Roma Medical Cameo GK8, User Manual

Page 1: ...Cameo GK8 GK8 3 USER MANUAL Please ensure that this manual is read and understood before using the scooter All text and images Roma Medical April 10 ...

Page 2: ...al 7 Seat height 8 Arm width adjustment 8 Tiller Controls 9 Brake Release Freewheel Operation 10 Starting to Drive Getting Started 10 Moving Off 11 Steering 11 Reversing 11 Ramps Slopes 11 Transport and Storage 12 Batteries and Battery Charger 13 14 Maintenance 14 15 Troubleshooting Circuit Breaker 15 Fuses 16 Check List 16 Further Information 16 17 General User Maintenance 18 Warranty 2 ...

Page 3: ...ndividual with limited mobility up to a maximum weight of 114kg 18st The acute manoeuvrability prohibits the use by persons who are severely physically impaired or those who have balance difficulties Your assessor will determine the suitability of the scooter for the individual Note Persons with lower body amputations should not use this device unless evaluated with artificial limbs fitted as stab...

Page 4: ... 9 8 5 6 1 Tiller control head 2 Detachable padded swivel seat with fold down back 3 Detachable basket 4 Detachable battery pack 5 Tiller angle adjustment knob 6 Tiller lock 7 Anti tip wheels 8 Puncture proof wheels 9 Pull handle 4 ...

Page 5: ...1 6 7 8 1 Tiller control head 2 Detachable padded swivel seat with fold down back 3 Detachable basket 4 Detachable battery pack 5 Tiller angle adjustment knob 6 Tiller lock 7 Anti tip wheels 8 Puncture proof wheels 9 Pull handle 5 ...

Page 6: ...xit or enter the scooter unless the power is switched off Switch off the power whilst driving this will cause the scooter to stop abruptly see emergency procedures page 18 Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk Attempt to climb kerbs except drop down kerbs Use the scooter if under the influence of alcohol or any medication Use a mobile phone whilst driving Attempt to negotiate ste...

Page 7: ...yellow tiller lock lever up and to the left The tiller can only be locked when the front wheels are pointing straight ahead Do not carry the scooter by the tiller stem Fig 3 Seat Swivel Removal Fig 3 To swivel the seat simply lift the release handle and swivel the seat to transfer to or from the scooter To remove the seat fold down the back of the seat Lift the swivel release handle up to the seat...

Page 8: ... Adjustments Fig 5 On each side of the seat towards the back there are two hand knobs These are to adjust the width of the armrests or to remove then for transport Turn the knobs anti clockwise to loosen Once the knobs are loose you will be able to adjust the armrests in or out to the desired width Re tighten when a comfortable width has been achieved or remove the armrests completely for transpor...

Page 9: ...ill give the truest reading when the scooter is in motion Always fully charge the batteries before driving your scooter and never let the batteries become completely drained as this may cause permanent damage to the batteries On Off Key Switch Insert the key supplied with the scooter and turn clockwise The battery gauge needle will move There may be a slight delay before the thumb levers operate a...

Page 10: ...ooter will bleep continually if the brake is disengaged when it is switched on Caution Never leave the scooter unattended whilst in freewheel mode as it will roll away down an incline Freewheel mode should only be used in an emergency to move the scooter due to power failure NEVER move the scooter in this mode whilst it is occupied Fig 8 Fig 7 Freewheel Lever Starting to Drive Getting Started Note...

Page 11: ...hrough limited spaces turn the tiller in the direction that you wish to go and apply power gently The scooter can turn very tightly with complete stability at slow speeds Caution NEVER turn sharply at high speeds as it can make the scooter unstable The maximum speed should be set at 50 Reversing Before reversing ensure the area behind the scooter is free from any obstacles or hazards Adjust the sp...

Page 12: ... by lifting on the handle The battery pack is secured in place by Velcro strips 4 Loosen the tiller adjustment knob and lower the tiller and re tighten the knob Lock the tiller by pulling the yellow lever up and to the left Do not carry the chassis by the tiller stem 5 Detach the rear drive assembly by moving the yellow detach lever Fig 11 to the DETACH position and lifting the assembly backwards ...

Page 13: ...away from the Velcro fixing strips Low temperatures rough terrain and the weight of the user can affect battery performance Your battery gauge is a guide only to the level of charge remaining in your batteries and will give its best indication while the scooter is moving Note Batteries recommended by RMA MUST be used if they need to be replaced An authorised RMA dealer must carry out battery repla...

Page 14: ...possible do not interrupt the charge cycle until the batteries are fully charged Continual interruption can permanently damage the batteries If the charging lead should get damaged discontinue use immediately and seek a replacement from your dealer ONLY USE THE CHARGER SUPPLIED WITH YOUR SCOOTER Do not leave the charger plugged into to the charger port after the charge is complete ALWAYS remove th...

Page 15: ... maintained it is recommended that the connections between the front and rear chassis are regularly cleaned and lubricated with a contact treatment grease such as Electrolube SGB20S To undertake this operation dismantle the scooter as per the user manual and thoroughly clean both sets of connectors front and rear with an alcohol based solvent Apply the contact treatment grease to both sets of the ...

Page 16: ...as not tripped Simply press the button to reset the circuit breaker Note Should the circuit breaker continue to trip turn off the scooter immediately and consult your dealer Fuses There are two 40 amp blade type fuses inside the battery pack to give protection against possible overload on the wiring Caution Do not attempt to open the battery pack to replace the fuses Please take the battery pack t...

Page 17: ...p any temperature increases to a minimum Health Factors Suitability for this product has been assessed on the user s current state of health It is essential that the user regularly monitor their ability to use the scooter safely General Use Take heed of the information given in this manual regarding safety and the maintenance of your scooter If adhered to your scooter should give you years of reli...

Page 18: ...s etc on the back of the seat as this will affect the centre of gravity and could increase instability Do not lean outside of the footprint of the product especially whilst moving Avoid making turns on gradients or slopes Emergency Procedures Should your scooter behave erratically or become unresponsive whilst driving release the wig wag lever so it may return to it s neutral position and switch o...

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Page 20: ... repaired or replaced at the Companys discretion free of charge Any unauthorised modifications will invalidate the warranty Parts which are subjected to normal wear and tear accidental damage neglect or misuse are excluded from this warranty Normal wear and tear includes tyres chassis covers bulbs seat coverings etc Component parts replaced outside this period carry a six month warranty Standard t...