SPEED CONTROLLER SETTINGS
The forward-reverse speed Controller (Fig 42 page 31) is a
state-of-the-art microprocessor designed to give smooth and
safe operation. For maximum performance, protection and
convenience the Controller is housed in a solid die cast
aluminium case situated under the rear body cover.
The speed Controller, ‘Dynamic’ model DS72KO1(Rhino
70amp) is programmed by Freerider to obtain the maximum
performance and safety for your
Companion
Scooter.
Warning:
Performance adjustments should not be made
which could put the operator in a serious situation of
control or braking. Performance adjustments should only be
made by a person fully trained and conversant with the
programming process and it’s capabilities.
Warning:
Incorrect settings could cause injury to the
Scooter operator and/or to bystanders, or damage to the
vehicle and/or surrounding property.
If in doubt consult
your Freerider Manufacturer
The original manufacturer’s settings for this Scooter are:
32
SETTINGS
2
8
9
4
4
N/A
60
15
70
6
SETTINGS
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
SET-UP MENU
DESCRIPTION
Acceleration
Deceleration
Forward Speed
Reverse Speed
Reduce Speed
Buzzer Volume
Motor Resistance
Sleep Time
Maximum Current
Park Brake Delay
OPTION MENU
DESCRIPTION
Single-Ended Pot
Standard Speed Pot
Motor Reverse
Pot Reverse
Brake Checking
Load Compensation
Enable Sleep
Check for Slope
Current Limit Timer
FLASH CODE
(No. of flashes)
1 Flash
2 Flashes
3 Flashes
4 Flashes
5 Flashes
6 Flashes
7 Flashes
8 Flashes
9 Flashes
FAULT DISPLAYED
BY PROGRAMMER
Battery needs recharging
Battery voltage too low
Battery voltage too high
Current limit time out
Brake fault
Out of neutral when power
switched on at key switch
Speed pot error
(wig wag)
Motor volts error
Other internal errors
FREERIDER SCOOTER
CONDITION
Driving still possible
Drive inhibited
Drive inhibited
Drive inhibited
Drive inhibited
Drive inhibited. Drive possible if neutral
selected within 10 secs.
Drive inhibited
Drive inhibited
Drive inhibited
COMMENT
The battery voltage has dropped below 23.3 volts in neutral.
Recharge the batteries soon.
The battery voltage at Controller has dropped to 16.5 volts.
Check the battery condition and the connections.
The battery voltage at the controller is greater the 32 volts.
Check the battery condition and the connections. Suspect a
charger malfunction.
The Controller has detected a shorted or overworked motor.
Check the loom for shorts or check out the motor. Contact
your Service Agent.
Check the Freewheel Lever is fully engaged. Check the Park Brake
and wiring for open or short circuits. Contact your Service Agent.
Return the speed lever to neutral. Re-adjust the speed lever
neutral if necessary. Consult your Service Agent.
Check speed pot wiring for open or short circuits. Speed pot
may not be correctly set up. Contact your Service Agent.
Motor or wiring is faulty. Contact your Service Agent.
Contact your Service Agent.
STATUS FAULT CODES
