ForU MN 3 User manual

OPER
A
TING MANU
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MN 3 and MN 4
3-wheel and 4-wheel

Introduction
FOR U MN3/4
With the FOR U MN3/4, you have now purchased a product which
has
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.
This Operating Manual assumes that the suitability of the user for
FOR U usage has been discussed with a doctor, therapist and/or
dealerbeforeoperation.
The operating manual will help you get to know the function of our
FOR U and, inaddition,describes
•operation
•care and maintenance
•repair
The manual has been drawn up using information available at the time
of printing withregardtoconstruction andoperation ofthe FOR U.
We reserve the right to make changes due to technical improvements.
If you have any other questions about this scooter please contact
your retaileror supplier.
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8.5
8.6
Driving the FOR U...........................................................................
3
3
Getting on and off ......................................................................
3
3
Seat belt - adjusting for length and putting on ............................34
Turningtheseat ......................................................................... 35
Switchingthe FOR U on ............................................................35
8.4.1 Operationindicatorandfaultdisplay ...............................35
Adjustingthe speed ...................................................................36
Beforedriving ............................................................................ 36
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.0
7.3
7.4
Information about safe FOR U driving ........................................... 26
Drivingup inclinesand down slopes ..........................................
2
7
Overcomingobstacles ............................................................... 28
7.2.1 DrivingInformation–Overcomingkerbs .......................29
Overloadprotection-motorprotection ....................................... 30
Battery charging state = driving range........................................31
Battery charging state ....................................................
3
1
Drivingrange .................................................................. 32
Overdischargeprotection-batteryprotection.................. 32
7.4.1
7.4.2
7.4.3
7.1
7.2
7.0 6.3
6.0
5.0
V
e
r
sions............................................................................................ 13
Extent ofdelivery ............................................................................. 13
Components ..................................................................................... 14
4.1 TheFOR U..............................................................................14
4.2 Thedashboard-displaysandcontrols..................................... 14
Brief instructions ............................................................................. 15
5.1 DrivingtheFOR U ....................................................................15
5.2 TransportingtheFOR U............................................................17
Settin
g
u
p
the FOR U ...................................................................... 19
A
djusting the seat height ........................................................... 19
Adjusting the seat position......................................................... 23
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
A
djusting the distance between seat and tiller ................
2
3
Adjustingthe armrest width ............................................23
Adjustingthe armrest height ...........................................24
A
djusting the tiller angle.............................................................
2
5
6.1
6.2
2.0
3.0
4.0
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1.0 Safetyinstructions .................................................................................8
Symbols used..............................................................................8
Intendeduse................................................................................8
GeneralInformation .....................................................................9
Safetywhendriving ...................................................................10
Safety during transport,assemblyandmaintenance..................11
Safetywhenhandlingbatteries .................................................. 12
Safety - information about electronics........................................ 12
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
Contents

FOR U MN3/4
8.7
8.8
8.9
Driving .......................................................................................
3
7
Usingthe motor brake................................................................ 37
Usingthehorn ........................................................................... 38
8.10 Switching off
/
parking the FOR U ..............................................
3
8
Pushing the FOR U.......................................................................... 39
Attaching the shopping basket .......................................................39
Chargingthe batteries .....................................................................40
11.1 Preparingthe battery charger .....................................................40
11.2 Charging thebatteries ................................................................41
11.2.1 Charging the batteries in the FOR U via the tiller
(12 Ah and 17 Ah batteries) ............................................41
11.2.2 Charging the 12 Ah batteries in the battery case............42
(whenremovedfromtheFOR U) ....................................42
11.2.3 LEDinformationat batterychargerduring charging........43
11.3 Aftercharging ............................................................................43
Things to know ................................................................................ 44
12.1 Thebatterycharger-functioningprinciple..................................44
12.2 TheBatteries .............................................................................44
12.2.1 What are batteries for cyclic use?..................................45
12.2.2 Whendothe batteries achievetheirmaximum
performance?..................................................................45
12.2.3 How do I make sure the batteries achieve their
best service life? ............................................................ 45
12.3 Antitipping wheels..................................................................... 45
12.4 Wheelsandtyres....................................................................... 45
12.5 Thetiller lock(only 3-wheel version) ..........................................46
12.6 The drive unit............................................................................. 46
12.7 Theworkingprinciple ................................................................. 46
12.8 Thecontrol unit..........................................................................47
12.9 The auto switch-off .................................................................... 47
12.10 Brakes on the FOR U..............................................................47
12.11 Driver´slicence......................................................................48
12.12 Insurance................................................................................48
12.13 Approval for road traffic use....................................................48
Transportingthe FOR U .................................................................. 49
13.1 Transportinformation ................................................................. 49
13.2 Transportingthecomplete scooter .............................................49
13.3 Preparationfor transport-separatingcomponents..................... 49
13.3.1 Working step summary ...................................................50
13.3.2 Removin
g
theseat..........................................................
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10.0
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13.3.3 Removingthe battery case .............................................
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13.3.4 Locking the tiller(only3-wheel version)........................... 51
13.3.5 Foldingthetiller down ..................................................... 51
13.3.6 Disengaging the drive unit from the chassis.................... 52
13.4 AfterTransport - Reassembly..................................................... ..54
13.4.1 Engaging the drive unit to the chassis ............................ 54
13.4.2 Folding the tiller up ......................................................... 56
13.4.3 Unlocking the tiller (only3-wheelversion) .......................57
13.4.4 Reinserting the batterycase...........................................57
13.4.5 Fitting the seat ............................................................... 57
Cleaning ........................................................................................... ..58
Maintenance and Inspection ........................................................... ..59
15.1 Daily maintenance before start of journey ...................................59
15.2 Weekly inspections / tyre pressure ............................................ .59
15.3 Annualinspection - inspection timetable ..................................... 60
Troubleshooting................................................................................ 63
16.1 Beforetroubleshooting ................................................................63
16.2 Troubleshooting............................................................................64
16.3 Operationindicatorblinkcodes ................................................... 66
16.3.1 Blink speed..................................................................... 66
16.3.2 Errormessageblinksequences.....................................66
Repairs .............................................................................................. 68
17.1 Information about safety at work................................................68
17.2 Tools .......................................................................................... 68
17.3 Wheels-removalandreplacement-3-wheelversion................. 69
17.4 Wheels-removalandreplacement-4-wheelversion................. 70
17.5 Replacingthetyre......................................................................73
17.6 Fuses ........................................................................................74
17.7 Batteries .................................................................................... 75
17.7.1 Disposalofusedordamagedbatteries ..........................75
17.7.2 Replacing the batteries - 12 Ah ......................................76
17.7.3 Replacing the batteries - 17 Ah ......................................77
Temporary storage ........................................................................... 78
Appendix .......................................................................................... 78
19.1 Nameplate ................................................................................. 78
19.2 Specifications ............................................................................ 79
19.2.1 Generaldata ..................................................................79
19.2.2 Dimensions3-wheelversion ..........................................80
19.2.3 Dimensions4-wheelversion ..........................................81
Contents
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16.0
17.0
18.0
19.0
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19.3
T
orque for fixing screws .............................................................
8
2
19.4 Disposing of the scooter ............................................................ 82
Warrantyinformation ....................................................................... 83
Annualinspectionscarried out ....................................................... 84
Contents
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21.0
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The MN 3 and MN4 models are classified as an “invalid carriage” for use
indoors,on pavements, footpaths, pedestrian zonesand areas free
from motor traffic.
They must not be driven on public roads with the exception of crossing
orwhen no pavementsareavailable.
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
The KYMCO Healthcare scooter is constructed for use both indoors
and outdoors (Class B, European standard EN 12184).
1.2
N
O
T
E
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 hazards in dealingwith theproduct or information for
simplifying the handling.
Caution!
This symbol identifies safety information which notifies you of
hazardswhendealingwith the product.
1.0
1.1
Safety information
FOR U MN3/4

FOR U MN3/4
General Information
Read the entire operating manual thoroughly before using the
FOR U!
Ensure that:
• the operating manualis 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 from nonobservanceofthisoperating manual
areexcludedfromtheguarantee.
1.3
Safety information
Risk o
f
accidents!
• Do NOT use the scooter if your driving capability is impaired
throughconsumptionof
medicine oralcohol.
• 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
• O
nly use accessories and spare parts authorized by
KYMCO Healthcare.
• The scooter
is only authorized for transport of one person.
•
Do not carry out any seat adjustments while driving.
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 .
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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.
• Avoidsuddenchanges ofdirection andspeed.
• Avoid steep gradientswhere there is a danger of skidding
(ice, snow, wet surfaces etc.).
• Avoid loose surfaces 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.
• Donot turn aroundon inclines.
• Do not drive down steps.
• Do not drive backwards down gradients, stairsor kerbstones,
or over obstacles.
Safety when driving
Risk of accidents!
• Check correct functioning of the brakes before every journey.
•
Check the tyre air pressure regular ly.
• 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 throughrestrictedwidths,aroundbends,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
FOR U MN3/4

FOR U MN3/4
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 a way.
Safety information
1.5 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!
Clamping and crushing hazard!
Increased hazards due to clamping or crushing result due to the
highcomponentweight(suchasbatteries)duringpreparation
for transport and maintenancework.
• 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
withthetoolsrequired.
• Only
carry out work using suitable tools.
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.
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 lingandreplace if necessary.
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1.7
FOR U MN3/4
Safety when handling batteries
Fire hazard!
• Do not cover the battery charger and ventilation slot while
charging batteries.
• Only
use the battery charger in well-ventilated areas.
Risk of accidents!
• Only use the original batterycharger(includedindelivery).
• Let
your dealer replace your battery.
• Only
use batteries as detailed in the chapter entitled
“Specifications”.
• Observe
warning informationgivenbythebattery
manu facturer.
• Batter
ies are e xtremely hea vy.
Burn hazard due to damaged batteries!
Batteries discharging acid can lead to serious burns.
•
Do nottouch damaged batterieswithyourbarehands.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 .
Safety - information about electronics
Accident hazard due to failures!
Radio, television, radio transmission devices and mobile phones
produceelectromagneticfields.Thesecannegatively 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.
Interference caused to other devices!
The scooter producesan electromagnetic field which can
negatively affect functioning of electrical devices such as
medicinaldevices,radioreceiversormobiletelephoneswithin
the vicinity.
1.6
Safety information

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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.OperatingManual
A
fter receiving
y
ourFOR U, please
check the following:
• that the delivery is complete in
accordance with the list below
• the delivery condition using the
inspectionplan(chapter14.2)
If any faults are apparent or
components are missing, please
contact KYMCO Healthcare or
your medicalsupplier.
Extent o
f
delivery3.0
4-wheel version
V
ersions
FOR U MN3/4
V
ersions
3-wheel version
2.0

Components
FOR U MN3/4
Components4.0
Dashboardwi
t
hcontrols
4.1 The FOR U Rearviewmirror Seat unit with
armrests
Tiller
Shopping
basket
Battery case
Steeringwheel
4.2 The dashboard - displays and controls
Operationindicator
(faultdisplay)
Keyswitch
(ON-OFFswitch) Speedcontoller
Handle Handle
Batterycharge
display
Drivelever Hornbutton
(reverse) Drivelever
(forwards)
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4.)SwitchontheFORU3.) Fasten the seat belt.
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.
5.1
FOR U MN3/4
Brie
f
instructions
The following briefinstructions should enable people to quicklyget used
to operating thescooterafter a longperiod ofnon-useand torefresh
existingknowledgeof operation.
It is imperative that you follow the instructions given in the main
manual!
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8.) Braking = release drive
lever (1) 9.) Horn
Forwards
Reverse
Standstill
(brakeengaged)
Standstill
(brakeengaged)
1
The drive lever position controls the
speed variably right up to maximum
drivingspeed.
7.)Driving
Operatethedrivelever slowly until the required speed has been reached
= highest possible driving
speed(approx.4 mph)
= lowest possible driving
speed(approx.1.5 mph)
Brief instruction
s
6.) Set the maximum speed
FOR U MN3/4
5.) Checkthebattery
charging state

Brief instruction
s
FOR U MN3/4
T
ransporting the FOR U
Dismantling
the
F
OR U
(stages
1
to
6)
5.2
2.) Removing the batte
r
y
case
1.) Remo
v
e the seat
3.) Disconnecting the main plug 4.) Fold the tille
r
down
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The FOR U dismantled:
1. Chassis
2. Drive unit
3. Battery case
4. Seat unit
Reassembling the FOR U
(Stages6to1)
Brief instruction
s
6.) Remove the chassis
FOR U MN3/4
5.) Unlockthedriveunit(1.)
tilt the drive unit away (2.)

FOR U MN3/4
Setting up the FOR U
The following passage describes how to set up your FOR U in order
to ensure that
y
ou ha
v
e a comfortable and safe dri
v
e.
6.0
A
djusting the seat height
6.1 Adjusting the seat height
NOTE!
The seat must be removed from the FOR U
in order to adjust the seat height. You should
try to get help from a second person if
possible or contact yourdealer.
Removing the seat
Removing the seat:
 Tilt the backrest forwards.
 Lift the seat while pulling the seat
lock (a) out of the seat support (1).
Removingthebatter
y
case
Removing the batte
r
ycase:
 Pull the battery case upwards
out of the FOR U chassis.
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 Pull the clamping bolt (1) with the form
shim (3) out of the seat support (4).
 Hold the clamping bold (1) with a ring
spanner (size12 mm)and unscrew the
self-locking nut (2) with the other ring
spanner (size 12 mm).
Removing the clamping
bolt
T
ools required:
2 x ring spanner, size 12 mm
Adjusting the seat height:
A
djusting the seat height
FOR U MN3/4