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Safety Advice 

 
 
 

DO: 

 

Read this manual carefully before using your scooter. 

 

Turn the power off when transferring to and from the scooter. 

 

Select a slow speed when going down gradients (max 6°) or over uneven ground. 

 

Keep your feet on the scooter whilst driving. 

 

Ensure the seat is in a fixed position facing forwards before driving. 

 

Ensure the tiller is secure. 

 

Ensure the batteries are fully charged before your journey. 

 

Avoid rough or soft terrain and long grass wherever possible. 

 

Be aware of other road users and pedestrians.

 

 

Turn the power off when not in use.

 

 

Follow the maintenance guide to ensure safe operation of the scooter.

 

 

Always remove the keys or switch off power if leaving the scooter unattended. 
Unauthorised persons/children may use the scooter resulting in injury.

 

 

 
 

DO NOT: 

 

Carry passengers. 

 

Exceed inclines over 6°. 

 

Traverse inclines. 

 

Attempt inclines if the surface is slippery. 

 

Turn sharply at full speed. 

 

Exit or enter the scooter unless the power is switched off. 

 

Switch off the power whilst driving – this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly 
(see emergency procedures – page 17). 

 

Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk. 

 

Attempt to climb or descend 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. 

 

Sit on the scooter if being transported in a vehicle. 

 

Attempt to tow any other devices. 

 

Exceed the stated weight limit. 

 

Connect any other devices to the batteries as this could cause permanent 
damage and void your warranty. 

 

Use any other batteries/charger other than those supplied by 

SHOPRIDER.

 

 

Travel through water or over soft terrain (mud, sand etc.)  

 

Lift the scooter by the shroud assembly or any plastic part. 

 

Sharply shift your centre of gravity as this could make the scooter unstable. 

 

Freewheel down hills. This will damage the motor and brake and void the 
warranty, 

 

Tow the scooter with any other vehicle in the event of a breakdown. 

 
Every care has been taken to ensure that your scooter will give you safe, reliable service 
provided you adhere to the advice given above. 
 
 

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Summary of Contents for Solares FS777

Page 1: ...Solares Model FS777 USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter December 2015 Rev 1 KB S XXXXX...

Page 2: ...Tiller Controls 7 Brake Release Freewheel Operation 8 Starting to Drive Getting Started 9 Moving Off 9 Steering 9 Reversing 9 Ramps Slopes 10 Surfaces 10 Transferring 10 Storage 10 Batteries and Batte...

Page 3: ...the suitability of the scooter for each individuals intended use Note Persons with lower body amputations should not use this device unless evaluated with artificial limbs fitted as stability may be c...

Page 4: ...de Solares 1 Tiller control head 2 Padded seat with fold down back 3 Carry pull handle 4 Seat release knob 5 Frame release ring 6 Puncture proof non marking wheels 7 Tiller angle adjustment lever 2 3...

Page 5: ...itched off Switch off the power whilst driving this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly see emergency procedures page 17 Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk Attempt to climb or...

Page 6: ...e lever To adjust the tiller angle lift the lever away from the scooter This will allow the tiller to be adjusted or folded away for transportation DO NOT lift the scooter by the tiller as this can ca...

Page 7: ...nd the scooter will automatically come to a safe stop as the electromagnetic brake is applied Always release the lever if the scooter behaves erratically Power Switch The switch is located on the fron...

Page 8: ...er una ewheel m wer failure oter e scooter brake if th re engag nd freewh and con be moved ation he right re nd push p as show e ground ooter will t be turne eration attended mode sho e NEVER m r may...

Page 9: ...switch off k and the ocedure s r is light a els catchi ou wish t e stability n sharply ould be se nsure the speed se erse onto a he batterie space st the tiller g transfers f y s r t tially set th co...

Page 10: ...vers may create condensation during certain weather conditions If your scooter is to be stored for prolonged periods fully charge the batteries and remove them from the scooter Very cold weather can s...

Page 11: ...be used in perman errupt the permanen tinue use ER SUPPLIE port after t ing used batte recycled arding yo mode typ assis cover me be su 3 pin male pin mains he batter en the ch connectio g from the s...

Page 12: ...he front of the scooter and at the same time pull down on the seat post sleeve Carefully allow the seat to tilt backwards while always being supported by the left hand Once the seat has begun to tilt...

Page 13: ...foot area of the scooter 4 Next the tiller needs to be folded down onto the back of the seat Lift the red lever as shown in the tiller adjustment section Whilst the lever is raised the tiller can be l...

Page 14: ...Keep pulling upwards until you hear a click This should indicate that the scooter is now locked in the folded position After hearing the click sound you can then gently lower the handle and the scoot...

Page 15: ...opening towards your feet or legs It is very important that the weight of the scooter is supported by the handle during this procedure Support the weight of the scooter by the handle and pull the fra...

Page 16: ...check the following on a weekly basis Front wheels spin freely Moving parts pivots and frame fixings are not damaged or worn All hand knobs and levers are secure Troubleshooting Your scooter is fitte...

Page 17: ...e 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...

Page 18: ...rs 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...

Page 19: ...Notes 19...

Page 20: ...ompanys 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 th...

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