Rehasys GATSBY, User Manual

Page 1: ...ntact your dealer or any of our Service Centres Read this manual step by step as injury or damage may occur from misuse WARNING Electromagnetic Interference EMI can cause powered vehicles to behave erratically which could be dangerous to the user For your safety and protection it is IMPERATIVE that you take time to read in Section 5 the EMI WARNINGS before operating the GATSBY ...

Page 2: ...ETY SYMBOLS 4 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 5 EMI RFI WARNINGS 20 6 CHARGING THE BATTERIES 22 7 ADJUSTMENTS INSTRUCTIONS 24 8 OPERATION 29 9 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 34 10 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR 37 11 WARRANTY 40 A1 SPECIFICATIONS 41 A2 DISASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 43 A3 STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 45 A4 MARKING PLATE 46 ...

Page 3: ...short distance after the throttle control lever is released A handbrake is also available for additional security GATSBY is equipped with both front and rear shock absorbers to give the user a comfortable and smooth drive even when using the vehicle on moderately rough roads The seat is spacious and comfortable and can be rotated for easy access standard seats It can be adjusted forward and backwa...

Page 4: ...erforming a prohibited action can cause personal injury and or equipment damage On the scooter this is a black symbol with a circle and slash Please note and strictly adhere to the following Safety Instructions Additional Warnings and Notices are printed in this user manual it is imperative that you read carefully all chapters of this manual before operating the GATSBY It is also advisable to refr...

Page 5: ...urer s recommended pressure shown on the tires Never use the GATSBY on stairs Never try to go over an obstacle that is more than the maximum recommended slope angle and obstacle height given in the specification sheet When driving over an obstacle always drive so that the front of the GATSBY is facing the obstacle If for any reason the GATSBY does not stop when you release the throttle control lev...

Page 6: ...line you do not know Always drive very slowly and do not drive on the side of such slopes Before starting to drive make sure your emergency brake operates properly Do not release either the manual or the manual release lever of the electromagnetic brake EMB when the GATSBY is on a slope When on any sort of an incline never place the GATSBY in freewheel mode while seated on it or standing next to i...

Page 7: ... not connect an extension cord to the AC DC converter or to the battery charger Keep tools and other metal objects away from the battery terminals Contact with tools can cause electrical shock Do not sit on the GATSBY when it is on any type of lift elevation product Explosive conditions exist Disposal and recycling Contact your authorized dealer for information on proper disposal of your GATSBY an...

Page 8: ...ng healthcare professional and or the authorized dealer to give instructions for the use of the product There are certain situations including some medical conditions where the user will need to practice operating the GATSBY scooter in the presence of a trained attendant A trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in assisting a user in various dail...

Page 9: ...re refer to Specification sheet for details Check all electrical connections Make sure they are secure and not corroded Check all harness connections Make sure they are secured properly Check the brakes electromagnetic and handbrake Check the battery charge level If you discover a problem contact your authorized GATSBY dealer for assistance TIRE INFLATION Your GATSBY is equipped with pneumatic tir...

Page 10: ...s 1 and 3 Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or incline Take wide turns with your GATSBY scooter around any tight corners If you do that the scooter s rear wheels will follow a wide arc Do not cut the corner short and do not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners When driving down a ramp keep the GATSBY scooter s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed ...

Page 11: ...amps are not subject to government regulation in all countries and therefore do not necessarily have the same standard degree of slope Other inclines may be natural or not be designed specifically for scooters Figure 1 illustrates your GATSBY s stability and its ability to climb includes under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions These tests were conducted with the GATSBY s...

Page 12: ...brupt changes of direction High cornering speeds are not recommended If you feel that you may tip over in a corner reduce your speed and steering angle i e lessen the sharpness of the turn to prevent your GATSBY from tipping WARNING When cornering sharply reduce your speed and maintain a stable centre of gravity When using your GATSBY at higher speeds do not corner sharply This greatly reduces the...

Page 13: ...unprotected ledges and or drop offs curbs porches stairs etc WARNING Do not try to go up or down an obstacle that is too high WARNING Do not try to go backward down any step curb or other obstacle This may cause the GATSBY to tip WARNING Be sure your GATSBY scooter is travelling perpendicular to any curb you may be required to go up or down WARNING Do not attempt to negotiate a curb that is higher...

Page 14: ...WHEEL MODE Your GATSBY is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that when pushed forward releases the electromagnetic brakes This function allows moving the scooter manually Figure 5 Manual Freewheel Lever Freewheel Lever Freewheel Lever Freewheel Lever ...

Page 15: ...system is disengaged WARNING Do not press the automatic freewheel button while the GATSBY is driving Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface Stand beside the GATSBY to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never do this while sitting on the GATSBY After you have finished pushing your GATSBY always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes pull the manual freewheel lever backward When ...

Page 16: ... s If you are in the doorway of an elevator when the door s begin to close push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the GATSBY and the door will reopen Take care that handbags packages or GATSBY accessories do not become caught in elevator doors NOTE Sometimes manoeuvring your GATSBY may be difficult in elevators and building entrances Use caution when attempting to ma...

Page 17: ...ifting beyond your capacity WARNING Do not operate the scooter with depleted batteries WARNING Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery WARNING Connect the battery cables correctly RED cables must be connected to positive battery terminals posts and BLACK cables must be connected to negative battery terminals posts REPLACE damaged cables immediately Protective c...

Page 18: ...tive caps must be installed on the battery terminals Batteries must not be transported with any flammable or combustible items PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVE OF THE SCOOTER WARNING If you anticipate being stationary for an extended period of time turn off the power This will prevent unintended move caused by accidentally touching the throttle control lever GETTING ONTO AND OFF YOUR GATSBY Getting onto...

Page 19: ...ser must exercise care and common sense when operating the GATSBY This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescription or over the counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations WARNING Consult your physician if you are taking prescription or over the counter medication or if you have certain physical or cognitive limitations Some medications and limitations may impa...

Page 20: ...on from the more common sources of radiated EMI This vehicle as shipped with no further modification has an immunity level of 20 V m There are a number 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 warning listed belo...

Page 21: ...from sources such as radio and TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones can affect powered vehicles Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered vehicle movement which could result in serious injury WARNINGS 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizen band CB radios or tur...

Page 22: ...nd then remove the charger plug from the charging socket 4 Under ideal storage conditions batteries that were charged to full capacity and were not used should be recharged every month Recommended charging time is two days After recharging disconnect the batteries 6 If you have not used your GATSBY for an extended period of time charge the batteries for at least 24 hours before driving NOTE There ...

Page 23: ...ith a series of electrical system fuses which help protect the off board charging system key switch and lighting system from receiving an overload of electrical current These fuses are the same type used in automobiles and are located in a compartment on the tiller see figure 9 Figure 9 Electrical system fuses ...

Page 24: ...positions The tiller adjustment lever locks the tiller in place It has a spring loaded mechanism that enables you to rotate the tiller and change its position To change the tiller angle 1 Squeeze the tiller adjustment lever See figure 8 2 Move the tiller to a comfortable position 3 Release the tiller adjustment lever to lock the tiller into place NOTE In order to fully lower the tiller for purpose...

Page 25: ...ber plug from the top of the tiller handle 2 Insert the threaded end of the mirror holder into the opening and rotate it clockwise until snug 3 If necessary rotate the nut clockwise to secure the mirror in place To adjust the mirror 1 Position yourself in a seated driving position facing forward 2 Adjust the mirror left right up or down until you have a good line of sight behind you ...

Page 26: ...ile adjusting the angle Figure 12 Seat adjustments seen from below SEAT RECLINING ADJUSTMENT 1 With your back pressed up against the seatback lift up on the seatback adjustment lever and lean forward or rearward to adjust the seatback angle 2 Release the seatback adjustment lever once the seat is in a comfortable riding position Figure 13 Seat backrest adjustment lever Seat backrest lever ...

Page 27: ...ut slide the seat forward or rearward 3 Release the seat sliding lever once the seat is in the desired position SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Figure 15 The GATSBY seat can be adjusted to different heights To reposition the scooter seat height seat proceed as follows 1 Remove the seat and the shroud above the batteries see also Appendix A2 2 Remove the seat height adjustment bolt 3 Raise or lower the uppe...

Page 28: ...EAT POST NUT LOCATING HOLE LOWER SEAT HEIGHT SEAT POST ADJUSTMENT BOLT Figure 15 Seat height adjustment WARNING Do not lift beyond your physical capability Ask for assistance when necessary for adjusting the seat height of your scooter ...

Page 29: ... operate the scooter with depleted batteries WARNING Do not operate the scooter when behaving abnormally Figure 16 ON OFF Switch Charging socket ON OFF Key switch Handlebar adjustment lever Charging socket Program ON OFF Key switch Charging socket Program ...

Page 30: ...itch is used to operate the GATSBY not for locking Handlebar Adjustment Lever Adjust the position of the handlebars height and distance as follows 1 Push the handlebar adjustment lever which locks the handlebars in place and move the handlebars to the position you want 2 Release the lever to lock the handlebars in place Charging Socket Before attempting to drive the GATSBY make sure the plug is di...

Page 31: ...www vintage mobility ch 31 Figure 17a Tiller Dashboard Figure 17b Tiller Dashboard Detail Speed in km h Battery Charge Level Km Counter ...

Page 32: ... the throttle control lever towards you or you can push the other side away from you to achieve the same effect Throttle control selection can also be activated by fingers or thumb of both hands use whichever method is most comfortable for you To stop Release the throttle control lever The GATSBY will stop gradually Turning buttons Hazard button Before you turn press the applicable indicator butto...

Page 33: ...r reading through this entire manual and before using the GATSBY do a visual check of all the parts of the vehicle to make sure that there is no visible damage If you have any questions or concerns contact your dealer Controller programming Several parameters of the GATSBY controller can be programmed Programming must be done by trained authorized technician only Incorrect programming can cause ab...

Page 34: ... the Indicator is not absolutely accurate it is merely a guide to help you avoid running out of fuel The accuracy of the indicator also depends on the type and age of the batteries When the indicator shows 4 bars recharge batteries as soon as possible When the indicator shows 2 bars recharge immediately Maintenance LED When the LED is flashing it blinks the code of the fault No Type of Service Fre...

Page 35: ...e fire hazard WARNING Working with batteries can cause damage and Injury if not done properly In this procedure refer to Figure D bellow 1 Remove the terminal insulating cap from one battery terminal 2 Using an 8 mm key unscrew the wiring from the terminal Take care not to let the key touch any other terminal or metal part as this could cause damage or injury 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all the oth...

Page 36: ...www vintage mobility ch 36 Figure 19 Battery wiring Expected Service Life 5 years depending on usage After this period the scooter may need to undergo a major service or be replaced ...

Page 37: ... the GATSBY takes longer than 3 meters to stop Controller is faulty or out of adjustment Call for technical support 3 Key switch is turned ON but the ON light does not come on Main fuse in Figure D popped Electrical fault Reset fuse Note Do not reset fuse more than twice If the symptom still recurs call your authorized dealer for support 4 GATSBY does not move when you squeeze the throttle control...

Page 38: ... tire and replace the tube 1 Remove the key from the key switch 2 Elevate the side of the scooter of which you are removing the tire Fix the scooter at elevated position by placing e g wooden blocks under the frame 3 Remove the lug nuts 4 Pull the wheel off the axle Figure 20 Figure 20 Removal of the wheel 5 Take the two rims apart and remove the tube Figure 21 6 Replace the tube 7 Push the two ri...

Page 39: ...ng the tire tube 11 WARRANTY TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Gearbox Motor ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Bearings Bushings Rubber Components Plastic components except body Electronic Controllers Charger Harnesses Any other electrical subassembly Batteries ...

Page 40: ...due to normal wear and tear Plastic shrouds Motor brushes Upholstery and seating Brake pads Tires and tubes Fuses Bulbs WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service must be performed by an authorized Vintage Mobility dealer Please contact your authorized Vintage Mobility dealer for more information There is no other express warranty ...

Page 41: ...tic Tires pressure 2 07 bar 30 psi Electronic Controller Type S Drive Controller 120 Amp PG Drives Technology Batteries Quantity Two pieces Type 12 VDC 55 Ah Weight 45 kg 99 2 lbs Battery Charger Input 120 V AC US Output 24 VDC 8 A Input 230 V AC EU Output 24 VDC 8 A Motor Motor Power 950 W 24 VDC Breaking Type Dual Brake System Regenerative and Electromechanical Hand brake Mechanical Classificati...

Page 42: ...ng on usage After this period the scooter may need to undergo a major service or be replaced The PVC leather used for the seat assemblies and armrests has been successfully tested according to EN 1021 1 2014 Ignition source Smoldering cigarette and EN1021 2 2014 Ignition source Match flame equivalent ...

Page 43: ... assistance when lifting them WARNING Do not lift beyond your physical capability Ask for assistance when necessary while disassembling or assembling your scooter STEPS TO DISASSEMBLE THE GATSBY SCOOTER 1 Remove the seat by lifting it straight up and off of the scooter If you encounter resistance when removing the seat disengage the seat rotation lever and swivel the seat back and forth while lift...

Page 44: ...ior to separating the front and rear sections could result in permanent damage to the scooter ASSEMBLY 7 Reinstall the batteries to the battery wells 8 Connect both battery harnesses Figure 25 below 9 Secure the battery tie down strap 10 Reinstall the battery shroud 11 Reinstall the seat and rotate it into place Fig 25 Connecting the batteries ...

Page 45: ...hing as it may damage electronic circuits During the storage check the charge once a month and recharge the batteries as needed You must complete a full charge cycle every month or damage to batteries can occur Avoid extreme temperature of hot and cold during storage Freezing can damage low charged batteries and they may become unusable Manufacturer Rehabilitations Systeme AG Roggenstrasse 3 CH 46...

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