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DO NOT

 drive your Luggie where you cannot safely or legally walk. OBEY THE 

HIGHWAY CODE.

DO NOT

 drive your Luggie over deep, soft terrain (ie. soft earth, sand, tall grass, 

loose gravel or snow).

DO NOT

 drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs which may impair your 

safety.

Avoid climbing or descending curbs. You may permanently damage the scooter and 
yourself. 

ALWAYS

 use ramps where available.

ALWAYS

 approach small obstacles "straight on" and at slow speed. 

ALWAYS

 keep your feet on the vehicle when driving.

ALWAYS

 proceed carefully while riding, especially as you approach the downgrade 

of a ramp.

ALWAYS

 avoid uneven surfaces.

ALWAYS

 consult your physician if in doubt about your ability to operate the Luggie 

scooter safely.

When transporting your scooter, 

DO NOT

 sit on your Luggie while it is in a moving 

vehicle. 

ALWAYS

 strap down your Luggie and transfer to the vehicle seat. For 

additional details ask the transportation authority of travel for further assistance.

DO NOT

 attempt to remove the seal on the side of the battery. Failure to observe this 

warning will invalidate your battery warranty.

DO NOT

 drive your Luggie through deep water or clean the scooter with power 

washer or compressor hose.

DO NOT

 drive your Luggie through sand or sea water. This is very corrosive for the 

scooter and will cause permanent damage. 

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Please have a safe journey!

Summary of Contents for Luggie Classic

Page 1: ...USER S INSTRUCTION MANUAL USER S INSTRUCTION MANUAL Luggie Classic Smart Fold Easy Go ...

Page 2: ...D Note to the User For your safety and the safety of everyone around you we ask that you read and follow the suggested rules and regulations outlined in this User s Instruction Manual Always think safety first ...

Page 3: ... Safety Instructions And Warnings 13 Safety Warnings Instruction Labels 18 Learning To Get Around 19 Transporting Your Luggie 22 Battery And Battery Charging 24 Frequently Asked Questions 27 Care And Maintenance 31 Basic Fault Finding 35 Technical Specification 38 Luggie Armests Installation Guide 40 Advisory Safety Notices 41 Optional Accessories 42 Warranty Terms 43 Service Record 45 CONTENTS ...

Page 4: ...ustments are included in this manual Follow all recommendations to obtain trouble free safe and enjoyable operation of your Luggie scooter Please remember that when it comes to service and repairs consult your Authorized Luggie Dealer PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3 Luggie standard features The scooter should be serviced by an Authorized Luggie reseller to ensure safe reliable operation For details and a li...

Page 5: ...ng for prolonged periods but has the use of visual and cognitive ability to operate the scooter safely Do not drive your Luggie if you are under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication that may affect your physical or cognitive abilities If in doubt consult your Physician As a motorized pedestrian user should familiarize himself with the current legislation contained within the Highway Code A...

Page 6: ...rigger Transport wheel Front Bumper Front Solid Tire Slip Resistant Mat Tiller Locking Clamp 12 Chassis Locking Release Ring 13 Chassis Hook 14 Charging Socket 15 Battery pack 16 Magnetic Brake Lever 17 Seat Lock Handle 18 Rear Solid Tire 19 Rear Bumper 20 Seat Lock Indicator both red when properly locked 21 Lifting Handle 22 Base of Seat 23 Backrest of Seat 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

Page 7: ...dient outlined for your vehicle Warning For your safety ALWAYS have the anti tipping wheels properly fitted on your Luggie DO NOT carry passengers or exceed the maximum carrying weight DO NOT mount or dismount your Luggie unless it is switched off with the magnetic brake release disengaged brakes locked DO NOT switch your Luggie on with the forward reverse lever wig wag depressed Warning DO NOT ha...

Page 8: ...ramp ALWAYS avoid uneven surfaces ALWAYS consult your physician if in doubt about your ability to operate the Luggie scooter safely When transporting your scooter DO NOT sit on your Luggie while it is in a moving vehicle ALWAYS strap down your Luggie and transfer to the vehicle seat For additional details ask the transportation authority of travel for further assistance DO NOT attempt to remove th...

Page 9: ...your scooter A full technical specification of your Luggie can be found at the rear of this manual A great deal of thought and consideration have gone into the design of your state of the art life changing Luggie scooter Your Luggie will help increase your mobility thus give you more time to enjoy life The Luggie scooter is a compact three wheeled vehicle that will allow you to navigate obstacles ...

Page 10: ...g release ring to your scooter to separate the front and rear chassis Once the front and rear chassis are disengaged guide the scooter down by holding the base of the seat with both hands Refer to the enclosed Quick Start Guide for additional details Your scooter should now look like FIG 2 when unfolded 2 Pull backward on the seat lock handle to adjust the height of the seat while simultaneously l...

Page 11: ...adjust the angle of the tiller To lock the tiller in your desired position simply release the trigger or the black lever 1 Status Light The power switch on your Luggie doubles as the status light indicator When the Luggie is powered on the light on the switch will be illuminated as a solid for the entire duration of the on state When your battery run low in power the status light will flash slowly...

Page 12: ...irection To stop simply release the wig wag lever FIG 8 FIG 9 Warning Do not hang bags or other belongings over the steering handlebars doing so may interfere with the movement of your control lever Failure to observe this warning could put you in a dangerous situation Note Your Authorized Luggie Distributor can modify your vehicle for left hand operation use if requested Warning If you are not an...

Page 13: ...ewheel mode while seated on the scooter Personal injury may result Ask an attendant for assistance Warning Do not place your scooter in freewheel mode while on an incline The scooter could roll uncontrollably on its own causing personal injury Warning Always double check that the freewheel device magnetic bake release lever is disengaged or in the drive position before attempting to drive your sco...

Page 14: ...lease familiarize yourself with their locations on your scooter SAFETY CHECK Get to know the feel of your Luggie scooter and its capabilities We recommend that you perform a safety check before each use to make certain your scooter operates smoothly and safely For details on how to perform these necessary inspections see the Care and Maintenance section of this manual Perform the following inspect...

Page 15: ...ring handlebars tightly and position your feet firmly on the floor board of the scooter Operators who cannot grip the handlebars tightly and or place their feet firmly against the floorboard should avoid traveling at high speed Failure to observe this warning could result in serious personal injury and property damage Always brace yourself firmly when decelerating your Luggie scooter Caution Never...

Page 16: ...ns of the Highway Code Always obey all local pedestrian traffic rules Wait until your path is clear of traffic and then proceed with extreme caution Note Always wear bright or illuminating clothing when driving your scooter Be aware that it may be difficult for pedestrians and other motorized vehicles to see you when you are seated on your scooter Only drive your scooter on the road when public pa...

Page 17: ...ing the armrests for weight bearing purposes Such use may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury and or damage Warning Avoid putting all of your weight onto the floorboard such use may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury Warning Do not overload your scooter at the rear when climbing an incline Always lean forward to provide the best stability and prevent rearward tipping...

Page 18: ... If your scooter descent is quicker than you anticipated allow the scooter to completely stop then progress at a slower speed setting Warning Never drive down an incline at full speed When climbing an incline try to keep your scooter moving If you must stop start up again slowly and then accelerate smoothly with caution Avoid sudden stops and starts Lean forward towards your handlebars to increase...

Page 19: ...ON LABLES Data serial plate located on front wheel cross member Located on top of pull lever Located on middle of chassis Located on middle of chassis Located on front of chassis Located on side of chassis Located on tiller Located on both sides of rear chassis cover Speed control knob Located on top console Located on rear cover Located on tiller 1 2 3 Located on front of chassis Read the owner s...

Page 20: ... are proficient Driving in reverse will require more attention Remember When driving in reverse you have to steer in the opposite direction to the way you want to go Practice in open space as required Please note reverse speed is set to half the forward speed for your safety Remember If trying to make a tight turn turn your steering column or tiller before applying power Steer wide of all corners ...

Page 21: ...ly depress the forward direction wig wag lever The parking brake will release and you will start to move again Remember When you approach an incline it is best to lean forward FIG 12 FIG 13 This moves the center of gravity of your Luggie towards the front of the scooter for improved stability When going down an incline keep your speed slow This will keep you in a safely controlled descent It is re...

Page 22: ...hen ascending an incline and backwards when descending an incline to ensure stability as you drive Caution Never attempt to drive beyond the design capability of your Luggie Observe weather conditions at all time Tires can slip on wet or icy surfaces Caution Do not drive through deep water or leave your Luggie exposed to heavy rain especially during or after wet weather conditions Caution Do not a...

Page 23: ...uggie secured in place lower the seat and tug on the front bumper to transport it into the trunk bed of your SUV or in the passenger side of your car with the seat belt securely around the scooter as pictured 3 With the seat lowered and the scooter completely folded lift Luggie into the trunk or bed of your sport utility vehicle SUV for ease of transport see FIG 15 to FIG 19 Follow these simple in...

Page 24: ...oter to prevent injury Never ride your scooter when loading it into a vehicle failure to observe this warning could put you into a dangerous situation Always make certain your scooter and any ancillary parts are correctly tied down in the transport vehicle to prevent movement during acceleration deceleration and braking Most modern cars have anchor points on the bed of your car trunk SUV to secure...

Page 25: ...or your Luggie FIG 20 It may not be suitable for any other powered mobility product Only use the chargers shipped with your Luggie scooter The use of other chargers may permanently damage your battery and would invalidate the warranty SAFE LASTING BATTERY 1 2 For longest battery life your battery should be re charged when the battery meter indicator is in the red region or after use whenever possi...

Page 26: ...wall socket 1 2 3 4 5 6 If the green indicator is off check the AC input If the AC input works normally the battery charger may be defective If the green indicator is working normally but the charging indicator orange is off the polarity connection may be reversed The output connection may be short or open If the charging indicator orange is still off when charging the battery charger may be defec...

Page 27: ...drive inhibit function on your scooter The scooter cannot be driven when the charger is plugged into your Luggie Avoid exposure to heat when charging your battery 1 2 3 4 5 For longest life of your battery your battery should be recharged after use preferably overnight When storing your Luggie and battery for an extended period fully charge your battery and disconnect the battery from power socket...

Page 28: ...ows you to move in reverse To stop simply let go of the wig wag lever Q Am I able to adjust the speed of my Luggie scooter A You can adjust the speed of your Luggie by adjusting the speed control knob located on the left of the top console When the knob is adjusted to the turtle mode the scooter is at its slowest As you adjust the knob toward the rabbit icon on the speed control knob the speed of ...

Page 29: ...om short circuit Q How do I remove the battery from the battery compartment A To remove the battery from its compartment Unplug the battery connectors before removing the battery pack Q How long will my AGM battery last A The life of your AGM battery will depend on use and care Like any consumable product the battery will deteriorate in performance and reduce in range with time and use Battery ten...

Page 30: ...r you or check with your airline of travel for additional details Note It is recommended that you check with your airline of travel prior to traveling in regard to checking your Luggie scooter Please be advised that different airlines may handle the situation differently How can I ensure maximum battery life Simply put a fully charged battery is a happy battery A fully charged battery will provide...

Page 31: ...important that you follow the steps outlined above for the longevity of your battery How can I get the maximum operating time per charge Rarely do we have the ideal driving situation smooth flat hard terrain with no wind or curves and warm temperatures More often we are presented with hills uneven and loosely packed surfaces curves wind cold and heavy loads Conditions described above will affect t...

Page 32: ... also be used to keep the paint work and bright chrome parts in pristine condition The metal frame work of your Luggie should be cleaned once a year and any paint work damaged should be treated to prevent further attack from the elements Do not store your Luggie in damp conditions This may affect the electronics if left for extended period of time Moisture if left unattended can cause deterioratio...

Page 33: ...dged in the tread of your Luggie tires FIG 22 FIG 22 TIRE SERVICING REAR WHEELS To remove a rear wheel from your Luggie follow the instructions below ONLY COMPETENT PEOPLE SHOULD CARRY OUT THESE PROCEDURES Power off your Luggie Using a suitable body stand lift the side of the vehicle you wish to service off the ground Place the stand under the chassis Care must be taken when lifting heavy loads Yo...

Page 34: ...ler will be able to test your battery for its condition Note Service charge may apply for this service IMPORTANT It is not possible to predict the life expectancy of your battery This is mainly due to the different workloads a battery can be subjected to during your day to day use The life of your battery will be dependent on the following motor loads general service factors care and maintenance w...

Page 35: ...ny exposed parts Replace any damaged axle seals Cycle charge for full operation function Cycle test batteries for operating capacity Ask your Authorized Luggie Dealer for details Note Annual inspection will include weekly semi annual and annual checks listed above LUBRICATION Use a general purpose noncorrosive lubricating fluid i e WD 40 on moving parts All wheel bearings are factory sealed and sh...

Page 36: ...ve times Q What if my Luggie does not slow down or behave erratically A Switch off the power and contact your Authorized Luggie Dealer Warning If you find for any reason your Luggie does not reduce speed when you let go of the wig wag lever power off your Luggie The parking brake will activate immediately and stop your scooter Be aware that the scooter will stop very suddenly Hold onto your handle...

Page 37: ...tors when assembling the scooter after transporting the scooter If your Luggie scooter fails to operate refer to the status fault codes on the following page for reference If in doubt consult the dealer from whom you purchased your Luggie scooter DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE SAFETY VALVES SITUATED IN THE TOP OF THE BATTERY FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING WILL INVALIDATE YOUR BATTERY GUARANTEE SPEE...

Page 38: ...ciated connections and wiring 5 Park Brake Fault Either a park brake release switch is active or the park brake is faulty Check the park brake and associated connections and wiring Ensure any associated switches are in their correct positions 6 Throttle OONAPU Either a Stop function is active or a Charger Inhibit or OONAPU condition has occurred Release the Stop condition seat raised etc Disconnec...

Page 39: ...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 On no account must you attempt to climb an incline of more than 6 degrees This will exceed the rear stability of your scooter Maximum speed up to 4 mph 6 km h 10 dependent on weight and manufacturing tolerances Range range up to 9 6 mil...

Page 40: ...spring activated magnetic solenoid parking brake and freewheel facility Tiller Adjustable locking for driving comfort Speed Control Proportional state of the art design for safety and smooth operation incorporated with Fault diagnosis Seat Contoured adjustable seat with height adjustment Armrest are optional with multiple width adjustments Charger socket Located on the rear chassis cover Complies ...

Page 41: ...40 LUGGIE ARMRESTS INSTALLATION GUIDE ...

Page 42: ...fying your Luggie scooter may make it more susceptible to interference from radio waves sources Note There is no easy way to evaluate overall effect of the above to your scooter Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to your Authorized Luggie Dealer noting if there is a radio wave source nearby Your Authorized Service Technician will then be able to diagnose your scooter to e...

Page 43: ...with optional accessories for your convenience For information regarding these optional accessories listed above please contact your Authorized Luggie Dealer Warning Do not over load accessories as this will affect the weight capacity of your scooter and decrease stability OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ...

Page 44: ...y tires punctures lubrication mats oil seals gaskets screws upholstery motor brushes fuses batteries handgrips etc or to damage to the product caused by misuse neglect or accident This warranty does not apply if your Luggie shows signs of excessive wear and abuse or has been modified without the authority of your Authorized Dealer The following items are not covered by your warranty 1 Any noise or...

Page 45: ...ehicles your Luggie will benefit from regular service inspections to keep it in pristine condition The frequency of these service inspections will depend on the amount of use of your vehicle We strongly recommend you contact your local Authorized Luggie Dealer to arrange for a service visit See Care Maintenance Section of this manual It is recommended that you fully service your Luggie at least ev...

Page 46: ...ul to you Your service agent will also benefit from a documented record This manual should accompany the scooter when service or repair work is carried out The service agent will complete this section and return the manual to you SERVICE RECORD DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE...

Page 47: ...ul to you Your service agent will also benefit from a documented record This manual should accompany the scooter when service or repair work is carried out The service agent will complete this section and return the manual to you SERVICE RECORD DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE...

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