Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare ASTROLITE User manual

Lightweight Boot Scooter
Instructions for use

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 3
2. CONTACT INFORMATION 3
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4
3.1 Environment 4
3.2 Intended User Group 4
3.3 Intended Use 4
3.4 Indications 4
3.5 Product Overview 4
4. SAFETY 5
4.1 Warnings & Cautions 5
4.2 Risk Assessment 5
4.3 Contraindications 5
4.4 Scooter Loading 6
4.5 Training 6
4.6 General Warnings 7
5. PARTS IDENTIFICATION 9
6. TRANSPORT & STORAGE 10
6.1 Assembling the scooter 11
6.2 Disassembling the scooter 12
7. SYMBOL DEFINITION 13
8. CHARGING & PREPARING FOR USE 15
8.1 Installation 15
8.2 Battery Charging 15
8.3 Checking Before Use 16
9. OPERATION OF THE ASTROLITE SCOOTER 17
9.1 Operational Limits 17
9.2 Scooter Controls 17
9.3 Driving the Scooter 23
9.4 Steps, Kerbs & Fixed Obstacles 24
9.5 Inclines 25
9.6 Outdoor Operation & Inclement Weather Precautions 26
9.7 After Use Instructions 26
10. CLEANING 27
11. MAINTENANCE & SERVICING 28
11.1 General Guidelines 28
11.2 Fault Resolution 30
11.3 Repair 30
12. DISPOSAL OF PARTS 31
13. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY EMC 32
14. SPECIFICATION 33
15. WARRANTY 34
16. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 35

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2. CONTACT INFORMATION
For assistance in setting up, using, maintaining your scooter, to report unexpected
operation or for any service, warranty, sales or customer service information regarding
this product, please contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd.
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this AstroLite Scooter These instructions for use should
be read carefully and understood before operating the scooter. Improper use
or unfamiliarity with the scooter may result in harm, injury or trac accidents. A
maintenance schedule has also included at the back. Keep this manual with the scooter,
or in a safe place.
Contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. or check our website for the latest version of
this document. Users with visual, reading or cognitive disabilities should seek advice
from a professional care provider for an appropriate format. If this is not viable, users
should contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. If you have any questions concerning the
operation or maintenance of the scooter, contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd.
Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device should
be reported to the manufacturer and the MHRA or competent authority of your Member
State. Please quote the product serial code on all correspondence.
For Service & Support outside the United Kingdom, please contact the local distribution
company from where this equipment was purchased. Failure to do so may result in the
product warranty becoming void.
Wu´s Tech (Vietnam) Co., Ltd.
No. 31, VSIP II, Road 6, Thu Dau Mot City,
Binh Duong Province, Vietnam
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd.
Sidhil Business Park, Holmfield, Halifax, West Yorkshire,
HX2 9TN, Great Britain
Y. Sung Handelsvertretung
Toulouser Allee 9, 40211 Duesseldorf, Germany
Drive DeVilbiss Sidhil Ltd.
4 Trench Road, Mallusk, Newtownabbey
BT36 4TY, Northern Ireland
UK Aplan Corporation Ltd.
47 Wandle Road, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 1DF, England, Great Britain

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3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
3.1 Environment
The AstroLite Scooter can be used in both indoor and outdoor environments
where appropriate. The AstroLite Scooter can be used on flat, even path
surfaces, however the user should avoid grass, gravel, gradients greater than
6° and motorised roads. Additional care should be taken to avoid inclement
weather and wet surfaces.
3.2 Intended User Group
The AstroLite Scooter is intended for a single user of weight up to 120kg (18.9st).
The intended user group for this device is any mobility restricted individual that
requires assistance with transport. The patient / occupant is the only intended
operator. Users must be both mentally and physically capable of operating the
device with minimal risk of injury to themselves and others.
3.3 Intended Use
The intended use of the scooter is to transport an end user with restricted
mobility, as defined in section 3.2.
The scooter is intended to support a single occupant. A risk assessment must
always be performed on the suitability of the user to the scooter.
3.4 Indications
To provide transport mobility to an end user with restricted mobility.
3.5 Product Overview
The AstroLite Lightweight Boot Scooter has been designed to provide a
comfortable and secure solution for users who have mobility restrictions. The
product is a class A scooter (under EN 12184:2014), class I medical device
and class 2 invalid carriage (under The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways
Regulations 1988). For specific guidance with outdoor use, see section 9.6.
This manual is composed from the product design and specifications at the time
of publication. As designs change, some illustrations and pictures in the manual
may not correspond to the scooter that you purchased. We reserve the right to
make design modifications.

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4. SAFETY
4.1 Warnings & Cautions
Warnings in this user manual highlight potential hazards that if
disregarded could lead to injury or death.
Cautions in this user manual highlight potential hazards that if
disregarded could lead to equipment damage or failure.
4.2 Risk Assessment
Before using the scooter, a risk assessment must be performed by a
competent individual to ensure the safe use of the scooter on a user-by-user
basis. It is the responsibility of users and carers to determine that they are
both mentally and physically capable of operating the scooter with minimal
risk of injury to themselves or others.
The risk assessment should include, but not be limited to:
• Entrapment
• Falling out of the scooter
• Small adults (and children)
• Individuals who lack capacity to operate the scooter
• Users with visual, reading or cognitive disabilities
• Very active occupants
• Unauthorised people with access to the scooter
Caution
Warning
4.3 Contraindications
• The end user exceeds maximum weight capacity indicated in section 4.4
• The end user has postural support needs that are not addressed by the
AstroLite Scooter
• Inability to safely guide a power mobility device
Other contraindications may be relevant which are specific to an individual
and / or care environment.

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4.4 Scooter Loading
The maximum user weight of the scooter is: 120kg (18.9st)
Maximum user weight is the sum of the user mass and the mass of any
ancillary attachments or accessories. Exceeding the maximum weight
capacity will void your warranty. Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. will not be
held responsible for injury and / or damages resulting from failure to observe
weight capacities.
• The maximum load is for the scooter to be occupied by one
person only. Additional weight could damage components
or destabilise the scooter, potentially causing injury.
• The scooter may only be used to transport one person at a
time. It should not be used for climbing. The backrest is not
designed to support an entire person's body weight — risk
of collapse, entrapment.
• The scooter is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to
play near or operate the scooter, as they are at risk of harm.
Warning
4.5 Training
All individuals operating the AstroLite Scooter are to be suitably familiar with
the functionality and limitations prior to use. It is the responsibility of the user
to ensure they are suitably trained to use the scooter and any associated parts
safely and correctly. Every eort should be made to resolve deficiencies and
should include consideration of retraining, falls prevention and equipment
alterations and modifications.
If these instructions for use are not deemed sucient and the need for training
is required, please contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. (see section 2) who
can discuss training options with you.

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• Do not use a damaged or badly worn scooter — risk of harm.
• Check the functionality of the scooter before every use,
using the method listed in section 8.3. Check the current
fastest speed setting is appropriate. (It is recommended to
use a slower speed setting at the beginning of every use,
gradually increasing the speed setting as appropriate.)
• Do not use the scooter in rain, ice or snow conditions. Such
exposure can damage the scooter and put the user at risk. If
exposed to moisture, do not operate the scooter until it has
dried thoroughly.
• Do not drive on tall grass, motorised roads, loose surfaces,
such as gravel or sand, or in muddy conditions.
• Reduced speed and care should be taken when navigating
obstacles.
• Do not attempt to navigate on slopes greater than 6°.
• If unintended movement of the scooter occurs, release the
throttle levers to automatically stop the scooter. Do not use
the key switch to stop your scooter unless an emergency
requires the powering down of the scooter.
• Under no circumstances should the scooter be used as a
seat in a motor vehicle.
• The scooter is designed for occupants who weigh less than
120kg (18.9st); overloading may put the user at risk of falling
or entrapment.
• Do not touch any exposed contacts or connectors while
using the product or while in contact with other individuals.
• Misused electrical equipment can be hazardous.
• Do not operate the scooter while under the influence of
alcohol or when excessively tired.
• Do not operate the scooter at night near motorised roads or
in situations without a clear line of sight.
• Only approved parts, specified for the AstroLite Scooter,
should be used. Accessories that have not been approved
or designed for use with the scooter are not to be used — a
hazard could be introduced due to product combination
incompatibility. If in doubt, contact Drive DeVilbiss
Healthcare Ltd.
4.6 General Warnings
Warning

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• Modification of the AstroLite Scooter, its parts or features
is not allowed without the permission of Drive DeVilbiss
Healthcare Ltd. — a hazard could be introduced.
• The scooter is electrically operated, so should not be used
in oxygen-rich environments, in the presence of flammable
gases, sources of heat or naked flames — risk of explosion
/ fire. Damaged or worn upholstery increases the risk of fire
hazard and should be replaced immediately.
• Individuals unable to drive the scooter without assistance
or supervision must not use the scooter without such
supervision. Unsupervised use of the scooter must be
avoided if there is any doubt about the ability of an
individual to operate it safely.
• If children, adults with learning diculties or pets pose a
potential risk of tampering with the scooter, its suitability for
use is to be considered during the initial user / product risk
assessment.
• Only use freewheel (manual) mode to manually manoeuvre
the AstroLite Scooter when unoccupied. Do not use
freewheel mode on the scooter whilst occupied and / or
on a slope. Always put the scooter in drive mode when
freewheel manoeuvring is completed.
• Do not overload the carry basket - maximum loading weight
is 3kg.
Warning

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5. PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Backrest
Control Unit
Drive
Wheel
Front Wheel
Armrest width
adjustment
knob
Key Ignition
Battery
Seat Rotation
Lever
Tiller adjustment
knob
Tiller lock
The approximate weights of the major
component parts are below:
• Seat – 7.4kg
• Front Section – 9.9kg (seat post
removed)
• Rear Section – 8.8kg
• Battery Pack (10.3Ah) – 2kg
• Battery Pack (17.2Ah) – 2.64kg
• Seat Post – 0.85kg
• Basket – 0.6kg
Freewheel
lever
Anti-tip Wheel
Connecting
Handle
Lifting handle
Seat Post
Knob
Pin

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6. TRANSPORT & STORAGE
Environmental conditions for transport and storage:
Ambient temperature: 0°C to +45°C
Follow these conditions when transporting or storing the scooter:
• The key ignition should be turned o.
• Always fully charge, then remove the battery prior to long-term storage to
ensure maximum battery eciency.
• The scooter should be stored in clean and dry conditions. Cover to protect
from fluid ingress, dirt, dust etc.
• Scooters should not be stored on their side, on their backs, or stacked. Make
sure the seat is set in the “forward” position.
• When transporting scooters by vehicle, they should be securely stowed in
the back of a van, truck, or boot of a car. Adjustable parts should be removed
or properly secured during transport.
• Keep the instructions for use with the scooter or in a safe place.
Note: This vehicle is suitable for land and air transport, but contact your carrier
in advance to determine their specific requirements. The battery pack contains a
Lithium-Ion battery (Model MS027 has a 10.3Ah battery and model MS028 has a
17.2Ah battery).
The battery requires charging every week to ensure battery longevity.
The battery supplied as standard with the MS027 is classified as safe for air
transport under IATA special provision A67.
If your scooter is stored for a prolonged period, flat spots may develop in the
wheels, causing an uneven sensation when driving. This should work itself out
over time. Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. suggests placing a sturdy platform
under the frame to lift the wheels o the ground and take weight o the wheels
during storage. If you notice flat spots after continued use, replace the scooter
wheels immediately.
• Infrequently charged batteries, or batteries stored without a
full charge are susceptible to permanent damage, causing
unreliable performance from your scooter.
• Avoid placing the scooter in direct sunlight — this could
damage the electrical system and / or cause label fading.
• Clean the scooter in line with section 10 prior to storage.
Caution
• Improper storage of your scooter may result in permanent
damage to the frame and / or electronics.
• Do not sit on the scooter while in a moving vehicle.
Warning