. The range figures are calculated to I.S.O.
Batteries and charging Off Board Battery Charger Your scooter is supplied with an off-board charging facility. Please note that only chargers with a capacity of minimum 1.5 Amp and maximum 3 Amp supplied by your local authorised agent should be used. Your battery pack can be charged on or off the scooter. To remove the battery pack please refer to, “Safety Warnings & User Guidance, Batteries”. 1. Switch your scooter off at the tiller power switch. 2. Remove the battery pack from the scooter (if required).
Batteries and charging Off Board Battery Charger Charge Socket The 1.5 Amp, off-board battery charger has a status indicator which tells you when your battery pack is fully charged, (Photo 21). There are three (3) possible indications: Reset Button 1. OFF = Not connected / fault. 2. RED = Charging. 3. GREEN = Fully charged. Photo 20 Press Tab to release cable Please note that the scooter cannot be driven during charging.
Routine maintenance Battery charge check (Fig. D) Look at battery charge indicator on tiller before use to ensure batteries are fully charged. O N TH LY Annually M Six Monthly X Quarterly SI Monthly The checks below can be carried out by the user Weekly There is no service manual available. Maintenance, fault finding and servicing should be carried out by an authorised agent unless otherwise indicated.
Specifications PARAMETER Little Star (4 Wheel) LENGTH REAR WIDTH HEIGHT MAX. USER WEIGHT BATTERY PACK MAX SAFE ANGLE TURN RADIUS SEAT - BASE HEIGHT MAX SPEED WHEEL SIZE FRONT WHEEL SIZE REAR RANGE OVERALL WEIGHT HEAVIEST PART GROUND CLEARANCE 960 mm (38”) 505 mm (20”) 890 mm (35”) 113kg (250lb) 10 AH 6° 1100 mm (43”) 355 mm (14”) - 410 mm (16”) 4 mph 7" 7.5" 12km/8m 35kg (77lbs) (inc.
Trouble Shooting Guide SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Shortened range Batteries not charged for long enough Charge batteries for eight hours or more Batteries weak and cannot hold charge Replace battery pack Battery pack fault Replace battery pack Charge fault Replace charger Charger loom or plug damaged Contact local mobility dealer Loose connection Check plugs and looms No output from wall outlet Try a wall socket in a different room Fuse in charger mains plug blown Unplug from wall &
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