Horizon Mobility Aztec 3 2021, Owner'S Manual

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27/04/2021 29 HZN01/MYN/334
20.1. Storage Temperature and Humidity
Storage Temperature: Min: - 40ºC Max: 65ºC
Relative Humidity ( non - condensing):
Min:5% Max: 95%
Before you travel, please contact the appropriate
carrier. The travel operator will be able to supply
details of any special requirements/instructions.
20.2. Transporting Your Scooter on the Train
If you wish to transport your scooter on the train,
we recommend that you contact the train operator
in advance when planning your journey. Railway
carriages have provision for a “wheelchair” space
where you may be able to sit on your scooter during
the journey. Please note that the overall length of
your scooter may be greater than the available
length of the “wheelchair” space in the carriage.
When planning your journey, you should check with
the train operator that there will be suitable level or
ramped access available to allow you to board the
carriage and the intended “wheelchair” space on
joining and leaving the train and there is suitable
access onto the platform.
We recommend you check with the train operator
that the boarding access is suitable for the com-
bined mass of your scooter and the occupant; the
slope of the access is not greater than the maximum
safe slope of the scooter, any steps or risers are no
greater than the maximum height of the scooter
obstacle climbing height, there is adequate turning
space within the access area to the train and on the
train.
Most train operators will provide suitable assistance
provided that arrangements have been made in ad-
vance. We suggest you carry your Owner’s Manual
and have it ready when planning and travelling on
your journey and when contacting them.
20.3. Other Transport Requirements
The scooter may be transported by road, rail or sea
as luggage. Before you travel, please contact the
appropriate carrier or travel operator. You may be
asked to provide certain information about the
scooter such as the mass and overall dimensions.
This information can be found in the relevant model
table in Section 23.
If the scooter is transported by air, the batteries will
need to be removed as the batteries supplied may
not IATA approved for air travel. Your dealer can, if
required, assist in supplying batteries that are IATA
approved.
If transporting the scooter by road, it will need to be
secured to prevent unintended movement into the
vehicle passengers in the event of a sudden stop.
Your scooter can be secured by attaching suitable
restraints to the front and rear securing points.
20.4. Removal of Part for Transport
Information on the removal of some parts before
travelling, should your travel operator or the carrier
require to do this can be found in Section 11 of this
manual, which you should take with you.
You should also ensure that any detachable parts
e.g. basket, crutches etc. are secured with your
scooter or separately packed and labelled so they
do not get lost during loading or unloading.
20.5. Using a Hoist to Lift Your Scooter
Your scooter, WITHOUT OCCUPANT can be lifted
using two suitably rated straps, plus an “H” frame
constructed of a minimum of 4”x 3” timber sections
should be used.
CAUTION!
•
The approximate maximum mass of the Aztec
is 150Kg so each strap should be rated to a
minimum of 150kg. The hoist and “H” frame,
should also be capable of lifting a minimum of
150kgs. DO NOT attempt to lift the scooter
using the seat or tiller.
•
The scooter should be switched off before
hoisting and the keys removed.
•
Ensure the straps are the same length and are
placed evenly so that the scooter is lifted
evenly.
•
Never attempt to lift the scooter with an occu-
pant seated.
20.6. Longer Term Storage
When storing your scooter for longer periods of
time (in excess of two weeks), follow these simple
instructions:
Fully charge the vehicle for at least 24 hours.
Disconnect the batteries.
Never store your scooter for long periods of time:
Outside.
In direct sunlight, (finishes may fade or discolour).
Near a source of direct heat.
In a damp environment.
In a cold environment.
With the batteries connected, (even if the controller
is switched off).
Avoiding all of the above will minimise battery deep
cycle discharge and extend battery lifetime.
Before using the scooter again, reconnect the
batteries and charge the scooter for at least 24
hours to avoid damaging the batteries.
20. Transportation & Storage