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Invacare® Meteor Scooter User Manual[...]

2 How can you get in touch with Invacare®? If you have any questions or need support, please contac t your authorised Invacare® Dealer, who has the necessary know-how and equipment plus the specia l knowledge concerning your Invacare® product, and can offer you all-round satisfactory se rvice. Should you wish to contact In vacare® directly, you[...]

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4 Table of Contents Chapter Page 1 Introduction 7 1.1 Important symbols in this manual ........................................................................................... 8 1.2 Type Classification a nd Area of Use ....................................................................................... 8 2 Safety Notes 9 2.1 General Safe ty N[...]

5 6.1.2 Status display ............................................................................................................... 23 6.1.3 Battery charge display .................................................................................................. 24 6.2 Driving th e Scooter ........................................................[...]

6 10.1.1.1 Removing the re ar wheel......................................................................................... 50 10.1.1.2 Removing the front wheel (4-wheeler version) ........................................................ 51 10.1.1.3 Removing the front wheel (3-wheeler version) ......................................................[...]

7 1 Introduction Dear User, Thank you for purchasing an Invacare® produc t! We hope you will enjoy your new Scooter. This manual contains important hints and information on: • Safety • Operation • Care and maintenance. Please familiarise yourself thoroughly before making your first trip. Some of the necessary maintenance and adjustm ents can[...]

8 1.1 Important symbols in this manual WARNING: This symbol warns you of danger! • Follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product! NOTE: This symbol indicates hints and suggestions which should help make operating the product easier and point out special functions. REQUIREMENTS: • This symbol indicates a list of th[...]

9 2 Safety Notes • READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION! 2.1 General Safety Notes Danger of injury if this scooter is used in any other w ay than the purpose described in this manual! • Adhere strictly to the instructions in this user manual! Danger of injury if the scooter is driv en when your ability to drive is impaired by medication or alcohol! • N[...]

10 Danger of injury if the On/Off Button is pressed while the vehicle is in motion, due to it coming to an abrupt, sharp stop! • If you have to brake in an emergency, simply rel ease the drive lever, which will bring you to a halt! Only switch the vehicle off while in motion as a last resort! Danger of injury if the scooter is transported in anot[...]

11 Danger of injury by moving parts! • Make sure that no injury is incurred by moving par ts of the scooter, like wheels or a Seat Lifter, especially when children are around! Danger of fire or breaking dow n due to electric devices being connected! • Do not connect any electric devic es to your vehicle that are not expressly certified by Invac[...]

12 2.2 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance Danger of accident and loss of guarantee if maintenance is insufficient! • For reasons of safety and in order to avoid accidents which result from unnoticed wear, it is important that this electric vehicle under goes an inspection once every year under normal operating conditions (see [...]

13 2.3 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Regulations. However, electromagnetic fields, such as those generated by radio and television transmitters, and cellular phones, can influence[...]

14 2.4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode Danger of injury if the v ehicle tips over! • Only ever negotiate gradients of up to the maximum defined in the Technical Specifications and only with the backrest in an upright position, and the seat lifter in the lowest position (if installed)! • Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of [...]

15 Danger of injury if the v ehicle tips over! (Continued) • Never use the vehicle to transport more than one person! • Do not exceed the maximum perm issible load! • When loading the vehicle, always di stribute the weight evenly! Alwa ys try to keep the centre of gravity of the vehicle in the middle, and as close to the ground as possible! ?[...]

16 3 Key features 1) Driving lever 2) Lever for adjusting steering column inclination 3) Control panel 4) Handbrake / wheel lock 5) Keyswitch (ON/OFF) 6) Release lever for sliding seat rails (front right below seat) 7) Release lever for swivelling and removing seat (right below seat) 8) Disengaging lever[...]

17 4 Driving 4.1 Before driving for the first time... Before you take your first trip, you should familiarise yourself well with t he operation of the vehicle and with all operating elements. Take your ti me to test all functions and driving modes. NOTE: If installed, use the restraining systems (s eat belts) each time you use the vehicle. Sitting [...]

18 4.2 Taking Obstacles Your Invacare® Meteor can climb obstacl es and kerbstones up to 11 cm in height. CAUTION: Danger of Tipping Over! • Never approach obstacles at an angle! • Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle! Driving up over an obstacle • Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head-on. Shortly before [...]

19 4.3 Driving up and down gradients The Invacare® Meteor can safely climb the following inclines: 10 km/h versions: • 3-wheeler (up to 175 kg load): 15° (26%) • 4-wheeler (up to 200 kg load): 15° (26%) 12.8 km/h (8 MPH, UK) and 15 km/h versions: • 3- and 4-wheeler (up to 150 kg load): 12° (21%) • 3-wheeler (up to 175 kg load): 10° (17[...]

20 4.4 Parking and stationary When parking your v ehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period: • Switch the vehicle's power system off (key switch). • Activate the parking brake (if available). 4.4.1 Activating and de-activat ing the parking brake (option) Activating the brake • Pull brake lever (1) and hold it. • Wh[...]

21 5 Pushing the scooter by hand The motors of the scooter are equipped with automat ic brakes, preventing the scooter from rolling away out of control when the power supply is switched off. When pushing the scooter, the magnetic brakes must be disengaged. 5.1 Disengaging Motors Danger of the vehicle running away! • When the motors are disengaged[...]

22 6 The Control Panel 6.1 Control Panel layout 1) Seat Lifter button (if installed) 2) Battery charge indicator 3) Hazard flashers 4) Horn 5) Right turn signal 6) Driving speed adjustment 7) Throttle lever 8) Plug for external charger 9) Reduced Speed Mode 10) Left turn signal 11) Lights[...]

23 6.1.1 Seat Lifter Button • Press the button to activate the Seat Lifter (i f installed). The LED above the button lights up. • Raise or lower the seat using the throttle lever. • Press the button once again to de-activate the Seat Lifter. The throttle lever reverts back to driving mode. NOTE If the Seat Lifter is not lowered entirely, then[...]

24 6.1.3 Battery charge display • All diodes lit: full driving range • Only red and yellow diodes lit: decreased drive range. Charge batteries at end of journey. • Only red diodes lit / flashing: battery reserv e = very low drive range! Charge batteries immediately! NOTE Total discharge protection: After a certain drive time on reserve batter[...]

25 6.2 Driving the Scooter • Switch on the power supply (key switch). The displays on the Control Panel light up. The scooter is ready to drive. NOTE If the scooter does not respond after switching on, check the status display (see chapter "Status display" on page 23 and chapter "Diagnostics and Trouble Shooting" on page 26). [...]

26 6.3 Diagnostics and Trouble Shooting The electronics system provides diagnostics info rmation to assist technicians to diagnose and correct faults within the scooter system. The existence of a fault will cause the status light to flash in bursts, separated by a pause. T he nature of the fault is indicated by the number of flashes in each burst, [...]

27 6.3.1 Diagnosing Faults Use the following troubleshooting guide if the scooter fails to operate. NOTE Turn the key switch on before beginning any diagnostics. If the Status Light is OFF Check that the key switch is turned ON. Check that all cables are connected correctly. If only the leftmost diode of the battery charge display is PERMANENTLY ON[...]

28 6.4 Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes Number of flashes Fault Impact on Scooter Notes 1 Battery needs charging Will drive • Battery charge is running low. Recharge the batteries as soon as possible. 2 Battery voltage too low Drive inhibited • Battery charge is empty. Recharge the batteries. • If the scooter is left off for a few minutes, ba[...]

29 Number of flashes Fault Impact on Scooter Notes 4 Current Limit Time Out Drive inhibited • The scooter has drawn too much current for too long, possibly because the motor has been over-worked, jammed or stalled. Turn the scooter power off, leave it off for a few minutes, and then turn the power back on again. • The controller has detected a [...]

30 Number of flashes Fault Impact on Scooter Notes 9 Other Internal Errors Drive inhibited • Contact your authorised Invacare® Dealer.[...]

31 7 Adjustment features 7.1 Adjusting the backrest angle The backrest is held firm by a metal plate on both sides. Both plates have four holes which allow the backrest to be adjusted for various angles. You can do this by selecting various combinations for the holes. Requirements • Allen key 4 mm • Engineer's spanner 10 mm • Loosen the [...]

32 7.2 Moving the seat position forwards or backwards The disengaging lever for adjusting the seat is located front right below the seat • Pull the lever (1) to disengage the seat. • Slide the seat forwards or backwards into the required position. • Let go the lever again to lock the seat into its required position.[...]

33 7.3 Disengaging the seat to rotate it or remove it The seat can be turned to one side to make getting in and out of the scooter easier. The seat is also easier to remove from this position. The lever for disengaging the seat is located under the seat (1) on the right. • Pull the lever forwards to disengage the seat. • Turn the seat to one si[...]

34 7.4 Adjusting the armrest width The hand wheels for adjusting the armrests are located under the seat (1). • Turn the hand wheels to loosen the fixing for the armrest. • Adjust the armrests to the required width. • Retighten the handwheels[...]

35 7.5 Adjusting the armrest height The hand wheels for adjusting the armrest hei ght are located on the armrests (1). • Turn the hand wheels to loosen the fixing for the armrest (1). • Adjust the armrests to the required height. • Retighten the handwheels[...]

36 7.6 Adjusting the seat height The seat height can be adjusted to the followi ng heights (measured from chassis / floor): • 46 / 64 cm • 48 / 66 cm • 49 / 68 cm • 51 / 71 cm Requirements: • 2x open-ended spanners 17 mm • Removing the seat • Remove the battery and motor compartment cover. • Remove the seat pillar locking bolt (1) u[...]

37 • Adjust the seat height. • Reinsert the bolt and tighten. 7.7 Adjusting the suspension The Meteor suspension can be individually adjusted. These adjustments should only be carried out by trained specialists. Please contact your authorised In vacare specialist dealer.[...]

38 8 Electrical System 8.1 Electronics Protection System The vehicle's electronics are equipped wi th an overload-protection system. If the motors are put under considerable strain for a longer period of time (for example, when driving up a steep hill) and especially when the ambi ent temperature is high, then the electronic system could overh[...]

39 8.1.1 The main fuse The entire electric system is protected against overload by two mast er fuses. The master fuses are mounted on the positive battery cables. NOTE A defective main fuse may be replaced only a fter checking the entire electric system. An Invacare® specialised dealer must perform the replacement. 8.2 Batteries 8.2.1 What you nee[...]

40 NOTE Gel batteries are not hazardous goods. This classification is based on the German GGVS Hazardous Goods Road Transport Ordinances , and the IATA/DGR Hazardous Goods Rail Transport / Air Transport Ordinances. Gel batteries may be transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air. Individual trans port companies have, however, [...]

41 8.2.2 Charging the batteries • Make sure you read and understand the battery charger 's User's Manual, if supplied, as well as the safety notes on the front and rear panels of the charger! WARNING: Danger of explosion and destruction of batteries if the w rong battery charger is used! • Only ever use the battery charger supplied wi[...]

42 The Meteor has two sockets for charging the ba tteries. One is located on the rear edge of the operating console (1) (maximum charge current 8A). The other is located on the front side of the battery and motor compartment (2) (maximum charge current 15A). Connecting the battery charger • First connect the battery charger to the scooter. • Th[...]

43 8.2.3 Removing and fitting batteries WARNING: Danger of injury if the batteries are not handled correctly during assembly and maintenance w ork! • New batteries should be installed by authorised technicians! • Observe the warnings on the batteries! • Take into account the heavy weight of the batteries! • Only ever use the battery type de[...]

44 8.2.3.1 Removing the batteries Requirements: • 2x open-ended spanners 11 mm • Remove seat (see chapter "Releasing seat for turning or removal" on page " 33 " . • Remove the battery and motor compartment covers by pulling on the rear edge. • Disconnect the two battery cable plug connections (1).[...]

45 • Release the battery holder strap. • Removing the batteries. • Loosen the black cable battery clamp on the negative battery terminal with the open-ended spanner, and remove the cable. • Loosen the red cable battery clamp on the positive battery terminal with the open-ended spanner, and remove the cable. • Repeat the procedure for the [...]

46 8.2.3.2 How to handle damaged batteries correctly WARNING: Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if batteries are damaged! • Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid immediately! After contact w ith skin: • Immediately wash affected area with lots of water! After contact w ith ey es: • Immediately rinse eyes under running water for sev[...]

47 9 Care and maintenance NOTE: Have your vehicle checked once a year by an aut horised Invacare® dealer in order to maintain it's driving safety and roadworthiness. Cleaning the vehicle When cleaning the vehicle, pay att ention to the following points: • Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent. • Do not use any abrasive or scouring li[...]

48 Maintenance Jobs When Delivered Weekly Monthly Seat and backrest padding: • Check for perfect condition. Tyres: • Have tyres checked for specified air pressure (2,5 bar). Front w heels • Front wheels must spin smoothly. • If wheels wobble or do not spin easily, adjust steering pivot pin or front wheel bearing. Rear w heels: • Test whee[...]

49 10 Repair Instructions The following are instructions on repairs that can be performed by the user. For the specifications of spare parts please see " Technical specifications " on page 55 , or consult the Service Manual, available from Invacare®. In case you require assistance, please contact your Invacare® Dealer. 10.1 Repairing a [...]

50 10.1.1 Repairing punctures (pneumatic tyres of ty pe 4.00 - 5) 10.1.1.1 Removing the rear wheel Requirements: • Open spanner, 19 mm. • Rubber hammer • Jack the scooter up and place a wooden block or similar under it to support it. • Remove the wheel locknut (1) with a 19 mm open-ended spanner. • Remove the wheel. It may be necessary to[...]

51 10.1.1.2 Removing the front wheel (4-w heeler version) Requirements: • Open spanner, 17 mm. • Rubber hammer • Jack the scooter up and place a wooden block or similar under it to support it. • Remove the wheel locknut (1) with a 17 mm open-ended spanner. • Remove wheel. It may be necessary to carefully free the wheel off the axle by tap[...]

52 10.1.1.3 Removing the front wheel (3-w heeler version) Requirements: • 2x open-ended spanners 17 mm • Carefully tip the scooter onto one side. • Remove the wheel locknuts (1) using both open-ended spanners, then remove the wheel from the fork. Reassembly Reassembly takes place in reverse order. Make sure that the wheels are reassembled to [...]

53 10.1.1.4 Repairing punctured tyres Requirements (general) • inner tube repair set or a new inner tube • talcum powder • open-ended spanner, 13 mm • Remove valve cap. • De-inflate the tyre by pressing in the centre valve pin. • Remove the four nuts (1) on the rear of the wheel using the 13 mm open-ended spanner. • Remove both wheel [...]

54 Did the old inner tube get w et during the repair? If you repaired the old inner tube and reused it, and it became wet during repair, it is much easier to refit it into the wheel if you lightly powder it with talcum powder. • Refit the wheel rim parts from outside into the tyre. • Pump up the tyre lightly. • Reinsert the nuts and bolts whi[...]

55 11 T echnical specifications 3-w heeler version 4-w heeler version Electrical system Motor (10 km/h) • 400 W • 400 W Motor (12.8 km/h, 8 MPH, UK) • 400 W • 400 W Motor (15 km/h) • 400 W • 400 W Batteries • 2 x 50 AH • 2 x 60 AH • 2 x 70 AH • 2 x 50 AH • 2 x 60 AH • 2 x 70 AH Main fuses (10 km/h) • 60 A • 60 A Main fus[...]

56 3-w heeler version 4-w heeler version Dimensions Height • 123 cm* • 123 cm* Width • 65.5 cm* • 65.5 cm* Length (with bumper and anti-tip device) • 141 cm* • 146 cm* Seat height (measured from chassis / from floor, manually adjustable) • 46 / 64 cm* • 48 / 66 cm* • 49 / 68 cm* • 51 / 71 cm* • 46 / 64 cm* • 48 / 66 cm* • [...]

57 3-w heeler version 4-w heeler version Travelling performance Speed • 10 km/h • 12.8 km/h (8 MPH, UK) • 15 km/h • 10 km/h • 12.8 km/h (8 MPH, UK) • 15 km/h Safe climbing of inclines 10 km/h version • up to 175 kg operating load: 15° (26%) • up to 200 kg operating load: 15° (26%) 12.8 km/h (8 MPH, UK) and 15 km/h versions • up [...]

58 ** Note: The scooter drive range is heavily dependent on various factors such as the battery charger status, the environmental temperature, the flatness of the route chosen, the state of the roads, the tyre pressure, the driver's weight, driving style and use of batteries for lighting, actuators etc.[...]

59 12 Inspections Performed It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the Service and Repair Instructions have been properly perform ed. The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the Service Manual which is available through Invacare®. Delivery Inspection 1 st Annual Inspection [...]

60 Order No. of this Manual: 1423448.DOC Release Date: 10.02.03 English[...]