Handicare Fortress 1700 Series, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...O W N E R S M A N U A L FORTRESS 1700 SERIES 3 4 Wheel Scooters Issue 4 October 2010...

Page 2: ...the right to make changes and modifications to its products The information provided applies to the standard version of the product Handicare can not be held liable for any damage resulting from prod...

Page 3: ...4 Safety 13 15 2 General description 16 3 Main components 17 18 4 Adjustment options 19 4 1 Seat adjustments 19 4 1 1 Adjusting the seat height 19 4 1 2 Adjusting the seat depth 19 4 1 3 Backrest adju...

Page 4: ...ooter 40 43 5 6 3 Folding down the steering tiller 44 5 6 4 Handling and loading 44 5 6 5 Reassembling the scooter 45 5 7 Transporting the scooter fully assembled 45 46 6 Maintenance 47 6 1 Maintenanc...

Page 5: ...manual you can safely use and maintain the product In case of doubt always contact your dealer In this manual the words left right front and back are used to indicate a certain part of the product Thi...

Page 6: ...Fortress 1700 DT TA 6 Product Labels The product has the following decals and labels A Charging connection B Circuit breaker C Tire pressure wheels D Freewheel lever E Tiller angle adjustment...

Page 7: ...specifications D Freewheel Lever 1 Lever in the full rear position brake engaged The drive motor has been engaged the scooter can be electrically driven and the brakes are engaged when the scooter is...

Page 8: ...amage to the product the environment or injury to the user ATTENTION Suggestions that help specific procedures to be carried out more easily Consult the specified information source s first Disconnect...

Page 9: ...o help you Ensure you have at hand Model Serial number This information is provided on the identification plate See diagram below Identification plate Product information can be found on plate A See I...

Page 10: ...the product independently Your first test drives of the Fortress 1700 DT or TA are best carried out under the supervision of an experienced dealer The Fortress 1700 DT and TA scooters are not classifi...

Page 11: ...re defined as follows Component Warranty Period Frame Main Frame Weldment Lifetime Tiller Framing and Steering Structure 3 Years Non Pro rated Seat Assembly 1 Year Drive System Duro Torque Motor and D...

Page 12: ...n authorized dealer within forty five 45 days of the event upon which any warranty claim is made Handicare reserves the right to refuse the warranty claim should the claim not satisfy the basic requir...

Page 13: ...of its safety guidelines They must never be covered or removed and must remain present and clearly legible throughout the entire life span of the scooter Immediately replace or repair illegible or dam...

Page 14: ...A does not come into contact with sand Sand can affect the moving parts of the scooter resulting in unnecessarily rapid wear Never operate the scooter if you are under the influence of drugs alcohol o...

Page 15: ...ooter is electronically operated Certain parameters have been factory set These settings are designed to allow comfortable and efficient use These parameters cannot be changed The standard version of...

Page 16: ...g position When driving at higher speeds one should be extra careful Slow down especially on sidewalks and in pedestrian areas The following should be kept in mind when using the scooter A scooter is...

Page 17: ...When driving in the dark the lights should be turned on G Turn Signals To indicate a change in direction while driving H Detachable fixed mounted basket For carrying personal items I Front wheel Front...

Page 18: ...Fortress 1700 DT TA 18 4 wheel model F G E D H J C B K A I L...

Page 19: ...1 1 Adjusting the seat height The whole seat may be adjusted in height up to obtain an optimal seating position This adjustment should be made by the dealer 4 1 2 Adjusting the seat depth sliding seat...

Page 20: ...you After adjustment release the handle to secure the backrest in the position you have chosen Attention Be aware when operating the handle when the seat is unoccupied The backrest is spring operated...

Page 21: ...tent button and raise or lower the armrest into one of three positions After selecting the new height re tighten knobs and ensure the armrests are secure The armrests are capable of safely supporting...

Page 22: ...he most comfortable position is reached Then release the handle to set the chosen position Then release the steering tiller If you release the steering tiller while still pulling the handle down the g...

Page 23: ...n Put the plug of the battery charger into the wall socket of the main power supply Safety The scooter will not operate as soon as the plug of the charging cable is connected to the charging connectio...

Page 24: ...the Fortress 1700 DT TA The following topics are covered in this manual in order to enable you to drive your scooter Inspection before use Console Driving Getting on or off Pushing Disassembly 5 2 1 I...

Page 25: ...from the console and then reinsert to restart the scooter If everything is in order the scooter can be driven 5 2 2 Getting on and off the scooter Seat may differ slightly from illustration Before ge...

Page 26: ...ests are in the proper position Getting off the scooter should be done in reverse order 5 3 Operating controls The scooter is equipped with the following operating controls A Console with all of the c...

Page 27: ...ogy and offers reliable and useful functions for the operation of your scooter A Left right turn signals B Battery condition meter C Speed select knob D Lights E Jack key F Horn G Hazard lights These...

Page 28: ...ts indicate the battery voltage available for the controller It is normal that the meter goes down during conditions of initial acceleration as the extra load will cause the voltage to drop momentaril...

Page 29: ...ptacle All of the Fortress 1700 DT TA s functions with the exception of the hazard lights only operate if the jack key has been inserted into the receptacle The hazard lights will always work even if...

Page 30: ...ey receptacle as far as it will go A 5 3 3 Charging connection The charging connection A is located on the steering tiller under the console This is the point to which the battery charger cable can be...

Page 31: ...levers are coloured Green forward driving A Yellow reverse driving B Forward driving Driving forward using finger control Slowly pull back on the forward reverse lever A with your fingers The further...

Page 32: ...estrian areas In that case it is advisable to set a lower maximum speed using the speed select knob Do not cross a street until you are able to handle the scooter and its controls well 5 4 2 Corners M...

Page 33: ...leaning your upper body forward while you are driving up the slope This will increase the stability of the scooter The Increased Stability Driving Position is illustrated in figure 1 below Additional...

Page 34: ...is could result in personal injury and or damage to your scooter The above measurements were determined with the scooter s seat in the highest and most rearward position Your scooter s ability to trav...

Page 35: ...t is covered in snow ice grass clippings or wet leaves If you notice a strong decrease in speed when driving up a slope choose a less steep route to avoid the scooter from overheating If you drive on...

Page 36: ...the back wheels to be able to move up onto the sidewalk as well If you cannot drive up onto the sidewalk find a lower part that is less steep where you can Any obstacle should be taken in forward dire...

Page 37: ...4 5 Automatic Overload Shutdown If an overload occurs as a result of improper or long term use in hot conditions the circuit breaker will be activated causing the scooter to stop See Section 7 2 Autom...

Page 38: ...ught to a standstill on a slope then the automatic parking brake must be engaged For this reason never put the scooter in the free wheel Position 5 5 Pushing the scooter In the case of a malfunction o...

Page 39: ...quickly while in the free wheel position the motor brake will automatically slow down the scooter to a stop Ensure that the free wheel lever is in the BRAKE ENGAGE position when you seat yourself on t...

Page 40: ...e suitable for this purpose the scooter can be disassembled This way it will take up less space The steps to disassembling your Fortress 1700 DT TA are as follows 5 6 1 Removing the seat Seat may diff...

Page 41: ...he battery cover Separate the rear cover from the rear frame by turning the knob counter clockwise and releasing the Velcro attachment points under each side of the cover shroud Carefully tip the rear...

Page 42: ...DT TA 42 Disconnect the red and black battery cables Disconnect the battery hold down straps move the batteries by lifting them up by their carrying straps CAUTION The batteries are much heavier than...

Page 43: ...he latch Flip the latch off the hook on the rear frame Grasp the seat post with one hand and the front tiller with the other hand Gently tip the rear frame of the scooter backward using the seat post...

Page 44: ...ays recommended to have someone help you load your disassembled scooter When placing the disassembled scooter in a vehicle make sure that the free wheel lever on the rear section is in the Brake Engag...

Page 45: ...e your scooter as a passenger seat in the transporting vehicle You must transfer to a regular car seat even if the vehicle concerned has been adapted for the transport of scooters The reason is that t...

Page 46: ...Fortress 1700 DT TA 46 The scooter has attachment points located at the rear and under the front of the floor pan These attachment points are designed as a convenience feature only...

Page 47: ...h the scooter X Monthly Cleaning of the scooter see cleaning procedure X Cleaning of the upholstery if necessary X Every three months Lubricating the turning system of the seat to do this the seat mus...

Page 48: ...s not permitted If the batteries need to be replaced gel batteries must be used 6 1 2 Replacing the batteries If the capacity of the batteries is reduced to the extent that the scooter can only make v...

Page 49: ...xidation using acid free Vaseline Replace the cover Note the correct connection of the cables to the batteries these are marked with labels The connections may NOT be swapped around Make sure that the...

Page 50: ...ever exceed the maximum recommended tire pressure This value is indicated on the tire itself Tires inflated to 50 psi For inspection of the tires see the maintenance table After inflating the tires al...

Page 51: ...working or is not working as it should go through the following list of possible problems before contacting your dealer You may be able to solve the problem yourself Possible cause Action Action to b...

Page 52: ...ve the problem by using the list above contact your dealer 7 2 Automatic circuit breaker The scooter has been equipped with an automatic circuit breaker A located on the rear cover under the seat In n...

Page 53: ...ntentionally which could lead to serious injury 1 Do not switch on manual items for personal communication such as radios and mobile telephones while the electric scooter is switched on 2 Avoid transm...

Page 54: ...rgy consumption theoretic maximum distance Up to 30 miles 50km Up to 30 miles 50 km Dynamic stability on slopes See Section 5 4 3 Slopes p 33 35 Climbing capacity for obstacles 3 3 Maximal speed forwa...

Page 55: ...Diameter rear wheels 10 x 3 Tire pressure 4 wheels front 50 psi Tire pressure 4 wheels rear 50 psi Tire pressure 3 wheels front 50 psi Tire pressure 3 wheels rear 50 psi Batteries 1700 DT TA 3W 1700...

Page 56: ...cal support If you have any problems or questions concerning this product please contact your dealer For information about a dealer in your area contact Handicare Canada Canadian Office Handicare Inc...

Page 57: ...FORTRESS 1700 SERIES Serial Model Colour Date Tel 1 800 514 7061 Fax 1 888 251 9187 info handicare ca www handicare ca Dealer stamp...