Mercury M48 GT, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Page 2: ...re explained below Pay particular attention to the notes marked with the symbols below N Warning Improper use could result in serious injury or death F Attention Improper use could lead to injury and or damage to your scooter Suggestion Follow these instructions to keep your vehicle in good working order This manual includes a copy of the repair and maintenance record chart and warranty informatio...

Page 3: ...he scooter may only be used on the pavement or pedestrian areas at 4mph or less Use the indoor outdoor switch to ensure you keep within this limit The scooter may be used on single carriageways with the outdoor setting engaged Practice operating your vehicle Before using the scooter in busy or potentially dangerous areas familiarize yourself with the operation of your scooter Practice in a wide an...

Page 4: ...SED AS A SEAT IN A MOTOR VEHICLE E G CARS BUSES TRAINS ETC About mobile phone and other electrical equipment Do not use a mobile phone or other long range wireless communication devices while driving Always switch off 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 Do...

Page 5: ...ge the freewheel device to DRIVE before use Failure to do so may result in injury Maximum user weight limit The maximum user weight for the scooter is 250kg 39 stone Overloading past this 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 F ATTENTION 1 Do not push both RH and LH sides of the speed...

Page 6: ...ition After lifting the rear shroud please ensure that the prop levers are in the lock position before proceding on any operation w When retreiving the rear shroud to the original position please make sure to hold the lift bar with one hand and lift down the shroud slowly It is dangerous and prohibited to put head or hands under the shroud in any circumstance 3 NEVER LIFT THE SCOOTER OR POWERCHAIR...

Page 7: ... of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable However we believe that by following the warnings listed below your risk to EMI will be minimized The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmit...

Page 8: ... nearby transmitters such as radio or TV station and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs switch the scooter off as soon as it is safe 4 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the scooter may make it more susceptible to EMI Note There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the scooter 5 Report all incide...

Page 9: ...3 4 5 8 12 13 12 13 14 15 PARTS DESCRIPTION 1 Tiller 2 Rear view mirror 3 Shopping basket 4 Tiller adjustment knob 5 Head lamp 6 Hand brake lever 7 Front indicator lamp 8 Arm rest 9 Seat 10 Reset switch circuit breaker 11 Side reflector 12 Rear indicator lamp 13 Rear lamp brake lamp 14 Rear reflector 15 Anti tip wheels ...

Page 10: ...ht thumb and the vehicle will move forward Push the wigwag paddle forwards with your left thumb and the vehicle will move backward The horn will sound when the vehicle is reversing Release the wigwag paddle freely while moving and the electromagnetic brake in the motor will be activated The rear brake lights will also illuminate when the electromagnetic brake is operating The controls can be rever...

Page 11: ...een detected with the scooter In this case seek advise from your dealer Suggestion 1 You should recharge the batteries each time the vehicle is used to ensure maximum range and optimal battery performance If the scooter is stood idle the batteries should still be charged once a week to maintain battery performance 2 After charging or replacing a new battery drive the vehicle for 2 to 3 minutes to ...

Page 12: ...2 Once you have selected the required position tighten the knob to secure the tiller N Warning Please hold the tiller before loosening the tiller adjustment knob Otherwise the tiller may drop causing damage and or injury Never attempt to adjust the tiller whilst the scooter is in motion How to set freewheel mode The freewheel lever is shown by the arrow in photo right To put the scooter in to free...

Page 13: ...taneously This might leave you unable to control your scooter 2 Do not turn the ignition off while driving as this will lead an emergency stop and possible risk of accident injury and damage 3 Do not set to the highest speed whilst driving indoors 4 Do not adjust the speed dial whilst driving A sudden change in speed may cause damage to you and other and may cause damage to your scooter 5 Do not p...

Page 14: ...CHARGING THE BATTERY IS TRICKLE CHARGING THE BATTERY HAS RECHED FULL VOLTAGE LEAVE CHARGER SWITCHED ON FOR AT LEAST 2 HOURS Please note The scooter will be immobilized whilst the charger is connected Suggestion 1 Do not disconnect the charger if charging is not complete Battery life and performance will be dramatically reduced if the battery is repeatedly used without being fully charged 2 Always ...

Page 15: ...away from flammable objects while charging as this could lead to fire or explosion 2 Do not smoke while charging as the battery may release hydrogen gas Always charge your battery in a well ventilated space 3 Never connect or disconnect the plug or cord with wet hands while charging Do not connect or disconnect the plug or cord when they are wet Failure to observe this could result in electric sho...

Page 16: ...pins attaching the top of the two rear shock absorbers to the H frame 5 Tilt the H frame forward to gain access to the battery bays Tilt by lifting up the H frame from the rear if the shroud and seat are removed If the seat and shroud are still present tilt by lifting the handle at the back of the seat Ensure the elbow of the silver locking arm is pushed forward to its furthest extent 6 Remove old...

Page 17: ...s Does the electromagnetic brake work correctly Freewheel lever Does the freewheel lever function correctly Battery gauge Does the gauge illuminate when the scooter is switched on Is there enough power remaining for your journey Horn Does the horn work Seat Does the seat swivel correctly and smoothly Tyres Are there any cracks in the tyres or other tyre damage evident Check the tread depth Other A...

Page 18: ...ssis Condition Steering 7 3 BATTERY AND TYRES Battery Refer to section 6 entitled Battery Charging and Care Battery Charger Refer to separate instruction manual supplied with the battery charger Tyres The condition of the scooter s tyres will depend on how you drive and use the scooter Please inspect the tyre tread regularly Replace the tyres if there is any tyre damage or if the tread depth is le...

Page 19: ... is switched off Suggestion Store the scooter in a location where it is away from direct sunlight rain or damp When storing for a long period of time charge the battery fully and then disconnect the battery terminals Contact your dealer for more details 7 5 MOVING ABOUT Before moving switch the scooter off at the ignition Lift the scooter by the chassis and not by the bumpers or the shroud as this...

Page 20: ... seat turns when in operation Slowly rotate the seat until it drops in to place and is secure The tiller handlebar appears loose Tighten the tiller adjustment handle to secure the handlebar Scooter will not drive and the left hand panel on the battery gauge will flash a sequence code Ensure the wigwag paddle is released Switch the scooter off and on using the ignition key Recharge the batteries If...

Page 21: ...ased on an ambient temperature of 20 C a 100kg driver and a brand new fully charged battery and a constant driving speed of 4mph 6kph with 70 battery power discharged The manufacturer reserves the right to modify the specification if necessary The final specification is subject to the individual scooter your purchase from your dealer ...

Page 22: ...overed by a three months warranty 6 Consumable items supplied will not generally be covered during the normal warranty period unless such items require repair or replacement clearlyasa direct result of a manufacturing or material defect Such items include among others upholstery tyres and batteries 7 The above warranty conditions apply to brand new scooter purchased at the full retail price If you...