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Contents

Page

Introduction

Intended

Use

Technical

Specification

Feature

Guide

Safety

Advice

Adjustments

•

Tiller

angle

•

Folding the tiller (for transportation)

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Seat

removal

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Seat height

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Arm

width

adjustment

Tiller

Controls

Brake Release / Freewheel Operation

Starting to Drive

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Getting

Started

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Moving

Off

•

Steering

•

Reversing

•

Ramps

Slopes

•

Surfaces

•

Transferring

Transport

and

Storage

Batteries and Battery Charger

11 & 12

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

•

Circuit

Breaker

•

Fuses

•

Check List

Further

Information

Warranty

Summary of Contents for Alcora

Page 1: ...Alcora S740 USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter Dec 09 ...

Page 2: ...7 Seat height 7 Arm width adjustment 7 Tiller Controls 8 Brake Release Freewheel Operation 9 Starting to Drive Getting Started 10 Moving Off 10 Steering 10 Reversing 10 Ramps Slopes 10 Surfaces 11 Transferring 11 Transport and Storage 11 Batteries and Battery Charger 11 12 Maintenance 13 Troubleshooting Circuit Breaker 13 Fuses 13 Check List 13 Further Information 15 16 Warranty 2 ...

Page 3: ...ve balance difficulties Your assessor healthcare professional will determine the suitability of the scooter for each individuals intended use Technical Specification Alcora is carefully designed for ind Note Persons with lower body amputations should not use this device unless evaluated with artificial limbs fitted as stability may be compromised due to an irregular centre of gravity Class 1 Medic...

Page 4: ...1 Tiller control head 2 Detachable padded seat with fold down back 3 Detachable basket 4 Detachable battery pack 5 Tiller angle adjustment knob 6 Front lift handle 7 Anti tip wheels 8 Puncture proof non marking wheels 3 4 5 6 8 4 ...

Page 5: ...cooter unless the power is switched off Switch off the power whilst driving this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly see emergency procedures page 15 Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk Attempt to climb kerbs except drop down kerbs Use the scooter if under the influence of alcohol or any medication Use a mobile phone whilst driving Attempt to negotiate steps or escalators S...

Page 6: ...e tiller is fully secure before using the scooter Release the adjustment mechanism as above and fold the tiller down fully until it reaches the position shown below and re tighten the handknob to secure the tiller in this position The battery can also be easily lifted out of the chassis for transportation Folding the Tiller Assembly For transport purposes Do not carry the scooter by the tiller ste...

Page 7: ...e seat towards the back there are two hand knobs Just above the letter A in the image above These are to adjust the width of the armrests or to remove then for transport Turn the knobs anti clockwise to loosen Once the knobs are loose you will be able to adjust the armrests in or out to the desired width Re tighten when a comfortable width has been achieved or remove the armrests completely for tr...

Page 8: ... guide to the amount of charge left in the scooters batteries This will give the truest reading when the scooter is in motion On Off Key Insert the key plug supplied with the scooter The battery gauge needle will move There may be a slight delay before the thumb levers operate as the controller checks the scooters circuits This should only be used to warn others of your presence and not as a rebuk...

Page 9: ...ion The scooter can now be pushed Simply push the lever back down to re engage the drive mechanism the scooter can now be driven The scooter will not operate when the lever is in the disengaged position The scooter must be turned off and on by the key switch to reset the circuits before it will resume normal operation The status led will flash continually if the brake is disengaged when it is swit...

Page 10: ...the tiller in the direction that you wish to go and apply power gently The scooter can turn very tightly with complete stability at slow speeds Reversing Before reversing ensure the area behind the scooter is free from any obstacles or hazards Adjust the speed setting to low before you reverse Pull the left thumb lever and steer wide of all corners and obstacles Ramps Slopes The stability of your ...

Page 11: ...nts for easy transportation or storage If the scooter is not to be used for periods of more than a few weeks fully charge the batteries but leave the battery pack disconnected from the scooter Batteries and Battery Chargers Alcora Ensure the scooter is switched off before disassembling Do not carry the chassis by the tiller stem as shown previously Alcora Batteries The ROMA is supplied with a clos...

Page 12: ...he plug from the battery box D Batteries must always be recycled correctly Do not dispose of them with your domestic refuge For further information regarding your nearest recycling facility please contact your local authority Caution Do not charge the batteries for longer than 12 hours Always charge the batteries in a well ventilated indoor area You must still maintain charging the batteries even ...

Page 13: ... secure Troubleshooting hose or pressure washer onto the Circuit Breaker Your scooter is fitted with the latest in electronic controls that are programmed to protect the electrical system from abnormal overloads Fitted for extra protection is a circuit breaker which is located on the battery pack Should there be a situation where your scooter stops for no apparent reason please check that the circ...

Page 14: ...until the key switch has been turned off and on again Should a fault occur the status led on the tiller head will indicate a flash sequence which relates to the fault in the table below Note Should your scooter fail to operate after checking these possible problems consult your local ROMA dealer immediately 14 ...

Page 15: ...he information given in this manual regarding safety and the maintenance of your scooter If adhered to your scooter should give you years of reliable mobility Storage and General Care We recommend that the scooter is always stored in a dry environment such as a garage or shed to protect the chassis and other components from corrosion Do not leave the scooter outside during rainstorms If the scoote...

Page 16: ...he maximum available halfway between the tortoise and the hare or just entering the red sector on the speed indicator depending on the model The main factors affecting stability are Maximum speed setting Seat height User movement User s manoeuvres Gradients or slopes Please keep your speed to a level where you can safely stop without having to make any erratic turns Do not load bags etc on the bac...

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Page 20: ...p or materials that the product will be repaired or replaced at the Companys discretion free of charge Any unauthorised modifications will invalidate the warranty Parts which are subjected to normal wear and tear accidental damage neglect or misuse are excluded from this warranty Normal wear and tear includes tyres chassis covers bulbs seat coverings etc Component parts replaced outside this perio...

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