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3.  Disconnect the black (-) and red (+) battery

cables from the battery terminals of each battery. 

4. Remove the old batteries.

5. Place the new batteries into the battery wells.

6. Connect the red battery cable to the positive (+)

battery terminal of each battery.

7. Connect the black battery cable to the negative

(-) battery terminal of each battery.

8. Connect the battery harnesses and battery tie-

down strap.

9. Replace the shroud.

  Angle the front of the scooter shroud down

and push slightly forward to fit the front

fender under the locking posts on the frame.

See figure 8.

  Lower the scooter shroud over the unit and

snap the locking tabs in place behind the rear

frame bar.  

See figure 9.

 

NOTE: Ensure the locking tabs are behind the rear

frame bar and not in front of the frame bar.

NOTE: Ensure that the protective flap is in place

over the scooter power center. See figure 3.

 

   

To verify the scooter shroud is securely in

place, gently lift both ends of the scooter

shroud to be certain the shroud is locked in

place.

10. Reinstall the seat and seat stabilizing knob. 

See

figures 8 and 9

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NOTE: If you encounter a damaged or cracked

battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and

contact your local waste disposal agency or

authorized Provider for instructions on disposal

and battery recycling which is our recommended

course of action.

Figure 10. Battery Connections

IDENTIFICATION KEY

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Figure 9. Locking Tabs on Scooter Body Shroud
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Summary of Contents for go-go ES2

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Page 2: ...this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red slash Copyright 2013 INFMANU4467 Rev A April 2013 INTENDED USE The intended use of the Travel Scooter device is to provide mobility to persons limited to a seated position that have the capability of operating a scooter NOTE This owner s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the ti...

Page 3: ...O N T E N T S I SAFETY 4 II YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER 6 III BATTERIES AND CHARGING 10 IV OPERATION 16 V COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 18 VI DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 20 VII BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 21 VIII CARE AND MAINTENANCE 23 ...

Page 4: ...e become familiar with all the warnings and safety information found in the Consumer Safety Guide and refer to this resource often I S A F E T Y Read and follow the information in the owner s manual Indicates tie down points on the Travel Scooter Manufactured in Fully charge batteries before operating Ensure the power is off when Travel Scooter is unattended MODEL Scooter information label Does no...

Page 5: ... your Travel Scooter during daily activities you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways on and off elevators up and down ramps and over moderate terrain Additional general information can be found on the supplemental information sheets and booklets included in ...

Page 6: ... turn off your Travel Scooter Toggle the power switch to the left to power up turn on your Travel Scooter in the lowest speed position WARNING If the power switch is moved to the center off position while your Travel Scooter is in motion the electronic brakes will engage and your Travel Scooter will come to an abrupt stop Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward speed an...

Page 7: ...he braking system is disengaged Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface Ensure the power switch is in the OFF center position Stand to the side of the scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never sit on a scooter to do this After you have finished pushing your Travel Scooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembl...

Page 8: ...trips frequently you may need to charge your batteries more often You may also need to have your authorized Provider perform a load test on your Travel Scooter s batteries If the main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorized Provider for service Charger Power Cord Receptacle The 3 pin end of the charger power cord plugs into this receptacle See figure 3 There is a protective rubber fla...

Page 9: ...ie down straps to the designated securement points See figure 5 Tighten the straps to sufficiently remove all slack Never attach tie downs to adjustable moving or removable parts of the Travel Scooter such as armrests shrouds and wheels These items should be removed Position the anchor points for the rear tie down straps directly behind the rear securement points on the Travel Scooter The front ti...

Page 10: ...at you do not charge the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied MANDATORY Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger before charging the batteries WARNING Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries Keep the Travel Scooter and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide a...

Page 11: ...ally matched to the type size and chemical formulation of specific batteries For the safest and most efficient charging of your Travel Scooter s batteries we recommend use of the charger supplied as original equipment with your product only Any charging method resulting in batteries being charged individually is especially prohibited I I I B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G WARNING The LED li...

Page 12: ...ging instructions We recommend charging your batteries for at least 48 continuous hours once per month to improve battery performance and battery life How can I ensure maximum battery life Fully charged deep cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your Travel Scooter s batteries fully charged whenever possible Protect your Travel Scooter and batteries from extre...

Page 13: ...le power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery It may take a few days for the temperature of your Travel Scooter s batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or ambient temperature More importantly it takes a few charging cycles partial draining followed by full recharging to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep cycle battery s peak performance...

Page 14: ...tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals Contact with tools can cause electrical shock You may need the following to change your batteries Metric standard socket set and ratchet Adjustable wrench WARNING Do not lift beyond your physical capability Ask for assistance when necessary while disassembling or assembling your scooter WARNING Do not pull on electrical harness wires direct...

Page 15: ...ing tabs in place behind the rear frame bar See figure 9 NOTE Ensure the locking tabs are behind the rear frame bar and not in front of the frame bar NOTE Ensure that the protective flap is in place over the scooter power center See figure 3 To verify the scooter shroud is securely in place gently lift both ends of the scooter shroud to be certain the shroud is locked in place 10 Reinstall the sea...

Page 16: ... of people pets and obstacles Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible OPERATING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER WARNING The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your Travel Scooter Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet Carrying passengers including pets Hanging any article from the tiller Towing or being pushed by anot...

Page 17: ... safely get out of the seat and stand to the side of your Travel Scooter POWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an energy saving automatic power down timer feature designed to preserve your Travel Scooter s battery life If you mistakenly leave the power switch in either the Hi or Low speed position for approximately 20 minutes the Travel Scooter s controller shuts down autom...

Page 18: ...ck the seat and attached seat post to ease removal of the seat 3 Raise or lower the seat and its attached seat post to the desired seat height 4 While holding the seat at the desired height align the adjustment holes of the seat and lower seat post 5 Fully insert the seat post quick release pin and secure the latch hook over the pin 6 Tighten the seat stabilizing knob to lock and secure the seat i...

Page 19: ...t of the seat frame 4 Insert the bolt through the appropriate ends of the positioning belt and then reinstall the bolts back into the seat frame 5 Tighten the bolts To adjust the positioning belt for operator comfort 1 Align the two sides of the belt placing the looped end side directly above the courser side hook of the opposite belt Press firmly together to fasten See figure 14 To release the po...

Page 20: ...move the seat by lifting it straight up and off of the Travel Scooter Tiller Release To release the tiller loosen the Tiller Release Knob until the tiller loosens and slowly folds down See figure 16 If you encounter resistance when folding the tiller down firmly grasp the center of the tiller and apply slight pressure to the tiller while pushing it downward NOTE In order to fully lower the tiller ...

Page 21: ...low Charge batteries 3 The Travel Scooter s battery voltage is too high to operate the scooter or the charger is still connected to the off board charger port Unplug charger and or turn power off then back on again If traveling down a slope reduce Travel Scooter speed to the minimum setting 4 Current limit time out Turn the Travel Scooter off for a few minutes then turn your Travel Scooter back on...

Page 22: ...ay also perform the load test yourself Battery load testers are available at most automotive parts stores Follow the directions supplied with the load tester See III Batteries and Charging or Product Specifications Sheet for information about your Travel Scooter s battery type What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the throttle control leve...

Page 23: ...el mode before performing this procedure Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for solid tires 1 Ensure that the power switch is in the OFF center position and your Travel Scooter is not in freewheel mode 2 Elevate the side of the Travel Scooter of which you are removing the tire Place wooden blocks under the frame to elevate the Travel Scooter 3 Remove the drive wheel nut and washer...

Page 24: ...repair or replace any damaged connector connection or insulation that you find before using your Travel Scooter again PROHIBITED Even though the Travel Scooter has passed the necessary testing requirements for ingress of liquids you should keep electrical connections away from sources of dampness including direct exposure to water or bodily fluids and incontinence Check electrical components frequ...

Page 25: ...e temperatures or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable performance and limited service life It is recommended that you charge the Travel Scooter batteries periodically throughout periods of prolonged storage to ensure proper performance WARNING Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen battery Charging a frozen battery can r...

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