hugo Scooter, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Scooter Anywhere you want to go Owner s Manual Instructions ...

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Page 3: ...to Operate Your Scooter How to Set To Neutral Mode Operating your Scooter 16 Battery Charging and Care 18 Charging the Batteries Batteries Inspection and Maintenance 22 Daily Checking Regular Checking Record Battery and Tire Maintenance Storage Transporting Disassembling the Scooter for Transportation Assembling the Scooter Troubleshooting 28 Specifications 29 Warranty 30 3 ...

Page 4: ...ry or death ATTENTION Improper usage could lead to injury and or damage to your scooter SUGGESTION Follow these instructions to keep your vehicle in good operating order This manual includes a repair and maintenance record chart and warranty information Please keep it in a safe place or with the scooter If someone else uses the scooter make sure that you provide him or her with this owner s manual...

Page 5: ... for use at night Practice operating your vehicle Before using the scooter familiarize yourself with it s operation Please practice in a wide and open area like a park In order to avoid accidents with your scooter while driving keep in mind driving motions such as accelerating stopping turning reversing up and down ramps Turn the speed dial to minimum value for your initial practice Be sure someon...

Page 6: ...s etc About Mobile Phones and Other Electrical Equipment Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication device while driving Always switch off the scooter and remove ignition key before using a mobile phone Do not charge mobile phones 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 equipp...

Page 7: ...ot set in the freewheel mode when driving on a slope Always re engage the anti freewheel device before use Failure to do so may result in injury Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to section entitled Max Load Weight in Specifications 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 da...

Page 8: ... READ OWNER S MANUAL AND CHARGE BATTERY BEFORE OPERATING Do not exceed recommended inclines or weight limits WARNING Pinch Point CAUTION PUSH DOWN Please press the strap down to the end when replacing the battery pack for use WARNING AVERTISSEMENT VOIR LE GUIDE D UTILISATION POUR PLUS D INFORMATION Ce produit a été testé pour une EMI de 20 V m REFER TO OPERATORS MANUAL FOR INFORMATION This unit ha...

Page 9: ...to a certain intensity This is called its immunity level The higher the immunity level the greater the protection At this time current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V m immunity level which would provide useful protection from the more common sources of radiated EMI This powered scooter model as shipped with no further modification has an immunity level of 20 V m without any acc...

Page 10: ...ons amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and mobile phones can affect powered scooter and motorized scooter Following the instructions listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered scooter movement which could result in serious injury 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communication devices s...

Page 11: ...Parts Introduction Parts Description 1 Control panel 4 Tiller 7 Seat Post 2 Charger Socket Cover 5 Tiller Adjustment Knob 8 Freewheel Mode Lever 3 Basket 6 Arm Rest 9 Anti tip wheels 1 6 2 3 5 8 9 4 7 7 8 ...

Page 12: ...he scooter Turn the dial clockwise to increase the speed setting and turn the dial counter clockwise to decrease the speed setting Moving and Braking Push the right hand side speed control lever forward with your right thumb and the scooter will move forward Push the left hand side speed control lever forward with your left thumb and the scooter will move backward To brake release the speed contro...

Page 13: ...he scooter will stop WARNING When on a slope NEVER set the scooter to the freewheel mode This may result in injury or damage How to adjust the seat height 1 Remove the seat from your scooter 2 Remove the lock bolt from the lower seat post 3 Adjust the seat post to the desired seat height 4 Move the upper seat post so that there is a hole to insert the lock bolt 5 Tighten the nut of lock bolt Lock ...

Page 14: ... new it is time to replace the batteries contained in the battery pack Please see your dealer about replacement batteries If you continue to use the old battery when it should be replaced it could lead to a rapid decline in performance 6 The driving range will be reduced when driving frequently on slopes or rough terrain as this causes greater consumption of power 7 The batteries have a six month ...

Page 15: ... push DOWN FIRMLY for drive mode Tiller Adjustment The tiller can be adjusted in to many different positions to suit each driver 1 Loosen the knob to adjust the tiller to the positions you want Fig 4 3 2 When you have the desired position tighten the knob to secure the tiller Fig 4 4 Fig 4 2 Neutral Mode Fig 4 4 WARNING Please hold the tiller before loosening the tiller adjustment knob Before lift...

Page 16: ...ight 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...

Page 17: ...t breaker may trip to protect the motor and electronics from damage The location of the circuit breaker is shown by the arrow on the photograph The main circuit breaker rest button pops out when the breaker trips When the breaker trips the entire electrical system of your scooter shuts down Allow a minute or two for your scooter s electronics to rest Push in the reset button to reset the main circ...

Page 18: ...e tiller Method 2 Battery pack is removed from the scooter Follow the procedure below step by step 1 Turn the power switch to OFF 2 Remove the battery pack by lifting it out by the handle 3 Connect the charger s power cord into the power outlet The LED should be red 4 Connect the charger s round plug to the charging socket of the battery pack 5 The charging time is about 6 hours To ensure optimum ...

Page 19: ...batteries as instructed above 8 Fully recharge your new batteries before first time use ATTENTION Follow the rules below to avoid accidents while charging 1 Use the 24V charger that comes with your scooter only and recharge the batteries to their full capacity every time see page 18 for charging method You may damage the batteries and scooter if you use a charger which is not to the correct specif...

Page 20: ...10 hour charge We also recommend that the batteries are not charged for more than 24 hours Batteries inside the pack Your scooter is powered by two deep cycle sealed lead acid batteries The batteries supplied with the scooter are 12V 12AH batteries Size 151 x 99 x 95 mm 5 94 x 3 89 x 3 74 width height thickness Cleaning the Batteries If water battery acid dust or other substances contaminate the b...

Page 21: ... picture on page 18 8 Replace and tighten all the screws that hold the battery pack together WARNING 1 Do not attempt to re locate the wiring system situated in the battery pack An improper layout of the wiring system may result in pinched wires in battery pack which might result in the electronic system failure 2 Be sure the battery wires are connected to their right battery terminal SUGGESTIONS ...

Page 22: ... pressed down Does the scooter stop when the lever is released completely Motor Is there an abnormal noise coming from the motor Do the electromagnetic brakes work properly Freewheel Mode Does the freewheel mode lever work properly Battery Indicator Is the light on when the power is switched on Is the remaining power enough for your trip Horn Does the horn work Tires Are there any cracks or other ...

Page 23: ...le for a long time it should still be regularly maintained 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 Year Year Service Dates Service Dates Controller Upholstery On off switch Seat Control Lever Back Braking Armrests Recharge point Electrics Batteries Connections condition Levels Harness Connections Test run Discharge test Forward Wheels and Tires Reverse Wear Emergency stop Pressure Left turn Bearings Right turn Wheel nuts...

Page 24: ...he tires when the tread depth is less than 0 5 cm ATTENTION 1 When tread depth is below 0 5 cm it can easily lead to vehicle slippage making braking distances longer Therefore replace the tires as early as possible when they are found to have insufficient tread depth 2 This scooter comes with solid tires there is no need to check tire pressure Maintenance You must maintain the scooter frequently i...

Page 25: ... off the power with the key before transporting Lift the scooter by the chassis Lifting the scooter by the bumpers could cause damage or injury For your safety ask for help if required You will need two people when moving or lifting the scooter whole ...

Page 26: ...9 kg the frame 20 3 kg and the battery pack 9 7 kg Follow these steps to disassemble 1 Switch the scooter off 2 Loosen the seat post knob 3 Remove the seat 4 Remove the battery pack 5 Loosen the tiller adjustment knob fold down the tiller and retighten the knob 6 Lock the front wheel and tiller by pulling the wheel lock knob down 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 27: ...stment knob raise the tiller to the desired position and then tighten the tiller adjustment knob 2 Reinstall the batteries by lowering the battery pack into place 3 Reinstall the upper seat post at the desired height Secure with the locking pin and tighten the seat post knob 4 Replace the seat into its correct position 5 Raise the wheel lock knob WARNING After assembling your scooter make absolute...

Page 28: ...g Slowly rotate the seat until it drops in to place and is secure Tighten the tiller adjustment knob Ensure the control lever is released and switch the scooter on and off Recharge batteries Problem Scooter Will Not Switch On Scooter Will Switch On But Will Not Run Scooter appears slow The seat moves while in use The tiller appears loose Involuntary horn sounds Reason Batteries not connected Circu...

Page 29: ...rakes Control Method By speed control lever Top Speed Forward 6 4 km h 4 Mph Reverse 3 84 km h 2 4 Mph Climbing Angle 8º Cruising Range See Note 10 km 6 2 miles Min Turning Radius 615 mm 24 2 Ground Clearance 55 mm 2 2 Max Load Weight 250 Lbs Including Goods Remark Hugo reserves the right to modify the specification if necessary Note Maximum driving distance is based on an ambient temperature of 2...

Page 30: ...acturer Tires For warranty service you have two options 1 Bring back your Scooter to the AMG Vendor where the unit was originally purchased or 2 Call AMG s Consumer Info Line at 1 800 363 2381 for a return authorization number Please ensure you provide us with the following information when you call Date of Purchase _______________ Serial Number ____________________ Once you have a return authoriz...

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Page 32: ...Scooter Anywhere you want to go P N 815 671 REV 1 1206 Made in Taiwan for AMG MEDICAL INC Montréal QC H4T 1V5 www amgmedical com 1 800 363 2381 ...