Freerider FR168-4A(Ascot-4,12Ah) User Manual
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ADVISORY SAFETY NOTICE
Warning:
Radio wave sources may affect Scooter
control. Your powered Scooter is designed to operate in
appropriate environments, however radio wave sources
such as radio or TV broadcasting stations, amateur
(Ham) radio transmitters, two-way radios and cellular
portable telephones can affect powered motorised
Scooters.
The following warnings listed below should reduce the
chance of unintended brake release or uncontrolled
powered Scooter movement.
1. Do not turn on hand held personal communication
devices such as citizen ban (CB) radios and cellular
phones, while your Freerider Scooter is turned on.
2. Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV
stations, and try to avoid coming into close contact
with them.
3. If unintended movement or brake release should occur,
turn your Freerider OFF as quickly as it is safe to do so.
4. Be aware that adding accessories or components or
modifying your Freerider Scooter may make it more
susceptible to interference from radio wave sources.
zag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline. Drive
your Scooter smoothly up the incline without stopping,
this greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall.
Warning:
You should not travel over a potentially
hazardous incline i.e. areas covered with ice or snow, cut
grass or wet leaves or any unstable surface.
Warning:
Do not overload your Scooter, at the rear
when climbing an incline. Always lean forward to
provide the best stability and prevent rearward tipping.
Warning:
Any attempt to climb or descend an incline
steeper than shown in the Scooter Specification at the
rear of this manual may put your Scooter in an unstable
position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.
Never remove the anti-tip wheels of your Scooter, they
are an important part of your Scooters design. See also
Control on an Incline page 16.
8 degree maximum incline 6 degree maximum incline
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
Warning:
Scooters are not designed to travel up or
down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator. Failure
to observe this warning may result in injury to yourself
and others and damage your Scooter.
PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT
Warning:
If you anticipate being seated in a
stationary position for an extended period of time turn
off the power key switch, this will prevent unexpected
motion due to inadvertent movement of the direction
control lever. Failure to observe this warning may result
in personal injury.
DISPOSAL OF ELECTRO-MOBILE SCOOTER
In time when your Scooter becomes unusable it must be
disposed of in accordance with the laws implemented
at that time. For further information regarding the
recycling arrangements for this type of vehicle and its
batteries, contact your local authority or government
department, details of this can be found in your
telephone directory.
SAFETY WARMINGS & INSTRUCTION LABLES
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FR3A3/4A
The following labels are positioned on your FR 168-3A4/4A, they communicate important warnings or instructions
regarding the safe operation of you scooter - Please familiarise yourself with their location.
DISENGAGE
ENGAGE
BRAKE
WARNING
EMERGENCY FREEWHEEL DEVICE
NEVER SIT ON YOUR SCOOTER WITH THE
FREEWHEEL DEVICE IN THE DISENGAGED
POSITION. ALWAYS RE-ENGAGE THE
EMERGENCT FREEWHEEL DEVICE AFTER
USE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS
WARNING MAY RESULT IN INJURY.
Control console label
Located at the left
hand rear cover of
Scooter
Located at leftside
rear of battery pack
near charging socket
Located on front of
handlebar cover
Located on front wheel
cross member
Data serial plate located on front
Wheel cross member
Wiring diagram for batteries
located under rear cover
Located on the top righside
of the battery pack
(under seat)
Located on the top of the
scooter’s rear cover
(under seat)
MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER
PRESS TO RESET
Note:
There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on
the overall immunity of your powered Scooter.
5. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake
release to your Freerider supplier, noting if there is a
radio wave source nearby. He will then be able to
diagnose your Scooter to eliminate any possible
Scooter component failure. Please note a charge may be
made for this service.
Your Scooter has been tested to the following standards
with reference to EN12184. Emissions EN50022(B),
Immunity IEC1000-4-3, E.S.D. IEC801-2
Note:
All figures, speeds, measurements and capacities
shown in this manual are approximate and do not
constitute specifications. Our policy is one of continual
improvement. We reserve the right to alter, without
notice, any weights, measurements or other technical
data shown in this manual. If you require specific
accurate data, please contact your Freerider authorized
dealer.
Enjoy your FR 168-3A3/4A
PRODUCTION DESCRIPTION
Your FR 168-3A3/4A supplied has fitted as standard
the following features:
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Rear-wheel drive via sealed drive axle
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12 A/H sealed non-maintenance lead-acid batteries
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Manual charging system.
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Off-Board charging facility.
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Seat with folding backrest, height adjustment and
adjustable width arm-rest.
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A multi-positional handlebar for greater comfort.
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A simple ‘wig-wag’ type control lever situated on the
handlebar, controls speed, braking and direction.
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Captain-style seat with folding backrest, adjustable
width arm-rests and safety belt
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Steering is controlled by a handlebar attached to a
fork system containing the single front wheel for
FR 168-3A3
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Steering is controlled by a handlebar attached to a linkage
system containing the single front wheels for FR 168-4A
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Independent braking system.
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‘State-of-the-art’ micro-controller electronics ensures
a smooth, comfortable and safe drive on all surfaces
and gradients
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Tow piece steel chassis for ease of transporting.
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You Scooter can be dismantled into separate components
without the use of tools for ease of transporting.
However, your Scooter is not designed to transport
the user in a moving vehicle; for advice ontransporting
consult your selling agent.
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Simple to remove battery pack.
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Cable free when taken apart.
The product should be serviced as recommended by
an approved Freerider distributor in order to ensure
safe, reliable operation. For details and list of options
available for users, refer to the accessories section of
this manual.
PURPOSE OF YOUR 3A3/4A SCOOTER
Your FR 168-3A3/4A Scooter is suitable for persons
who require independent mobility combined with
comfort, maneuverability, reliability and a product that
needs a minimal amount of maintenance.
The intended user should possess some degree of ability
with the use of both arms and hands, reasonable balance
and good eyesight, and a degree of spatial awareness.
The user should have received training in the use of the
product, preferably in their normal environment. The
maximum user weight for the FR 168-3A3/4A can
be found in the rear of this manual, under ‘Technical
Specification’.
Your FR 168-3A3/4A is suitable for use indoors at low
speeds in shopping malls or outdoors on dry, reasonably