Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare AutoFold Elite FLEX/SUSP/RED User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. PREFACE 2
II. SAFETY NOTICES 4
III. SAFETY GUIDELINES 6
IV. EMI INFORMATION 11
V. EMC INFORMATION 12
VI. PARTS 16
VII. FOLDING & UNFOLDING 18
VIII. OPERATION 20
IX. BATTERIES & CHARGING 23
X. CARE & MAINTENANCE 25
XI. SPECIFICATIONS 29
XII. LIMITED WARRANTY 30
XIII. QUICK START GUIDE 32
XIV. FOLDING TROUBLESHOOTING 35
XV. ERROR CODES AND TROUBLESHOOTING 36
All product images in this document are for illustration purposes only

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I.PREFACE
Please read this Owner’s Manual before operating your scooter for the first time.
Improper use or unfamiliarity of the scooter may result in harm, injury, or traffic
accidents.
This Owner’s Manual includes operation instructions, assembly instructions, and
best practices to ensure maximum use from your scooter.
The symbols used throughout this Owner’s Manual are explained below. Read
carefully, and fully understand the sections marked with these symbols:
WARNING –Improper use could lead to death, serious injury, hazardous
conditions, or product malfunction.
ATTENTION –Improper use could lead to injury and/or damage to your
scooter.
SUGGESTION –Follow these instructions for best practices, and to keep
your scooter in prime operating order.
This Owner’s Manual includes a repair maintenance record chart and warranty.
Please keep it in a safe place, or with the scooter.
If someone else uses the scooter, please provide a copy of the Owner’s Manual for
their consideration.
This Owner’s 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.
Intended Purpose: To transport an end user with restricted mobility.
Intended users: Any mobility restricted user who is up to 125kg in weight
(inclusive of any accessories and other additional weight on the scooter e.g.
shopping) and is both mentally and physically capable of operating the scooter.
Indications for use: To provide mobility to an end user who has difficulty walking
due to an injury, physical disability or medical condition.

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Environment of use: The scooter is a class II carriage (under the UK Road Traffic
Act 1988). It may be used on footpaths, pavements, bridleways, in pedestrian
areas and can be used on the road if a pavement is not available or to cross a
road.
The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities for any personal injury or property
damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of this product.

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II.SAFETY NOTICES
• Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
• Fully charge the battery after every trip and prior to using the scooter. If you do
not frequently use the scooter fully charge the batteries every 3 months to prevent
battery failure.
• If the battery gauge drops to 1 flashing bar, charge the scooter as soon as
possible. Completely discharging the batteries may damage the batteries or
shorten the expected life of the batteries.
• Wear proper safety attire when handling batteries.
• Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals, electric shock may occur.
• Always make sure the power is turned off when getting on and off the scooter.
• Always make sure freewheel levers are in the drive position before getting in or
out of the scooter.
• To ensure the user’s familiarity with the scooter’s operation, practice driving at
low speeds in a spacious hazard-free area travelling forward, backward, left, right,
decelerating, manoeuvring up inclines, and down inclines.
• Avoid unnecessary movement of the scooter.
• Never reach, lean or bend when driving your scooter.
• Do not put the scooter in freewheel when on an incline or decline.
• Do not fold or unfold the scooter on an incline or decline. Only operate the
scooter folding mechanisms on flat ground.
• Do not attempt to drive on gradients of more than 6 degrees.
• Do not use the scooter with these individuals: Children or infants, this device
has not been evaluated for pediatric use; Persons incapable of expressing their
thoughts or intentions.
• Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity (125 kg).

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• Avoid exposure to moisture, standing water, rain, snow, ice or salt when possible.
Seek shelter immediately if you are caught in the rain or other inclement weather.
• Store in a clean and dry condition.
• Do not drive your scooter at night without proper lighting.
• Do not remove the anti-tip wheels.
• Keep your feet on the foot board at all time during operation.
• Do not stand on the foot board.
• Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts while driving.
• Be aware of loose-fitting clothes that can become caught in the drive wheels.
• Do not connect an extension cord to the battery charger.
• Disassembling the controller, motor, or charger by anyone other than an
authorised Drive DeVilbiss service agent is prohibited and voids any applicable
warranty.
• Do not take your scooter on roads or highways (see environment of use content
in section I for exceptions).
• Do not operate your scooter when you are tired, or after consuming alcohol.
• Be cautious when driving your scooter in busy areas or shopping malls.
• Under no circumstances should the scooter be used as a seat in a motor vehicle.
• Do not attempt to lift your scooter by any parts other than the frame.
• If you will be seated in your scooter for an extended period, power off the scooter.
Otherwise, the scooter will go in to sleep mode automatically after approximately
30 minutes of inactivity. If this happens, switch the scooter off and on with the key.
•If a serious incident occurs, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. and the local
competent authority should be contacted immediately.

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III.SAFETY GUIDELINES
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Before operating your scooter fully read and understand this Owner’s Manual.
Be sure to follow the Quick Start Guide prior to using your scooter for the first time.
Users may encounter difficult manoeuvring situations such as narrow doorways,
travelling up and down ramps, cornering, and on uneven terrain. Be sure to lower
the speed, take your time, and carefully manoeuvre the scooter.
MODIFICATIONS
Do not modify, remove, disable, or add any parts, features, or functions on your
scooter. Drive DeVilbiss offers a wide variety of accessories for your scooter to
help accommodate your needs.
WARNING –Do not modify your scooter in any way; doing so will void the
warranty.
SAFETY CHECK
ATTENTION –Inspect the following components before each use:
• Electrical connections – secure and free from corrosion
• Freewheel Levers – engaged in drive position
• Batteries – fully charged and free from corrosion
If you notice a problem, please contact your authorised Drive DeVilbiss Provider for
assistance.
WEIGHT CAPACITY
This scooter has a maximum weight capacity that should never be exceeded.
Please refer to Section XI SPECIFICATIONS for this information. The maximum
weight capacity includes the user and any accessories.
WARNING –Exceeding the maximum weight capacity will void your
warranty. Drive DeVilbiss will not be held responsible for injuries
and/or damages resulting from failure to observe weight capacities.

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WARNING –Do not carry passengers on your scooter. Your scooter is
designed and tested for one user to operate while seated.
WARNING –Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity (125 kg).
INCLINE GUIDELINES
Use caution when approaching inclines or declines, if necessary lower the speed
before travelling on a slope.
When travelling up an incline try to keep the scooter moving forward. If you must
come to a stop, use caution, and slowly accelerate the scooter forward.
When travelling down an incline lower the speed on your scooter to the slowest
setting and proceed cautiously. If the scooter is travelling down the incline faster
than you expected, slowly release the throttle to come to a stop, then slightly
push the throttle forward to come safely down the incline.
WARNING –Never put the scooter in freewheel model while on an incline.
Do not fold or unfold on an incline.
WARNING –Drive your scooter straight up or down an incline, never
backwards. Erratic movements, or back and forth patterns may increase
the chance of tipping.
WARNING –Do not attempt to drive on slopes more than 6 degrees.
WARNING –Be careful when driving on inclines. Inclines vary and doing
so may decrease stability.
WARNING –Do not, under any circumstances, travel on a gradient greater
than the maximum climbing angle for this scooter. Please refer to Section
XI SPECIFICATIONS for this information. Exceeding the climbing angle
may cause unstable conditions.
BRAKES & STOPPING
Coming to a stop in your scooter can simply be done by releasing the throttle. The
throttle will automatically return to the centre position and the scooter will come
to a stop.

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ATTENTION –Quickly moving the throttle in the opposite direction of
travel will cause the scooter to come to an abrupt stop, and if held
continuously in the opposite direction may cause erratic movements if
you are unfamiliar with the controls.
Your scooter is equipped with two types of brake systems:
• Regenerative brakes – when the throttle is returned to the centre position, or
stop neutral position, regenerative brakes use electricity to quickly decelerate the
vehicle.
• Park brakes – once the scooter comes to a complete stop the park brake
activates automatically locking the drive wheels.
OUTDOOR OPERATION & INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
While your scooter is purposed for in-home use to assist you in daily living
activities Drive DeVilbiss understands there are times you need to operate the
scooter outdoors and has designed it to perform superbly on level outdoor
surfaces.
ATTENTION –When operating outdoors avoid uneven terrain, soft
surfaces, tall grass, loose gravel, loose sand, fresh water, salt water,
edges of streams, lakes or oceans. If you are unsure about a surface,
avoid it.
Exposure to inclement weather should always be avoided. If you find yourself
caught in inclement weather while operating your scooter, proceed to the closest
shelter immediately. Completely dry your scooter before operating, charging, or
storing. If the scooter is used outdoors, we strongly recommend using a tiller pod
protector accessory.
PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS, Re: DRUGS, ALCOHOL & SMOKING
You must exercise awareness, caution care, and common sense when operating
your scooter. Always keep in mind your own limitations, and substance use when
operating your scooter.
WARNING –Never use your scooter while under the influence of alcohol or
mind-altering substances.
WARNING –Never smoke while seated in your scooter. Damaged or worn
upholstery increases the risk of fire hazard and should be replaced
immediately.

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ATTENTION –Be aware of your own physical limitations when familiarizing
yourself with the scooter.
ATTENTION –Be aware of precautions, warnings, and safety issues when
taking prescribed or over-the-counter drugs while operating your scooter.
Contraindications
This scooter should not be used in the following situations:
• User exceeds maximum patient weight.
• Users with impaired cognition, judgment and/or motor coordination.
• User has postural support needs.
• Users with visual impairments.
• Users who suffer from uncontrolled seizures or fits.
• Users with spatial neglect.
Other contraindications may be relevant which are specific to the individual
and/or environment of use.
STEPS, KERBS & FIXED OBSTACLES
Use extreme caution on when operating your scooter near kerbs, porches, stairs,
escalators, drop-offs, unprotected ledges, and raised areas.
WARNING –Never attempt to navigate your scooter over a fixed obstacle
taller than the maximum ground clearance. Please refer to Section XI
SPECIFICATIONS for this information.
WARNING –Never attempt to navigate your scooter backwards over an
obstacle.
WARNING –Never attempt to operate your scooter on steps or escalators.
ATTENTION –Refer to the following guidelines and diagrams when
travelling over a fixed obstacle lower than the maximum ground clearance
of your scooter:
To manoeuvre up a fixed obstacle –Approach slowly, and make sure the front of
the scooter is perpendicular to the obstacle. Increase the forward speed until the
scooter has cleared the obstacle, and then you may reduce the speed or return
the throttle to neutral.