Invacare Lynx L-4 User Manual
Lynx™l-3 & lynx l-4 scooters
Table of contents
Document Outline
- Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Scooters
- 1 General 4
- 2 Safety 6
- 3 Product Labeling 17
- 4 Technical Data 19
- 5 Inspection 21
- 6 Operating the Powered Scooter 24
- 7 Seat and Arms 29
- 8 Tiller Adjustment 34
- 9 Wheels and Casters 35
- 10 Batteries 37
- 11 Transporting 44
- 12 Accessories 46
- 13 Maintenance 51
- 14 Troubleshooting 52
- 1 General
- 1.1 Symbols
- 1.2 Limited Warranty
- PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.
- This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
- This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
- Invacare warrants all electronics and electrical components (excluding batteries), transaxle and frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. Invaca...
- For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the bottom of the back cover. Provide de...
- Limitations and Exclusions: The foregoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced, products subject to negligence, accident, improper operation, maintenance or storage, commercial or insti...
- The foregoing express warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any other warranties whatsoever, whether express or implied, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and the sole remedy for violations of an...
- THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.
- 2 Safety
- The Safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.
- 2.1 General Guidelines
- 2.1 General Guidelines
- Warning
- Do not use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner’s manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with...
- Procedures other than those described in this manual must be performed by a qualified technician.
- accessories Warnings
- Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
- Do not connect any medical devices such as ventilators, life support machines, etc., to the battery. This could cause unexpected failure of the device and the powered scooter.
- notice
- The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
- Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using. In case of damage, do NOT use. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction.
- As a manufacturer of powered scooters, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of powered scooters to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of powered scooter to be used by an individual rests solely with the user ...
- 2.2 Operation Information
- Setup
- warning
- Transport
- WARNING
- DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
- TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS
- Powered scooter users should NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in the powered scooter. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a powered scooter, in ...
- It is Invacare’s position that users of powered scooters should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any...
- WARNING
- stairways and escalators
- DO NOT attempt to move an occupied powered scooter between floors using a stairway. Use an elevator to move an occupied powered scooter between floors.
- If moving a powered scooter between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and transported independently of the powered scooter. Extreme caution is advised when moving an unoccupied powered scooter up or down the stairs. Invacare...
- DO NOT attempt to lift the powered scooter by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a powered scooter may result in injury to the user or damage to the powered scooter.
- DO NOT use an escalator to move a powered scooter between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.
- Powered scooter with batteries and seat weighs between 103 and 112 lbs. Powered scooter without the batteries can weigh between 80 and 89 lbs. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury.
- DO NOT attempt to lift the powered scooter by its tiller, seat or shrouds.
- If scooter is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on scooter handles. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur.
- Follow this procedure for moving the powered scooter between floors when an elevator is not available:
- 1. Remove the occupant from the powered scooter.
- 2. Disassemble the scooter. Refer to Transporting the Scooter on page 34.
- 3. Carefully move the powered scooter components up or down the stairway.
- 4. Once all the components of the scooter are transported to the desired location reassemble the scooter. Refer to Transporting the Scooter on page 34.
- Repair or Service Information
- WARNING
- Scooters should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by corrosion should be replaced immediately.
- Set-up of the Electronics Control Unit is to be performed only by a qualified technician. The final adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the scooter. Damage to the equipment could occur if improperly set-up or adjusted.
- DO NOT service or adjust your powered scooter while occupied, unless otherwise noted.
- DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.
- Safety/Handling of Powered Scooters
- “Safety and Handling” of the powered scooter requires the close attention of the user. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance. It is important to practice and master these s...
- Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed have been used successfully by many. Individual users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. I...
- warning
- Do not make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe the warning can cause the scooter to tip over and may result in injury to user and/or damage to the product.
- ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on this scooter (you may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional...
- DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching between your knees.
- To assure stability and proper operation of your powered scooter, you must, at all times, maintain proper balance. Your powered scooter has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities.
- Many activities require the scooter owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the powered scooter. These movements cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the powered scooter. To determine and...
- warning
- DO NOT stand on the frame of the powered scooter while driving.
- DO NOT stand on the shroud(s) of the powered scooter.
- DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you, as this may cause the powered scooter to tip over.
- DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the powered scooter may tip over.
- Determine and establish your particular safety limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the powered scooter.
- For individuals with balance problems, do not attempt to transfer into or out of the powered scooter without assistance. Practice transferring activities with an assistant in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional.
- Performance adjustments should only be made by professionals of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with this process and the driver's capabilities. Incorrect settings could cause injury to the driver, bystanders and damage to the scoote...
- DO NOT operate the powered scooter until you have checked that the surroundings are clear and that the area is safe for travel.
- DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
- DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with water, ice or oil film.
- Avoid operating the scooter in dark or poorly lit areas.
- DO NOT climb and/or go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 8°.
- warning
- When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while in the forward motion, the powered scooter will roll back approximately one foot before the brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while in the reverse motion, ...
- DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your powered scooter to turn over and cause bodily harm and/or damage to the scooter.
- Before attempting to sit in or exit the powered scooter, remove the key from the ignition. This will ensure that the power is off and the powered scooter will not drive.
- DO NOT remove the key or shut off while the powered scooter is in motion.
- Do not operate the powered scooter without the rear shroud installed, to avoid injury and/or damage to scooter.
- Ensure that the seat is properly locked before use. Otherwise the user may fall from the scooter resulting in bodily harm. Attempting unsafe transfers may cause the user to fall, resulting in serious injury.
- Ensure that the seat is locked in the forward position before and during the operation of the scooter. Otherwise, injury to the user and/or damage to the scooter may result.
- Ensure that the tiller is properly adjusted before driving the scooter.
- After making any tiller angle adjustment and before use, the tiller must be securely locked into position. Otherwise the user may fall from the scooter resulting in bodily harm and/or damage to the scooter. Gently push/pull the tiller to ensure that ...
- ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.
- ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the powered scooter. If loose and/or worn, replace immediately.
- Never leave an unoccupied scooter on an incline.
- Always use anti-tippers. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tip over. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces.
- Storage
- warning
- Scooters that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water may require replacement of electrical components more frequently.
- Rain Test
- Invacare has tested its powered scooters in accordance with ISO 7176 “Rain Test”. This provides the end user or his/her attendant sufficient time to remove his/her powered scooter from a rain storm and retain powered scooter operation.
- DO NOT leave the powered scooter in a rain storm of any kind.
- DO NOT use the powered scooter in a shower.
- DO NOT leave the powered scooter in a damp area for any length of time.
- Direct exposure to rain or dampness will cause the scooter to malfunction electrically and mechanically; may cause the powered scooter to prematurely rust.
- Check to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
- Remove the key from the ignition while the powered scooter is not in use so as to avoid injury and/or damage to the scooter and surrounding areas.
- Avoid storing or using the scooter near open flame or combustible products. Serious injury or damage to property may result.
- Electrical and Grounding
- warning
- Check to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
- Grounding Instructions
- DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. Where a two-prong w...
- Battery
- warning
- The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel cell batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit.
- Carefully read battery/battery charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your powered scooter.
- Weight Training
- warning
- Weight Limitation
- warning
- Disposal
- warning
- This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE.
- This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
- Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life.
- 2.1 EMI Information
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- caution
- Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources
- Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio s...
- 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 unavoidable. However, we believe that by following th...
- The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types:
- 1. Hand-held Portable transceivers (transmitters-receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit. Examples include: citizens band (CB) radios, “walkie talkie”, security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and ...
- 2. Medium-range mobile transceivers, such as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle; and
- 3. Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as commercial broadcast transmitters (radio and TV broadcast antenna towers) and amateur (HAM) radios.
- Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
- Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM ...
- Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from sources such as radio and TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones can affect powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters.
- Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered wheelchair movement which could result in serious injury.
- warning
- 1) DO NOT operate hand-held transceivers (transmitters receivers), such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn ON personal communication devices, such as cellular phones, while the powered wheelchair 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 unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as it is safe;
- 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may make it more susceptible to EMI (Note: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered wheelchair); and
- 5) Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby.
- 1) 20 volts per meter (V/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI (as of May 1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection);
- 2) This device has been tested to a radiated immunity level of 20 volts per meter.
- 3) The immunity level of the product is unknown.
- 3 Product Labeling
- Serial Number Label
- The battery wiring label is on the underside of the battery box door.
- LYNX L-3
- LYNX L-4
- LYNX L-3
- LYNX L-4
- LYNX L-3
- LYNX L-4
- LYNX L-3
- LYNX L-4
- LYNX L-3
- LYNX L-4
- LYNX L-3
- LYNX L-4
- Front Base Section:
- Rear Base Section:
- Batteries:
- Seat:
- Basket:
- Total Weight of Product:
- Maximum Weight Limitation:
- 5 Inspection
- 5.1 Safety Inspection Checklists
- 5.1 Safety Inspection Checklists
- Every six months take your powered scooter to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your powered scooter. To operate properly and safely, y...
- warning
- caution
- Inspect/Adjust Initially
- Ensure powered scooter drives straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
- Check frame for damage and corrosion.
- Ensure that the brake release lever is easy to engage/disengage.
- Ensure that tiller adjustment mechanism engages and disengages properly and securely.
- Ensure that the scooter stops completely when throttle is released (i.e., does not continue to roll as if the throttle is activated).
- Clean upholstery and armrests.
- Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
- Inspect the seat upholstery for rips and tears.
- Inspect seat swivel for release and engagement (seat locks into the determined swivel positions).
- Inspect for excessive side movement or binding when the drive wheels are raised or turned.
- Inspect front wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning the wheel. The front wheel should come to a gradual stop.
- Check the front fork for damage or corrosion.
- Tighten locknut if the front wheel wobbles noticeably or loosen locknut if the wheel binds to a stop.
- Ensure that wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
- Ensure that the bolts and fasteners on the caster assemblies are tight.
- Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
- Clean molded body shrouds.
- Check that all labels are present and legible.
- Inspect/Adjust Weekly
- Inspect/Adjust Monthly
- Check brake for binding or interference with travel.
- Inspect front wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning the wheel. The front wheel should come to a gradual stop.
- Tighten locknut if the front wheel wobbles noticeably or loosen locknut if the wheel binds to a stop.
- Inspect seat swivel for release and engagement (seat locks into the determined swivel positions).
- Inspect the seat positioning strap for signs of wear. Replace if worn or damaged. Ensure buckle latches. Verify that the hardware that attaches the seat positioning strap to the frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.
- Ensure that the bolts and fasteners on the caster assemblies are tight.
- Inspect/Adjust Periodically
- Ensure that the powered scooter drives straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
- Check frame for damage and corrosion.
- Ensure that the brake release lever is easy to engage/disengage.
- Inspect for no excessive side movement or binding when the drive wheels are raised or turned.
- Check front fork for damage or corrosion.
- Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
- Clean upholstery and armrests.
- Inspect the seat upholstery for rips and tears.
- Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
- Check that all labels are present and legible.
- Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged.
- 5.1 Safety Inspection Checklists
- 6 Operating the Powered Scooter
- 6.1 Control Panel
- 6.1 Control Panel
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.1 on page 25.
- 1. Speed Control Knob - The speed control knob is located on the right side of the control panel. The Turtle icon represents the slowest speed and the Rabbit icon represents the fastest speed.
- 2. Battery Charge Display - The battery charge display is located at the top center of the control panel. When the scooter is turned on, the needle on the battery charge display will move to the right to indicate the amount of battery charge. The amo...
- warning
- When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while in forward motion, the powered scooter will roll back approximately one foot before brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while in reverse motion the powered s...
- 3. Key - The key is just below the control panel. Turn the key:
- 4. Horn Button - The horn button is located on left side of the control panel.
- 5. Throttle Control Lever - The throttle control lever is located in front of the handles on the tiller assembly.
- 6. Service Indicator - The service indicator will flash if there is a problem with the scooter. The number of flashes indicates the type of error. Refer to Service Indicator Error Codes on page 54.
- 6.1 Control Panel
- Battery Charge Display
- FIGURE 6.1 Control Panel
- 6.2 Operating the Scooter
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- warning
- After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
- Do not make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe the warning can cause the scooter to tip over and may result in injury to user and/ or damage to the product.
- To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the powered scooter.
- Ensure seat is properly locked before attempting transfer into or out of the powered scooter. Attempting unsafe transfers may cause a fall from the powered scooter resulting in bodily injury.
- For individuals with balance problems, practice transferring activities with an assistant in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional. DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the powered scooter without assistance.
- 1. Before operating the powered scooter, review Control Panel on page 24.
- 2. Charge the batteries. Refer to Charging the Batteries on page 42.
- 3. Install the batteries. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 39.
- 4. Transferring to and from the seat can be accomplished in one of two ways:
- 5. Once you have transferred into the seat, rotate seat to the forward position and flip arms down.
- 6. Adjust the tiller to a comfortable angle. Refer to Adjusting the Tiller Angle on page 34.
- 7. Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting.
- 8. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the on position.
- warning
- Always depress the throttle control lever gradually. This will ensure smooth safe starts.
- Throttle control levers operate such that moving one will also move the opposite side throttle control lever.
- 9. To operate the scooter, depress the throttle control lever in the following manner:
- • To Move Forward - Push the right side throttle control lever (away from the user) or pull the left side throttle control lever towards the user).
- • To Move in Reverse - Push the left side throttle control lever (away from the user) or pull the right side throttle control lever (towards the user).
- • To Stop - Release the throttle control lever and the powered scooter will quickly slow down and the brake will engage.
- To equip the scooter for left hand operation, contact a qualified technician.
- The powered scooter is equipped with a “proportional” control meaning that the farther you depress the throttle control lever, the faster the powered scooter travels. With a proportional control, you can drive as slowly in the high speed setting ...
- When first learning to drive, adjust speed control knob for a slow speed and try to drive the powered scooter as slowly as possible by depressing the throttle control lever only slightly. This exercise will help you learn to utilize the full potentia...
- 6.3 Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever
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- Ensure that the brake-release lever is in the engaged position before driving. There should be an audible “click” when stopping and starting the scooter.
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.2 on page 28.
- The brake release lever manually engages and disengages the brake. The brake release lever is located under the seat on the right side.
- The brake must be engaged in normal driving conditions. Activation of the throttle control lever automatically releases the brake so that the powered scooter can drive. Releasing the throttle control lever automatically engages the brake so as to pre...
- When the brake release lever is disengaged and the key is removed, the powered scooter can be pushed. The powered scooter cannot be driven with the brake in the disengaged position.
- 1. To engage the brake release lever (Drive) - Pull back the brake release lever.
- 2. To disengage the brake release lever (Push) - Push forward the brake release lever.
- Brake Release Lever
- FIGURE 6.2 Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever
- 7 Seat and Arms
- 7 Seat and Arms
- warning
- After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
- Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, turn power off and remove key from ignition.
- Refer to Label Locations on page 9 for pinch point location.
- 7.1 Removing/Installing the Seat
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- Before use, ensure that the seat is in the locked position. The seat lever must be pulled up to the 90° position to allow the seat to drop into the locked position. Otherwise, a fall from the scooter could occur causing bodily injury and/or damage t...
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.1.
- Seat Lock Lever
- FIGURE 7.1 Removing/Installing the Seat
- 7.2 Adjusting Seat Height
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2.
- 1. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 30.
- 2. Remove the battery box. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 39.
- 3. Loosen the knob on the frame tube.
- 4. Remove the locking pin that secures the seat post to the frame tube.
- 5. Align the frame tube mounting hole with one of three seat post mounting holes to achieve desired seat height.
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- Make sure the detent balls of the locking pin are fully released beyond the outer edge of the frame tube before operating the scooter. Otherwise, injury and/or damage may result.
- Keep detent balls clean.
- 6. Insert the locking pin through the frame tube and seat post. Ensure the detent balls (not shown) of the locking pin are beyond the outer edge of the frame tube and the pin secures the frame tube to the seat post.
- 7. Tighten the knob until the seat post does not move around inside of the frame tube.
- 8. Install the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 30.
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2.
- Seat Post
- Seat
- Arm Tube
- Arm Pad
- FIGURE 7.5 Replacing Armrest Pads
- 8 Tiller Adjustment
- 8.1 Adjusting the Tiller Angle
- 8.1 Adjusting the Tiller Angle
- warning
- Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, turn power Off and remove key from ignition.
- Ensure that tiller is properly adjusted before driving the scooter.
- After making any tiller angle adjustments and before use, the tiller MUST be securely locked into position. Otherwise, a fall from the scooter could occur causing bodily injury and/or damage to the scooter. Gently, push/pull against tiller to ensure ...
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.1.
- The powered scooters feature an adjustable tiller. The tiller locks into one of three positions. The tiller can also be folded down for transportation and storage.
- 1. Rotate or pull out the tiller adjustment lever (Detail “A”) until the pin disengages from the mounting hole.
- 2. Move the tiller to the desired position.
- 3. Release or rotate the tiller adjustment lever to lock the pin into the desired mounting hole (Detail “A”).
- 4. Gently push/pull against tiller to ensure that the tiller is securely locked.
- The powered scooters feature an adjustable tiller. The tiller locks into one of three positions. The tiller can also be folded down for transportation and storage.
- 8.1 Adjusting the Tiller Angle
- Tiller Adjustment Lever
- FIGURE 8.1 Adjusting the Tiller Angle
- 9 Wheels and Casters
- 9 Wheels and Casters
- warning
- 9.1 Removing/Installing the Drive Wheels
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.1 on page 35.
- Removing
- 1. Turn power off and remove the key from the ignition.
- 2. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- 3. Place the rear frame assembly (not shown) up on blocks so that the drive wheels are off the ground.
- 4. Remove the washer and mounting screw that secure the drive wheel to the drive shaft.
- 5. Remove the existing drive wheel assembly from the drive shaft.
- Use a wheel puller if necessary to remove the wheel from the drive shaft.
- Keystock*
- FIGURE 9.1 Removing/Installing the Drive Wheels
- Installing
- 1. Place keystock* in cutout on drive shaft as shown in FIGURE 9.1.
- 2. Install the drive wheel onto the drive shaft.
- 3. Secure wheel to drive shaft using the mounting screw and washer. Securely tighten.
- 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 to install the other drive wheel.
- 5. Install the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- 9.2 Removing/Installing the Front Wheel
- Fork Mounting Hole
- FIGURE 9.2 Removing/Installing the Front Wheel
- 10 Batteries
- 10 Batteries
- warning
- Before performing any maintenance adjustment or service, turn power off and remove key from ignition.
- NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cables to contact both battery terminals at the same time. An electrical short may occur and serious personal injury or damage may occur.
- The use of rubber gloves is recommended when working with batteries.
- DO NOT tip the batteries. Keep the batteries in an upright position.
- Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement always be done by a qualified technician.
- All battery terminals caps (two on the left battery and two on the right battery) must be installed prior to use.
- caution
- When connecting the battery cables to the batteries, the battery cables MUST be connected to the battery terminals/posts as shown in FIGURE 10.3 - otherwise damage to the battery may result.
- If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery box or on the sides of the batteries, apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the existing or new batteries, clean the baking soda from the battery tra...
- 10.1 Recommended Battery Type
- 12 Volt, 12 Amp-Hour (12AH) Battery
- FIGURE 10.1 Recommended Battery Type
- 10.2 Removing/Installing the Battery Box
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.2 on page 39.
- Removing
- Installing
- 1. Turn power off and remove the key from the ignition.
- 2. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- 3. Holding the battery box handle, carefully lower the battery box on to the battery tray in the scooter (Detail “B”).
- 4. Press down the battery box to engage the connector on the battery box (not shown) with the connector on the scooter base (Detail “B”).
- 5. Reinstall the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- Battery Box
- FIGURE 10.2 Removing/Installing the Battery Box
- 10.3 Removing/Installing the Batteries
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.3 on page 41.
- Removing
- 1. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- 2. Remove the battery box from the scooter. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 39.
- 3. Remove the twelve mounting screws (not shown) that secure the battery box top to the battery box (Detail “A” of FIGURE 10.3).
- 4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the batteries by holding the connectors and pulling them in the following order (Detail “B” of FIGURE 10.3):
- a. Negative (-) BLACK battery cable from the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal on the left battery.
- b. Positive (+) RED battery cable from the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal on the right battery.
- c. WHITE battery cable (Jumper) from the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal on the left battery and the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal on the right battery.
- 5. Remove the tape securing the thermal switch to the side of the left battery.
- 6. Remove the batteries from battery box by lifting the batteries out.
- Installing
- 1. Install the two new batteries into the battery box.
- 2. Secure the thermal switch to the side of the left battery using tape.
- 3. Connect the wiring harness to the batteries in the following order (Detail “B” of FIGURE 10.3):
- a. Negative (-) BLACK battery cable to the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal on the left battery.
- b. Positive (+) RED battery cable to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal on the right battery.
- c. WHITE battery cable (Jumper) to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal on the left battery and the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal on the right battery.
- 4. Replace the top of the battery box and secure with the twelve mounting screws (Detail “A” of FIGURE 10.3). Securely tighten.
- 5. Reinstall the battery box on to the scooter frame. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 39.
- 6. Reinstall the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- FIGURE 10.3 Removing/Installing the Batteries
- 10.4 Charging the Batteries
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- Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals or clamps.
- DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the powered scooter at the same time.
- Only use the provided charger with this product.
- If the circuit breaker trips repeatedly, IMMEDIATELY unplug charger and contact dealer or a qualified technician.
- caution
- New batteries MUST be fully charged prior to initial use of the powered scooter.
- Do not sit in the scooter while recharging the batteries.
- Always charge new batteries before initial use or battery life will be reduced.
- As a general rule, you should recharge your batteries as frequently as possible to assure the longest possible life and to minimize required charging time. Plan to recharge them when you do not anticipate using the powered scooter.
- The powered scooter is designed with an electrical lockout to prevent it from being driven while the charger is plugged into an outlet.
- Always charge the batteries completely until the battery charger light turns green.
- The range per battery charge using recommended batteries should be approximately five to nine hours of typical operation. Extensive use on inclines may substantially reduce per charge mileage.
- 1. Turn the key to the Off position.
- 2. If desired, remove the battery box from the scooter. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 39.
- 3. Ensure the brake release lever is engaged. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever on page 22.
- 4. Move the battery charger port cap (located on the left side of the battery box) to one side.
- 5. Remove the battery charger cable from the storage compartment on the front of the battery box.
- 6. Plug one end of the battery charger cable into the battery charger port located on the battery box.
- 7. Plug the other end of the battery charger cable into 110-volt wall outlet.
- 8. Allow the batteries to charge until the charger light turns green.
- 9. Perform one of the following:
- • Battery charger light turns green - Unplug the battery charger cable from the scooter and the wall outlet.
- • Battery charger light flashes green for over 40 minutes - Perform the following steps:
- i. Check that the battery charger is correctly connected to the scooter and the wall outlet.
- ii. Check that the scooter is turned off.
- iii. If steps i and ii do not correct the problem, contact a qualified technician.
- 10. Unplug the battery charger from the wall outlet.
- 11. Unplug the battery charger from the scooter.
- 12. Store the battery charger cable in the storage compartment.
- 13. Move the battery charger port cap to cover the battery charger port.
- 14. If removed, install the battery box onto the scooter. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 39.
- Battery Charger Port Cap
- FIGURE 10.4 Charging the Batteries
- 11 Transporting
- 11 Transporting
- warning
- After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
- Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, turn power off and remove key from ignition.
- Do not lift the scooter by the rear shroud - otherwise damage to the scooter may occur.
- 11.1 Transporting the Scooter
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.1 on page 45.
- Disassembling
- 1. Turn power off and remove the key from the ignition.
- 2. Remove the basket.
- 3. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- 4. Remove the battery box. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 30.
- 5. Hold the seat post with one hand (Detail “A”).
- 6. With the other hand, push the release lever to the rear of the scooter.
- 7. Lift the seat post to separate the front frame assembly from the rear frame assembly (Detail “B”).
- 8. Fold tiller down to lowest locked position. Refer to Adjusting the Tiller Angle on page 26.
- Assembling
- 1. Unfold tiller. Refer to Adjusting the Tiller Angle on page 26.
- 2. Tilt the rear frame back a little.
- 3. Hold the seat post and align the frame tubes on the front frame assembly with the mounting recesses on the rear frame assembly (Detail “B”).
- 4. While holding the seat post, slowly pivot the rear frame assembly forward until the release lever locks (Detail “A”).
- 5. Install the battery box. Refer to Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 30.
- 6. Install the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 23.
- 7. Install the basket.
- Frame Tube
- FIGURE 11.1 Transporting the Scooter
- 12 Accessories
- 12 Accessories
- warning
- After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
- Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, turn power off and remove key from ignition.
- The crutch/cane holder, safety flag, rear mounted basket and oxygen holder all install into the accessory tubes; ONLY one of these may be installed at a time.
- 12.1 Installing/Removing the Accessory Tube
- 12.2 Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder
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- The installation of the crutch/cane holder onto the back of the scooter seat significantly increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter or swiveling the scooter seat, it is important to take note of this increased length - otherwise,...
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.2.
- Accessory Tube
- FIGURE 12.2 Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder
- 12.3 Installing/Removing the Safety Flag
- m
- warning
- The installation of the safety flag onto the back of the scooter seat significantly increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter or swiveling the scooter seat, it is important to take note of this increased length - otherwise, injury...
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.3.
- Bracket
- FIGURE 12.3 Installing/Removing the Safety Flag
- 12.4 Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder
- m
- warning
- After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely.
- The installation of the walker holder onto the back of the scooter seat significantly increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter or swiveling the scooter seat, it is important to take note of this increased length - otherwise, inju...
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.4.
- Walker Holder
- FIGURE 12.4 Installing/Removing the Walker Holder
- 12.5 Installing/Removing the Rear Mounted Basket
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- The rear mounted basket is rated for a maximum capacity of ten lbs.
- After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely.
- The installation of the basket and basket bracket onto the back of the scooter seat increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter or swiveling the scooter seat, it is important to take note of this increased length - otherwise, injury...
- For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.5.
- Installing
- 1. Loosen but do not remove the mounting knob.
- 2. Install the basket bracket into the accessory tube.
- 3. Thread the mounting knob into the welded nut on the accessory tube. Securely tighten.
- 4. Align the mounting clips on the bracket with the slots on the basket and slide the basket down securely into position.
- Removing
- Installing
- Rear Basket
- FIGURE 12.5 Installing/Removing the Rear Mounted Basket
- 13 Maintenance
- 13 Maintenance
- warning
- After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
- Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, turn power Off and remove key from ignition.
- DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame.
- When storing scooter for prolonged periods of time, remove batteries. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 30. After reinstallation, always recharge batteries before use. Refer to Charging the Batteries on page 32.
- Use care in storage. DO NOT allow any metallic objects to contact the exposed terminals.
- 13.1 Suggested Maintenance Procedures
- 1. Before using the powered scooter, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check any parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.
- 2. Ensure that batteries are properly maintained and charged as required.
- 3. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced by a qualified technician.
- 4. Regularly check for loose nuts and/or bolts in the front and drive wheels. If loose, have them adjusted by a qualified technician.
- 5. Clean dirt, dust and grease from exposed components.
- 6. Periodically have the bearings of the front wheel checked to make sure they are clean and free from moisture.
- 14 Troubleshooting
- Symptom
- Probable cause
- solution
- 14.2 Service Indicator Error Codes
- 14.3 Resetting the Circuit Breaker
- Circuit Breaker Button
- FIGURE 1 Resetting the Circuit Breaker
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- FIGURE 1 Resetting the Circuit Breaker