Innovative Mobility Products SmartScooter Manuale dell'operatore

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Version 1.7

INNOVATIVE MOBILITY PRODUCTS LLC

WWW.SMARTSCOOT.COM

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WARNING-THE RISK OF INJURY

SmartScootTM was designed to make every day mobility easy. However, there are certain

risks that

users

should

be

aware

of

when

operating a SmartScoot™

such

as

injury

from

loss

of

control, tipping over, collisions or falls. It is your responsibility to learn how to safely ride the

SmartScootTM to help reduce these risks.

Our

website

and

support

materials

outline

the

potential

hazards

of

driving

the

SmartScoot

TM. Prior

to

riding

the

SmartScootTM,

take

time to thoroughly read and

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A mobility scooter is not a toy. It is an electrically powered scooter and failure to follow

safe

operating

procedures

and

safety

warnings

at

all

times

could

result

in

serious

personal injury or

death in addition to the injury or death of others. Driving a mobility scooter requires a

combination

of

healthy

traits

and

abilities, including but not limited to:

good

vision;

strength;

coordination;

balance

and concentration. If you have these traits and abilities you are on the right track.

Additionally, to safely operate the SmartScootTM, you must be able to:

understand all

of these materials including this Users Instruction Manual which sets forth

safety instructions.

Any questions regarding information contained in this Manual, on our

website, in support materials, about the SmartScoot™ and related equipment, and all other

questions should be sent in writing to [email protected] or called in to our customer service

representatives at (855) 726-6866 (855) SCOOT66.

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Read

and

understand

all

SmartScoot

TM

reference

materials,

including

this

Users Instruction Manual and all SmartScoot™safety instructions contained in

this Manual.

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Stand and walk independently or with limited assistance.

• Havesufcienthandstrengthtooperatethethrottleandbrake.

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Maintain and shift balance to accommodate inclines, declines and turns as described in the

Users Instruction Manual and all SmartScoot™safety instructions.

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Steer and control the mobility scooter.

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See pedestrians and vehicles.

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Judge speeds, distances and slopes.

• Recognize hazards and obstacles in your path.

• Be patient enough to slow down, stop and wait whenever necessary.

• Mount or dismount the mobility scooter without assistance or risk of falling.

• Easily get the mobility scooter in and out of its storage place.

Use both

hands on the handle bars.

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Congratulations on the purchase of your SmartScootTM. Please read this Users Instruction

Manual carefully

before

attempting

to

operate

your

SmartScootTM.

This Manual

contains important information regarding the safe operation of your scooter including

safety and training information, battery use and charging and maintenance of your

scooter. Read, understand and pay careful attention to our safety and training sections

and follow

them diligently. Any questions regarding any information contained in this

Manual or other questions in general should be sent in writing to info@smartscoot.com or

called in to our customer service representatives at (855) 726-6866 (855-SCOOT66)

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Warnings and Disclaimers

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions

SmartScoot™Features

Unpacking Your SmartScoot ™

Assembling Your SmartScoot™

Adjusting Your SmartScoot™

Folding and Lifting Your SmartScoot™

Operating Your SmartScoot™

Getting Started – Learning to Drive Your SmartScoot™

Getting About with Your SmartScoot™

Air Travel

SmartScoot™Storage Luggage Rack, Basket and Cane Holder

Battery and

Battery Charging

ProductSpecifications

Limited Warranty

Trouble Shooting and Maintenance

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The

below

instructions

and

tips

will

help

you

to

operate

the

SmartScootTM

safely.

PLEASE NOTE -

the

SmartScootTM scooter is designed to be used by one person

at a time and is not recommended for any person younger than 16 years old.

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Read this Manual and all safety and training instructions and all warning labels before

operating the SmartScootTM

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Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum weight capacity.

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Do

not

mount

or

dismount

the

SmartScootTM

unless

it

is

resting

at

a

complete

stop

and

is turned off.

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Comply with all local laws and regulations while operating the SmartScootTM.

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Check that all folding levers and clamps are securely locked before use.

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Always slow down before changing directions and turning.

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Always keep your feet on the foot rests when driving the SmartScootTM.

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Always approach small obstacles straight on and at slow speeds. Do not attempt to drive

over curbs, potholes, puddles or any other road hazards. Use common sense when operating

the SmartScootTM. Reckless driving can result in an accident!

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Reduce speeds through turns or while changing directions.

The

SmartScootTM

is

designed

to

go

over

ﬂat,

paved

or carpeted

surfaces

only.

Do

not

attempt

to

go

over

curbs, through

potholes,

puddles

or

any

other

road

hazard.

You should

not

maneuver

around

these

hazards,

stop

the scooter, dismount it and walk the

scooter around the hazard. Attempting to go over hazards

will cause the unit to tip over.

The

SmartScootTM

is

not

designed

to

go

up

steep

inclines. Attempting

to

drive

up

steep

inclines

can

cause

the

unit to lose momentum.

The

SmartScootTM

was

designed

for

ﬂat,

paved

or

carpeted surfaces. Do not drive the unit on grass, gravel, or

any other textured or bumpy surfaces.

Use caution when driving the scooter over wet surfaces.

Avoid puddles or potential icy conditions. If rain cannot be

avoided, reduce your speed and allow for more stopping

distance.

SAFETY WARNINGS

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FOLDABLE

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Holder

(Please note - Light now

located on the handlebar)

(Please note - light now

located on the handlebar)

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R SMARTSCOOT™

The

SmartScootTM

arrives

is

a

strong

dual

walled

carton.

Carefully

cut

the

packaging

straps from the carton using a scissors and then cut the packing tape to allow access. The

scooter arrives fully folded. The package also includes the adjustable seat, battery charger,

removable basket, basket hardware, luggage rack and Allen wrenches. The battery may be

shipped separately. Accordingly, you will find packaged:

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The

Folded scooter

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The

Adjustable Seat and Seat back

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The

Battery (in some cases, the battery may be shipped separately)

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The

Battery Charger

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The

Basket and Hardware

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The

Luggage Rack

Allen Wrenches

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Our product is carefully packaged to ensure that the SmartScootTM arrives in perfect condition.

1. Using a scissors, carefully cut the white wire ties from the product. CAUTION – Do

not cut the black wire ties.

These

are

used

to

route

the

wiring

throughout

the

Scooter.

2. Remove and discard all inner corrugated and other packing materials.

3. If needed, unpack and install the two adjustable rear wheel and axles into the scooter frame

as detailed on page 12.

4. Liftthescooterfrom the center bar outoftheboxandplaceitonalevelatsurface.

Removetherestoftheitems from the box making sure that the above items are present.

Inspect all items before using and take full responsibility for assuring that the equipment is in

good working order and is safe to use.

5. Your battery arrives half charged. Make sure it is fully charged before use.

PLEASE NOTE - Any and all returns must be authorized in advance. The original receipt is

required for any and all returns. The scooter must be returned in its original box.

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1.

Lift

the

steering

column

to

its

upright

position

until it locks in place.

2.

Pull the latch upwards

threading

the

bolt

through

the

center of the locking system.

3.

Turning the lever to the right or left, press down

on the lever to secure the steering column.

4. The steering locking system may loosen with use. Check

frequently and make sure it is tight.

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1.

Take

the

seat back

and

slide

it

into

the

slot

underneath

the

seat.

Tighten

the

black

knob

to

secure

the

seat back

to

the

seat. Lift

the seat

back to its upright position. See Figure 1.

2.

Find the seat post and remove the top locking

pin from the post .To remove the pin, continually

press

down

the

small

knob

on

the

end

of

the

pin until the pin is removed completely from the

system. See Figure 2.

3.

Insert the seat into the attached

seat

post.

Turn the lever on the left while holding the screw

on the right. This tightens the

locking system.

Grab hold of the lever and

pull

it

forward

until

it

tightens.

PLEASE NOTE – Over tightening the

screw will make it difficult for you to tighten the

handle. You might

have

to

loosen

the

screw to

adjust the tension.

The system requires that

you use some force to tighten the latch.

4.

Replace the locking pin into the top hole. Again,

press down the small knob on the pin until the

pin is through both holes in the post.

Instructions for the seat level and seat back can

be found in this Manual in the

Adjusting

Your

SmartScootTM section.

Lever

Latch

Figure 1

Figure 2

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CONNECTING THE BATTERY

With the SmartScootTM label facing on top and

the battery

label

facing

on

the

left

side,

carefully align

and

slide

the

battery

pack

downward making sure that it slides into place

1.

Twist the top latch to secure the battery.

2.

Insert the

battery cord from the control panel box

into the battery socket.

3.

Turn the switch on the control panel box to the on

position.

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1.

This process requires you to use the enclosed

Allen wrench.

2.

Sitting on the scooter, place your right hand on

the throttle.

3.

Next, lift the hand brake to a comfortable position

on the handlebars. The recommended position

is just below level from the throttle

4.

Slide the Allen wrench into the bolt and tighten

to secure.

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Pull down foot rests.

Battery Socket

LED HEADLIGHT

1. The headlight is to be mounted on the handlebar and is operated independent of

the throttle controls. The headlight should be used in dark conditions.

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With

a

handful

of

adjustable

features,

SmartScootTM

can

accommodate

almost

any

body

type without compromising comfort or safety. The seat post and front steering column adjust

vertically tottheuser’sheight,whileameshseatbackingshiftsforwardorbackwardtoprovide

theright amountofsupport.Eventherearwheelsofferflexibility.Threedifferentsettingsare

available–a bonus for users requiring additional stability while they drive.

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SmartScootTM

allows

to

the

of

the

you

adjust

height

handle

bars.

Simply

open

the

clamp by releasing the

lever. Lift or lower the handlebars to a comfortable

height. When at the desired height, push in the lever to

tighten the clamp.

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The SmartScootTM seat can be adjusted in two ways

for maximum comfort.

Seat Backrest

Slide

the

slotted

bar

on

the

bottom

of

the

seat

backrest

into

the

slot

on

the

bottom

of

the

seat.

Tighten

the

black

knob

once the

desired

seat

back position is obtained.

Seat Height

The

SmartScootTM

seat

can

be

adjusted

to

three different

heights

located

on

the

seat

post.

Please

note

that there are 4 holes on the seat

post. The bottom 3 holes determine the seat

height. The top hole is for seat security which is

further discussed below.

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