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Venus 3, Venus 4 

  

2014-03 

 

 

Page 21 

 

3.4  Adjusting the steering column 

The steering column can be adjusted in many different angles (stepless) to suit each driver. 

L

 

WARNING: Risk of injury - Never adjust the angle while you are driving. 

L

 

WARNING: Risk of injury - Turn the scooter off before you adjust the angle of the 

 steering 

column. 

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WARNING: Risk of injury - Do not lean with your whole body on the steering column. 

 

 

 

1. Loosen 

the 

starknob 

. 

2.  Adjust the steering column in the desired position. 

3.  Tighten the starknob 

 to secure the steering 

column. 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

3.5  Mounting / removing the shopping basket 

Mounting shopping basket: 
1.  Grasp the shopping basket 

. 

2.  Mount the shopping basket 

 with the holes on the 

hooks of the attachment plate 

. 

3.  Check the shopping basket 

 is mounted very well. 

 

Removing shopping basket: 
1.  Grasp the shopping basket 

. 

2.  Pull the shopping basket 

 upwards until it comes out  

the hooks of the attachment plate 

. 

 

 

 

3.6  Adjusting the seat 

L

 

WARNING: Risk of injury - Never perform adjustments while you are driving. 

L

 

WARNING: Risk of injury - Make sure that the seat is locked securely. 

 

Remove seat (Fig. A) 

1.  Pull the seat lever 

 upwards. 

2. Turn the seat 

 a little bit and lift the seat out the adjustment bar 

. 

3.  Release the seat lever 

.

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Venus 3

Page 1: ...VERMEIREN Venus 3 4 I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ... product sold Version A 2014 03 All rights reserved including translation No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form what so ever print photocopy microfilm or any other process without written permission of the publisher or processed duplicated or distributed by using electronic systems N V Vermeiren N V 2014 ...

Page 3: ...ing the scooter 12 2 8 Driving the scooter on ramps 15 2 9 Driving the scooter over steps 15 2 10 Operator control 16 2 11 Neutral 17 2 12 Transport in the car 17 2 13 Automatic Power shut down 18 2 14 Charging the batteries 18 3 Installation and adjustment 20 3 1 Tools 20 3 2 Manner of delivery 20 3 3 Mounting removing rear frame 20 3 4 Adjusting the steering column 21 3 5 Mounting removing the s...

Page 4: ...of the scooter This manual will help you get acquainted with the operation of your scooter Following the user instructions and the maintenance instructions are an essential part of the warranty This manual reflects the latest product developments Vermeiren has the right to introduce changes without the obligation to adapt or replace previously delivered models For any further questions please cons...

Page 5: ...l requirements body size and weight max 130 kg physical and psychological condition residential circumstances environment should be taken into consideration Your scooter should be used on flat surfaces where all wheels are touching the ground and where there is sufficient contact to propel the wheels equally You should practice for use on uneven surfaces cobblestones etc slopes curves and to get p...

Page 6: ...t on the surfaces provided for them during the drive L Do not use your scooter in snowing misty heavy windy conditions or at night L When storing or parking your scooter outside protect it with a shrouding cover against humidity L High levels of humidity or very cold conditions can reduce the performance of your scooter L Use your scooter strictly in accordance with regulations Avoid driving strai...

Page 7: ...antled height Front frame 380 mm Rear frame 230 mm Front frame 380 mm Rear frame 230 mm Total mass 43 kg 46 kg Mass of heaviest part that can be dismantled or removed 35 1 kg without seat basket or 25 7 kg without seat basket and batteries 38 1 kg without seat basket or 28 7 kg without seat basket and batteries Masses of parts that can be dismantled or removed Seat 7 4 kg Battery housing 9 4 kg Sh...

Page 8: ...ng temperature of the electronics 10 C to 40 C Storage and use humidity 30 We reserve the right to introduce technical changes Measurement tolerance 15 mm 1 5 kg The theoretical driving distance will be reduced if the scooter is used frequently on slopes rough ground or to climb curbs Maximum driving distance is based on an ambient temperature of 20 C a 75 kg driver and a brand new fully recharged...

Page 9: ...rest Armpad 3 Seat 4 Rear frame 5 Anti tipping 6 Rear wheels 7 Battery housing 8 Footplate 9 Front wheel 10 Lever angle adjustment steering column 11 Shopping basket 12 Speed lever 13 Handgrips 14 Operator panel 15 Knob blocking steering wheels 16 Lever neutral driving ...

Page 10: ... housing to see the identification plate 1 7 Explanation of symbols Not intended to be used as a seat in a Motor vehicle Maximum mass Indoor and outdoor use Maximum safe slope CE conformity Maximum speed Type designation Warning Do not Pinch hands fingers Separate recovery and recycling of electric and electronic devices 1 Identification plate ...

Page 11: ...magnetic fields e g electricity generators or high power sources L WARNING Avoid using any portable TV or radio in the immediate environment of your scooter for as long as it is turned on L WARNING Avoid using any transmitter receiver or cell phones in the immediate environment of your scooter for as long as it is turned on L WARNING Check the area for transmitter masts and avoid using the scooter...

Page 12: ...immunity level the greater the protection At this time current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V m immunity level which would provide useful protection from the more common sources of radiated EMI This powered vehicle model as shipped with no further modification has an immunity level of 20 V m without any accessories 2 2 Carrying the scooter Turn the scooter OFF before carrying T...

Page 13: ...ront wheels see Locking steering wheels chapter Remove the rear frame from the front frame see Mounting removing rear frame chapter To reassemble please proceed as follows Place the free wheel mode lever in the drive position Mount the rear and front frame in each other see Mounting removing rear frame chapter Move the steering column upwards see Adjusting the steering column chapter Mount the sho...

Page 14: ...it down on the seat and verify that both armpads are folded down so you can rest your arms on them 6 Insert contact key and turn to the right 7 Check the battery indicator and see that there is enough power for your trip If not enough capacity recharge the batteries before departure Now put the speed switch on the operator control to the minimum position Your scooter is now ready for use Only use ...

Page 15: ... on private ground Braking To brake let go of the speed drive lever which will let it return to the zero position and slow down your scooter to a gentle stop Practice pulling away and braking to get accustomed to the scooter You need to be able to estimate how your scooter will react when you drive or brake Do not turn your scooter OFF while driving as this will lead to an emergency stop and possi...

Page 16: ... directly from the front and to avoid tipping over see that all wheels stay in contact with the ground at all times ramps driveways etc Always lean forward when climbing a steep gradient Your scooter is powered through a differential Both drive wheels should therefore stay in contact with the ground at all times Should one of the drive wheels no longer be in contact with the ground a safety device...

Page 17: ...mage L WARNING Risk of injury Note that the considerable weight of the electric scooter generated large reverse forces when an attendant is pushing the scooter over the ramps L WARNING Risk of injury Be sure that the wheel height is high enough to get over the free height of the ramps The scooter frame may not touch the ramps L WARNING Risk of injury Do not drive onto steep ramps greater than the ...

Page 18: ...you drive with your scooter Repeated starting stopping climbing will consume the power more quickly Now turn the speed switch to the desired driving speed Do not adjust the speed while driving a sudden change in speed may cause danger to you and others or may damage the scooter Grasp the handgrips Pull the drive lever with your fingers toward the handgrips right lever for forward movement left lev...

Page 19: ...ed driving is now possible Neutral 1 Switch the ON OFF key OFF 2 Put the motor stop lever on neutral see label This separates the motor from the gears 3 The scooter can now be pushed without electronic drive 2 12 Transport in the car L DANGER Risk of injury The scooter is not suited for use as a seat in a motor vehicle L WARNING Risk of injury Remove all loose parts prior to transportation L WARNI...

Page 20: ...efore its first time use The light emitting diode LEDs in the steering column indicates the remaining capacity of your batteries If the battery charger is turned on and no LED s are lit check the fuse If the red LED does not illuminate the charger is defective consult your specialist dealer Recharge the batteries on a daily basis and in a well ventilated space not directly exposed to sunlight Do n...

Page 21: ...ing before it is complete The manufacturer shall decline all liability for damage caused by incorrect charging Use only genuine original batteries We do not accept any liability for damage caused by using batteries not supplied by us Do not expose the batteries to temperatures below 10 Celsius or above 50 Celsius If the batteries are opened all liability of the manufacturer is voided as well as an...

Page 22: ...wheels Footplate Seat backrest Batteries motor 2x Shopping basket Accessories Manual 3 3 Mounting removing rear frame L WARNING Risk of injury Be carefull that you do not pinch your fingers hands between the frame L CAUTION Risk of injury Check that the front and rear frame is fixated properly Removing rear frame 1 Pull the locking plate upwards 2 Move the front frame a little bit backwards by hol...

Page 23: ... to secure the steering column 3 5 Mounting removing the shopping basket Mounting shopping basket 1 Grasp the shopping basket 2 Mount the shopping basket with the holes on the hooks of the attachment plate 3 Check the shopping basket is mounted very well Removing shopping basket 1 Grasp the shopping basket 2 Pull the shopping basket upwards until it comes out the hooks of the attachment plate 3 6 ...

Page 24: ...time keep the seat lever pressed in 3 Release the seat lever 4 Check that the seat is firmly secured Swivel seat Fig A 1 Pull the seat lever upwards 2 Turn the seat in the desired direction 3 Release the seat lever 4 Swivel the seat again until it locks in position 5 Check that the seat is firmly secured 1 Seat lever 2 Seat 3 Adjustment bar Fig A ...

Page 25: ...4 Replace the screw 5 Check the adjustment bar is locked securely 6 Replace the seat on the adjustment bar 3 7 Folding the backrest L WARNING Risk of injury Never perform adjustments while you are driving L WARNING Risk of injury Be careful you do not pinch your fingers at the rear of the backrest when pulling the backrest in the upright position see label Push the backrest forward to fold the bac...

Page 26: ...ss 4 Retighten the star knob 5 Check that the armrest is fixated very well 3 9 Locking steering wheels L CAUTION Risk of injury Put the steering wheels back on unlocked when you want to drive with your scooter When you want to place the scooter fully assembled in the car you can lock the steering wheels 1 Pull the locking knob out locking knob is located on the bottom of the steering column 2 Turn...

Page 27: ...ted could also cause the device to jump out Likewise if you keep on driving with the engine brake on it could result in overload The maximum values not to exceed are indicated in the chapter Technical Specifications of the corresponding manual To be able to use the scooter again remove the overload and wait till the motor has cooled off Then gently press the thermal safety mechanism back in Your s...

Page 28: ...ctronic system of your scooter Be sure the battery cables are connected to the right battery 1 Unlock the battery lock part with the knob 2 Rotate the battery lock part 3 Lift the battery housing out the scooter with the handgrip on the battery housing 4 Loosen the battery housing by loosen the 8 screws on the bottom side of the battery housing 5 Disconnect the plugs from the battery cables 6 Chan...

Page 29: ...n your scooter 2 Remove excessive loads 3 Do not drive in extreme environments 1 2 Throttle Contact your dealer 1 3 Speed limit switch Contact your dealer 1 4 Battery voltage too low 1 Charge the battery 2 Check connections of battery or controller 1 5 Battery voltage too high 1 Replace battery 2 Check that the charger is not attached to the scooter 2 1 Controller Contact your dealer 2 3 Controlle...

Page 30: ...Venus 3 Venus 4 2014 03 Page 28 5 Declaration of conformity ...

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