Vanraam VeloPlus3 User manual

User manual
Version 17.12
VeloPlus3
Van Raam BV
Aaltenseweg 56
7051 CM Varsseveld
The Netherlands

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Table of contents
Contact details manufacturer............................................................................................1
Conformity.........................................................................................................................1
Introduction........................................................................................................................2
Delivery..............................................................................................................................2
Indication............................................................................................................................2
Intended usage..................................................................................................................2
Safety measures...............................................................................................................3
Adjustment of the tricycle..................................................................................................5
Before the first use............................................................................................................9
Electro system Silent.......................................................................................................14
Accessories.....................................................................................................................21
Technical details..............................................................................................................24
Maintenance and adjustments to be done by owner.....................................................24
Repairs and maintenance to be done by dealer............................................................25
Adjustments by dealer ....................................................................................................26
Disposal...........................................................................................................................27
Handover/sale to a new owner.......................................................................................27
Guarantee........................................................................................................................27
Frame number.................................................................................................................28
Form service, maintenance, modifications and guarantee claims ...............................29
Contact details manufacturer
Van Raam BV
Aaltenseweg 56
7051 CM Varsseveld
The Netherlands
Tel. : [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]
Internet : www.vanraam.com
Conformity
Van Raam declares as manufacturer that the VeloPlus3 tricycle, as described in this
manual, has been produced in accordance with the 93/42/EEG guidelines, risk
category 1. All products have been produced in accordance with the 2006/42/EG
guidelines. The declaration of conformity can be found on the Van Raam website.

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Introduction
This user manual provides important and necessary
information about the use of your tricycle.We ask you to
read this manual thoroughly before using the tricycle.
Always follow all the instructions given in this manual.
Delivery
- Tricycle with packaging
- User manual(s)
- Possible chargers (depending on options)
- Spare key
Check the delivery immediately after receiving it. In case of damage or incomplete
delivery we ask you to contact your dealer immediately. Upon delivery you should fill
out the form “Form service, maintenance, modifications an warranty claims” in the
back of this manual.
Indication
The VeloPlus3 is intended for cycling with children or adults who are in a wheelchair
and transfer is not possible or difficult.
Intended usage
The tricycle is designed for normal use on level and solid ground (do not use the bike
offroad). The usual tricycle caution should always be taken into consideration. At the
same time all safety instructions as described in this manual should be complied with
explicitly. Also the local traffic rules should always be complied with.
The tricycle is meant for two persons, one driver and one passenger in his/her own
wheelchair. The driver should be independently mobile and may not have any serious
visual or other impairment, which could adversely affect the controlling of the tricycle.
Before using the bicycle, please read the safety instructions to ensure your
wheelchair is suitable for use.
All other use, including damage or physical injuries due to this, are not the
manufacturer's responsibility.
READ
CAREFULLY!

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Safety measures
Ensure the tricycle is in good condition each time before using it. Check
before each ride that the brakes are in order. Check the lighting and make
sure there is enough tyre pressure.
Regularly check if the wheels, the handlebars and the saddle are properly
fixed and also whether all screw joints are tight.
Only use the tricycle on a solid and level surface.
Make sure that wide trousers or lose hanging clothing don’t get caught in the
chain, spokes or pedals.
Do not use a pressure washer or a steam cleaner for the cleaning of the
tricycle.
Block the tricycle to stop it from moving when you are getting on or off the
tricycle. Do this by using the parking brake and holding the tricycle. Also use
the parking brake if the wheelchair is driven on or off the ramp.
Always lock the tricycle when leaving it unattended.
Never drive without a passenger. This will cause instability of the bike and
will lead to dangerous situations.
Never place your feet or other limbs under the ramp. You can be hit by
moving parts and suffer from bruises.
Always place the wheelchair forward, in the driving direction, on the ramp.
Your wheelchair is suitable for use when the centre of gravity can be placed
above the front wheels of the bicycle and when it can be fixed according to
the instructions on page 7.
Make sure that once the wheelchair is placed on the ramp, the wheelchair's
weight causes the ramp to fold up automatically. When that is the case, the
centre of gravity of the wheelchair is situated above the front wheels of the
bicycle. This creates the correct weight distribution of the bicycle.
Extra attention is required for an electric wheelchairs because these often
have different weight distributions as a result of which the centre of gravity
may not be positioned correctly.
Make sure that no dangerous speed develops when driving downhill and
entering tunnels. Brake on time and don’t ride faster than 25 kilometres per
hour.

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In case of pregnancy, extra care is required owing to a higher risk of injury.
Do not put the tricycle in direct sunlight: the temperature of some parts could
reach above 41ºC resulting in possible hypersensitivity of the skin.
In case that the tricycle is equipped with the Silent electric motor system,
make sure that you get used to riding with electric support. Beware when
you turn on the system and make sure you don’t get startled by unexpected
behaviour because you turned on the electric support.
Load
The maximum load should not be exceeded. See information in the index of technical
details on page 24. By permitted load we mean the total load, including the load on
the luggage rack and the wheelchair.
Make sure that the permitted load on the luggage rack is not exceeded. (maximum
20 kg). People may not be transported on the luggage rack!
Damaged or worn out parts
The replacement and repair of parts (frame,forks, light, brakes, drive mechanism and
the handlebars) should always be performed by an authorised dealer. If not, the
guarantee ceases to be valid and you will be personally responsible in the event of
possible damage.
Specific safety parts should always be replaced by new parts!

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Adjustment of the tricycle
Before using the tricycle, adjust it to the measurements of the cyclist. This is of great
importance, especially the saddle and the handlebars.
If an optimal adjustment of the tricycle, as defined in the instructions, is not
possible, you can contact your dealer for a fitting solution.
The brakes are correctly adjusted and should only be adjusted by the dealer during
periodic maintenance.
Take care that fingers and limbs do not get trapped while adjusting the
tricycle.
Saddle height
When the cyclist is sitting on the tricycle and
can put a foot on the pedal in the lowest
position, the saddle height is correct. Adjust
the saddle height in such a way that the leg
is stretched but relaxed in that position.
To adjust the saddle:
1. Loosen the screw [A] in several turns
using the Allen key.
2. Adjust the saddle to the correct height.
3. Tighten the screw.
Do not pull out the saddle pin further than the
marking. The tube will not go into the shank deep
enough and will risk coming off. This can lead to
serious injuries.
[A]

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Handlebars height
The height of the handle bars affects the
comfort of the ride. It determines the pressure
on the hands and the position of the back.
Determine your own most comfortable height
by using the bike.
To adjust the handlebars:
1. Slightly loosen the screw by using an Allen
key.
2. Slide the handlebars to the correct height
and tighten the screw very firmly again.
Do not pull out the handle bars further than the
mark. Otherwise the tube will not be deep enough in
the shaft and will risk coming off, which can lead to
serious injuries.
Position handle bars
You can tilt the handlebars. This influences
the distance from the handlebar to the upper
body. Determine your own mostcomfortable
position by using the bike.
To tilt the handlebar:
1. Slightly loosen the screws [A] and [B] with
an Allen key.
2. Put the handlebar in the desired position
and then tighten the screws considerably.
3. Slightly loosen screw [C] with an Allen key,
put the handlebar in the correct
(horizontal) position and then tighten the
screw again.
Steering damper
The steering damper affects the stability
during steering. By adjusting the screw,
steering gets more rigid and stability will
increase. Determine your own most
comfortable setting for using the bike.
2.
1.
2.
3.
1.
[A]
[B]
[C]

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Wheelchair transport
If you want to transport a wheelchair on the VeloPlus3, follow the instructions below.
1. Attach the parking brake to the bike by
squeezing the left brake [A] and lock it
with the pin [B].
2. Remove the safety pin.
3. Pull the handle up so the ramp unlocks
and falls down.
4. Push the wheelchair backwards on the
ramp. Push the wheelchair until the ramp
is tilting and locks itself automatically with
a clear noticeable click.
5. Attach the wheelchair with the three
belts. Push the button to release the belt
and attach the hooks to the wheelchair.
Always place the wheelchair
forward, in the driving direction, on
the ramp. (see image)
Be sure that the ramp is locking!
Failing to do so may result in
serious injuries.
If the ramp does not lock properly
then use your foot [A] to push
until the ramp locks.
Make sure that once the
wheelchair is placed on the ramp,
the wheelchair's weight causes
the ramp to fold up automatically.
When that is the case, the centre
of gravity of the wheelchair is
situated above the front wheels
of the bicycle. This creates the
correct weight distribution of the
bicycle.
1.
[A]
[B]
3.
2.
4.
5.
“click” !
[A]

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6. Next, turn the star knob to tighten the
belts.
7. Finally fasten the safety belt of the
passenger.
8. Replace the safety pin in the coupling.
To remove the wheelchair from the bike, follow these steps in reverse order.
Caution: Stop the wheelchair when you release the hooks so that it
will not roll off the ramp.
7.
8.
6.

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Before the first use
Parking brake
Always use the parking brake if you park the
tricycle and leave it behind.
To operate the parking brake, squeeze the left
brake [A] and lock it with the pin [B].
By squeezing the brake again it will unlock
itself.
Lighting
Front light
The front light has a pressure switch with
three settings: On/Auto/Off.
By pressing the pressure switch once, the
front light will turn on. By pressing again the
lamp will switch to 'Auto' mode (a green LED
will flash for 5 minutes). Finally, a third press
will turn the front light off.
Auto “on” feature:
The front light will automatically turn (as long
as it is in 'Auto' mode) on when it is dark, the
light sensor is activated and the tricycle is in
motion.
Auto “off” feature:
The front light will automatically turn off after
4.5 minutes without motion in 'Auto' mode. The
light will first dim from 100% to 50% and then
completely turn off.
Adjusting the front light
Adjust the angle of the front light so that the
centre of the light beam is located
approximately ten metres in front of the
tricycle.
[A]
[B]