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Shoprider Scooters User Guide
7.2 - luBrICATIOn
At six month intervals you should lubricate the following parts with a light oil or similar
lubricant:
• Seat pivot post
• Seat release lever pinion
• Wheel bearings
• Axle of scooter
CAUTION - Do not use WD40 to lubricate parts!! Do not lubricate transaxle/gear box!! In the
event of any difficulties please consult your provider.
8. batteries and battery charging
8.1 - BATTErIES
The Shoprider Scooters are supplied with two sealed lead acid or gel maintenance free
batteries. These are fitted under the seat in the centre of the scooter. For easy handling,
Velcro carrying straps are provided to assist in fitting or removal. The range of the batteries
can be affected by temperature, terrain, battery condition, weight of user, etc. The battery
level indicator is only a guide and is most effective when the scooter is moving, only then is
the true discharge level displayed.
• When the scooter stops the battery level indicator may indicate full
• An active user can use up to 30% of battery capacity or more per day
• Inactive users may only use 50% of battery capacity in a week
• In both these instances the battery should be put on charge over night
CAUTION! - Batteries should be kept fully charged at all times. They must not be left in a
discharged state if not used for some time.
8.2 - BATTEry CHArGInG
Charge the batteries completely (8 - 12 hours) prior to first time use.
The batteries supplied with your scooter are specially designed and require an automatic
battery charger which is supplied with the scooter. All chargers are fitted with an electronic
switch that terminates the charge when the batteries are fully charged.
To re-charge your scooter follow the procedure below:
1 Turn the key to the OFF position
2 Plug the charger into the wall socket making sure the switch is in the OFF position
3 Insert the battery charger interconnect, three prong metal plug into the interconnect socket
on the right side of the tiller, at the top (fig 5.1.6)
4 Turn the power ON at the power outlet. The RED light on the battery charger will let you
know the power is ON, the GREEN light will blink on and off to let you know the battery is
now charging. When the battery is fully charged the GREEN light will stay on.
5 Everytime you use the scooter you should always put it on charge overnight, leave it on
charge overnight and turn the charger off in the morning. This will make sure that your
batteries are 100% fully charged to get the best performance from your batteries.
CAUTION! - The charger is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or spray. Do not cover
the battery charging vent. Always ensure that the charging lead is in good condition and has
not been damaged or stretched.
