UltraLite AutoGo 550 User manual

A Division of Electric Mobility Corp.
1 Mobility Plaza • Sewell, NJ 08080
AutoGo™550
Owners Manual
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Please read this entire manual before operating the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in damage to the vehicle or serious injury.
Electric Mobility wishes to thank you for choosing the revolutionary AutoGo™ 550 vehicle for fun and convenience. As the
World’s leader in the design and production of personal mobility vehicles, we take great pride in our ability to improve the
quality of life for people desiring more mobility. Your AutoGo 550 has been thoroughly tested and will give you years of good
service and pleasure, providing you follow the instructions and precautions in this manual. Please review this manual in its
entirety prior to first using your equipment and direct any questions you might have to your authorized provider or write/call:
Electric Mobility Corp.
USA Canada United Kingdom
1 Mobility Plaza 1535 Meyerside Drive, Unit #13-14 Canal Way
Sewell, NJ 08080 Mississauga, ON L5T 1M9 Ilminster, Somerset, England TA19 9DL
1-[phone] [phone] 01460-258100
International: 1-[phone]
Please keep this manual handy for easy reference.
Please record your vehicle information for future reference:
AutoGo 550
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
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CONTENTS
Title Page
Safety Information .................................................................................. 1
Getting to KnowYour AutoGo 550 .................................................. 5
Illustration 1 — AutoGo 550 Components ............................................... 6
Initial Set-up .............................................................................................. 7
Unfolding ............................................................................................... 7
Charging Batteries ............................................................................... 8
Illustration 2 — Battery Charging .................................................... 9
Installing the Battery Pack ................................................................ 11
Illustration 3 — Battery Pack Installation ...................................... 11
Adjusting Tiller Position .................................................................... 12
Illustration 4 —Tiller Adjustment Lever ......................................... 12
Installing & Setting the Dashboard Clock ..................................... 13
Controls .................................................................................................. 14
Illustration 5 — Controls ..................................................................... 14
Operating the AutoGo 550 ............................................................... 19
Daily Use ................................................................................................. 19
Transferring On or Off the Vehicle ................................................. 20
Driving ................................................................................................. 20
Speed Settings ............................................................................... 22
Inclines ............................................................................................ 22
Cornering & Turning ..................................................................... 22
Title Page
Curbs and Small Obstacles ........................................................... 23
Freewheel Operation ..................................................................... 23
Automatic Folding and Unfolding .......................................................... 24
Folding Instructions ............................................................................. 24
Illustration 6 — Folding Seatback Down ......................................... 24
Illustration 7 — Dash Release Lever ............................................... 25
Illustration 8 — Foot Release & Frame Lock .................................. 25
Illustration 9 — Folding Operation ................................................... 27
Unfolding Information ........................................................................ 28
Flat Folding and Unfolding.................................................................. 29
Illustration 10 — Flat Fold ................................................................ 29
Illustration 11 — Unfolding Flat Folded Vehicle ............................... 30
Disassembly & Re-Assembly .................................................................. 31
Taking the AutoGo 550 Apart ........................................................... 31
Illustration 12 — Seat Removal ....................................................... 31
Illustration 13 — Battery Pack Removal ......................................... 32
Illustration 14 — Flattening Seat Frame ......................................... 33
Illustration 15 — Unplugging Drivetrain .......................................... 33
Re-assembling the AutoGo 550 ........................................................ 34
Illustration 16 — Drivetrain Connection .......................................... 34
Transporting the AutoGo 550 ............................................................... 36
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Title Page
Maintenance .............................................................................................. 38
Preventative Maintenance ....................................................................... 38
Frame Inspection ................................................................................. 38
Headlight ............................................................................................... 39
Lubrication ............................................................................................ 39
Tires ....................................................................................................... 40
Electrical Connections ....................................................................... 40
Hardware Inspection .......................................................................... 40
Cleaning Instructions .......................................................................... 40
Polishing ................................................................................................ 41
Cable Adjustment ................................................................................ 41
Title Page
Illustration 17 — CableTurnbuckle Adjustment .............................. 42
Drivetrain ............................................................................................. 43
Seat Frame Cams ................................................................................ 43
Replacing Clock Battery ..................................................................... 44
Illustration 18 — Replacing Clock Battery ...................................... 44
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................... 46
Controller Fault Codes .......................................................................... 48
Parts Ordering Procedures .................................................................... 49
Accessories ............................................................................................... 50
Specifications ............................................................................................. 51
Warranty ..................................................................................................... 52
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ILLUSTRATIONS
Number Title Page
1AutoGo 550 Components ................................................ 6
2Battery Charging ................................................................. 9
3Battery Pack Installation ................................................... 11
4Tiller Adjustment Lever ................................................... 12
5Controls .............................................................................. 14
6Folding Seatback Down .................................................... 24
7Dash Release Lever........................................................... 25
8Foot Release & Frame Lock ............................................ 25
9Folding Operation ............................................................. 27
Number Title Page
10 Flat Fold .............................................................................. 29
11 Unfolding Flat FoldedVehicle ........................................... 30
12 Seat Removal ..................................................................... 31
13 Battery Pack Removal ...................................................... 32
14 Flattening Seat Frame ....................................................... 33
15 Unplugging Drivetrain ....................................................... 33
16 Drivetrain Connection ..................................................... 34
17 Cable Turnbuckle Adjustment ......................................... 42
18 Replacing Clock Battery .................................................. 44
© 2003 Electric Mobilty Corp.
AutoGo™ 550 is a trademark of Electric Mobilty Corp.
Patents Pending
No liability is assumed with respect to the use of any information contained in this publication. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication, Electric
Mobilty Corp., assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained in this publication. This
publication, as well as operational details described herein, are subject to change without notice.
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Safety Information
Read and understand these Warnings and the entire manual before using your AutoGo 550. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in damage to the vehicle or serious injury.
IMPORTANT!
1. DO NOT exceed the specifications of this unit, modify
this unit in anyway, or use the unit for a purpose other
than as intended.
2. DO NOT operate this unit if your health or
medications you are taking cause you to feel dizzy, affect
your vision, or in any way impact your thought process,
coordination, or ability to safely operate the unit. Check
with your physician should you experience any of these
symptoms.
3. DO NOT operate this unit after consuming any
alcoholic beverages.
4. DO NOT transfer “on” or “off” the unit until it is
turned “OFF”, completely stopped, and when it is on a
stable and level surface.
5. DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or other
obstruction higher than 1 inch.
6. DO NOT stop when going up an incline. If you must
do so, always lean forward to shift the center of gravity
and prevent the unit from tipping.
7. DO NOT climb inclines that pose a concern for
stability.
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8. DO NOT drive across an incline or attempt to turn
while on an incline.
9. DO NOT back down an incline or allow the unit to be
backed down an incline.
10. DO NOT turn off the power while the unit is moving.
11. ALWAYS remember vehicle capacity is limited to one
person only.This unit is not approved for towing or for
weights in excess of the published maximum.
12. ALWAYS drive straight up and down inclines.
13. ALWAYS turn the power off when the unit is not in
use.This will not only extend the life of the charge in
the battery but will keep the unit from being
accidentally moved.
14. ALWAYS use a grounded receptacle. Use of a non-
grounded receptacle could result in an electrical shock.
15. ALWAYS reduce speed when making a turn.
16. ALWAYS keep arms and legs within the confines of
the unit.
17. USE EXTRA CAUTION when climbing inclines
(ramps, hills, driveways, etc.).
18. USE CAUTION when braking on an incline or wet or
slippery surfaces as the unit may take longer to come to
a complete stop.
19. USE CAUTION when operating the unit in bad
weather or driving through water as moisture could
affect the control system or other parts of the unit
either temporarily or permanently.
20. OPERATOR must remain seated when the unit is
moving.
21. NEVER hose off your vehicle.
22. NEVER use your unit in a shower or steam room.
23. NEVER charge batteries that may be frozen.
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Important Information Regarding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference (EMI) on
your vehicle.
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) refers to the effects that outside sources of electromagnetic energy (radio and
television broadcasts, CB radios, garage door openers, etc.) might have on the control systems of your vehicle.The
interference from these sources could cause the vehicle to release its brakes, move by itself, or to move in an unintended
direction. EMI could also result in permanent damage to the control system.
The sources of electromagnetic energy can be broadly classified into three types:
•Hand held short-range portable transceivers — These are transmitter/receivers with the antenna mounted
directly on the unit. Examples include: citizen band (CB) radios,“walkie-talkies”, security, fire and police transceivers,
and devices that transmit signals even when not in use.
•Medium range mobile transceivers — These usually have the antenna mounted outside of a vehicle or building.
Examples include police, fire, and ambulance and taxi transceivers.
•Long range transmitters and receivers — These usually have the antenna mounted on a tower. Examples
include commercial radio and television broadcasts and amateur (HAM) radios.
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Other types of hand-held devices like cellular telephones, laptop computers,AM/FM radios, and small appliances like hair
dryers or electric shavers may also generate electromagnetic energy, but it is such a small amount that, as far as we know,
no EMI problems should occur with these devices.
The intensity of interference from electromagnetic energy is measured in volts per meter (v/m), which refers to the
strength of the electrical source (voltage) as it relates to the distance away from the object being considered (in meters).
Resistance of a vehicle to a certain EMI intensity is commonly called its “immunity level.” A level of 20 volts/meter is a
generally achievable and useful immunity level against interference from radio wave sources (the higher the immunity level,
the greater the protection).
Your vehicle has been tested and found to meet the required immunity level for Electromagnetic Interference (20 v/m).
Report all incidents of unintended movement or unexpected brake releases to Electric Mobility’s customer service
department.
WARNING!
Even with an immunity level of 20 volt/meter, certain precautions must be
followed to ensure that your vehicle will not be affected by outside
electromagnetic sources.
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Getting to KnowYour AutoGo 550
Dash & Controls — The AutoGo 550 is operated from the controls located on the dashboard and the Forward/Reverse
lever which controls the power folding/unfolding feature. Detailed descriptions of these controls are presented in a
separate part of this section (see “Controls” on page 14).
Serial Number — Each AutoGo 550 is identified by a unique, 8-character Serial Number located on a label on the inside
of the tiller, behind the Battery Pack.When you first get your vehicle, remove the Battery Pack and write down the
vehicle’s Serial Number in the front of this manual (see page i) for future reference.
Tiller & Battery Pack — The front, steerable tiller directs the AutoGo 550 into your desired direction of movement.A
removable Battery Pack is mounted on the front of the Tiller.This Battery Pack also contains the integral Battery Charger.
A separate Charger Power Cord is used to recharge the batteries from any 3-prong wall electrical outlet.
Seat — A removable, adjustable, padded seat provides riding comfort when using your AutoGo 550. Folding backrest and
armrests allow for compact storage.
Folding Chassis — The hinged, articulated chassis of the AutoGo 550 allows it to automatically fold and unfold for use
and storage.
Drivetrain — A removable Drivetrain mounted at the rear of the chassis provides power to drive the AutoGo 550
vehicle and to power fold it. A self-contained parking brake has a manual release which allows the vehicle to be manually
pushed without operating the motor.
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Illustration 1 — AutoGo 550 Components
DASH
&
CONTROLS
TILLER
&
BATTERY PACK
SEAT
FOLDING
CHASSIS
DRIVETRAIN
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NUMBER
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Initial Set-up
After receiving and unpacking your AutoGo 550 use the following to initially set-up the vehicle. Set-up consists of
unfolding it from the flat-fold configuration, installing the Battery Pack, installing/setting the dashboard clock, and charging
the batteries.
Unfolding
The AutoGo 550 is initially shipped in the flat fold configuration and must be unfolded for use. Unfold the AutoGo 550
according to the following:
•Raise tiller and dash to upright position
•Raise seat frame and lock into position using the Seat Frame Cams
•Install seat onto frame
•Raise seat backrest to driving position
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Charging Batteries
The AutoGo 550 is equipped with two maintenance-free, airline approved, sealed 12V/12A batteries with an integral
automatic battery charger mounted in a detachable Battery Pack installed onto the front of the tiller. Because your
batteries may only have a partial charge when you first receive your vehicle, you may not experience full riding time until
you have fully charged them. Charging your batteries as specified in the following instructions will ensure maximum life,
power, and range.
It is recommended to charge your batteries:
•Upon initial receipt of your AutoGo 550
•For 6-8 hours (overnight) after extended use during the day
•Whenever the fuel gauge indicator goes into the red area (see page 17)
•The battery’s life expectancy may be shortened if batteries are left fully discharged for more than a day.
Battery Pack and power cord connections are shown in Illustration 2.
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Illustration 2 — Battery Charging
CHARGER
CORD
CONNECTION
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
"CHARGING"
LED
INDICATOR
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Charge the batteries as follows:
1. For your convenience, you can detach the Battery Pack from the AutoGo 550 and move it to a 3-Prong Grounded
Electrical Receptacle. If you choose, you can also park the AutoGo 550 near a 3-Prong Grounded Electrical Receptacle
without removing the Battery Pack.
WARNING!
Use of a non-grounded receptacle could result in an electrical shock.
2. Use the separate Charger Power Cord, included in kit with this Owners Manual, and plug it into the 3-Prong
Grounded Electrical Receptacle on the rear of the Battery Pack.Your Charger Power Cord is equipped with either a
110V or 220V plug. If you wish to purchase either cord for travel to different countries, contact the Customer Service
Department to purchase a cord for 220V (UK), 220V (Europe), 100V (Japan) locales.
3. Check that the LED on the rear of the Battery Pack is lit.This indicates that the Charger is recharging the batteries.
4. Normal charging time is generally 6-8 hours for fully discharged batteries.
5. Disconnect the Charger Power cord from the Battery Pack and wall outlet.We recommend that you keep the cord in
the storage pouch underneath the seat so it is readily available.
Note: Do not operate vehicle while charging.
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Installing the Battery Pack
After the batteries have been fully charged, you’ll be ready to install the Battery Pack into the Tiller. Install the battery
pack as follows (see Illustration 3).
TIP BOTTOM
INTO TILLER
PUSH TOP OF BATTERY PACK
FIRMLY IN PLACE
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SLOT ENGAGES
BAR ON TILLER
LOCK BATTERY
PACK HANDLE
CORRECT INCORRECT
1. Lift the Battery Pack by the handle and insert the
bottom of the Battery Pack into the bottom of the Tiller.
Line up the slot under the pack with the bar on lower
shelf of tiller.
2. Firmly push the top front of the Battery Pack into the
tiller until it “snaps” in place. Ensure that the (5) pin
tiller connector mates tightly with the connector of the
Battery Pack.
3. Make sure the handle on the battery pack is fully
returned to its seated position to lock the Battery Pack
in place.
Illustration 3 — Battery Pack Installation
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Adjusting Tiller Position
For your riding comfort, the AutoGo 550 tiller can be used
in two positions.
To adjust tiller position:
•Lift Tiller Position Adjustment Knob to release tiller
lock
•Adjust tiller to preferred position
•Release knob to lock in place
This adjustment lever is shown in Illustration 4
Illustration 4 — Tiller Adjustment Lever
TILLER
POSITION
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
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Installing & Setting the Dashboard Clock
Your AutoGo 550 comes with a removable, battery-powered, quartz clock that mounts directly in the dash.This clock is
packed separately to allow you to set it to your local time before installing in the dash.
Setting the Clock — Locate the bag containing items packed separately with the vehicle. Unwrap the clock from its
protective packing. If clock includes a small, plastic collar around stem, remove collar and push stem “in” to start clock.
Set clock to your local time by pulling stem out and turning to adjust hour/minute hands. Push stem in to start clock.
Installing the Clock — When you have set the clock to your correct, local time, you can install it in the dash of your
vehicle. Install the clock into the location adjacent to the Speed Control.The rubber gasket is sufficient to secure the
clock in place. Make sure the “12” faces “up.”
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Controls
The AutoGo 550 includes the following controls (Illustration 5) used to operate the vehicle. Individual descriptions of
each control are presented in pages 15-18.
12
3
9
6
CLOCK
DIAL-A-SPEED
BATTERY
GAUGE
HORN
LIGHT
SWITCH
KEYSWITCH
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Keyswitch
To turn power on, turn the key to the “On” position
(indicated by a solid black circle).To turn power off, turn
key to “Off” position (indicated by an open circle).The
Battery Gauge (Fuel Gauge) should be lit when the key is in
the “On” position.
Use of a key to turn the AutoGo 550 on and off also
protects against unauthorized use of your AutoGo 550.
Battery Power Save Feature
The AutoGo 550 is equipped with a power save feature and,
will shut down automatically in order to conserve battery
power when not operated for 10 minutes or more.The
vehicle can be turned on again by cycling the ON/OFF
keyswitch from ON to OFF and then ON again.
"OFF"
POSITION
"ON"
POSITION
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