ForU 3S User manual

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If you have any other questions about this scooter please contact
yourretailerorsupplier.
The manual has been drawn up using information available at the time
Of printing with regard toconstruction andoperation ofthe FOR U.
We reserve the right to make changes due to technical improvements.
Operationand constructionwill beexplainedusingphotographs
showing the 3-wheel version of the FOR U.We will use written
information to tell you of any deviations in operation and construction
with regardto other versions.
The operating manual will help you get to know the function ofour
FOR U and,in addition, describes
•operation
•careandmaintenance
•repair
This Operating Manual assumes that the suitability of the user for
FOR U . usage has been discussed with a doctor, therapist and/or
dealerbeforeoperation.
WiththeFORU,youhavenowpurchasedaproductwhichhas
been manufactured in accordance with the newest technical
capabilities and based on the highestoperating comfort.
We have placed great value on the simplest possible operation and long
service life in both construction and material selection.
A large variety of useful accessories rounds off our range in addition to the
FOR U .
Introduction
FOR U 3S / 4S

FOR U3S / 4S
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7.5
7.6
7.7
7.0
Information about safe FOR U driving ........................................... 25
6.1
6.2 Drivingupinclinesanddownslopes ..........................................
2
5
Overcomingobstacles ...............................................................26
6.2.1 DrivingInformation–Overcomingkerbs ...................... 28
Overloadprotection-motor protection ....................................... 29
Battery charging state = driving range........................................30
6.3
6.4 6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.3
Battery charging state ....................................................
3
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Drivingrange ..................................................................31
Overdischargeprotection- batteryprotection..................31
Driving the FOR U ...........................................................................
3
2
Getting on and off ......................................................................
3
2
Seat belt (accessory) - adjusting for length and putting on .........33
Turningtheseat ......................................................................... 34
SwitchingtheFOR U on .............................................................34
7.4.1 Operationindicatorandfaultdisplay .............................34
Adjustingthespeed ................................................................... 35
Beforedriving ............................................................................35
Driving .......................................................................................36
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
6.0
5.2
5.3
5.0
4.0
3.0
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sions and Extent of delivery ...................................................... 13
2.1 Versions...................................................................................13
2.2 Extent of delivery.....................................................................13
Components ..................................................................................... 14
3.1 The FOR U ..................................................................................14
3.2 The dashboard -displaysandcontrols....................................... 14
Brief instructions ............................................................................. 15
4.1 DrivingtheFOR U ..................................................................15
4.2 Transportingthe FOR U.......................................................... 17
Setting up the Strider ...................................................................... 19
A
djusting the seat height ........................................................... 19
5.2.1 Adjustingthe armrest width ......................................... 23
5.2.2 Adjusting the backrest height.......................................23
Adjusting the seat position.........................................................23
Adjusting the tiller angle............................................................. 24
5.1
2.0
1.0Safety instructions ................................................................................8
Symbols used.............................................................................8
Intendeduse ...............................................................................8
GeneralInformation ....................................................................9
Safetywhendriving ................................................................... 10
Safetyduring transport, assemblyand maintenance..................11
Safetywhen handlingbatteries ..................................................11
Safety - information about electronics........................................12
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
Contents
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11.0
8.0
9.0
10.0
7.8 Usingthemotor brake................................................................
3
6
7.9 Usingthehorn ...........................................................................37
7.10 Switching off / parking the FOR U ............................................. 37
Pushing the FOR U .......................................................................... 38
Attaching the shopping basket ....................................................... 38
Charging thebatteries ..................................................................... 39
10.1 Preparingthebatterycharger ..................................................... 39
10.2 Chargingthebatteries ................................................................ 40
10.2.1 Charging the batteries in theFOR U .via the tiller ............. 40
10.2.2 Charging the batteries in the battery case
(whenremovedfromtheFOR U ) .....................................41
10.2.3 LEDinformationat batterycharger duringcharging ......... .42
10.3 Aftercharging ............................................................................ 42
Things to know ................................................................................ 43
11.1 The batterycharger- functioningprinciple..................................43
11.2 Thebatteries.............................................................................. 43
11.2.1 What are batteries for cyclic use?...................................43
11.2.2 Whendothebatteriesachievetheirmaximum
performance?.................................................................. 43
11.2.3 How do I make sure the batteries achieve their
best service life? ............................................................44
11.3 The auto switch-off .................................................................... 44
11.4 The drive unit............................................................................. 44
11.5 Theworkingprinciple ................................................................. 44
11.6 The control unit.......................................................................... 44
11.7 Anti tipping wheels.....................................................................45
11.8 Wheelsandtyres.......................................................................45
11.9 Brakes on the FOR U . ............................................................... 45
11.10 The tiller lock ...........................................................................46
11.11 Driver´slicence........................................................................46
11.12 Insurance................................................................................ 46
11.13 Approval for road traffic use.....................................................46
Transporting the FOR U ................................................................... 47
12.1 Transportinformation ................................................................. 47
12.2 Transportingthecompletescooter .............................................47
12.3 Preparationfortransport- separatingcomponents..................... 47
12.3.1 Working stepsummary .................................................. 48
12.3.2 Removing theseat..........................................................48
12.3.3 Removing the battery case .............................................48
12.3.4 Locking the tiller .............................................................49
12.3.5 Folding the tiller down .....................................................49
Contents
FOR U 3S / 4S

FOR U 3S / 4S Contents
12.3.6 Disengaging the drive unit from the chassis...................
5
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12.4 AfterTransport- Reassembly..................................................... 51
12.4.1 Engaging the drive unit to the chassis ............................51
12.4.2 Folding the tiller up .........................................................52
12.4.3 Unlocking the tiller ..........................................................52
12.4.4 Reinsertingthe batterycase...........................................53
12.4.5 Fitting the seat ...............................................................53
Cleaning ........................................................................................... 54
Maintenance and Inspection ........................................................... 54
14.1 Daily maintenance before start of journey ..................................54
14.2 Annualinspection- inspectiontimetable ....................................55
Troubleshooting............................................................................... 58
15.1 Beforetroubleshooting ............................................................... 58
15.2 Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 59
15.3.1 Blink speed.................................................................... 61
15.3.2 Errormessageblink sequences.....................................61
15.3 Operationindicatorblinkcodes .................................................. 61
Repairs ............................................................................................. 63
16.1 Information about safety at work................................................63
16.2 Tools .......................................................................................... 63
16.3 Frontwheel-removal andreplacement-3-wheelversion...........64
16.4 Frontwheel-removal andreplacement-4-wheelversion...........65
16.5 Rearwheels-removalandreplacement..................................... 66
16.6 Replacingthe tyre......................................................................67
16.7 Adjusting lock counterstop......................................................... 68
16.8 Fuses ........................................................................................69
16.9 Batteries .................................................................................... 70
16.9.1 Disposalof used ordamagedbatteries .........................70
16.9.2 Replacingthebatteries ..................................................71
Temporarystorage ........................................................................... 72
Appendix .......................................................................................... 72
18.1 Nameplate ................................................................................. 72
18.2 Specifications ............................................................................ 73
18.2.1 Generaldata ...................................................................73
18.2.2 Dimensions3-wheelversion ...........................................74
18.2.3 Dimensions4-wheelversion ...........................................75
18.3 Torque for fixing screws ............................................................. 76
18.4 Disposing of the scooter ............................................................ 76
Warrantyinformation ....................................................................... 77
Annualinspectionscarried out ....................................................... 78
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14.0
15.0
16.0
17.0
18.0
19.0
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The 3S and 4S models are classified as an “invalid carriage” for
use indoors, onpavements, footpaths, pedestrian zones and areas free
from motor traffic.
It must not be driven on public roads with the exception of crossing or
whenno pavements are available.
It is intended to increase the mobility of persons who are both
physically and mentally capable of assessing any driving situations
correctly and reacting correspondingly to them at any time.
Intended use
TheKYMCO scooteris ClassB,EuropeanstandardEN 12 184.
1.2
N
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You will also find information about dealing with the product
under this symbol.
Safety instructions
Symbols used
This instruction manual contains the following symbols which are used
to highlightspecial hazardsin dealingwith the product or information for
simplifying the handling.
Caution!
This symbol identifies safety information which notifies you of
hazardswhendealingwiththeproduct.
1.0
1.1
Safety information
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Tipping hazard!
• Do not adjust the seat if the scooter is standing on an incline.
•
Do not lean out over the armrest to the sides or over the
bac krest to the rear .
Risk o
f
accidents!
• Do NOT use the scooter if your driving capability is impaired
throughconsumption of
medicine or alcohol.
• Only
use the scooter for its correct intended use.
• Only
use the scooter when it is in perfect working order.
• If
any breakdowns occur , stop using the scooter immediately
and secure it against unauthorizeduse.
• It
is imperative that you always rectify any faults which
could influence the function and safety of the scooter
immediatel
y .
• Observe
maximum loading = see Specifications
• Only
use accessories and spare parts authorized by
KYMCO.
• The scooter
is only authorized for transport of one person.
•
Do not carry out any seat adjustments while driving.
General Information
Read the entire operating manual thoroughly before using the
FOR U !
Ensure that:
• the operating manual is read byall people who drive, care for and
service the scooter.
• all persons who drive, care for, service or repair the scooter have
access to the operating manual at any time.
Anydamagesresulting fromnonobservanceofthisoperatingmanual
areexcludedfromthe guarantee.
1.3
Safety information
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Danger due to unintentional movement!
• Always turn the scooter off using the keyswitch if you:
- want to get on or off
- intend to stop for long periods
- are putting the scooter awa y.
Tipping hazard!
• Do not carry out any seat adjustments while driving.
• Only
drive over obstacles and up kerbstones at the lowest
point
and at right angles.
• A
void sudden changes of direction andspeed.
• A
void steep gr adients where there is a danger of skidding(ice,
snow , w et surf aces etc.).
• A
void loose surf aces whose characteristics you are not able
to
assess (woodlands, turf, beaches, gravel etc.)
• Always
drive straight up and down gradients- do not drive in
zigzags.
•
Do notturn around on inclines.
•
Do not drive down steps.
•
Do not drive backwards down gradients,stairs or kerbstones,
or over obstacles.
Safety when driving
Risk of accidents!
• Check correct functioning of the brakes before every journey.
• Always
use the seat belts when driving.
•
Do not switch the scooter off while driving.
•
Do not drive up or down gradients which are too steep, over
obstacles
on gradients or up anddownramps.
Observe
maximum climb angle = see Specifications
• Only
drive through restrictedwidths, around bends,inclines
and ramps with reduced suitablespeed.
• Only
drive up or down inclines when the backrest has been
adjusted to
ver tical.
• Don´t
drive too close to open waters.
1.4
Safety information
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Safety when handling batteries
Fire hazard!
• Do not cover the battery charger and ventilation slot while
charging batteries.
• Only
use thebattery charger inwell-ventilatedareas.
1.6
A
ccident hazard due to incorrectly bolted connections!
• If bolted connections have self-locking nuts, ensure
thatthese
are replaced when reassembling.
•
Do not replace self-locking nuts with normal nuts.
• If bolted connections
have lock washers, check lock
washers when reassemb lingandreplaceifnecessary.
Injury hazard due to improper assembly!
• Ensure that all components in the Scooter have been
correctlyassembled.
• After
assembly , check that all locking devices are holding
correctly.
Clamping and crushing hazard!
Increased hazards due to clamping or crushing result due to the
highcomponentweight(suchasbatteries) duringpreparation
fortransport andmaintenancework.
• Always
carry out any work to be done with great care.
• Always try to get
help from a second person, especially when
sto
wing par ts f or tr anspor t.
• Only
carry out any work described if you are used to working
withthe tools required.
• Only
carry out work using suitable tools.
Safety during transport, assembly and maintenance
If the scooter is transported in the vehicle when fully
assembled:
- no persons may sit on the scooter during loading!
- no persons may sit on the scooter during transport!
1.5
Safety information
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Interference caused to other devices!
The scooter producesan electromagnetic field which can
negatively affect functioning of electrical devices such as
medicinaldevices,radio receiversormobiletelephoneswithin
the vicinity.
Safety - information about electronics
Accident hazard due to failures!
Radio, television, radio transmission devices and mobile phones
produceelectromagneticfields.These cannegatively influence
the scooter electronics functions.
•
Do not drive close to strong radio or television transmitters
(transmittermasts).
• Switch the scooter off if
you are using your mobile phone.
1.7
Burn hazard due to damaged batteries!
Batteries discharging acid can lead to serious burns.
•
Do nottouch damaged batterieswith yourbarehands. Use
rubber gloves!
• If
acid should contact your skin, wash the affected area
immediately with plenty of
w ater and contact a doctor.
• If
acid should come in contact with your eyes, rinse them out
immediately with lots of
w ater and visit a doctor.
• Always
change any clothing soiled with battery acid
immediatel
y .
Risk o
f
accidents!
• Only use the original battery charger(includedindelivery).
• Let
your dealer replace your battery.
• Only
use batteries as detailed in the chapter entitled
“Specifications”.
• Observe
warning information givenbythe battery
manu facturer.
• Batter
ies are e xtremely hea vy.
Safety information
3S / 4S
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Extent o
f
delivery
The equipment of the FOR U
dependson theoptionsordered.
After receiving your FOR U, please
check the following:
• the completeness of the deliver
y
on the basis of the order form
• the delivery condition using the
inspectionplan(chapter 14.2)
If any faults are apparent or
components are missing, please
contact KYMCO or your medical
supplier.
The following items are included in
delivery in addition to the FOR U:
1. Shoppingbasket
2. Two vehicle keys for switching
the FOR U on
3. BatteryCharger
4.Operating Manual
2.2
4-wheel version
V
ersions and Extent o
f
delivery
Versions
3-wheel version
2.0
2.1
delivery
V
ersions / Extent o
f
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Drivelever
(forwards)
Drivelever Hornbutton
(reverse) Batterycharge
display
Handle
Handle
The dashboard - displays and controls
Operationindicator
(faultdisplay)
Keyswitch
(ON-OFFswitch) Speed con
t
oller
3.2
Steeringwheel
Battery case
Shopping
basket
Tiller
Seat unit with
armrests
Rearview mirror
(accessory)
Components
The FOR U
Dashboardwith
controls
3.0
3.1
Components
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4.)SwitchontheFORU
3.) Position restraint system
(accessory).
2.) Get in - turn the seat in the
direction of travel
1.)
T
urn the seat to the outside.
Driving the FOR U
NOTE
Before starting driving, adjust the seat height, the
backrest and the armrests to a comfortable position.
Your specialist dealer would be very glad to help.
4.1
Brief instructions
The following briefinstructions should enable people to quicklyget used
to operating thescooter after a long periodof non-use andto refresh
existingknowledgeof operation.
It is imperative that you follow the instructions given in the main
manual!
4.0
Brief instruction
s
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8.) Braking = release drive
lever (1) 9.) Horn
Forwards
Reverse
Standstill
(brakeengaged)
Standstill
The drive lever position controls the
speed variably right up to maximum
drivingspeed.
7.)Driving
Operatethe drive leverslowlyuntil therequiredspeedhasbeenreached
= highest possible driving
speed(approx.4 mph)
= lowest possible driving
speed(approx.1.5 mph)
5.) Check the
battery
Brief instruction
s
6.) Set the maximum speed
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4.) Fold the tille
r
down
3.) Locking the tille
r
2.) Removing the batte
r
y
case1.) Remo
v
e the seat
T
ransporting the FOR U4.2
Brief instruction
s
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The FOR U dismantled:
1. Chassis
2. Drive unit
3. Battery case
4. Seat unit
Reassembling the FOR U
(Stages6 to 1)
5.) Unlockthedri
v
eunit(1.)
tilt the drive unit away (2.)
Brief instruction
s
6.) Remove the chassis
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Removing the batte
r
ycase:
 Pull the battery case upwards
out of the FOR U chassis.
Removingthebatter
y
case
 Lift the seat while pulling the seat
lock (a) out of the seat support.
 Tilt the backrest forwards.
Removing the seat: Removing the seat
Adjusting the seat height
NOTE!
The seat must be removed from the FO
R
U in order to adjust the seat height. You
should try to get help from a second
person if possible or contact your dealer.
5.1
Setting up the FOR U
The followingpassage describes how to setup your FOR U in order to
ensure that you have a comfortable and safe drive.
5.0
A
djusting the seat height
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 Pull the clamping bolt (2) with the form
shim (4) out of the seat support (5).
 Hold the clamping bolt (2) with a ring
spanner (size12 mm) and unscrew the
self-locking nut (3) with theother ring
spanner (size 12 mm).
T
ools required:
2 x ring spanner, size 12 mm
Adjusting the seat height:
A
djusting the seat height
Removingthe clamping
bolt
FOR U 3S / 4S