FREERIDER FR1 Operator's manual

Freedom Reliability Innovation
FR1
USERS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
USERS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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FOREWORD
Please read and follow all instructions in this Users Instruction Manual before
attempting to operate your Scooter for the first time. If there is anything in this
manual that you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for setting
it up, contact your Authorized Agent.
Using your product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings,
cautions and instructions in this manual.
A full technical specication can be found at the rear of this manual.
Using your Scooter safely also depends upon your good judgment and / or common
sense, as well as that of your Provider, Caregiver or Health Professional.
Always think safety!

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CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................................................................ 3
Purpose of your Scooter ........................................................................................ 4
Rules for safe use ........................................................................................... 5
Getting to know your Scooter ................................................................................ 7
Operating your Scooter ........................................................................................ 8
Freewheeling your Scooter .............................................................................. 15
Safety instructions and warning ............................................................................ 15
Safety warning & instruction labels ....................................................................... 17
Learning to get about ............................................................................................ 17
Batteries and battery charging .............................................................................. 19
Basic fault nging .................................................................................................. 21
Technical specication .......................................................................................... 24
Classification .......................................................................................... 26
Optional accessories ............................................................................................. 27
Guarantee terms ................................................................................................... 29
Service history ..................................................................................................... 30

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your Scooter. Please read this User Instruction
Manual carefully before you attempt to operate your scooter. Your User Instruction
Manual will assist you to get the most from your machine.
This manual contains important information regarding the safe operation and
maintenance of your Scooter.
If you have any queries concerning operation or maintenance, consult your
authorized dealer.
Please keep in mind that the operator of the Scooter is responsible for
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
The FR1 provides transportation for an elderly or disabled person. It can be used in a
variety of indoor and outdoor settings.
Your scooter has numerous features not found on other power scooters. With proper
care and maintenance, you will enjoy many years of dependable service.
Please remember that when it comes to service and repairs, your authorized dealer
knows your scooter best.
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PURPOSE OF YOUR SCOOTER
Your Scooter is suitable for persons who require independent mobility combined with
comfort, safety, reliability and a product that needs a minimal amount of maintenance.
The intended user should possess some degree of ability with the use of both arms
and hands, reasonable balance and good eyesight, and a degree of spatial
awareness.
The user should have received training in the use of the product, preferably in their
normal environment.
Your Scooter should not be used in torrential rain or deep snow, on loose slippery
surfaces and slopes or on wet grass etc., which could become a danger to the rider,
or other road users.
Do not drive your scooter if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication that may affect your ability. If you are in doubt consult your doctor.
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RULE FOR SAFE USE
These symbols below are used in this Users Instruction manual to identify
warnings and cautions. It is very important for you to read and understand them.
Warning:Failure to note the warnings in this user ’s manual may result in
personal injury.
Your scooter is a powerful machine. Please read all of the instructions in this
manual before operating your Scooter. Follow notes carefully to ensure safety at
all times.
Always make certain your machine is fully charged and in full working order
before starting your journey.
Weight Limitations: Your scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity of 400
lbs.
1. Do not ride your scooter without reading this instruction manual. Also read all
of the safety instructions and warnings at the start of this manual.
2. Only drive your scooter if your health condition will allow you to be safe.
3. Do not exceed the maximum safe gradient outlined for your vehicle
4. Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum carrying weight.
5. Do not reverse your scooter onto uneven inclines or surfaces. Be cautious
when traversing slopes.
6. Do not drive your scooter in a confined space unless the speed adjustment
dial is set low.
7. Do not turn suddenly at full speed, especially on uneven or sloping ground.
8. Do not drive your scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk.
9. Do not drive your scooter unless the seat is locked into the driving position.
10.Do not drive your scooter over deep, soft terrain (eg. soft earth, deep grass,
loose gravel, snow).
11.Do not drive when under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs which may
impair your safety.
12.Do not climb or descend Curbs that exceed the maximum dimension detailed
under technical specification of this manual. Do not turn when negotiating
curbs.
13.Always approach obstacles at low speed.
14.Always approach obstacles straight.
15.Always keep your feet on the vehicle when driving.
16.Always proceed carefully while riding, especially as you approach the
downgrade of a ramp.
17.Always reduce speed when descending inclines.
18.Always avoid uneven surfaces.
19.Always consult your physician or a therapist if in doubt about your ability
to operate a Scooter.
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20.Transport - Do not sit on your scooter while it is in a moving vehicle.
Always strap down your scooter then transfer to the vehicle seat.
21.The batteries fitted to your scooter are maintenance free and do not
require topping up with distilled water.
22.Do not drive your scooter through deep water or clean with a high
pressure hose.
23.Do not drive your scooter through sea sand or sea water, this is very
corrosive.
Always wash salt splashing from the metal parts of your Scooter with hot
soapy water as soon as possible.
24. Do not drive on motorways, highways (i.e. those with a speed limit of
over 50mph), cycle lanes or in bus lanes.
25. Always switch your lights on at night or in poor visibility. Wear reflective
clothing.
Please remember you are a motorized pedestrian and must observe all rules
and regulations of other pedestrians wherever possible. Your scooter has been
designed for use on most roads; drive with due care and attention. Read the
‘Safety instructions and warnings’ section of this manual.
Please have a safe journey

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SCOOTER
Your Scooter is delivered fully assembled, fitting the two batteries and the seat
assembly together with some minor adjustments are detailed on the following pages,
under ‘Operating your Scooter’. A full technical specication for your Scooter can be
found at the rear of this manual.
A great deal of thought and consultation has gone into the design of your state-of-
the-art, life-changing scooter. Your Scooter will help to increase your mobility and
therefore give you more time and energy to enjoy your life.
A great deal of thought has gone into the design of your four wheeled vehicle which
will allow you to negotiate obstacles found in confined shopping areas. Also, the
four wheels will give you added stability on uneven surface. This is just one of the
features you will nd on your Scooter.
Others are:
COMFORT - The contoured seat giving you day-long comfort. A fully proportional
speed-controller with a speed restriction facility allows you a smooth, safe jerk-free
ride.
CAUTION -Do not switch 'off' the on/off power key when you are moving; this will
automatically apply the motor parking brake suddenly and could place you in a
dangerous situation. Your scooter is tted with anti-tipping wheels. Do not remove
these anti-tipping wheels, they are an important part of the scooter design provided
specically for your safety.
1. Stccring handbars
2. Drining mirror
3. Concole
4. Off-board charger port
5. USB 5V power outlet
6. Injectiion mirror bracket
7.Front lights
8.Direction indicator lights
9.Daytimc running lights
10.Front and rear bumpers
11.Side and rear reectors
12.Floor mat
13.13"aluminum alloy sporty wheels
14.3 functions in one rear lighting
(rear light/indicators/auto brake light)
15.Main circuit braker
16.Mudguards for all wheels
17.Adiustable angle seat with backrest

OPERATING YOUR SCOOTER
Before setting out on your scooter you need to make sure that your seat is in the
correct driving position. The seat has three basic adjustments to assist your comfort.
1.Mirror assemble:
2.Seat Lock Lever:
This allows the seat to swivel through 360 degree: Pull up fully to release the
seat allowing rotation. Release lever to lock the seat into the desired position. .
Caution:The seat locking lever must be locked in place and be lifted up fully when
rotating the seat, failure to observe this may result in unnecessary wear of the seat
post.
Removing seat from Scooter:
The seat mounting post is designed with a special safety lifting point, this will prevent
the seat from inadvertently coming off, It can only be removed by turning the 90
degree from the forward driving position.
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14mm
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3.Armrest Width Adjustment:On each
side at the rear of the seat you will nd a
large black knob. By simply loosening this
knob you are able to slide the armrests in
or out to whatever width you desire. Re-
tighten the knobs fully.
Warning: Do not drive your scooter with
the arms removed or in the raised position.
4.Armrest Angle Adjustment:he armrest
angle can be adjusted individually to suit
your needs.
To make adjustments to the armrest angle
you will need two 13mm wrenches (not
provided). Lift the arm upwards, you will
note the adjusting bolt. First loosen the locking nut, rotate the bolt in or out until the
required angle is found, lower the arm and check the angle for comfort; re-adjust as
necessary.
Finally the tighten locking nut.
5.Seat Height Adjustment:You may need
to alter the seat height setting at a later
date, please follow these instructions.
(1) Remove your seat from the Scooter by
lifting the seat.
(2) With the aid of a 16mm wrench (not
supplied) loosen the 10mm seat clamp
xing bolt from side of seat post.
Remove the 10mm xing bolt and
reposition the bolt into one of the four
preferred location holes of the seat
mounting tube.
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(3).Re-tighten the 10mm xing screw.
(4).Ret the seat onto your Scooter.
6.Seat Slide of the seat:Located on
the right front side of the seat. The lever
allows you to adjust your seat forwards
and backwards when sitting on the seat.
Simply pull up the lever and move in the
desired position backward by pushing or
forward by hitching. As soon as the lever
is released, the seat will lock into the new
position.
Caution: Check the seat has fully locked by
hitching backwards and forwards.
7.Backrest Height Adjustment:he upper
cushion of your backrest can be adjusted
for height, giving you more back support
if you are tall, by operating the small latch
cushion up or push down for the most
comfortable position.
8.Handlebar Adjustment:he handlebar
of your Scooter is designed to allow you
to position it in a comfortable driving
position. It can be locked into numerous
positions or unlocked to move freely for
transportation.
The handlebar lock is operated by a black
lever positioned on the right hand side of
the handlebar.
To release the handlebar from a locked
position pull the black lever upwards, the
handlebar will now move freely, but under
mild tension.
9. Tiller height adjustable:

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10.Control Features:
Your controls are located on the handlebar console they are:
HI-LOW

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11.LCD Control Console:
Sign Function Description
1On-Off Power Switch
Will activate controller
system and control panel
2Batteries condition indicator
Bars will illuminate to show
the level of charge in your
batteries
3Distance/Temperature
/Time indicator
Will illuminate when power
on and they also exhibit in
different value
4 Direction indicator
Will illuminate when the
direction switch is activated
press to terminate.
5 Status light
The green light will illuminate
at a constant rate when key
switch on and will flash for
identify faults
6Half speed indicator
Will illuminate when the half
switch is activated
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Switch between Centigrade
and Fahrenheit
l. Short press for switching
between Centigrade and
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Sign Function Description
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Switch between Km and Miles
l. Short press for switching
between kilometer and mile.
2. Program Setting Mode for
Speed and Loadstone
setting, please contact
your authorized dealer for
adjustment.
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Reset the distance(range)
1. Short press to switch
between ODO/TRIP.
2. Press sustained to reset
TRIP.
ODO = Odometer
= Total distance
TRD = Trip distance
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Hour setting
1.Short press to increase
hours value.
2.Press sustained H to
increase hour value
sustainability.
3. Will return normal (drive)
mode after 3 sec. without
setting.
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Minute setting
1. Short press to decrease
mlnute value.
2. Press sustalned M to
decrease minute value
sustainability.
3. Will return normal (drive)
mode after 3 sec. without
setting.
12 Left and right horn button
Press to sound a warning to
other road users.
13 Speed Adjustment Dial
Allow to pre-select your
desired top speed.
14 Front/Rear light switch
Simply push on and off to
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12.Forward, Reverse Control Lever (Wig wag):
Your speed for forward and reverse motion and braking is controlled here.
The right thumb lever moves your Scooter in a forwards direction and also
controls the rate of speed by the proportional amount of pressure applied.
The left thumb lever moves the Scooter in a reverse direction and controls the
rate of speed by the pressure applied . The lever when released will return itself
to the neutral position, and you will gently stop. You will note that you can obtain
the reverse of this procedure by pulling the levers backwards with your thumb.
13.Emergency Brake:
Emergency brake lever located on your steering handlebars, It will operate two brake
mechanisms in two front wheels in the meantime when you grab the brake lever.
Brake force can be adjusted by tightening the screw beside brake drums.
Forward Reverse

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FREEWHEELING YOUR SCOOTER
If for reasons of convenience, or you require to push your Scooter for a short
distance, the drive system can be put into ‘freewheel mode’. This will allow your
Scooter to roll freely.
1.Freewheel Procedure:
The freewheel device is a red lever located at the rear right hand side of your
scooter.
To freewheel your scooter rst switch off the power switch located on the scooter’s
control console.
Pull up the disengage lever until a distinct click is felt. You can now push your scooter
with ease.
Please note, in this mode with the power switch in the off position, the braking safety
system is automatically activated when the Scooter is pushed quicker than walking
speed, this is an automatic ‘run away’ safety checking system, it also reduces the risk
of casual theft. Safety instructions and warnings
ELECTROMAGNETIC AND RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFENCE (EMI/RFI)
Electromagnetic and radio Frequency Interference can come from mobile phone,
radio transmitters etc. In some cases, these waves can cause damage to control
system. Your scooter has an immunity to EMI, the higher the immunity level, the
greater the protection against EMI.
Your scooter has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/M.
Warning: Additional of accessories or components to your scooter can increase the
susceptibility to EMI. Do cot modify scooter in any way not authorized.
1.Safety Check:
We recommend that you perform a safety check before each use to make certain
your Scooter operates smoothly and safely.
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a. Check type inflation, maintain at 35 p.s.i.
b. Check all battery connections, make certain they are serviceable and not
corroded.
c. Check front basket is fitted correctly.
d. Check batteries have been fully charged.
e. Check operation of brakes.
Warning: Do not carry passengers on your Scooter. Your Scooter is designed for
a single occupant which complies with legal requirements for pavement vehicles.
Carrying passengers on your Scooter may result in personal injury and/or
property damage.
We will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting
from failure to observe these weight limitations. Please also remember when
carrying heavy objects that this will increase your total weight and may make
your Scooter unstable.
2.Inclines:
More and more modern buildings are designed with disability access in mind.
Ramps have specified percentage of inclination, designed for easy and safe
access. Some ramps may have turning switchbacks (180 degree turns) that
require you to have good cornering skills on your Scooter.
a. Take a wide arc with your Scooter's front wheel around tight corners, your rear
wheels will follow preventing you from cutting the corner short and bumping or
getting hung up on raised currbs.
b. When descending an incline keep your speed adjustment set to the slowest
speed setting to ensure a safely controlled descent and driving in a forward
direction only. If your Scooter descent is quicker than you anticipated allow
the Scooter to completely stop, then progress at a slower speed setting.
Warning: Never drive down an incline at full speed. When climbing an incline,
try to keep your Scooter moving, if you must stop, start up again slowly and then
accelerate smoothly with caution. Avoid sudden stop starts, lean forward towards
your handlebars to increase stability and prevent rearward tipping.
Warning: When climbing an incline, do not zig-zag or drive at an angle up the
face of the incline. Drive your Scooter smoothly up the incline without stopping,
this greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall.
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1. Basic Driving:
Make certain you are comfortably seated on your scooter and both armrests are
down. Ensure that the “Speed Adjustment Dial” is turned to minimum for your rst
drive. When you have become more condent you can increase the setting to a
higher speed. Push the right” Thumb Lever Control” as described earlier. You will
very gently move forwards. Release the lever, and you will gently stop. Practice
these two basic functions until you get used to them. Steering the Scooter is easy
and logical by turning the handle bars in the direction you wish to maneuver.
2. Control On An Incline:
When you approach an incline, it is best to learn forward. This moves the center
of gravity of your scooter towards the front of the scooter for improved stability.
When going down an incline, keep your speed slow. This will keep you in a safely
controlled descent. It is best to learn backwards, this moves the centre of gravity
of your Scooter towards the rear of the scooter for improved stability. If you wish to
stop completely, release the control lever, and you will come to a gentle stop, avoid
sudden stop starts.
The following labels are positioned on your scooter, they communicate important
warnings or instructions regarding the safe operation of your scooter. Please
familiarize yourself with their location.
SAFETY WARNING & INSTRUCTION LABELS
LEARNING TO GET ABOUT

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CONTROL OVER STATIONARY OBSTACLES
Stationery obstacle (steps, curbs etc.) must be avoided where possible. Proceed with
extreme caution when driving near raise surfaces, unprotected ledges and/or drop
offs such as curbs, porches, stairs etc.
Most new pavements have wheelchair access ramps at intersections, use these at
all times. Plan your route where possible to avoid poor and uneven surfaces. Do not
attempt to ride up or down curbs as you may ground your scooter and damage it’s
construction.
Normal driving position Increased Stability driving position
Correct Incorrect

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BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING
1.Battery Installation:
Your Scooter is equipped with two maintenance free 12 volt 75Ah batteries. The
batteries are linked together by wiring cables to supply the electronic system with 24
volts of power.
Warning: IIt is imperative that the two batteries are connected correctly to prevent a
short circuit between the two batteries. When rst installing the batteries follow these
assembly instructions.
(1) Connect the labeled positive (+) wire to the positive (+) terminal of the battery,
with the screw, nut and washer provided.
(2) Connect the labeled negative (-) wire to the negative (-) terminal of the battery,
with the screw, nut and washer provided.
(3) Repeat this procedure on the second battery making certain the plastic red/black
terminal covers are secured over each terminal.
(4) Sit on the seat and switch on your scooter, the battery meter will now move to
show the state of charge in the batteries and your Scooter is ready to drive.
Batteries circuit diagram