Vertex MS01077 User manual
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USER MANUAL
CareCo (UK) Ltd, Hubert Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4JE
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PRODUCT CODE MS01077
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CONTENTS
1.PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION
2. SAFETY NOTICE
2.1 Before driving
2.2 While driving
2.3 Labelling
3. PARTS INTRODUCTION
Parts description
4. OPERATION
4.1 Control panel
4.2 How to operate your scooter
4.3 Assembling and disassembling
5. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE
5.1 Charging the battery
5.2 Battery
6. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
6.1 Inspection
6.2 Regular checking record
6.3 Battery, fuse and tyre
6.4 Storage
6.5 Moving about
7. TROUBLE SHOOTING AND SPECIFICATION
8. EMI
9. WARRANTY DECLARATION
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1. PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION
Please carefully read this owner’s manual before using the vehicle. Improper use of the
vehicle could result in harm, injury or trac accidents. Therefore for maximum
pleasure while using the vehicle please read this owner’s manual.
»This owner’s manual includes operation instructions for every aspect of the vehicle,
assembly instructions, as well as instructions for how to deal with possible accidents
»The symbols used in this manual are explained below:
Read especially the notes marked with these symbols:
»This manual includes a repair and maintenance record chart and warranty
information. Please keep it in a safe place or in the scooter.
»If someone else uses the scooter, please make sure that you provide them with the
instruction manual for his or her consideration.
»As designs change some illustrations and pictures in the manual may not correspond
to the vehicle that you purchased. We reserve the right to make design modications.
Our scooters have been designed and manufactured to provide a comfortable and
secure yet aordable solution for some mobility requirements.
Warning Improper usage could result in serious injury or death
Attention Improper usage could lead to injury and/or damage
to your scooter.
Suggestion Follow these instructions to keep your vehicle in a
good operating order.
Suggestion
To maximize your batteries’ eciency and service life, please fully recharge
your new battery before its rst time use.
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2. SAFETY NOTICE
2.1 BEFORE DRIVING
The user needs to be familiar with the usage and operation of this vehicle before
driving. Therefore, please always keep the following safety notices in mind.
The same trac rules apply to the use of this vehicle as apply to pedestrians
For your safety, please therefore follow the rules that apply to pedestrians.
»Ride on the pavement, single carriage roads, or pedestrian areas only. Never ride
on motorways or dual carriageways.
»Please do not drive your scooter after consuming alcohol or when you are tired.
»Please be careful when driving your scooter in low light. It has not been designed
for use at night.
»Be extremely cautious when driving your scooter on busy streets or in
shopping malls.
Practice operating your vehicle
Before using the scooter in busy or potentially dangerous areas, familiarize yourself
with the operation of your scooter. Please practice in a wide and open area like a park.
In order to avoid accidents with your scooter while driving, please bear in mind driving
motions, such as accelerating, stopping, turning, reversing, up-and down ramps.
»Please turn the speed dial to low speed position for your initial practice.
»Be sure someone accompanies you for safety when driving on the roads
for the rst time.
»Only use the higher speed setting when you are condent that you can easily
operate and control your scooter.
The I-GO Scooter is only to be used by one person at a time
»Do not carry passengers on your scooter (including children)
Do not use this vehicle to carry or haul goods
»As the maximum weight can be carried please refer to
“MAX USER WEIGHT” in “7. SPECIFICATION”
»Maximum loading weight for the basket is 3 kg .
Please carry out daily inspections.
»Refer to the section entitled “DAILY CHECKING”
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2.2 WHILE DRIVING
Please carry out daily inspections. Refer to the section entitled “DAILY CHECKING”
Do not move your body out of the vehicle while moving
»Such action may cause you to lose balance and risk injury from falling.
»Pay attention that your clothes do not tangle in the wheels.
Do not use your vehicle under the circumstances below.
»On roads with heavy trac or roads that are muddy, gravelly, bumpy, narrow,
snowed over, icy, or canal towpaths not guarded by any fence or hedge. Keep
away from places where you might get the wheels stuck.
»Do not drive at night or when it is raining, snowing, misty, or windy.
»Do not drive your vehicle in an “S” pattern or make erratic turnings.
»Do not take the scooter onto escalators.
»UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE SCOOTER BE USED AS A SEAT
IN A MOTOR VEHICLE (E.G. CARS, BUSES, TRAINS, ETC).
Mobile Phones and other electrical equipment
»Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication devices while
driving.
»Always switch o the scooter and remove the ignition key before using a mobile
phone.
»Do not charge the mobile phone or any other electrical devices from your
scooter’s battery.
Automatic Power Shut Down
In order to avoid accidental battery run down, your scooter is equipped with an
automatic power shut down facility. If the scooter is switched on, after remaining
undisturbed for a period of fty minutes it will automatically turn o. Should this occur,
simply switch your scooter o and back on and it will be ready to use once again.
Ramps, inclines and drops
»Do not drive onto steep ramps greater than the specied gradient. Refer to the
section entitled “CLIMBING ANGLE” in “7. SPECIFICATION“
»Always use a low speed setting when ascending or descending a gradient.
»Do not drive on roads with large drops or potholes.
»Please slow down when driving on roads with inclines.
»Do not make sudden turns when driving on gravel roads or ramps.
»Always lean forward when climbing a steep gradient.
2. SAFETY NOTICE
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2. SAFETY NOTICE
Starting and Driving
1. Make sure the seat is installed properly.
2. Make sure the tiller has been secured properly.
3. Fold down the armrests so you can rest your arms on them.
4. Turn the power switch to “ON”. If necessary, turn on the headlights.
5. Check battery indicator to see whether there is enough power for your journey.
If you have any doubt about the remaining power, please recharge the batteries
before departure.
6. Set the speed dial to a position you feel safe and comfortable with.
7. Check the forward/reverse speed lever works correctly.
8. Make sure the electromagnetic brake works correctly.
9. Make sure it is safe around you before you drive on the street.
Warning!
»Do not set in freewheel mode when driving on a gradient.
»Always re-engage the anti-freewheel device before use. Failure to do so
may result in injury.
»To protect your safety, the power will automatically cut o and
electromagnetic brake system will activate while you are driving down a
steep gradient. This will limit the speed to a safe level. Turn the power on
again to re-start your scooter.
»Maximum User Weight Limit
Refer to section entitled “MAX. USER WEIGHT” in “ 8. SPECIFICATION “.
Overloading past the weight limit may lead to damage of your scooter or
cause it to malfunction and will endanger your safety. The warranty does
not cover this type of damage.
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2. SAFETY NOTICE
Stopping
»Release the speed control lever completely. The vehicle will naturally brake and
stop.
»Turn the power switch to (OFF). Then pull out the key.
Driving on the pavement
»Ensure the 6 km/h limit switch is set to the slowest setting when using the
scooter on the pavement.
»This will limit the scooter to a maximum speed of 6 km/h. It is an oence to travel
at more than 6 km/h on the pavement.
»The limit switch can be set to the fastest setting for use on the road or on private
ground.
Attention
1. Do not push both RH & LH sides of the speed control lever
simultaneously. This might leave you unable to control your scooter.
2. Do not turn the power switch to OFF while driving as this will lead to an
emergency stop and possible risk of accident and injury.
3. Do not set to the highest speeds while driving indoors.
4. Do not adjust the speed dial while driving, a sudden change in speed may
cause danger to you and others, and may cause damage to your scooter.
5. Do not place magnetic devices near the area of the operation handle as
this could aect the safe operation of your scooter.
6. Do be careful while driving in heavy trac or crowded areas.
7. While reversing the vehicle, beware of people or objects behind you.
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2. SAFETY NOTICE
Please carefully read all labels on the scooter before driving it. For your future
reference, do not remove them.
WARNING EMI LABEL
TILLER DUMPING WARNING LABEL
CE LABEL
FREEWHEEL LABEL
SEAT PINCH WARNING LABEL
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3. PARTS INTRODUCTION
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Parts Description
1. Power Switch
2. Charger Socket Cover
3. Basket Bracket
4. Tiller Adjust Lever
5. Seat Rotate Lever
6. Armrest
7. Width Adjustable
Armrests Knob
8. Circuit Breaker
9. Under-seat Storage
10. Freewheel Lever
11. Anti-tip Wheel
12. Connecting Device
13. Wheel Lock knob
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4. OPERATION
4.1 CONTROL PANEL
1. Battery Level Indicator
2. Speed Dial
3. Horn
4. Wigwag Paddle
5. Headlight button
4.2 HOW TO OPERATE YOUR SCOOTER
Turn the key to power ON or OFF
(ON) : Power is turned on
(OFF) : Power is turned o
Speed Dial
Press the slowest or fastest setting to
determine the maximum speed of the
scooter.
Forward, Reverse, and Braking
»Pull the speed control lever backwards
with your right ngers and the vehicle
will move forward.
»Pull the speed control lever backwards
with your left ngers and the vehicle
will move backward.
»The horn will beep when the vehicle is
in reverse.
»Release the speed control lever freely
while either going forward or reverse,
and the electromagnetic brake in
the motor will be activated, and the
vehicle will stop.
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Slowest setting Fastest setting
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