Emax 90 S User manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CUSTOMER SERVICE CHECKBOOK
Valid for “e-max” versions:
Status as of January 2008
English

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Dear e-max riders,
We are pleased that you have chosen one of our brand name vehicles and we
welcome you warmly into the large group of e-max riders.
This handbook contains tips about correct handling, inspections and service
intervals for your e-max scooter. For your safety and in order to guarantee
comfortable riding, we recommend that you carefully read this manual before using
your vehicle.
For problem free operation and maintaining the value of the vehicle ensure
professional servicing, following all the established maintenance and driving tips in
this handbook as well as having all servicing carried out by an authorised e-max
specialised dealer at the correct time intervals as specified in this manual.
We wish you an enjoyable and safe riding experience!

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1. Safety tips
Before use:
Check the scooter to make sure that:
•the cord from the charger is removed!!!
•there is enough power in the battery
•the lights and horn are functioning
•there is enough tyre pressure and tread
•the brakes are functioning correctly and especially that the brake fluid is full and the seal of
the braking system and brake pads are in order
•the steering movement is smooth

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While driving:
1.1 Clothing
•Always drive with a well fitting helmet
•Wear tight fitting and comfortable clothing
•Wear appropriate footwear (no socks or slippers)
Under some conditions, open or loose clothing can have and adverse affect on driving safety!
1.2 Riding style
•Ride with foresight and consideration
•Always keep both hands on the handlebars while riding
•When riding around bends, the rider and passenger (when applicable) should lean with
the scooter into the curve
•Ride with exceptional care on poor or wet surfaces
•Use the booster function only when needed, e.g. when quick acceleration is required or
on a hill.
•Pay attention to any unusual noises or handling of the scooter

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1.3 Loading of objects and passengers
•Use only the top case, the storage compartment under the seat or loading hook when
transporting objects
•Do not exceed the approved total weight
•The scooter is certified for a maximum of 2 persons!
•Maximum load in the top case: 5 kg
•Maximum load in the storage compartment under the seat:5 kg
•Maximum load for hooks 3 kg
•Certified total weight 90S /110S 300 kg / 331kg

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After use:
•Check to see whether the battery needs charging
Riding on a partially charged battery will significantly reduce it’s life.
You can increase the life of the battery by using the original e-max charging unit every
time you charge the Scooter. Over charging the battery is impossible as the charging
unit switches off when the maximum charge is reached.

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2. Attachments and Controls
Ignition switch
Seat lock
Rear light
Motor and
Rear brake
Lever for rear
brake
Indicator
Indicator
High beam
Head light
Parking light

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Ignition
switch
Mirror
Lever for front
brake
Main stand
Rear Reflector
License plate
License
plate light
Side Reflector
Seat
compartment

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2.1 Ignition switch
Possible switch positions:
OFF position:
•All functions off
•Steering lock not engaged
•Scooter can be moved
•Work on the scooter is possible without risk
Key in the ignition and in “Drive” position:
•All functions are ready for use
•Scooter is ready for operation
•In this position, the key cannot be removed
Steering lock in position, “Handlebars locked”:
Turn handlebars to the left until they lock
•Turn key to the position, "Handlebars locked" and remove key
•All functions are turned off
•Scooter has limited movement
Warning: No engine noise!! Throttle active!!

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2.2 Speedometer / LCD Display
After being switched on, a welcome text appears
in the display
In case of a malfunction: see 3.4 for the respective information
As soon as this has disappeared and no further malfunction
notifications appears, the scooter is ready for use
Symbols in the display:
•KmP: Trip odometer function: pressing the
mode switch longer than 3 seconds sets
it to zero
•KmT: Total kilometre function: a short press
on the mode switch changes the
display to the current battery Voltage
•V: Display for the current battery Voltage: a quick
press of the mode switch changes
the display to the total kilometre function
•E: Battery capacity, max. 6 fields. When only
one field is still visible, max. 5 km range
•A: Current power consumption, max. 6 fields

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2.3 Left Switch Unit
2.3.1 High Beam Switch
Position 1:
When the low beam is switched on, pressing the switch down
activates the high beam as long as pressure is applied
•The blue high beam LED is displayed on the
speedometer while pressure is applied
Position 2:
When the low beam is switched on, pressing the switch up
switches the high beam on permanently
•The blue high beam LED is displayed in the
speedometer
2.3.2 Indicator switch
Setting indicator: Sliding the switch to the left or right
switches on the indicators
•Audible signal
Turn off indicator: briefly press white button

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2.3.3 Horn
Pressing the switch sounds the horn

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2.4 Right Switch Unit
2.4.1 Mode Switch
•Short press: Display in speedometer changes from
trip odometer (KmP) + battery voltage
to total odometer
(KmT) + KmP
•Hold for min. 3 seconds: Trip odometer is set to 0 km
2.4.2 Light Switch
•Right position: All lights are switched off
•Middle position: Front parking lights, rear lights and
speedometer illumination switched on
•Left position: Parking lights, low beam/high beam, rear
lights and speedometer illumination are
switched on
2.4.3 Boost Switch
A single press will increase power but not maximum speed
•Active for 60 seconds, then it must be pressed again(if
required)
•Is only effective when the scooter is driving at a minimum
of 5 km/h
•Can also be pressed when standing still, then power is increased when the scooter reaches
a minimum of 5 km/h
•Frequent use decreases the range

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2.5 Throttle
Turning the throttle changes the speed.
•Avoid turning it too quickly for a smoother ride
•If the throttle is not used, a safety function will
switch off after 180 seconds when the key position
is in “Drive”
To activate:
Turn the throttle a full turn and then use it
normally or
set the key switch to “Off” and then reset it to “Drive”.
Warning:
In the “Drive” position the throttle is active immediately!!
There is no engine sound when stopped!!

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2.6 Seat lock / storage compartment
•To open the seat, put the key in and turn
•To lock, lower the seat and press down until it
snaps into place
•Never put keys in the compartment and then
close the seat
•Max. load in the compartment is 5 kg

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2.7 Charging Plug
•The charging plug is located in the storage
compartment (to open compartment see 2.6)
•After charging return the plug to its specially
designed holder

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2.8 Mirror
•Before riding, ensure the mirrors are adjusted
correctly
•Approximate positioning: Set the frame with the
holder
•Fine adjustment is possible by moving the mirror
inside it’s plastic casing
•For safety clean the mirrors regularly!!

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2.9 Main Stand
•The main stand holds the scooter in an upright
position
•Use the main stand
•during a long stop
•when the ground is too unstable for the side
stand
•during servicing

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2.10 Side Stand
•The side stand holds the scooter in a slightly angled
position
•Set the scooter on a firm surface
•Fold out the side stand with the right foot until it snaps
into place
•To fold the stand in, set the scooter upright and using
your right foot, return the side stand into place
Note:
When the side stand is out and the key
position is in “Drive”, the throttle is
disabled
When the key switch is in the "Drive" position, the following
message appears in the display:
“Battery in charge or side stand out”
and the orange warning LED is on

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2.11 Hook
•To use the hook, turn to the right and fold out
•A load of up to 3 kg can be hung on the hook