MotoTec Drifter User manual

MotoTec
Drifter 48v Electric Trike
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!WARNING Not for under 13 year old
Read this manual completely before rideing your electric trike

Motor power: 500 Watt Brushless Hub Motor
Battery: Four 12v 12ah Batteries (48v total)
Max Weight Capacity: 240 Lbs.
Recommened Age: 13 and up
Charger Included
Battery life: Over 300 charges
Rated Speed: 22 MPH (weight dependant)
Range per charge: 20-25 Miles*
Recharge time: 4-8hrs
Climbing Ability: 15 Degrees
Seat: Wide Saddle
Front Wheel Diameter: 70/90-14 78CM
Rear Tires Diameter: 10.4.5-5 27CM
Shipping Weight: 55KGS
Shipping Carton Size: 83*74.5*46CM
Scooter Weight: 93 Lbs
Scooter Dimensions: Length: 41 inches, Width: 28 inches,
Height: 50 inches
Ground Clearance: 2 inches

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IMPORTANT !
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR ELECTRIC SCOOTER PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY:
YOUR EXISTING INSURANCE POLICY MAY NOT PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR
ELETRIC VEHICLES;YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE AGENT TO
DETERMINE IF COVERAGE IS PROVIDED.
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! Do not ride this scooter until you read and thorughly understand the owner’s
manual.If you have questions about the operation of this scooter, you should
contat our service deparment.
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! It is extremely important that you follow the safety guidelines contained in
this manual in order to insure maximum safety.
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! Failure to compiy with the standards outlined in this manual could result in
fire and/or/serious injury.
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! We are not liable for any damage or injuries caused by unsafe or faulty
repairs.Any repairs made to this product by unauthorized service technicians are
the sole responsibility of the owner.
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WARNING
PLEASE MAKE SURE THE QUICK RELEASE HAS BEEN LOCKED BEFORE DRIVING.
HANDLEBARS ASSEMBLE MUST OVER SAFETY VALVE AND MAKE SUER HAS BEEN
LOCKED.
CHECK IF ALL TIRES ARE PROPERLY INFLATED BEFORE RIDING THE SCOOTER.
AL WAYS WEAR A HELMET WHEN RIDING THE SCOOTER. WEAR REFLECTIVE
CLOTHING.
NEVER TRY STUNTS. AL WAYS MAINTAIN A SAFE SPEED.
FOLLOW ALL STANTE&CITY LAWS REGARDING USE OF ELECTRIC SCOOTER ON
ROADS.
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Our products are designed to be ecologically
Conscious, please dispose of used batterise in
Compliance with local laws..

WARNING
THE ELECTRIC TRISCOOTER IS NOT A TOY AND SHOULD NOT
BEOPERATED BY ANY ONE UNDER 13YEARS OLD.
Safety Instruction(Please take not of the followings before each Ride.)
. The maximum weight capacity is 300lbs.
. Only one person at a time should ride.
. Always wear protective gear including knee and elbow pads and an
approved safety helmet when riding the scooter.
. Betore riding be sure to check that all pivot points,locking buttons,
quick releases, and latches are secured properly.
.The power switch lock must be in the “off”position when the tri
scooter is being charged.
.Do not use the scooter when it is raining.
.Do not place the battery near heat or fire.
.Do not expose the charger near water.
.Check if battery after each use.
.Always ride on dry paved surfaces.Wet and uneven surfaces are a
hazard.
.Send and loose impediments are your enemy , avoid them.
.Never operate too fast for your skills or condition.

LIST OF PARTS
(1) handlebar
(2) the front wheel motor
(3) the seat
(4) the rear wheels + drift ring
(5) foot
(6) flag
(7) batteries, controller
(8) Turn speed
(9) brake

Are there on the pedal hint left and right

We need to use two screws to fixed Left and
right pedal

We have total of 4 plugs ,so make sure Connect
the same A B C D

ASSEMBLING THE ELECTRIC TRI SCOOTER
1.Unpack the Scooter carefully so that you do not misplace any of the parts.
2.Place the Scooter on a flat, level surface.Using any household item, raise the
front base of the scooter up at least4 so you can easily connect the frame/front
wheel to the base.
3.Remove the bolts and nuts from the connecting tubu clamp.Place the connecting
tube into the top opening.After aligning the hole,place the two bolts through the
connecting tube and neck assembly. Twist the bolts,do not hammer them through.
Tighten these two bolts with the nuts provided.

ASSEMBLING THE ELECTRIC TRI SCOOTER
4.The two Allen set screws on the front of the connecting clamp are for removing
any play after the bolts have been tightened.First,back of the nuts;second,set the
screws;third,tighten the nuts to prevent the screws from backing off.
5.Match the pins of the plugs to the holes of the sockets.Note the alignment
notches.

CHARGING THE BATTERIES
Before you ride the scooter for the first time,it is advised that the unit is to be fully
charged(4-6 hours)and fully discharged(ride until the battery gauge indicates low
battery)for at least three cycles to maximize the efficiency of the battery.After
that,you should continue to charge the battery frequently,at least once every
30days to prolong the battery lifespan.
IMPORTANT:
Do Not leave the battery uncharged for more than 3months;otherwise it will
greatly reduce the battery lifespan.
TIP FOR BATTERU CARE:Charge the batter after each use!
Option1:
To charge the batteries, plug the charger into the charge socket located on the rear
side of the battry/controller compartment.Then plug the charge into a wall outlet.
Option2:(for professional use only)
Remove the screws from the battery compartment located at the front part of the
footboard.Disconnect the wires.Life the battery box.Connect the battery and
charger using the changer convertible cable. Plug the charger into the wall outlet.

RIDING THE TRI SCOOTER
Once you have completed the initial charge you are ready to
ride.Remember, this is not a toy.The scooter can reach soeeds
up to 15.5mph depending on the terrain and the weight of the
rider.You must wear a helmet and protective pads.You must
also be aware of all local laws and ordiances that govern
and/or restrict the use of powered scooters.The laws and
ordinances vary greatly from municipally. It is your
responsibility to know and abide by your local restrictions.
To ride, plug the ket into ket ignition and turn the key

to the “ON”position.The battery gauge will illuminate
indicating that the battery is in operation.
Hold onto the handlebars with both hands.Your left fingers
will control the byakes and your right thumb will control the
thumb throttle .As you depress the throttle lever with your
thumb the speed will increase.Release the thumb throttle and
apply the brake to stop the scooter.You will control the speed
of the scooter by using both the throttle and the brake.When
the brake handle is squeezed it cuts power to the throttle.
NOTE 1:You may use the balancing wheel(the smaller rear
wheel) to balance the scooter when you want to ride with the
front wheel raised.
WARNING:Never try stunts beyond the control of your
skills.Never ride too fast for your skills or condition.
NOTE 2:When scooter is parked, press the power switch button, to the
“OFF”position;this will avoid anyone from accidentally pushing the throttle causing
the scooter to speed forward, Failure to do this could lead to an accident.
FOLDING THE TRI SCOOTER
1.Unplug the power connecting plugs.
2.Unscrew the bolts and nuts from the connecting tube clamp using the enclosed
allen wrenches.
3.Life the connecting tube(which is also attachment to the handlebar tube).
4.Carefully place the handlebar tube on the footrest frame.
5.Finger screw the bolts an nuts back to the connecting tube clamp to avoid any
misplacement.

MAINTENANCE
Battery:(for professional use only)
The scooter is powered by31Ah36V revhargeable batteries secured in a battery
bag.Other than recharging ,these batteries need no maintenance.To prolong
battery life,you must recharge the battery after each use.You must also charge your
scooter if it has not been used for 30days or more.If you must replace the
batteries,they are located at the battery comparment at the footboard.To get
them,remove the batteries with new ones and reconnect the wires.Follow the
instructions on charging batteries to charge the new batteries.

TROUBLE SHOOTINNG GUIDE
(for professional use only)
Problem Cause Solution
The power light 1.Battery is 1.Recharge your tri scooter.
by the thumb discharged. 2.Remove the screws that hold the
Throttle dose not 2.Loose connection battery compartment cover and
Illuminate when inside the tri scooter raise the cover.Visually inspect all
the tri scooter is 3.Fuse us blown there are no loose wires,
On reconnecting those that are.
3.Replace the fuse.
The power 1.The throttle handle 1.Replace the throttle
Indicator by the is not operating handle.Contact your local dealer
Thumb throttle properly. to order a new throttle.
Illuminates but
Tri scooter still
Dose not work
Clicking noise 1.Brush in motor 1.Replace motor.Call your local
Coming from has com loose dealer to order a new 350W
Motor motor
When the brake 1.The brakes are 1.Adjust the brake by loosening
Lever is squeezed not adjusted the bolt on the rear brake wheel,
The tri scooter properly. Pull the cable and retighten the bolt.
Dose not stop.
Scooter is losing 1.Low battery 1.Recharge your battery for6-8hours
Speed. 2.Battery is old. 2.Replace battery.Call your local
Dealer to order a new 36V battery.

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