ewheels EW-36 User manual

Electric Mobility Scooter
Read this manual completely before riding your electric mobility scooter
EW-36 / EW-66
EW-36 EW-66
E-WheelsTM Electric Scooters
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE and CHARGING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. You MUST charge completely prior to initial use. (Follow
charging instructions in your Product Handbook)
2. Charge immediately after each use.
3. Charge before storage. You must charge every 30 days if not
in use.
4. Charge the unit for 6-8 hours or until the light on the charger
turns red & green.
5. DO NOT allow this unit to deep discharge the battery.
6. For safety purposes, DO NOT charge for over 8 hours.
7. Turn the unit OFF when not in use.
This PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR EXTREME or
OFF-ROAD Use! Please take care of your scooter!
DO NOT JUMP or ABUSE THIS PRODUCT!
DO NOT RIDE IN WET/ICY CONDITIONS!
Failure to follow these instructions will
VOID YOUR WARRANTY
IMPORTANT!
Failure to follow these INSTRUCTIONS will
VOID YOUR WARRANTY!
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WARNING
This product does not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle
Standards and is not intended for operation on public streets,
roads or highways. Serious injury can result from the unsafe
operations of this product. Operator can minimize these risks by
using certain safety equipment such as: safety helmet, goggles,
gloves, elbow and kneepads and appropriate footwear.
DO NOT operate this product in traffic, on wet, frozen, oily or
unpaved surfaces or underthe influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
Avoid uneven surfaces, potholes, surface cracks and obstacles.
DO NOT use a water hose to clean this product. See Product
Handbook for more information.
This product is recommended for riders 16 YEARS OF AGE and
older.
SAFETY
Persons without excellent vision, balance, coordination, reflex,
muscle and bone strength and good decision-making
capabilities should not use this product.
Minors without adult supervision should not use this product.
Persons unwilling or unable to take responsibility for their own
actions should not use this product.
The user of this product assumes ALL risks associated with its
use. To minimize these RISKS, the user must wear safety
helmet, goggles, gloves, elbow and kneepads and appropriate
footwear.
This product is ELECTRIC! DO NOT ride this product in wet
conditions, puddles or
rainy weather.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
READ THIS FIRST!
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SAFETY GUIDE
•The recommended minimum age for riding this scooter is 16
years old.
•To avoid damage tothe motor and footplate, do not overload the
scooter.
•Never ride with more than one person.
•Inspect your scooter thoroughly before each use for loose or
missing parts.
•Avoid unintentional starts by turning the scooter off while not in
use.
•To avoid the risk of a short circuit in the electrical parts, do not
use your Electric scooter in the rain and never spray or wash off
your scooter with water.
•Do not place the battery near fire or heat.
•To avoid damage tothe battery, do not use the charger if it has
been damaged in any way.
•Keep hands, face, feet and hair away from all moving parts.
•Do not touch the motor or wheels whilethey are rotating.
•Brakes are designed to control speed as well as stop the
scooter. Practice braking for proper slowing down and smooth
stops.
•Maintain your scooter as recommended in this Product
Handbook.
•Use only quality replacement parts as recommended by the
manufacturer.
•Inspect the entire scooter prior to each use. Replace any part
that is cracked, chipped or damaged before use.
*NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE SCOOTER
WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION.
*NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE SCOOTER WHILE
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL.
If a situation arises that is not covered in the manual,
proceed with caution and use good judgment.
QUICK REFERENCE
SAFETY GUIDE
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Contents
Riding Safety ………………………………………….. 5
Safety Basics & Operating Instructions………….6
Wet Weather & Night Riding ……………………….8
Specifications …………………………………………. 11
Components ………………………………………….. 12
Assembly and Setup ……………………………….. 14
Routine Operation ………………………………….. 15
Battery Care and Maintenance…………………. 17
Battery Charging …………………………………… 20
Other Maintenance …………………………………. 23
Fuse ……………………………………………………… 24
Scheduled Maintenance …………………………. 25
Troubleshooting ………………………………………. 26
Warranty / Returns ………………………………… 27
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The EW-36/EW-66 is a highly stylish, environmentally
friendly, fossil-fuel-free personal transportation device,
incorporating these advanced-design components:
Highly efficient High torque DC motor.
Controller with battery indicator and protection
from over voltage and under voltage.
Brake system with power cut-off, for safe riding.
48V 20Ah high performance battery, delivering
stronger current and longer range.
RIDING SAFETY
This is NOT your typical Mobility scooter!
**This is a fast and powerful scooter that is capable of
bringing the front wheel up and off the ground if not
careful. Having the seat slid completely back as well as
the speed control dial at its highest adjustment,
increases its ability to “Pop a Wheelie” when the throttle is
engaged. Use caution!
Like any sport, cycling carries the risk of injury and
damage. By choosing to ride the EW-36/EW-66 you
assume all responsibility for these risks. Thus, you need
to know and practice the rules of safe and responsible
YOUR INSURANCE POLICIES MAY NOT PROVIDE
COVERAGE FOR ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THE USE OF
THIS CYCLE. TO DETERMINE IF COVERAGE IS
PROVIDED YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE
COMPANY OR AGENT.
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Safety Basics: Do’s and Don’ts
The Do’s
oAlways conduct a Safety Check before you ride your
EW-36/EW-66. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
of your EW-36/EW-66
oAlways wear an approved helmet when riding your
EW-36/EW-66.Follow the helmet manufacturer’s
instructions for fit, use and care of your helmet.
oAlways keep body parts and other objects away from
the spinning wheels of your EW-36/EW-66
oAlways wear shoes that will stay on your feet and will
stay on the floorboard.
oWear bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it
can catch on moving parts of the EW-36/EW-66 or
objects at the side of the road or trail.
oThink about your speed, and keep your speed
consistent with safe operating conditions.
The Don’ts
oNever ride with headphones. They mask traffic
sounds, distract you from concentrating on your
surroundings, and their wires can tangle in the moving
parts of the EW-36/EW-66, causing you to lose control.
oNever carry a passenger. The maximum carrying
capacity is 350 lbs.
oNever ride barefoot or wearing sandals.
oDon’t jump with your EW-36/EW-66. It puts great
stress on everything from frame and forks to
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drive train. Riders who are jumping their EW-36/
EW-66risk serious damage to their EW-36/EW-66 and
will void their warranty.
oNever carry anything which obstructs your vision or
your complete control of the EW-36/EW-66 or which
could become entangled in the moving parts of the
EW-36/EW-66.
oNever hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle.
oNever ride your EW-36/EW-66 while under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs.
oIf possible, avoid riding in bad weather, when visibility
is obscured, at dusk or in the dark, or when you are
very tired. Each of these conditions increases the risk
of accident.
oNever allow children to ride. Never allow others to ride
without reading and understanding these instructions.
Operating Reminders and Suggestions
oReview all instructions carefullybefore riding the
EW-36/EW-66.
oFollow all rules and regulations in your area for
operating a motorized bicycle. Obey the same road
laws as all other road vehicles, including yielding the
right-of-way to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights
and stop signs.
oRide predictably and in a straight line. Never ride
against traffic.
oUse the signal lights to indicate turning or stopping.
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oRide defensively. To other road users, you may be
hard to see.
oConcentrate on the path ahead. Avoid potholes,
gravel and dirt, wet road, oil, curbs, speed bumps,
drain grates and other obstacles.
oBe alert for unexpected events, such as opening car
doors or cars backing out of concealed driveways.
oBe extra careful at intersections and when preparing
to pass other vehicles.
oFamiliarize yourself with all the bike's features.
Practice signal lights, braking and use of the horn.
oDon't carry packages or passengers that will interfere
with your visibility or control of the bike. Don't use
items that may restrict your hearing.
oMaintain a comfortable stopping distance from all
other riders, vehicles and objects. Safe braking
distance and forces are subject to the prevailing
weather and road conditions.
Wet Weather Riding
Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility,
both for the rider and for other vehicles sharing the
road. The risk of accident is dramatically increased in
wet conditions. In wet weather you need to take extra
care. In wet conditions, the stopping power of your
brakes (as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing
the road) is dramatically reduced. This makes it harder
to control speed and easier to lose control. To make
sure that you can slow down and stop safely in wet
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conditions, apply your brakes earlier and more
gradually than you would under normal, dry conditions.
Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden braking, and
take corners with additional caution. Keep in mind that
there is a direct, but inverse, relationship between
speed and controllability.
Be more visible on the road. Wear reflective clothing
and use safety lights.
Potholes and slippery surfaces such as lane markings
and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet.
Night Riding
A rider is very difficult for motorists to see at dusk, at
night, or at other times of poor visibility. If you must ride
under these conditions, check and be sure you comply
with all local laws about night riding; follow the Rules of
the Road, and take the following precautions:
Make sure that your EW-36/EW-66 is equipped with
correctly positioned and securely mounted reflectors.
Make sure your clothing or cargo does not obstruct a
reflector or light. Ensure that the front lights are on.
Wear light colored, reflective clothing and accessories,
any reflective device or light source that moves will help
you get the attention of approaching motorists,
pedestrians and other traffic.
Ride slowly. Avoid hazards, such as potholes and curbs.
Avoid areas of heavy traffic, dark areas, and roads with
speed limit over 35 mph. If possible, ride on routes
already familiar to you.
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Ride at night only if necessary. Slow down and use
familiar roads with street lighting, if possible.
Other Reminders
The EW-36/EW-66 works best on level ground. Use
caution whilegoing down an incline, such as a hill or a
ramp. Hill climbing and repeated acceleration/braking will
exhaust the battery much more rapidly.
The EW-36/EW-66 has an electrical brake cutoff system.
When you engage either brake, the throttle becomes
inoperative. Release the throttle before braking. Do not
“ride” the brakes.
The EW-36/EW-66 has a speed control dial to regulate
the speed output. The rider can turn it from low to high
and set it anywhere in between. On the first ride, set the
knob to its slowestposition until the rider feels
comfortable and safe.
The battery does NOT require deep discharging. If your
EW-36/Ew-66 is put into storage, re-charge its battery
at least once every 90 days.
Do not store your EW-36/EW-66 in direct sunlight for an
extended time.
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Store your EW-36/EW-66 in a dry place. Exposing your
EW-36/EW-66 to rain, snow, or other precipitation may
result in damage.
SPECIFICATIONS
EW-36
COLOR: Red, Silver, Dark Blue, Orange
POWER: Electric
WATTS: 500 Watt
MOTOR TYPE: Transaxle differential
brushless motor
AMPS: 20 AH
VOLTS: 48 Volt
DIMENSIONS: 61”*29”*41”
BATTERIES: 48 volt lead acid
maintenance free battery
TIRE SIZE: 16”/2.5”
CHARGER: Smart charger included
SPEED: Up to 18mph
DISTANCE: Up to 45 miles per charge
(distance varies by riders weight ,
terrain, road surface etc.)
THROTTLE TYPE: Variable speed
control- Twist Throttle
KEY START: Yes
BRAKING SYSTEM: Front and rear
braking system
DRIVE SYSTEM: Brushless motor
HEAD LIGHT: Yes
CARTON SIZE: Shipped on a pallet
SHIPPING WEIGHT: 280 lbs
NET WEIGHT: 200 lbs
ELECTRIC LIGHT: Yes
BATTERY INDICATOR: Yes
STORAGE BASKET: Yes
SHOCK ABSORBER: Two rear shock
absorber on the frame
ALARM: Anti-theft alarm
EW-66
COLOR: Red or Silver
POWER: Electric
WATTS: 500 Watt
MOTOR TYPE: Transaxle differential
brushless motor
AMPS: 20 AH
VOLTS: 48 Volt
DIMENSIONS: 74”*29”*41”
BATTERIES: Lead acid maintenance
free battery
TIRE SIZE: 16”/2.5”
CHARGER: Smart charger includ
SPEED: Up to 18mph
DISTANCE: Up to 45 miles per charge
(distance varies by riders weight,
terrain, road surface etc.)
THROTTLE TYPE: Variable speed
control- Twist Throttle
KEY START: Yes
BRAKING SYSTEM: Front and rear
braking system
DRIVE SYSTEM: Brushless motor
HEAD LIGHT: Yes
CARTON SIZE: Shipped on a pallet
SHIPPING WEIGHT: 300 lbs
NET WEIGHT: 280 lbs
ELECTRIC LIGHT: Yes
BATTERY INDICATOR: Yes
STORAGE BASKET: Yes
SHOCK ABSORBER: Two rear shock
absorber on the frame
ALARM: Anti-theft alarm
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COMPONENTS
1.Battery Storage Access
1
2
3
94
6
7
8
5
10
(tilt seat forward)
(4 batteries total)
2. Seat Recline Adjuster
3. Drop Down Arm Rests
4. Forward/Reverse switch
5. Instrument panel
6. Throttle
7. Brake levers
8. Ignition Switch
9. Basket
10. Variable speed control
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1. Brake levers
2. High/low beam selector
3. Rearview mirrors
4. Instrument Panel
5. Headlight switch
6. Throttle
7. Ignition switch
8. Forward/Reverse switch
9. Turn Signal
10. Speed Control Knob
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3
2
9
45
10
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ASSEMBLY AND SETUP
1) Remove your EW-36/EW-66 from its shipping carton.
EW-36/EW-66 weighs about 150 lbs, so get help, and use
care. Cut away any residual packing materials with a knife
or scissors.
2) Attach the Rear View Mirrors to the mounting holes.A
wrench can be used to tighten the lock nuts at the base
of each mirror.
3) Check if the brakes are properly adjusted. The brake
handles should stop short of touching the handgrip, when
fully engaged. The rear brake cable can be adjusted in
two places:
•At the cable end bracket, just before the lever,
with 8 and 10 mm wrench adjustments, and
•At the end of the lever, with a 10 mm nut fastener.
The front brake is adjusted
at the end of the cable, at
the saddle nut.
4) Circuit Breaker. Using the ignition key, open the rear
storage compartment located under the seat. Locate the
circuit breaker and switch it from off to on.
5) Your EW-36/EW-66 has been in transit and storage.
You must charge the batteries before riding it. Charge
the battery byplugging the charger into the EW-36/
EW-66 Charger Ports.
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ROUTINE OPERATION
A) Pre-Ride Check
1) Be sure the tires have enough air. A low tire
pressure risk rim pinching (tube failure) and lowers
your range (distance per charge).
2) Be sure the battery is fully charged. Riding on a
3) Be very careful not to twist the throttle and engage
the hand brake at the same time. If this occurs
excessive power will occur and this will cause the
scooter to leap forward.
low state-of-charge will reduce range, and can
damage the battery.
4) Verify the proper adjustment and function of the
brakes.
5) Make sure the EW-36/EW-66 is in good mechanical
order. Visually inspect and hand-check the vehicle,
and snug any loose bolts, screws, or other
fasteners.
6) With the EW-36/EW-66 visually inspected, turn the
key switch and apply the throttle, to verify the
motor’s smooth operation. Apply the brake to stop
the motor. Verify that the throttle is inoperative
when either brake is applied.
B) Steps to Startup
1) Adjust the Rear View Mirrors so that you can see
clearly behind you.
2) ADJUST THE SPEED CONTROL KNOB! Adjust
to slow for the initial ride until you feel
comfortable.
3) Insert the key into the key switch and turn the key
from OFF to ON.
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4) The EW-36/EW-66 has an onboard Voltmeter,
indicating the Battery’s approximate state-of-charge.
It is normal for this reading to “sag” somewhat
during acceleration. Excessive Voltage “sag” is a
sign of a depleted or damaged battery. When a
battery is exhausted, if you force it to supply energy,
it will dramaticallydamage the battery. At this time,
the low voltage protector will shut off the power-
automatically, protecting the battery from further
damage.
5) Hold onto the handlebars with both hands. Assume
a well-balanced position. Your right hand will
control the accelerator. Twist the accelerator
slowly to avoid a sudden rush of speed forward.
The speed of the bike will increase as you twist the
accelerator more. Release the accelerator and
apply the brakes to stop your bike. You will control
the speed of the bike by using both the accelerator
and the brakes. When the brake handle is
squeezed it cuts power to the accelerator.
6) Give the EW-36/EW-66 some acceleration and speed
by first applying the throttle gently. Try not to
brake and accelerate needlessly.
7) Return the key to the OFF position and take out
the key after riding, to secure your property and to
save battery power.
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Battery Care and Maintenance
What to Expect of Your Batteries, Ideally
The battery is a sealed lead-acid type, with a gel
electrolyte. With normal use, it can last for well over 300
charge/discharge cycles.
Know that normal use should mean partial, and not
complete discharging. If you employ “shallow” discharge
cycles, using less than 30% of battery’s capacity, the
battery can achieve up to 1,200 charge/discharge cycles.
Thus, it is good to charge the battery after each ride. A
partial discharge will require less time on the chargers.
What to Expect, Realistically
The battery can keep its performance for about 200
charge/discharge cycles, with high current and deep
(80%) discharging. The storage capacity of the battery
will decline after 200 times recharging. If you re-charge
the battery before it is exhausted, you will dramatically
extend the battery’s cycle life.
In Summary
Always try to recharge the Battery Pack within 24 hours
after use to maximize battery cycle life and prevent
damage.
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What’s Inside Your EW-36/EW-66 Battery
The Battery is composed of four 12 Volt, 20 Amp-hour
capacity batteries, in series, for a total capacity of 48 V,
20 Ah.
The component batteries are a standard, commercially
available size. Keep three things in mind, however,
should you choose to service your battery.
1) The batteries are soldered into place. Replacing
batteries will require soldering equipment and
skills.
2) Batteries can be extremely dangerous. If allowed
to short-circuit, they can cause burns, create
blinding arcs, or explode, causing serious injury. If
you accept this risk, work slowly, and exercise
utmost care! Work with only one wire at one time.
3) Batteries solder, and soldering vapors contain lead,
a toxic substance that can build up in your body.
Minimize your exposure to lead by wearing gloves,
providing good ventilation when soldering, and
washing hands after soldering or handling
batteries. You should NEVER simultaneously solder
and eat snack foods!
Battery Trouble
Should abattery ever leak, do not touch the battery
liquid. If you are exposed to the solution, flush the
affected area with water. If you must handle the battery,
wear disposable gloves.
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Replace the battery if there are leaks, visible breaks or
cracks.
Dispose of used batteries by taking them to a recycling
center, or according to state and local laws.
Battery Temperature Sensitivity
Ambient temperature will affect almost every kind of
battery. Usually, the battery shows gooddischarging
capability at higher air temperature. When the air
temperature is under 0 ºF, the battery power will decline
more than one third. So it is natural that the EW-36/
EW-66 will not reach its normal mileage in winter or in
cold weather. When the air temperature is up to 68 ºF,
the EW-36/EW-66 will achieve its normal range capability.
When the ambient temperature is over 110 ºF (as when
exposed to summer sunshine for a long period), batteries
and other electric components usually run in an abnormal
fashion.
What Does “Maximum Range” mean?
To determine the EW-36/EW-66 maximum per-charge
distance, the testing environment was:
•Rider weight: 180 lbs
•Air temperature: 77 ºF
•No headwind, smooth, level road, infrequent
braking and steady speed.
Under these conditions, the EW-36/EW-66 maximum
range is up to 43 miles.
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