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5.0 Operation 

 Control Panel 

 

16. 

Battery Indicator/Gauge 

22. 

Horn Button 

17. 

Headlight Button 

23. 

Charger Socket 

18. 

Key Switch 

24. 

High-Low Speed Switch 

19. 

Hazard Button 

25. 

Direction Indicator Button 

20. 

Throttle Lever Forward/Back 

26. 

Tiller Handle 

21. 

Speed Adjustment Dial 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 Battery Indicator/Gauge (16) 

Indicates the voltage of the batteries; the needle will move to one of the following colours: 

 

Green 

 Batteries are fully charged. 

 

Yellow 

 Batteries are half full. 

 

Red 

 Batteries need charging. 

 

Beeping sound continuing 

 batteries are out of charge.  Please re-charge batteries. 

 

5.2 Headlight Button (17) 

Turns on and off the front headlight and rear lights. 

 

Press to turn on the front and rear lights. 

 

Press again to turn off the front and rear lights 

 

5.3 Key Switch (18) 

This turns the power on and off your scooter. 

 

Insert the key into the key switch. 

 

Turn the key clockwise to turn on your scooter’s power.  

The green light below the horn will 

light up to indicate the power is on. 

 

Turn the key anti-clockwise 

to turn off your scooter’s power.  The 

green light below the horn 

will turn off to indicate the power is off. 

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Summary of Contents for Alpha 8

Page 1: ...Alpha 8 User Manual...

Page 2: ...uality of life This user manual includes operation instructions for every aspect of the scooter Contents 1 0 Safety Guidelines 2 2 0 Pre Ride Safety Check 3 3 0 Specification 4 4 0 Components of the s...

Page 3: ...ity of the scooter user who is capable of making such a decision and his her health care professional i e medical doctor physical therapist etc The contents of this manual are based on the expectation...

Page 4: ...atteries are fully charged Ensure the manual freewheel lever is in drive mode before sitting on the Travel Scooter If you discover a problem contact your authorized Provider for assistance Please refe...

Page 5: ...e 140 mm 5 5 in Seat Type Deluxe Adjustable Captain Seat Width 460 mm 18 in Seat Height 450 560 mm Front Tyre Pneumatic 300 mm 12 in Rear Tyre Pneumatic 300 mm 12 in Pneumatic Tyre Pressure 35 psi Sus...

Page 6: ...Lever Forward Back 8 Front Wheel 21 Speed Adjustment Dial 9 Feet Deck 22 Horn Button 10 Seat 23 Charger Socket 11 Armrest 24 High Low Speed Switch 12 Seat Post 25 Direction Indicator Button 13 Rear l...

Page 7: ...teries need charging Beeping sound continuing batteries are out of charge Please re charge batteries 5 2 Headlight Button 17 Turns on and off the front headlight and rear lights Press to turn on the f...

Page 8: ...back on the left side of the throttle control lever yellow label Release the lever and allow your scooter to come to a complete stop before pushing the other side of the lever to move in reverse When...

Page 9: ...tions If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors Refer to the manual...

Page 10: ...sit on the scooter when it is in freewheel mode WARNING Never exceed the maximum permissible load see 3 0 Specifications and never use the scooter to transport more than one person WARNING Never driv...

Page 11: ...ny incline WARNING When your scooter is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged WARNING Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface WARNING Ensure the key is removed from the key swi...

Page 12: ...key is removed from the key switch Stand at the side of your scooter and disengage the seat rotation lever by pushing up Fig 7 0 1 and rotate the seat until it is facing you Position yourself comfort...

Page 13: ...transport and storage Armrest Angle Adjust the screw postioned under the armpad to change angle of the armrest to the desired angle Moveable Armrest The armrest can be moved out of the way by lifting...

Page 14: ...bolt then adjust seat post to the required height then re insert bolt and fully tighten Refit the seat back onto the seat post CAUTION Lifting weight beyond your physical capability may result in per...

Page 15: ...Tiller in postion IMPORTANT Never hang any article including bags from the Tiller Adjuster Lever this could cause the tiller to suddenly fold causing injury WARNING The following can adversely affect...

Page 16: ...high speeds as this will result in loss of control Turn the tiller to the left to turn left never turn at high speeds as this will result in loss of control Make sure to maintain sufficient clearance...

Page 17: ...urb so that both back wheels of your scooter go over the curb at the same time Never go down curbs by traversing them Doing this will cause the scooter to tip over resulting in serious injury or death...

Page 18: ...pprox 10 20 charging cycles break in period This break in period is necessary to fully activate the battery for maximum performance and longevity Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your scooter...

Page 19: ...reconnect the batteries If the batteries do not appear to be working correctly contact your authorized provider WARNING Risk of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong battery charger is u...

Page 20: ...ger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions then it m...

Page 21: ...and at the same time pull down the tiller to its storage position Fig 11 3 1 Release the Tiller Adjuster Lever to lock the Tiller in position 11 4 Assembly Lift up the tiller to the approximate posit...

Page 22: ...nt or brake release can cause an accident or injury The FDA has determined that each make and model of scooter can resist EMI RFI to a certain level The higher the lever of resistance the greater the...

Page 23: ...s there any abnormal noise from the motor Does the electromagnetic brake work properly Battery Gauge Does the gauge move to green when switched ON Is the remaining power enough for your trip Horn Butt...

Page 24: ...ss including direct exposure to water or bodily fluids and incontinence Check electrical components frequently for signs of corrosion and replace as necessary 15 0 Basic Troubleshooting This table is...

Page 25: ...tery connection Contact your authorized dealer for assistance 6 Controller is being inhibited from driving Check that the battery charger is not connected If charger is connected removed from charger...

Page 26: ...rranty does not apply An increase in operational noise level usually occurs due to excessive strain on the scooter 17 2 Batteries Batteries are covered by a six 6 month warranty from the original manu...

Page 27: ...ng from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration modification commercial use or by anyone other than an authorized dealer or damage that is attributable to the acts of God T...

Page 28: ...27 Alpha 8 User Manual...

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