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Table of Contents

THIS MANUAL COVERS MANY DIFFERENT STYLES OF

PaceSaver

SCOOTERS.

BE SURE AND FIND THE INFORMATION THAT PERTAINS TO YOUR STYLE.

Introduction

Important Safety Information

PaceSaver Specifi cations

Getting On and Off The PaceSaver

Operating

the

PaceSaver

Your First Ride

The

PaceSaver Braking Systems

Brake

Disengage

Mechanism

Seat

Assembly

Operation

Disassembly

Assembly 22

Charging

Your

Batteries 24

General Care & Maintenance Section

Trouble-Shooting

Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers

Addendums

PN 16619

Revised 0610

SMAN0610.INDD

Summary of Contents for Eclipse series

Page 1: ...MAN0610 INDD Plus III Series Owner s Manual Eclipse Series READ this entire Owner s Manual BEFORE you operate your new scooter See inside front cover for special instructions Must Be Given to User Espree Series Scooters PaceSaver ...

Page 2: ...second set of mounting holes The front hole location can provide1 extra leg room If the front set of holes is used it will reduce the maximum incline rating of the vehicle by 3 degrees See owners manual for max incline specifications of your particular model based on your weight ...

Page 3: ...r Specifications 8 Getting On and Off The PaceSaver 12 Operating the PaceSaver 13 Your First Ride 16 The PaceSaver Braking Systems 17 Brake Disengage Mechanism 18 Seat Assembly Operation 19 Disassembly Assembly 22 Charging Your Batteries 24 General Care Maintenance Section 33 Trouble Shooting 36 Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers 38 Addendums 41 PN 16619 Revised 0610 SMAN0610 INDD ...

Page 4: ... long as you follow the simple safety guidelines shown on the next few pages PaceSavers like all scooters are not all terrain vehicles that you can use out in the fields to drag brush around or climb steep hills They were not meant to go hunting in or transport you thru hazardous environments They also are not designed for the severely handicapped individual who is trying to avoid a power wheelcha...

Page 5: ... people with limited mobility Driver error can cause injury to the driver and to other people Please use common sense courtesy and obey the following guidelines for vehicle operation READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE Safety Guidelines Always turn the key switch to the OFF position when stopped or when getting off or on the PaceSaver This keeps you from accidentally hitting the th...

Page 6: ...le NEVER attempt to go up or down a regular height curb or tipping and personal injury will result Driving the PaceSaver in busy streets busy parking lots or in crowded shopping malls can be dangerous for you or other people as you may be struck by a vehicle or you might strike a pedestrian Use caution in congested areas at all times WARNING Driv ing at night or around large vehicles is dangerous ...

Page 7: ...e warned that there is a many times greater likelihood of severe injury or death in the event of an accident if they are not in the provided automotive seat and restraint system The following attachment points are provided for the sole purpose of securing the mobility device without the rider The scooter and batteries MUST be independently and properly restrained or stored in a separate compartmen...

Page 8: ...tipping will result Refer to the Specification Sheet and Ramp Incline Chart else where in this manual DO NOT allow the PaceSaver controls to become wet Never wash off the scooter using a hose or a stream of water drive through standing water or ride in the rain Possible loss of control and or electronic damage will occur Do not attempt to ride a scooter that has been soaked until it has had a chan...

Page 9: ... programmed to fit your requirements DIFFERENT STYLES OF SCOOTERS HAVE DIFFERENT INCLINE CLIMBING ABILITIES CAREFULLY STUDY THE CHART TO SEE THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS FOR YOUR UNIT DO NOT EXCEED THE SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SCOOTER STYLE YOU PURCHASED RAMPS STEEP TERRAIN CURBS STEPS RIDER TRANSFER RIDER TRANSFER Refer to the section of the owners manual titled Getting On and Off the PaceSaver USE CU...

Page 10: ...9 3 X 10 18 18 20 16 75 TO18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 22 Grade 300 LBS Plus III 10 Premier 45 5 24 43 3 lbs 35 lbs 24 5 lbs 25 lbs ea 5 25 21 13 2 5 4 5 39 3 X 9 3 X 10 18 18 20 16 75 TO18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 22 Grade 350 LBS Plus III Titan 42 24 23 5 45 lbs 37 lbs 25 lbs 25 lbs ea 5 25 4 3 14 U1 Batt 2 5 2 4 5 4 25 36 2 5 X 9 10 9 18 18 16 16 75 TO18 75 18 TO 23 Y...

Page 11: ...4 HP 22 Grade 350 LBS Eclipse Atlas 45 5 26 5 43 3 lbs 45 lbs 29 75 lbs 25 lbs ea 5 25 18 12 2 5 4 5 39 3 X 9 3 X 10 21 21 22 16 75 TO18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 17 6 Grade 450 LBS Plus III Atlas 49 75 26 5 41 lbs 61 lbs 29 75 lbs 25 lbs ea 3 5 lbs 5 25 16 9 2 5 4 5 56 5 3 X 10 3 X 10 21 21 22 16 75 TO18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 17 6 Grade 450 LBS Do Not Exceed The Maxi...

Page 12: ...bs 25 lbs ea 3 5 lbs 5 25 23 14 2 5 4 5 39 3 X 9 3 X 10 18 18 20 16 75 TO 18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 22 GRADE 300 LBS 45 5 24 41 lbs 37 lbs 24 5 lbs 25 lbs ea 3 5 lbs 5 25 21 13 2 5 4 5 39 3 X 9 3 X 10 18 18 20 16 75 TO 18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 22 GRADE 350 LBS 45 5 26 5 41 lbs 45 lbs 29 75 lbs 25 lbs ea 3 5 lbs 5 25 18 12 2 5 4 5 39 3 X 9 3 X 10 21 21 22 16 75 TO 1...

Page 13: ...9 3 X 10 21 21 22 16 75 TO 18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 14 GRADE 500 LBS 49 75 26 5 41 lbs 61 lbs 29 75 lbs 25 lbs ea 3 5 lbs 5 25 15 9 2 5 4 5 56 5 3 X 10 3 X 10 21 21 22 16 75 TO 18 75 18 TO 23 YES YES Transaxle 1 1 4 HP 14 GRADE 500 LBS 8 degrees 14 10 degrees 17 6 12 degrees 22 Do Not Exceed The Maximum Incline Stability For Your Style Scooter Range tested to the US Ansi Resna Sta...

Page 14: ... off the scooter 5 When seated comfortably you can drive the PaceSaver The method for getting off is the reverse procedure 1 Turn the key switch OFF when stopped 2 Raise the tiller out of your way 3 Unlock the seat lock and rotate the seat to one side then re lock it 4 Stand up carefully WARNING Keep the key in the OFF position at all times when stopped or when getting on or off the scooter Sudden...

Page 15: ...the OFF stopped position SAFETY INFORMATION The key switch can also be used as a master switch for the scooter s braking system In the improbable event that the scooter should fail to stop or return to the off position turning the key switch to the off position automatically and immediately causes the brake to engage and the scooter to come to a quick halt Use great care in this situ ation to avoi...

Page 16: ...le in the red area while driving corresponds to a low charge It is possible to drive the scooter with the needle in the red area for a short time You must charge the batteries as soon as possible Refer to the battery charging sec tion for more information 4 HORN The white button on the front of the control panel is the horn button Simply pressing it sounds the horn 5 THROTTLE LEVER The black lever...

Page 17: ...t will be mounted on the scooter You will have a charger cord with a 110 VAC plug on one end and a 3 pin rectangular plug on the opposite end Plug the cord into the rectangular charger port on the back plate and the opposite end into and AC outlet Refer to the battery charging section in this manual for more information See FIGURE 2 OFF BOARD CHARGERS If you have an off board charger it will not b...

Page 18: ...r high maneuverability but use caution when encountering obstacles Failure to drive cautiously can result in tipovers or collisions which may cause physical injury When approaching an obstacle keep your speed at a minimum and maintain a safe distance from that object BE PREPARED TO STOP Avoid any small objects on the ground The scooter s ground clearance may be less than the size of the object Run...

Page 19: ...Lock Electric Braking Disk is activated with delay when all power is stopped to the motor This electric brake has a short delay and ultimately holds the PaceSaver at a complete stop The scooter cannot be moved when this brake is activated Dynamic Braking works in conjunction with Posi Lock Electric Braking to bring you to a gradual and complete stop PLEASE NOTE Should the throttle brake control sy...

Page 20: ...e Push to Fast braking system which activates if the scooter rolls beyond a crawling speed Never sit on the scooter with the brake disengaged The scooter can move unexpect edly and cause damage or injury There is a label on the rear cover like this to help you operate the disengage Deactivating the disengage is as follows 1 First press the black release knob back down until it is firmly seated in ...

Page 21: ...ttom nut Seat Assembly Operation PaceSavers come with three styles of armrests each with their own adjustments Each of these armrests is designed to provide support for your arms while you are seated on the scooter and for some assistance when getting on and off of the scooter THEY ARE NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD A PER SONS WEIGHT Persons with limited use of their legs or without the ability to transfer ...

Page 22: ...hould consult the Manual Addendum for additional details The adjustment procedure is as follows 1 Remove the seat assembly by unlocking the seat lock and lifting the seat assembly straight up and set it aside 2 Locate the seat height adjustment bolt and nut located at the base of the chrome seat post See figure 3 3 Remove the nut bolt and small metal cones Take note of their position in order to c...

Page 23: ... slightly in front of the drive motor See FIGURE 4 Pressing down on the latch release lever pull the connector plugs apart with a rocking motion see FIGURE 5 Reconnect the plugs in reverse order 4 Pin motor power connector first followed by the 2 Pin brake lead connector Use care to avoid pulling on the wires to disconnect the plugs Battery Cables Brake Cable 2 Pin Motor Cable 4 Pin FIGURE 4 Batte...

Page 24: ... and pull the two connectors apart 5 Unfasten the velco backed battery hold down straps and remove both batteries 6a Disconnect the smaller 2 pin brake cable connector for the 500 lb Atlas Model only see Figure 6 6b Disconnect the motor cable Depress the tab on the side of the single 4 pin connector and pull the two cable ends apart 7 Disconnect the motor cable Depress the tab on the side of the s...

Page 25: ... certain pull pin is inserted completely to its stop ring It may be necessary to line up the holes in the tube and the tongue before the pin can be inserted 5 Push the tiller release and raise the tiller 6a Connect the large motor plug cable to the rear section Push the plug straight in 6b Connect the two pin brake plug cable for 500 lb Atlas Model only see FIGURE 4 pg 21 7 Put the batteries in pl...

Page 26: ... to prevent accidently driving away with the AC cord connected causing damage to the cord and to the receptacle in the user s residence 6 Do not operate the charger in closed area or restrict ventilation around the charger in any way 7 Do not disconnect the DC portion of the charger circuit while the AC cord is still connected to the electrical outlet Unplug the AC cord first 8 It is normal for th...

Page 27: ...r flow It is normal for the charger to operate at a high temperature 11 Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug Do not operate if the charger looks like it has been damaged Contact your dealer for repair 12 Make sure the charging plug is seated fully in the scooter battery charger outlet 13 Do not stand on wet surface while connecting charger Before Charging 1 Verify that battery te...

Page 28: ...OULD NOT BE USED HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN INSTALL A GROUNDED OUTLET BEFORE USING THIS CHARGER CAUTION Be certain the wall cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet before moving the scooter Moving the scooter without disconnecting the wall cord could result in damage to the scooter the cord and the wall outlet This could create a shock hazard condi tion WARNING Because you will be connec...

Page 29: ...BATTERY CHARGE CONDITION INDICATOR As you operate the scooter and become familiar with it you will notice that the battery me ter on the control console will display a diminishing value as the charge in the batteries is consumed The indicator of the meter will move through the green good area toward the yellow area the reserve Frequently discharging the batteries below the yellow area will reduce ...

Page 30: ... the PaceSaver battery charger that is provided with the scooter Park the scooter in the shade whenever possible Avoid discharging the batteries below the green GOOD zone on the battery meter about 50 percent discharge level Recharge until the CHARGE light on the charger turns off and the battery meter indicator is near the D of the word GOOD This would be 80 90 percent of full charge Every ten or...

Page 31: ...perature conditions Input output protected by automotive electronic sensor Output current limit so as not to exceed the maximum power and or thermal capacity Output short circuit and reverse polarity protection LEDs indicate AC Power ON Charging Status and Fault Conditions Refer to the instructions provided with the battery charger for detailed specifications and operation information 1 Connect th...

Page 32: ...be left on without a fixed time limit Note The PaceSaver Battery Charger used must used according to the instructions Failure to do so may damage or destroy the batteries give poor range or be potentially dangerous Batteries should not be abused for example by regularly deep discharging and must be operated and maintained according to the instructions Note Please refer to the Batery Charger Manual...

Page 33: ...eries are stored for a long period of time without recharge this may result in permanent damage to the batteries resulting in unreliable operation and shortened battery life Maximum driving range of your scooter can be maintained if the batteries are fully charged prior to a lengthy storage period Because the charger is fully automatic it can be left con nected for up to 6 months without harm to t...

Page 34: ...ger is operating CAUTION Do not use connectors or cords that are cracked corroded or do not make adequate electrical contact Overheat ing and possible property damage may result if defective connectors are used 2 TheLED s located on the scooter charger will indicate that the charger is giving service to the batteries When fully charged the Orange LED will turn to green Because this is an automatic...

Page 35: ...y are stored They should remain connected to the PaceSaver charger for storage up to 6 months Be sure that AC power remain s connected If longer than 6 months the batteries should be exercised through a discharge recharge cycle every one to two months Maintaining the PaceSaver In general The PaceSaver is very easy to maintain Consult your dealer if any repairs adjustments or damaged part replaceme...

Page 36: ...tem It is sealed and permanently lubricated SEAT LOCK The seat lock usually requires no adjustment and will provide years of trouble free service However as time passes and surfaces begin to wear you may need to remove one of the spacer washers see exploded view in order to tighten up the tolerances To do this you need not remove the seatlock from the seatpost First turn the seat upside down on a ...

Page 37: ...ire pressure ALL THREE WHEELED SCOOTERS ALL FOUR WHEELED SCOOTERS 50 PSI 344 74 KPA 30 PSI 206 84 KPA 50 PSI 344 74 KPA Front Rear Front Rear Warning DO NOT disassemble any wheel at any time for repairs while still inflated as the pres sure may blow wheel rims apart while you are loosening them and serious injury may result Completely deflate the tire first FOUR WHEELED FRONT ENDS The PaceSaver fo...

Page 38: ...ck to see that all of the wires are securely attached to the box 3 Check the motor plug for proper connection 4 Check the battery plug for proper connections 5 Check the BATTERY indicator for discharged batteries 6 Check that the Brake Disengage Mechanism is pushed all the way down 7 Turn the keyswitch off and then back on again 8 If the scooter still will not move consult the list of diagnostic c...

Page 39: ...E CORRECTIVE 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 4 2 5 3 Brake Short Brake Open Motor Short Motor Open Power Relay Short PSL Motor Short Charge Mode Time Out Throttle Failband Shorted brake Loose broken connection to brake DC motor controller Brake shorted to case Miss ing open brake Loose broken connection to brake DC motor controller Bad motor Loose broken con nection to motor DC motor controller Bad motor ...

Page 40: ...mier 450 Lbs Eclipse Atlas Espree Atlas Plus III Atlas 500 Lbs Eclipse Atlas 5 Espree Atlas 5 5 There may be other motor or driving mechanism malfunctions Consult with your dealer Is there a way to stop the cart or apply the brakes if the Brake Disengage Mechanism is out NO THE BRAKE DISENGAGE MECHANISM DEFEATS COMPLETE BRAKING Never sit on or ride the scooter in this situation When pushing the un...

Page 41: ...h came with the PaceSaver is designed specifically to chargeAGM or gel cell batteries Why will my PaceSaver not climb an incline 1 Excessive weight on the scooter for the grade of the incline Refer to the Ramp Incline Chart in this Owner s Manual 2 Batteries not fully charged or are bad Charge them and have them tested 3 Under inflated tires 4 Attempting to go up the incline in reverse Remember th...

Page 42: ... 3 2 2 4 5 4 3 5 3 2 5 2 5 2 2 5 5 5 4 3 5 3 3 2 5 2 5 2 6 5 5 5 5 4 3 5 4 3 3 2 5 2 5 7 5 6 5 5 5 5 4 4 3 5 3 5 3 3 2 5 2 2 8 5 7 6 5 5 5 4 5 4 3 5 3 5 3 3 2 5 2 9 5 8 7 6 5 5 4 5 4 5 4 4 3 5 3 5 3 3 2 5 2 5 2 11 5 9 5 8 7 6 5 5 4 5 4 4 3 5 3 3 2 5 2 5 2 5 5 5 4 5 3 5 17 13 5 11 9 5 8 5 7 5 6 5 5 5 5 4 5 4 4 3 5 3 3 2 5 6 4 5 3 5 2 5 15 5 13 11 9 5 8 5 7 5 7 6 5 5 4 5 4 5 4 3 5 3 5 3 2 5 6 5 5 4 ...

Page 43: ... drawing ANTI TIP WHEELS The ATLAS three wheeler comes equipped with frontAnti Tip wheels for additional safety see part 20 on FIGURE 15 DO NOT under any circumstances remove theseAnti Tip wheels They are a required safety feature of the scooter and it should not be operated without them If they cause a problem while maneuvering the scooter under certain circumstances that should be your indicatio...

Page 44: ...p Note 2 The speed adjustment knob position effects the speed of the seat motor The fastest speed setting is 10 3 To lower the seat depress the throttle bar to the REVERSE position Notes 1 2 apply 1 Your scooter is equipped with a safety sensor that will prevent you from driving if the power seat is raised more than 1 or it is swiveled sideways If either of these two conditions occur the seat moto...

Page 45: ...mber of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable However we believe that by following the warnings listed below your risk to EMI will be minimized The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers tran...

Page 46: ...s injury 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communications devices such as cellular phones while the powered wheel chair is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the powered wheelchair OFF as s...

Page 47: ...AR FROM date of purchase or 15 MONTHS from date of shipment from the factory whichever is shorter on com ponent parts SIX MONTHS on batteries purchased from Leisure Lift Inc Many dealers supply their own batteries No warranties will be extended by Leisure Lift Inc on these batteries PaceSaver Premier series Transaxles have a FIVE YEAR LIMITED parts warranty Parts cost only Year one 100 motor brake...

Page 48: ...G YOUR REG ISTRATION AND PROOF OF PURCHASE CONTACT THE DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH YOU PURCHASED YOUR SCOOTER AND HAVE THEM CONTACT Leisure Lift If Leisure Lift did not receive your original registration and proof of purchase you will be required to resubmit proof of purchase Warranty is not transferable All other terms and conditions of Leisure Lift s regular PaceSaver warranty apply Failure to return ...

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