Sunrise Medical Sterling SAPPHIRE LS2 User manual

Owner’s Manual
SAPPHIRE LS²
ENGLISH
4 Wheel Scooter
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How to use this manual
Sunrise Medical Limited want you to get the best out of your scooter. This
Owner’s Manual will familiarise you with the scooter and its features. It
contains guidance on everyday usage and general care in addition to
information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details
about the warranty.
Your scooter will reach you in excellent condition having been personally
inspected before leaving our premises. By following the guidelines for
maintenance on page 29 your scooter will maintain its rst class condition
and give you years of complete reliability and satisfaction.
Note: Sunrise Medical Limited will later be referred to as “we” in this
document.
How to use this manual
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Contents
Introduction page 1
General warnings page 2
Quick Start Guide page 3 - 4
Features page 5
Getting On and Off your scooter page 6
Tiller Control Functions page 7 - 8
Freewheel Mechanism page 9
Seat Removal and Adjustment page 10
Tiller Adjustment and Battery Removal page 11
Batteries and Charging page 12 - 13
Guidance for Safe Operation and Use page 14 - 18
Battery and Charging Information page 19 - 21
General Warnings page 22 - 25
EMC (EMI) warnings page 26 - 27
Specications page28
Routine Maintenance page 29
Service History page 30
Trouble Shooting page 31 - 32
Guarantee page 33
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With over 30 years experience, we are one of the longest established mobility
equipment manufacturers in the UK. All of our Scooters, Wheelchairs and Power
Chairs undergo rigorous tests to ensure they meet our requirements for comfort,
safety and durability.
Our success is based on the strong traditions of quality, value for money and
genuinely caring for our customers. We pride ourselves not only on designing
and building the most innovative products but also on our commitment to offer an
excellent standard of customer service both during and after sale.
Before using your scooter please read this manual carefully. It will provide you
with all the information you will require. However, if you have any queries about
the use, maintenance or safety of your scooter please contact your local dealer. If
you have any other questions please write to the address below.
The scooter is classied as a category B vehicle under the European wheelchair
standard EN 12184.
It is intended for the use of people of all ages who may have difculty walking
distances or for periods of time. It is ideal for outdoor use and suitable for users up to
150kg in weight, 330lbs. Differing user weights can cause performance variation.
Maximum user weight tested using a 150kg test dummy.
The scooter is designed to be driven on footpaths and to cross roads.
It has been manufactured to comply with the requirements of the
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC, the radio interference requirements of EEC
Directive 89/336/EEC and the battery charger requirements of EEC Directive
73/23/EEC and
89/336/EEC. Electro Magnetic elds, such as those emitted by shop alarms
may be disturbed by use of the scooter. The function of the scooter may also be
disturbed by Electro Magnetic elds emitted by shop alarms.
We are dedicated to providing products of exacting quality that conform fully
and reliably to the requirements of their intended use. We are BS/EN ISO
9001 accredited which is the internationally recognised standard for quality
management systems. This approval ensures we provide quality in all areas of
our business from development through to nal delivery. Should you require any
further assistance then please contact your local dealer.
CUSTOMER SERVICES
SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED
SUNRISE BUSINESS PARK
HIGH STREET WOLLASTON
WEST MIDLANDS DY8 4PS
ENGLAND
International Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Introduction
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GENERAL WARNINGS
DO NOT OPERATE THE SCOOTER BEFORE READING AND
UNDERSTANDING THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT ABOUT THE MEANING OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS,
OR ANY OF THE CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR RELEVANT TECHNICAL
PERSONNEL.
FAILURE TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE SCOOTER OPERATION MAY
RESULT IN AN UNEXPECTED RESPONSE FROM THE EQUIPMENT WHICH
CAN IN TURN LEAD TO POSSIBLE INJURY OR DAMAGE.
NOTES
Warning and Caution notices used in this manual, apply to hazards and unsafe
practices that could result in personal injury or damage to property.
WARNING
We supply an extensive range of mobility scooters to meet the varying needs of
individual users. It is the responsibility of the individual user and their healthcare
advisor qualied in making such choices, to decide which scooter is suitable for
the user’s intended purpose.
With regards to restraints, seat positioning straps, posture correction or other
positional aids and accessories, it is the obligation of the qualied healthcare
professional in conjunction with the dealer to ensure the suitability of such
equipment for the safe operation of the scooter.
Serious injury can occur in the event of a fall from a mobility scooter.
We DO NOT RECOMMEND that a scooter user is transported in any type of
vehicle when seated in the scooter.
At this time, there are no approved Tie-down Systems for the transportation of a
user in ANY moving vehicle whilst seated in a scooter.
It is our opinion that users of mobility scooters should be transferred into the
appropriate vehicle seating system and use should be made of the restraints
available to the auto industry.
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Quick Start Guide
Assembly
When lifting always keep the back straight, bend the knees and use the
lifting handles provided.
Set the tiller by rotating the tiller adjustment knob anti-clockwise to release the
tiller locking mechanism. Move the tiller to the desired position and rotate the
tiller adjustment knob clockwise to lock the tiller.
Place the basket on the bracket on the front of the tiller.
Adjust the seat to the desired height by removing the seat post pin and sliding
the seat post up or down. Fully reinsert the pin then lift the seat onto the seat
post and press down to ensure it is fully engaged.
Battery Charging
The battery MUST be charged for 12 hours before rst use. Do not be tempted
to use the scooter unless the battery has been fully charged as failure to do this
will result in battery damage.
Connect the battery charger to the mains supply and the charging socket
located on the left hand side of the tiller fascia panel. Switch on the mains
supply and then switch on the battery charger. RED Light = Power On,
YELLOW Light = Charging and GREEN Light = Charge Complete. Charge the
scooter overnight after each use to maintain battery condition (Approx. cost
0.20 euros, 15 pence).
If you are in any doubt then please turn to pages 12 and 13 of this manual.
Typical Use
Designed for use on footpaths, for crossing roads and shopping. It should not
be driven through mud, water, snow, sand, loose gravel, long grass or any other
unsound surfaces.
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Quick Start Guide
Control Functions
Your scooter is equipped with the following features that can be found on the
tiller fascia panel:
On/ Off Switch, Battery Gauge, Battery Charging Socket, Speed Control “Min to
Max”, Front / Rear Light, Horn and Directional Control Levers.
If you have not used or owned a scooter before you MUST read the Owner’s
Manual carefully to fully understand the controls and safety warnings.
If you are in any doubt of their functions then please turn to pages 7 and 8 of
this manual.
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Features
Fig. 1
SEATING
Page 10
WIDTH ADJUSTABLE
ARMRESTS
Page 10
TILLER FASCIA PANEL
Page 7 - 8
ADJUSTABLE
TILLER
Page 11
BATTERIES
Page 12 - 13 & 19 - 21
FREEWHEEL
LEVER
Page 9
LIGHTS
Page 7
TYRES
Page 18 and 29
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Getting on and off your scooter
Getting on to your scooter
1. Ensure that the key switch is
turned to the off position (Photo
6.1).
2. Push forward the seat swivel lever
located under the seat on the
right-hand side and rotate the seat
to face you (Photo 6.2).
3. Put the armrests into the fully
down position and use them to
steady yourself as you gently
lower yourself into the seat (Photo
6.3).
4. Push forward the seat swivel lever
and gently swivel the seat to face
forward (Photo 6.4).
5. Ensure that both feet are placed
rmly on the oorboard of the
scooter and the seat is secure
(Photo 6.5).
Getting off your scooter
1. Bring your scooter to a stop and
turn the key switch to off .
2. Push forward the seat swivel lever
located under the seat on the
right-hand side and rotate the seat
90 degrees to exit (Photo 6.2).
3. Put BOTH feet on the ground and
gently leave the seat using the
arm rests to assist you out of the
chair (Photo 6.3).
Photo 6.1
Photo 6.2
Photo 6.3
Photo 6.4
Photo 6.5
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Tiller control functions
Handle
Bars
Throttle
Control
Lever
Hand Controls
All of the drive controls for the scooter are to be found on the Tiller Control Box
(Photo 7.1).
The Preset Speed Knob
Turning this knob to the left, “MIN”, reduces your available maximum speed. Turn-
ing it to the right, “MAX”, increases the available maximum speed.
The Battery Gauge
This gives an approximation of battery charge and is illuminated for clarity.
The gauge is “RED” empty, to “YELLOW” charge required, to “GREEN” charged.
As the scooter moves over differing terrain, the Battery Gauge will dip up and
down, this is normal. For a more accurate indication, stop the scooter and note
the reading. In cold, damp weather the gauge will dip more often as the capacity
and efciency of all batteries drops in such conditions.
TIP: If your battery gauge has gone into the “RED” section you can increase
your remaining range by reducing your maximum speed. Remember you MUST
charge your battery overnight as soon as you can to prevent battery damage.
Operating the Lights
The lights are operated by pressing the blue button on the front fascia panel.
Press the button once to illuminate the lights, press the button again to switch the
lights off. Switch the lights on to make yourself more visible in low levels of light,
day or night.
Pre-set
Speed
Knob
Battery
Gauge
Light
Switch
Horn
Button
Photo 7.1
On-Off
Key
Throttle
Control
Lever
Battery
Charging
Socket
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