Bischoff & Bischoff FLIP User manual

Enjoy mobility.
Bedienungsanleitung
Enjoy mobility.
Operating manual
Flip

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Contents
1. Preface 04
1.1. Signs and symbols 05
2. Important safety instructions 05
2.1. General safety instructions 05
2.2. Information on EMC interference 07
2.3. Brakes 07
2.4. Obstacles 07
2.5. Safety in vehicles 08
2.6. Travelling in road traffic 08
2.7. Purpose 08
2.8. Declaration of conformity 08
2.9. Indications 09
2.10. Contraindications 09
2.11. Service life 09
2.12. Responsibility 10
2.13. Information about range 10
3. Product and delivery overview 11
3.1. Checking the delivery 11
3.2. Nameplate and serial number 12
3.3. Scope of supply 13
3.4. Product overview 13
3.5. Basic adjustments 14
3.5.1. Steering column 14
3.5.2. Seat 14
3.5.3. Armrests 15
3.5.4. Shopping basket 16

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4. Using the scooter 17
4.1. Controls 17
4.2. Getting in and out 19
4.3. Driving the scooter 20
4.4. Pushing mode 21
4.5. Overload button 22
4.6. Transporting the scooter 23
5 Technical data 26
6 Care instructions for the user 28
6.1. Cleaning and disinfection 28
6.2. Checks before beginning a journey 29
6.2.1. Checking the brakes 29
6.2.2. Checking the tyres 29
6.3. Batteries 29
6.3.1. Charging 30
6.3.2. Replacing the batteries 31
7. Maintenance instructions for specialist retailers 32
8. Storage / Shipping 32
9. Disposal 33
10. Transfer of the scooter 33
11. Maintenance 33
12. Warranty 34

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1. Preface
Dear User,
You have chosen a high-quality scooter from B+B. Thank you for your
trust in our product.
This operating manual contains all necessary information about ope-
rating your Flip scooter.
The scooter is designed to offer many advantages and satisfy your
needs. Thanks to the various adjustment options and optimum adap-
tability, the scooter can be adjusted according to your individual body
size.
The compact design means the scooter is suitable for use both indoors
and outdoors.
Please read and follow the operating manual carefully before opera-
ting your new scooter for the first time. The operating manual is an
integral and necessary component of the scooter. Keep the operating
manual where you can refer to it and if you transfer the scooter, give
the manual to the new owner.
Repairs and adjustments require special technical training and therefo-
re can only be carried out by specialist retailers authorised by Bischoff
& Bischoff GmbH.

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1.1. Signs and symbols
2. Important safety instructions
2.1. General safety instructions
In order to avoid toppling and dangerous situations, you should first
practice handling your new scooter on a level, easily manageable sur-
face. We recommend having someone accompany you in this situation.
Before operating the scooter, please check that all attached parts are
correctly fastened.
Before using the scooter for the first time, practice driving on a level
and easily manageable surface. Ensure that you are highly familiar with
how the scooter behaves when braking and accelerating while driving
straight ahead and cornering. For your safety, the speed while cornering
is automatically reduced using sensors.
Please note that the risk of tipping to the side and tipping backwards
may increase due to shifts in equilibrium caused by body movements or
loading of the scooter.
The scooter must not be used to transport more than one person or load.
Please ensure that you respect the intended purpose of the product.
Important! Indicates particularly useful information
in the specific context.
Caution! Indicates information that is specifically re-
levant to safety. Follow the operating manual!

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Be aware of the risk of trapping body parts when making settings and
adjustments to the scooter.
Never operate the scooter under the influence of alcohol or other subs-
tances that affect your attention or your physical and mental capacity.
Please always use ramps to drive over obstacles. Should it be necessary
to lift the scooter over an obstacle, this must be done without the
occupant in the scooter. The scooter must only be lifted at fixed parts
of the frame.
Avoid driving into an obstacle without braking (steps, kerbs). The cont-
roller must always be switched off when you get in or out.
Always follow the road traffic regulations when on the road. The lights
on the scooter must always be visible to other road users.
Wear bright, conspicuous clothing wherever possible. This will make
you more easily visible to other road users.
Please note that upholstery parts which are exposed to direct sunlight
become hot and can cause injury to the skin on contact. You should
therefore cover these parts or protect the scooter from direct sunlight.
The seat materials comply with the flammability resistance require-
ments of EN 1021-1 and EN 1021-2. Nevertheless, you should exercise
the necessary caution if you are smoking, and should refrain from put-
ting any cigarettes down on the scooter.

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2.2. Information on EMC
interference
Despite compliance with all applicable EMC directives and standards,
it is possible that the scooter may affect or be affected by other electri-
cal devices (e.g. mobile phones, alarm systems in department stores).
If you become aware of any such interference, either turn off the other
device or turn off your scooter and move it outside the range of the
interference.
2.3. Brakes
When the drive is engaged, after the throttle lever is released the scoo-
ter is braked using the automatic brake.
When the drive is engaged, the scooter cannot be pushed or displaced
because the brake is automatically applied to the motors.
In pushing mode, only muscular force is available to brake the scooter.
2.4. Obstacles
Please always use ramps to drive over obstacles (e.g. steps, kerbs, etc.).
Avoid driving into an obstacle without braking or travelling down from
one level to another.
The maximum obstacle height that can be cleared with an approach
of 0.5 m is 50 mm.
Please note that operation in pushing mode by di-
sengaging the drives must take place only on a level
surface. The electro-mechanical brake is thereby di-
sabled. There is a danger of fatal injury if this inst-
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2.5. Safety in vehicles
The scooter must be secured against slippage using straps. Ensure that
the strap system for your vehicle is approved. You can find information
about the hold points in section 4.6.
For explanations as to whether your scooter is suitable for use as a
seat in a vehicle for transporting disabled people and how it must be
secured, see section 4.6. We recommend that you always change from
the scooter to a vehicle seat.
2.6. Travelling in road traffic
Please be aware that you are travelling in traffic on public roads and
must comply with the road traffic regulations.
Ensure that you do not endanger other traffic users through inconside-
rate driving, especially on pavements.
2.7. Purpose
The scooter is designed for indoor and outdoor use by persons who are
unable to walk and persons who are no longer able to travel longer di-
stances independently. It is sufficiently compact and manoeuvrable for
use in indoor areas but also capable of overcoming obstacles outdoors.
The maximum vehicle load capacity is 130 kg.
2.8. Declaration of conformity
Bischoff & Bischoff GmbH as the manufacturer declares under its sole
responsibility that the scooter complies with the requirements of Direc-
tive 93/42/EEC and ISO 7176-14:2008.

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2.9. Indications
Inability to walk or severely pronounced disability which makes walking
difficult caused by:
• Paralysis
• Limb loss
• Limb defect/deformity
• Joint contractures
• Joint damage (not on both arms)
• Other conditions
Provision of a scooter is advisable if the use of manually operated
wheelchairs is no longer possible because of the disability but the per-
son can still competently operate a vehicle driven by an electric motor.
2.10. Contraindications
Provision of scooters is not suitable for people:
• With severe equilibrium disorders
• With reduced and inadequate vision
• With serious cognitive restrictions
2.11. Service life
The expected service life of the scooter, if used as intended and the sa-
fety, care and maintenance instructions are observed, is up to 5 years.
The scooter can continue to be used beyond this time, provided the
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2.12. Responsibility
We are only able to provide a warranty if the product is used in ac-
cordance with the specified conditions and for the intended purposes,
if modifications, extensions, repairs and maintenance work are carried
out only by persons authorised to do so by us and if the scooter is used
in accordance with all instructions for use.
2.13. Information about range
The range of the scooter is 12 km. The range that can be achieved by
an electric scooter depends on the following factors:
• Composition of the carriageway
• Style of driving
• Battery condition
• Vehicle load weight
• Ambient temperature
If several factors apply in combination the range can be reduced by
up to 50%.
We wish to advise you that the following factors se-
verely restrict the range:
• Poor state of charge of batteries
• Low ambient temperature (below 10°C)
• Frequent starting and braking
• Driving uphill
• Driving on surfaces that are not firm
(field or forest paths)
• Tyre pressure incorrect or too low

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3. Product and delivery overview
3.1. Checking the delivery
All B+B products are subjected to a systematic final in-house inspec-
tion and provided with the CE mark.
The scooter is supplied in a special carton. After unpacking, please
retain the carton if possible. This can be used to store or return the
product at a later stage.
Delivery and training are usually carried out by the qualified medical
supplies retailer.
If shipped by rail or a forwarding agent, the goods are to be checked
with regard to transportation damage (carton) immediately in the pre-
sence of the delivery company.
Check that the contents are complete and intact. In the event of irre-
gularities and damage, contact our customer service department by
telephoning +49 (0)700/6000 7070.

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3.2. Nameplate and serial number
The nameplate and serial number are located on the front under the
battery cover.
Manufacturer logo
Manufacturer information
Caution!
Follow instructions for securing the scooter within the vehicle
CE mark
Important - Follow instructions for use
Model designation
Model number
Application class
Date of manufacture
Maximum vehicle load capacity
Maximum speed
Serial number
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
A B CE
G
JK
M
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HI
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3.3. Scope of supply
When you receive the product, please immediately check that the con-
tents are complete. The contents comprise:
• Outer packaging • Seat unit
• Scooter (ready for use • Shopping basket
incl. 2 batteries) • Operating manual
• Charger
3.4. Product overview
When you receive the product, please immediately check that the con-
tents are complete. The contents comprise:
Controls with throttle
lever
Handlebar
Seat unit
Armrest
Shopping basket
Steering column
Seat adjustment
Battery pack
Driving wheels
Charging socket
Steered wheels
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3.5. Basic adjustments
Before using the scooter for the first time, it is necessary to adjust the
scooter to suit your height. This is essential to ensure that your posture
is physiologically correct for driving for extended periods of time wit-
hout excessive fatigue.
The basic adjustments of the scooter are described below. These ad-
justments should be made together with the medical supplies retailer.
3.5.1. Steering column
Adjusting the steering column of your scooter enables you to set the
driving position so that it is comfortable.
• Hold the handlebar with one hand and with the other hand release
the adjustment screw (Fig. 03).
• Move the steering column to the desired position and tighten the
adjustment screw again by hand.
3.5.2. Seat
The seat is height-adjustable and can be rotated through 90° to the
left or right for ease of getting in and out. Normally the seat height has
to be adjusted only once.

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Caution! For your own safety, the seat must
be facing forwards while you are driving.
Rotating the seat
• Pull the lever (on the right below the seat surface, Fig. 04) towards
you. The seat can now be rotated in both directions.
• There is a fixed lock-in position for the seat at 90°.
• Release the lever and make sure that the
seat is locked in position again.
Seat height
• Pull the seat upwards out of the seat tube.
• Now release the adjustment screw (1) and remove the split pin (2)
(Fig. 05).
• Move the seat tube to the desired height and insert the split pin
again.
• Tighten the adjustment screw again by hand.
3.5.3. Armrests
The armrests can be swivelled backwards in order to make it easier to
mount and dismount. In addition, the distance and angle of support of
the armrests can be adjusted.
Abstand
• Release the adjustment screw (Fig. 06) underneath the seat while
holding on to the armrest.
• Adjust it to the desired distance and tighten the screw again.
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Angle of support
• You can adjust the angle of support of the armrests by screwing the
socket-head screw (Fig. 07) of the relevant armrest further in or by
unscrewing it.
3.5.4. Shopping basket
A shopping basket is included in the scope of supply of the scooter. You
can decide for yourself whether or not you wish to attach it.
The attachment for it is at the front on the steering column (Fig. 08).
You can fit and remove the shopping basket as required.
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4. Using the scooter
After you have adjusted the scooter to suit your height, familiarise
yourself with the functions of the controller.
4.1. Controls
The controls are a component of the steering column of your scooter.
They contain LED displays and functional elements.
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Throttle lever
Horn
Battery display
Diagnostic LED
Key switch
Speed setting

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Key switch
To switch on the scooter, turn the key quarter of a turn clockwise. The
diagnostic LED lights up and indicates to you that the scooter is ready
for operation.
Speed setting
You can use this control knob (Fig. 10) to set the maximum speed. Turn
the knob to the left (tortoise) to reduce the maximum speed. Turn the
knob to the right (hare) to increase the maximum speed.
Diagnostic LED
If the diagnostic LED is constantly lit (Fig. 11), the scooter is fully ope-
rational. If a fault occurs, this is indicated by flashing. First check the
battery status and whether the drives are engaged.
If the LED continues to flash, contact your specialist retailer.
Battery status display
The battery status display (fig. 12) shows the state of charge. If the
pointer is in the green zone, the battery is fully charged. As you use the
scooter, the capacity of the battery reduces; the pointer then indicates
the current state of charge of the battery. If at the start of the trip the
pointer is in the red zone, this means that only short journeys can be
made and the battery should be recharged. (See Charging)
Horn
The horn (Fig. 13) enables you to draw attention to yourself in difficult
situations.
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4.2. Getting in and out
Ensure that the scooter is switched off before sitting on it.
• Swing the armrest away to the rear on the side from which you
intend to get on.
• It is easier for you to get on if you rotate the seat 90° to the side
from which you intend to get on (see the section entitled Basic ad-
justments).
• Now sit down.
• Then turn the seat to face in the direction of travel, or swing the
armrest forwards again.
• The steering column must be adjusted so that you can comfortably
reach all the controls.
• To get out, follow the instructions accordingly in reverse order. How-
ever, take out the key beforehand, to ensure that no unintended ac-
tions or movements occur.
Caution! Ensure that the seat firmly locks in posi-
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4.3. Driving the scooter
You should make your first journey on a level area with ample space.
• Ensure that you are sitting correctly on your scooter. Set the speed as
low as possible (tortoise). You can increase the speed when you are
more familiar with handling the scooter.
• To switch on your scooter, insert the ignition key into the ignition
lock on the control panel and turn the key a quarter turn to the right.
• To switch off the scooter, turn the key a quarter turn to the left. After
getting out of the scooter, always ensure that you have removed
the ignition key and do not leave the scooter unattended with the
ignition key inserted.
• Pull the right hand throttle lever (Fig. 14) towards you in order to
drive forward. The further you pull the lever, the higher the speed.
The maximum speed that can be reached is set by the speed control-
ler (tortoise or hare). Release the lever again to come gently to a halt.
Practice these two procedures to get used to them.
• Steering is easy and works exactly like a bicycle in that you turn the
handlebars in the direction in which you wish to move. Leave plenty
of distance when you travel around a curve so that the rear wheels
are able to follow the path of the front wheels and do not turn too
tightly.
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