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REV.2.09.25.15 

              Ventura & Ventura DLX Owner’s Manual 

 

www.drivemedical.com

 

 

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VIII. OPERATION 

 
After your scooter is assembled, and adjustments have been made you are now ready 
to operate your scooter. Refer to the tiller diagram in Section V PARTS for key 
functions. 

The key switch applies power to the control system electronics, which in turn supplies 
power to the motors. Turn the key switch with the key inserted to turn on your 
scooter. 

ATTENTION – Do not use the key switch to stop, or as a brake. Doing so 
may shorten the life of the drive components.  

SUGGESTION – It is recommended you start at the slowest speed setting 
when familiarizing yourself with your scooter controls. Once you feel 
comfortable with the controls, and movement of the scooter you may 
then increase the speed.  

Rotate the speed knob to the lowest speed setting. Engage the throttle, and begin 
steering to drive forward, backward, left or right. If you want to stop the scooter, 
release the throttle and it will automatically return to the center position to stop the 
unit. Once familiar with the controls rotate the speed knob to increase the top speed 
to a comfortable setting. 

When the scooter is turned on, the battery gauge will display red, orange, and green 
indicators: 

Red: Your scooter should be charged as soon as possible. 

Orange: Do not drive your scooter for a long trip. 

Green: Your scooter has full battery capacity. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for VENTURA

Page 1: ...VENTURA VENTURA DLX OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... NOTICES 4 III SAFETY GUIDELINES 6 IV EMI RFI INFORMATION 13 V PARTS 14 VI ASSEMBLY 16 VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 19 VIII OPERATION 22 IX BATTERIES CHARGING 23 X INSPECTION MAINTENANCE 25 XI BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 29 XII SPECIFICATIONS 30 XIII LIMITED WARRANTY 31 XIV ACCESSORIES 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ...these instructions for best practices and to keep your scooter in prime operating order This Owner s Manual includes a repair maintenance record chart and warranty Please keep it in a safe place or with the scooter If someone else uses the scooter please provide a copy of the Owner s Manual for their consideration This Owner s Manual is composed from the product design and specifications at the ti...

Page 4: ...dling batteries Only use sealed lead acid AGM or gel cell batteries in this product Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals electric shock may occur Always replace both batteries at the same time for optimum performance Always make sure the power is turned off when getting in and out of the scooter Always make sure freewheel levers are in the drive position before getting in or out of t...

Page 5: ...ther than an authorized Drive Medical service agent is prohibited and voids any applicable warranty Do not take your scooter on roads or highways Do not operate your scooter when you are tired or after consuming alcohol Be cautious when driving your scooter in busy areas or shopping malls Under no circumstances should the scooter be used as a seat in a motor vehicle Do not attempt to lift your sco...

Page 6: ...ime and carefully maneuver the scooter MODIFICATIONS Do not modify remove disable or add any parts features or functions on your scooter Drive Medical offers a wide variety of accessories for your scooter to help accommodate your needs WARNING Do not modify your scooter in any way doing so will void the warranty SAFETY CHECK ATTENTION Inspect the following components before each use Electrical con...

Page 7: ...GUIDELINES Use caution when approaching inclines or declines if necessary lower the speed before travelling on a slope When travelling up an incline try to keep the scooter moving forward If you must come to a stop use caution and slowly accelerate the scooter forward When travelling down an incline lower the speed on your scooter to the slowest setting and proceed cautiously If the scooter is tra...

Page 8: ...de releases the locking mechanism on the gearbox allowing the scooter to roll freely with or without power Engaged or drive mode secures the locking mechanism on the gearbox preventing the scooter from rolling freely WARNING Never attempt to personally put your scooter in freewheel mode while seated in the unit WARNING Never put the scooter in freewheel mode while on an incline This may cause unco...

Page 9: ...o quickly decelerate the vehicle Park brakes once the scooter comes to a complete stop the park brake activates automatically locking the drive wheels OUTDOOR OPERATION INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS While your scooter is purposed for in home use to assist you in daily living activities Drive Medical understands there are times you need to operate the scooter outdoors and has designed it to perform...

Page 10: ...wing guidelines and diagrams when travelling over a fixed obstacle lower than the maximum ground clearance of your scooter To maneuver up a fixed obstacle Approach slowly and make sure the front of the scooter is perpendicular to the obstacle Increase the forward speed until the scooter has cleared the obstacle and then you may reduce the speed or return the throttle to neutral To maneuver down a ...

Page 11: ...quirement for a safety belt to operate your scooter safely Once determined securely fasten the safety belt WARNING The safety belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle or any other transportation device TRANSFERS Always have an attendant present while transferring in and out of your scooter ATTENTION To reduce the possibility of an injury perform transfers after the following ...

Page 12: ...RNING Never use your scooter while under the influence of alcohol or mind altering substances WARNING Never smoke while seated in your scooter Damaged or worn upholstery increases the risk of fire hazard and should be replaced immediately ATTENTION Be aware of your own physical limitations when familiarizing yourself with the scooter ATTENTION Be aware of precautions warnings and safety issues whe...

Page 13: ...y is capable of achieving an immunity level of 20 V m which provides protection from more common sources of EMI Your scooter with no modifications has an immunity level of 20 V m EMI becomes more intense as you move closer to the source The EMI produced from hand held radios are of special concern It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EMI very close to the scooter s control system...

Page 14: ...y to better understand part references throughout the Owner s Manual 1 Headrest 2 Seat Back 3 Armrests 4 Seat Base 5 Rearview Mirrors 6 Control Panel 7 Basket 8 Tiller Assembly 9 Tiller Adjustment Knob 10 Turn Signals 11 Headlight 12 Front Bumper 13 Seat Swivel Release Lever 14 Seat Post 15 Footboard 16 Accessory Post 17 Tail Lights 18 Freewheel Lever 19 Anti tip Wheels V PARTS ...

Page 15: ...ntrol panel and its functions Familiarize yourself with the terminology to better understand references throughout the Owner s Manual 1 Speed Dial 2 Headlight Button 3 Hazard Light Button 4 Battery Indicator 5 Indoor Outdoor Switch o DLX Only 6 Horn Button 7 Turn Signals Switch o DLX Only 8 Throttle 9 Key Switch 10 Charge Port V PARTS ...

Page 16: ...s to properly set up your scooter Step 1 Loosen and remove the two shroud knobs by hand that secures the rear shroud to the base of the scooter Lift up on the shroud to remove Step 2 Connect red battery connector to the main cable Step 3 Reinstall the scooter s shroud by placing on top of the base and reinstall the two shroud knobs removed in Step 1 VI ASSEMBLY ...

Page 17: ...ing the seat down on the seat post Release the handle and rotate the seat side to side to ensure the seat is locked and facing forward Step 5 Insert the armrests into the attachment points in the seat frame so that the armrests face forward Step 6 Insert and tighten the included star knobs to lock the armrests into place at the desired width VI ASSEMBLY ...

Page 18: ...EV 2 09 25 15 Ventura Ventura DLX Owner s Manual www drivemedical com 18 VI ASSEMBLY Step 7 Affix the headrest to the top of the seat by inserting the headrest posts into the holes in the top of the seat ...

Page 19: ...component weights WARNING Do not make any adjustments while an occupant is seated in the scooter Seat Swivel Adjustment The seat can be rotated and locked in position at 45 intervals Lift up on the handle under the seat and turn the seat to the desired position releasing the handle to lock the seat in place WARNING Return the seat to the forward position before driving Seat Height Adjustment Remov...

Page 20: ...STMENTS Seat Depth The seat depth can be adjusted forward and backward in relation to the tiller Lift up on the seat slide lever adjust to the desired position and release the lever Seat Recline The recline angle of the seat can be adjusted by pulling up on the lever on the side of the seat ...

Page 21: ...ests up or down to the desired height Armrest Width The armrest width can be adjusted by loosening the star knob on the underside of the armrests and sliding the armrests inward or outward to the desired width Armrest Angle The armrest angle can be adjusted by lifting up on the armrest and tightening or loosening the bolt underneath the armrest Tightening will lower the angle and loosening will ra...

Page 22: ...the slowest speed setting when familiarizing yourself with your scooter controls Once you feel comfortable with the controls and movement of the scooter you may then increase the speed Rotate the speed knob to the lowest speed setting Engage the throttle and begin steering to drive forward backward left or right If you want to stop the scooter release the throttle and it will automatically return ...

Page 23: ...rger will show a red or orange light when charging and a green light when fully charged BATTERY BREAK IN To ensure maximum use from your new batteries fully charge the scooter prior to initial use for 8 to 12 hours Operate your scooter until the battery gauge shows half capacity and then give your scooter another full charge for 8 to 12 hours BATTERY MAINTENANCE CHARGING HABITS To ensure maximum l...

Page 24: ...he batteries prior to any trip and plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines SUGGESTION Limit baggage and accessory weight to essential items and maintain an even speed avoiding stop and go driving PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Sealed lead acid AGM or gel cell batteries are designed for use in scooters These batteries are Federal Aviation Administration FAA approved Since there is no danger of spillage ...

Page 25: ...eme heat or cold Keep the scooter clean and free from moisture Never use a conditioner on the tread of the wheels EXPOSURE TO MOISTURE Should your scooter come in contact with water or moisture dry your scooter thoroughly with a towel Allow your scooter to sit in a dry place for 8 to 12 hours to allow unseen moisture to evaporate Check the throttle operation and brakes before using your scooter ag...

Page 26: ... time If you still notice the flat spots after continued use replace the wheels on your scooter immediately SUGGESTION You can place a sturdy platform under the frame of your scooter to bring the wheels off the ground and weight off the wheels This will prevent flat spots from developing while storing your scooter WARNING Improper storage of your scooter may result in permanent damage to the frame...

Page 27: ...ollowing conditions may indicate a serious problem with your scooter Contact your authorized Drive Medical provider if one of the following conditions occurs Motor or gearbox noise Frayed electrical harnesses Cracked or broken connections Uneven wear on the tires Veering to one side Bent or broken wheel assemblies Will not power on Loose seat or seat components SUGGESTION Fill out your authorized ...

Page 28: ...t batteries are free from corrosion Inspect all harnesses to the controller are securely fastened Check the brakes for functionality at lowest speed setting Check the anti tip wheels for wear and contact with the ground while at rest Check for sufficient tread on the tires Check for proper tire inflation if applicable to your scooter Check for proper front wheel alignment 4 wheel scooters only Che...

Page 29: ... and batteries 4 Brake Fault Check the brake connections and wiring 5 Not Used N A 6 Charger Fault Disconnect the charger from the scooter 7 Throttle Fault Make sure the throttle is not engaged when turning on the scooter 8 Controller Fault Check the controller connections and wiring 9 Brake Fault Check the brake connections and wiring 10 High Voltage If driving downhill slow down and turn lights ...

Page 30: ...R PG S Drive 70A BATTERIES 12V x 33AH BATTERY CHARGER 4A Offboard BRAKES Electromagnetic FREEWHEEL MODE YES FRONT WHEELS 10 x 3 Flat Free REAR WHEELS 10 x 3 Flat Free ANTI TIP WHEELS 2 5 WEIGHTS BASE WEIGHT 88 lbs 3 wheel l 99 lbs 4 wheel BATTERY WEIGHT PAIR 44 lbs SEAT WEIGHT 26 lbs Folding l 55 lbs Captain HEAVIEST PIECE WEIGHT 60 lbs 3 wheel l 70 lbs 4 wheel TOTAL WEIGHT 158 lbs 187 lbs 3 wheel...

Page 31: ...warranty provided by the battery manufacturer The following items are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material at the time of delivery If the following items are found to be defective or damaged immediately after the product is removed from the box Drive Medical will repair or replace at its option to the original purchaser free of charge the following items o Plastic shrouds o ...

Page 32: ... warranty There is no other express warranty IMPLIED WARRANTIES Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 1 year from the date of original purchase and to the extent permitted by law Any and all other implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy Liabilities for incidental punitive special and consequential damages ...

Page 33: ...ize oxygen cylinders o Constructed of durable steel o Keeps tank secure with helpful hook and loop fasteners o Sturdy steel construction o Includes hook and loop fasteners to keep your walking aid safely in place Drink Holder Part AZ0060 Seat Cover Part ST205 COVER 18 Armrest Bag Part AB1010 Backpack Part AB1120 o Take your favorite hot or cold beverage with you anywhere o Easily attaches to your ...

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