RMB EV Protean User manual

Table of Contents
Technical Information-----------------------------------1
Warning Statement--------------------------------------2
Read Before Riding-------------------------------------3
List of Parts-----------------------------------------------4
Front Bar---------------------------------------------------6
Tool Kits In The Tool Bag------------------------------7
Assembling The PROTEAN---------------------------8
Charging The Batteries-------------------------------13
Charging The Batteries Outside Scooter---------14
Riding The PROTEAN--------------------------------16
Folding The PROTEAN-------------------------------20
Maintenance---------------------------------------------22
Wiring Diagram-----------------------------------------23
Trouble Shooting Guide------------------------------25

Warranty-------------------------------------------------27
Instructions for optional attachments------------32

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Te ec ch hn ni ic ca al l I In nf fo or rm ma at ti io on n
PROTEAN
Model No.
RMB PROTEAN
Product size
45 L x 27 W x 44 H inch
(115 x 68 W x 113 cm)
Type of motor
Permanent-magnet
brushless DC wheel motor
Motor power
500 w Wheel motor, 48 V
Battery type
sealed lead acid battery
Battery capacity
48 Volt, 12Ah
Charger
110V-240V, UL approved
Charging time
4-6 hours
Max. speed
Up to 16 MPH ( 26 km/h)
Single charge
Up to 31 MILES (50 km)
Max capacity
350 LBS (139kg)
Net weight
101 LBS (46 kg)

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Wa ar rn ni in ng g S St ta at te em me en nt t
PROTEAN

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PROTEAN
WARNING
THE RMB PROTEAN IS NOT A TOY AND SHOULD NOT
BE OPERATED BY ANYONE UNDER 12 YEARS OLD.
Safety Instructions:
(Please take note of the following before each ride)
The maximum weight capacity is 350 lbs.
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 PROTEAN.
Before 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
PROTEAN is being charged.
Do not use the PROTEAN when it is raining.
Do not place the battery near heat or fire.
Do not expose the charger to water or any moisture.
Check if batteries are properly charged and installed.
Charge Batteries after each use.
Always ride on dry paved surfaces. Gravel, wet, extreme
incline, and uneven surfaces are a hazard.
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Ch he ec ck k i if f a al ll l t ti ir re es s a ar re e p pr ro op pe er rl ly y i in nf fl la at te ed d. .

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Li is st t o of f P Pa ar rt ts s
PROTEAN

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1 Throttle
2 Multi-function Instrument
3 Brake lever
4 Alloy handlebar tube
5 Basket
6 Optional wire basket mount/lamp bracelet
7 Seat
8 Ring-pull steel pin
9 Rear wheel
10 Battery
11 Charger port
12 Front foldable tube
13 Ring-pull bolt
14 Front fender
15 Controller
16 Front fork
17 Motor

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Fr ro on nt t B Ba ar r
PROTEAN
1 Brake lever
2 Horn switch
3 Lock mechanism switch
4 LED switch
5 Multi-function Instrument
6 Key switch
7 USB port
8 Forward/reverse switch
9 Throttle
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To oo ol l K Ki it ts s I In n T Th he e T To oo ol l B Ba ag g
PROTEAN
1 Screwdriver
2 Allen wrench （2.5mm）
3 Allen wrench （3mm）
4 Allen wrench （5mm）
5 Allen wrench （6mm）
6 Wrench (8 x 10mm)
7 Wrench (16 x 18mm)
8 Wrench (16 x 18mm)
9 charger

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1. Unpack the Protean carefully so that you do
not misplace any of the parts.
2. Place Protean on a flat surface, take out the
two rear wheels, then mount them on the axle.
Tighten them with one spring washer and one
nut provided.
3. Lift up the front of the floor deck by either
stepping on the tow hitch pivoting on the rear
wheels or lifting with your hand until male
threaded bolt of front end aligns with floor
deck. The front end of Protean will now be
upright. Secure by screwing on the Ring-Pull
bolt and inserting the cotter hair pin through

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the hole in the top of the male threaded bolt.
4. Extend the handle bar/ folding structure
assembly to full upright position, and slide it
into steering tube.
5. Ensure that the handlebar is facing front, the
brake on the left side and the throttle on the
right, then tighten the handlebar tube collar
clamp using the enclosed 5mm wrench.

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*Note: The tube shaft is intentionally off center to
allow handlebars to fold to the side. Be sure to
align hinge on throttle side to allow handlebars to
fold to the right of the scooter.
NOTE: Handle bar height adjustment. Handle
bar height can be easily adjusted by opening the
quick release on the handlebar tube to preferred
height, then firmly closing quick release.
Lift lever
to tighten
Twist
lock ring

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6. Connect the power plug to the corresponding
connectors on the battery box and secure
wires with zip ties.
7. Match the pins of the plugs to the holes of the
sockets. Note the alignment notches.

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8. Securely plug connector into the junction box.
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9. . To fold the scooter to lowest position, remove
safety hair pin and relieve weight from center
hand pull screw by either applying pressure to
the tow hitch with foot or by lifting slightly
upward by hand. With downward pressure
relieved from Pull screw, unscrew and gently
lower floor deck. The front and rear will pivot
downward until the special support wheelie
touches the ground. Fold front end of Protean
back to rest on the floor deck. Adjust handle
bars and front wheel according to desired
shape and secure with bungee cord if
traveling.

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With
handlebar
extended
With
handlebar
folded
With
handlebar
removed
placed on
Floor deck

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Ch ha ar rg gi in ng g T Th he e B Ba at tt te er ri ie es s
PROTEAN
●Before you ride the PROTEAN for the first time
you must charge the batteries for 4-6 hours or
until the charger light turns green using only the
supplied charger.
●To charge the batteries, plug the charger into
the charger socket located on front left side of
floor deck. Then plug the charger into a wall
outlet. Red light on charger indicates charging,
green light indicates charged.
Warning: Never charge scooter longer than
10 hours. If the charger does not turn green
by 10 hours or you smell a Sulphur odor after
a long charge there is a problem and contact
the dealer for instructions.

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1. Turn off the key switch.
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2. . Lift the floor mat. Unscrew two bolts that
secure the battery cover and remove it.
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3. . Unplug power connector, remove battery, then
charge it.

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●Once you have completed the initial charge you
are ready to ride. Remember, this is not a toy.
The PROTEAN can reach speeds up to 16 mph
depending on the terrain and the weight of the
rider. You must wear a helmet and protective
pads. Be aware of all local laws and ordinances
that govern and/or restrict the use of powered
scooters. The laws and ordinances vary greatly
from municipality to municipality. It is your
responsibility to know and abide by your local
restrictions.
●To ride, insert the key into the key switch and
turn the key in clockwise direction till the first click.
The battery gauge will be illuminated indicating
that the battery is in operation. If you want to turn
on the front light, please turn the key to the
second click in clockwise direction.
●Hold onto the front bar with both hands. Your
left fingers will control the brakes and your right