Grande
Model – TE-9AS
USER MANUAL
Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using
the scooter.
June 2014
Rev 1
Страница 1: ...Grande Model TE 9AS USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter June 2014 Rev 1 ...
Страница 2: ... angle adjustment 8 Arm height adjustment 8 Tiller Controls 9 Brake Release Freewheel Operation 11 Starting to Drive Getting Started 12 Moving Off 13 Steering 13 Reversing 13 Ramps Slopes 13 Surfaces 13 Transferring 13 Storage 14 Batteries and Battery Charger 14 15 Maintenance 15 Troubleshooting Fuses 16 Check List 16 Further Information 17 Technical Specification 18 Warranty 2 ...
Страница 3: ...f gravity The Grande is a Class 3 invalid carriage and is not legally defined as a motor vehicle and therefore the user is not required to possess a driving license It is exempt from MOT certification It must however be registered with the DVLA and display a nil duty vehicle license tax disk A Class 3 invalid carriage can only be used by a person suffering from some physical defect or physical dis...
Страница 4: ... head 2 Hand brake 3 Captains seat with recline and adjustable width armrests 4 Indicators 5 Anti tippers 6 12 5 Wide profile pneumatic wheels non marking tyres 7 Front and rear suspension 8 LED headlights 9 Detachable front basket 5 6 7 1 8 9 4 ...
Страница 5: ... slippery Turn sharply at full speed Exit or enter the scooter unless the power is switched off Switch off the power whilst driving this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly see emergency procedures page 16 Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk Attempt to climb or descend kerbs except drop down kerbs Use the scooter if under the influence of alcohol or any medication Use a mob...
Страница 6: ...t Slide The seat has a lockable swivel base to allow easier transfers Simply lift the lever and rotate the seat at the same time Releasing the lever will allow the seat to lock in position The seat locks in 90 degree intervals Always ensure the seat is in a locked position before mounting or dis mounting the scooter The seat should always be locked facing forward whilst driving To adjust the seat ...
Страница 7: ...e securing screw Re fit the seat as above The higher the seat is adjusted stability may be affected due to the higher centre of gravity Arm Width Adjustments On each side of the seat towards the back there are two hand knobs these are to adjust the width of the armrests or to remove then for transport Turn the hand knobs anti clockwise to loosen Once the knobs are loose you will be able to adjust ...
Страница 8: ...e of the armpad to the most comfortable position Tighten the locking nut to fix the angle of the armpad Armrest Height Adjustment At the back of each arm upright you will see the adjustment hand knob Completely undo the handknob and adjust to the required height Reinsert the handknob and fully tighten ensuring it locates into one of the holes in the arm upright 8 ...
Страница 9: ...tor Gauge This gauge gives you a guide to the amount of charge left in the scooters batteries This will give the truest reading when the scooter is in motion Always fully charge the batteries before driving your scooter and never let the batteries become completely drained as this may cause permanent damage to the batteries Hazard Indicators Pressing the button will activate the hazard warning lig...
Страница 10: ...er more pressure more speed Release the lever and the scooter will automatically come to a safe stop as the electromagnetic brake is applied Always release the lever if the scooter behaves erratically Horn Button The button operates the scooters horn This should only be used to warn others of your presence and not as a rebuke of any form Hi Low Speed Switch This will switch the scooter between a m...
Страница 11: ...ion The yellow brake release lever is situated at the right rear of the scooter This lever allows you to disengage the drive mechanism and push the scooter in freewheel mode To disengage the drive push the lever to the floor The scooter can now be pushed Simply pull the lever up to re engage the drive mechanism the scooter can now be driven The scooter will not operate when the lever is in the dis...
Страница 12: ...generative braking As above the scooter can only be moved at a walking pace when in freewheel mode Starting to Drive Getting Started Note You must fully charge the batteries prior to first use see Batteries and Charging Select an area with plenty of space Mount the scooter by lifting the arm and sliding onto the seat Ensure the seat is securely locked in the forward facing position before driving ...
Страница 13: ...oter can turn very tightly with complete stability at slow speeds Caution NEVER turn sharply at high speeds as it can make the scooter unstable The maximum speed should be set at 50 Reversing Before reversing ensure the area behind the scooter is free from any obstacles or hazards Adjust the speed setting to low before you reverse Steer wide of all corners and obstacles Caution Do not reverse onto...
Страница 14: ...ation while the scooter is moving Note Batteries recommended by SHOPRIDER MUST be used if they need to be replaced An authorised SHOPRIDER dealer must carry out battery replacement Battery Charger Charge the batteries completely 8 12 hours prior to first use Batteries supplied with your scooter are specially designed for use on powerchairs and scooters and require an automatic battery charger Thes...
Страница 15: ...your local authority Maintenance Product Life Expectancy Your scooter has been designed to provide the user with a long reliable life provided it is correctly maintained and regularly serviced by an authorised dealer However due to inevitable wear and tear and technological improvements it is recommended that the average useable life of this scooter is five years General Cleaning The shrouds and s...
Страница 16: ...s are firmly fixed Battery level shows full charge Freewheeling device is in the drive position Circuit breaker has not tripped If the freewheel device has been operated with the scooter switched on the scooter will not operate until the key switch has been turned off and on again Note Should your scooter fail to operate after checking these possible problems consult your local SHOPRIDER dealer im...
Страница 17: ...or shed to protect the chassis and other components from corrosion Do not leave the scooter outside during rainstorms If the scooter is wet wipe with a dry cloth to ensure there is no ingress of water into the internal components of the scooter During everyday use do not use in rain showers or travel through puddles Avoid use in areas where the scooter could become contaminated with sand or abrasi...
Страница 18: ... you Remember the stopping distance of your scooter and always allow enough space to stop safely to avoid collisions with pedestrians or other objects Technical Specification Class 1 Medical Device Class 2 Indoor Outdoor Vehicle Overall Size Seat Dimensions Length 1400mm 55 Width 460mm 18 Width 670mm 26 Depth 430mm 17 Height Max to top of seat 1360mm 54 Seat to floor pan 470mm 18 5 570mm 22 5 Batt...
Страница 19: ...Notes 19 ...
Страница 20: ...Companys discretion free of charge Any unauthorised modifications will invalidate the warranty Parts which are subjected to normal wear and tear accidental damage neglect or misuse are excluded from this warranty Normal wear and tear includes tyres chassis covers bulbs seat coverings etc Component parts replaced outside this period carry a six month warranty Standard terms and conditions apply for...