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Owner’s Manual

Little Gem

3 & 4 Wheel Scooter

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Summary of Contents for Sterling Little Gem

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Little Gem 3 4 Wheel Scooter EN G LISH ...

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Page 3: ... 4 8 EMC EMI warnings page 9 10 Features page 11 Safety warnings user guidance page 12 17 Tiller control functions page 18 19 Operating your scooter page 20 22 Guidance for safe operation use page 23 24 Batteries charging page 25 29 Routine maintenance page 30 Specifications page 31 Troubleshooting page 32 ...

Page 4: ...t limit including clothing is marked on the serial number label which is affixed to the seat post or rear frame Warranty can only be taken on if the product is used under the specified conditions and for the intended purposes No unauthorised modifications should be made to the Scooter Only approved parts and accessories shall be fitted Area of application The electrical power simple steering and a...

Page 5: ...dummy The scooter is designed to be driven on footpaths and to cross roads and therefore should not be driven through mud water snow sand loose gravel or any other unsound surfaces It has been manufactured to comply with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC 2007 47 EEC the radio interference requirements of EEC Directive 89 336 EEC and the battery charger requirements of EEC ...

Page 6: ...er 5 Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired are covered for a further three months 6 Items of a consumable nature will not generally be covered during 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 tubes batteries and other similar parts 7 ...

Page 7: ...sage and general care in addition to information on 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 our premises By following the guidelines for maintenance on page 30 your scooter will maintain its first class condition and give you years of complete reliability and sati...

Page 8: ...d in making such choices to decide which scooter is suitable for the user s intended purpose With regards to restraints seat positioning straps posture correction or other positional aids and accessories it is the obligation of the qualified healthcare professional in conjunction with the dealer to ensure the suitability of such equipment for the safe operation of the scooter Serious injury can oc...

Page 9: ...shift your weight in the seat or require you to bend excessively in any direction Such action may result in the scooter tipping over or in injury to the person or both DO NOT use an escalator to move the mobility scooter between floors as serious 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 wat...

Page 10: ...e scooter is unattended Children or inexperienced people may attempt to drive your scooter which may result in damage or personal injury DO NOT connect any medical device such as a ventilator life support machine etc to the scooters electrical system Failure of the equipment may result from such connections DO NOT operate your mobility scooter whilst under the influence of alcohol drugs or prescri...

Page 11: ...with the seat not secured in the front facing position could result in damage and or bodily injury DO NOT operate the scooter without ensuring that the Tiller is properly adjusted and secured After making any adjustment to the Tiller position you must check that the Tiller is locked and secured into position BEFORE driving To check gently push and pull the Tiller to make sure it is secured An unse...

Page 12: ...her types of batteries are NOT SUITABLE Please read battery battery charger information before installation This scooter has been tested to ISO 7176 Part 9 Rain Test The test provides the scooter user or their attendant sufficient time to remove the mobility scooter from a rain storm whilst retaining normal operation of the mobility scooter DO NOT operate your mobility scooter during an electrical...

Page 13: ...certain intensity This is known as the scooters immunity level The higher the immunity level the greater the protection Current technology offers useful protection of at least 20 V m which 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 obvious and easy to a...

Page 14: ...Whilst such devices are in use it is possible that the EM radiation can affect the mobility scooter s movement and braking The following warnings are recommended to help prevent possible interference with 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 ...

Page 15: ... 7 Features Photo 1 SEATING PAGE 16 CONTROL POD PAGE 18 19 BATTERYPACK PAGE 25 29 TILLER ADJUSMENT PAGE 17 FREEWHEEL LEVER PAGE 20 TYRES PAGE 30 WIDTH ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS PAGE 17 BASKET TILLER LOCK PAGE 12 16 ...

Page 16: ...e floorboard of the scooter 8 Pull the armrest downwards and allow it to gently settle back into position Note Before operating the scooter check that the tiller is not locked If locked release the tiller lock at the bottom of the tiller by moving it central to the tiller Getting off your scooter 1 Bring your scooter to a complete stop 2 Make sure that the on off switch or key switch is turned to ...

Page 17: ...rning corners Always reduce your speed when turning corners particularly when travelling downhill Disregard of this advice could lead to your scooter tipping over Kerb climbing Do not attempt to mount or dismount kerbs Always cross the road with caution taking the safest and most direct route Do not attempt to mount or dismount footpaths in reverse Hill climbing Where possible always travel up or ...

Page 18: ...straight at all times bend knees where required Batteries 1 Bend knees facing the battery pack keeping it central and in front of you 2 Ensure the battery lock is moved from lock position photo 4 to release position photo 5 3 Grab battery pack handle with one hand and lift battery upwards 4 Keeping back posture upright and bending knees if required carefully lift the battery pack clear 5 Place bat...

Page 19: ...harge your batteries in a room with good ventilation Do not charge your batteries in outdoor conditions Do not expose any part of your charger battery or scooter to direct heat i e Gas fires or naked flame Tyres Your scooter has solid tyres all round They do not require inflation It is good practice to inspect the tyres for damage or wear regularly Emergency Braking Turning off the power switch wh...

Page 20: ... switched on or used If you are in any doubt about your ability to drive the scooter due to any medical condition or treatment then consult your doctor Safety warning and user guidance Transportation De docking Whentransportingthescooterremoveseatand lowerthetiller Thebatterycanberemovedand therearendofscooterdismantled Always stow your scooter in the luggage compartment of your vehicle The tiller...

Page 21: ...ent The scooter features an adjustable tiller which allows you to lock the tiller in the most comfortable driving position This feature also lets you fold the tiller down fully for transportation and stowage The tiller release knob is located on the lower right side of the tiller 1 Support the tiller with your left hand 2 Turn the large grey tiller knob anti clockwise to release 3 Move the tiller ...

Page 22: ... a coloured graduated scale ranging from RED E through YELLOW to GREEN F As the scooter moves over differing terrain the Battery Gauge will dip up and down this is normal For a more accurate indication stop the scooter and note the reading GREEN indicates ready for use YELLOW indicates batteries to be charged as soon as possible RED indicates charge batteries immediately TIP If you find that your ...

Page 23: ...e of the throttle lever Note One hand operation requires careful concentration and is more tiring than normal operation Horn Button Pressing the yellow Horn button operates an audible buzzer Use this function to warn pedestrians of your presence when necessary On Off Switch Key Switch If your scooter has a key it is horizontal when in the on position photo 5 Make sure that this switch is in the OF...

Page 24: ...treme caution in the freewheel mode especially on slopes inclines Letting go of your scooter whilst it is in freewheel can cause the scooter to roll unexpectedly This could cause damage or bodily harm Caution It is advisable that during the first few sessions of operating your scooter that the area around you is clear of obstacles and pedestrians Before operating your scooter ensure the seat heigh...

Page 25: ...ff 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 steering in a tight spot such as entering a doorway or when turning around stop the scooter and then turn the handlebar to where you want to go then apply power gently This will make the scooter turn very sharply It is also recommended that the pre set sp...

Page 26: ...u are on a hill Note Automatic braking is not instantaneous and will engage within 1 2 a wheel turn once the scooter has stopped Emergency Braking In the unlikely event of an unwanted movement of the scooter switching off the On Off switch will bring the scooter to a stop Though very effective emergency braking is extremely abrupt and must never be used under normal circumstances Letting go of the...

Page 27: ...o reduce your speed when turning corners The anti tip devices fitted to the scooter must not be removed Travelling across slopes Care should be taken traversing across a slope Note Do not traverse across the face of a slope in excess of 9 for 4 wheel model and 6 for 3 wheel model Disregard of this advice could result in your scooter tipping Guidance for safe operation and use Use on the footpath W...

Page 28: ...emperature 6 Use and weight of accessories Transportation Your scooter may be disassembled quickly and simply for transportation by car i Lift off the front basket ii Remove the seat leaving the seat stem in position iii Remove the battery iv Lower the tiller using the adjustment lever to its lowest setting Photo 9 v The rear section can be de docked if necessary Photo 11 vi Stow the scooter safel...

Page 29: ...k is physically damaged please use extreme caution when handling it Leaking battery fluids are corrosive and toxic In such an event call your local dealer for assistance Please do not dispose of batteries in normal waste always recycle in accordance with local laws Maintenance free This is the type of battery used in the battery pack It uses GEL electrolyte which is totally sealed within the batte...

Page 30: ...ours then remove charger lead and ensure the battery pack is switched off 6 Failure to allow for recharge will damage the batteries and can lead to shortened distances and permanent failure 7 Do not top up the charge of your batteries during the day Wait until the evening for a full overnight charge Caution Always remember to remove the plug from your scooter after charging to prevent driving away...

Page 31: ...atteries on a level test surface and a user weight of 75kg The range figures stated should be seen as a theoretical maximum and could be reduced if any single or combination of the following circumstances occur 1 User weight heavier than 75kg 2 Batteries whose age and condition are less than perfect 3 The terrain is difficult or unsuitable e g very hilly sloping muddy ground gravel grass snow and ...

Page 32: ... is pressed in Important safety warnings Do not expose any part of the battery pack to direct heat i e naked flame gas fire Do not allow the batteries to freeze When charging always place on a hard surface in a room with good ventilation You should not charge your batteries in outdoor conditions Always use recommended batteries from your local authorised agent The off board charger must be kept dr...

Page 33: ...during charging If your scooter fails to respond to normal control after a charging period please check that the battery charger has been Photo 13 Photo 12 completely disconnected from the scooter New batteries must always be charged for 12 hours BEFORE first use WARNING NO SMOKING OR NAKED FLAMES WHEN CHARGING BATTERIES DON T TOUCH BATTERYPACK TERMINALS WITH METALOBJECTS REMOVE METALLIC JEWELLERY...

Page 34: ... pack terminals Clean and protect with petroleum jelly Ensure parking brake where fitted is correctly adjusted Check stabiliser wheels for wear Inspect motor brushes Full service by dealer Routine maintenance The following table gives an indication as to when routine maintenance checks should be made SIX M O N TH LY Storage When storing your scooter for long periods in excess of one week charge ba...

Page 35: ...9 MAX USER WEIGHT 250lb 115kg 250lb 115kg BATTERY PACK 12AH 12AH MAX SAFEANGLE 6 9 TURNRADIUS 32 44 SEAT BASE HEIGHT 12 16 5 12 16 5 MAX SPEED 4 mph 4 mph WHEEL SIZE FRONT 7 5 7 WHEEL SIZE REAR 7 5 7 5 RANGE 18km 11m 18km 11m OVERALL WEIGHT 39kg inc batteries 42kg inc batteries HEAVIEST PART 11kg 13kg Little Gem 3 Wheel ...

Page 36: ...ep mode Charger plugged in Button on battery pack popped out Disconnected loom or plugs Control system fault Electrical malfunction SOLUTION Charge batteries for eight hours or more Replace battery pack Replace battery pack Replace charger Contact local mobility dealer Check plugs and looms Try a wall socket in a different room Unplug from wall change fuse Switch off and press button back in Repla...

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Page 39: ...unrise Medical Limited Sunrise Business Park High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 E Mail sunmail sunmed co uk www sunrisemedical com Iss 7 23 03 2010 ...

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