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Batteries and Charging

The off-board charger must be kept dry in temperatures between -25°C and 

40°C and not be subjected to mechanical damage.

In all cases, the charger must only be repaired by an authorised dealer.

 WARNING !

NO SMOKING OR NAKED FLAMES WHEN CHARGING BATTERIES.
DO NOT TOUCH BATTERY PACK TERMINALS WITH METAL OBJECTS.
ONLY USE APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES. 
IF DAMAGE TO BATTERIES OR BATTERY BOXES IS EVIDENT, 
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL  DEALER IMMEDIATELY - DO NOT ATTEMPT 
TO SERVICE THE BATTERIES.

 DEALER WARNING !

REMOVE METALLIC JEWELLERY WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
WEAR GLOVES AND GOGGLES IF MOVING LEAKING BATTERIES.
REPLACE DAMAGED OR LEAKING BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY.

Fuses

There is a reset button as described previously. If a fault occurs, the button 
will pop out. Switch the scooter off, press the button in and switch the 

scooter back on.
There is a 125A fuse fitted to the positive terminal of each battery. These 

fuses must be replaced by an authorised service agent.

There is also a 10A cartidge fuse fitted on the charger and a fuse in the 

mains plug of the battery charger.  If this blows, switch off at the mains, 
remove the plug and replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of the same 

value (Photo 13.1).

Photo 13.1

Summary of Contents for LITTLE GEM 2

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual SAPPHIRE 2 E N G L I S H 4 Wheel Scooter...

Page 2: ...the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the warranty Your scooter will reach you in excellent condition having been personally inspected before leaving the factory By followin...

Page 3: ...Removal and Adjustment page 10 Tiller Adjustment and Battery Removal page 11 Batteries and Charging page 12 13 Transportation page 14 Guidance for Safe Operation and Use page 15 19 Battery and Chargin...

Page 4: ...table for users up to 150kg in weight 330lbs Differing user weights can cause performance variation Maximum user weight tested using a 150kg test dummy The scooter is designed to be driven on footpath...

Page 5: ...individual user and their healthcare advisor qualified in making such choices to decide which scooter is suitable for the user s intended purpose With regards to restraints seat positioning straps po...

Page 6: ...t the larger handle towards the front of the scooter Lift the seat onto the seat post and press down to ensure it is fully engaged Battery Charging The battery MUST be charged for 12 hours before firs...

Page 7: ...Lower the tiller using the adjustment lever to its lowest setting locking in the basket This will stop the tiller from moving during lifting operations and transportation 6 De dock the rear drive uni...

Page 8: ...s Fig 1 SEATING Page 10 WIDTH ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS Page 10 TILLER FASCIA PANEL Page 7 8 BASKET Page 14 BATTERIES Page 12 13 20 22 LIGHTS Page 7 8 TYRES Page 19 and 30 ADJUSTABLE TILLER Page 11 FREEWHEE...

Page 9: ...6 3 4 Push forward the seat swivel lever and gently swivel the seat to face forward Photo 6 4 5 Ensure that both feet are placed firmly on the floorboard of the scooter and the seat is secure Photo 6...

Page 10: ...or a more accurate indication stop the scooter and note the reading In cold damp weather the gauge will dip more often as the capacity and efficiency of all batteries drops in such conditions TIP If y...

Page 11: ...d OFF Please note that the key cannot be removed when it is in the ON position Photo 8 4 Make sure that this switch is in the OFF position BEFORE getting on or off the scooter Remove the key to make s...

Page 12: ...ystem is disabled to prevent driving This is a safety feature to prevent you driving the scooter with the parking brake disengaged Photo 9 1 To turn off the freewheel and engage the motor simply push...

Page 13: ...10 2 3 Grasp the seat base and keeping a firm grip lift the seat vertically keeping your back straight Bend knees if required Photo 10 3 4 Place seat at desired location for stowage keeping back post...

Page 14: ...battery locking pin from the rear of battery pack A Photo 11 3 2 Fit the battery locking pin into the seat stem for storage Photo 11 4 3 Lift battery A vertically out of its battery tray using the 2 h...

Page 15: ...rom 230V or 110V by switching the charger off and sliding the red tab on the end of the charger to the required setting using a small screwdriver This setting is factory set to 230V The 5 Amp off boar...

Page 16: ...ER WARNING REMOVE METALLIC JEWELLERY WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES WEAR GLOVES AND GOGGLES IF MOVING LEAKING BATTERIES REPLACE DAMAGED OR LEAKING BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY Fuses There is a reset button as d...

Page 17: ...ar light and moving the front frame forwards Note Batteries MUST be removed before the scooter can be de docked Photo 14 2 8 Using the lifting handles provided carefully lift the scooter safely and se...

Page 18: ...tting a pavement corner can cause the back wheel to go off the pavement causing problems if the corner is very rough Avoid this at all times by steering an exaggerated curve around the obstacle 6 When...

Page 19: ...be adversely affected by such things as 1 The weight of the user 2 Terrain e g grass or gravel 3 Steepness of hills 4 Level of charge and the age of the batteries 5 Extremes of temperature 6 Use and w...

Page 20: ...mply let go of the throttle control lever Photo 17 1 Remember to keep both of your hands on the handlebars whilst the scooter is braking Two types of braking are used a Automatic regenerative braking...

Page 21: ...e Low speed settings are recommended when travelling down hill particularly in reverse Also reduce your speed when turning corners The anti tip devices fitted to the scooter must not be removed Guidan...

Page 22: ...ng Turning off the power switch whilst moving will switch off the power causing immediate and full braking This method of stopping is not recommended except in an emergency Caution Routine use of emer...

Page 23: ...into contact with the skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If it comes into contact with the eye immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek med...

Page 24: ...hen remove charger and ensure the batteries are disconnected 6 Failure to allow for full recharge will damage the batteries and can lead to shortened distances and permanent failure 7 Do not top up th...

Page 25: ...ination of the following circumstances occur 1 User weight heavier than 100kg 2 Batteries whose age and condition are less than perfect 3 The terrain is difficult or unsuitable e g very hilly sloping...

Page 26: ...us bodily injury could arise from such actions DO NOT drive on the road dual carriageways or motorways DO NOT drive up down or across inclines that have water ice oil or any other slippery substance o...

Page 27: ...disclaim responsibility to all personal injury and property damage that may occur during use which does not comply with the relevant national or local statutes Do not attempt to operate your scooter w...

Page 28: ...under any circumstances disconnect cut extend or otherwise modify ANY of the wiring harnesses installed within or connected to your mobility scooter battery charger It is important that your mobility...

Page 29: ...and regulations your product should be disposed of separately from household waste When this product reaches the end of its life take it to the collection point designated by local authorities The sep...

Page 30: ...hich provides protection from the more common sources of radiated EMC There are a number of relatively strong electromagnetic fields present in the everyday environment Most of these sources are obvio...

Page 31: ...h your mobility scooter s control system 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers such as CB radio or turn ON cellular phones whilst your mobility scooter is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby radio or tel...

Page 32: ...cms 28 SEAT BASE HEIGHT 50 62 cms 20 24 5 MAX SPEED 6 4 kph 4 mph WHEEL DIAMETER FRONT 22 5 cms 9 WHEEL DIAMETER REAR 26 5 cms 10 5 TYRES PNEUMATIC 25 P S I 1 7 Bar CHARGER OFF BOARD 5 Amps RANGE 30 k...

Page 33: ...batteries and rear drive unit and ensure all connectors are secure Wipe over with a damp cloth Use a damp soft cloth and mild detergent on panels battery wells tiller and seat Check tyres tyre pressu...

Page 34: ...iring Noise Connections Brake Brushes Chassis Condition Steering Service history This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your scooter Should you decide...

Page 35: ...er blown Unplug from wall and contact dealer Battery charging current high Faulty batteries Replace battery pack Scooter switched on during charging Turn Scooter off No drive Brake release lever disen...

Page 36: ...s being inhibited from driv ing This may be because the battery charger is connected 7 Throttle trip A throttle trip is indicated Make sure that the throttle is in the neutral posi tion before switchi...

Page 37: ...ring the normal warranty period unless such items have clearly suffered undue wear as a direct result of an original manufacturing defect These items include amongst others upholstery tyres inner tube...

Page 38: ...Sunrise Medical Limited Sunrise Business Park High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 22 Fax 01384 44 66 44 E Mail sunmail sunmed co uk www sunrisemedical com 2007 Sunrise...

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