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EasyTravel Elite – ET1E

 User’s Manual 

Rev. 0708 

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9.  EMI – ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE 

CAUTION: 

It is important that  you read this information regarding the possi-

ble effects of electromagnetic interference on your 

EasyTravel Elite

 

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources 

Motorized scooters may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), 

which  is  interfering  electromagnetic  energy  (EM)  emitted  from  sources  such 

as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way ra-

dios,  and  cellular  phones.  The  interference  (from  radio  wave  sources)  can 

cause scooters to release their brakes, come to a sudden stop, or move in an 

uncontrolled manner. It can also permanently damage a scooter’s control sys-

tem. The intensity of the interfering EM energy can be measured in volts per 

motor (V/m). Each Motorized scooter can resist EMI up to a certain intensity. 

This is called its “immunity level". The higher the immunity  level, the greater 

the protection. The FDA has stated that all newly manufactured electric mobil-

ity  vehicle models should have a resistance of at least 20 V/m, which  would 

provide a reasonable degree of protection from the more common sources of 

radiated EMI. 

 

Your 

EasyTravel  Elite

  as  shipped,  with  no  further  modification,  has  an  im-

munity level of 20 V/m. This immunity was tested with the inclusion of these 

accessories:  a  utility  basket  with  a  spare  battery-pack  and  the  charger  unit 

carried inside it. 

 

There  are  a  number  of  sources  of  relatively  intense  electromagnetic 

fields in the everyday environment. Some of these sources are obvious 

and  easy  to  avoid.  Others  are  not  apparent  and  exposure  is  unavoid-

able.  However,  we  believe  that  by  following  the  warnings  listed  below, 

your risk to EMI will be minimized. 

Summary of Contents for EasyTravel Elite ET1E

Page 1: ...Elite USER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...EasyTravel Elite ET1E User s Manual Rev 0708 2...

Page 3: ...ding Instructions 7 5 Operating Your EasyTravel Elite 11 6 Moving and Transporting Your EasyTravel Elite 15 7 Helpful Hints for Everyday Use 16 8 General Maintenance and Inspection 17 9 EMI Electromag...

Page 4: ...FETY During your initial use of the EasyTravel Elite we recommend caution as you practice operating the unit in various situations Keep the speed at a reduced level until you are comfortable controlli...

Page 5: ...vel Elite and transfer yourself to a vehicle seat 3 SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND DETAILS 3 1 EasyTravel Elite parts Figure 1 1 Battery pack detachable 11 Rear wheel 2 Front column detachable 12 Folded frame...

Page 6: ...2 Hand control lever right and left 3 Speed adjusting knob 4 Indicator light LED 5 Battery Gauge 6 Hand grips 3 3 EasyTravel Elite Optional Accessories 1 Extra battery pack BELL If the user requires...

Page 7: ...al po sition Unfolding Front Column Pull the column lock triggers Fig 4 3 upward towards the handle to release the tilt lock Move the drive unit away from the column all the way to open the quick rele...

Page 8: ...r most positions 2 For getting in and out of the Easy Travel Elite seat comfortably the column may be moved away from the seat to the entry exit position 3 For detaching the front column from the rear...

Page 9: ...tep 2 Hold handgrip of front column Fig 7 2 in the Operating or En try Exit position and push forward away from seat to fold plat form upwards Step 3 Grasp platform handle Fig 7 3 and pull column lock...

Page 10: ...1 to release platform and rest front wheels on floor Step 2 Pull the seat backrest and lift it upright Fig 8 2 Step 3 Grasp top of seat backrest Fig 8 3 and pull column lock triggers Fig 8 4 to releas...

Page 11: ...the bottom of the handle control cover displays bat tery status and fault indications as follows Indicator light steady This indicates that all is well Indicator light flashes slowly The controller is...

Page 12: ...o a stop and the EasyTravel Elite brake will be applied automatically To operate in reverse pull the left side of the hand control lever towards you Fig 10 2 5 5 Safety considerations when driving you...

Page 13: ...connected on the EasyTravel Elite see instruction 1 below or directly instruction 2 1 Plug the charging connector into the EasyTravel Elite charging socket and then connect the charger to an electrica...

Page 14: ...least once every three months Store batteries indoors in a dry environment Storage temperature range 20 C 4 F to 40 C 104 F Charging temperature range 0 C 32 F to 40 C 104 F Operating temperature ran...

Page 15: ...light Fig 9 4 See section 4 2 WARNING The Freewheel switch should never be engaged on a slope CAUTION The seat back must remain in the upright position 6 2 Walking your EasyTravel Elite in the folded...

Page 16: ...ramp or incline Be aware that not all ramps are constructed according to Government standards The Government standard for wheelchair ramps is 2 5 cm 1 inch rise per 30 cm 1 foot Lower the speed settin...

Page 17: ...zed dealer Weekly Checks 1 Throttle test Pull the throttle to the full speed position and switch ON the Power switch The EasyTravel Elite should not move and the LED on the panel should flash If the E...

Page 18: ...pins and springs on front column 3 Check for tire wear Overload Fuses The electric circuits of the EasyTravel Elite are provided with two overload protection fuses Replacement of the fuses is only pe...

Page 19: ...y can be measured in volts per motor V m Each Motorized scooter can resist EMI up to a certain intensity This is called its immunity level The higher the immunity level the greater the protection The...

Page 20: ...mmercial broad cast transmitters radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur HAM radios NOTE Other types of hand held devices such as cordless phones laptop computers AM FM radios TV sets CD pla...

Page 21: ...ommunication devices such an cellular phones while your EasyTravel Elite is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintend...

Page 22: ...tor has a short circuit to a battery connection 4 flashes Freewheel is engaged 5 flashes Not used 6 flashes The controller is being inhibited from driving this may be because the battery charger is co...

Page 23: ...uthorized recycling facilities 12 TECHNICAL DATA The actual range depends on the operation conditions and the load Speed Continuously adjustable up to 6 km h 3 7 mph Power Supply 24 V from two recharg...

Page 24: ...maintenance or modification are not covered by the warranty For safety and for warranty assurance reasons any modifications and repair of the EasyTravel Elite or its components must be performed excl...

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