Schwinn S650 Manual
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23OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 Table of ConTenTs Section 1 ......Technical Information ................ page 3 Section 2 ......Safety Guidelines ................... page 4-7 Section 3 ......Basic Assembly ..................... page 8-9 Section 4 ......Repair and Maintenance ..............page 10-33 Section 5 ......Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ..... page 34-35 Section 6 ......Pre-Ride Checklist .................. page 36-37 section 1 - TeCHnICal InfoRMaTIon 300 series scooter 4.0 series scooter 400 series scooter Minimum Rider age 13 years old 13 years old13 years old Maximum Rider Weight 180 lbs (82 kg) 180 lbs (82 kg) 240 lbs (109 kg) Maximum speed* Up to 12 mph (19 km/h) Up to 12 mph (19 km/h) Up to 15 mph (24 km/h) Max Range* 7 miles (11 km) 7 miles (11 km) 8 miles (13 km) battery 24V 10Ah SLA 24V 10Ah SLA 24V 10Ah SLA Charging time** 6-8 hours6-8 hours6-8 hours 500CD series scooter 650CD series scooter 750CD series scooter 900CD series scooter Minimum Rider age 13 years old 13 years old13 years old13 years old Maximum Rider Weight 240 lbs (109 kg) 260 lbs (118 kg) 260 lbs (118 kg) 260 lbs (118 kg) Maximum speed* Up to 15 mph (24 km/h) Up to 15 mph (24 km/h) Up to 15 mph (24 km/h) Up to 15 mph (24 km/h) Max Range* 8 miles (13 km) 12 miles (19 km) 12 miles (19 km) 12 miles (19 km) battery 24V 10Ah SLA 24V 12Ah SLA 24V 12Ah SLA 24V 12Ah SLA Charging time** 6-8 hours8-10 hours 8-10 hours8-10 hours *Maximum range and speed varies based on rider weight and terrain. **Charge time is based on new batteries charged with a standard charger. Please Do noT ReTURn THIs ITeM T o THe sToRe. For questions or assistance on assembly contact Currie Technologies ® Customer Service toll free (800) 377-4532 Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (PST) OR Consult the trouble shooting guide of the owner’s manual or visit our website at www.CurrieTech.com IMPoRT anT - Activate your warranty by registering your new Currie Technologies ® product within 10 days of purchase by visiting our website at www.CurrieTech.com. Retain this manual along with the original sales receipt. Record the product serial number (s/n), place of purchase and date of purchase below. Model name : __________________________________________ s/n : __________________________________________________ Place of Purchase : ______________________________________ Date of Purchase : _______________________________________ www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
45OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 never operate this product without proper training or instructions. Children under 13 years old should never operate these scooters. Rider age does not necessarily mean that they are qualified to\ operate this product. A parent should never allow this product to be used by an individual not having the ability, coordination, maturity, skills and strength to operate it safely and in a controlled manner. Maximum rider weight is 180 lbs, (82 kg) for the 300 and 4.0 series scooters, 240 lbs. (109 kg) for the 400 and 500CD series scooters and 260 lbs. (118 kg) for the 650CD, 750CD and 900CD series scooters; never exceed it. Rider weight does not necessarily mean that they are qualified to operate this product. Never modify this product through improper installation, modification of existing parts or use of non-authorized accessories. Doi\ ng so may result in denied warranty claims. Adults must assist children in the initial adjustment procedures to unfo\ ld scooter, adjust handlebar and steering to height, and finally to fold scooter. Check and secure all fasteners before every ride. Before every ride, mak\ e sure the “Easy Fold Handlebar Hinge” is in the fully upright posit\ ion. Be sure the locking pin is fully engaged and the quick release lever is in the “\ closed” position. Check and secure all fasteners before every ride. This product is designed to be used by only one person at a time. Never carry passengers or allow more than one person to use this product at a time. Always wear an approved helmet that fits and is worn properly with the chinstrap securely buckled when using this product. Wear shoes when using this product, never operate this product barefoot or in sandals as\ this increases the risk of injury. Also wear knee pads, elbow pads, eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long sleeved shirt or jacket \ and long pants. Always keep both hands on the handlebars (hand grips) and both feet on\ the footboard during operation. W aRnInG! WaRnInG! WaRnInG! WaRnInG! section 2 - safeTY GUIDelInes lIMIT aTIons of safeTY anD WaRnInG noTICes This owner’s manual includes important safety guidelines and maintenance instructions. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or even death. InsURanCe noTICe Your insurance policies may not provide coverage for accidents involving the use of this electric scooter. To determine if coverage is provided, you should contact your insurance company or agent. »This product is intended for use under adult supervision only. Even under adult supervision serious injuries or even death can occur. »Always ride within your capabilities and use common sense, do not ride at night. You are using this product at your own risk. Never operate this product at a speed which is too fast for your skills. Always drive at low speed on dusty surfaces. »This product is not intended, designed or licensed for roadway use. This product is intended for use outdoors and on a private, closed course only. Ride only on dry, smooth, solid paved surfaces without motor vehicle traffic. Never use this product on roadways (paved, gravel or dirt), sidewalks, driveways, parking lots near motor\ vehicles, on or near steep inclines or steps, swimming pools or other bodies of water. »This product is not regulated by transportation regulations (that is, Department of Transportation (DOT) or state law). »Obey all local traffic and scooter riding laws and regulations. The laws and ordinances vary greatly from municipality to municipality. It is your responsibility to know and abide by your local restrictions. We recommend you contact your local police or Department of Motor Vehicles to find out about any special laws or rules governing the use of this product where you live. »Do not ride at night. W aRnInG! www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
67OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 sT aRTInG 1. Turn the power switch to the “ON” position 2. Place one foot on the deck with both hands on the handlebars. 3. Slowly twist the throttle to operate the motor. 4. Place the other foot on the deck once you have properly balanced yoursel\ f. ba TTeRY CHaRGeR The charger and charger port should be regularly inspected for damage (cord, plug, enclosure, etc.). If damage is found stop using the charg\ er until it can repaired or replaced. The charger is not a toy and should be kept out of reach children at all\ times. Always disconnect the charger from the wall outlet and the charger port \ on the scooter when not using it. Do not charge your battery for more than 24 hours at one time. Avoid excessive speed associated with downhill riding. Always drive slowly and pay extra attention when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating this product. Never operat\ e on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain. Avoid sharp bumps, drainage grates, and sudden surface changes. Scooter may suddenly stop. Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to operate over large obstacles, such as large rocks\ or fallen trees. Watch out for pedestrians Replace worn or broken parts immediately. Do not use this product until worn or broken parts have been replaced by a qualified mechanic. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speed\ s. Do not turn at excessive speed as this could increase the risk of injury. Do not ride with headphones. They mask traffic sounds and emergency vehicle sirens, distract you from concentrating on what is going on arou\ nd you, and their wires can tangle in the moving parts of the scooter, causing you to lose control. Do not do stunts, wheelies, jumps or any other type of dangerous riding.\ They can cause severe injury to you and damage your scooter. Do not lean the scooter excessively as this may allow parts of the scoot\ er to contact the ground and may result in lose of control, damage to the scoo\ ter or injury to rider. Do not touch the motor or brakes as they can become hot from use. WeT Wea THeR RIDInG This product is not meant for use in the water (damp roads, puddles, ra\ in, streams, etc.) or in wet weather. Never immerse this product in water as the electrical and brake systems may be damaged. Avoid streets and surfaces with water, sand gravel, dirt, leaves, and other debris. Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility. Do not allow hands, feet, hair, body parts, clothing, or similar articles to come in contact with moving parts, wheels or drivetrain, while the motor\ is running. Make sure that the areas that the scooter is to be used in is safe and s\ uitable for safe operation. Make sure that all safety labels are in place and understood by the ride\ r. No passengers are allowed on the scooter Make sure that any and all axle guards, chain guards, or other covers or\ guards supplied with the scooter are in place and in good working condit\ ion. Make sure that tires are in good condition, inflated properly, and have sufficient tread remaining. Persons with following conditions are cautioned not to operate the scoot\ er: •Those with heart conditions •Pregnant women •Those with head, back, or neck ailments, or prior surgeries to those areas of the body •Those with any mental or physical conditions that may make them susceptible to injury or impair their physical dexterity or mental capac\ ities to recognize, understand and perform all of the safety instructions and \ to be able to assume the hazards inherent in operating the scooter. www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
89OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 2. Install the front wheel (certain models will have the front wheel already installed) being sure to properly install the safety washers. Align the front wheel in the fork and tighten the axle nuts. Wait until after you have installed the handlebars to connect the front brake (if your scooter is so equipped). 3. Install the handlebars onto the stem, align and tighten. 4. Unfold the stem hinge. Be sure the locking pin is fully engaged and close the quick release lever. 5. The brake(s) come pre-assembled from the factory (some scooters have one brake while others have two brakes). However, you need to check to make sure it is connected and operating properly. Test the brake lever(s) by squeezing it. It should stop the wheel(s) easi\ ly and NOT come in contact with the handlebar. If the brake lever(s) needs adjusting, refer to pages 19-20 for instructions. If the brake(s) does not work properly, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER. Call Customer Service at 1-800-377-4532 for further assistance. 6. Install the seat assembly, if so desired, by fully sliding the seat tube into the frame and securing the pinch bolt. If the seat tube is equipped with an indexing pin be sure to align this properly with the frame. 7. Install the seat onto the seat tube if not already done and align saddle angle and tilt and tighten accordingly. 8. Remove the battery charger from its box. Make sure the power switch on the scooter is in the “OFF” position. Connect the charge\ r to the scooter first then plug the charger into the wall socket. Allow the batteries to charge a full 6-10 hours (depending on the size of batteries) before first use. Refer to page 17 for complete Battery Care instructions 9. Before every ride, test the throttle with the power switch in the “OFF” position. Twist the throttle, it should twist easily and immediately spring back to the starting position when you release it. If the throttle does not work properly, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER. Call Customer Service at 1-800-377-4532 for further assistance. 10. Check tire pressure and inflate to the pressure recommended on the tire sidewall as necessary. Adults must assist children in the initial adjustment procedures to unfold scooter, adjust handlebar and steering to height, and finally to fold scooter. Before you ride the scooter, make sure you have tightened all parts. Riding with a loose handlebar, front wheel, brake, seat assembly, etc. may cause a rider to fall, possibly damaging the scooter and causing serious injury. W aRnInG! section 3 - basIC asseMbl Y & seT -UP IMPoRT anT: Some adult assembly required. Before using your scooter please be sure to read and follow the basic assembly, set-up and operating instructions. Following these instructions will help insure safe riding.\ Tools ReqUIReD: Listed below are the tools you may need to assemble and adjust your Electro-Drive™ scooter depending on model: sTePs foR basIC asseMblY 1. Remove scooter from carton. Remove all of the packaging materials from the scooter. • 10mm box wrench • 13mm box wrench • 15mm box wrench • 17mm cone wrench • 4mm hex key wrench • 5mm hex key wrench • 6mm hex key wrench • Phillips screwdriver • Bicycle tire pump sT oPPInG 1. To slow down or come to a stop, allow the throttle to completely return t\ o its “zero speed” position 2. Squeeze the brake lever(s) on the handlebar to come to a safe stop. (\ Note: It is not necessary to skid the wheel in order to slow or stop the scooter)\ Skidding the wheel can damage the wheel and is not covered by the warranty! sT oRInG YoUR sCooTeR 1. When you are not using the scooter, turn the power switch to the “OFF” position. 2. Always be sure to fully charge batteries (6-10 hours depending on battery size) at least every 30 days. 3. Plug the charger into the scooter then plug the charger into the wall outlet. Do not charge your battery for more than 24 hours at one time. 5 MInUTe sleeP MoDe Scooters are equipped with a 5 minute sleep mode. If no activity is detected after 5 minutes the scooter will go into stasis mode to conserve the batteries. To restart, cycle the power switch Off then On. Never store your scooter in Sleep Mode as battery power will still be us\ ed by the scooter. Always be sure to turn the power switch to the “OFF” position. W aRnInG! www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
1011OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 3. Open the stem hinge to access the steerer bolt (6mm Allen Bolt or 13mm Hex Bolt). 4. Loosely tighten the steerer bolt. The stem is held in position with the expander bolt and wedge. 5. Slide the QR retention pin (silver) sideways (Ref Photo A). Close the stem hinge (Ref Photo B). Photo A Photo B 1. Insert the stem into the steerer tube. Be sure to insert stem past the “Minimum Insertion Mark”. s ection 4 - ReP aIR & MaInTenanCe IMPoRTanT: Some adult assembly required. HanDlebaR asseMbl Y anD aDjUsTMenT Electro-Drive™ scooters are equipped with an folding stem hinge. Take care not to pinch your hands or fingers in the hinge when you are folding and\ locking the handlebar in place. Additionally be careful not to pinch or crimp the brake and throttle cables in the hinge whenever you fold the stem hi\ nge. Photo B 2. Open the stem quick release (QR) lever (Ref Photo A) and rotate it forward out of the upper plate (Ref Photo B, step 1). Slide the QR retention pin (silver) sideways (Ref Photo B, step 2) to disengage it from the upper plate. Photo A 2 1 If the quick release lever is either too tight (cannot be flipped to its fully locked position) or is too loose (can be too easily flipped to its locked position) refer to the “QR Lever Adjust- ment” on page 14. W aRnInG! www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
1213OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 8. Align the handlebars to the front wheel. The handlebars must be perpendicular to the front wheel. 9. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to once again access the steerer bolt (6mm Allen Bolt or 13mm Hex Bolt). Fully tighten the steerer bolt. The stem is held in position with the expander bolt and wedge. 10. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to once again secure the folding stem. Be sure the QR retention pin (silver) is fully engaged with the upper plate. W aRnInG!If you are unable to lock the handlebar folding hinge properly, or its Quick- Release lever, or properly secure the two main handlebar parts to the scooter, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER. Contact Currie Technologies ® Customer Service at 1-800-377-4532 for further instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death to the rider or severe damage to the scooter. 6. Rotate the stem QR lever forward into of the upper plate (Ref Photo A). Close the stem QR lever (Ref Photo B) being sure the QR retention pin (silver) is fully engaged with the upper plate. 7. Install the handlebars onto the stem, align and tighten. Photo B Photo A www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
1415OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 ba TTeRY PaCk, CHaRGeR PoRT anD CHaRGeR eleCTRo-DRIve™ sMaRT CHaRGeR: The Electro-Drive™ scooter comes with its own Electro-Drive™ Smart Charger that connects with an easy-\ access charger port for recharging the batteries. This charger unit has lights that show the battery charge status. Refer to the instructions that appe\ ar on the charger unit and its instructions. Use only a Currie Authorized Smart Charger to charge the batteries. Using any other charger may damage the batteries and void your warranty. HoW T o CHaRGe THe ba TTeRIes 1. IMPoRT anT: Be sure the power switch on the scooter is in the “OFF” position. (Ref Photo A) 2. Rotate open the charger port cover (Ref Photo B). 3. Insert the Battery Charger’s XLR (Male) plug into the Char- ger Port (Ref Photo C). 4. Plug the Battery Charger’s AC plug into a standard, grounded 110V AC outlet. 5. Let the batteries charge until the charger lights indicate that the batteries are fully charged, then unplug the charger from the scooter and the AC outlet. Batteries like to have a full charge, so always be sure to recharge them fully after each ride. If you leave them in a run-down condition, without quickly recharging them, it will shorten their life expectancy. The charger may get warm to the touch, so make sure you charge them in an open area and do not lay anything on the charger unit while charging. Although you cannot over-charge the batteries Photo A W aRnInG! Photo C Photo B qR leveR aDjUsTMenT : If the quick release lever is either too tight (cannot be flipped to its fully locked position) or is too loose (can be too easily flipped to its locked position) you will need to adjust the QR (Quick Release) Lever. Open the QR lever (Ref Photo A) and adjust the 10mm nut underneath the center pin (Ref Photo B). If the QR lever was too tight initially you will need to loosen the nut a 1/4 turn at a time. Test the adjustment you have made by closing the QR lever (Ref Photo C). The lever should be tight in its closed position and un- able to vibrate loose. If the QR lever was too loose initially you will need to tighten the nut a 1/4 turn at a time. Test the adjustment you have made by closing the QR lever (Ref Photo C). The lever should be tight in its closed position and un- able to vibrate loose. Repeat adjustment as necessary until QR lever is properly tightened. If you are unable to properly adjust the QR lever DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER. Contact Currie Technologies ® Customer Service at 1-800-377-4532 for further instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death to the rider or severe damage to the scooter. Photo A Photo C Photo B W aRnInG! www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
1617OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 ba TTeRY CaRe anD MaInTenanCe Not doing any and/or all of the following may lead to reduced performance and/or permanent damage to the batteries. Batteries that have been dam- aged by not following the below steps will need to be replaced and are n\ ot covered under warranty. • Always be sure to fully charge batteries before first use (6-10 hours depending on size). • Always be sure to fully charge batteries after each and every use (6-10 hours depending on size). • Be sure to charge batteries at least every 30 days. • Do not store batteries below 50º Fahrenheit and never allow bat- teries to freeze (below 32º Fahrenheit). • Always be sure to turn the scooter “OFF” after each use via the On/Off power switch. sla (sealeD leaD aCID) baTTeRY ConDITIonInG SLA batteries should always be fully charged (charge time of 6-10 hours depending on amperage of battery) before first use. This will help obtain optimum performance. SLA batteries have a “break-in” cycle consisting of ~ three discharge/charge cycles before they will reach optimum performance. This involves three complete discharges and three complete recharges (charge time of 6-10 hours depending on amperage of battery and strength of the charger). After this initial “break-in” cycle the batteries will have increased pe\ rformance and less line voltage fluctuations under load, as indicated by the throttle \ LED’s. fUse In the event of an overload the fuse will pop and need to be replaced. I\ n this instance replace only with approved part from Currie Technologies ®. Risk of fire, Do not bypass fuse. W aRnInG! using the Currie “Smart Charger”, we recommend that you do not leave the charger plugged in for more than 24 hours. CHanGInG THe ba TTeRY PaCk 1. IMPoRT anT: Be sure the power switch on the scooter is in the “OFF” position. 2. Remove the deck by unscrew- ing the “D” ring deck retention screw then lifting the deck off. (Ref Photo A) 3. Remove the battery pack out of the scooter’s battery tray. (Ref Photo B) 4. Disconnect the battery power pack connector (cut zip tie holding the wire connector, if necessary) (Ref Photo C) 5. Place the new or fully charged battery pack into the battery tray. 6. Reconnect the battery pack connector and place all of the cables into the tray. 7. Re-install the deck and secure with the “D” ring deck retention screw. Photo A Photo B Photo C www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies
1819OM Chain Drive Scooters - 2012.indd Modified 05/25/2012 The line voltage will fluctuate depending on the instantaneous load that\ the motor is under. For example, when starting out from a dead stop, or going up a steep hill, the motor will be under a high load and the “Yellow” or even “Red” LED will illuminate. To a lesser degree, another factor that influences the load on the motor (and therefore the LED readings) is the gearing \ of the motor. Scooters with Direct Drive (DD) gearboxes are geared for slightly higher top end speeds and therefore have a higher load when starting fro\ m a dead stop versus scooters with belt or chain drive, which have a lower\ top end speed. The higher gear ration of the DD scooters will cause the Red LED to illuminate more often compared to other scooters. When the throttle is disengaged (i.e. no power to the motor due to the scooter being stationary or coasting) the LED’s on the throttle will indicate the voltage of the battery pack. The voltage of the battery pack will rise when no load is on the motor. The best indication of how much battery life is remaining is to check the throttle LED’s, after reaching cruising speed, on a flat straight road as this will allow the battery voltage to stabilize a\ nd give a much more accurate reading. 5 MInUTe sleeP MoDe Scooters are equipped with a 5 minute sleep mode. If no activity is detected after 5 minutes the scooter will go into stasis mode to conserve the batteries. To restart, cycle the power switch Off then On. Never store your scooter in Sleep Mode as battery power will still be used by the scooter. Always be sure to turn the power switch to the “OFF” position. Hea T sHUT -DoWn MoDe If the controller has over-heated and power to the motor has been shut d\ own, turn the main power switch “OFF” for at least 30 minutes to allow \ the controller to cool down before riding any more. Turn the power switch “ON” and resume riding. The scooter will shut down due to over-heating caused by excessive stress on the motor (i.e. too steep a hill, too heavy a rider, etc.). WaRnInG! WaRnInG! THRoTTle anD bRake oPeRa TIon & aDjUsTMenT THRoTTle oPeRa TIon The speed of the Electro-Drive™ scooter is controlled by a grip- twist throttle, which is located on the handlebar. To check the throttle operation, turn the power switch to the “OFF” position. Fully twist the throttle then quickly release it. The throttle is spring loaded and should immediately spring back to its original (also know as “Zero Position) position. To accelerate, twist the right hand throttle grip towards you as you stan\ d on the deck plate. The more you twist the throttle, the faster the motor will propel the scooter until you reach the scooter’s top speed. To go slower, or coast to a slower speed, allow the throttle to spring back to its original position. To decelerate or come to a complete stop, release the throttle and allow it to return automatically to its original position. \ Then squeeze the brake lever(s) to activate the brake(s). Remember to release the\ throttle whenever you apply the brake. The throttle and its components are fully assembled and tested at the factory. Do not attempt to adjust them at any time. If you feel the throttle and/or components are in need of service DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER! Con- tact Currie Technologies ® Customer Service number at 1-800-377-4532. If you do not fully understand how to operate your scooter throttle properly, DO NOT RIDE YOUR SCOOTER. Con- tact Currie Technologies Customer Service for information and instructions at 1-800-377-4532. HoW T o Use THe THRoTTle leD’s When the throttle is engaged (powering the motor) and the scooter is i\ n mo- tion, the LED’s on the throttle indicate instantaneous line voltage as mea- sured at the battery terminals -- and not the available energy in the ba\ ttery pack. W aRnInG! WaRnInG! www.CurrieTech.com Currie Technologies