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Fortress 1700 DT/TA 

 

 

 

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1  General safety regulations and instructions 

Handicare accepts no liability whatsoever for damage or injury caused by the 
failure to (strictly) adhere to the safety guidelines and instructions or else due to 
carelessness during the use and cleaning of the scooter and possible 
accessories. Depending on the specific operating circumstances or the 
accessories used, additional safety instructions may be required. Please contact 
your dealer immediately if you observe any potential danger during the use of 
the product. 

 

The user of the scooter (see under 'use according to purpose') is 
at all times fully responsible for the fulfilment of the locally 
applicable safety regulations and guidelines. 

1.1 

Labels and instructions on the scooter 

Signs, symbols and instructions placed on this scooter comprise part of its 
safety guidelines. They must never be covered or removed and must remain 
present and clearly legible throughout the entire life span of the scooter. 
 

 

Immediately replace or repair illegible or damaged labels, symbols and 
instructions. Contact your dealer with regard to this. 

1.2 

Technical specifications 

The technical specifications must not be altered. 

1.3 

Modifications 

Modifications to parts of this product are not permitted. 

1.4 

Safety 

To avoid accidents and undesirable situations, it is of great importance to pay 
attention to the following safety instructions. 
 

       Pay extra attention to driving on slopes:   
 

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Never drive the Fortress 1700 DT/TA up a slope with an angle 
greater than the guidelines listed on page 26 of this manual. 

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On slopes, always drive slowly and with great awareness. 

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Never drive down a slope at full speed. 

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Do not drive down slopes with loose gravel or a sandy surface, 
because one of the back wheels might slip. 

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Do not turn on a slope. 

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Never take a turn at full speed. Decrease speed when taking a turn. 

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When driving up a slope, assume a body position for increased  

Содержание Fortress 1700DT

Страница 1: ...O W N E R S M A N U A L 3 4 Wheel Scooters Issue 2 January 2008...

Страница 2: ...the right to changes and modifications The information provided is valid for the product in its standard version Handicare cannot be held liable for possible damage resulting from specifications of th...

Страница 3: ...4 1 Driving with the Fortress 1700 DT TA 18 4 1 1 Inspection before use 18 4 2 Operating Controls 19 4 2 1 Console 20 4 2 2 Switching on 23 4 2 3 Charging connection 23 4 3 Driving Procedures 24 4 3 1...

Страница 4: ...drest 42 5 2 Adjusting the steering tiller 43 6 Maintenance 44 6 1 Maintenance table 44 6 1 1 Batteries 44 6 1 2 Replacing the batteries 45 6 1 3 Cleaning the batteries 46 6 2 Tires 47 6 2 1 Inflating...

Страница 5: ...l With this manual you can safely use and maintain the product In case of doubt always contact your dealer In this manual the words left right front and back are used to indicate a certain part of the...

Страница 6: ...Fortress 1700 DT TA 6 Product Labels Pic 018433_1ML The product has the following decals and labels A Charging connection B Circuit breaker C Tire pressure wheels D Freewheel E Tiller angle adjustment...

Страница 7: ...ssure of the wheels see product specifications PIC 14550002M D Freewheel 1 Lever in the lower position The drive of the motor is disconnected the scooter can be pushed manually 2 Lever in the upper po...

Страница 8: ...nt or injury to the user PICDOC 010004110 en doc ATTENTION Suggestions that help specific procedures to be carried out more easily PICDOC 010004120 en doc Consult the specified information source s fi...

Страница 9: ...sure you have at hand Model Serial number This information is provided on the identification plate See diagram below PIC 018448ml Identification plate Product information can be found on plate A See I...

Страница 10: ...are defined as follows Component Warranty Period Frame Main Frame Weldment Lifetime Tiller Framing and Steering Structure 3 Years Non Pro rated Seat Plate 1 Year Drive System Duro Torque Motor and Di...

Страница 11: ...ealer within forty five 45 days of the event upon which any warranty claim is made Handicare reserves the right to refuse the warranty claim should the claim not satisfy the basic requirements The for...

Страница 12: ...1700 DT TA has a maximum speed of 6 mph TA model and 5 7 mph DT model PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE WELL ACQUAINTED WITH THE CONTENTS OF THIS OWNER S MANUAL BEFORE DRIVING THE FORTRESS 1700 DT TA If you us...

Страница 13: ...must never be covered or removed and must remain present and clearly legible throughout the entire life span of the scooter Immediately replace or repair illegible or damaged labels symbols and instr...

Страница 14: ...ghts in case of reduced visibility The scooter has been equipped with brake lights that light up when you brake Only use the indicator lights to indicate an intended change in driving direction Only u...

Страница 15: ...c and enamel Be aware of any objects that may protrude from the unit that could cause damage to your surroundings or to the unit itself Keep your scooter away from open flames 2 General Description Th...

Страница 16: ...keys and handles are located on the tiller F Lights When driving in the dark the lights should be turned on G Turn Signals To indicate a change in direction while driving H Detachable fixed mounted b...

Страница 17: ...Fortress 1700DT TA 17 4 wheel model F G E D H J C B K A I...

Страница 18: ...i Poorly inflated tires have a negative effect on the driving characteristics Poorly inflated tires cause higher power consumption depleting the batteries more quickly Poorly inflated tires cause unne...

Страница 19: ...onsole and then reinsert to restart the scooter If everything is in order the scooter can be driven 4 2 Operating controls Fig 000000030 The scooter is equipped with the following operating controls A...

Страница 20: ...chnology and offers reliable and useful functions for the operation of your scooter A Left right turn signals B Battery condition meter C Speed control D Lighting E Jack key F Horn G Hazard lights The...

Страница 21: ...to the controller It is normal that the meter goes down during conditions of initial acceleration as the extra load will cause the voltage to drop momentarily This momentary drop is not a true readin...

Страница 22: ...the exception of the hazard lights and the lighting only operate if the jack key has been inserted into the receptacle The hazard lights and the lighting will always work even if the jack key has not...

Страница 23: ...ack key receptacle as far as it will go A 4 2 3 Charging connection Fig 000000060 On the steering column underneath the console there is the charger connection port A to which the battery charger cabl...

Страница 24: ...reverse Fig 000000070 Switch on the scooter See Switching on The forward reverse handles are coloured Green forward driving Yellow reverse driving Forward driving Driving forward using finger control...

Страница 25: ...want to stop As soon as the scooter is stopped the automatic parking brake engages Remarks You can inspect the brakes by suddenly releasing the forward reverse lever When driving at a high speed you n...

Страница 26: ...ion for increased stability when driving up a slope This is done by leaning your upper body forward while you are driving up the slope This will increase the stability of the scooter The Increased Sta...

Страница 27: ...r attempt to go up or down a slope that has potential hazard such as a slopes that is covered in snow ice grass clippings or wet leaves If you notice a strong decrease in speed when driving up a slope...

Страница 28: ...d for the back wheels to be able to move up onto the sidewalk as well If you cannot drive up onto the sidewalk find a lower part that is less steep where you can Any obstacle should be taken in forwar...

Страница 29: ...r level This will cause the scooter to become unstable 4 3 5 Overload Shutdown In case of overload caused by wrong or long term use in hot conditions the circuit breaker will be activated causing the...

Страница 30: ...l position if it is on a slope 4 3 8 Charging the batteries For charging see the following documentation Regulations concerning the batteries User manual for the battery charger or the instructions on...

Страница 31: ...ave reached 80 of their capacity after an 8 12 hours charging time When the batteries are charged Switch off the battery charger if applicable Unplug the battery charger from the wall socket of the ma...

Страница 32: ...Turn back the seat as described above When the seat has been turned to its original position it will click back into place This way it cannot inadvertently turn while driving The seat is provided wit...

Страница 33: ...provided with a unique safety feature that prevents the scooter from rolling too quickly while in the free wheel position If the scooter begins to roll while in the free wheel position the motor brak...

Страница 34: ...e Now you are able to drive the Fortress 1700 DT TA again 4 6 Disassembling the scooter for storage and or transport To be able to store the Fortress 1700 DT TA in a small space or transport it in a s...

Страница 35: ...please re check the instructions and try again Disassembly Procedure Remove the battery cover by releasing the elastic strap on the front of the cover and releasing the Velcro attachments on each side...

Страница 36: ...ver toward the rear of the scooter to expose its underside Locate the connector for the rear lighting and disconnect it The rear cover can now be completely removed Disconnect the red and black Batter...

Страница 37: ...they appear Unplug the main cable before disconnecting the scooter To separate the front frame from the rear frame locate the locking latch in the middle of the battery compartment area Push and hold...

Страница 38: ...part of the front frame with the other hand Lift the front frame off of the rear frame and simply roll the front section away from the rear by maintaining balance on the front wheel 4 6 3 Folding dow...

Страница 39: ...are properly secured with the hold down straps All Electrical connections are secure 4 7 Transporting the scooter assembled To transport the Fortress 1700 DT TA fully assembled in a vehicle that is s...

Страница 40: ...nt options XXXXXX 010500000 en doc Seat adjustments The Fortress 1700 DT TA seat offers a number of adjustment options to increase sitting and driving comfort The following may be adjusted A Seat heig...

Страница 41: ...adjustment release the handle to secure the backrest in the position you have chosen Attention Be aware when operating the handle when the seat is unoccupied The backrest is spring operated and will...

Страница 42: ...n armrest turn the knob counter clockwise Push the detent button and raise or lower the armrest into one of three positions After selecting the new height re tighten knobs and ensure the armrests are...

Страница 43: ...h one hand while at the same time pulling the steering tiller towards you with the other until the most comfortable position is reached Release the handle in the chosen position Then release the steer...

Страница 44: ...e turning system of the seat to do this the seat must be removed See Removing the seat Lithium grease is recommended X It is recommended that your scooter is serviced by your dealer at least once a ye...

Страница 45: ...short trips or even none at all the batteries are at the end of their life span Replace them as soon as possible Contact your dealer he knows exactly which batteries are most suitable for your scoote...

Страница 46: ...cid free Vaseline Replace the cover As soon as the new batteries are placed the batteries must be charged See Charging the batteries Avoid metal parts from coming into contact with the battery termina...

Страница 47: ...ection of the tires see the maintenance table After inflating the tires always make sure to replace the cap back on the valve to avoid dirt and sand entering the valve 6 3 Cleaning Procedures Removing...

Страница 48: ...approaching the dealer Possible cause Action Action to be taken by The jack key is not properly inserted into the jack key receptacle Put the jack key into the receptacle properly Yourself The connec...

Страница 49: ...0000180 The scooter has been equipped with an automatic circuit breaker A In normal circumstances the automatic circuit breaker will not pop out and the scooter will be ready for use When the electric...

Страница 50: ...oter after this you may drive on Make sure however to avoid obstacles and hills If the automatic circuit breaker pops out again after the motor was allowed to cool off there may be a short circuit In...

Страница 51: ...lephones while the electric scooter is switched on 2 Avoid transmitters such as radio and TV stations in the neighbourhood Do not get too close 3 If any unintended movements should occur or if the bra...

Страница 52: ...ty sideways 15 15 Energy consumption theoretic maximum distance 30 miles 50km 30 miles 50 km Dynamic stability on slopes 12 12 Climbing capacity for obstacles 3 3 Maximal speed forward 1700 TA 6 mph 6...

Страница 53: ...eel 10 x 3 Diameter front wheel 4 wheel 10 x 3 Diameter rear wheels 10 x 3 Tire pressure 4 wheels front 40 psi Tire pressure 4 wheels rear 40 psi Tire pressure 3 wheels front 40 psi Tire pressure 3 wh...

Страница 54: ...port If you have any problems or questions concerning this product please contact your dealer For information about a dealer in your area contact Handicare Canada Canadian Office Handicare Inc 355 Nor...

Страница 55: ...Serial Model Colour Date Tel 416 739 8333 1 800 514 7061 Fax 416 739 6622 1 888 251 9187 E mail info handicare ca www handicare ca...

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